The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) has installed new Bigbelly trash compactors in walkable locations along SE 47th Terrace and Cape Coral Parkway. Each compactor features patriotic artwork on its sides. This artwork will be rotated throughout the year, transforming the compactors into dynamic public art pieces that celebrate our City. These solar-powered compactors…
A new marine science center is coming to the city of Deerfield Beach through a partnership with the Museum of Discovery and Science. Exhibits and activities embody the theme “Seagrass to Sawgrass,” which explores the interconnected ecosystems of Florida. The city’s Community Redevelopment Agency will fund and design the project, while the Museum will consult…
A significant discussion unfolded during the City of Panama City’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) virtual workshop on July 16, 2025, focusing on the future of a proposed grocery store project at the intersection of MLK and Fifteenth Street. The meeting highlighted the need for clarity in financial planning and community engagement as the city navigates…
The Coral Springs Community Redevelopment Agency is taking up two requests for grants during its next meeting from downtown businesses to help them pay for renovations. The agency board is scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m. on Monday in the Sawgrass Room at city hall and consider a request from Paris Baguette and Sakara Beauty…
The Apopka Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Board has approved the framework of its façade grant repair program, which aims to help homeowners struggling to afford necessary home repairs upgrade their properties’ exterior. The city plans to launch the program Aug. 1, aiming to address code compliance issues and eventually raise property values in the CRA…
The North Miami Community Redevelopment Agency (NMCRA) has approved a $300,000 grant to support a major renovation of Jimmy’s Diner, a beloved neighborhood staple with roots dating back nearly 60 years. The Commercial Rehabilitation Grant, approved unanimously during the April 22, 2025, CRA Board Meeting, will help fund a $502,017 upgrade project for the diner,…
In a recent meeting of the Bradenton Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), officials discussed the establishment of sinking funds aimed at ensuring the long-term maintenance of redevelopment projects. This initiative is crucial as it addresses a common challenge in urban development: the sustainability of improvements once initial funding has been exhausted. The CRA’s plan involves creating…
The city of Kissimmee and Kissimmee’s City Hall are being recognized for overall city beautification projects to the downtown area. This week, they were presented with the 2025 Downtown Beautification and Innovation Award. City leaders say a huge factor in receiving this recognition was the addition of roughly 30 murals to Kissimmee and its downtown…
PulteGroup, one of the nation’s largest home builders, in partnership with the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), will officially break ground on July 17 on The Cottage District, a standalone workforce housing initiative located within the City of Boynton Beach’s “Heart of Boynton District” close to downtown. The community will feature 41 single-family homes…
The Margate Community Redevelopment Agency recently completed the purchase of a parcel of land at 1100 State Road 7 for $3.8 million. It was announced at the July 8 meeting that the CRA had closed on the property that contains the Country Haven Motel. The structure is now vacant and awaiting demolition. Mayor Arlene Schwartz…
The Long Meeting Short segment with City Clerk Vanessa Joseph, Esq. on July 8, 2025, provided a comprehensive overview of the recent meetings held by the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) board and the city council of North Miami. The CRA board initiated the session by approving a $200,000 business attraction expansion and rehabilitation grant for…
The Orlando City Council has approved À La Cart to oversee the operations of Art², a new park opening this fall at the corner of Orange Avenue and Robinson Street. Art² aims to serve as an innovative public space that encourages community connection and engagement. The park will include rotating food vendors, a craft beverage…