Governor Ron DeSantis has announced a $1 million investment from the Florida Disaster Fund to aid in rebuilding fishing and aquaculture infrastructure damaged by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The funding will support repairs to boat slips, docks, fish houses, and aquaculture businesses in Florida's Big Bend region.
Governor Ron DeSantis has announced three appointments to the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County. Todd Panzer will serve as Chair, while Lola Gonzalez and Brittney Morley have also been appointed to the coalition.
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced appointments to the Rare Disease Advisory Council. Alexis Bakofsky, Colleen Bartlett, and Blake Shay have been appointed, while Jon Hawayek and Melissa Jordan have been reappointed.
Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis visited Tampa Bay to announce the allocation of $1 million through the Florida Disaster Fund. These funds will aid Hope Florida partners in assisting Floridians recovering from recent storms. The financial support is designated for nonprofit organizations providing essential services such as meals, immediate disaster relief for mothers and children, and assistance for foster children, families, individuals with unique abilities, and seniors.
Governor Ron DeSantis has allocated $9.5 million to SeaPort Manatee for repairs after it sustained significant damage from Hurricane Milton. The port, a crucial hub in Southwest Florida, suffered potential losses estimated at $225 million, including the destruction of 10 out of 13 warehouses and damage to three docking facilities.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the suspension of tolls across Central Florida, West Florida, and Alligator Alley to aid evacuations ahead of Hurricane Milton. The suspension is set for seven days starting at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 7, 2024.