Large crane leaving the Port of Manitowoc on May 30, 2021. (Photo courtesy of Peter Allie)
MANITOWOC, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — Federal funding will help the Port of Manitowoc make infrastructure updates.
A $20 million award for the city of Manitowoc was secured through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and annual funding legislation.
The money will be used to upgrade the port’s infrastructure so it can handle grain shipments more efficiently, increase storage space, update equipment and expand rail connections to make transportation faster and smoother. The proposed project will also establish a Midwest grain hub to better support farmers and businesses moving products across the United States and overseas.
“Investing in our ports is an investment in our Made in Wisconsin economy. Our ports keep Wisconsin goods moving to market, allow our small businesses and farmers to compete on a global stage and support local economies across the state,” said Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin in a news release.
Manitowoc Mayor Justin Nickels added, “The city is always excited to work alongside our local businesses to help them pursue federal grants and other opportunities that strengthen their operations and our community.”
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