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Stop 43 beach stabilization moves forward; council says funds already budgeted
Summary
Council outlined a Stop 43 project including a retention wall, dune vegetation and a boardwalk; environmental permitting through EGLE is near completion and Army Corps involvement has been requested. Council said funds are already allocated and work can proceed without drawing on reserves.
Council discussed components and permitting for planned stabilization and access improvements at Stop 43. Project elements include installation of a retention wall to prevent sand from blocking drainage, landscaping boulders to support dune stability, planting dune vegetation to reduce erosion, and construction of stairs and a boardwalk to improve beach access.
Staff told the council that environmental permitting through EGLE is near completion and that the Army Corps of Engineers has requested involvement through the joint-application process. Council members confirmed that funds for the project are already included in the current and future budgets so the work can proceed without tapping reserve funds. Public commenter Maureen Shekleton expressed appreciation, saying she welcomed the prioritization: "appreciation for prioritizing improvements to Stop 43 and noted anticipation for improved beach access and stabilization."
Council indicated next steps include soliciting contractor quotes (contractors who worked on Stops 37 and 40 are expected to provide bids) and finalizing permitting paperwork before construction scheduling.
