MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — It will cost millions of dollars, but city officials say it’s worth it to restore what they call an island icon after Hurricane Milton destroyed Anna Maria City Pier.
Last week, the state budget allocated $1.2 million in funding toward rebuilding the entire pier.
What You Need To Know
- Officials say the state budget allocated $1.2 million in funding toward rebuilding the entire Anna Maria City Pier
- The mayor of Anna Maria says officials are working with FEMA and the county to seek extra funding
- The mayor explains that the goal reopening date for Anna Maria Pier is late fall 2026
Officials say the pier could cost up to $9 million to repair. That might seem like a lot, but many islanders — including the ones who used to work here — say it’s worth it to bring a piece of the island back…