Josh Cockrell Florida Times-Union Jan. 22, 2018 Picture this: A once-vibrant area within a local community overcome with blight and decay. Children no longer able to utilize youth programs. Public parks no longer accessible — even the lighting and infrastructure are considered hazards. Revitalization of these forgotten and neglected areas is made possible through community…
The City of Cocoa is seeking proposals for two recently release development projects. 603 Brevard Avenue, Cocoa Florida The development of this site is expected to serve as a catalyst for redevelopment in the southern portion of Cocoa Village. The proposed project should be attractive, stimulate additional development activity, provide opportunity for new small…
Responsible for planning, organizing and implementing an economic development program to promote the growth and development of the City’s economic base, assist in the retention and expansion of existing businesses and attraction of new enterprises to the City. For additional information regarding the position please visit the City website at www.deerfield-beach.com/jobs.aspx or contact the Department…
Economic Development Coordinator (Full-Time), City of Deerfield Beach, FL Responsible for planning, organizing and implementing an economic development program to promote the growth and development of the City’s economic base, assist in the retention and expansion of existing businesses and attraction of new enterprises to the City. For additional information regarding the position please visit…
The City of Pinellas Park is hiring a CRA Coordinator. Salary $54,632 – $83,130. This position will remain open until January 28, 2018. Summary: Under limited supervision, coordinates the implementation of projects and programs associated with the Community Redevelopment Plan. Assists to varying degrees in policy making, project management, budgeting, planning, and public relations. Acts as liaison…
The City of Fort Walton Beach is seeking proposals from qualified bidders to 1) partner with the City in managing and operating the newly relocated historic Gulfview Hotel building, prominently situated in Downtown Fort Walton Beach. Also, the City is seeking proposals for 2) a long-term lease opportunity of city property, located in the heart…
Business Report of North Central Florida Jan. 11, 2018 While the University of Florida helped put the quaint city of Gainesville on the map back in 1853, modern additions to the city have caught the attention of diverse waves of people beyond students, both prospective residents and tourists alike. With Depot Park, Bo Diddley Plaza,…
Mariel Carbone WCTV Jan. 11, 2018 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV)– Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum spoke out against what he called a “war on cities,” Thursday. Under his campaign, Defend Local Solutions, Gillum and several others spoke out against proposed bills that would preempt local government. Preemption is when a state law blocks local government from passing…
Sarasota Herald-Tribune Editorial Board Sarasota Herald Tribune Jan. 8, 2018 Legislating in a state with 21 million residents is, no doubt, difficult. In light of Florida’s limits on generating tax dollars, senators and representatives often find themselves committing the political equivalent of robbing Peter to pay Paul — raiding so-called trust funds to shore up…
Naples Daily News Editorial Board Naples Daily News Jan. 8, 2018 What do Naples and Miami have in common? What about Duval County (population 925,000), Collier County (population 360,000) and Baker County (population 28,000)? Marco Island and Clewiston? Bonita Springs and Orlando? If you’re struggling for answers, you might want to ask members of the…