08/12/2024Monday, August 12, 2024
1:00 PM
City of Clearwater
Main Library - Council Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
Main Library - Council Chambers
Community Redevelopment Agency
Meeting Agenda
August 12, 2024Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting Agenda
1. Call To Order
2. Approval of Minutes
2.1 Approve the minutes of the July 15, 2024 CRA meeting as submitted in written
summation by the City Clerk.
3. Citizens to be Heard Regarding Items Not on the Agenda
4. New Business Items
4.1 Approve Third Quarter Budget Amendments to Fiscal Year 2023-2024 North
Greenwood Community Redevelopment Agency Budget and adopt CRA
Resolution 24-01.
4.2 Approve the Third Quarter Budget Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2023-2024
Downtown Community Redevelopment Agency Budget and adopt Resolution
24-02.
4.3 Approve the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 North Greenwood Community
Redevelopment Agency Budget, adopt Resolution # 24-03, and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same.
4.4 Approve the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025 Downtown Clearwater Community
Redevelopment Agency Budget, adopt Resolution 24-04, and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same.
4.5 Discuss revitalization efforts in the Downtown Clearwater Community
Redevelopment Area.
4.6 Approve the Downtown Commercial Grant Program within the Downtown
Clearwater Community Redevelopment Area and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same.
4.7 Move the November 18, 2024 to November 4, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.
5. Director's Report
5.1 July CRA Director’s Report
6. Adjourn
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Cover Memo
City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#24-0815
Agenda Date: 8/12/2024 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: MinutesIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 2.1
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the minutes of the July 15, 2024 CRA meeting as submitted in written summation by
the City Clerk.
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1:00 PM
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Community Redevelopment Agency Draft
Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes July 15, 2024
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Roll Call
Present 5 - Chair Bruce Rector, Trustee Ryan Cotton, Trustee Michael Mannino,
Trustee David Allbritton, and Trustee Lina Teixeira
Also Present: Jennifer Poirrier – City Manager, Michael Delk – Assistant City Manager, David Margolis – City Attorney, Rosemarie Call – City Clerk, Nicole Sprague – Deputy City Clerk, and Jesus Niño – CRA Executive Director
To provide continuity for research, items are listed in agenda order although not
necessarily discussed in that order.
Unapproved
1. Call to Order – Chair Rector
The meeting was called to order at 1:15 p.m. 2. Approval of Minutes
2.1 Approve the minutes of the June 17, 2024 CRA meeting as submitted in written
summation by the City Clerk.
Trustee Cotton moved to approve the minutes of the June 17, 2024
CRA meeting as submitted in written summation by the City Clerk.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
3. Citizens to be Heard Regarding Items Not on the Agenda – None. 4. New Business Items
4.1 Approve the Commercial Grant Program within the North Greenwood Community
Redevelopment Area and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
The purpose of this item is to request approval for the implementation of the
Commercial Grant Program within the North Greenwood Community
Redevelopment Area (NGCRA) and to seek an allocation of $833,472 to fund
this program.
Program Overview:
The Commercial Grant Program is designed to incentivize commercial property
and business owners within the NGCRA to invest in building, structural, and site
improvements. By offering grants of up to $75,000, this program aims to
enhance the visual appeal and functionality of the area, stimulate economic
growth, and create a business-friendly environment.
Key Objectives: Draft
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1. Support CRA Plan Implementation: Facilitate the repair and rehabilitation
of buildings as per the community redevelopment area plan.
2. Promote Commercial Development: Focus on North Martin Luther King
Jr. Avenue, Pinellas Trail, while allowing access to the grant through the
redevelopment area.
3. Reduce Blight: Encourage property improvements and the
establishment of new businesses to reduce blight.
4. Create Value: Promote a welcoming atmosphere for businesses and
residents, improve property values, and increase employment
opportunities.
There will be an applicant match and legacy credit for business owners to be
able to match grant funds by a percentage based on their years of business
ownership, with the potential for a “Legacy Credit” to reduce the match
requirement. There is also a Community Service Credit which will waive up to
50% of the match requirement.
Eligible improvements include:
• Interior: Electrical, plumbing, ADA systems, fire suppression, structural
stabilization, historical restoration, and more.
• Exterior: Wall repairs, roofing, decorative fencing, signage, lighting,
landscaping, and more.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funding for this program is available from the General Fund (GF) contribution
for North Greenwood CRA implementation. A future agenda item will establish
the new North Greenwood CRA Fund budget recognizing the GF contribution
and Fiscal Year 2024 TIF revenues received. As part of this budget, we will
establish all supporting projects for implementation of the CRAs goals.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
2.1 Strengthen public-private initiatives that attract, develop, and retain
diversified business sectors.
2.2 Cultivate a business climate that welcomes entrepreneurship, inspires local
investment, supports Eco-friendly enterprises, and encourages high-quality job
growth. 3.1 Support neighborhood identity through services and programs that empower
community pride and belonging.
3.4 Inspire citizen participation through civic engagement and volunteerism to
build strong, inclusive, and engaged communities.
Trustee Teixeira moved to approve the Commercial Grant Program
within the North Greenwood Community Redevelopment Area and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was
duly seconded and carried unanimously.
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4.2 Approve the Residential Exterior Improvement Grant Program within the North
Greenwood Community Redevelopment Area and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same.
The purpose of this item is to request approval for the Residential Exterior
Improvement Grant Program (Program) aimed at rehabilitating single-family
homes within the North Greenwood Community Redevelopment Area (NGCRA)
and to seek an allocation of $400,000 to fund the Program.
Program Overview:
The Residential Exterior Improvement Grant Program is designed to provide
matching grants of up to $20,000 to homesteaded single-family homeowners in
the NGCRA. The Program focuses on exterior improvements to enhance
neighborhood aesthetics, property conditions, and reduce housing cost burden.
Key Objectives:
1. Improve property aesthetics and conditions.
2. Reduce housing cost burden.
3. Eliminate/reduce slum and blight condition (reduce code enforcement
cases).
4. Foster neighborhood pride and civic identity.
Eligibility and Assistance:
Eligibility is limited to homeowners within the NGCRA with household incomes
at or below 120% of the Area Median Income (AMI). Assistance is provided on a
sliding scale based on income, with a minimum applicant contribution ranging
from 5% to 20%.
Applicant Match:
Applicants are required to match the grant amount based on their income level.
Community service options are available to offset the match requirement. For
those earning 0-50% AMI, the match can be waived at the rate of one hour of
community service per $150 of grant amount. For those earning 51-120% AMI,
up to 50% of the match can be waived similarly.
Eligible Improvements:
Eligible improvements include, but are not limited to, exterior painting, roofing,
windows, doors, landscaping, and structural repairs that enhance the property's
exterior.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funding for this program is available from the General Fund (GF) contribution
for North Greenwood CRA implementation. A future agenda item will establish
the new North Greenwood CRA Fund budget recognizing the GF contribution
and Fiscal Year 2024 TIF revenues received. As part of this budget, we will
establish all supporting projects for implementation of the CRAs goals.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Draft
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2.4 Support equitable housing programs that promote household stability and
reduce the incidence of homelessness within Clearwater.
3.1 Support neighborhood identity through services and programs that empower
community pride and belonging.
In response to a question, Mr. Niño said staff maintains a list of
not-for-profit organizations where individuals could volunteer for
community service credits.
Two individuals spoke in support.
Trustee Allbritton moved to approve the Residential Exterior
Improvement Grant Program within the North Greenwood
Community Redevelopment Area and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
4.3 Amend the North Greenwood Community Redevelopment Area Citizens Advisory
Committee Policy and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
Community Redevelopment Agency staff is recommending approval to amend
the Section 7 of the existing North Greenwood Community Redevelopment Area
(NGCRA) Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) Policy as follows:
7. Initial Terms of CAC Members
To reduce the impact of a complete turnover of members to the CAC,
the initial terms of the members shall be staggered. The following shall
be the initial terms of CAC members:
• Two members shall serve initial terms that expire on September
30, 20242025.
• Two members shall serve initial terms that expire on September
30, 20252026.
• One member shall serve an initial term that expires on
September 30, 20262027.
The amendment will allow new appointed CAC members to serve reasonable
terms.
Trustee Mannino moved to amend the North Greenwood
Community Redevelopment Area Citizens Advisory Committee
Policy and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The Draft
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motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
4.4 Approve a Business Renovation Grant for The Nash Keys located at 520 Cleveland
Street, Captains Lounge located at 522 Cleveland Street, and Prelude Sports Bar
located at 528 Cleveland Street in an amount not to exceed $900,000 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same.
The Clearwater Downtown area is currently experiencing a significant need to
fill vacant units and activate the downtown space to stimulate economic growth
and community engagement. A vibrant downtown is crucial to the overall health
of the City of Clearwater, as it serves as the heart of economic and social
activities, attracting residents, businesses, and tourists. Active downtowns
contribute to the city’s identity, offer diverse amenities, and provide opportunities
for local businesses to thrive.
