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Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex

Bayfront Park arch repaired new yellow paint

Bayfront Park & Marina / Island Park

Restrooms


Before Repairs

After Repairs

Entry


Before Repairs

After Repairs

Bayfront Park Playground & Splash Pad

October 5, 2023 - Behind the Scenes: Concrete stamping at the new Bayfront Park Playground and Splash Pad

Have you ever wondered how intricate designs are inlaid into concrete? First, the base layer of concrete is troweled onto the surface. When the concrete reaches just the right stage of dryness, a color hardener and a release agent are added to the surface. Timing is everything - at just the right moment, workers begin stamping the surface by first laying the stamp template, carefully aligning it, and evenly stamping with their feet. It's a fascinating process!

September 18, 2023 - Shiver me timbers! The new shipwreck-themed playground and splash pad at Bayfront Park are looking great! Even after Hurricane Idalia, the construction site sustained minimal damage thanks to the newly raised elevation of the area, and the grand opening is still on track for this Fall.

Padded rubber safety surfacing is being installed to lessen the impact of falls, and musical instruments have been added for creative auditory play. The eye-catching coral gateway, which will be lit in the evenings, has been placed, and cargo net fencing surrounds the play area.

The animal sculptures that were part of the original Steigerwaldt-Jockey Children's Fountain have been thoughtfully placed throughout the play area's landscaping and will soon be restored by the artist. Next up will be the installation of the patio and shade sails that will cover it!

July 17 - 2023 - Shade sails have started going up over the playground, and fun features, including the crow's nest, pirate ship, and sculptural elements, such as the Kraken, have been installed.

Next will be installing the final shade sails above the splash pad, pouring the sidewalk concrete and foundations for the coral archway at the park entrance, and installing the underdrain system in the playground area. The new splash pad system will allow children to control the water flow, and the entire park area will be ADA-compatible.

June 28, 2023 - Recently, the concrete pad for the splash pad was poured along with the foundations for the shade structures and playground sculptures. The octagonal shelter was installed to allow for shaded seating for park guests. Finally, parts of the playground are being installed, including the coral reef entrance, the crow’s nest, and the pirate ship.

April 3, 2023 - Demolition efforts are nearly complete at the Bayfront Park renovation project. Fill is being imported to bring the splash pad up to the same grade as the playground which will create one unified space for the future playground and splash pad.

February 6, 2023 - The Bayfront Park Allen Playground is temporarily closed as construction begins this month on an all-new playground and splash pad combination.

The plans include a shipwreck-themed playground with climbing features, shade structures, and a new splash pad built from the ground up. The entire play area will be graded to create a seamless connection, with shaded seating between the playground and splash pad for parents/guardians. The whimsical animal statues, longtime fixtures at the old splash pad and part of the City's extensive Public Art collection, will be incorporated into the play area landscaping.

Centennial Park

David Cohen Park

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park

Gillespie Park

New Exercise Equipment Plots


Before Exercise Equipment	After Exercise Equipment

Pavilion Removal


Before Removal	After Removal

Bridge Repair


Before Repairs


After Repairs

Lido Beach Pool & Pavilion

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After - Pavilion

Mary Dean Park

Park Renovation


Before Repairs


After Repairs

⭐️ New Arch Swing Set
⭐️ New Pavilion with Table
⭐️ New Sidewalks
⭐️ New Landscaping
⭐️ New Basketball Goals
⭐️ New Benches
⭐️ New Turf Play Area
⭐️ New Cornhole Game

Payne Park

Pioneer Park


Before - Tennis Court	After - Tennis Court

Before - Basketball Court	After - Basketball Court


Before - Playground Fire Damage

After - Brand New Playground

Robert L. Taylor Community Complex

Sarasota Municipal Auditorium

July 1, 2021

AUDITORIUM FOYER & RESTROOM RENOVATION
The new flooring at the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium really brings these spaces back to life! The above images reflect magnificent differences inside the foyer and restroom. Stay tuned for more updates throughout the month of July!

Sarasota Municipal Auditorium
801 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236

sarasota municipal auditorium

June 11, 2021

RESTROOMS & TILE
The foyer renovations at the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium are looking fantastic!
Both restrooms have been gutted and new tile is placed. We can't wait to show you more updates this month, so stay tuned!

Before resurfacing

June 1, 2021

FOYER RENOVATION

The grand entrance to the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium is getting a complete renovation upgrade, along with both the men's and women's restrooms. This week the concrete flooring is being removed, along with the entrance walls getting a fresh and clean textured paint palette.

The Sarasota Municipal Auditorium offers the front foyer for ticket sales or registration along with a staging area for catering. This space is a definite must-have for any event!

Sarasota Municipal Auditorium

801 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236

Selby Five Points Park

Tony Saprito Fishing Pier

Before Repairs After Repairs

Tony Saprito Fishing Pier

The pier, located adjacent to the John Ringling Causeway Bridge, underwent a comprehensive rehabilitation with a new concrete top deck installed and concrete pilings, caps, and light poles retrofitted. Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant railings also were installed plus six benches and three shade structures to provide relief from the intense Florida sun.

New pressure-treated composite planks are now incorporated into the deck at the foot of the pier where the surf from Sarasota Bay is strongest. To protect the structural integrity of the pier, the planks are designed to pop out during strong wave action and remain attached to the pier.

The makeover pays tribute to Sarasota Bay through creative sea life art designs placed along the railings, plus a visual reminder “Protect The Bay” imprinted at the end of the pier.

The City also partnered with Sarasota County to install a new Automated Rainfall Management System (ARMS) able to measure wind speed and direction, atmospheric pressure, temperature, and precipitation.

Construction started in November 2020 and concluded in April 2021. The rehabilitation project was funded through the voter-approved penny surtax and is expected to further extend the pier’s longevity.

Saprito Pier opened in 1979 and remains a popular destination for fishing, walking, and enjoying a beautiful sunset on the bay.