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Approval of Funding for Bonnie Brook Flood Mitigation Project

Original title: Approval and execution of (1) Federally-Funded Subaward and Grant Agreement Agreement Number: H1321 with the Florida Division of Emergency Management (Pass-Through Entity for FEMA HMGP Grant) in the amount of $440,592.75 and (2) Mitigation Point of Contact for Bonnie Brook Flood Mitigation Improvements Project Project #: 4673-205-R. A local share in the amount of $146,864.25 is required. All Districts. (Stormwater Management Division)

June 16, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This ordinance authorizes $440,592.75 in federal grant funding and commits $146,864.25 in local funds toward flood protection infrastructure in the Bonnie Brook area.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Bonnie Brook residents

Residents in this area will be subject to flood mitigation infrastructure improvements.

Taxpayers

Local tax funds in the amount of $146,864.25 are allocated to meet the project's local share requirement.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 16, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The local government has approved a grant agreement to fund flood mitigation improvements for the Bonnie Brook area. The project is supported by federal funds managed through the Florida Division of Emergency Management, with a required local financial contribution.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This ordinance authorizes $440,592.75 in federal grant funding and commits $146,864.25 in local funds toward flood protection infrastructure in the Bonnie Brook area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total cost of the Bonnie Brook project?

The project involves $440,592.75 in federal grant funds and a $146,864.25 local contribution, totaling $587,457.00.

Where is this project located?

The project is for the Bonnie Brook area and affects all districts.

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Federal-Local Funding Split

The project utilizes a 3:1 ratio of federal grant funding to local matching funds.

FEMA Florida Division of Emergency Management

Connected Entities

organizationPublic Works Department“The department recommending the agreement.”Map →

organizationFlorida Division of Emergency Management“Pass-through entity for the FEMA HMGP grant.”Map →

organizationStormwater Management Division“The division overseeing the project.”Map →

organizationFEMA“Source of the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funding.”Map →

otherBonnie Brook Flood Mitigation Improvements Project“The specific infrastructure project receiving funding.”Map →

Sources

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