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Sun Coast Gondolier in Venice, Florida

25 Nov 1982

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Sun Coast Gondolier

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Venice, Florida, United States of America

Date

Nov 25, 1982

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Boca Grande Bridge For Sale For 3 5 Million Says Owner

Roving editor Fred Farri notes Boca Grande bridge has long been for sale since its 1958 opening. Eugene Klein is named as contact for a buyer with 3.5 million. Construction began 1953 amid island protests and resumed 1957 after a loan from Connecticut Life Insurance Co. The bridge opened July 25 1958 after delays.

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Boca Grande Bridge Eugene Klein Connecticut Life Insurance Co Robert Baynard Venice
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Bridge sale bid sparks county inquiry and committee missteps

Baynard pressed Charlotte County to buy his privately built bridge for 1.45 million after Hurricane Donna damage. A state road official questioned legality while a multi member committee faced notification gaps and resignations. An engineering study and audit were debated as officials weighed taxes and revenue bonds.

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Baynard Charlotte County State Road Department W.E. Dean SRD
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