Plans for improving Lakeside Marina discussed
Tucker told the Effingham Water Authority on Monday that he has experience working on boat docks. His main focus will be parking, water control and electricity. When things slow down during the winter, Tucker will begin work on a dock and a restaurant. He's already in touch with Table for Twelve's chef, Thaddeus Bruno.
'He's in a great position to be able to improve that facility and the boat docks and things because of his business,' said EWA Board Member Rob Brown. 'That's what he does.'
Two neighbors of the marina attended the meeting and had no concerns with his plans because they're used to the boat traffic and congestion. Tucker even installed one of their boat docks. They're also in favor of having a restaurant, an ice cream parlor or a smoothie bar there. Their only concern is loud music.
'The fact that he's been out there for quite some time and I haven't got any calls, that's a good thing,' said EWA board member Chris Kabbes.
If construction needs to be done, Brown said the EWA would like to be involved in research and development so Tucker doesn't waste his time and money if the board will say 'no' right away.
The board approved the purchase, but the sale is not official until a contract is signed. The contract should be ready next week.
EWA board member Mike Dirks is looking forward to seeing what comes of the property.
'If it makes sense and it's going to be done right and look good, we want to support you,' said Kabbes. 'We want you to be successful.'
'I'm not opposed at all, Alan, to you having that marina. I think you would be in a great position to improve it,' said Brown. 'We have always been pro success. I mean, we want those marinas and all of our entities out there to be successful … we're going to do what we can to help you.'
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