Gov. DeSantis announces finalization of federal grant for new bridge, roadway improvements on Space Coast Photo by FDOT and last updated 2021-02-03 19:58:15-05 MERRITT ISLAND, Fla. (WTXL) â Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced Wednesday the final signing of Florida's $90 million Infrastructure for Rebuilding America Grant. The grant allocates money to help with the rebuilding of the Indian River Bridge and roadway improvements to Space Commerce Way in Merritt Island. The $126 million bridge project includes new high-level fixed bridges that replace the current twin draw bridges that were built in 1964. Bridge enhancements will provide critical support for large vehicles that are necessary for future space launches, said a press release from Gov. DeSantis' office.