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January 23, 2025

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"The City of Cocoa, in collaboration with Diamond Square CRA, Community Housing Initiative, Inc., and Smith Development and Construction, is spearheading the construction of five affordable single-family homes through a pioneering public-private partnership. This innovative endeavor combines governmental resources, community involvement, and private expertise to address the pressing need for affordable housing. Leveraging funding from multiple sources, including grants and local investments, the project aims to revitalize the community while providing quality, sustainable homes for low-to-moderate-income families. With careful planning, inclusive design, and transparent communication, this partnership embodies a proactive approach towards tackling housing challenges and fostering neighborhood growth and stability."

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New! Gandhi Health & Wellness Announces Grand Opening of Boynton Beach Location 


The Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (BBCRA) is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Gandhi Health & Wellness, a premier healthcare facility specializing in primary care and, functional and longevity medicine. This state-of-the-art clinic offers personalized, cutting-edge care to optimize health, vitality, and well-being for every patient.


Gandhi Health & Wellness invites the community to tour their advanced medical facility during their Open House and Meet & Greet on Friday, January 31, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, at 630 E. Woolbright Road, Units B&C, Boynton Beach, FL 33435.


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New! Lake Worth Beach CRA & Riviera Beach CRA Awarded $4,400,000 From the U.S. Dept. of Housing & Urban Development to Address the Housing Crisis


This week the Lake Worth Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (LWBCRA), along with Riviera Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (RBCRA) were awarded $4,400,000 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help address the housing crisis in Palm Beach County.


These competitive funds will assist the CRA Districts in Lake Worth Beach and Riviera Beach and are provided through HUD’s Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing (PRO Housing) program. The grant is provided to remove barriers to local housing production. This program is meant to cut bureaucratic red tape, build more homes, and lower the costs of developing, renting and/or buying a home.


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Grand Opening Celebration and Ribbon Cutting at Trilogy Fitness


The Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (BBCRA) is excited to announce the grand opening and ribbon-cutting celebration for Trilogy Fitness, the newest fitness destination in eastern Boynton Beach. The event will be held on Thursday, January 16, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with the ceremonial ribbon cutting taking place at 6:00 PM.


Located at 1550 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL, 33435, Trilogy Fitness is kicking off its opening with an exciting celebration that you won’t want to miss! 


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City Breaking Ground on Apopka Sports Park


The new $500,000 Apopka Action Sports Park is an Apopka Community Redevelopment Agency project using tax increment fund (TIF) revenue from the City of Apopka and Orange County Government. The park will include a skate park area for skateboarders and skaters and a pump track area for BMX bikers.


“The park will bring an exciting new amenity to the Apopka community for both the youth and adults to enjoy,” says Parks and Recreation Director Radley Williams. “Bringing a skate park to Apopka is an initiative that has been discussed over many years throughout the Apopka community, and the Parks and Recreation Department is excited to be able to bring this park to life with the funding assistance and support of the Apopka Community Redevelopment Agency, City of Apopka Council, and Orange County Government.”


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Clearwater CRA Steps Up Downtown Revitalization Efforts


Businesses that have opened in Clearwater’s Downtown Community Redevelopment Area in 2024 are Olive & Thyme Mediterranean fusion restaurant; Waffle’s Dream; The Nash Keys Dueling Piano Bar; Los Amici Bakery & Pizza; 45 Sports Bar & Lounge LLC; Machi Boba Tea & More; Studio Twelve Eight event space; and Atlantis Art tattoo studio. Like Cleveland Street Market, they are the type of businesses that city officials hope will bring more people to downtown.


The point person in the effort is Clearwater Community Redevelopment Agency Executive Director Jesus Nino.


“I have been the CRA Executive Director for a year now and during this time we have intensified our efforts to revitalize downtown,” Nino says. “These efforts include recruitment of new businesses and working with existing property owners to assist in expansion needs, providing and extending resources to support their growth.”


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Community Development & Project Manager (City of Winter Park)


Salary: $59,794.38 – $75,101.75 Annually

Location: City of Winter Park

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 202200471

Department: COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT

1/27/2025 4:00 PM Eastern


GENERAL PURPOSE:

This position is responsible for providing project management services for the City of Winter Park and Winter Park Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) including capital project management from inception to completion.


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Planner (Affordable Housing) Tier 3 – Hillsborough County


Planner (Affordable Housing) Tier 3

Tampa, FL, United States

The closing date is 02/17/2025, 11:59 PM.


Job Description

Salary: Min $36.11 -Mid $49.67 – Max $63.23


Job Overview

Researches and analyzes information to write reports supporting the development, evaluation, monitoring and implementation of comprehensive studies, plans, programs, and land development regulations.


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Economic Development Director – The City of New Port Richey


The City of New Port Richey is seeking an energized, experienced economic development professional to serve in a key role on the City’s Leadership Team. New Port Richey is located in Florida’s Central Gulf Coast, approximately thirty miles northwest of Tampa. The Gulf of Mexico coastline borders the west side and the Pithlachascotee River runs through the city. The City has a total area of 4.6 square miles and has approximately 17,000 residents, which makes the City the second largest in Pasco County.


The City has a traditional downtown with interesting businesses, a thriving Community Development Authority and a Main Street Program. The City operates under the Council-Manager form of government and the successful candidate will work closely with the City Manager to assist the City’s existing businesses with retention and growth, recruitment of new businesses, and neighborhood reinvestment strategies.


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Community Redevelopment Agency Director – City of Flagler Beach


Responsible for administration of the City’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), including preparation and submission of State reports; coordination with the CRA Executive Board; collaboration with CRA property owners; and cooperation with other City staff and appropriate boards and committees. Additional responsibilities include economic development, public engagement, special events, and grant writing/review.


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CRA Project Coordinator - City of Palatka


CRA Project Coordinator

City of Palatka

$55,000 Annually

The City of Palatka is seeking a responsible individual to join our team in transforming the CRA districts of Palatka.  


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