Brownfields Redevelopment as a Catalyst 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Coquina G This session provides real world examples and advice on using federal, state and local brownfields resources to couple with CRA projects. These support a broad range of projects including mixed-use redevelopment, open/green space and economic development projects. CM 1.0 Moderator: Miles Ballogg,…
Hospitals, Healthcare and Redevelopment 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Coquina F While some healthcare services are being decentralized, hospitals remain visible and important centers of economic development. Members will learn about the forces leading to larger footprints, vacated facilities and strategies for incorporating these in local plans. CM 1.0 Moderator: Owen Beitsch, PhD, Senior…
Exhibit Hall Open 7:00 a.m. 12:45 p.m. Coquina DE
Continental Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall 7:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. Coquina DE Sponsored by GAI Consultants/Community Solutions Group
Reception in the Exhibit Hall 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Coquina Pre-Function North
Reception in the Exhibit Hall 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Coquina DE Sponsored by Related Companies and Burkhardt Construction, Inc. We will provide you with ample sustenance and great opportunities for professional networking! Great partnerships and results come about from a continual exchange of information. Visit the booths you didn’t get to at lunch, and…
Using TIF to Support Post Storm Recovery 4:45 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. Coquina F This session is designed to answer any questions about the many tools that Community Redevelopment Agencies can use to support storm recovery. We will discuss using locally generated funds to address problems faced by our cities, counties and their residents in…
2018 Legislative Outlook for CRAs 3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Coquina F Presiding: Michael Parker, FRA President, Director, Community Housing and Human Services, City of Tallahassee The politics of community redevelopment agencies have kept us very busy over the past year. Notwithstanding proof that they are immensely successful, the debates continue in the legislature. Is…
Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall 3:15 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Coquina DE Sponsored by Terracon Consultants, Inc. Exhibitor door prizes will be drawn during this break. You must be present to win!
Integrating Light Manufacturing 2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. Coquina H New manufacturing in urban areas is adding jobs and tax revenue. Light manufacturers such as ice cream and chocolate makers, custom cabinetry makers and craft beer breweries are attracted by the live, work, play model for neighborhood change. Redevelopment can support the permitting of districts…