09/15/2025Monday, September 15, 2025
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
September 15, 2025Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting Agenda
1. Call To Order
2. Approval of Minutes
2.1 Approve the minutes of the August 18, 2025 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 a three-year Interlocal Agreement between the Clearwater Community
Redevelopment Agency and the City of Clearwater to provide CRA increment
funding to underwrite the cost of additional Community Policing services in the
Downtown CRA boundaries and authorize the appropriate officials to execute
the same.
4.2 Approval of a three-year Interlocal Agreement between the City of Clearwater
and the Clearwater Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to provide
staffing and administrative services and authorize appropriate officials to
execute same.
4.3 Approve funding, in an amount not to exceed $15,000, for the purchase and
implementation of the Downtown CRA Officers E-Bike Program in partnership
with the City of Clearwater Police Department and authorize appropriate
officials to execute the same.
4.4 Approve the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Downtown Clearwater Community
Redevelopment Area Budget and adopt Resolution 25-02.
4.5 Approve Third Quarter budget amendments for the Downtown Clearwater
Community Redevelopment Area and adopt Resolution 25-01.
4.6 Approve the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 North Greenwood Community
Redevelopment Area Budget, adopt Resolution 25-04, and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same.
4.7 Approve the Third Quarter Budget Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2024-2025
North Greenwood Community Redevelopment Agency Budget and adopt
Resolution 25-03.
4.8 Downtown Revitalization
5. Old Business Items
6. Director's Report
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7. Adjourn
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Cover Memo
City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#25-0131
Agenda Date: 9/15/2025 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: MinutesIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 2.1
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the minutes of the August 18, 2025 CRA meeting as submitted in written summation
by the City Clerk.
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Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes August 18, 2025
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City of Clearwater
Main Library - Council Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
Meeting Minutes
Monday, August 18, 2025
1:00 PM
Main Library - Council Chambers
Community Redevelopment Agency Draft
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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, Daniel Slaughter – Assistant City Manager, Alfred Battle – Assistant City Manager, David Margolis –
City Attorney, 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 1:00 p.m. 2. Approval of Minutes
2.1 Approve the minutes of the June 2, 2025 CRA meeting as submitted in written summation
by the City Clerk.
Trustee Teixeira moved to approve the minutes of the June 2, 2025
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
Kathy Flaherty said she was happy to see that Parks and Recreation
posted the Mercado on social media but questioned why the facility is not
promoted as a venue one may rent.
Bill Jonson shared pictures of The Pier in St. Petersburg and suggested
that CRA provide adequate funding for enhanced landscaping at
Coachman Park.
4. New Business Items
4.1 Present August Business Spotlight: Consumer Energy Solutions Consumer Energy Solutions is the eighth recipient of the Business Spotlight
Program.
Located at 1255 Cleveland Street, this energy brokerage firm has operated in Draft
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Downtown Clearwater for over 25 years. Since 1999, the team has helped more
than 1.3 million homes and businesses lower their electricity and natural gas
costs through fixed-rate plans.
Founded by Patrick Clouden, the company is known for its strong workplace
culture and long-standing community involvement. It has been recognized as a
Tampa Bay Top Workplace for eight consecutive years and received the
Tampa Bay Business Journal’s Corporate Philanthropy Award in 2016.
Their outreach includes youth drug prevention efforts, support for local events
and toy drives, and over two decades of partnership with a tutoring center that
serves more than 70 students.
Through these efforts, the business continues to make a meaningful impact in
Downtown Clearwater while leading with purpose and service.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
2.1 Strengthen public-private initiatives that attract, develop, and retain
diversified business sector.
3.1 Support neighborhood identity through services and programs that empower
community pride and belonging.
CRA Specialist Tasha Hadley provided PowerPoint presentation.
