Governor Ron DeSantis Announces More than $7.1 Million in Awards to Support Florida's Rural Communities

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced more than $7.1 million in awards to nine Florida communities through the Rural Infrastructure Fund (RIF) program.

“These strategic investments in our rural communities are important to families and businesses in rural Florida,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “Our rural communities are the backbone of our state and strengthening their infrastructure strengthens Florida as a whole.”

“DEO is proud to support Governor DeSantis’ commitment to our state’s rural communities,” said Department of Ecnomic Opportunity Secretary Dane Eagle. “The Governor knows that the growth and development of Florida’s rural communities is paramount to Florida’s economic success, and under his leadership, DEO will continue to connect rural communities with opportunities that support generational growth and economic resilience.”

Administered by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), the RIF program provides funding to facilitate the planning, preparing, and financing of infrastructure projects in rural communities, which encourages job creation, capital investment, and the strengthening and diversification of rural economies.

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