Beach Closed @ Vero Beach?

[kjkelley]

Hi there, I was looking to get an update from anyone whom might be there now or know something about the details for the next several weeks. We are going to be heading over to VB on Sunday 3/28 and wanted to understand how likely the beach will be open.

For anyone that is there right now, can you help answer the following:

1. How annoying is the visual and noise from the construction equipment?
2. Is the beach only closed during certain hours of the day (i.e. say 8AM-4PM)? After a certain time can you head onto the beach?
3. I understand the crews can work Monday-Saturday, has that been your experience that they are working everyday straight?
4. Has there been any indication for when the work might be completed? I called down to the hotel today and they were looking to find me a phone number for the county whom might know the latest on scheduling.

Thanks in advance for any help!

 

[ebo64]

Very interested in what you find out from the county.

Have you received any notice from DVC about your stay?
We have a 2 night stay starting 4/1 after our cruise, and have not been informed by member service of any beach closures.

My husband wants to cancel if the beach is closed, he has not interested in being in a heavy construction zone after a relaxing cruise.

 

[DVCconvert]

*sigh* someday the masses will learn to search.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2344361

recent photos, lots of info.
Beach is open on weekends.

HTH

 

[kjkelley]

This is a thread specifically about how those at Vero Beach are reacting to the impact from the construction and how consistent the closures have been. Also, I am interested to hear from those whom have taken the VB shuttle to a nearby beach. I am not interested in reading through hundreds of posts about Vero Beach adoration.

 

[photobob]

I was thinking that the beach closure is Mon-Fri but open on the weekend. I may be wrong.

 

[DVCconvert]

Kjkelly:
Hi there, I was looking to get an update from anyone whom might be there now or know something about the details for the next several weeks. We are going to be heading over to VB on Sunday 3/28 and wanted to understand how likely the beach will be open.

For anyone that is there right now, can you help answer the following:

1. How annoying is the visual and noise from the construction equipment?
2. Is the beach only closed during certain hours of the day (i.e. say 8AM-4PM)? After a certain time can you head onto the beach?
3. I understand the crews can work Monday-Saturday, has that been your experience that they are working everyday straight?
4. Has there been any indication for when the work might be completed? I called down to the hotel today and they were looking to find me a phone number for the county whom might know the latest on scheduling.

Kjkelly:
Sorry DVCconvert
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This is a thread specifically about how those at Vero Beach are reacting to the impact from the construction and how consistent the closures have been. Also, I am interested to hear from those whom have taken the VB shuttle to a nearby beach. I am not interested in reading through hundreds of posts about Vero Beach adoration.

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Kjkelley – of the "hundreds of posts" you mentioned – Here are most if not all the answers I did find for your questions within just a few moments effort….most of which are from the last 2 pages (currently) of the adoration thread as this is a 'current' issue;

Question #1
Post 216, page 15 (next to last page at this moment)
From Madcoco:
Was in area so stopped by. Will post some pix after getting home this evening of the beach progress. IMHO the noise from the sand trucks is barely noticeable at times to pretty annoying at others. When they leave the staging area at Wabasso Beach next door full of sand, you can barely hear them due to Surf and traveling slow. On way back empty, they can make quite a bit of noise(think big metal to metal like tailgate slamming yet there are no tailgates on sand trucks) as they hit the bumps in the road ah sand. They are on the move constantly to get things done on time.


Questions #2 & #3
Post 129, page 9
Repost of Letter From DISNEY by Lisareniff:

FOR YOUR FUTURE ENJOYMENT

Dear Disney's Vero Beach Resort Members and Guests,

We are delighted you have selected Disney's Vero Beach Resort as your vacation destination!

In order for our resort to continue to flourish as a magical destination, it is necessary to make enhancements from time to time. In early February 2010, Indian River County will begin a critical beach nourishment project. The beach adjacent to our resort will be affected by this work. As a result, during daytime hours Monday through Friday, Members and Guests will see and hear construction vehicles as well as county staff along the beach areas. We expect this work to take place over a four to six week time period.

Since the safety of our visitors is of the utmost importance to us, access to the beach areas on weekdays will be restricted while restoration is in progress. As such, Members and Guests will be directed to on of several public beaches just minutes away. Please be mindful that the entrance points to the beach my alter slightly form day to day as this work progresses. Please note that work will be suspended on Saturdays and Sundays during which beach access will be available. Please monitor Channel 97 on your in-room television or stop by our Lobby Concierge for updates.

Please know that we will make every effort to ensure your comfort and enjoyment of our facilities. Our resort pool will remain available for your use during regular pool operating hours.

We appreciate your patience and understanding during this project. Please feel free to contact the Front Desk should you have any questions or need assistance.

Question #4
Post 308, page 16 (the last page at this moment)
From Madcoco:
To answer your question ebo64 The contractor has until April 30th to complete and remove all equipment. What isn't clear is if they are going to use the Wabasso Beach Staging Area(and GoldenSands) up until April 30th or move on to other points south. However, it was mentioned that Wabasso Beach Access will be closed until April 30th. The latest update mentioned they are about 20% complete.



There are also 9 photos of the project shown in post # 217, page 15 (next to last page at this time).

Also, with just a minute or two of using Google, I found the name of the company performing the work, and their contact info:
US Restoration Company
Dennis Hill
772-581-5850
usrestoration@gmail.com
www.usrestorationcompany.com

HTH

http://www.rif.org/

 

[DVCconvert]

For anyone who is interested, here's Indian River Cty's plan/info on the entire beach project - sec 3 relates (in part) to the area in front of DVB resort. It was last updated 3/4/10.

http://www.ircgov.com/Departments/Public_Works/Coastal_Engineering_Section/Sector3.pdf