CRA staff recommends the approval of a $900,000 Business Renovation Grant
for the businesses located at 520, 522, and 528 Cleveland Street. These units
are to house the expansion of The Nash Keys Dueling Piano Bar & Restaurant,
The Captain’s Lounge, and Prelude Sports Bar business developments. The
grant is intended to reimburse eligible construction costs incurred by the
business owner and support future expenses necessary for the completion of
these projects.
The Business Renovation Grant Program is designed to assist business
owners with funding to renovate downtown units. This program aligns with the
Downtown Community Redevelopment Area Plan goals to revitalize downtown
Clearwater by encouraging the establishment of new businesses and improving
existing ones.
The grant will cover eligible expenses retroactive to the issuance date of the
primary construction permits, contingent upon final grant funds being dispersed
after obtaining certificates of occupancy. The grant funds will assist in covering
up to $900,000 of the approximately $1,628,700 of grant eligible construction
expenses from a total project cost of approximately $2,500,000.
Upon approval, CRA staff will work with the owners of The Nash Keys, Captains
Lounge, and Prelude Sports Bar to enter into a grant agreement, that specifies
the terms and conditions for accessing the grant funds in increments. All
necessary construction estimates, budgets, invoices, and requested
documentation must be submitted and reviewed by staff before disbursement of
the funds.
Examples of Eligible Expenses (not limited to the following):
• Interior Improvements: electrical/plumbing upgrades, HVAC systems,
ADA accessibility, structural stabilization, interior walls, paint, and
fixtures, floors, etc.
• Exterior Improvements: repair of exterior walls, exterior painting, signage
and lighting, ADA accessibility, etc. Draft
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APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funding for this grant in the amount of $900,000 is available in R2003-
Economic Development-City.
Three individuals spoke in support.
Trustee Cotton moved to approve a Business Renovation Grant for
The Nash Keys located at 520 Cleveland Street, Captains Lounge
located at 522 Cleveland Street, and Prelude Sports Bar located at
528 Cleveland Street in an amount not to exceed $900,000 and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was
duly seconded and carried unanimously.
5. Director's Report
5.1 Community Redevelopment Agency Director’s Report.
Mr. Niño provided a PowerPoint presentation.
In response to questions, Mr. Niño said staff spoke with two business
owners on the 600-block who are looking to relocate their businesses
after being asked to leave their business locale. Staff is working with the
business owners to help find suitable alternate business locations. He
said the business owners are on month-to-month leases.
Discussion ensued with a suggestion made that a letter be drafted to the
property owners in an effort to determine why businesses are being asked to
vacate.
6. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 1:57 p.m.
Chair Community Redevelopment Agency
Attest
City Clerk Draft
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City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#24-0903
Agenda Date: 8/12/2024 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 4.1
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Third Quarter Budget Amendments to Fiscal Year 2023-2024 North Greenwood Community
Redevelopment Agency Budget and adopt CRA Resolution 24-01.
SUMMARY:
The North Greenwood Community Redevelopment Area was approved May, 2023. The major highlights of
the Third Quarter Budget Amendments are:
REVENUES
$3,000,000 transferred in from the General Fund
$156,641 in Increment Revenue from Pinellas County
$190,848 in Increment Revenue from City of Clearwater
Operating budget for the remainder of FY 23/24 is to assist with the start up of the North Greenwood
Community Advisory Committee. This proposed budget also includes $90,426 in a percentage of salaries
for the CRA Executive Director and CRA staff.
Transfers out designates the funding this fiscal year that will be allocated to fund various Projects in North
Greenwood:
General Fund
·R2401, Residential Improvement Project $500,000 GF
o Residential Exterior Improvement Program
o Hire an organization to implement homeownership education programs
·R2402, Business Improvement Project $1,100,000 GF
o Commercial Enhancement or Recruitment Grant Program
o Pinellas County ED Small Business Technical Assistance
·R2403, Carlton Ave Rehab $500,000 GF
·R2404, Public Infrastructure $700,000 GF
o Curtis Museum
o Lighting along sidewalk and trails
o Shade and amenities to sidewalk and trails
·R2405, Public Art & Culture $200,000 GF
o Memorials
o Public Art
City Increment
·R2406, Housing $76,422
County Increment
·R2407, Housing-County $78,321
·R2408, Mobility-County $78,320
Pinellas County Increment funds are restricted to capital improvements projects specifically outlined in the
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File Number: ID#24-0903
North Greenwood Community Redevelopment Area Plan as Affordable Housing, Mobility, and Economic
Development.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
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2023-2024
Third Quarter
Budget Amendment
Revenues & Transfers In
Tax Increment Financing Revenues
338930 Pinellas County 156,641
381115 City of Clearwater 190,848
388010 General Fund 3,000,000
Total TIF Revenues 3,347,489
Other Revenues
361101 Interest Earnings
Total Revenues & Transfers In 3,347,489
Expenditures & Transfers Out
Operating Expenditures
530100 Professional Services 10,000
541600 Building & Maintenance Variable 1,000
543100 Advertising 2,000
543400 Printing & Binding 3,000
548000 Other Services 1,000
550100 Office Supplies 2,000
550400 Operating Supplies 1,000
557100 Memberships and Subscriptions 2,000
557300 Training and Reference 2,000
Total Operating Expenditures 24,000
Transfers Out
590200 General Fund- Administrative 90,426
590800 Residential Improvement Project-R2401 500,000 1
590800 Business Improvement Program-R2402 1,100,000 1
590800 Cartlton Ave Rehab-R2403 500,000 1
590800 Public Infrastructure-R2404 700,000 1
590800 Public Art & Culture-R2405 200,000 1
590800 Housing-City R2406 76,422 2
590800 Housing- County R2407 78,321 2
590800 Mobility-County R2409 78,320 2
Total Transfers Out 3,323,489
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out 3,347,489
1- To establish the project and create the original
budget funeded with General Fund Revenue.
2- To establish the project and create the original
budget funded with Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Increment
Revenue.
Exhibit A
Community Redevelopment Agency- North Greenwood
Third Quarter Budget Amendments
October 1, 2023- September 30, 2024
Resolution 24-01 NG CRA Third
Quarter Budget Amendments
RESOLUTION NO 24-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA,
ADOPTING THE THIRD QUARTER BUDGET
AMENDMENTS FOR THE NORTH GREENWOOD CRA FY
2023/2024 ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET; PROVIDING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) annual budget
requirements have been clarified and Section 189.016(3), of the Florida Statutes
require that CRA’s adopt their annual budgets by resolution; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA:
Section 1. Adopt the THIRD QUARTER BUDGET AMENDMENTS TO THE FY
2023/2024 NORTH GREENWOOD CRA Operating Budget as outlined on Exhibit
A.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 12th day of August 2024.
____________________________
Bruce Rector
Chairman
Approved as to form: Attest:
__________________________ _____________________________
David Margolis Rosemarie Call
CRA Attorney City Clerk
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City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#24-0905
Agenda Date: 8/12/2024 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 4.2
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the Third Quarter Budget Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Downtown Community
Redevelopment Agency Budget and adopt Resolution 24-02.
SUMMARY:
Clearwater Community Redevelopment Agency is recommending the following Third Quarter Budget
Amendments to the FY 2023-2024 Downtown CRA Budget:
Downtown CRA Operating
·Adjust the budget to reflect the actual expenditures to date.
Downtown CRA Capital Projects
·Create a new project R2501 Bluff Development
·Transfer out $2,250,000 of City TIF from R2003, Economic Development to R2501, Bluff
Redevelopment. This represents $1,500,000 for impact fees, and $750,000 for Gotham development as
outlined in the Development Agreement.
·Increase of $47,881.20 representing $208.20 of City TIF and $47,673 of interest earnings in R2003
Economic Development City.
·Increase of $362,617.26 in TIF revenues transferred as part of prior year end closing in R2003
Economic Development City.
·Transfer out of $2,500,000 City TIF from R2010 Housing City as part of the Gotham Development to
new CIP R2501 Bluff Development.
·Decrease of $3,840.20 of County TIF from R2004 Economic Development County
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
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Resolution 24-02 DT CRA Third
Quarter Budget Amendments
RESOLUTION NO 24-02
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA,
ADOPTING THE THIRD QUARTER BUDGET
AMENDMENTS FOR THE DOWNTOWN CRA FY 2023/2024
ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) annual budget
requirements have been clarified and Section 189.016(3), of the Florida Statutes
require that CRA’s adopt their annual budgets by resolution; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA:
Section 1. Adopt the THIRD QUARTER BUDGET AMENDMENTS TO THE FY
2023/2024 DOWNTOWN CRA Operating Budget as outlined on Exhibit A.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 12th day of August 2024.
