The shoreline at Bay Beach Amusement Park on August 2, 2022. PC: Fox 11 Online
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — The public has a chance to offer thoughts on Green Bay’s waterfront restoration project near Bay Beach at a meeting Thursday afternoon.
The project has both environmental and user aspects, according to the city.
“Connect the Bay is a landmark initiative to strengthen our community’s natural defenses against flooding and coastal storms, while expanding public recreation and enhancing habitat for local wildlife. The project focuses on developing restoration designs that reduce wave impacts, mitigate the risk of flooding, create new habitats for freshwater mussels and fish species, and improve public access along Lower Green Bay. An anticipated highlight is the creation of a boardwalk linking Bay Beach with a newly designed breakwater and gathering circle, enabling greater enjoyment of our waterfront for everyone,” the city’s summary of the meeting states.
Conceptual designs are 60% completed, so feedback could still alter final project.
“As the city faces increasing challenges posed by severe storms and flooding — potentially impacting up to one-third of Green Bay in a 100-year storm — projects like Connect the Bay are essential. The restoration will use nature-based infrastructure, such as wetlands and natural shoreline features, not only to absorb wave energy and diminish flood risks but also to nurture valuable freshwater habitats, improving ecological health throughout the region,” the city stated.
The meeting is at The View at Paradise North Distillery, 101 Bay Beach Rd., from 4-6:30 p.m.
In addition to attending tonight’s event, residents may share their feedback through the Connect the Bay online survey, open through Oct. 11. Those interested can also subscribe to project updates via connectthebay.com or reach out to the project team at CONNECTtheBAY@geiconsultants.com for more information.
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