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October 2, 2025

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New! Related Urban And Riviera Beach CRA Celebrate Groundbreaking Of Residences At Marina Village

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On Monday, September 29, at 3 p.m., Related Urban, the affordable housing arm of leading developer Related Group, will join the Riviera Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (RBCRA) to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Residences at Marina Village. Located in the heart of Riviera Beach’s waterfront district, within its developing downtown corridor, the Residences at Marina Village is an eight-story, 149-unit Class-A mixed-income development.

The community is the first of its kind for the city, offering a full spectrum of affordable and workforce apartments as part of a comprehensive mixed-use master plan redevelopment of the Riviera Beach CRA’s most valuable waterfront land, known as the Marina Village Master Plan.

“Residences at Marina Village is a key milestone for Related Urban and for Riviera Beach,” said Albert Milo, Jr., President of Related Urban Development Group. “As our first project in the city, it’s about more than a building – it’s about giving working families a real chance to thrive. Too many households in the area face rising rents, long commutes, and the threat of being priced out. With these high-quality, attainable homes, families can live near their jobs, schools and the heart of the community. We’re proud to help create stability, opportunity and a place people can feel proud to call home.”

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New! Port St. Lucie Buys Land From St. Lucie County School District

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The City of Port St. Lucie has finalized a deal to purchase roughly 111.59 acres of surplus land from the St. Lucie County School District at their Sept. 22 meeting.

The acquisition was approved by the city commission and is aimed at furthering the city’s goals of expanding conservation areas and parks.

The land, which the school district declared surplus after determining it was no longer needed for educational purposes, is located across multiple sites in Port St. Lucie.

One location includes two parcels off Walton Road and Tiffany Avenue, each roughly 20 acres. Another larger parcel, roughly 73 acres, is located off Southbend Boulevard.

Jennifer Davis, Director of the Port St. Lucie Community Redevelopment Agency, described the purchase as a significant opportunity.

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New! Flagler Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Approves Multiple Small Grant Applications

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The Flagler Beach City Commission’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) meeting on September 25, 2025, highlighted a significant step forward in local business engagement with the formation of a new advisory board. The board, informally dubbed “CRAB,” aims to enhance outreach and collaboration with businesses in the CRA District.

City Manager and CRA Director praised the impressive turnout of 20 applicants, a notable achievement for the community. The board will consist of seven members, including five business representatives from the CRA District, one resident from the district, and one resident from the broader city limits. This diverse composition is expected to foster a stronger connection between local businesses and city governance.

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Tampa Bay Lightning Donate $100K to City of Pinellas Park’s New Outdoor Hockey Rink

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The Tampa Bay Lightning today announced plans to re-open an outdoor hockey rink at Sprowls Horizon Sports Park in Pinellas Park. This comes with a $100K grant from the Lightning Foundation.

“The Tampa Bay Lightning and the Lightning Foundation are proud to support the Pinellas Park community through the reopening and enhancement of the outdoor hockey rink,” said Josh Dreith, Director of Community & Hockey Development for the Tampa Bay Lightning. “We look forward to seeing both youth and adults enjoy the game at this vibrant new park.”

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Cocogate Project Could Bring New Mixed-Use Vision to Margate

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A new mixed-use development may be coming to Margate.

During the September 17 meeting, Matthew Scott, a lawyer for White Oak Development Group, LLC, made a presentation to the commission on a development agreement for the Cocogate project.

The property is situated on approximately eight acres, located from 1308 to 1350 State Road 7 in the Margate Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) area. It is identified as a site where redevelopment and reinvestment are encouraged by the city.

An eight-story building with 287 residential units is planned, along with a community pool and other amenities. There would also be additional buildings for retail use.

Forty-one of the residential units would be designated as moderate-income affordable housing units, with 21 of those units to be offered for rent to tenants who qualify as “hometown heroes,” individuals or families where at least one person works as a police officer, first responder, or teacher, according to the representative.

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Fort Myers Takes Steps, Again, to Restore McCollum Hall

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An agency of the city of Fort Myers is taking over the planning for how to re-make the historic McCollum Hall.

