Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 163.380(3)(a), Florida Statutes, that the City of Homestead Community Redevelopment Agency (“CRA”) is the owner of and intends to dispose of an interest through a long term lease or potential sale in 3 contiguous parcels located at 204, 220 and 230 N Krome Avenue, Homestead, Florida, 33030 respectively…
Families in Apopka are seeing major home improvements thanks to the city’s Community Redevelopment Agency Residential Renovation Assistance Program, which invested nearly $1 million to help homeowners with critical exterior repairs. Eligible residents received up to $30,000 for upgrades such as new roofs, windows, driveway repairs, porch improvements and ADA modifications. In total, the program…
A proposed mixed-use development at the former Ocean Optics site on Main Street in Dunedin won unanimous approval from the Local Planning Agency on Jan. 14, drawing praise from residents and city officials who called it transformational for downtown. Main Street Exchange, planned for the corner of Main Street and Douglas Avenue, would feature an…
The City of Cocoa, in partnership with Lennar Homes, officially broke ground on January 16, on a new workforce housing development in the Michael C. Blake Subdivision. The project follows the approval of a development agreement with Lennar Homes to construct 32 workforce housing units, expanding access to affordable homeownership opportunities for very low, low, and…
The Arcadian, a transformational mixed-use development in Fort Lauderdale’s Sistrunk District, officially celebrated its grand opening today with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and time capsule installation. The event marked a significant milestone in the neighborhood’s revitalization and the city’s commitment to attainable housing and economic development. “The completion of The Arcadian confirms the city’s commitment to…
A new photography exhibition spotlighting Overtown’s rich Black history has opened at the newly restored Lawson E. Thomas Building, offering the public a rare visual journey into one of Miami’s most influential communities. Timed to coincide with Black History Month, Sepia Vernacular: Overtown’s Photographic Journey, 1920–1950 is presented by the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency (SEOPW…
Robert Terrell has witnessed firsthand the evolution of Fort Myers’ historic Dunbar neighborhood—from a once-thriving, self-sufficient community to a place he now hopes is on the cusp of renewal. The 66-year-old lifelong resident fondly recalls growing up in the historically Black neighborhood during the 1960s and 70s, when Dunbar was filled with local businesses, restaurants,…
New details on the Tampa Bay Rays’ stadium plans are expected this week, with a possible meeting Tuesday between Gov. Ron DeSantis and MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred as talks focus on Hillsborough College’s Dale Mabry campus. Two weeks ago, the Hillsborough College Board approved an agreement with the Rays to redevelop the 113-acre site, including…
Fort Myers city leaders are considering a proposal to install new lighting and design enhancements underneath the Caloosahatchee Bridge. The goal is to transform the underpass into a safer, more welcoming area for pedestrians and cyclists. The project is being advanced by the Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency. Officials said the Caloosahatchee Bridge also serves…
1/29/26 FRA Newsletter Highlights: FRA Academy – CRA 101 on February 20 FRA Award Showcase: City of Fort Walton Beach CRA Redevelopment FRA Member News clips from: Apopka CRA, Tarpon Springs CRA, Winter Park CRA, Boynton Beach CRA, Sebring CRA, Margate CRA, City of New Port Richey CRA and more linked articles Job listings: Principal…
Families in Apopka are seeing major improvements to their homes, thanks to a residential renovation assistance program The city’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) invested nearly $1 million to help eligible homeowners with critical repairs and upgrades. For Apopka homeowner Tim Williams, the need for repairs was clear from the start. “I knew it was an…
The Jacksonville Beach Public Art Advisory Committee (PAAC) is inviting local Beaches-area artists to submit proposals for murals on six new dumpster enclosures in Jacksonville Beach. The goal is to enhance the urban landscape with fun, vibrant artwork inspired by beach life. Key Details: Artists Selected: 6 total (each artist will paint one dumpster enclosure)…