City Of West Miami

The City of West Miami is a U.S. local government entity that has been registered to receive federal awards since May 24, 2007. As a city government, it primarily serves its local community by providing essential municipal services and infrastructure improvements. Through federal grant awards, the city focuses on enhancing its public services, particularly in areas such as water infrastructure and law enforcement. The city's engagement with federal funding demonstrates its commitment to improving the quality of life for its residents and ensuring the effectiveness of its municipal operations. By leveraging federal grants, the City of West Miami aims to address critical needs within its community, ranging from upgrading aging infrastructure to enhancing public safety measures.

The City of West Miami has received both prime and sub federal grant awards for various projects, showcasing its diverse involvement in federally funded initiatives. A significant prime award is a $3,000,000 Cooperative Agreement from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Congressionally Mandated Projects program (CFDA 66.202) to upgrade the city's potable water distribution system. This project involves installing new water mains and service lines to improve drinking water infrastructure and protect public health. As a sub-recipient, the city has received multiple Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) awards through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement for law enforcement equipment. These sub-awards have funded the purchase of patrol SUVs, laptops, and computers for the West Miami Police Department, aimed at enhancing local law enforcement capabilities. Additionally, the city received Public Assistance funding through the State of Florida Division of Emergency Management in response to Hurricane Irma (FEMA-4337-DR-FL), highlighting its involvement in disaster recovery efforts. These awards collectively demonstrate the City of West Miami's focus on enhancing public safety, modernizing infrastructure, and improving disaster preparedness and response capabilities.