To ensure public transparency and accountability, the following project requests are listed in alphabetical order below.

Boynton Beach Drinking Water System Improvements Project

• Location: Boynton Beach, FL
• Amount: $1,000,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: This funding would be used to install protective measures to prevent backflow conditions that could allow contaminated or non-potable water to enter the potable drinking water supply. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will strengthen the integrity and reliability of the community’s drinking water system while ensuring compliance with safe drinking water standards.
• Account: Department of Interior; Environmental Protection Agency; State and Tribal Assistance Grants (STAG); Drinking Water State Revolving Fund.
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Delray Beach Sewer Main Infrastructure

• Location: Delray Beach, FL
• Amount: $5,050,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: The funding would be used to repair the City’s aging gravity sewer system to reduce infiltration and inflow, reduce the volume of wastewater requiring treatment, and help protect groundwater quality. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it improves the efficiency and long‑term operating costs of the regional wastewater system while protecting environmental and public health for the approximately 70,000 residents served by the collection system.
• Account: Department of Interior; Environmental Protection Agency; State and Tribal Assistance Grants (STAG); Clean Water State Revolving Fund.
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FoundCare Facility Upgrades to Expand Access to Comprehensive Health Services

• Location: West Palm Beach, FL
• Amount: $1,000,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: The funding would be used to expand service capacity, address critical infrastructure issues, and strengthen access to pediatric dental care, primary care, and behavioral health services under one roof. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will expand access to care, improve health outcomes, and reduce the overall burden on the health care system.
• Account: Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies; Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resource Services Administration (HRSA); HRSA-Wide Activities and Program Support.
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FoundCare Mammography and Ultrasound Equipment Acquisition

• Location: West Palm Beach, FL
• Amount: $1,008,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: The funding would be used to acquire mammography and ultrasound equipment for FoundCare’s Riviera Beach Health Center. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will expand access care, improve health outcomes, and reduce the overall burden on the health care system.
• Account: Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies; Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resource Services Administration (HRSA); HRSA-Wide Activities and Program Support.
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Genesis Community Health Mobile Health Care

• Location: Boynton Beach, FL
• Amount: $894,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: The funding would be used to acquire a fleet of three mobile medical units to deploy into Southern Palm Beach, Florida communities. The mobile units will focus on dental, primary, and HIV care and allow Genesis Community Health (GCH) to serve thousands of additional patients. This project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because this will expand access to comprehensive, affordable care and improve health outcomes across the County.
• Account: Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies; Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resource Services Administration (HRSA); HRSA-Wide Activities and Program Support.
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Greenacres Fire Station

• Location: Greenacres, FL
• Amount: $8,000,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: This project will support the construction of a third fire station within the City of Greenacres to assist in serving approximately 45,000 Greenacres residents, as well as more than 2,000 residents of the City of Atlantis. This is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will meet growing demand for fire protection in developing areas, ensuring residents receive timely emergency response, and that Fire Rescue personnel are properly supported to maintain public safety for the residents and visitors of Greenacres and Atlantis.
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Health Care District of Palm Beach County Federally Qualified Health Center Diagnostic Equipment Acquisition

• Location: West Palm Beach, FL
• Amount: $2,000,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: This funding will expand the Health Care District’s health centers’ ability to deliver services in-house by investing in point-of-care diagnostic equipment and strengthening clinical capacity across sites and service lines, including primary care, pediatrics, women’s health, and behavioral health. This is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will expand access to coordinated care and reduce delays in diagnosis and treatment.
• Account: Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies; Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resource Services Administration (HRSA); HRSA-Wide Activities and Program Support.
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Lake Clarke Shores Septic-to-Sewer Infrastructure Project

• Location: Lake Clarke Shores, FL
• Amount: $1,000,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: The funding would be used to support the construction of a new sewer system to connect homes currently served by septic tanks to the Town-owned sewer system. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will reduce pollutants entering Lake Clarke, protect recreational waters, enhance wildlife habitat, and help improve Lake Clarke as a safe community resource.
• Account: Department of Interior; Environmental Protection Agency; State and Tribal Assistance Grants (STAG); Clean Water State Revolving Fund.
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Lake Worth Beach Downtown Garage and Alleyway Project

• Location: Lake Worth Beach, FL
• Amount: $2,800,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: This project would build a public garage and revitalize severely blighted alleyways into pedestrian and bicycle paths that connect public parking to downtown businesses and affordable housing. This project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will increase foot-traffic, promote optimal land use versus scattered sites, support business growth and reinvestment, and provide pedestrian and bicycle amenities to promote the economic development of Lake Worth Beach.
• Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies; HUD/Community Planning and Development, Economic Development Initiatives.
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Lantana Hillbrath Dr. Gravity Sewer Main Replacement Project