4.2 Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Business Spotlight Program
2025 that will provide exposure to businesses within the Downtown Clearwater and North
Greenwood Community Redevelopment Areas and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. The Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) recommends approving
Business Spotlight Program 2025 to support its continued goals of attracting
residents, visitors, businesses, and employees to Downtown Clearwater and
North Greenwood. Over the past year, CRA staff has worked in partnership with
business owners and community stakeholders to shape a program that
strengthens local connections and recognizes economic and cultural
contributions throughout both redevelopment areas.
The purpose of the CRA Business Spotlight Program 2025 is to recognize
and promote outstanding local businesses that drive economic vitality, reflect
community values, and enhance neighborhood pride. Through targeted
marketing campaigns, public outreach, and formal recognition, the program will
offer meaningful exposure to both longstanding and emerging businesses in the
community.
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This expanded version of the program directly supports the goals of both the
2018 Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan and the 2023 North
Greenwood Community Redevelopment Area Plan, specifically:
2018 Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan
• People Goals: Downtown shall be a place that attracts residents,
visitors, businesses, and their employees and enables the development
of community. The City shall encourage a vibrant and active public
realm, recreation and entertainment opportunities, and support
neighborhoods.
• Objective 1D: Encourage a variety of office-intensive businesses to
relocate and expand in Downtown to provide a stable employment
center.
2023 North Greenwood CRA Plan
• Goal 5: Quality of Life: Sustain a high quality of life through community
engagement, access to recreational opportunities, celebrating the
unique culture of North Greenwood, improving public health, and
protecting the environment.
The program will select nine businesses in total, comprised of Legacy
Recipients and Spotlight Winners. Legacy Recipients must have been in
continuous operation for at least 10 years within the CRA redevelopment
boundary areas and meet all standard eligibility criteria.
Following program approval by the CRA Trustees, the application window will
remain open for four weeks. Applications will be reviewed by a selection
committee composed of CRA staff, City of Clearwater representatives, and
community stakeholders. Once selections are finalized, participating
businesses will be publicly recognized and engaged through coordinated
promotional campaigns and events.
The proposed program meets the goals of the Downtown Redevelopment Plan
the North Greenwood Community Redevelopment Area Plan and provides a
partnership opportunity for business owners who wish to establish a sense of
community in our redevelopment area.
Funding for this program, in an amount not to exceed $5,000, will be used for
printing flyers and other marketing to help administer this program as authorized
by Florida Statute 163.387(6)(c)1.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funding for this program, available in the operating budget, will be coded to
either the Downtown Clearwater or North Greenwood CRA based on the
recipient’s geographic location in amount not to exceed $5,000.
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STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
2.2 Cultivate a business climate that welcomes entrepreneurship, inspires local
investment, supports Eco-friendly enterprises, and encourages high-quality
growth.
3.1 Support neighborhood identity through services and programs that empower
community pride and belonging.
3.3 Promote marketing and outreach strategies that encourage stakeholder
engagement, enhancement community education, and build public trust.
Trustee Allbritton moved to approve the Community
Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Business Spotlight Program 2025
that will provide exposure to businesses within the Downtown
Clearwater and North Greenwood Community Redevelopment
Areas and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
4.3 Approve a three-year Interlocal Agreement between the Clearwater Community
Redevelopment Agency and the Clearwater Downtown Development Board for the refund
of CRA Tax Increment fees and the provision of personnel, administration, and
management services and authorize appropriate officials to execute the same. On August 4, 2025, Downtown Development Board Meeting, the board
approved a three-year interlocal agreement for the refund of increment payment
and an annual management fee.
Florida Statute 163.387 requires all taxing authorities within a Community
Redevelopment Area (CRA), including the Downtown Development Board
(DDB), to make an annual appropriation equal to the incremental increase in ad
valorem revenue generated within the CRA boundaries.
Since the Fiscal Year 1999-2000, the CRA has provided personnel,
administrative, and management services to the DDB through an Interlocal
Agreement, which also includes a refund of the difference between the
increment payment and the management fee.
In accordance with Florida Statute 163.01, the DDB and CRA are authorized to
enter into such agreements. Under this agreement, the DDB will continue to
fund and support projects and programs consistent with the Downtown
Redevelopment Plan.
