Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies
Project name: AI Research Ecosystem
Requested amount: $5,000,000
Intended recipient: Florida State University
Address of recipient: 601 W College Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32306
Project description: The funding would be used to allow investment in AI infrastructure on FSU’s campus that will significantly expand the university’s capacity to conduct advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning research that directly supports national defense priorities.
Project name: Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee Simulator Upgrade
Requested amount: $3,000,000
Intended recipient: Florida State University
Address of recipient: 601 W College Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32306
Project description: The funding would be used to upgrade the Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee’s current simulator. For this project, Challenger Center will adjust the base simulator design to fit the dimensions of the rooms at Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee.
Project name: Tallahassee Police Department Forensic Laboratory
Requested amount: $2,271,350
Intended recipient: Tallahassee Police Department Forensic Laboratory
Address of recipient: 234 E 7th Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32303
Project description: The funding would be used to support a state-of-the-art forensic laboratory at the new Tallahassee Police Department Headquarters, strengthening investigative capabilities and enhancing public safety throughout Florida’s capital region.
Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies
Project name: Fire/Crash Station
Requested amount: $48,000,000
Intended recipient: Tyndall Air Force Base
Address of recipient: 103 Mississippi Ave, Tyndall Air Force Base, FL 32403
Project description: The funding would be used for a fire/crash station. The station utilizes economical design and construction methods to accommodate the mission of the facility. The new facility includes crash/fire rescue station with multiple drive-through bays. Construction will include concrete slab on grade, 8" concrete masonry unit walls, metal standing seamless roof and all necessary climate resiliency measures. The facility includes a 500 KW generator and is authorized by Air Force Manual 32-1062. The project includes utilities, pavements, communications support, emergency generator, site improvements, soil remediation, and other supporting work necessary to make a complete and usable facility.
Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA, and Related Agencies
Project name: Aging Watermain Lines, Meters, and Fire Hydrants
Requested amount: $297,800
Intended recipient: Cherry Lakes Utilities
Address of recipient: 257 NE Berkshire Road, Madison, FL 32340
Project description: The funding would be used to replace aging watermain lines, associated meters and fire hydrants within its service area. Much of the existing infrastructure has reached the end of its useful life, increasing the risk of water loss, service interruptions, reduced water pressure, and limited fire protection capacity. This project will modernize critical utility infrastructure, protect public health, improve fire protection services, and promote long-term operational sustainability for the community served by Cherry Lake Utilities Corporation.
Project name: Water Meter and Distribution Line Replacement Project
Requested amount: $383,162
Intended recipient: City of Jacob, FL
Address of recipient: 4490 Jackson Road, Jacob, FL 32431
Project description: The project consists of purchasing 90 water meters and boxes for customer replacements, 10 additional meters and boxes for backups and new customers, installation costs associated with the meter installations, and associated distribution line replacement. The City is facing critical water infrastructure challenges that threaten the reliability, efficiency, and financial sustainability of its municipal water system. Many existing water meters and meter boxes are outdated and deteriorating, resulting in inaccurate readings, water loss, billing inefficiencies, and increased maintenance costs.
Project name: Water and Wastewater System Improvements
Requested amount: $1,886,300
Intended recipient: City of Madison, FL
Address of recipient: 321 SW Rutledge St, Madison, FL 32340
Project description: The funding would be used to complete water and wastewater system improvements, consisting of line replacements along County Camp Road and Bunker Street. The City is facing critical infrastructure challenges that threaten the reliability, efficiency, and financial sustainability of its municipal system. The existing water and sewer lines in this corridor are aging and in need of replacement to prevent service disruptions, reduce the risk of leaks and sanitary sewer overflows, and ensure continued compliance with state and federal environmental standards.
Project name: Station #4 Replacement Project
Requested amount: $11,000,000
Intended recipient: Panama City Fire Department
Address of recipient: 501 Harrison Ave, Panama City, FL 32401
Project description: The funding would be used to replace a 50-year-old fire station, providing a safe operating environment during hurricanes or other natural disasters and enabling an effective response. Additionally, it will allow the Department’s 100’ ladder truck to relocate to better respond to critical industrial, residential, and commercial properties.
Project name: Four-Bay Fire Station
Requested amount: $4,500,000
Intended recipient: City of Perry, FL
Address of recipient: 224 S Jefferson St, Perry, FL 32347
Project description: The funding would be used to construct a new, modern fire station to replace the existing 100-year-old facility. The current station is undersized, outdated, and located near a designated flood hazard area, placing critical emergency operations at risk during severe weather events and hurricanes. The proposed project will construct a 75’ x 150’ four-bay fire station on two vacant, city-serviced parcels outside of the flood zone. The new facility will significantly enhance emergency response capacity by providing adequate space for modern firefighting and rescue equipment, 24-hour operational readiness, and a hardened safe room to protect first responders during disasters.
Project name: Fire Rescue Station
Requested amount: $2,500,000
Intended recipient: Wakulla County
Address of recipient: 3093 Crawfordville Highway, Crawfordville, FL 32327
Project description: The funding would be used to construct a new Fire Rescue Station to serve the Wakulla Station community. The existing Wakulla Station Fire Rescue Station has been determined to lack sufficient resources to adequately support its operations, and a suitable replacement is needed in order to meet the public safety needs of residents and visitors.
