Fort Walton Beach Approves $3.1M Contract for Liza Jackson Park Renovations

The Fort Walton Beach City Council approved a $3.1 million contract for upland improvements at Liza Jackson Park, including a restroom building and stormwater upgrades. The project was awarded to H&T Contractors, which submitted the lowest bid. Construction is set to begin on August 1 and is expected to take 180 days. The city is awaiting a federal permit for a boat ramp replacement, which is currently on hold.

Published Mar 26, 2026

The Fort Walton Beach City Council approved a $3.1 million contract for upland improvements at Liza Jackson Park, awarding the project to H&T Contractors after a competitive bidding process. The project comprises a new restroom building, stormwater improvements, and parking upgrades, excluding the boat ramp replacement pending a permit from the U.S.

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Army Corps of Engineers. Construction is scheduled to start on August 1, with an expected duration of 180 days. Funding sources include the city's Community Redevelopment Agency, a $1.6 million grant reimbursement, and a $1 million commitment from Okaloosa County.