Tybee Island is pursuing multiple funding paths for beach nourishment after the Army Corps of Engineers’ $12 million portion of the project was not included in the fiscal year 2026 budget.

City Manager Bret Bell said the city has been working with the Army Corps for six years on a planned beach nourishment for this winter. They were ready to proceed before the funding was excluded from the federal budget about two months ago.

“It’s clear to us that it is very unlikely and potentially not possible to get funding in time for a nourishment this winter,” Bell said. “So, we’re now sort of pivoting to include it in the FY27 budget.”

The city is working simultaneously with state and federal partners to secure funding. Bell said officials are talking with the state about potential funding sources, including a loan program.

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