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October 10, 2024

To Our Florida Communities,

The Florida Redevelopment Association stands with you as we recover from Hurricane Milton. We understand the challenges that storms like this bring, and we urge all of our communities to take every necessary precaution to ensure your safety and the safety of your loved ones.

Please follow official guidance, stay informed, and prioritize your well-being. Together, we are resilient, and we will get through this storm recovery stronger than ever.

Sincerely,

The Florida Redevelopment Association

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New! Fort Myers CRA Discusses Downtown Expansion

On Wednesday, the Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency discussed an expansion of the area they oversee.

They want to add 505 acres to their already existing 540 acres of coverage, including the Altamont Park neighborhood, parts of midtown, Central South and a portion of Dean Park.

The Community Redevelopment Agency board said people should get excited. This plan, which has not been approved yet, shows that residents will see an expansion of downtown.

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New! Margate Advances City Center Redevelopment, Shortlists 4 Developers

Progress is beginning to move forward on the City Center redevelopment project.

The board agreed to a shortlist of potential developers during the September 30 Margate Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) meeting.

The development companies under consideration include Brookfield Properties, Michaels, Related Group and Kenco Communities. Board members, who are also the Margate commission, discussed the companies and what they could offer the city.

Margate leaders want to create a mixed-use development on the 50-acre area at the corner of Margate Blvd and State Road 7. It will be a new downtown that will attract new residents and be a destination with restaurants and stores.

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New! Downtown Conversion: Art Deco Bank to Italian-Style Steakhouse - Lakeland CRA

A former CEO of the Shula Restaurant Group plans to convert the historic Florida National Bank building in downtown Lakeland into Prima 135, an upscale steakhouse. To help make the plan a reality, the building’s owner is seeking $195,000 in incentives from the Lakeland Community Redevelopment Agency.

Prima 135 is envisioned as an elegant establishment that “will fill a niche in the market for a higher-end steakhouse with an Italian flair,” according to Bill Freeman, the entrepreneur behind the project. He says he hopes Prima 135 can open by the end of next year.

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Deerfield Beach Receives $3.3M Grant for Sawgrass to Seagrass Center at Sullivan Park

On September 21, 2024, the City of Deerfield Beach Community Redevelopment Agency, broke ground on the 8.1 million dollar Capital Redevelopment Project, the Sawgrass to Seagrass Center at Sullivan Park. This project also received a generous 3.3 million dollar grant from FIND (Florida Inland Navigation District), which will fund a portion of the construction of the marine science museum portion of the center.

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Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts (WMODA) Secures Partnership with Chihuly Studios - Lake Worth CRA

The City of Lake Worth Beach, the Lake Worth Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and the Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts (WMODA) is pleased to announce that a partnership with the Chihuly Studio of Seattle has been reached to bring a permanent art installation and immersive Chihuly experience to WMODA in the City of Lake Worth Beach.

The proposed WMODA Project, currently being considered by the City and CRA, entails the construction of a 33,000-square-foot museum dedicated to the Fired Arts. Through his continued relationship with Dale Chihuly, Arthur Wiener, WMODA’s benefactor, has secured a commitment from the Chihuly Studio to partner with the Museum to create a new cultural experience in Lake Worth Beach that promises to captivate the imagination of residents and visitors alike. As one of only eight other permanent Chihuly exhibitions in the World, WMODA Lake Worth Beach would now enter the realm of being an international destination for lovers of the fired arts and Chihuly in particular.

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New Cornerstone Apartment Complex Is 85 Percent Occupied - Coral Springs CRA

Modera Coral Springs, the new apartment complex at the Cornerstone development, is nearing full occupancy.

“The apartments are 85 percent occupied, which is great,” Kristi Bartlett, economic development director for the city of Coral Springs, said at last week’s Coral Springs Community Redevelopment Agency meeting.

She was referring to the complex’s south tower at the southwest corner of University Drive and Sample Road, which has 351 apartments.

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New! Executive Director – Riviera Beach Community Redevelopment Agency

The City of Riviera Beach, Florida, is seeking an innovative and highly collaborative leader for its Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA).

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in urban planning, public administration, business, economics, or closely related field.

Master’s Degree preferred.

Compensation

Salary range $180,000 – $230,000 DOQ

Application Process:

Interested candidates should apply online at www.GovHRjobs.com with a cover letter, resume and contact information for five professional references by November 1.

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Community Redevelopment Agency Director - City of Tampa

Recruitment #240920-900955-001

Department Community Redevelopment

Salary $63.23 – $99.19/hour; $10,959.87 – $17,192.93/month; $131,518.40 – $206,315.20/year

Employment Type Full-Time

Apply by 11/1/2024

NATURE OF WORK

The employee in this class performs work that will focus on oversight of the City of Tampa’s eight Community Redevelopment Areas (CRAs) which includes a wide variety of redevelopment and economic development activities such as fiscal operations, policy development, capital project administration, Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) program management, redevelopment plan implementation, and property

acquisition.

