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New! Kissimmee Launches New Grant Program

The City of Kissimmee, in partnership with the Downtown Kissimmee Community Redevelopment Agency (DKCRA), is launching the Residential Property Improvement Program (RPIP), a new grant initiative aimed at supporting residents of single-family or duplex homes within the DKCRA boundaries.

The RPIP provides a 50 percent matching, reimbursable grant up to $5,000 for eligible property improvements. The program’s objective is to promote the preservation and beautification of historic neighborhoods within Downtown Kissimmee.

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New! Florida Property Lands Financing for Rental-to-Condo Conversion

Plantation, Fla.-based Invesca Development and the Gold Coast Florida Regional Center, an EB-5 immigration investing program center, have secured a $55.2 million bridge loan to convert Envy Pompano Beach into condominiums.

The Community Redevelopment Agency’s investments in the city’s downtown helped transform Pompano Beach into a year-round destination with new housing, restaurants and entertainment offerings.

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New! New Museum Space in Cornerstone Development

Next up in plans for new space for the Coral Springs Museum of Art in the Cornerstone development: city officials are considering hiring an architecture firm for $303,040 to handle the museum’s architecture and engineering services.

The museum will go in roughly 8,100-square-feet of storefront space in the development’s north building expected to be completed within the next two years at the corner of Sample Road and University Drive.

In May, the city’s Community Redevelopment Agency agreed to spend $179,300 a year (with a 3 percent escalator each year) for leasing the new space.

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Approval of Bond Health Clinic Grant Could Change Lives in SW Tallahassee

Those plans called for a three-phase exterior and interior renovation that will include a drive-thru pharmacy. Now, the ball is rolling to meet the need for Southwest Neighbors. In the August 22nd City Hall meeting, commissioners approved a grant request of $159,714. The money will allow the Tallahassee Community Redevelopment Agency to help with the exterior portion of the project.

The total cost of a three-phase renovation project for the clinic will be around $865,000.

The city’s grant will allow the Tallahassee Community Redevelopment Agency to help with the exterior portion of the project.

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Enigma Plaza Will Seek City Approval to Restart Work on Temple Terrace Project

The Enigma Plaza development, which has sat mostly dormant for much of the year, is getting close to resubmitting plans for approval in order to complete work on the project.

Enigma, located at 8633 North 56th St. just south of the Winn-Dixie Plaza, is part of the city’s beleaguered downtown area and its Community Redevelopment Area, and is currently under a stop-work order.

Greg Pauley, Temple Terrace business relations manager, told the City Council on Aug. 20 that the developers were in the final stages of getting the resubmitted site plan ready to come before the council.

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Naples Seeks Quick, Green Downtown EV Shuttle Service

To reduce traffic, emissions and parked vehicles, the city of Naples is considering a free electric, micro-transit service to shuttle employees, shoppers and tourists to the downtown Community Redevelopment District.

The seven-member Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board voted unanimously Aug. 26 to ask city staff to seek proposals for a fixed-route pilot program with a mobile app to cover public garages, parks, Naples Depot, City Hall, Fifth Avenue South, Naples Design District, Gulfview Middle School, NCH Baker Hospital, businesses and residential areas near the route. The CRAAB eliminated a Baker Park stop due to traffic delays but also recommended considering proposals for an on-demand service.

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New! 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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New! 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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CRA & Economic Development Manager – City of Newberry

This is a hybrid-eligible position; remote work of up to 50% is acceptable.

The CRA & Economic Development Manager coordinates, directs, and implements programs and projects that support the City of Newberry’s economic growth and redevelopment objectives. This strategic role involves robust project management, business recruitment and retention, and community engagement to foster economic development and revitalization, particularly within the City’s Community Redevelopment Area (CRA). The successful candidate will work under the direction of the Assistant City Manager and play a pivotal role in enhancing the City’s economic landscape.

Job closes on 9/13/2024

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Urban and Community Design, Infill Conceptual Planning - Professional Services (CCNA)

In accordance with the State of Florida Consultant’s Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA), F.S. 287.055, the City of Lakeland’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is requesting the submittal of statements of qualification from interested planning, design and real estate development professionals or firms to provide any or all of the following services for the City of Lakeland and/or the Lakeland Community Redevelopment Agency on a continuing contract basis.

Preparation of site-specific design concepts
Analysis of market feasibility
Planning of site feasibility (land use and urban design/site planning)
Preparation of economic development reports and recommendations
Preparation of due diligence reports
Evaluation of economic impact of infill redevelopment projects
Development of commercial façade architectural, site layout and landscape architectural design
Creation of databases with economic and/or census‐based data to enable thematic mapping
Visual Imaging, Multi‐Media and Graphic Design to assist in conveying project outcomes

RFQ questions deadline:

September 9, 2024, 5:00pm

RFQ proposal due date:

September 16, 2024, 3:30pm

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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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