____________________________
Bruce Rector
Chairman
Approved as to form: Attest:
__________________________ _____________________________
David Margolis Rosemarie Call
CRA Attorney City Clerk
3rd Quarter
Project Approved Proposed Amended Project Open Available Amend
#Description Budget Amendments Budget To Date Encumber Balance Ref
C2105 Mercado-Downtown Gateway 992,795.00 992,795.00 932,795.00 60,000.00 -
R2001 Community Policing 1,026,896.00 1,026,896.00 947,163.96 79,732.04
R2002 Community Engagement 1,836,551.17 1,836,551.17 1,513,266.67 25,000.00 298,284.50
R2003 Economic Development- City 5,577,461.14 (1,839,501.54) 3,737,959.60 2,329,443.25 182,951.99 1,225,564.36 1, 2,3
R2004 Economic Development- County 2,023,261.85 (3,840.20) 2,019,421.65 1,491,769.91 121,000.00 406,651.74 4
R2005 Infrastructure- City 351,664.32 351,664.32 14,977.56 336,686.76
R2006 Infrastructure- County 2,870,000.00 2,870,000.00 2,369,743.50 500,256.50
R2007 Transportation-City 197,629.00 197,629.00 - 197,629.00
R2008 Transportation- County 1,258,508.03 1,258,508.03 - 1,258,508.03
R2009 Housing- City 2,623,290.00 (2,500,000.00) 123,290.00 - 123,290.00 5
R2010 Housing- County 6,587,510.99 6,587,510.99 501,250.00 2,500,000.00 3,586,260.99
R2501 Bluff Development - 4,750,000.00 4,750,000.00 4,750,000.00 6
Total 25,345,567.50 406,658.26 25,752,225.76 10,100,409.85 2,888,951.99 12,762,863.92
Budget Amendments to Projects
1
2
3
4
5
Community Redevelopment Agency
Capital Improvement Project Fund
Third Quarter Budget Review for Fiscal Year 2023/24
Actual Expenditures
To record a budget increase of $47,881.20 representing $208.20 of City TIF revenue and $47,673 of interest earnings to adjust for actual revenues
received for the year.
To record a budget decrease of $3,840.20 in County TIF revenues.
To recognize a transfer of $2,500,000 City TIF revenues to new project R2501, Bluff Development.
To recognize a transfer out of $2,250,000 of City TIF revenues transferred to new project R2501, Bluff Development. This represents $1,500,000 for
impact fees, and $750,000 for Gotham development as outlined in the development agreement.
To record a budget increase of $362,617.26 in TIF revenues transferred as part of prior year end closing. This will bring the budget in line with the
revenues received.
2023-24 Revenue/3rd Quarter
Approved Expenditures Proposed Amended Amend
Budget To Date Amendments Budget Ref
Revenues & Transfers In
Tax Increment Financing Revenues
338930 Pinellas County Increment 2,581,329 2,577,489 (3,840)$ 2,577,489 1
338935 Downtown Development Board 363,012 363,521 509$ 363,521 1
Total TIF Revenues 2,944,341 2,941,010 (3,331) 2,941,010
Other Revenues
361101 Interest Earnings 265,000 312,673 47,673 312,673 2
Transfers In - -
381115 City of Clearwater Increment 3,150,281 3,150,489 208 3,150,489 1
381782 DDB Administration 84,357 84,357
Total Revenues & Transfers In 6,443,979 6,404,172 44,550 6,488,529
Expenditures & Transfers Out
Operating Expenditures
530100 Professional Services 125,000 47,200 (4,500) 120,500 3
530300 Contractual Services 50,000 14 50,000
540300 Telephone Service Charges - Variable 2,000 2,579 1,000 3,000 3
540700 Postal Service 5,000 174 5,000
541600 Building & Maintenance Variable 1,000 1,935 1,000 2,000 3
542500 Postage 200 200
543100 Advertising 20,000 530 20,000
543200 Other Promotional Activities 5,000 (50) 5,000
543400 Printing & Binding 2,500 1,367 2,500
544100 Equipment Rental 3,000 4,115 2,500 5,500 3
547100 Uniforms 2,000 2,000
547200 Employee Expense-Travel 15,000 5,048 15,000
547300 Milage Reimbursement 3,000 3,000
548000 Other Services 3,000 313 3,000
548700 Relocation Expenses - -
550100 Office Supplies 3,000 2,053 3,000
550400 Operating Supplies 1,500 128 1,500
557100 Memberships and Subscriptions 6,000 1,869 6,000
557200 Official Recognition - -
557300 Training and Reference 15,000 1,980 15,000
581000 Payments to Other Agencies-DDB 363,012 363,521 509 363,521
Total Operating Expenditures 625,212 432,775 509 625,721
Transfers Out
590200 General Fund- Administrative 982,526 532,567 - 982,526
590800 Community Policing (R2001)257,643 266,703 - 257,643
590800 Community Engagements (R2002)250,000 250,000 - 250,000
590800 Economic Development- City (R2003)500,000 500,000 47,881 547,881 4
590800 Economic Development- County (R2004)250,000 250,000 (3,840) 246,160 4
590800 Infrastructure- City (R2005)- -
590800 Infrastructure- County (R2006)- -
590800 Transportation- City (R2007)100,000 100,000 - 100,000
590800 Transportation- County (R2008)250,000 250,000 250,000
590800 Housing- City (R2009)1,147,269 1,147,091 - 1,147,269
590800 Housing- County (R2010)2,081,329 2,290,301 - 2,081,329
Total Transfers Out 5,818,767 5,586,662 44,041 5,862,808
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out 6,443,979 6,019,438 44,550 6,488,529
Budget Amendments to Operating Budget
1 To adjust budgeted revenue to actual Increment receipts.
Community Redevelopment Agency
Exhibit A
Third Quarter Budget Review for Fiscal Year 2023/24
2
3
4 To adjust funding in transfers to capital to adjust for actual Increment received.
To adjust the budget to reflect actual and anticipated expenditures for the fiscal year.
To adjust the budget to reflect anticipated revenues for the year.
Cover Memo
City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#24-0906
Agenda Date: 8/12/2024 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 4.3
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 North Greenwood Community Redevelopment Agency Budget, adopt
Resolution # 24-03, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
SUMMARY:
The North Greenwood CRA has aligned its proposed operating budget and proposed project budget to
facilitate future redevelopment as outlined in the North Greenwood Community Redevelopment Area Plan.
Table 12 of the North Greenwood Community Redevelopment Area Plan outlines the Recommended TIF
Expenditures.
The three-priority area are:
·Affordable Housing: Create, preserve, or improve income restricted affordable housing units and prevent
displacement.
·Economic Development & Employment: Increase quality employment opportunities, particularly in the
county target industries
·Mobility: Improve transit, walking, and biking options and access to transit.
Tax Increment Revenue for the North Greenwood CRA is $860,226 which is an increase of $512,737 from
the Amended FY 23/24 revenue.
Increment funds are divided between Operating Expenditures and Project Funds. Operating Expenditures
include services, supplies and expense that occur during the fiscal year and are primarily used for
conducting the North Greenwood CRA’s day to day operations. Project funds are established to assist
with creating programing recommended in the North Greenwood Community Redevelopment Area Plan.
Total operating expenditures $71,074; Salaries for CRA Executive Director and CRA staff $91,558; R2407,
Housing County $363,386; Economic Development City $129,996; R2408 Mobility City $94,599; R2409
Mobility County $109,613
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
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Resolution 24-03 FY 24/25
NGCRA
RESOLUTION NO 24-03
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA,
ADOPTING THE NORTH GREENWOOD CRA FY 2024/2025
ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) annual budget
requirements have been clarified and Section 189.016(3), of the Florida Statutes
require that CRA’s adopt their annual budgets by resolution; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA:
Section 1. Adopt the FY 2024/2025 NORTH GREENWOOD CRA Operating
Budget as outlined on Exhibit A.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 12th day of August 2024.
