Potential Sailfish Marina Sale

The potential sale of the Sailfish Marina on Singer Island has the county working to identify undeveloped waterfront properties and reserve them for public use. County commissioners said this week that as developers scoop up land for private projects, boaters will be without access to the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean. WCI Communities Inc. has agreed to buy The Sailfish Marina for a proposed $33.5 million. Four scenarios have been suggested for the site, which include 48 condominiums however, WCI will not discuss pending acquisitions.

Commissioner Warren Newell has been selected to spearhead a plan to protect and enhance public access to waterways. The plan may include a proposal to establish a preservation program using county money to purchase sensitive property. Stay tuned for what is expected to be a lively debate on this issue.

Posted by Donald Urschalitz P.A. at May 3, 2004 11:39 AM