Sheldon Gardner St. Augustine Record Feb. 6, 2018 St. Augustine and St. Augustine Beach officials have taken a stance on a number of topics at the state level, and St. Augustine officials traveled to Tallahassee to fight for, and against, several new proposals last week. The visit last week by City Manager John Regan and…
Gabe Grass Tallahassee Democrat Feb. 7, 2018 Supporting local growth from within communities is the formula for success, and community redevelopment agencies are a key part of this equation. Unfortunately, the Florida Legislature is seeking to impose an exhaustive list of regulations that will prevent CRAs from effectively rehabilitating the communities they serve. CRAs breathe new…
Michael Volk Gainesville Sun Feb. 6, 2018 As a resident of Gainesville, I have witnessed firsthand the encouraging impact and positive effects resulting from projects spearheaded by Gainesville’s community redevelopment agency (CRA). Newly renovated areas — such as Depot Park, Bo Diddley Plaza and the Helyx Bridge — have attracted significantly more residents, tourists and…
North Miami Beach, FL – City of North Miami Beach officials have improved the zoning districts, making it easier for investors to open and operate a microbrewery, distillery or winery in the Redevelopment Area, also known as the “Brewery District.” A microbrewery can now conceivably operate in a shopping center, regular commercial structure or on…
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…
Jared Beck Naples Daily News Jan. 31, 2018 Traveling through the state, I am reminded of how many of our communities have been transformed from once-derelict and underused areas of neglect to thriving centers of business, tourism and community. Miami Beach’s Lincoln Road, Fort Lauderdale’s A1A and Tampa’s Channel District are just a few examples.…
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 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,…
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…