# Belle Isle Marsh Public Update Meeting 9/15/26

The Belle Isle Marsh Public Update Meeting held on September 15, 2026, provided detailed updates on multiple environmental restoration and flood resilience projects involving several municipalities and state agencies. Key procurement-related discussions included the advancement of a salt marsh restoration project by the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), which involves ditch remediation, runnel installation, and habitat mound construction to improve marsh resilience. MassDOT presented progress on the Bennington Street and Frederick's Park flood control project, including the initiation of a consultant contract for 25% design development and geotechnical surveys, aiming to elevate Bennington Street to reduce flood risk. Additionally, the meeting covered permitting progress for shoreline restoration on Massport land near Saratoga Street, with construction anticipated in spring or early summer 2027. The MBTA discussed vulnerability assessments for the Orient Heights Rail Yard and ongoing evaluations of flood protection options. While no specific contract awards or dollar amounts were disclosed, the meeting highlighted ongoing design, permitting, and interagency coordination efforts critical to future procurement and construction activities. The session concluded with a Q&A and plans to post meeting materials online for public access.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Environment
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 15, 2026

### Sources
- [Belle Isle Marsh Public Update Meeting 9/15/26](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pn5q8GxOIsM) - RevereTV