Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has awarded $2 million to the Manatee County Port Authority via the Florida Job Progress Grant Fund (JGGF) for infrastructure enhancements at SeaPort Manatee. This funding will assist the reconstruction of key roadways, together with South Dock Road, and implement important stormwater mitigation. The enhancements purpose to bolster port resilience, promote financial development, and assist restoration from the impacts of the 2024 hurricane season.
“In the present day’s funding will improve Florida’s export potential and enhance manufacturing,” DeSantis stated. “Strengthening our ports is crucial as we entice extra companies.”
Florida Division of Transportation Secretary Jared W. Perdue, P.E., emphasised the significance of those infrastructure investments for Florida’s provide chain and thanked Governor DeSantis and FloridaCommerce for the grant, which can assist guarantee extra items attain communities.
The venture is predicted to create 300 jobs whereas bettering port effectivity and supporting an growth for Honeywell, a producer of varied merchandise. The upgrades may also entice new companies over the following 5 years, together with a chilly storage warehouse and a gas terminal.
The Florida Job Progress Grant Fund promotes public infrastructure and workforce coaching statewide, with proposals reviewed by FloridaCommerce and chosen by Governor DeSantis.
