The Christmas season officially began on Bridge Street with the Nov. 18 lighting of the city Christmas tree. Prior to the event, the Magic of Manatee chapter of the Sweet Adelines serenaded the crowd with a variety of Christmas songs. They sang, “Holly Jolly Christmas,” “Rocking Around the Christmas Tree” and “We Wish You a…
In nothing less than a transformation, the formerly dreary stretch of Park Avenue west of First Street is swiftly becoming an attractive green oasis intended to help draw pedestrian traffic to the heart of Lake Wales. The three-block-long stretch of the street west of Scenic Highway is the heart of the $20 million investment being…
The Deck the Chairs just gets brighter every year. It’s an annual event held on Jacksonville Beach and it’s going on its 10th year. But some changes might be coming as the Jacksonville Beach City Council has some proposals in place. But the space could change in the coming years. The Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)…
HOUSING REHABILITATION GRANT The commission and the Community Redevelopment Agency also approved unanimously to authorize City Manager Jon C. Williams to execute an agreement with the Black Business Community Development Corporation to provide Housing Rehabilitation Grant Administration and Construction Services in an amount not to exceed $240,000. The proposal is for the benefit and assistance…
The Horizon Group scored a $48 million construction loan for a mixed-use complex in North Miami, Fla., property records show. The financing from Hapoalim Bank will go towards building a seven-story development, called Residences at Nomi. Located at 950 NE 124th Street, the project is set to feature 175 units, including 70 for assisted living, as well as a six-story…
The FRA is proud to share the 2023 Roy F. Kenzie Awards winners who were celebrated at the 2023 Conference and to acknowledge the exceptional accomplishments of city and county organizations and entities from across the state of Florida in the field of redevelopment and community enhancement. Congratulations to the City of Groveland for their FRA…
Main Street is about to get a makeover, as a $45,000 grant from the Florida Department of Commerce will be used to address ideas for improvement of the somewhat blighted areas along the downtown district. Kathie Ebaugh, director of planning for civil engineering and consulting firm JB Pro, told city council members at the Nov.…
New life is being breathed into a significant building in the historic center of Lake Wales after actions taken by the Lake Wales Community Redevelopment Agency on Tuesday. The city commission, sitting as the CRA board, also agreed to a new loan program to help local investors fund the renovation of five downtown retail units. “This is new, this is the first…
Downtown Coral Springs sparkles with holiday magic! Enjoy light displays, a festive market, and the “Magical Memories” parade on Dec 13. Get ready to embrace the joy and festive spirit as the City of Coral Springs completely transforms Downtown Coral Springs into a magical winter wonderland. Thanks to the support of the Community Redevelopment Agency…
From the “LAL Today” article: Q: Since you now live in Atlanta, what keeps you returning to Lakeland? A: My mother still lives here, so I come back to visit her. And opportunity. I see plenty of opportunities to give back to the community that helped raise me. In 2017, I was approached by Lakeland’s Community…
Downtown High Springs was Halloween headquarters this past Saturday, Oct. 28, as people participated in the Fourth Great Pumpkin Decorating Contest, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Santa Fe and the High Springs Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA). The Kiwanis Club and supporting downtown High Springs businesses handed out candy and treats to young trick-or-treaters. The…
The Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency approved a commercial property improvement matching grant in the not-to-exceed amount of $50,000 for Onyx House LLC at 1853 Victoria Ave., in the Altamont Manor neighborhood. Onyx House LLC, owned by Nick Bejelis, will operate a hair salon on the property and use the funds for window replacements, installing…
