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Fort Myers Beach staff eye Army Corps grant funding for canal dredging; senator's office offers help
Summary
Town staff said they are pursuing possible Army Corps of Engineers grant opportunities for canal dredging and that Senator Rick Scott's office has offered to help facilitate applications; committee urged staff to move forward because dredging affects canal health and property values.
Town staff told the committee they have been meeting with Senator Rick Scott's staff to identify potential funding sources for canal dredging and that the Army Corps of Engineers appears to be a viable option.
Staff said they received a list of possible application programs and that the senator's office offered assistance to facilitate applications. Committee members urged prompt action, noting dredging can be an economic concern for back‑bay residents and helps maintain channel health after storms.
Members encouraged staff to pursue the Army Corps option and to follow up on feasibility; staff said they would proceed and report back.
