CRA Projects

Completed Project and Ongoing Activities

Blight Removal & Beautification Projects

The CRA continues to work on blight removal and beautification projects throughout the District.  Recent projects include maintenance and repairs for the historic Gulfview building, a new dumpster enclosure in the Ferry Drive/Miracle Strip Parkway public parking lot, and installation/financial support for large downtown murals.

Future projects include targeted nuisance abatement/blight structure removal and the expansion of the dumpster enclosure improvement program.

Community Policing support and CPTED projects

The CRA continues to support Community Policing priorities and CPTED projects including the transportation assistance program, CPTED improvements throughout the District to include improvements at Sound Park, Chester Park, and throughout Downtown.  The CPTED incentive program is also available to assist with private property CPTED improvements.

Gulfview/Downtown entrance signage and landscaping

In partnership with a local property owner, the CRA is developing plans for a downtown welcome sign and associated landscape improvements.

Public Parking Lot - 234 Miracle Strip Parkway SE

Located at the corner of Miracle Strip Parkway SE and Perry Avenue SE, the City will enter into a lease agreement with the property owner to create a public parking lot and streetscape improvements for one of the most prominent properties downtown.

CRA Economic Incentive Program

The CRA continues to administer multiple economic incentive grant programs to aid in the redevelopment of properties throughout the District.  More information can be found on the following page:  CRA Economic Incentive Grants