This proposed three-year Interlocal Agreement reinforces the ongoing
collaboration between the DDB and CRA in advancing downtown
redevelopment goals. It also includes an annual 5% increase to the CRA
management fee over the term of the agreement as follows: Draft
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· FY 2025/2026 - $90,365
· FY 2026/2027 - $94,883
· FY 2027/2028 - $99,627
Approval is recommended to formalize this partnership and continue effective
coordination of downtown initiatives.
One individual questioned why the agreement is for a three-year term and
suggested it should be for one year as the TIF funds vary from year to year.
Trustee Mannino moved to approve a three-year Interlocal
Agreement between the Clearwater Community Redevelopment
Agency and the Clearwater Downtown Development Board for the
refund of CRA Tax Increment fees and the provision of personnel,
administration, and management services and authorize
appropriate officials to execute the same. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
5. Director's Report
5.1 CRA August Director’s Report
Mr. Niño provided a PowerPoint presentation. He said staff expects
Clearwater Gardens to receive their CO (Certificate of Occupancy) by
the end of September and to move in tenants during October. Staff is
working with Clearwater Gardens on scheduling the ribbon cutting ceremony.
He said the PSTA groundbreaking is scheduled for August 27, 2025.
In response to a question, Mr. Niño said Parks and Recreation is working
with a contractor to replace the broken lighting at Coachman Park.
6. Adjourn Draft
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The meeting adjourned at 1:28 p.m.
Chair Community Redevelopment Agency
Attest
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Agenda Date: 9/15/2025 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
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Agenda Number: 4.1
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Approve a three-year Interlocal Agreement between the Clearwater Community Redevelopment Agency
and the City of Clearwater to provide CRA increment funding to underwrite the cost of additional
Community Policing services in the Downtown CRA boundaries and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute the same.
SUMMARY:
Since 2008, the CRA has partnered with the Clearwater Police Department to provide enhanced
community policing within the Downtown Community Redevelopment Area. This partnership has supported
two additional police officers dedicated to addressing quality-of-life issues, including illegal narcotics
activity, prostitution, homelessness, and code enforcement challenges.
Florida Statute 163.387 allows for the payment of community policing innovations in the Community
Redevelopment Areas.
Historically, this partnership has been approved through annual interlocal agreements. The proposed
agreement establishes a three-year term (October 1, 2025 - September 30, 2028), streamlining the
process and providing greater consistency.
The three-year agreement includes the following key provisions:
Funding of two (2) dedicated police officers, including salaries, benefits, and associated fuel costs.
Defined community policing strategy targeting drug activity, prostitution, homelessness, code
enforcement, and community engagement.
Benefits of Moving from Annual to Three-Year Agreement:
Consistency & Stability: Provides predictable funding and resources for a sustained community policing
presence.
Improved Planning: Supports long-term strategies for crime reduction, response to homelessness, and
community engagement.
Flexibility: Agreement allows amendments if conditions or priorities change during the three-year term.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funding for this Interlocal Agreement will be from R2001 Community Policing.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
1.4 Foster safe and healthy communities in Clearwater through first class public safety and emergency
response services.
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INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
This Interlocal Agreement is made and entered into this ________ day of
_____________, 2025 by and between the Community Redevelopment Agency of
the City of Clearwater, Florida (CRA), a redevelopment agency established
pursuant to law, and the City of Clearwater (CITY), a municipal corporation of the
State of Florida.
