DeSantis announces $15.6M for Florida’s small and rural counties

Florida Department of State Contributor Governor Ron DeSantis has announced nearly $15.6 million in awards to 23 small and rural communities across the state to support critical infrastructure and community development projects. Jefferson County's award of $65,000 is earmarked to develop the Jefferson County Community and Economic Resilience Implementation Plan. “Florida’s success begins with strong communities,” said Secretary of Commerce J. Alex Kelly. “Under Governor DeSantis’ l