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The Florida Legislature passed a total budget of $115.1 billion, representing a 3.2 percent decrease from the previous year.
This year, $1.2 million was appropriated to Margate for significant infrastructure projects, according to Rep. Christine Hunschofsky.
The city must await the final decision of Gov. Ron DeSantis, who promised cuts to the budget using the line-item veto and was disappointed that a six-week extension was necessary for passage.
Margate is to receive a $500,000 appropriation for citywide infrastructure, canal embankment assessments, and rehabilitation to increase stormwater delivery capacity. Restoration of stormwater infrastructure improvements for resiliency is necessary to continue protecting the community, property, and the environment while preserving drainage basins and mitigating flood risks. The city will match with $500,000, according to city information.
Additionally, the city is seeking $700,000 to rehabilitate and upgrade Digester Tank 2 at the wastewater treatment plant. The project includes structural repairs, replacement of mixing equipment, installation of new aeration systems, electrical modifications, and improvements to access and safety features. These upgrades aim to enhance operational efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and extend the lifespan of critical infrastructure. The city will match this investment with $700,000, according to city information.
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