Playland Boardwalk Re-Opened

Want to take a stroll along the Long Island Sound? Playland, again, is the place to do that.

Westchester County Executive Robert P. Astorino today celebrated the opening of the Playland boardwalk, just one day before the amusement park's opening day for the 2013 season.

The boardwalk, damaged by Hurricane Sandy, has been completed two weeks ahead of schedule.

“It’s terrific that we are able to open the boardwalk weeks ahead of schedule and under budget," said Astorino. "I’m thrilled that we were able to get this done for our local residents and all visitors who enjoy walking the boardwalk.”

The main boardwalk suffered extensive damage during Hurricane Sandy and a major section, from the Pier Restaurant to the miniature golf course, had to be rebuilt. While the entire main boardwalk will be open to the public for the opening weekend of the park, some sections closer to the pool will be closed on certain days during the month to finish repairs. 

In addition, a section of the pier will be repaired in the next few weeks. 

Titan Construction Group, based in White Plains, was hired to complete the project. The total cost of the project was budgeted for $2,099,183 and the County Department of Public Works is projecting that the reconstruction will come in under budget, Astorino said.

Titan used the Brazilian hardwood known as Ipe to rebuild the boardwalk.  Ipe can last more than 30 years, compared with the current type of wood used that starts to splinter and warp after 8-10 years. Ipe is also more fire resistant than standard wood.

The north boardwalk - adjacent to the amusement park - was demolished during Hurricane Sandy. It has not yet been determined whether the north boardwalk will be rebuilt.

Playland Opening Day is Saturday.