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Yesterday we told you how a second Coral Bay marina proposal has been released. Today we have more information with regard to the hotel and resort components. Here are the details provided by Save Coral Bay: Overview of the Sirius Upland (Hotel and Resort) Project Components Although not part of the Army Corps permit application, … Read moreNew Proposed Coral Bay Marina: Hotel & Resort Details
At the beginning of last month, we told you how the developers of the proposed megamarina in Coral Bay were facing a slew of new challenges that could very well put an end to their proposed marina for good. We were all happy and thought Coral Bay had finally been saved thanks to resident “badass” … Read moreNew Year, New Coral Bay Marina Proposal
The Summer’s End Group was recently asked to resubmit its Army Corps application for the proposed marina in Coral Bay. Here is the latest from our friends over at Save Coral Bay: IN A NUTSHELL … The Summers End Group (SEG) has been forced to resubmit their Army Corps permit application because the previous application … Read moreAn Update on the Proposed Coral Bay Marina
I am stunned. I am absolutely stunned. On Wednesday afternoon during a meeting at the Legislature Building, the Coastal Zone Management committee approved permits for the proposed Coral Bay marina. This decision, in my opinion, has the ability to change Coral Bay forever. I believe that Coral Bay would benefit from a marina, but not … Read morePermits Approved for Coral Bay Marina
The proposed Coral Bay marina is getting more attention this week as a well-respected environmental awareness group posted about the controversial project on its website Monday. Mission Blue is a nonprofit organization comprised of more than 50 ocean conservation groups and likeminded organizations. The organization works to ignite public support for a “global network of marine … Read moreProposed Coral Bay Marina Getting More Attention
So as you know, the proposed Coral Bay marina has been a pretty hot topic both on and off island lately. Well today we wanted to share some information with you that leads us to believe that this marina is facing an uphill battle due to environmental concerns. Just to recap, the Coastal Zone Management … Read moreFederal Agencies Offer Input on Proposed Coral Bay Marina
When I took over News of St. John back in April 2013, I made the decision to not discuss certain topics. For example, politics. Well today I am making a very quick, one-time exception. Last night was the much talked about Coastal Zone Management meeting about the proposed Coral Bay marina. As you may have read … Read moreMy Take on the Proposed Coral Bay Marina Meeting
So yesterday morning we received a 37-page document regarding the proposed Coral Bay marina. I have to admit, what I read what jaw-dropping. The presentation contained information on seven phases including a proposed mega yacht marina, upscale shopping area, boutique resort and more. I contacted Rick Barksdale, one of the principles of the proposed yacht club, … Read moreMore on the Proposed Coral Bay Marina
So we’ve mentioned a few times the possibility of a marina opening up in Coral Bay. Well it looks like something may in fact be on the horizon, according to the folks over at St. John Tradewinds. They posted an article on it earlier this week. Here’s what they had to say: Moravian Church Official … Read moreThe Latest on a Possible Coral Bay Marina
Back in July, the Coral Bay Community Council released results to a survey that asked residents how they envisioned the future of Coral Bay. Near the top of that list was a marina. Well after at least seven years of possible marina talk, the project may be one step closer to fruition. Keyword: may. The … Read moreCoral Bay Marina One Step Closer to Fruition?
