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STILL RECOVERING FROM SALLY
Vertical construction of the new American Legion Post 199 clubhouse has begun on the bluff at 700 S. Mobile Street; the old building in front was heavily damaged by hurricane Sally in 2020.
Fundraising is still ongoing for both; the post is currently closed to the public but members have access to a small temporary office on the grounds.
Completion later this summer.
From their gofundme page (click):
"Post 199 - The Vision:
First, up front, we have not lost sight of our original vision for
the historical main building to be retained and restored, as desired by
not only our membership, but the community as well. Since the early
1900’s, the building has been a landmark and of vital importance to the
essence of the Eastern Shore. We haven’t and will not quit. We will
realize the vision of a beautifully restored historic building. However:
We are breaking our vision down into a much more attainable manner.
The Post 199 Revitalization Plan has been adjusted to reflect the
membership’s goal to fulfill our immediate and future needs in a phased
approach:
• PHASE I: NEW SINGLE-STORY BUILDING will enable the revenue
stabilization of our Post and achieve PMC (Partially Mission Capable)
for our core and enhanced missions.
• Phase II: HISTORICAL BUILDING REVITALIZATION will enable our post
to become FMC (Fully Mission Capable) and fully support our “Enhanced
Mission” as well."
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