On Friday, July 14, 2023, Governor Kay Ivey announced Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act
(GOMESA) funding of over $67 million for 27 projects in the State of Alabama.
The Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act (GOMESA) of 2006 created a revenue-sharing model
for oil- and gas-producing gulf states. Under the act, Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas
receive a portion of the revenue generated from oil and gas production offshore in the Gulf of
Mexico. The act also directs a portion of revenue to the Land and Water Conservation Fund.
The Baldwin County Commission was awarded $4,820,000 in GOMESA funds for the
construction of a new boat launch and park, The Launch at CR6, on the Bon Secour River.
The Launch at CR6 sits on 16 acres located at 5587 County Road 6 in Gulf Shores. This project
will include construction of two boat ramps, a kayak launch, picnic gazebos, restroom facilities,
a walking trail, parking, and fishing and staging piers.
Construction of this facility is expected to begin in early 2024.