____________________________
Bruce Rector
Chairman
Approved as to form: Attest:
__________________________ _____________________________
David Margolis Rosemarie Call
CRA Attorney City Clerk
Fiscal Year
Project Approved 2024/25 Amended Available Amend
#Description Budget Increase Budget Balance Ref
R2401 Residential Improvement Program 500,000 500,000 500,000
R2402 Business Improvement Program 1,100,000 1,100,000 1,100,000
R2403 Carlton Ave Rehab 500,000 500,000 500,000
R2404 Public Infrastructure 700,000 700,000 700,000
R2405 Public Art & Culture 200,000 200,000 200,000
R2406 Housing-City 76,422 76,422 76,422
R2407 Housing-County 78,321 363,386 441,707 441,707 1
R2408 Mobility-City 94,599 94,599 94,599 2
R2409 Mobility-County 78,320 109,613 187,933 187,933 1
R2502 Economic Development-City 129,996 129,996 129,996 2
Total 3,233,063 697,594 3,930,657 3,930,657
Budget Amendments to Projects
1
2
Community Redevelopment Agency - North Greenwood
CRA Capital Improvement Project Fund
Fiscal Year 2024/25
To recognize fiscal year 2024/25 City increment funds transferred to capital projects
To recognize fiscal year 2024/25 County increment funds transferred to capital projects
2023-2024 2024-2025
Third Quarter Proposed
Amended Budget Budget
Revenues & Transfers In
Tax Increment Financing Revenues
338930 Pinellas County 156,641 387,226
381115 City of Clearwater 190,848 473,000
388010 General Fund 3,000,000
Total TIF Revenues 3,347,489 860,226
Other Revenues
361101 Interest Earnings
Total Revenues & Transfers In 3,347,489 860,226
Expenditures & Transfers Out
Operating Expenditures
530100 Professional Services 10,000 50,000
540200 Postal Service 250
541600 Building & Maintenance Variable 1,000 1,000
542500 Postage 250
543100 Advertising 2,000 5,000
543400 Printing & Binding 3,000 3,000
547300 Mileage Reimbursement 574
548000 Other Services 1,000 3,000
550100 Office Supplies 2,000 2,500
550400 Operating Supplies 1,000 1,000
557100 Memberships and Subscriptions 2,000 2,000
557300 Training and Reference 2,000 2,500
Total Operating Expenditures 24,000 71,074
Transfers Out
590200 General Fund- Administrative 90,426 91,558
590800 Residential Improvement Program-R2401 500,000
590800 Business Improvement Program-R2402 1,100,000
590800 Carlton Ave Rehab-R2403 500,000
590800 Public Infrusture-R2404 700,000
590800 Public Art & Culture-R2405 200,000
590800 Housing-City R2406 76,422
590800 Housing- County R2407 78,321 363,386
590800 Mobility-City R2408 94,599
590800 Mobility-County R2409 78,320 109,613
590800 Economic Development- City R2502 129,996
Total Transfers Out 3,323,489 789,152
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out 3,347,489 860,226
Exhibit A
Community Redevelopment Agency- North Greenwood
Fiscal Year 2024-2025
October 1, 2024- September 30, 2025
Cover Memo
City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#24-0931
Agenda Date: 8/12/2024 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 4.4
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025 Downtown Clearwater Community Redevelopment Agency
Budget, adopt Resolution 24-04, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
SUMMARY:
The Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Downtown Community Redevelopment Agency Budget is aligned is proposed
project expenditures to facilitate future redevelopment of downtown through the implementation of the
Downtown Plan.
The major highlights of the FY 2024-2025 proposed preliminary budget are:
Tax Increment Revenue is $6,557,705 which is an increase of $466,206 over the $6,091,499 Amended
2023-2024 revenue, reflecting an increase in taxable value of both the original CRA area and the expanded
(Downtown Gateway) CRA area.
DTCRA Funds are divided between Operating Expenditures and Project Funds. Operating Expenditures
include the services, supplies and expense that occur during the fiscal year and are primarily used for
conducting the DTCRA’s day to day operations as well as consulting services that will begin and end
within the fiscal year.
Project Funds include Interlocal Agreements, Capital Improvements, and funding for established programs
who work extends beyond one fiscal year. Project Funds carry over from year to year. This year’s budget
continues the use of project funds that were established in 2020 to distinguish between City and County
TIF dollars.
Operating Expenditures have increase by $123,456 from FY 23/24. This increase is to account for
expenditures related to additional Professional Service Agreements. Operating Expenditures also includes
the pass-through revenues, $381,027, to the Downtown Development Board (DDB).
Transfers Out designated the funding this fiscal year that will be allocated to various Project Funds. The
costs for Interlocal Agreements with the City and the Clearwater Police Department are found in the
General Fund and Community Policing lines for a total of $1,317,894. The remaining City TIF revenue has
been allocated to Economic Development ($900,000); Infrastructure ($791,844); Housing ($410,206)
County TIF Funds, $2,779,393 for this fiscal year, are restricted to capital improvement projects, housing
and land acquisition. The County TIF funds have been allocated to Housing ($2,779,393)
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
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Resolution 24-04 FY 24/25
DT CRA Budget
RESOLUTION NO 24-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA,
ADOPTING THE DOWNTOWN CRA FY 2024/2025 ANNUAL
OPERATING BUDGET; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) annual budget
requirements have been clarified and Section 189.016(3), of the Florida Statutes
require that CRA’s adopt their annual budgets by resolution; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA:
Section 1. Adopt the FY 2024/2025 DOWNTOWN CRA Operating Budget as
outlined on Exhibit A.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 12th day of August 2024.
____________________________
Bruce Rector
Chairman
Approved as to form: Attest:
__________________________ _____________________________
David Margolis Rosemarie Call
CRA Attorney City Clerk
2023-2024 2024-2025
Amended Preliminary
Budget Budget
Revenues & Transfers In
Tax Increment Financing Revenues
338930 Pinellas County 2,577,489 2,779,393
381115 City of Clearwater 3,150,489 3,397,285
338935 Downtown Development Board 363,521 381,027
Total TIF Revenues 6,091,499 6,557,705
Other Revenues
361101 Interest Earnings 312,673 300,000
Transfers In
369906 Reimbursement-DDB Administration 84,357 87,309
Total Revenues & Transfers In 6,488,529 6,945,014
Expenditures & Transfers Out
Operating Expenditures
530100 Professional Services 120,500 250,000
530300 Contractual Services 50,000 25,000
540300 Telephone Variable 3,000 3,950
540200 Postal Service 5,000 500
541600 Building & Maintenance Variable 2,000 2,000
542500 Postage 200 200
543100 Advertising 20,000 25,000
543200 Other Promotional Activities 5,000 -
543400 Printing & Binding 2,500 5,000
544100 Equipment Rental 5,500 5,000
547100 Uniforms 2,000 2,000
547200 Employee Expense-Travel 15,000 15,000
547300 Milage Reimbursement 3,000 3,000
548000 Other Services 3,000 1,000
550100 Office Supplies 3,000 3,000
550400 Operating Supplies 1,500 3,000
557100 Memberships and Subscriptions 6,000 6,000
557300 Training and Reference 15,000 15,000
581000 Payments to Other Agencies-DDB 363,521 381,027
Total Operating Expenditures 625,721 745,677
Transfers Out
590200 General Fund- Administrative 982,526 1,060,401
590800 Community Policing (R2001)257,643 257,493
590800 Community Engagements (R2002)250,000 -
590800 Economic Development- City (R2003)548,059 900,000
590800 Economic Development- County (R2004)37,188 -
590800 Infrastructure- City (R2005)- 791,844
590800 Transportation- City (R2007)100,000 -
590800 Transportation- County (R2008)250,000 -
590800 Housing- City (R2009)1,147,091 410,206
590800 Housing- County (R2010)2,290,301 2,779,393
Total Transfers Out 5,862,808 6,199,337
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out 6,488,529 6,945,014
Exhibit A
Community Redevelopment Agency
Preliminary Budget
October 1, 2024- September 30, 2025
Page 1
2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30
Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated
CRA-Projections for CIP 6-Year Plan (FY24)Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
County TIF 2,790,301 2,779,393.00 21%2,862,775.00 2,948,658.00 3,037,118.00 3,128,232.00 3,222,079.00
City TIF 3,150,103 3,397,285.00 12%3,499,204.00 3,604,180.00 3,712,305.00 3,823,674.00 3,938,384.00
DDB 363,915 381,027.00 8%392,458.00 404,232.00 416,359.00 428,850.00 441,716.00
6,557,705.00 6,754,437.00 6,957,070.00 7,165,782.00 7,380,756.00 7,602,179.00
Other Revenue:
Interest 265,000 300,000.00 300,000.00 300,000.00 300,000.00 300,000.00 300,000.00
DDB Reimbursement 84,357 87,309.00 90,800.00 94,430.00 98,210.00 102,140.00 106,230.00
6,945,014.00 7,145,237.00 7,351,500.00 7,563,992.00 7,782,896.00 8,008,409.00
Growth Factors Revenue %
2025/26 3.0%
2026/27 3.0%
2027/28 3.0%
2028/29 3.0%
2029/30 3.0%
2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2028-30
Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated
Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
Operating Expenditures:
regular Operating 364,650.00 371,940.00 379,380.00 386,970.00 394,710.00 402,600.00
Payment to DDB 381,027.19 392,458.00 404,232.00 416,359.00 428,850.00 441,716.00
Transfers:
GF Admin 1,060,401.00 1,102,820.00 1,146,930.00 1,192,810.00 1,240,520.00 1,290,140.00
Community Policing 257,493.00 267,790.00 278,500.00 289,640.00 301,230.00 313,280.00
Transfers to Capital (CITY)2,102,050.00 2,147,454.00 2,193,800.00 2,241,095.00 2,289,354.00 2,338,594.00
Transfers to Capital (County)2,779,393.00 2,862,775.00 2,948,658.00 3,037,118.00 3,128,232.00 3,222,079.00
6,945,014.19 7,145,237.00 7,351,500.00 7,563,992.00 7,782,896.00 8,008,409.00
Growth Factors Operating %
Personnel 4.0%
Operating Expenses 2.0%
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2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30
% of Estimated % of Estimated % of Estimated % of Estimated % of Estimated % of Estimated
Capital Projects:revenue Budget revenue Budget revenue Budget revenue Budget revenue Budget revenue Budget
R2001 - Community Policing PD 257,493.00 PD 267,790.00 PD 278,500.00 PD 289,640 PD 301,230 PD 313,280
R2002 - Community Engagement 25%25%536,864.00 25%548,450.00 25%560,274 25%572,339 25%584,649
R2003 - Economic Development- City 25%900,000.00 25%536,864.00 25%548,450.00 25%560,274 25%572,339 25%584,649
R2004 - Economic Development- County 30%- 30%858,833.00 30%884,597.00 30%911,135 30%686,806 30%966,624
R2005 - Infrastructure- City 5%791,844.00 5%107,373.00 5%109,690.00 5%112,055 5%114,468 5%116,930
R2006 - Infrastructure- County 0%- 0%- 0%- 0%- 0%- 0%-
R2007 - Transportation-City 5%5%107,373.00 5%109,690.00 5%112,055 5%114,468 5%116,930
R2008 - Transportation- County 10%10%286,278.00 10%294,866.00 10%303,712 10%228,935 10%322,208
R2009 - Housing- City 40%410,206.00 40%858,982.00 40%877,520.00 40%896,438 40%915,742 40%935,438
R2010 - Housing- County 60%2,779,393.00 60%1,717,665.00 60%1,769,195.00 60%1,822,271 60%1,373,612 60%1,933,247
- - -
Total City:100%2,102,050.00 100%2,147,456.00 100%2,193,800.00 100%2,241,095 100%2,241,095 100%2,241,095
Total County:100%2,779,393.00 100%2,862,776.00 100%2,948,658.00 100%3,037,118 100%3,037,118 100%3,037,118
Cover Memo
City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#24-0921
Agenda Date: 8/12/2024 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 4.5
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Discuss revitalization efforts in the Downtown Clearwater Community Redevelopment Area.
