Florida Redevelopment Association https://redevelopment.net/ Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:39:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 Daytona Beach Set to Hear Presentation on Campbell Hotel as Residents Push for Preservation https://redevelopment.net/2026/06/daytona-beach-set-to-hear-presentation-on-campbell-hotel-as-residents-push-for-preservation/ Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:39:40 +0000 https://redevelopment.net/?p=27320 Before the end of segregation, the Campbell Hotel was one of the only places Black people could check into in Daytona Beach. Condemned in 2023, its fate has remained uncertain, but the community is pushing hard to see it restored. Many residents want to see the hotel repurposed in a way that breathes new life…

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]]> Weekly FRA Newsletter: June 4, 2026 https://redevelopment.net/2026/06/weekly-fra-newsletter-june-4-2026/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:38:31 +0000 https://redevelopment.net/?p=27315 ✨ FRA Newsletter Highlights | June 4, 2026 🏆 FRA Awards Program The deadline to submit entries for the Roy F. Kenzie Awards has been extended to Monday, June 8. Don’t miss the opportunity to showcase innovative redevelopment projects and community successes from across Florida. 🎓 CRA Board Training Upcoming sessions: • June 11 –…

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]]> Parramore is Getting Free Public Bike Repair Stations https://redevelopment.net/2026/06/parramore-is-getting-free-public-bike-repair-stations/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:28:19 +0000 https://redevelopment.net/?p=27310 Parramore Main Street, the City of Orlando, and Commissioner Shan Rose are celebrating the installation of new public bike repair stations in the neighborhood with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, May 29, at 11 a.m. at Z.L. Riley Park. The stations are located at three spots: Z.L. Riley Park, Callahan Neighborhood Center, and the John…

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]]> Palmetto Pours Millions into Downtown Redevelopment Projects Aimed at Transforming City into a Destination https://redevelopment.net/2026/06/palmetto-pours-millions-into-downtown-redevelopment-projects-aimed-at-transforming-city-into-a-destination-2/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:26:46 +0000 https://redevelopment.net/?p=27308 With major public and private investments underway, officials are working to turn Manatee County’s oldest city into a destination of its own, one that balances growth, tourism, and redevelopment with the charm of its historic roots. The Palmetto Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is leading several projects designed to improve the downtown area and waterfront while…

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]]> McCollum Hall Concept Gets OK, Includes Restaurant, Music Venue, Business Center https://redevelopment.net/2026/06/mccollum-hall-concept-gets-ok-includes-restaurant-music-venue-business-center/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:24:49 +0000 https://redevelopment.net/?p=27306 The newest plans to revive historic McCollum Hall near downtown Fort Myers include a restaurant, music venue and business center. Community Redevelopment Agency commissioners approved the concept during its Wednesday meeting. Jeffrey Mudgett, one of the partners of Parker Mudgett Smith Architects, presented the plan to the Mayor and City Council members acting as CRA…

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]]> New Pompano Beach City Hall Design Wins AAC, Planning Board Approval https://redevelopment.net/2026/06/new-pompano-beach-city-hall-design-wins-aac-planning-board-approval/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:21:56 +0000 https://redevelopment.net/?p=27304 The proposed design for Pompano Beach’s new City Hall and parking garage has cleared two city review boards, moving the downtown civic project forward while drawing sharp criticism from some residents online. The new City Hall design received approval from the Architectural Appearance Committee on May 5 and from the Planning & Zoning Board on…

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]]> Agreement Reached for Redevelopment of Walesbilt Hotel, Will Become Marriott https://redevelopment.net/2026/06/agreement-reached-for-redevelopment-of-walesbilt-hotel-will-become-marriott/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:20:00 +0000 https://redevelopment.net/?p=27302 Restoration St. Louis and the Lake Wales CRA have reached a preliminary agreement that will lead to the redevelopment of the Walesbilt Hotel. The agreement will be considered at Tuesday’s meeting of the CRA board. Redevelopment of the historic building, which was under construction 100 years ago, has been high on a list of goals…

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]]> Part of Aging Coral Springs Shopping Center Set for Demolition as City Village Project Moves Forward https://redevelopment.net/2026/06/part-of-aging-coral-springs-shopping-center-set-for-demolition-as-city-village-project-moves-forward/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:18:09 +0000 https://redevelopment.net/?p=27300 Part of the aging shopping center at the northwest corner of University Drive and Sample Road in Coral Springs is expected to be demolished as part of the first phase of the City Village redevelopment project, which is slated to begin construction later this year. According to a recent update from developer Amera, the building…

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]]> Submit Your Nominations – 2026-2027 FRA Board of Directors https://redevelopment.net/2026/06/jointhefraboard/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:11:11 +0000 https://redevelopment.net/?p=27294   Submit Your Nominations – 2026-2027 FRA Board of Directors Nomination Deadline: JULY 10, 2026 Are you interested in making an impact on your association? Nominations are open for members who want to step forward to put their leadership and knowledge to task by serving on the Florida Redevelopment Association’s Board of Directors. New officers…

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]]> Weekly FRA Newsletter: May 29, 2026 https://redevelopment.net/2026/06/weekly-fra-newsletter-may-29-2026/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:59:10 +0000 https://redevelopment.net/?p=27287 5/29/26 FRA Newsletter Highlights: 🏆 FRA Awards Deadline Extended The deadline to submit entries for the Roy F. Kenzie Awards has been extended to Monday, June 8. Showcase your community’s redevelopment success stories and innovative projects. 🎓 Upcoming CRA Board Training Join FRA for CRA Board Training sessions: 📍 June 11 – Winter Haven 📍…

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