Galveston commits $41 million to improving island's biggest beaches

Galveston's two largest beaches are set to receive a total of $41 million in improvements, including boardwalks, bathrooms and a pavilion. The Galveston Park Board on Wednesday approved a plan it has been working on for a year to improve Stewart Beach and East Beach parks. less Galveston's two largest beaches are set to receive a total of $41 million in improvements, including boardwalks, bathrooms and a pavilion. The Galveston Park Board on Wednesday approved a plan it has been ... more Photo: City Of Galveston Photo: City Of Galveston Image 1 of / 33 Caption Close Galveston commits $41 million to improving island's biggest beaches 1 / 33 Back to Gallery

GALVESTON – Galveston's two largest beaches are set to receive a total of $41 million in improvements, including boardwalks, bathrooms and a pavilion.

The Galveston Park Board on Wednesday approved a plan it has been working on for a year to improve Stewart Beach and East Beach parks.

Improvements will include a boardwalk and a pavilion on Stewart Beach, retail stores and restaurants at both parks as well as public art and expanded camping and RV areas.

"This master plan will serve as a road map for improvements that will enhance Galveston's position as the No. 1 coastal destination in the state and ultimately broaden the island's appeal to tourists all over the country," Park Board Chairman Melvin Williams said.

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The plan, developed by Houston-based consulting firm Knudson Services, includes signage, mobile restrooms, bike racks and food trucks.

Under the plan, the pothole-filled, crumbling road to East Beach is expected to be repaired before the coming summer beach season.