FORT PIERCE — Fort Pierce officials are outlining next steps for the city-owned Crabby’s Dockside property after the restaurant abruptly closed in February amid significant unpaid debts.
The waterfront restaurant shut down Feb. 15 after it was revealed the operator was behind on rent and property tax payments totaling about $215,000.
In the weeks since, city staff reviewed the title of the property to determine whether additional financial obligations were tied to the lease. Community and Economic Development Director Shyanne Harnage said the findings clarified the city’s position…