The Jacksonville Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Public Art Advisory Committee has announced a mural project that invites local artists to transform city-owned dumpster enclosures into public art installations. This initiative aims to turn everyday infrastructure into vibrant creative expressions, enhancing the character and color of community spaces throughout Jacksonville Beach. Local artists are encouraged to…
The Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (BBCRA) is proud to announce the expansion of a local favorite as Florida Tackle Company officially opens its second location. The community was invited to celebrate this small business milestone with a grand opening and ceremonial ribbon cutting on Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM…
Salary $77,014.82 – $115,522.23 Annually This is a professional planning position that will assist the Principal Planner in the work functions of the Planning and Zoning Division of the Community Development Department. An employee in this classification is responsible for assisting with the collection, compilation, assimilation and presentation of data related to the development of…
1/22/26 FRA Newsletter Highlights: FRA Academy – CRA 101 on February 20 FRA Award Showcase: Omni CRA Redevelopment FRA Member News clips from: Sebring CRA, Margate CRA, City of New Port Richey CRA, High Springs CRA, and more linked articles Job listings: Principal Site Planner – Palm Beach County Assistant Director – Main Street DeLand…
During the January 14 meeting, the CRA Executive Director, Cale Curtis, announced that the CRA had signed a $200,000 contract with R2R Demolition to demolish the old Country Haven motel, Motion Elevator, a triplex apartment building, and the former Prince of Peace church building. These buildings occupy land within the City Center plan. CRA chair Anthony Caggiano said he…
A Sebring Circle Park Drive property was granted an extension to utilize a $10,000 grant for the renovation of a former pottery shop. At a recent CRA Board meeting Audrey Ausciutto asked for a three-month extension of a Downtown Revitalization Grant saying it shouldn’t take that long as they are coming toward the tale end…
Join Palm Beach County’s Planning, Zoning and Building Department as a Planning Division Principal Site Planner, and help guide the future growth of our community. Key Responsibilities: · Provide leadership and supervision to professional and technical personnel within the Planning Division. · Oversee project assignments and ensure high-quality performance and results. · Assist in administering…
1/15/26 FRA Newsletter Highlights: 2026 FRA Annual Conference Date! FRA Award Showcase: Town of Lake Park CRA Redevelopment FRA Member News clips from: City of New Port Richey CRA, Sebring CRA, High Springs CRA, Fort Myers CRA, Riviera Beach CRA, Lauderdale Lakes CRA, and more linked articles Job listings: Assistant Director – Main Street DeLand…
The city of New Port Richey’s Community Redevelopment Agency is moving forward with plans to encourage the construction of two coastal cottage homes in the Edgewater Gardens subdivision. The city currently owns three lots — which will be converted into two parcels — near the corner of Garden Drive and Edgewater Drive. At the Jan.…
A proposed luxury hotel and apartment complex near the Edison Ford Winter Estates has sparked debate among Fort Myers city council members over zoning changes and development density along the historic McGregor Boulevard corridor. Developer Mark McLaren of KLM Development presented plans for what he calls “River District West” during a city council workshop on…
The project sign went up Monday morning on the vacant lot on North Ridgewood Drive in Sebring where Sadie’s Place will be built and right away a passerby, Debbie McGuire, commented that it looks like the Journal Plaza in Lake Placid. X-Urban Construction co-owner Ken LeBlanc, and his construction manager Joe Martin, erected the sign…
The High Springs Community Redevelopment Agency on Thursday reviewed three business items and explored a new proposal aimed at strengthening the connection between the city’s popular natural springs and its downtown core. During the Dec. 11, 2025, meeting, the CRA heard a presentation outlining a potential free shuttle service that would transport visitors between several…