Weekly FRA Newsletter: May 14, 2026

5/14/26 FRA Newsletter Highlights: πŸ† FRA Awards Program – Now OpenSubmit your projects for the Roy F. Kenzie Awards, recognizing innovation and impact in redevelopment πŸ’» FRA Webinar – CRA Do’s and Don’tsMay 29, 2026Presented by Cliff Shepard covering legal pitfalls, governance issues, TIF usage, and CRA compliance best practices πŸ“š CRA Board Training (2…

Weekly FRA Newsletter: May 7, 2026

5/7/26 FRA Newsletter Highlights: πŸ† FRA Awards Program – Now Open Submit your projects for the Roy F. Kenzie Awards, recognizing innovation and impact in redevelopment πŸ“š CRA Board Training (2 Sessions) June 11 | Winter Haven June 12 | Panama City Training for elected officials, board members, and volunteers on CRA governance, legal, and…

Weekly FRA Newsletter: April 9, 2026

✨ FRA Weekly Update | April 9, 2026 πŸ† FRA Awards ProgramRecognizing the best in redevelopment across Florida β€” now accepting applications across 9 categories celebrating innovation and community impact. Apply today! πŸŽ“ CRA Board TrainingπŸ—“ June 12, 2026 | Panama CityDesigned for elected officials, board members, and CRA leaders looking for practical, real-world guidance…

Weekly FRA Newsletter: April 2, 2026

4/2/26 FRA Newsletter Highlights: πŸ“š CRA Board Training June 12, 2026 | Panama City Training for elected and appointed officials, volunteers, and advisory board members focused on CRA governance, legal guidance, administration, and policy best practices πŸ‘₯ FRA Member Spotlight Opportunity Members can submit a “Why Join the FRA” quote plus headshot to Merrily Bennett…

Weekly FRA Newsletter: March 26, 2026

3/26/26 FRA Newsletter Highlights: πŸ“š CRA Board Training June 12, 2026 | Panama City Training for elected and appointed officials, volunteers, and advisory board members focused on CRA governance, legal guidance, administration, and policy best practices πŸ‘₯ FRA Member Spotlight Opportunity Members can submit a “Why Join the FRA” quote plus headshot to Merrily Bennett…

Weekly FRA Newsletter: March 19, 2026

3/19/26 FRA Newsletter Highlights: πŸ“’ Call for Sessions – 2026 FRA Annual ConferenceDeadline extended to Friday, March 20, 2026Conference dates: October 20-23 | Sunseeker Resort, Charlotte Harbor πŸ“š CRA Board TrainingSign up now πŸ‘₯ FRA Member Spotlight OpportunityMembers can submit a “Why Join the FRA” quote plus headshot to Merrily Bennett πŸŽ“ FRA Academy Elective…

Weekly FRA Newsletter: March 12, 2026

3/12/26 FRA Newsletter Highlights: πŸ“’ Call for Sessions – 2026 FRA Annual ConferenceSubmit your ideas for speakers & topics by March 13, 2026Conference dates: October 20-23 | Sunseeker Resort, Charlotte Harbor πŸŽ“ FRA Academy – Budgeting, Funding & ReportingMarch 27 | OrlandoCore course covering budgeting, TIF, grants, cost sharing, PPPs, and CRA reporting requirements βœ‹…

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Weekly FRA Newsletter: March 5, 2026

Your Weekly FRA Update – March 5, 2026 πŸ“° 🎀 Call for Sessions Now Open! The 2026 FRA Annual Conference takes place October 20–23 at Sunseeker Resort. Share your ideas for speakers and topics including Affordable Housing, Capital Stacking, Live Local implementation, Mobility, CRA extensions, Housing Rehabilitation, Community Policing & more. πŸ—“ Submit by March…

Weekly FRA Newsletter: February 26, 2026

2/26/26 FRA Newsletter Highlights: πŸ“’ Call for Sessions – 2026 FRA Annual ConferenceSubmit your speaker & topic ideas by March 13, 2026(Conference: Oct. 20–23 | Sunseeker Resort) πŸŽ“ FRA Academy – Budgeting, Funding & ReportingMarch 6 | Orlando(Core course covering TIF, grants, PPPs, cost sharing, developer contributions & CRA reporting requirements) πŸ† 2025 FRA Award…