harbor dredging
Removing sediment to deepen harbor for safer navigation and waterfront access.
Watch for follow-up items like grant applications, engineering/study contracts, environmental review steps, and coordination actions with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Typically discussed at City Council Work Session. Check back when the next agenda is published.
On March 30, council unanimously approved a 2027–2029 harbor “intentions” plan that puts dredging, seawall reconstruction near the Hamilton property, and a possible breakwater extension on the city’s grant wish-list. The point was staying eligible for Wisconsin DOT harbor grants, not authorizing construction.
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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 YesAdam Wachowski YesDarla LeClair YesMark Bittner YesShannon Derby YesBill LeClair YesDoug Brandt YesTim Petri YesBonnie Shimulunas Yes
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Council adopted a three-year harbor development “Statement of Intentions” for 2027–2029 to maintain eligibility for Wisconsin DOT harbor planning and grant funding.
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The adopted intentions plan listed harbor dredging, seawall reconstruction near the Hamilton property, and a possible breakwater extension among priority projects.
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Staff stated the intentions plan vote did not commit the city to building the listed projects, but set the list used for pursuing grants.
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Council discussion covered costs, funding sources, navigation safety, and environmental impacts tied to dredging and seawall work; staff referenced coordination with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and upcoming studies.
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The resolution passed unanimously on a roll call vote, 9-0.
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