SUMMARY:
N/A
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
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Cover Memo
City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#24-0926
Agenda Date: 8/12/2024 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 4.6
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the Downtown Commercial Grant Program within the Downtown Clearwater Community
Redevelopment Area and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
SUMMARY:
The purpose of this agenda item is to request approval for the implementation of the
new Downtown Commercial Grant Program within the DTCRA. This new program will replace all current
Business/Commercial Grant Programs available in the DTCRA. Staff is recommending closing out the
following grant programs: Essential Equipment Grant, Business Renovation, Economic Recovery Grant,
Façade Grant, and Vacancy Reduction. The remaining balances of these programs will be allocated back
to R2003-Economic Development-City and a new Program Budget of $800,000 will be established for
Downtown Clearwater Commercial Grant Program.
The Downtown Clearwater Commercial Grant Program is designed to streamline the grant process,
increase efficiency and better serve the community. These changes will make it easier for community
members to apply for grants and for the CRA staff to deliver better customer service. Listed below are a
few key components that make the new grant process more customer friendly:
1.Universal application
2.Grant is for both property and business owners (some current grants are only for business owners or
just property owners)
3.Consolidated grant offerings into one with a widened scope of services
4.Easier to read tier funding framework
5.Offering retroactive funding (6 months)
6.Upfront funding on deposits
7.Increased % of CRA grant funding
8.Easier to market, promote and communicate one grant program.
9.Easier on CRA staff to provide excellent customer service
As part of the annual budget process funds will be allocated each year to the program to further the goals
of the Downtown Redevelopment Plan.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funds for this new program are available in R2003- Economic Development-City in an amount of $800,000
for FY 2023-2024.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
2.1 Strengthen public-private initiatives that attract, develop, and retain diversified business sectors.
2.2 Cultivate a business climate that welcomes entrepreneurship, inspires local investment, supports
Eco-friendly enterprises, and encourages high-quality job growth.
2.3 Promote Clearwater as a premier destination for entertainment, cultural experiences, tourism, and
national sporting events.
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File Number: ID#24-0926
3.1 Support neighborhood identity through services and programs that empower community pride and
belonging.
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COMMERCIAL GRANT
PROGRAM
&
APPLICATION FORM
City of Clearwater Community Redevelopment Agency
Downtown Community Redevelopment Area
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Commercial Grant Program & Application Form
Approved by the CRA Trustees on _______________
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1 – PROGRAM OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................ 2
SECTION 2 – PURPOSE AND INTENT ....................................................................................................... 2
SECTION 3 – AVAILABLE ASSISTANCE .................................................................................................... 3
SECTION 4 – ELIGIBLE PROPERTY AND APPLICANT ............................................................................ 4
SECTION 5 – ELIGIBLE IMPROVEMENTS ................................................................................................. 5
SECTION 6 – REQUIREMENTS, REVIEW & APPROVAL PROCESS ....................................................... 7
SECTION 7 – DISBURSEMENT POLICY AND PROCEDURE ................................................................... 8
SECTION 8 – GRANT EXPIRATION ............................................................................................................ 9
SECTION 9 – ALTERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE .................................................................................. 9
SECTION 10 – COMPLIANCE WITH THE CITY OF CLEARWATER ETHICS CODE ................................ 9
SECTION 11 – APPLICATION ................................................................................................................... 10
SECTION 12 – ELIGIBLE CRA AREA MAP ............................................................................................... 13
SECTION 13 – ATTACHMENT A – PROJECT BUDGET .......................................................................... 14
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COMMERCIAL GRANT PROGRAM
SECTION 1 – PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Downtown Commercial Grant Program (Program) offers varying levels of support and
addresses both short and long-term challenges that commercial stakeholders have experienced
in the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Area (DTCRA). This program aims to reduce blight
and activate, commercial spaces with uses that aspire to generate creative and innovative
gathering spaces, walkable pedestrian thoroughfares, and increased overall activity. This
Program can also help a business or developer “close the gap” in their financial ability to meet
the goals of the Community Redevelopment Area Plan (Community Redevelopment Agency
Incentives, pg. 133). The overarching goal is that Downtown Clearwater's businesses are
economically robust and thriving.
SECTION 2 – PURPOSE AND INTENT
The purpose of the Program is to support the implementation of the adopted Community
Redevelopment Area Plan (Plan) for the Clearwater Downtown Community Redevelopment
Area in accordance with the Florida Community Redevelopment Act of 1969. Sections 163.330,
et seq., Florida Statutes, by:
1. Downtown shall be a place that attracts residents, visitors, businesses, and their
employees and enable the development of community. The City shall encourage a
vibrant and active public realm, recreation and entertainment opportunities and support
the community and neighborhoods. (People Goals, page 46)
Objective 1E: Maintain Cleveland Street as Downtown’s Main Street which is
valued for its historic character and pedestrian scale.
Objective 1D: Encourage a variety of office-intensive businesses, including
finance and insurance, IT/software, professional services and medical to relocate
and expand in Downtown to provide a stable employment center.
2. Downtown will be a memorable place to be enjoyed that is enhanced by Clearwater’s
waterfront location, natural resources, built environment and history. (Amenity Goal,
page 47)
Objective 3G: Create and activate space to work as signature destination,
including civic plazas, markets and retail gathering places that promote economic
growth for Downtown. (page 48)
3. Downtown will be a dynamic built environment of dense and livable patterns and active
and attractive streets through quality urban design and architecture. (Urban Design
Goals, page 48)
Objective 4A: Encourage redevelopment that contains a variety of building
forms and style.
Objective 4D: Encourage renovation, restoration, and reuse of existing historic
structures to maintain the character of Downtown’s neighborhoods.
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4. Creating value for the Downtown Community Redevelopment Area by (themes stressed
throughout the Plan):
a. Promoting a business, consumer, family and resident friendly atmosphere;
b. Creating more dining, retail, and entertainment opportunities;
c. Creating additional employment opportunities;
d. Promoting infill and adaptive reuse of properties;
e. Incentivizing property owners to enhance the value of their respective property;
f. Encouraging private investment in the improvement of commercial properties;
g. Reducing vacancies in commercial buildings; and
h. Increasing the functionality of existing buildings.
It is the intent of this Program to attract or improve the following types of businesses to the CRA
(not limited to the following):
Retail;
Restaurants and food services (e.g., full-service sit-down restaurants, fast food
restaurants, buffet or cafeteria restaurants, coffeehouse/shops with food component,
cafes, bistros, delicatessens, bakeries, grocery stores, etc.);
Micro-brewery;
Personal services (e.g., barber, salons, beauty shops, tailors, childcare, etc.);
Art studios and galleries;
Co-working space; and
Professional offices (financial services, IT/software, medical, etc.).
This Program is to help Downtown Clearwater thrive as the urban core and heart of the City, as
the center of business and government, and as an attractive place to live, work, shop and play.
(Ch. 3, Vision, pg. 44)
In addition, it is the intent of this Program to incentivize improvements to the area that go
beyond what is required by the City’s development codes to enhance the form, function, and
design quality of the redevelopment area. It is not the intent of the CRA to engage in any
rehabilitation activity that requires vacating property or displacing any business establishments
or residents from property. Moreover, it is not the intent of this Program to assist in the
development of new construction projects on vacant land. Rather, it is to rehabilitate and
enhance area commercial structures exhibiting deterioration and decline.
