For years, community leaders have floated plans to redevelop the deteriorating Orchard Beach pavilion. Now, the city has announced a $50 million renovation of the colossal structure. Last year, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. launched efforts to redevelop the pavilion, located in Pelham Bay Park, and this week Mayor Bill de Blasio gave it his stamp of approval, according to the New York Daily News. “The opening day at Orchard Beach has been a very […]