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Business owners press commission on pier closure; city staff pursue state and federal relief options
Summary
Public commenters described lost revenue since the pier closed and urged the commission to develop business relief. The city said it is exploring state and federal sources and local avenues to support affected S-curve businesses but noted limits because the area was not in a federal disaster declaration.
Small-business owners and residents told the Deerfield Beach City Commission the long closure of the pier has hurt restaurants and retailers along the S curve, and asked the city for relief options.
Dan Hurst, a public commenter who identified himself as a candidate for mayor, said the pier attracted roughly 400,000 visitors in 2023 and that nearby small businesses have faced sharp sales declines since the pier closed…
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