Completed: Sep 22, 2020
IOP Marina Public Dock and Greenspace
Milestone timeline:
City Council votes to create a public dock and greenspace at the IOP Marina
Sep 22 2020
City staff presents conceptual plan for the IOP Waterfront Park to the Real Property Committee
Completed: Nov 4, 2020
Nov 4 2020
City seeks input and feedback from the community about the conceptual plan.
Completed: Nov 12, 2020
Nov 12 2020
City staff met with Kelly Messier to discuss and evaluate the feedback received about the proposed public dock and greenspace. Adjustments to the proposed plan will be developed for Council consideration.
Completed: Jan 5, 2021
Jan 5 2021
City Staff presents updated conceptual plan to Real Property Commitee
Completed: Feb 1, 2021
Feb 1 2021
City engages Davis & Floyd to develop specifications for construction of public greenspace
Completed: Feb 9, 2022
Feb 9 2022
Davis & Floyd conducts structural assessment of the bulkhead along the public dock
Completed: Apr 19, 2022
Apr 19 2022
City Council approved a contract to Bluetide Marina Construction for the construction of needed bulkhead repairs and the installation of a six-foot wide Ipe deck boardwalk and treated pine handrail along the Intracoastal side of the Marina.
Completed: Oct 25, 2022
Oct 25 2022
Boardwalk along the Intracoastal side of the marina is completed.
Completed: May 1, 2023
May 1 2023
City receives both state and federal permits for the construction of the new public dock
Completed: Oct 3, 2023
Oct 3 2023
City issues Request for Proposals for the renovation of the IOP Public Dock and the repairs to the "T" dock along the Intracoastal
Completed: Oct 19, 2023
Oct 19 2023
Deadline for Proposals
Completed: Nov 21, 2023
Nov 21 2023
Council approves contract to Truluck Construction for the construction of the Public Dock, and repairs to the "T" dock
Completed: Nov 28, 2023
Nov 28 2023
Construction starts
Apr 1 2024
On September 22, 2020, City Council voted to create a public dock and greenspace in the space formerly leased to the commercial watersports operation.
On November 2023, City Council awarded a contract to Truluck for the construction of a new public dock, which will include a 16' wide pier with covered area with benches and swings, a new floating dock with an ADA compliant gangway, kayak and stand-up paddle board launch.
Construction began on April 2024, and the anticipated completion date is June 1, 2024.
View the public dock design drawings here.
Project Updates
Update - April 2024
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
IOP Marina Public Dock & Greenspace
- Funding Source: $1.7M ($1M ARP, Marina Fund, Muni ATAX & State ATAX)
- Demolition of public dock began week of 4/1. After demolition, contractor will begin pile driving. Anticipated completion June 1st.
IOP Marina "T" Dock Repairs
- Funding Source: $200K Marina Fund
- Work in progress
Marina Dredging - Design and Permitting
- Funding Source: $1.5M FY23 State Budget Allocation
- Work in progress. ATM coordinating pre-application meetings and coordinating w stakeholder groups that are considering joining City's permit application. Construction anticipated in FY26.
Update - February 2024
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
IOP Marina Public Dock & Greenspace
Contract executed with Truluck Construction. Construction drawings in process. Contractor anticipated to mobilize in March.
IOP Marina "T" Dock Repairs
Removal of electrical and water systems, repairs to fixed pier and floatind dock and installation of fire extinguisher pedestals included in Truluck contract. Tenants requested to extend finger piers in lieu of new electrical and water systems, which requires permit modification from regulatory agencies. ATM provided proposal to City for permit modification assistance and coordination.
Marina Dredging - Design and Permitting
In process. ATM coordinating pre-application meetings and coordinating w stakeholder groups that are considering joining City's permit application. Construction anticipated in FY26.
Update - January 2024
Thursday, January 11, 2024
IOP Marina Public Dock & Greenspace
- Construction contract executed and kick off meeting to be held end of January. Estimated project completion in May 2024.
- Staff and ATM working on executing contract, then issue notice to proceed.
IOP Marina "T" Dock Repairs
- Budget for repairs approved by Council. Tenant feedback suggests a reallocation of funds away from replacing water and utility systems to extending finger piers. Permit modification required.
Marina Dredging
- In process. ATM, staff and marina tenants met in December to review scope and schedule. Also working with stakeholders who want to join City's permitting process.
Update - November 2023
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
IOP Marina Public Dock & Greenspace
Bid Package released on 10/19. Pre-bid meeting held on 11/1. Bid deadline
11/21.
IOP Marina "T" Dock Repairs
City received OCRM permit for minor repairs and maintenance for the "T" dock.
Scope of repairs included with the public dock project bid packet due 11/21.
Marina Dredging
In process. ATM completed the dredge disposal alternatives. Staff coordinating
progress meeting to review options and determine next steps in permitting
process.
Update- October 2023
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Marina Public Dock & Greenspace
Permits from Ocean and Coastal Research Management (OCRM) and the U.S. Army Corps (USACE) of Engineers are on hand.
IOP Marina "T" Dock Repairs
City reapplying for OCRM permit for minor repairs and maintenance for the "T" dock. City will bid scope of repairs with the public dock construction. In process.
Marina Dredging
ATM studying dredge disposal alternatives and preparing permit application.
Update - September 2023
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Public Dock & Greenspace
Design work 95% complete. Permits from OCRM and USACE are expected by the end of September. Bidding will quickly follow once permits are in hand.
T Dock Repairs
Repairs/Maintenance to the T dock to be included as an alternate bid with the public dock bidding process.
Dredging
City held stakeholder meeting on 8/23 to begin coordination with marina neighbors to join permitting and dredging efforts. ATM studying the dredge disposal alternatives.