Residents, neighbors push board to ‘slow down’ Navarre boardwalk and event hall plans

Aug 27, 2026

Multiple residents and local advocates urged the board to delay awarding contracts and to re-engage the public, citing a prior master plan, bid openings, environmental concerns, and a wide cost range. David Jensen asked the board to present bids and require a recorded five-member vote before any contract award.

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Residents and community advocates pressed the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners to pause the Navarre Beach boardwalk and event-hall project and renew public engagement before awarding contracts.

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