New Podcast Episode Now Streaming!

NEW PODCAST EPISODE FEATURING LEGISLATIVE INSIGHTS

The Redevelopment Works podcast is back with a new episode!

Join FRA’s executive director, Amber Hughes and guest speaker, Ryan Matthews as they examine the history of redevelopment, how it has changed our landscape and how it shapes our future.

"Legislative Insights - Past, Present and Future of Florida's CRAs" is the fourth episode of the FRA-produced podcast. This episode will take you on a timeline of Florida's redevelopment journey and leave you with insights and information regarding the upcoming legislative session.

The Redevelopment Works podcast is available for streaming on all major podcast platforms. We also have all episodes embedded on MyFRA.

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2021 ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Save the date for the 2021 FRA Annual Conference!

Set for October 27-29, we are excited to host this year's conference in Fort Myers, at the Luminary Hotel & Co., Autograph Collection.

We are currently in the planning process and more information will be available as we get closer to the event.

Please note, we will be following all necessary protocols to keep our attendees, exhibitors and staff safe. We will keep you updated on any changes to this information and dates.

AWARD SPOTLIGHT:

MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS AND CREATIVE PARTNERSHIPS

Congratulations to the City of Deltona for winning the 2020 Management Programs and Creative Partnerships Award for a large community!

The City of Deltona partnered with the Redevelopment Management Associates, LLC (RMA) to create their project, "Deltona Strategic Economic Development Plan & Implementation." Together they created an economic development plan to introduce a new business park that will provide over 500 full-time jobs.

This partnership took an economic development approach with a real estate-based foundation to develop a plan for an Innovation District, as well as logistics and commerce centers on 240 acres near Central Florida’s transportation corridor.

To learn more about these efforts, please watch the City of Deltona and RMA video by clicking this link or the video icon.

Additional award-winner videos along with the 2020 Best Book can be found here.

THE LATEST RFPS AND RFQS

Request for Letters of Interest - Pinellas Park CRA

The Pinellas Park CRA is soliciting Letters of Interest (LOI) for the redevelopment of 6200 Park Boulevard.

The property was a strategic acquisition made by the CRA for redevelopment purposes. Located in the City’s Medical District and within close proximity to the emerging City Center, the property presents a catalytic development opportunity. Significant public investment is being made by the City and CRA as part of the City Center project. Planned enhancements to the area include major infrastructure improvements and increased amenities. The future use of the property should have features that attract the general public and demonstrate a connection to the City Center.

Read the request here.

JOBS AROUND THE STATE

Assistant Director of Economic Development - City of Oakland Park

The City of Oakland Park is seeking an assistant director of economic development responsible for assisting in all aspects of administration, direction and management of the City’s Community and Economic Development Department’s (CED) Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA). The assistant director performs tasks necessary to keep the operations of the department running smoothly, including resource coordination, scheduling and ensuring compliance with government regulations.

Read the full opening here.

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR REDEVELOPMENT BY:

Visiting our public requests page!

Located on the main FRA website, the RFQ and RFP postings page features the latest requests from members throughout the state.

We have posted several new opportunities in the past week from entities such as the Sebring CRA, the Collier County CRA and the NW 79th Corridor CRA.

Whether you are interested in responding to a request or using them as samples for your own, these listings are a great resource for all!

Click here to view the RFQ/RFP page.

FRA RESOURCES

MyFRA Member-Only Site

February 18, 2021

Thank you for supporting Florida redevelopment!

Have questions or news worth sharing? Email Amber Hughes at ahughes@flcities.com