Frost Secures $13.4 Million in Federal Funding for Central Florida Community Projects
Maxwell Frost, Congressman for Florida’s 10th Congressional District, announced Tuesday that $13.4 million in federal funding would be coming to the district. The announcement provided a transparent look into how the funds will be used to strengthen local communities and improve quality of life.
The funding will support a wide range of projects, including infrastructure upgrades, housing improvements, community programs, and public services:
$750,000 – New headquarters for IDignity, a nonprofit organization that helps U.S. citizens and legal residents obtain essential personal identification, such as birth certificates, Social Security cards, and Florida IDs.
$1.35 million – New Lynx buses and shelters, making public transportation more accessible throughout the district.
$850,000 – Innovation Lab set to open early this year within the multicultural center. According to the official Orange County website, the yet-to-be-named space will be “an idea lab, with areas for modeling and simulation for virtual and augmented reality development and training.”
$1.2 million – Roof replacement for West Oaks apartments.
$800,000 – New Malibu stormwater management system, designed to improve over 800 miles of infrastructure, control flooding, and enhance water quality.
$250,000 – Valencia College West Campus roof replacement, preventing water intrusion and maintaining infrastructure at the campus known for its high-tech programs in engineering, architecture, mathematics, and health sciences.
$974,000 – Elevators and showers for the Villas at Carver Park, a senior-housing apartment community.
$850,000 – Improvements to Lake Eola, a 23-acre scenic park in downtown Orlando.
$1.09 million – Clean Water Resiliency Project, a mobile resilience hub delivering fresh water, air conditioning, and internet access during disasters.
$250,000 – Green PLACE Environmentally Sensitive Lands Acquisition, which preserves wetlands, upland habitats, and water resources.
$1.26 million – Interior renovation of Tuscany at Aloma, an affordable housing complex in Winter Park.
$3 million – Women and Families homeless shelters, providing essential support to vulnerable residents.
The announcement highlights Frost’s continued focus on bringing federal resources to Central Florida, supporting both immediate community needs and long-term initiatives. Local leaders and residents alike are optimistic that the funding will accelerate critical projects and expand opportunities for the district’s diverse population.
