Governor Kay Ivey said last week that the Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council (RESTORE Council) approved more than $403 million in funding decisions for restoration efforts spanning the Gulf Coast states.
According to Ivey, Alabama will benefit with projects totaling $87 million for restoration activities to address injuries resulting from the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill. Alabama’s projects are part of the RESTORE Council’s Funded Priorities List (FPL) 4.
“ Alabama’s coast is one of God’s greatest blessings to our state, and we have a responsibility to protect it ,” said Governor Ivey. “ These $87 million in restoration projects will strengthen our coastal communities, improve our waterways and preserve the natural beauty and resources that support Alabama jobs, tourism and outdoor recreation. ”
Alabama Projects Approved by the RESTORE Council: