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wisconsin dot harbor development funding

State aid for harbor dredging, seawalls, and breakwater to improve navigation.

What to Watch
Watch for follow-up votes that move from the intentions list to real steps: studies, grant applications, permits, and any local match funding decisions.
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Typically discussed at City Council Work Session. Check back when the next agenda is published.

The Story

On March 30, council voted 9–0 to adopt a 2027–2029 harbor project “intentions” list tied to Wisconsin DOT harbor planning and grant eligibility. The list names dredging, seawall work near the Hamilton property, and a possible breakwater extension. City staff stressed this vote doesn’t commit the city to building anything yet, but it does set the menu of projects the city can chase grants for.

Key Decisions
  1. passed 9-0 City Council Work Session · Mar 30, 2026

    26-045 Resolution Adopting Three-Year Harbor Development Statement of Intentions for 2027-2029

    Motion to waive reading and adopt the resolution (26-045 Resolution Adopting Three-Year Harbor Development Statement of Intentions for 2027-2029)

    Scott Stechmesser Yes
    Adam Wachowski Yes
    Darla LeClair Yes
    Mark Bittner Yes
    Shannon Derby Yes
    Bill LeClair Yes
    Doug Brandt Yes
    Tim Petri Yes
    Bonnie Shimulunas Yes
Record

  1. Council adopted a three-year Harbor Development Statement of Intentions for 2027–2029 to maintain eligibility for Wisconsin DOT harbor planning and grant funding.

    City Council Work Session

  2. The adopted intentions list included harbor dredging, seawall reconstruction near the Hamilton property, and a possible breakwater extension.

    City Council Work Session

  3. Staff stated adopting the intentions plan does not commit the city to constructing the listed projects; it functions as a list of projects the city may pursue for grant eligibility.

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  4. Council discussion covered costs, potential funding sources, navigation safety, and environmental impacts related to dredging and seawall work; staff referenced coordination with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and upcoming studies.

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  5. The resolution passed unanimously on a roll call vote, 9–0.

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