Construction begins on the new Garfield Street Parking Garage

It's a sign of success when an attraction runs short of spaces for visitors to park their cars in. So what's the most cost effective and logical solution to provide additional parking in a limited area?
Build upwards with a parking garage.
Construction's begun on the parking garage- you just can't miss that big ol' crane towering over most everything in the area. 
With the start of this thing's construction, one era ends and another begins. Balance the loss of not seeing sunsets from the Courts and being in the shadow of the garage- against having more parking, new pro-shop digs, an observation deck and more. This is what our children and theirs will inherit. I guess when all the other improvements to the Beach are complete all will balance out. I, for one, will miss my sunsets.
I'll be taking pictures of the build the whole time to document the process. 
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Also below the pics, is the text of a letter from Stiles Construction posted on the wall by the water fountain at the Historic Garfield Street courts. I'm wondering if our Courts have also been slated for improvements somewhere down the line... gotta ask.

The following is the text, word-for-word, of a letter posted on the wall above the water fountain at The Historic Paddleball Courts on Garfield St. Hollywood, FL re: the construction that’s begun.   

Re: Construction of the new Garfield Street Parking Garage 

Dear Sir or Madam.

Construction of a new five-level parking garage will begin in the next several weeks at the existing pay lot at Garfield Street and A1A

With the new garage, we will also begin construction of a community center as well as renovation of Charnow Park. The estimated duration of the project will be approximately one year. During this time, the Garfield Street’s paddle ball courts will remain open.

Although temporary fencing will be erected to secure the construction site, access will be maintained for all existing residences, businesses and facilities.

We apologize for any inconveniences that may be created, and we will attempt to minimize any disruption to normal activities. We believe this project will be a welcome addition to the area- alleviating parking problems as well as enhancing existing facilities.

Thank for your understanding and cooperation

Sincerely,

Mike Finn
Project Executive
Stiles Construction
954-627-9150