Media Advisory: Rep. Diaz-Balart to Present $1.2 Million in Federal Funding to Upgrade Medley Pump Stations, Reduce Flood Risk and Improve Emergency Access
MEDLEY, FL – Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), Dean of the Florida Delegation, is pleased to invite members of the media to attend a check presentation ceremony on Wednesday, April 1, at 3:00 p.m.
The event will celebrate the $1,200,000 million in federal funding secured by Congressman Diaz-Balart for the Town of Medley to upgrade its wastewater pump stations.
These improvements will help mitigate future flooding and reduce the risk of operational hazards. Furthermore, it will improve public safety, health, and drainage and support more efficient traffic flow, while facilitating emergency evacuations and improving connectivity for the transportation of goods and heavy equipment in the area.
This project received funding through H.R. 6938, the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026, which was approved by Congress and signed into law by the President on January 23, 2026.
WHAT: Check Presentation Ceremony
WHO:
- Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), Vice Chair of the House Appropriations Committee and Dean of the Florida Delegation
- Mayor Ana Stefano
- Vice Mayor Arturo Jinete
- Members of the Town of Medley Council
WHEN:
Wednesday, April 01, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.
WHERE:
7700 NW 69th Avenue
Medley, FL 33166
All interested credentialed media may RSVP to Andrea.Morales@mail.house.gov
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