Visions of Recovery

Highlights from the plans three hurricane-ravaged Florida counties developed with FEMA's help:

County/Project Description Goal Cost
DeSoto/
Rodeo and equestrian complex
Repair state's longest-running rodeo, or build a new equestrian complex Draw tourists and generate new businesses $750,00 to repair existing structure; $8 million to build a new facility
Charlotte/
Revitalize U.S. 41
Redevelop commercial corridor along historic highway Help businesses reopen and attract new customers $8 million to $10 million
Hardee/
Multipurpose community facility
Build a facility to house a library, meeting rooms, classrooms, business incubator space and an outdoor farmers market Increase traffic to downtown area; provide Internet access and job training; support new businesses $2 million

Source: FEMA

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