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State and county advance veterans nursing home project; $74M federal appropriation awaits state spending authorization
Summary
The state’s application for a VA‑supported state veterans nursing home in Collier County is advancing: 35% plans accepted by the federal VA and state; design milestones are scheduled and the state Legislative Budget Commission will consider authorization of roughly $74 million in federal construction funds next month. Environmental updates and closing documents remain to be completed.
Collier County commissioners heard an update Aug. 27 on the planned state veterans nursing home project to be built in Collier County with federal VA matching funds.
Chairman Saunders and county staff reported key milestones: 35% architectural plans have been accepted by the State Department of Veterans Affairs and the federal VA; the state expects to finish 50% design and reach 95% design in October, with a 100% design…
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