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Council hears Harbor Master budget and shellfish seeding plan; float replacement deferred to next year
Summary
The Harbor Master budget adds a modest capital set‑aside for channel markers and buoy replacement, councilors discussed a multi‑year seeding plan to restore clam beds, and staff said a master float replacement is anticipated in fiscal 2027 with grant applications pending.
The council reviewed the Harbor Master cost center and related marine programs, including mooring fees, channel marker maintenance and a proposed shellfish seeding pilot.
Helene, finance staff, said the budget adds a $4,000 capital outlay line to begin saving for channel markers, buoys and other marine aids to navigation instead of absorbing large maintenance swings in operating lines. Staff also advised the council the Harbor Master position budgeted mainly overtime wages is intended to reflect the…
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