• Location: Lantana, FL
• Amount: $1,200,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: The funding would be used to restore a sanitary sewer system that services an industrial site, eliminate exfiltration, and prevent overflows. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will reduce the discharge of pollutants in compliance with Clean Water Act standards.
• Account: Department of Interior; Environmental Protection Agency; State and Tribal Assistance Grants (STAG); Clean Water State Revolving Fund.
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Nursing Training Program Expansion in Palm Beach County

• Location: West Palm Beach, FL
• Amount: $1,390,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: This funding will allow the County to purchase advanced simulation technology to support nurse training programs across the County and expand instructional opportunities for nursing students. This is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because this will help strengthen the health care workforce pipeline with prepared, highly qualified registered nurses who can meet this growing workforce demand.
• Account: Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies; Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resource Services Administration (HRSA); HRSA-Wide Activities and Program Support.
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Palm Beach County Affordable Housing Infrastructure Development

• Location: West Palm Beach, FL
• Amount: $2,000,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: The funding will be allocated for the purchase or development of micro units and tiny houses to be placed on land owned by faith-based or nonprofit partners. This project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will increase the affordable housing supply in Palm Beach County to reduce the number of people who are unhoused and decrease reliance on public social services, including emergency shelter, and increase economic activity in the community.
• Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies; HUD/Community Planning and Development, Economic Development Initiatives.
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Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office Critical Incident Command Unit

• Location: West Palm Beach, FL
• Amount: $1,850,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: The funding would be used to acquire a Critical Incident Command Unit (CICU), a mobile command platform to provide secure communications, operational coordination, and unified command capabilities directly to incident scenes throughout Palm Beach County. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it would improve the Sheriff’s Office's ability to respond to and prevent crime, including at large-scale, high-risk events by reducing response delays and improving decision-making during the most critical moments of a crime.
• Account: Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies; Department of Justice (DOJ)/Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS); Technology and Equipment.
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Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard Bridge

• Location: West Palm Beach, FL
• Amount: $3,000,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: The funding would be used to widen the bridge and meet current design and safety standards by providing separation between travel lanes and adding shoulders and sidewalks for travelers. This project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it would increase safety and mobility for vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians.
• Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies; DOT/Federal Highway Administration; Highway Infrastructure Programs; Highway General Fund Programs.
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Palm Beach State College Mobile Immersive & STEM Learning Lab

• Location: Lake Worth, FL
• Amount: $1,560,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: The funding would be used to support a mobile immersive learning lab to advance NASA research and invest in the pipeline of future NASA scientists through space- and STEM-focused curriculum for K-12 and community college students. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will help build a workforce with the technical competencies needed in rapidly evolving STEM and AI-driven fields necessary to support the space industry in Florida and across the country.
• Account: Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies; National Aeronautics and Space Administration; Safety, Security and Mission Services.
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Palm Beach State College Quantum Innovation Center Phase II

• Location: Lake Worth Beach, FL
• Amount: $3,000,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: The funding would be used to expand a Center that provides students with advanced technical skills, industry-recognized certifications, and direct pathways to high-demand careers in quantum programming. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will help advance knowledge and prepare the workforce in quantum programming development, which is essential in a rapidly evolving world shaped by emerging technologies and rising cyber threats, making our workforce more prepared for the jobs of the future.
• Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies; HUD/Community Planning and Development, Economic Development Initiatives.
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School District of Palm Beach County’s Preparing Students for Emerging Technologies Project

• Location: West Palm Beach, FL
• Amount: $1,000,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: This funding would be used to develop state-of-the-art learning labs in high schools across the School District of Palm Beach County, specifically focusing on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and quantum computing. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it addresses regional workforce needs by equipping students with advanced technical skills, thereby stimulating local economic growth and ensuring the community remains a competitive hub for emerging technology sectors.
• Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies; HUD/Community Planning and Development, Economic Development Initiatives.
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Wellington Emergency Operations Center Phase II

• Location: Wellington, FL
• Amount: $3,000,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: The funding would be used to construct and equip a facility for the Village’s emergency operations center. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it would improve the Village’s emergency preparedness, response capabilities, and overall public safety operations.
• Account: Department of Homeland Security; Emergency Operations Center.
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West Palm Beach Fern Street Extension and Rail Safety Project Phase II

• Location: West Palm Beach, FL
• Amount: $2,000,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: The funding would be used to construct a new at-grade crossing, install traffic signalization improvements, creating separated and protected bike lanes, enhancing pedestrian crosswalks and lighting, and acquiring necessary parcels for completion. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it benefits the public by easing traffic congestion, enhancing safety, and promoting multi-modal connectivity in downtown West Palm Beach.
• Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies; HUD/Community Planning and Development, Economic Development Initiatives.
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West Palm Beach Public Safety Initiative

• Location: West Palm Beach, FL
• Amount: $1,500,000
• Purpose of funding and why it’s an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars: The funding request would provide funding to secure a quadruped robotic system and drone detection and mitigation technology. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will help improve law enforcement effectiveness, increase officer safety, and protect city infrastructure, residents and visitors.
• Account: Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies; Department of Justice (DOJ)/Office of Justice Programs, Byrne JAG.
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