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PhantomBantam · 07-11-2003

Here is a bit of information about the Old Pavillion apparently there may be a bit of activity at the old sea side park location after all.

Posted on Fri, Jul. 11, 2003

http://www.myrtlebeachonline.com/mld...ss/6279754.htm

DRC accepts ideas for Pavilion site
Redevelopment could become reality by 2004
By Dawn Bryant
The Sun News

Details of a redevelopment plan at The Myrtle Beach Pavilion Amusement Park could be ready by the end of this year.

The Downtown Redevelopment Corp. is accepting proposals from developers that want to transform the 11-acre site into one that generates more year-round traffic. Officials are being quiet about what that development may be, but have said it could include a unique mix of shopping, residences, a hotel, restaurants, entertainment and other amenities.

"It could be any number of things, really," DRC Executive Director Dave Sebok said. "It's wide open."

Whatever the development, it would drastically change the face of Myrtle Beach's downtown.

"I don't want more of what we've got," said Myrtle Beach City Councilman Chuck Martino, who also is a DRC member. "I'm assuming when it comes out, it's going to be something we haven't seen before."

But moving forward on the plans will depend on Burroughs & Chapin Co. Inc., which owns the Pavilion and the land it sits on. B&C hasn't yet agreed to move the park, saying it will depend on whether the redevelopment plans would achieve the goal of generating year-round business downtown.

The Pavilion has been a staple on the Boulevard for half a century, and some locals and tourists have urged leaders not to abandon that history. But it's open for the summer only, leaving a prime piece of property dormant for most of the year.

"We look forward to seeing what they come up with," said B&C spokesman Pat Dowling.

Sebok is working with seven developers from across the country on the plans, although he and other DRC members declined to name them. Each proposal will be judged on whether it could extend the season, diversify the market, spread value to nearby properties and create an icon for the area. Proposals must be submitted by September.

B&C considered moving the Pavilion in the late 1990s, but the city persuaded the company to keep the park on Ocean Boulevard. The company added a $5 million roller coaster in 2000.

Finding the right combination to replace the amusement park will be a challenge, said DRC member Julien Springs.

"That is a tough task to find that type of thing that can go there," he said. "The Pavilion has been such a mainstay."

Phantom here,

I bet things have gotten a little more complicated with the new Theme Park looming.

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PhantomBantam Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: South Carolina Posts: 447	Here is a bit of information about the Old Pavillion apparently there may be a bit of activity at the old sea side park location after all. Posted on Fri, Jul. 11, 2003 http://www.myrtlebeachonline.com/mld...ss/6279754.htm DRC accepts ideas for Pavilion site Redevelopment could become reality by 2004 By Dawn Bryant The Sun News Details of a redevelopment plan at The Myrtle Beach Pavilion Amusement Park could be ready by the end of this year. The Downtown Redevelopment Corp. is accepting proposals from developers that want to transform the 11-acre site into one that generates more year-round traffic. Officials are being quiet about what that development may be, but have said it could include a unique mix of shopping, residences, a hotel, restaurants, entertainment and other amenities. "It could be any number of things, really," DRC Executive Director Dave Sebok said. "It's wide open." Whatever the development, it would drastically change the face of Myrtle Beach's downtown. "I don't want more of what we've got," said Myrtle Beach City Councilman Chuck Martino, who also is a DRC member. "I'm assuming when it comes out, it's going to be something we haven't seen before." But moving forward on the plans will depend on Burroughs & Chapin Co. Inc., which owns the Pavilion and the land it sits on. B&C hasn't yet agreed to move the park, saying it will depend on whether the redevelopment plans would achieve the goal of generating year-round business downtown. The Pavilion has been a staple on the Boulevard for half a century, and some locals and tourists have urged leaders not to abandon that history. But it's open for the summer only, leaving a prime piece of property dormant for most of the year. "We look forward to seeing what they come up with," said B&C spokesman Pat Dowling. Sebok is working with seven developers from across the country on the plans, although he and other DRC members declined to name them. Each proposal will be judged on whether it could extend the season, diversify the market, spread value to nearby properties and create an icon for the area. Proposals must be submitted by September. B&C considered moving the Pavilion in the late 1990s, but the city persuaded the company to keep the park on Ocean Boulevard. The company added a $5 million roller coaster in 2000. Finding the right combination to replace the amusement park will be a challenge, said DRC member Julien Springs. "That is a tough task to find that type of thing that can go there," he said. "The Pavilion has been such a mainstay." Phantom here, I bet things have gotten a little more complicated with the new Theme Park looming. __________________ "...It was just an ordinary Space Mole Hill before Disney got a hold of it..." Go Gamecocks!