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Principal Planner (Public Housing & Community Development) – Miami Dade County

Principal Planner (Public Housing & Community Development) Job# 88864

$72,636.74 – $126,827.09

Job Closes on 10/13/24

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in planning and two years of planning experience; Bachelor’s degree in planning and four years of planning experience; or Bachelor’s degree in a planning-related field and five years of planning experience are required. Additional experience in planning may substitute for the required college education on a year-for-year basis. Planning-related fields are geography, architecture, engineering, economics, statistics, sociology, urban studies, computer science, business administration, and public administration.

Recruitment Notes

This is professional planning work carrying out complex planning projects or studies and community development strategies, projects or programs in Miami-Dade County’s Public Housing and Community Development (PHCD) Department.

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Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Specialist

Working with Pinellas County’s Lealman Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) in Pinellas County, FL

Closing date: 10/11/24

Are you passionate about community revitalization and eager to make a tangible impact? Join us as a Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Specialist for the Lealman CRA, where you’ll play a crucial role in transforming our community. As part of our dynamic team, you’ll work under the guidance of the Assistant to the County Administration, driving our mission to revitalize the Lealman area in Pinellas County, Florida.

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Director of Housing and Community Development - Pinellas County

Director of Housing and Community Development – Pinellas County

Location: 310 Court St., Clearwater, FL

Salary Range: $122,428.80 – $191,089.60 (We anticipate hiring near the midpoint.)

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 am to 5 pm

Join us as the Director of Housing and Community Development and play a pivotal role in creating vibrant, sustainable communities. We are looking for a dynamic leader to spearhead multi-jurisdictional initiatives focused on housing strategies, land development regulations, and comprehensive plans. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of public and private sector perspectives, ensuring that innovative ideas transform into impactful projects. This role requires visionary leadership, strategic thinking, and a proven track record of navigating complex regulatory environments, fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders and operationalizing planning initiatives. If you are passionate about urban development and have the expertise to drive meaningful change, we invite you to be part of our team.

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CRA Program Coordinator - City of Pensacola

Job Title: CRA Program Coordinator (Community Redevelopment Agency)

Organization: City of Pensacola

Location: 222 W. Main St. Pensacola, Florida 32502

Department: Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

Job Status: Full-Time

Pay Range: $25.17-$41.53 hourly ($52,353.60-$86,382.40 annually) dependent on knowledge and experience

The CRA Program Coordinator is appointed by the City under an Interlocal Agreement with the CRA for administrative services. Work is performed in accordance with pertinent state and municipal laws and ordinances. An employee in this class exercises considerable independent judgment and has latitude in performing duties. General direction is provided by the Assistant CRA Division Manager. Work is evaluated through review of results attained.

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City of Edgewater: Economic/Redevelopment Coordinator

Position Title: Economic/Redevelopment Coordinator

Closing Date: Open until filled

Annual Salary Range:

$48,505.60 – $80,995.20 (110)

General Summary:

The Economic Development/Redevelopment Coordinator is a self-motivated, innovative leader with excellent communication and presentation skills who is willing to occupy a highly visible position in the community, work closely with businesses, community, and developmental interests while maintaining excellent relations with City Council and other members of the municipal team. The Coordinator has managerial competence, maturity of judgment and strong personal leadership as well as the ability to effectively communicate concisely, both orally and written. Must have the ability to present and interact with large general public and private meeting groups.

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Housing and Development Program Manager

City of Pensacola Employment

Department: CRA

Pay Range: $28.28-$46.67 hourly dependent on knowledge and experience

This is an administrative professional position that assists with housing and economic development and community development tasks and projects as assigned, such as project management, marketing of community assets, fostering strategic partnerships, and promotion of the City of Pensacola as a desirable place for development.

This class is responsible for coordinating, promoting, implementing and managing CRA programs, projects and initiatives implemented pursuant to the City’s adopted community redevelopment plans, authorized under Florida Statute, Chapter 163, Part III.

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Midtown District Redevelopment Plan Update – Lakeland CRA

Request For Proposal

Community & Economic Development – CRA

Project ID: 2024-RFP-287

Release Date: Friday, August 16, 2024

Due Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024 3:30 pm

The City of Lakeland is seeking responses from qualified and experienced firms to provide professional services related to the modification of the Lakeland CRA Midtown District Redevelopment Plan which includes an in-depth analysis of existing conditions, performance measures, updated goals and objectives, and a 10-year extension of its existing timeframe past 2031.

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Opportunity for Redevelopment as Part of Public/Private Partnership

The City of St. Cloud (CITY) and the St. Cloud Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) are inviting proposals from qualified and experienced respondents for the purchase/lease and development of a City-owned property as part of a Public & Private Partnership (P3). The parcel, referred to as the “Downtown Site 1”, is prominently located in the downtown area of the City of St. Cloud.

The purpose of the project is to promote revitalization and to serve as a catalyst to stimulate additional development in the City’s downtown area. For more information, click below:

Due date: 10/10/2024

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