SECTION 3 – AVAILABLE ASSISTANCE
Grants shall be awarded on a first-qualified, first-awarded basis while fiscal year funds are
available. The Program provides matching, as specified below in Levels 1 through 4, grant
funding to assist applicants with improvements to commercial properties. Grants may be
awarded to property owners and business owner/commercial tenants for exterior and interior
improvements to commercial property within the DTCRA. The grant is primarily a
reimbursement grant to the Applicant, unless otherwise approved by the CRA Director to allow
initial project deposits or other necessary draws, up to fifty percent of the grant amount, to be
paid directly to a City/CRA approved licensed contractor/vendor. Below is the level of funding
and reimbursement percentage for the total eligible grant expenditures.
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Level 1 – $25,000 and under (Requires a 25% match of funds)
Administrative approval
Award letter and Grant Agreement
Level 2 – $25,001 plus to $150,000 (Requires a 35% match of funds)
Administrative approval up to $100,000
Applicants must supply proof of a lease, or other acceptable documentation, that
identifies at least a minimum of a three-year term for tenant/business occupying or will
occupy the improved space.
CRA Trustee Approval for Grants exceeding $100,000
Award letter and Grant Agreement
Level 3 – $150,001 plus to $500,000 (Requires a 45% match of funds)
Staff recommendation
Applicants must supply proof of a lease, or other acceptable documentation, that
identifies at least a minimum of a five-year term for tenant/business occupying or will
occupy the improved space.
CRA Trustee approval
Award letter and Grant Agreement
Level 4 – Any grant funds request above $500,000 is considered a special project and
may require submittal requirements/documentation above and beyond what is described
in this Program.
Staff recommendation
CRA Trustee approval
Applicants must supply proof of a lease(s), or other acceptable documentation, that
identifies at least a minimum of a five-year term for tenant/business occupying or will
occupy the improved space.
Award letter, Grant Agreement, Mandatory Reporting.
Other – Special Terms and Conditions
SECTION 4 – ELIGIBLE PROPERTY AND APPLICANT
To be eligible for the Program, the Applicant must meet all the following qualifications:
Must be the property owner or commercial/business tenants.
The business must be an allowable use on the subject property in accordance with the
City’s Land and Building Development Regulations/Codes.
Must be current in all property taxes and City of Clearwater (City) business fees.
Must be in good standing with the city (no outstanding code enforcement or building
code violations). This requirement may be waived by the CRA Director if the work
proposed under this application will remediate all code violations.
Property must be free of code enforcement liens or other City liens.
The business or new proposed business on the property must be an independently
owned and operated local business.
If the business is an independently owned and operated franchise, other franchise
locations associated with the same brand must ONLY be located within the municipal
boundary of the city.
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o The proposed business on the property must make independent decisions
regarding its name, signage, brand, appearance, purchasing practices, hiring,
and distribution, and must be solely responsible for paying its own mortgage,
rent, marketing, and other business expenses without assistance from a
corporate headquarters outside of the City limits.
*The owner of the Property (Owner) shall be the Applicant, unless the Owner authorizes
a business owner occupying the property by a valid lease to undertake improvements on
the property. Owner means a holder of any legal or equitable estate in the premises,
whether alone or jointly with others and whether in possession or not shall include all
individuals, associations, partnerships, corporations, limited liability companies and
others who have interest in a structure and any who are in possession or control thereof
as agent of the owner, as executor, administrator, trustee, or guardian of the estate of
the owner. For the purposes of this application, the total CRA grant value that an Owner
has received over such period shall be the combined value, in the 12 month period
immediately preceding the submission of an application for this program, of: (1) the
amount of CRA grant funds that the applicant has received; (2) the amount of CRA grant
funds that any holder of legal title in the subject property other than the applicant has
received; and (3) if a business entity holds legal title in the subject property, the total
amount of CRA grant funds received by any directors, members, partners, shareholders,
any others with an ownership interest in such entity, and any others able to exert
managerial control over or direct the affairs of said entity.
SECTION 5 – ELIGIBLE IMPROVEMENTS
The following improvements or related items may be eligible for Program assistance:
Interior Improvements:
1) Any fixed interior leasehold improvements to commercial space;
2) Electrical/plumbing upgrades and utility connections;
3) Grease traps/interceptors;
4) Venting, HVAC, mechanical systems, and water heaters;
5) Sprinkler/fire suppression systems, firewalls, life safety improvements;
6) Certain fixed solid waste and recycling management systems;
7) American with Disabilities Act (ADA) systems;
8) Internal structural stabilization systems (e.g., repair and replacement of load bearing
walls, columns, beams/girders, joist, etc.);
9) Interior walls (including drywall), ceilings, floors, doors, and molding;
10) Interior paint;
11) Wall insulation;
12) Certain permanent bathroom and kitchen counter tops, cabinets, sinks;
13) Restaurant or other essential entertainment equipment up to a maximum of $5,000
(purchase or repair)
14) Interior historical restoration; or
15) Other permanent improvements may be submitted for consideration but must
demonstrate that the improvement meets the intent of this grant program.
Exterior Improvements:
1) Any fixed exterior leasehold improvements to commercial space;
2) The repair of exterior walls;
3) Roof repairs or replacement, including facia board, soffits, and gutters;
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4) Decorative fencing;*
5) Exterior painting; (including murals)
6) Exterior windows and/or doors;
7) Exterior signage;
8) Awnings or canopies over windows or walkways, including shutters, seating areas;
9) The installation, repair, or renovation of porches, patios, plazas;
10) The installation, repair, or renovation of pathways and sidewalks;**
11) The installation of decorative lighting, and security lighting;
12) Parking area and driveway improvements;
13) Stormwater drainage improvements for properties with a history of flooding;
14) Bicycle racks, shade areas, benches, or other pedestrian amenities;
15) Certain Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) improvements
approved by the Police Department;
16) ADA accessibility improvements;
17) The removal of deteriorated or undesirable exterior alterations;
18) Outdoor café furniture in public realm up to a maximum of $7,500.00 (only eligible
in Downtown Core)
19) The installation of landscaping and irrigation systems, not to exceed twenty percent
(20%) of the total grant amount; or
20) Other permanent improvements may be submitted for consideration but must
demonstrate that the improvement meets the intent of this grant program.
*Chain link fencing, with or without slats, wooden stockade, board on board, and wooden picket
fencing are not eligible for the Program.
**Not city right-of-way or property
Other Eligible Items:
1) Predevelopment Cost (architecture, engineering fees, other as approved by CRA
Director) up to $10,000.
2) Past site or building improvements that were completed up to six months prior to the
approval of this application or completed under unrelated permits to the project permit
issued by the city for improvements identified under this application.
a. Only improvements listed in the itemized budget submitted as part of this
application will be considered for approval.
The following are ineligible for assistance:
1) Past site or building improvements that were completed more than six months prior to
the approval of this application or completed under unrelated permits to the project
permit issued by the city for improvements identified under this application.
a. Only improvements listed in the itemized budget submitted as part of this
application will be considered for approval.
2) Properties that do not have an eligible business tenant(s) that is/are or will open
for business once the building/site improvements are complete.
3) Second floor and above renovations unless part of or tied to a ground floor
business and verifiable proof is provided that second floor, or above floors,
improvements will enhance a ground floor business.
4) Assistance to businesses located in residential homes.
5) Repairs to unsafe or substandard structures that cannot be made safe for tenant
occupancy with Program funds.
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6) Repairs covered by insurance.
7) Non-permanent improvements, except for items expressly stated as allowed in this
Program.
8) Installation of window or door security bars.
9) Any fixed exterior or interior leasehold prohibited improvements to commercial space.
10) Refinancing existing debts, business operational cost, payroll, etc.
11) Mobile Vendors.
12) Not-for-profit entities and tax-exempt entities.
SECTION 6 – REQUIREMENTS, REVIEW & APPROVAL PROCESS
1) All statements and representations made in the application must be correct in all
material respects when made.
2) Applicants must schedule an appointment with the Community Redevelopment Agency
Department staff prior to applying. The Community Redevelopment Agency Department
(Department) is located at 600 Cleveland Street, Suite 600, Clearwater, Florida 33755.
To schedule an appointment, contact staff at 727-562-4098. Applications will be received
on an ongoing basis.
3) A copy of a fully executed lease agreement, and notarized copy of the Owners’ Affidavit
form, including property description and property address. If the forms are prepared and
signed by a representative of the Owner, a legal Power-of-Attorney document must be
submitted with the application.
4) Applicants must submit, as part of the application, concept plans, design plans and
floorplan accurately delineating the square footage of the improvement area within the
commercial structure.
5) Digital photographs of the existing structure, interior and exterior, must be provided with
application.
6) An estimated itemized/detailed budget must be provided on the budget form in the
application or on a separate attachment if additional space is needed.
7) Work required to be performed by licensed contractors. Applicant must provide, as
attachments, three quotes from contractors and copies of their licenses. Quotes to
include complete description of materials to be used.
