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RESTORE Funding for Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Approved

August 17, 2026

On July 29, 2026, the Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council (Council) voted to approve
additional funding for the ongoing Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Phase 1 implementation
project in Escambia County, Florida. Specifically, the Council voted to approve $748,010 in
additional funding to cover construction, engineering, and inspection costs associated with sand excavation and signage requirements for this living shoreline project. Background on this approval is provided below.

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Summary of Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline FPL Amendment

RESTORE Council Story Map- See What We Do

Keala J. Hughes
Director of External Affairs & Tribal Relations
(504) 717-7235
keala.hughes@restorethegulf.gov