Minnesota Riverbank Stabilization Project
Summary
The council approved plans and authorized bidding for riverbank stabilization, flood protection for the sanitary sewer, stormwater improvements, and re-establishment of the historic Sweeney's Marina.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
Construction cost to be determined through bidding; funded per approved plans.
Riverfront users and residents protected from flooding and sewer infrastructure risk.
Huber Park visitors will face temporary trail and parking closures during construction; some Levee Drive parking is permanently removed.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Oct 6, 2026
The city is spending $18.16 million to armor 4,000 feet of eroding riverbank, protect the sewer interceptor, rebuild the DNR trail through Huber Park, and add an art plaza and ADA kayak launch. About 72% is grant-funded, and construction runs November through fall 2027 with temporary trail and parking closures.
City Council - Aug 18, 2026
The council approved plans and authorized bidding for riverbank stabilization, flood protection for the sanitary sewer, stormwater improvements, and re-establishment of the historic Sweeney's Marina.
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