A dedication ceremony announcing the completion of the Venice Beach Refurbishment Project is set for August 2 at 10 a.m. at the Venice Beach parking lot at 2700 Ocean Front Walk located off North Venice Boulevard. The $6.2 million refurbishment project includes reconstruction and expansion of rest-rooms. The project includes the refurbishment of the parking lots at Rose Avenue and Washington Boulevard and the reconstruction of the Venice Boulevard parking lot including new entry kiosks. An existing gazebo was removed and a new picnic area was constructed at Washington Boulevard along with the construction of three permanent bike/skate rental concession buildings at Rose Avenue, Venice and Washington Boulevard.
These new improvements will enhance the appearance and use of these facilities offering new recreational opportunities to over 5.5 million beach patrons that visit Venice Beach annually.
Los Angeles County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky, Third District, and other dignitaries will be speaking at the dedication ceremony.
For additional information regarding the Venice Beach dedication ceremony call (310) 305-9503.
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on July 30, 2007. Read the original PDF.