A new $2.54 million mixed-use building will be built at Grand Lake St. Marys State Park to replace two old and deteriorating structures that no longer meet operational or visitor needs.
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The current camp store and park office are outdated, cramped, and in disrepair, prompting long-standing requests for improvements from park leadership
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Funding was approved by the Ohio Controlling Board from a state parks facilities fund, with Charles Construction Services of Findlay selected as the contractor
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The project includes a larger combined space with offices, retail space, reception areas, storage, and outdoor seating, designed to better support staff and visitors
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A pre-construction meeting is set for January, with groundbreaking expected in March and completion projected for April 2027
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Once the new building opens, the existing facilities will be torn down and the sites restored
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