Florida Construction News staff writer
Miami-Dade County has been awarded $8 million through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund (JGGF) for roadway infrastructure projects at the Miami Freedom Park.
“Today’s award will significantly boost job creation and attract businesses to South Florida,” Gov. Ron DeSantis said in a statement. “This investment in roadway and transit infrastructure will ensure a greater capacity of people can travel efficiently through Miami as new projects like the Miami Freedom Park reach completion.”
Funding will be used to construct critical transit infrastructure, designed to improve access and increase the capacity for businesses interested in relocating to or expanding within the park. This upgrade is expected to boost the park’s popularity as a business hub.
The Florida JGGD is a state economic development program for public infrastructure and workforce training across Florida. Proposals for the grant are reviewed by FloridaCommerce and selected by DeSantis based on their potential to address critical infrastructure and workforce needs in local communities.
