The Brief
- Crews began repairs in January to the Sunset Beach Pavilion after the structure sustained heavy damage from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
- The $300,000 project includes rebuilding the flooring, bathrooms, pilings and more.
- City officials expect the popular community landmark to reopen by the start of summer.
TREASURE ISLAND, Fla. – Nearly a year and a half after Hurricanes Helene and Milton battered the area, a popular spot on Sunset Beach is finally undergoing repairs.
Construction crews began work in January to repair the Sunset Beach Pavilion. While the storm surges destroyed the building’s bathrooms, flooring and utility systems, city officials determined the pavilion’s foundation remained structurally sound.
What they’re saying:
“The cost to raise this pavilion, to tear down the pavilion and rebuild it would be a huge cost to the city. So, after looking at the damage and seeing that the structure was sound, just some damage done to the flooring and plumbing on it, it was a better option just to rebuild it to pre-storm conditions and bring it back to its natural glory,” Jason Beisel, Treasure Island’s spokesperson, said. “The Sunset Beach Pavilion is one of the biggest assets in Treasure Island. We have people who rent it out for weddings, events. The neighborhood loves it. They come out here and do little community gatherings. So, it’s a huge asset to the city.”…