Tallahassee CRA Board Members and staff were delighted to attend the YouRx Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting that took place on November 12, 2025. As part of Bond Community Health Center’s mission, YouRx Pharmacy will offer compassionate, community-centered care and help…
A presentation of a retail recruitment strategy given at Wednesday’s Apopka Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Board meeting pinpointed a $235 million opportunity gap in the city’s trade area. Garet Smitherman, portfolio director for Retail Strategies LLC, gave data on demographics, retail gaps, and peer analysis, identifying the need for more grocery stores and full-service restaurants. The city hired Retail Strategies LLC for $40,000 to provide retail recruitment services…
The keys are ready for people to move into their new homes at Latimer Crossing, a 92-unit mixed-income housing development at 3261 Cleveland Avenue. It offers first priority to people displaced from the now-demolished Southward Village. Fort Myers Community Correspondent Miyoshi Price has been following this federal grant project for months as it transforms distressed…
When it comes to fitness, it all starts with a strong core. The Lakeland Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is following that strategy with its Restore the Core initiative, which it calls “a commitment to restore, reinvest in, and re-energize the heart of our community.” Through Restore the Core, the CRA will use feedback from Lakelanders to update…
The Fort Myers City Council on Nov. 3 approved an interlocal agreement with Lee County to continue operating the free seasonal trolley routes serving the downtown River District. Routes 500 and 505 will run from Nov. 20 through April 22, 2026. The total cost of $711,867 will be funded by a $355,933 Florida Department of…
The Ocala City Council will review a nearly $3 million incentive package for the revitalization of the Hotel Marion property in downtown Ocala, including the waiver of building permits and impact fees, the donation of a $1.25 million parking lot, and the payment of a $650,000 grant over five years. During its regular meeting on…
After a 3-year-long battle over who would operate the historic Sunset Lounge in West Palm Beach, the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is now in charge after it decided not to negotiate any longer with Vita Lounge, and the venue is set to finally open next week. A spokesperson with the City of West Palm Beach…
Newsletter highlights: 2025 FRA Annual Conference highlights Redevelopment FRA Member News clips from: Tallahassee CRA, Fort Myers CRA, West Palm Beach CRA, Tampa CRA, City of Kissimmee, Clearwater CRA Job listings: City Manager – City of Avon Park, Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) and Economic Development Coordinator – Pinellas County, Assistant Director of Community Development Services…
Salary $67,087.11 – $100,630.67 Annually Location City of Winter Park Job Type Full-Time Job Number 202200585 Department COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT Opening Date 11/05/2025 Closing Date 12/5/2025 4:00 PM Eastern This position typically pays between ($67,087.11-$100,630.67) based on experience. GENERAL PURPOSE: This position is responsible for providing project management services for the City of Winter Park and…
Newsletter highlights: We want your feedback! Submit your 2025 FRA Annual Conference session and conference evaluations Redevelopment FRA Member News clips from: Tampa CRA, City of Kissimmee, Fort Myers CRA, Tallahassee CRA, Miami CRA Job listings: Assistant Director of Community Development Services – City of Wilton Manors, City Manager – City of Avon Park, Community…
Lakeland’s Community Redevelopment Agency is inviting residents to an open house on Thursday, Nov. 6, to help revamp its visions for Downtown, Midtown and Dixieland. “Restore the Core” is a yearlong project to modernize the plans that guide investment in Lakeland’s three redevelopment districts. When: 6 to 9 p.m. Where: RP Funding Center, Lake Hollingsworth Room (near Entrance 2),…
The City of Kissimmee announced late last week it has expanded its Residential Property Improvement Program (RPIP) to include the Vine Street Community Redevelopment Agency (VSCRA) and updated it for the Downtown Community Redevelopment Agency (DKCRA), enhancing support for local homeowners. Additionally, a Department of Justice grant will provide $750,000 to fund six new sworn…