DeSantis Hands Out $8.8M to Rural Florida | Panama City Beach News

Governor Ron DeSantis dropped eight point eight million dollars in rural Florida grants this week, fueling critical infrastructure upgrades across a dozen communities. Franklin County leads with $1.77M for water and sewer systems, Bonifay gets $1.5M to boost utilities and affordable housing, and Liberty County receives $1.6M to rebuild the Bristol boat ramp—key for safety, recreation, and river access. Blountstown scores over $1.1M for wastewater and roads, while smaller grants support tech systems in Holmes County and water repairs in Malone. The Secretary of Commerce stressed that water and sewer projects are vital for long-term job growth and economic stability, setting the stage for future development and improved quality of life in these rural hubs.

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