City Secures $1,575,000 in Funding

CORAL GABLES, FL – The City of Coral Gables secured $1,575,000 in state funding for three priority projects included in the 2026 state budget, which was approved by the Florida Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis.

The funding reflects the city’s continued partnership with state leaders and their shared commitment to investing in projects that enhance quality of life and support environmental preservation in the City Beautiful.

The city extends its appreciation to Gov. Ron DeSantis, Sens. Alexis Calatayud and Ileana Garcia, and Rep. Demi Busatta for their support of these important appropriations and their continued commitment to Coral Gables residents.

Below is the list of projects funded:

ProjectRequest
1Environmental Remediation of Public Works Debris Site
Sponsors: Garcia, Busatta
Funded: $900,000
2Gravity Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
Sponsors: Garcia, Busatta
Funded: $450,000
3Ponce Waterway Dredging Project
Sponsors: Garcia, Busatta
Funded: $225,000
Total Funds Secured$1,575,000