Brenda Thrower President-Elect, FRA Board of Directors Economic Development Specialist II, City of Tampa, Ybor City CRA Q: What is your best business advice for a new FRA member? Brenda: “As a new member, I would get involved and take advantage of what the FRA has to offer. I would attend the annual conference, participate…
The Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency and the Fort Myers Police Department unveiled its new Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) as part of its security measures in downtown Fort Myers. The new UTV is assigned to the Fort Myers Police Department in partnership with the Fort Myers Community Development Agency (CRA). Officers will use the UTV…
Whether it’s because of access or the cost, many people have felt the frustration of parking in downtown Orlando. A recent survey from an organization called the City District Main Street found that parking is one of the top-three issues hindering the area’s economic growth. The city said sometime after Memorial Day a new program…
Green Market Winter Season – Running until May 20th, 9 am – 2 pm. Green Market Summer Season: May 27th – July 29th, 9 am to 1 pm. The Delray GreenMarket is a Saturday morning destination. The open-air farmer’s market located on the front lawn of the Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square was…
Construction could start on Hilton Tempo in September 2023. Initially, the venture was supposed to break ground in 2022. Yet, according to FOX 4 Southwest Florida, the Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) pushed it back after the venture switched owners. Before, Marriot would oversee the venture. Now, Hilton does. Upon completion, the eight-story hotel…
The city of Brooksville Community Redevelopment Agency’s Executive Review Committee has awarded a property improvement matching grant. The grant was approved on Jan. 13 for Pastor Christopher Gosselin, Harvest Time Hernando Church, 504 E. Jefferson Street, Brooksville. The grant of $1,100 is to replace an existing sign. All properties located in the Brooksville CRA district…
Bo Leg’s BBQ, a beloved barbecue joint previously located in the heart of North Miami Beach and recognized as one of the best local spots for barbecue, reopened at Skatebird Miami last week. The pandemic and other unforeseen circumstances had forced the family-operated business to shut down for two years. It is now open to…
Front Beach Road is going to look a little different starting in the late summer this year. The Community Redevelopment Agency held its final pre-construction meeting Tuesday. Officials with the city’s CRA say this project is going to improve Front Beach Road. Community members met at Beach city hall, they saw the maps for the…
The University of South Florida’s Access 3D Lab and Advanced Visualization Center are helping bring four murals to life in downtown Clearwater through a new partnership with the city’s Community Redevelopment Agency. A first of its kind for the Tampa Bay region, the ARTours Clearwater mobile application takes users on an interactive tour throughout the city using virtual and augmented realities.…
The City of Clermont has big plans for the 8th Street Park area located on the shores of Lake Minneola. A conceptual design was made available to the public on March 8th at the Clermont City Center. City Manager Brian Bulthuis outlined the concept, which is not yet finalized, that includes seating, picnic areas, restrooms,…
The Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA) has announced the artists selected for this season’s “Art on the Plaza” series: Edison Peñafiel, LIZN’BOW (Liz Ferrer and Bow Ty), Sterling Rook, and Chris Friday. Beginning in March 2023, site-specific works from different artists will be highlighted for three months at a time, engaging and connecting the…
The City of Orlando’s Downtown Development Board/Community Redevelopment Agency has just announced a new “enhanced” Downtown Ambassador Program that includes new training for working with people experiencing homelessness. The Downtown Ambassador Program was launched in 2018 to provide on-the-street service for visitors and residents between the hours of 7 a.m.-11 p.m., in part to help visitors navigate…
