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Residents and commissioners spar over SPAC site at Centennial Park; public warns against using boat ramp
Summary
Public commenters and commissioners argued over the proposed Sarasota Performing Arts Center’s placement north of the 10th Street Canal, with many residents and boaters saying Centennial Park’s boat ramp and small‑boat access should not be repurposed for loading ramps and parking decks.
Dozens of residents and stakeholders spoke at the March 3 City Commission meeting about the Sarasota Performing Arts Center (SPAC) proposal and especially the foundation’s plan to place the large theater north of the Tenth Street Canal at Centennial Park.
Several residents argued the site is incompatible with continued boat ramp operations and public boating access. Speakers said Centennial Park is the only deep‑water mainland ramp between Bradenton and Venice and that boat traffic, 40‑foot‑trailer vehicle parking, and the show‑time truck deliveries (semi trailers for stage…
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