The Volusia County Council approved a $2 million construction contract to Saboungi Construction to turn the Lemon Bluff boat ramp site in Osteen into a full-use project.
It is a popular site to launch crafts onto the St. Johns River for a day of fun on the water.
The project calls for a new boat launch, two floating docks to accommodate launching canoes and kayaks, a fishing area, restrooms, sidewalks, privacy barriers, two pavilions and added parking are ready to take off.
The plan also includes a bulkhead to shore up a crumbling seawall along the river.
Work is expected to take between six and seven months to complete.

