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Commission approves funding plans for Snook Haven restoration and Wellfield regional sports complex
Summary
The board unanimously approved a funding plan to proceed with design and funding for the Snook Haven Park improvement (~$8.5M project estimate) and established initial funding and conveyance steps for the Wellfield Regional Park redevelopment with an initial $40M funding target (City of Venice $20M, county minimum $20M).
The Sarasota County Commission on March 27 approved funding and procurement steps for two major South County park projects: Snook Haven and the Wellfield Regional Sports Complex.
Nicole Rissler, director of Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources, presented the Snook Haven improvement project background and 100%‑level design. The board had previously approved conceptual plans and an ITN for concession services. Rissler said staff reduced scope with targeted value engineering and now estimates the full Snook Haven package at about $8.5 million (construction, design, permitting, project management). The project team is negotiating with a…
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