City of Bradenton Receives $54 Million in State Funding for Water and Wastewater Upgrades
The City of Bradenton has been awarded more than $54 million in funding from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to support significant improvements to its drinking water and wastewater systems.
The funding will be used to strengthen and modernize critical infrastructure across the city, addressing aging systems while improving overall performance and reliability. City officials say the investment will help ensure safe, dependable water and wastewater services for residents and businesses now and in the future.
The projects are part of the city’s Face It, Fix It initiative, a long-term effort to repair and upgrade essential infrastructure. Through this initiative, Bradenton is prioritizing system resilience, operational efficiency, and the ability to meet future growth and regulatory requirements.
City leaders note that the state funding represents a significant step toward reducing the risk of system failures, improving service reliability, and protecting public health and the environment. Additional details on specific projects and timelines are expected to be released as planning and implementation move forward.
