Civil Municipal - April 2024

towards wastewater management, a critical component of the city’s infrastructure strategy. He confirms the involvement of the Florida Department of Transportation in the road widening projects, tying it back to the broader theme of coordinated development efforts. The mayor proudly announces constructing a second wastewater treatment facility, a $100 million project that underscores the city’s proactive approach to managing its resources and accommodating its growing population.“It’s about a $100 million investment for the city,” Sheldon states, highlighting the significance of this development in sustaining the city’s expansion. The mayor also underlines the importance of planning and collaboration in these endeavors. Regular meetings with stakeholders ensure a unified approach to development, allowing the city to anticipate and meet its infrastructural needs efficiently. “We meet all the time to sit down and say, okay, what’s next? What’s next from a one-year, five-year, ten-year plan so we can work together,” methods. “We’re going from that old sleepy beach town to a gorgeous beachfront community,” Mayor Sheldon states, illustrating a vision to create a vibrant, accessible, and aesthetically pleasing environment for residents and visitors. NURTURING GROWTH WITH SUSTAINABLE INFRASTRUCTURE Panama City Beach’s push for sustainable infrastructure is central to its rapid development and environmental stewardship. Dan Rowe, president and CEO of Visit Panama City Beach, emphasizes the thoughtful approach to growth led by The St. Joe Company, praising their long-term vision and commitment to preserving natural spaces. “Saint Joe is very good with the long view... a preservation ethic kind of runs through everything they do,” Rowe notes. This strategic planning ensures that as the city expands, it retains the open spaces and natural beauty that define its character. Mayor Sheldon then transitions the discussion www.dewberry.com PEOPLE-FIRST. RELATIONSHIP-FOCUSED. INTELLECTUALLY CURIOUS. PHOTO COURTESY OF CWR CONTRACTING, INC. 158 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 5, ISSUE 04 BUSINESS VIEW AGAZINE VOLUME 11, ISSUE 01