Good News From Florida’s CRAs

Lake Worth Beach CRA & Riviera Beach CRA Awarded $4,400,000 From the U.S. Dept. of Housing & Urban Development to Address the Housing Crisis

Redevelopment NewsBy FRAstaffJanuary 22, 2025

This week the Lake Worth Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (LWBCRA), along with Riviera Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (RBCRA) were awarded $4,400,000 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help address the housing crisis in Palm Beach County. These competitive funds will assist the CRA Districts in Lake Worth Beach and Riviera…

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Environmental Assessment Planned for Former Bank Building

Redevelopment NewsBy FRAstaffJanuary 19, 2025

An environmental assessment will be conducted on the former Bank of America building in downtown Sebring, which was purchased in June by the Sebring Community Redevelopment Agency. The CRA Board approved the quote from ECS (Engineering Consulting Services, LLC), for $4,375, to perform a pre-renovation asbestos survey, lead paint screening and limited mold assessment to…

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Titusville CRA Set to Discuss Safety, Sustainability, and Space Initiatives

Redevelopment NewsBy FRAstaffJanuary 19, 2025

In Titusville, the CRA will consider approving a proposal for staff to research updated safety cameras for the Welcome Center. The current system, installed in 2016, no longer meets security needs. If approved, staff will explore options for more effective, accessible technology that integrates with the police department’s systems. The agency will also discuss whether…

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Wenner Project Will Add Parking Spaces in Cocoa Village

Redevelopment NewsBy FRAstaffJanuary 19, 2025

A yearlong construction project will add nearly 75 parking spaces to Lee Wenner Park in Cocoa Village, while preserving boat trailer parking for boaters who launch from the park’s ramps. Work started Sept. 9 on the $1.8 million project, which has closed the park, its parking lot, boat ramps and the Captain Ed Lanni T-Dock,…

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Major New Attractions Coming Soon to Florida Aquarium, Busch Gardens, and MOSI

Redevelopment NewsBy FRAstaffJanuary 19, 2025

Tampa is one of the most fun cities in America, and that’s due to its huge theme parks and award-winning family-friendly destinations. In 2025, the Museum of Science and Industry, Florida Aquarium, and Busch Gardens will all debut new attractions and rides. Here’s what to look forward to in the future. Tampa’s Community Redevelopment Agency…

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Tarpon Springs Working on New Branding, With Downtown Focus

Redevelopment NewsBy FRAstaffJanuary 19, 2025

City commissioners on the Tarpon Springs Community Redevelopment Agency approved a measure to develop new branding – highlighting the historic downtown of Tarpon Springs to the Sponge docks. The marketing effort, which is in the early stages, includes everything from social media, banners, to tourism videos. “This is really a testament to our new City…

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Tampa CRA Votes to Provide $10 Million to West Riverwalk Project

Redevelopment NewsBy FRAstaffJanuary 19, 2025

It’s been discussed for years, but a possible new riverwalk extension will be put to a vote on Thursday. The City of Tampa wants to extend the riverwalk along the west side of the Hillsborough River from Kennedy Boulevard North to Rome Avenue, essentially creating another riverwalk on the other side. “It starts where Bayshore…

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Grand Opening Celebration and Ribbon Cutting at Trilogy Fitness

Redevelopment NewsBy FRAstaffJanuary 16, 2025

    The Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (BBCRA) is excited to announce the grand opening and ribbon-cutting celebration for Trilogy Fitness, the newest fitness destination in eastern Boynton Beach. The event will be held on Thursday, January 16, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with the ceremonial ribbon cutting taking place at 6:00…

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City Breaking Ground on Apopka Sports Park

Redevelopment NewsBy FRAstaffJanuary 11, 2025

The new $500,000 Apopka Action Sports Park is an Apopka Community Redevelopment Agency project using tax increment fund (TIF) revenue from the City of Apopka and Orange County Government. The park will include a skate park area for skateboarders and skaters and a pump track area for BMX bikers. “The park will bring an exciting…

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Open for Business: Clearwater CRA Steps Up Downtown Revitalization Efforts

Redevelopment NewsBy FRAstaffJanuary 11, 2025

Businesses that have opened in Clearwater’s Downtown Community Redevelopment Area in 2024 are Olive & Thyme Mediterranean fusion restaurant; Waffle’s Dream; The Nash Keys Dueling Piano Bar; Los Amici Bakery & Pizza; 45 Sports Bar & Lounge LLC; Machi Boba Tea & More; Studio Twelve Eight event space; and Atlantis Art tattoo studio. Like Cleveland…

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Apply Now: Margate’s Property Improvement Program Offers Up to $50K in Renovation Grants

Redevelopment NewsBy FRAstaffJanuary 11, 2025

The City of Margate is now accepting applications for its Property Improvement Program, a grant initiative encouraging property and business owners to restore, renovate, and enhance their properties. The PIP program offers a 50% reimbursement grant of up to $50,000 for commercial and multi-family properties, common areas, and building exteriors owned by condominium or homeowner…

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Pompano’s McNab House Closer to Becoming Restaurant, Gardens

Redevelopment NewsBy FRAstaffJanuary 11, 2025

Rather than bulldoze the two-story masterpiece, the city’s Community Redevelopment Agency offered to foot the estimated $2.7 million bill to save it. The cost includes $448,000 to the house movers, almost $30,000 to the tree mover, as well as architects and the fee to Florida Power & Light to disconnect and reconnect electricity for the…

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