Tag: PORT WIDENING

Mud dumping dispute: Lawmakers push back against Port’s $65 million price tag

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Alabama Port Authority released a fiscal note claiming a bill to curb thin-layer mud dumping in Mobile Bay would cost the state an estimated $65 million a year. However, those concerns are already being addressed on the federal level.

Mobile marine construction owner says government operating off double standard in port dredging project: 'They'd shut me down'

The Mobile Port dredging operations are causing concern among environmentalists, residents, business owners and those who work in waters of Mobile Bay. Now, some say the federal government isn’t playing by its own rules.

State Sen. Elliott says video of mud dumping in Mobile Bay proves change is needed

State Sen. Chris Elliott (R-Josephine) spoke about concerns with a dredging project underway in his district.

Mobile Baykeeper holding town hall over harbor deepening, widening project

The Mobile Baykeeper is continuing to request the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers make changes in its effort to widen and deepen the Port of Mobile, despite the Port Authority asking the non-profit to come to the table.