The Brief
- Madeira Beach recently purchased a 4.6-acre waterfront property near the 150th Avenue drawbridge for $18 million.
- City leaders are asking residents and visitors for ideas on how the long-vacant land should be used.
- Two more public input meetings are scheduled in early February.
MADEIRA BEACH, Fla – The City of Madeira Beach has officially purchased a 4.6-acre waterfront property at the base of the 150th Avenue drawbridge, a highly visible gateway into the city.
What we know:
The land, which cost $18 million, has sat vacant for roughly a decade after a previous development plan stalled.
City leaders say they want community input before deciding what to do with the property, emphasizing the need for a project that fits the character of Madeira Beach and minimizes traffic impacts.…