Ocean Springs News
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, Beach Festivities Set for McPhearson, Jr. Pier
Ocean Springs, MS – The public is invited to join city officials in the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Chester M. McPhearson, Jr. Pier on Front Beach Drive, Saturday, March 21, 2 p.m. – 4 pm.
The pier is named in honor of civic leader and businessman, Chester M. McPhearson, Jr. Mr. McPhearson served as Ocean Springs mayor from 1981-1989 and alderman, Ward 4 from 1953 – 1961.
The ADA pier is 531 ft. long, with two pavillions, a fishing platform with fish cleaning station, and lighting. It can also accommodate beach shower facilities. FEMA provided $730,745 – the majority of funding for the new pier.
Mayor Moran will begin the festivities by cutting the ribbon on the new pier. Saturday’s event will also feature live music by Triage performing group and beach volleyball hosted by Parks & Leisure Services. Bottled water will be provided courtesy of the Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce-Main Street-Tourism Bureau.
Citizens are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the day as the city welcomes its new community pier.
