James Island Public Meeting (Mid-Bay Project)

In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Maryland Port Administration (MPA) are conducting a public meeting following the preparation and release of a draft supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (sEIS) for the Mid-Chesapeake Bay Island Ecosystem Restoration Project at James Island. The draft sEIS will be made available for public review starting March 29 and is available for public comment until May 15. A public meeting will be held on April 17, 2024 at the Madison Volunteer Fire Company from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  A poster session and open discussion will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 pm, followed by a formal presentation at 6:30 pm, and public comment period. The purpose of the public meeting is to inform stakeholders about the project, its likely effects, and to receive public input, views, and concerns regarding the project.

The draft sEIS can be accessed at https://www.nab.usace.army.mil/Mid-Bay/.

Should you have any questions please contact midbayislands@usace.army.mil.