St. Augustine City Hall
Rep. Mica is working with the City of St. Augustine to renovate the historic City Hall building. The St. Augustine City Hall, formerly the Alcazar Hotel, is one of two magnificent buildings designed by Henry Morrison Flagler during the late 1880’s. It is one of the few original treasures remaining from the Flagler era of 1888 – 1914. The Alcazar Hotel was widely considered one of the most historically significant buildings in Florida.
For 114 years, St. Augustine's skyline has been dominated by the Mediterranean Revival towers. The large square towers rise above the city and in their prime offered visitors a view they were unable to see anywhere else in the city.
Unfortunately, over the years strong winds and seasonal storms have severely damaged the buildings structure, windows and roof. This refurbishment project calls for the restoration of both the towers and the replacement of the windows and roof. It also includes major structural repairs.
The City of St. Augustine and the State of Florida have already invested nearly $1 million in preservation related efforts. As soon as this historic timepiece is fully renovated and restored, it will once again be viewed as one of the most dominant buildings in Florida.
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