8) Portions of the project costs not funded by the requested grant must be provided by
Applicant funding. Applicant funding may consist of bank loans, lines of credit, other
grants, and owned assets (Equity), etc.
9) Applicant must demonstrate their source of the Applicant Funding and their ability to
meet the financial obligations of the Program.
10) Proceeds from other City-managed financial assistance programs may be used as
Applicant Equity to satisfy the Applicant Funding requirements of this Program and may
be used to assist with funding of remaining portion of larger improvement project. Grant
funds cannot be used as Equity to satisfy the Applicant Funding requirements of other
City-managed financial assistance programs.
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11) Staff will review the application for completeness, which includes all required
attachments and requested data. A post-application submittal conference will be held
with the Applicant to discuss any issues or deficiencies with the application.
12) Incomplete applications will not be considered submitted until all required documentation
has been submitted to Community Redevelopment Agency Department staff. Submittal
of an application does not guarantee a grant award.
13) The Applicant will be required to obtain quotes/estimates from licensed
contractors/design professionals for eligible improvements and submit said
quotes/estimates as part of the grant application submission.
14) All construction/design contracts will be between the Applicant and the contractor or
design professional.
15) Applicants may combine adjacent parcels, buildings and/or individual storefronts within a
building to create one grant request.
SECTION 7 – DISBURSEMENT POLICY AND PROCEDURE
Grant funds will, unless otherwise approved by the CRA Director to allow initial project deposits
or other necessary draws, up to fifty percent of the grant amount, to be paid directly to a
City/CRA approved licensed contractor/vendor, be disbursed upon a “Finding of Project
Completion” by CRA Director. A “Finding of Project Completion” will be granted when the
following criteria are met:
1) Requests for disbursement of project costs will be viewed as a single, completed
package, unless prior disbursement of funds arrangements have been made to pay
licensed contractors directly (no more than one payment within a 30-day period). Costs
not included in the approved application budget will not be considered for disbursement.
2) Required documentation for disbursement of project costs must include:
a) Copies of cancelled checks, certified checks or money orders of project costs, or
credit card statements of project cost;
b) Detailed invoices and paid receipts signed, dated, and marked “paid in full;”
c) Name, address, telephone number of design professional(s), general contractor, etc.;
d) Photographs of the project (before and after photos).
3) The Applicant must have obtained all necessary/required permits (e.g. zoning and
building), passed all required inspections, and prior to final disbursement of funds
received (if relevant) notice, in the form of a Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of
Completion for the project demonstrating the legal occupancy of the project area. Any
work performed without a permit that required a permit will not be eligible for
grant funding.
4) The CRA disburses funds to grant recipients within 30 days of fully completed
reimbursement request.
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SECTION 8 – GRANT EXPIRATION
Applicants must receive a “Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of Competition” within 365
calendar days from the date of the executed grant agreement. After the said 365 days, the grant
will expire. An extension for the grant funds may be granted by the CRA Director for a good
cause. It is the responsibility of the Applicant to request an extension of the grant approval
before the expiration date.
SECTION 9 – ALTERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE
The improvements will be maintained in accordance with City policies, codes and any other
applicable requirements identified by the City, CRA, or other agencies for a period not less than
three years, or upon written approval by CRA Director.
SECTION 10 – COMPLIANCE WITH THE CITY OF CLEARWATER ETHICS CODE
The applicant will comply with all applicable City rules and regulations including the City's Ethics
Codes. Moreover, each applicant to the Program acknowledges and understands that the City's
Ethics Code prohibit City employees from receiving any benefit, direct or indirect, from any
contract or obligation entered with the City.
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SECTION 11 – APPLICATION
COMMERCIAL GRANT PROGRAM
Please circle if you are the: Property Owner Business Owner
1) Applicant:
Entity Name (if any):
Full Legal Name and Title (if any):
Mailing Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone Number: E-mail Address:
Web Site (if available):
Lease Term (if applicable):
If applicant is not the property owner, please fill out section 2
2) Authorized Agent (If applicable)
Entity Name (if any):
Full Legal Name and Title (if any):
Mailing Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone Number: E-mail Address:
3) Subject Property/Location of Proposed Project
Address commonly known as:
Parcel Identification Number(s):
Property is designated as a Local Landmark: Yes ___ No ___
4) Project description (including business name, tenant description, type of business,
proposed hours of operation, proposed opening date or proposed project
completion date), scope of work to be performed, project schedule, sketch plans
and specifications detailing the scope of work (provide attachment if needed).
Applicant understands that depending on the project, certain City Departments
may require additional documentation, plans, etc. to properly review and approve
the proposed project described in this application.
Case Number:
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5) Describe existing uses and conditions on the property (include photographs as
attachments):
6) Financial Disclosure
Amount of Grant Requested: $
Project Budget – Sources/Uses of Funds (complete Attachment A: Project Budget)
Owner Equity: $
Other Funds: $
Grant Request: $
Total Project Funding: $
My Property Is up to date with taxes, fees, and complies with City codes and regulations:
Yes____ No ____
If the Applicant has received loan or grant assistance from a city-managed financial
assistance program for a project at this address, please specify the program(s) and the
loan/grant amount(s).
1. $
2. $
PLEASE NOTE: Grants are awarded on a first come, first qualified basis until funds have
been depleted.
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I UNDERSTAND THAT IN ORDER FOR MY REQUEST FOR GRANT FUNDING TO BE
APPROVED, I MUST AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1) To adhere to the application procedures and guidelines as specified.
2) That additional improvements or changes not approved in the original grant application
will not be funded by the CRA.
3) That disbursement of grant funds will only occur after:
a) All improvements have been completed or as otherwise approved by the CRA Director;
b) Inspections of the improvements are approved by the appropriate City Officials or other
required authorities, if any; and
c) Proof of payment, as described in this document, for project costs approved in the
grant application.
I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE RECEIVED AND UNDERSTAND THE GRANT GUIDELINES
HEREIN ABOVE STATED. IN ADDITION, BY EXECUTING THIS APPLICATION, I
ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I AM LAWFULLY AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE THIS APPLICATION.
Entity Name (if any)
Applicant Signature Printed Name and Title (if any)
Date
STATE OF COUNTY OF
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of , 20 ,
by , as (title if applicable)
of (Entity name if any) , who [ ] is
personally known to me or [ ] has produced identification.
Type of identification produced: .
My commission expires:
(Notary Seal) Notary Public Signature Notary Public Print Name
Mail or hand deliver completed application form to:
Community Redevelopment Agency
City of Clearwater / 600 Cleveland Street, Suite 600 / Clearwater, FL 33755
For question call the Community Redevelopment Department at 727-562-4098.
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SECTION 12 – ELIGIBLE CRA AREA MAP
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SECTION 13 – ATTACHMENT A – PROJECT BUDGET
Authorized Signature: Date:
Attachment A - Project Budget Form
(Attach contractor/vendor estimates/quotes for consistency verification of items listed below. Contactor/vendor estimates/quotes
improvement item descriptions and cost will supersede if improvement item descriptions and cost are listed different below. If more
project budget form lines are need, Applicant may duplicate budget template below on separate sheet. If new Project Budget Form
is created, write “See Attached” in Line No. 1 below.)
For Applicant Use For staff use only
Line
Item No.
Improvement(s) Item Description
(Including construction materials, labor,
permitting, other fees, etc.)
Improvement(s)
Cost Amount
Line Item Eligible for
Grant Consideration
Yes/No
Cost Amount
Eligible for
Grant (%)
1 $ $
2 $ $
3 $ $
4 $ $
5 $ $
6 $ $
7 $ $
8 $ $
9 $ $
10 $ $
11 $ $
12 $ $
13 $ $
14 $ $
15 $ $
16 Architecture and Engineering fees $ $
17 $ $
Total Improvement(s) Cost Amount $
Total Cost Amount
Eligible for Grant
Consideration
$
To: City of Clearwater Community Redevelopment Agency Trustees
From: Vickie Shire, CRA Program Manager
Date: July 23rd, 2024
Subject:
Request approval of the Downtown Commercial Grant Program within the Downtown Clearwater
Community Redevelopment Area (DTCRA) and to seek allocating current grant funds (Essential
Equipment Grant $162,718.51, Business Renovation $252,465.01, Economic Recovery Grant
$305,660.06, Façade Grant $0, Vacancy Reduction $250,000) totaling $970, 843.58 to the Downtown
Commercial Grant Program.
Purpose:
The purpose of this memorandum is to request approval for the implementation of the
New Downtown Commercial Grant Program within the DTCRA. This new program will replace all
current Business/Commercial Grant Programs available in the DTCRA. Staff is recommending allocating
all remaining balances of the current grant programs (Essential Equipment Grant $162,718.51, Business
Renovation $252,465.01, Economic Recovery Grant $305,660.06, Façade Grant $0 Vacancy Reduction
$250,000) totaling $970,843.58 to the Downtown Clearwater Commercial Grant Program budget line
item, if approved.
