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Council OKs $5.3M in budget amendments to fund citywide canal armoring project
Summary
Council adopted a budget amendment adding $5,314,214 for the citywide canal armoring phase 2 capital project, funded largely by a FEMA/DEM mitigation grant ($3,985,660.50) and stormwater fund reserves.
The council unanimously approved Resolution No. 2025‑5 (amendment to the FY2025 budget) that increases appropriations by $5,314,214 to fund the citywide canal armoring phase 2 capital improvement project. The resolution identifies $3,985,660.50 in grant funding from the Florida Division of Emergency Management mitigation bureau and FEMA, with the balance ($1,328,553.50) from stormwater fund reserves.
Staff listed the exhibit showing project scope and funding sources; the council moved and adopted the resolution without recorded opposition. A council member noted the funds will improve resilience and address canal bank stability across multiple wards.
