Some northeastern Wisconsin communities are getting state money from the Wisconsin DNR Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.
$7.7 million will go toward twelve projects, including one in Menasha and another in Neenah.
$1 million will be used for renovating and reconstructing Neenah’s Doty Park seawall. The money also goes toward more habitat-enhanced riprap shorelines.
The city of Menasha is getting $920,000 for the realignment of a boat launch in Jefferson Park.
The boat launch will become separated from people parking at the park, which will help reduce congestion and improve safety.
The project also includes the construction of a three-lane boat launch and a new parking lot.
The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program gives the DNR spending authority to support recreational infrastructure on state and municipal properties, including boat ramp facilities, as well as campsite, restroom, and trail improvements through grants available to local governments and nonprofit organizations.