The city’s Community Redevelopment Agency, CRA, now has permission to spend money to get help with possible plans. The CRA is the owner of the property, just east of the downtown area. The CRA bought the hall about 17 years ago.

The CRA will spend up to $42,600 to pay a company to pull together ideas, and make architectural designs, for McCollum. City council members and the mayor, sitting as the CRA Board of Directors, Wednesday approved a contract with local firm Parker, Mudgett and Smith. The vote was unanimous.

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Jobs

New! Community Redevelopment Agency Coordinator – City of Eustice

The City of Eustis is seeking a trustworthy, responsible individual who, under general supervision, performs highly specialized and responsible administrative work implementing and managing programs and projects that support the City’s Redevelopment Plan and Economic Development goals. The employee works with considerable independence and is expected to exercise sound judgment and initiative. Work requires the exercise of independent judgment within established policies and procedures. Work is evaluated through oral and written reports, observations, and results obtained.

Closing Date:

October 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM

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City Manager – Lynn Haven, FL

Employment: Full Time, Exempt

Pay: $140,000 or higher depending on education, skills, and experience.

Deadline: Monday, October 13, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. CST.

 

The City of Lynn Haven, Florida, is a thriving and fast-growing community located in the heart of Bay County along the beautiful Emerald Coast. With a population of approximately 20,000 residents, Lynn Haven is recognized for its strong sense of community, family-friendly atmosphere, and commitment to excellence in public service. The City provides a full range of municipal services—including public safety, utilities, parks and recreation, public works, and community development—while fostering a culture of transparency, accountability, and innovation. Guided by a Commission–Manager form of government, Lynn Haven is dedicated to preserving its rich history, supporting sustainable growth, and ensuring a high quality of life for all who live, work, and visit here.

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Assistant Director of Redevelopment, Real Estate & Market Economics – City Of Homestead, CRA

The Assistant Director for Redevelopment, Real Estate & Market Economics plays a key leadership role within the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), overseeing complex redevelopment initiatives, real estate transactions, and market-driven economic strategies. This position is responsible for negotiating development agreements, crafting public-private partnerships, preparing incentive packages, and managing consultant contracts. The Assistant Director provides strategic oversight of redevelopment projects, capital improvements, and economic development initiatives that align with the City’s Master Plan. They serve as the CRA’s liaison with internal departments, development professionals, and the public to advance the agency’s goals in property revitalization, business attraction, and infrastructure investment.



This full-time, in-person role requires strong expertise in real estate development, market analysis, project management, and fiscal oversight. The ideal candidate holds a degree in a related field, possesses at least five years of experience in redevelopment or economic development, and is proficient in pro forma analysis, incentive financing tools (e.g., LIHTC, New Markets Tax Credits, Live Local Act), and capital planning. Strong communication skills are essential for preparing reports, presenting to boards, and representing the CRA in public forums. The role also involves occasional evening and weekend work and is designated as essential personnel.

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RFPs / RFQs / LOIs

New! Location Analytics and Intelligence Services RFP – City of Clearwater

Clearwater is seeking qualified vendors to deliver a cloud-based location analytics and intelligence platform to analyze foot traffic, behavioral trends, and socioeconomic data to better understand and assess the impact of events and tourism, identify economic development opportunities, monitor facility usage, and inform planning and zoning efforts across the city.

Deadline: October 15, 10 AM.

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Call for Artists – City of Bartow CRA

The City of Bartow Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) invites qualified artists to submit proposals for the design and installation of murals on two public restroom exterior walls, as part of the CRA’s ongoing efforts to promote public art and strengthen our community identity. Artists may submit proposals for one or both projects, which will transform two ordinary spaces into vibrant landmarks for the City of Bartow and CRA District. The CRA reserves the right to approve all artwork displayed in the public realm for community standards.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain visibility, contribute to community beautification, and engage with fellow creatives for three unique murals in the public realm.

Submission Deadline: 10/31/2025

Artist Selection Announced: 12/3/2025

Contract Finalization: 1/30/26

Project Completion: 3/18/2026

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