The City of Homestead is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $4 million grant from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) as part of Governor Ron DeSantis’ newly announced resilience and water quality initiatives for Biscayne Bay.
Governor DeSantis held a press conference on Tuesday, December 9th at Florida International University’s Biscayne Bay North Campus to unveil a series of statewide investments aimed at improving water quality in Biscayne Bay and strengthening the long-term health of the region’s aquifer. During the event, the Governor announced grant awards to Miami-Dade County and several municipalities throughout South Florida to support infrastructure and resilience projects aligned with these goals.
As one of the awarded municipalities, the City of Homestead will receive $4,000,000 in state funding for the Krome Avenue Sewer Project, a critical initiative designed to expand sewer infrastructure, reduce reliance on septic systems, and protect the region’s groundwater and surface water resources. This project directly supports broader regional efforts to restore and preserve Biscayne Bay by reducing nutrient pollution and improving overall water quality.
“We are grateful to Governor DeSantis and FDEP for recognizing the importance of this project and investing in Homestead’s infrastructure and environmental future,” said City of Homestead Mayor Seven D. Losner. “The Krome Avenue Sewer Project is essential to protecting our natural resources, supporting responsible development, and ensuring a resilient future for our community.”
The City of Homestead remains committed to advancing environmental stewardship, infrastructure modernization, and long-term resilience for its residents and the South Florida region.