WHEREAS, this Agreement is made and entered between the parties
pursuant to Section 163.01, Florida Statutes, the “Florida Interlocal Cooperation
Act of 1969”; and
WHEREAS, Section 163.387(6)(c)(8) of the Florida Statutes allows for the
use of Tax Increment Funding (TIF) funds for community policing innovations in
Community Redevelopment Areas; and
WHEREAS, the CRA has ascertained that the Downtown Gateway District,
Prospect Lake District, and Downtown Core District, continue to experience a
critical need for an enhanced community policing presence in order to specifically
reduce drug dealing, prostitution and street crimes in the target area, and address
quality of life issues; and
WHEREAS, the CRA and the CITY first entered into an Interlocal
Agreement during the Fiscal Year 2008-2009 in order to provide for the CRA's
financial contribution to an additional community policing presence by the CITY in
the Downtown Gateway area above and beyond the current activity levels; and
WHEREAS, the CRA has funded two police officers for Fiscal Years 2012-
2013, 2013-2014, 2014-2015,2015-2016, 2016-2017 2017-2018, 2018-2019,
2019-2020, 2020-2021, 2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 and
wants to continue the use of TIF funds to fund the program; and
WHEREAS, the CRA and the CITY recognize that police officers encounter
persons with a wide variety of social, mental and physical health needs and require
additional support to connect people with options other than jail, emergency rooms
or shelters; and
WHEREAS, the CRA and the CITY want to enter into a three-year Interlocal
Agreement , outlining the scope of services and responsibilities of the parties.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants made by each party
to the other and of the mutual advantages to be realized by the parties hereto, the
CRA and the CITY agree as follows:
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Section 1. Term. The term of this Interlocal Agreement will be October
1, 2025, through September 30, 2028.
Section 2. Intent. It is the intent of the parties that the TIF funds paid to
the CITY by the CRA pursuant to Section 163.361(1), Florida Statutes, be used to
provide a more visible community policing presence within the Downtown
Community Redevelopment Area Boundaries
Section 3. Responsibilities of the CRA
Function:
Provide TIF funding in the total amount for the contract year, said funds to be
utilized by the Clearwater Police Department (CPD) to provide an additional
community policing presence, to be allocated in the following manner:
A. To pay for the salaries, and benefits for two (2) police officers for the
contract year.
B. The estimated fuel cost for the contract year for a police vehicle used
by the two (2) police officers within the Community Redevelopment
Area.
Section 4. Responsibilities of the CITY
Scope of Duties. The services that the CITY will provide will be carried out
by the CPD. These services are:
A) Implementation of a Law Enforcement Strategy in the Community
Redevelopment Area as follows:
Goal 1: Reduce the sale of illegal narcotics and reduce the prevalence
of prostitution.
Objective 1: Eliminate sales and distribution of illegal narcotics.
Tasks:
a) Identify street level dealers which may be engaging in
sales of illegal narcotics;
b) Gather intelligence information through proactive law
enforcement techniques, utilizing undercover
techniques and surveillance equipment; and
c) Conduct regular plainclothes operations to determine
if illegal narcotics are being offered for sale in the
Community Redevelopment Area.
Outcome Measures:
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a) Conduct four (4) operations to determine if individuals in
the Community Redevelopment Area are selling illegal
narcotics.
b) File criminal charges against anyone where probable
cause is established that they are selling illegal narcotics.
If any retail establishments are found to be engaging in the
sales of illegal narcotics, the Florida Division of Alcoholic
Beverages and Tobacco will be notified so that administrative
action may be taken against those establishments which hold
licenses to sell alcoholic beverages.\
Goal 2: Address homeless issues in the Community Redevelopment
Area.
Objective 1: Participate in the city’s homeless initiative.
Tasks:
a) Utilize directed patrol in areas known to be frequented by
homeless individuals for the purpose of locating homeless
encampments and identifying homeless persons new to
the area or not known to the CRA officers;
b) Enforce statutes and ordinances against public drinking,
public urination, loitering or prowling, etc.;
c) Utilize the “no trespass” affidavit program when authorized
to address public safety interests in the target area; and
d) Participate in activities/programs related to homelessness,
as appropriate.
Outcome measure:
a) 100% of reported or observed violations of criminal law or
ordinances will result in arrest, report, citation, warning, or
referral to the appropriate social services agency;
b) 100% of observed or reported trespass violations will
result in trespass warnings, or arrest when authorized by
Florida State Statute within the Community
Redevelopment Area;
c) CRA officers will complete Field Interview Reports (FIRs)
in the appropriate circumstances.
