What’s Up with Gaviota Pier?

Over five years ago the S.B. Independent ran a story “Gaviota Pier Not Opening for Years.”

I recently made several attempts to contact the State
Parks Department to find out why this Central Coast treasure isn’t being
repaired. God only knows how much they spend on the nearby rest stops that
never seem to be open. Any chance the Independent can get some answers
for us?

I’m sure there are lots of folks out there who would love to
have this treasure open once again.