3 January 2025 – We will start posting new updates for Hurricane Milton Recovery instead of adding to the original post from October. The Captain’s office renovation has been completed and new adjustable shelving and work-space has been installed. The Captain’s office is critical for normal Beach Ferry operations. The U.S. Coast Guard requires much paperwork to be completed and…
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29 December 2024 – The South Venice Beach Endowment Trust (SVBET), referred to as the Trust, would like to announce the South Venice Civic Association (SVCA) appointment of Gary Cole to the Trust, effective 1 January 2025. One of the Trust members, Cheryl Cooper, has served on the Trust for the 5 year term effective 31 December 2024. According to…
29 December 2024 – On December 22, the Ferry was put back in its slip in the Ferry Dock House. Thanks to Captain’s Phil and Eric, along with volunteer Gary Cole. In addition , we now have water and electric service restored to the Ferry Dock House. We evaluated the Ferry recharging cables, since we determined they were exposed to…
2 October 2024 – The Ferry slip has been repaired and the Ferry is back in the water! The beach dock and remaining boardwalk are mostly intact and can be utilized. A new set of steps will be constructed on the end of the remaining boardwalk down to the beach. We are hoping all repairs can be completed by the…