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Gadsden County
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W.S. Stevens Disaster Safe Room Project Grant Funding

Summary

The county is at risk of losing a $4 million federal grant for the W.S. Stevens safe room project because a required $1.5 million local match wasn't set aside by previous leadership. Commissioners debated past budgeting decisions and explored potential funding partnerships with the City of Quincy CRA to save the project.

At a glance

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Last discussed May 19, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Potential loss of $4 million in federal grant funding unless a $1.5 million local match is secured.

✅Who benefits

Gadsden County residents and the community utilizing the Stevens School facility for emergency shelter.

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