Scott
On Wednesday, Florida Gov. Rick Scott announced his proposed 2014-15 fiscal year budget, which includes $8.8 billion for public works projects in transportation overseen by the Department of Transportation.As previously reported, Gov. Scott seeks to set aside $139 million for seaport infrastructure. If approved by the legislature, the Florida DOT will have $3.8 billion for adding 252 miles of new roadway lanes, $324.6 million for aviation improvements and $192.5 million for bridge repairs and replacement of 15 bridges.
Scott’s administration has made infrastructure to support international trade a top priority because it sees trade and logistics as natural growth opportunities for the state.
