City of Manistee Awarded $850,000 to Upgrade Downtown Riverwalk Along Manistee River

The city of Manistee was awarded $850,000 by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration grant program to upgrade the city’s downtown riverwalk along the Manistee River.

“This investment to upgrade Manistee’s downtown riverwalk will support the local economy and create or retain 50 good-paying jobs,” said Governor Gretchen Whitmer.

“Investing in infrastructure is critical to Michigan’s economy,” said Senator Gary Peters. “This grant will help the City of Manistee make needed upgrades to the Riverwalk that are important not only for safety but attracting visitors and spurring economic growth.”

This project includes providing safety upgrades and improve access and walkability on the south riverwalk, which will bring new visitors to the region and stimulate business and job growth. The EDA investment will be matched with $240,000 in local funds and create 50 jobs and generate $178,500 in private investment, according to grantee estimates.

This project is funded under the EDA’s $240 million competitive American Rescue Plan Travel, Tourism and Outdoor Recreation Program that closed it’s applications May 26.