The Harbors and Waters Board voted this week to advance its fiscal 2027 budget after a detailed review of anticipated capital needs, operational costs, and infrastructure challenges presented by Harbormaster Mark Souza. The discussion centered on an estimated $200,000 in capital work planned for the coming year, much of it aimed at maintaining or replacing aging floats, … [Read more...] about Harbors and Waters approves FY27 budget
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Harbormaster issues notice ahead of hurricane
Marblehead Harbormaster Mark Souza released a notice on Tuesday concerning the potential impact Hurricane Lee could have on the harbor. He announced that gangways will be raised on Thursday, Sept. 14, at approximately 12 p.m. He advised residents to remove any and all tenders from town docks and kayaks from town racks prior to noon Thursday as well. Souza urged those with … [Read more...] about Harbormaster issues notice ahead of hurricane
Harbors and Waters Board discusses island name change, restroom predicament
The Marblehead Harbors and Waters Board assembled at the harbormaster’s office on Ferry Lane Monday night to discuss current events. Topics included the recent name change of Brown’s Island, the impact of the Fourth of July holiday on the harbor, and the lack of adequate parking for fishermen. However, the ongoing deterioration of the harbor’s restrooms ended up being the … [Read more...] about Harbors and Waters Board discusses island name change, restroom predicament