U.S. Rep. Randy Fine is doing his part for beach renourishment in Florida’s 6th Congressional District, with $4.7 million in federal money coming in ahead of the 2026 hurricane season.
“Strong beaches mean strong communities, protecting our homes, our economy, and our way of life,” Fine said.
“I thank the Flagler County Board of County Commissioners for their partnership and collaboration. Together — within two weeks of reaching out to FEMA — we secured more than $4.7 million in long-awaited federal funding for beach sand replenishment projects. We are pursuing additional funding to continue renourishing our beaches.”
The Federal Emergency Management Agency can program the money and begin projects immediately, Fine’s Office said.
It will address legacy damage from Hurricanes Ian and Nicole.
Local officials are also celebrating the help.
“We are grateful for Congressman Fine’s engagement and advocacy on behalf of Flagler County,” said County Commission Chair Leann Pennington. “This award strengthens our ability to restore and protect one of our community’s most vulnerable and valued assets, our coastline.”
“This funding is a critical piece of the overall financial plan for Reach 2,” added County Administrator Heidi Petito. “It allows us to move forward with confidence as we prepare for construction and continue securing the remaining resources needed.”
Fine won a Special Election last year to replace Mike Waltz to represent the sprawling district that runs from St. Johns County to Daytona Beach and the Orlando suburbs and the Ocala area out west. He has nearly $1 million cash on hand for his first campaign for a full term.
