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Escambia County adopts ordinance to protect Navy Point Park and shoreline
Summary
The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously on Nov. 6 to adopt an ordinance that establishes new protections for Navy Point Park and the county‑owned shoreline there.
The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously on Nov. 6 to adopt an ordinance that establishes new protections for Navy Point Park and the county‑owned shoreline there.
The ordinance, brought forward by Commissioner Michael S. Koehler, passed by roll‑call vote 5–0 after a prolonged public hearing in which dozens of Navy Point residents and neighborhood groups urged the board to preserve the park’s natural character and public access.
Supporters told the commission the park is a rare public waterfront resource used daily for walking, swimming lessons, and community gatherings. “This park is a very unique place, untouched and…
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