Program Overview:
The Downtown Commercial Grant Program (Program) offers varying levels of support and addresses
both short and long-term challenges that commercial stakeholders have experienced in the Clearwater
Downtown Redevelopment Area (DTCRA). This program aims to reduce blight and activate, commercial
spaces with uses that aspire to generate creative and innovative gathering spaces, walkable pedestrian
thoroughfares, and increased overall activity. This Program can also help a business or developer “close
the gap” in their financial ability to meet the goals of the Community Redevelopment Area Plan
(Community Redevelopment Agency Incentives, pg. 133). The overarching goal is that Downtown
Clearwater's businesses are economically robust and thriving.
Key Objectives:
The Downtown Clearwater Commercial Grant Program is designed to streamline the grant process,
increase efficiency and better serve the community. These changes will make it easier for community
members to apply for grants and for the CRA staff to deliver better customer service. Listed below are a
few key components that make the new grant process more customer friendly:
1. Universal application
2. Grant is for both property and business owners (some current grants are only for business owners
or just property owners)
3. Consolidated grant offerings into one with a widened scope of services
4. Easier to read tier funding framework
5. Offering retroactive funding (6 months)
6. Upfront funding on deposits and drawing of funds up to 50% of grant amount
7. Increased % of CRA grant funding
8. Easier to market, promote and communicate one grant program.
9. Easier on CRA staff to provide excellent customer service
Eligible Improvements
The following improvements or related items may be eligible for Program assistance:
Interior Improvements:
1) Any fixed interior leasehold improvements to commercial space;
2) Electrical/plumbing upgrades and utility connections;
3) Grease traps/interceptors;
4) Venting, HVAC, mechanical systems, and water heaters;
5) Sprinkler/fire suppression systems, firewalls, life safety improvements;
6) Certain fixed solid waste and recycling management systems;
7) American with Disabilities Act (ADA) systems;
8) Internal structural stabilization systems (e.g., repair and replacement of load bearing walls,
columns, beams/girders, joist, etc.);
9) Interior walls (including drywall), ceilings, floors, doors, and molding;
10) Interior paint;
11) Wall insulation;
12) Certain permanent bathroom and kitchen counter tops, cabinets, sinks;
13) Restaurant or other essential entertainment equipment up to a maximum of $5,000
(purchase or repair)
14) Interior historical restoration; or
15) Other permanent improvements may be submitted for consideration but must demonstrate that
the improvement meets the intent of this grant program.
Exterior Improvements:
1) Any fixed exterior leasehold improvements to commercial space;
2) The repair of exterior walls;
3) Roof repairs or replacement, including facia board, soffits, and gutters;
4) Decorative fencing;*
5) Exterior painting; (including murals)
6) Exterior windows and/or doors;
7) Exterior signage;
8) Awnings or canopies over windows or walkways, including shutters, seating areas;
9) The installation, repair, or renovation of porches, patios, plazas;
10) The installation, repair, or renovation of pathways and sidewalks;**
11) The installation of decorative lighting, and security lighting;
12) Parking area and driveway improvements;
13) Stormwater drainage improvements for properties with a history of flooding;
14) Bicycle racks, shade areas, benches, or other pedestrian amenities;
15) Certain Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) improvements approved by
the Police Department;
16) ADA accessibility improvements;
17) The removal of deteriorated or undesirable exterior alterations;
18) Outdoor café furniture in public realm up to a maximum of $7,500.00 (only eligible in
Downtown Core)
19) The installation of landscaping and irrigation systems, not to exceed twenty percent (20%) of the
total grant amount; or
20) Other permanent improvements may be submitted for consideration but must demonstrate that
the improvement meets the intent of this grant program.
*Chain link fencing, with or without slats, wooden stockade, board on board, and wooden picket fencing
are not eligible for the Program.
**Not city right-of-way or property
Other Eligible Items:
1) Predevelopment Cost (architecture, engineering fees, other as approved by CRA Director)
up to $10,000.
2) Past site or building improvements that were completed up to six months prior to the approval
of this application or completed under unrelated permits to the project permit issued by the city
for improvements identified under this application.
a. Only improvements listed in the itemized budget submitted as part of this application will
be considered for approval.
AVAILABLE ASSISTANCE
Grants shall be awarded on a first-qualified, first-awarded basis while fiscal year funds are available. The
Program provides matching, as specified below in Levels 1 through 4, grant funding to assist applicants
with improvements to commercial properties. Grants may be awarded to property owners and business
owner/commercial tenants for exterior and interior improvements to commercial property within the
DTCRA. The grant is primarily a reimbursement grant to the Applicant, unless otherwise approved by the
CRA Director to allow initial project deposits or other necessary draws, up to fifty percent of the grant
amount, to be paid directly to a City/CRA approved licensed contractor/vendor. Below is the level of
funding and reimbursement percentage for the total eligible grant expenditures.
Level 1 – $25,000 and under (Requires a 25% match of funds)
Administrative approval
Award letter and Grant Agreement
Level 2 – $25,001 plus to $150,000 (Requires a 35% match of funds)
Administrative approval up to $100,000
Applicants must supply proof of a lease, or other acceptable documentation, that identifies at least
a minimum of a three-year term for tenant/business occupying or will occupy the improved space.
CRA Trustee Approval for Grants exceeding $100,000
Award letter and Grant Agreement
Level 3 – $150,001 plus to $500,000 (Requires a 45% match of funds)
Staff recommendation
Applicants must supply proof of a lease, or other acceptable documentation, that identifies at least
a minimum of a five-year term for tenant/business occupying or will occupy the improved space.
CRA Trustee approval
Award letter and Grant Agreement
Level 4 – Any grant funds request above $500,000 is considered a special project and may require
submittal requirements/documentation above and beyond what is described in this Program.
Staff recommendation
CRA Trustee approval
Applicants must supply proof of a lease(s), or other acceptable documentation, that identifies at
least a minimum of a five-year term for tenant/business occupying or will occupy the improved
space.
Award letter, Grant Agreement, Mandatory Reporting.
Other – Special Terms and Conditions
Attachments:
• Commercial Grant Program and Application Form.
Sincerely,
Vickie Shire
CRA Program Manager
Cover Memo
City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#24-0939
Agenda Date: 8/12/2024 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 4.7
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Move the November 18, 2024 to November 4, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.
SUMMARY:
At the July 29, 2024 work session, staff was directed to the November 18 CRA meeting to
November 4, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.
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Cover Memo
City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#24-0933
Agenda Date: 8/12/2024 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 5.1
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
July CRA Director’s Report
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ZDirector’s Report
07/2024
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Table Of Contents
Clearwater CRA Updates
•Ongoing Projects
•CRA/Clearwater Police
Department Engagement
•North Greenwood Grants
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Downtown CRA Updates
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Mercado – Public Art
Progress:
•Two community meetings will be held in the Gateway
to provide construction updates and information on
the public art installation coming to the Mercado.
•During these meetings, attendees can vote for their
favorite out of 3 artists for a new mosaic mural public
art installation.
Mercado Community Meetings Dates:
•Tuesday, Aug. 13 at 6:30 pm
45 Sports Bar and Lounge | 1409 Cleveland St.
•Thursday, Sept. 15 at noon
Nature’s Food Patch | 1225 Cleveland St.
To learn more and vote visit,DowntowntownClearwater.com/Mercado
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Downtown Clearwater CRA Police Statistics 2024
CRA/CPD Community Engagement
Sam's Gyros and Seafood located at
405 S Missouri Ave.ArrestOrdinance
violations
FIR/Citizen
contacts Marchman Act Safe Harbor
transport
Trespassing
warning issued
Trespass after
warning (Arrest)
Apr-24 6 2 23 1 2 16 4
May-24 14 6 17 4 2 12 2
Jun-24 11 6 23 0 1 6 2
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Downtown Clearwater CRA Police Statistics 2024
56 Total CRA/CPD Business visits from
2/12/24 to 7/10/24
Directed patrols Offence/incident reports taken
Apr-24 160 64
May-24 145 64
Jun-24 254 26
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300
Apr-24 May-24 Jun-24
CRA/CPD Community Engagement
Clearwater Beach Fitness located at
802 Court Street
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New Businesses
45 Sports Bar & Lounge LLC
Location:1409 Cleveland St.
Opened:July 20th, 2024
Aloha To Go Hawaiian Barbecue
Location:1011 Cleveland St.
Grand Opening:TBA
Baton Roux
Location:1011 Cleveland St.
Grand Opening:TBA
New restaurants at Cleveland Street Market Coming soon:
Business Renovation Grant: Awarded $19,450
Up to $19,450 will be reimbursed for the interior
improvement of walls, new framing, electrical,
plumbing, kitchen hood installation, fire suppression
system and ramps/restroom in compliance with ADA
code.
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North Greenwood CRA Updates
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Communication Engagement – North Greenwood Grants
Staff continues to engage in partnership with Economic Development and Housing,
Neighborhood Services, and Public Communications to inform the community about the new
North Greenwood residential exterior and commercial grant programs that are available.