Summary
The City Council approved the Marine Bureau's dredging project, with the contract awarded and work targeted to begin in mid-October — an aggressive timeline staff says everyone is on board for.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
Contract award approved by City Council; specific dollar figures were not stated.
Boaters and marina users who need navigable, safe waterways.
Nearby residents will endure temporary construction noise.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Marine Advisory Commission - Special Meeting - Aug 13, 2026
The City Council approved the Marine Bureau's dredging project, with the contract awarded and work targeted to begin in mid-October — an aggressive timeline staff says everyone is on board for.
Marine Advisory Commission Marine and Beach Maintenance/Operations Committee - Aug 13, 2026
The long-awaited dredging project to widen peninsula beach is funded and about to begin, at roughly $10.5 million with contingency, mostly from Tidelands and marina operating funds. Commissioners discussed ongoing backpassing needs since currents will keep eroding the beach.
Marine Advisory Commission Executive Committee - May 7, 2026
The sand-moving project was rebid after coming in too expensive; about 400,000 cubic yards will restore over 200 feet of beachfront between roughly 62nd and 64th streets. Beachfront work will be limited to 12 hours a day to reduce noise impacts.
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