Deputy City Manager Craig Radzak is appealing FEMA’s funding determination at the Downtown Sanford Marina. The Deputy City Manger spoke recently with Spectrum News.
The City of Sanford remains committed to restoring the Downtown Sanford Marina and continues to work in coordination with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) to secure approximately $18.2 million in funding necessary to complete the project.
The Marina serves as a vital public asset and a significant economic driver for the region while supporting recreational use, waterfront access and local businesses. The City’s funding request focuses on restoring the Marina to its pre-disaster condition while incorporating required upgrades to meet current standards.
However, in April 2025, FEMA conducted new site inspections. In May 2025, FEMA updated the Grants portal to estimate repair cost of $6.4 million, approximately $11.8 million lower than the City’s estimate. In October 2025, the City filed an appeal that was forwarded to FEMA on December 17, 2025.
The deadline for FEMA’s response to the appeal is June 15, 2026.
For detailed information on the current status of the City’s FEMA claim process and appeal, as well as updates as they occur, please visit our Marina Page.