Goal 3: Improve safety and security of residents and businesses in
the Community Redevelopment Area.
Objective 1: Enhance code enforcement activities and identify
properties meeting the criteria for referral to the Nuisance Abatement
Board.
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Tasks:
a) Coordinate with the CRA and the City's Code Compliance
Department to enhance code enforcement in the target
area relative to properties that are in disrepair and
negatively impact the quality of life in the Downtown
Gateway; and
b) Identify those properties meeting the criteria for referral to
the Nuisance Abatement Board to discourage criminal
behavior at those locations.
Outcome Measures:
a) Conduct regular inspections of properties that are in
disrepair and negatively impact the quality of life in the
Downtown Gateway, on a schedule as agreed upon the
CRA, Code Enforcement Inspector, and CPD; and
b) Identify and report to the CRA negative environmental
factors (need for improved street lightning, vacant
buildings, neglected properties, etc.)
c) Identify and refer all properties determined to meet the
criteria for referral to the Nuisance Abatement Board and
provide the necessary documentation to support that
referral.
Objective 2: Enhance the relationship between the residential
neighborhoods and the police department and increase the
perception of safety through enhanced community policing efforts.
Tasks:
a) Conduct regular park, walk and talk (PWT) activities in the
Community Redevelopment Area; and
b) Make citizen contacts during PWT activities for the
purpose of community relations and information gathering.
c) Maintain a co-responder program that provides a Police
Homeless Outreach Specialist for those in the CRA who
police officers come into contact with who need
assistance connecting with available services to address
homelessness, mental health, drug addiction, and other
physical support services.
d) Coordinate with CRA staff on quarterly community
engagement with business and property owners through
out the CRA boundaries.
Outcome Measures:
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a) CRA officers will conduct a minimum of four (4) PWT
activities in the Community Redevelopment Area per
week.
b) CRA officers will document the outcome of the PWT
activities in the TriTech clearance notes for that PWT.
B) In order to carry out the Law Enforcement Strategy above, the CPD will
provide the following:
1. Two (2) fully-equipped police officers to provide law
enforcement services to the target area defined as the
Downtown CRA for a minimum of 40 hours per week.
2. Specific duties, activities, and responsibilities:
a) The officers will be assigned to a Community Policing
Team with geographical responsibility for the
Downtown Community Redevelopment Area only;
b) The Team assignment will always ensure coverage by
two (2) officers;
c) Schedules of the officers will vary based on the
determination of the CRA and CPD management to
best serve the residents and business owners in the
Community Redevelopment Area. CRA shall be
notified of significant changes of officers’ schedules or
assignments;
d) Officers will patrol by either vehicles, foot, or bicycles;
e) A report of police activities and statistical information
will be provided to the CRA on a monthly and yearly
basis; and
f) The officers selected will be experienced, current
members of the CPD.
3. An existing, fully-equipped Police Car.
a) All CRA funds pursuant to this agreement will be kept
in the CPD's departmental account.
b) No charges to the CRA account will be made for
activities or hours worked by the two (2) officers outside the
Community Redevelopment Area or for equipment used
outside the Community Redevelopment Area.
c) Other administrative duties as mutually agreed.
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Section 5. Notice. Sixty (60) days notice by either party to the other
pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement shall be given in writing and hand-
delivered or mailed as follows:
Clearwater Community Redevelopment Agency
Attn: , CRA Executive Director
PO BOX 4748
Clearwater, Florida 33756
Telephone: (727) 562-4039
City of Clearwater
Attn: City Manager
PO BOX 4748
Clearwater, Florida 33756
Telephone: (727) 562-4046
Section 6. Entire Agreement. This document embodies the whole
Agreement of the parties. There are no promises, terms, conditions or
allegations other than those contained herein. This Agreement shall be
binding on the parties, their successors, assigns and legal representatives.
Section 7. Indemnification. The CRA and the CITY agree to be fully
responsible for their own acts of negligence, or their respective agents’ acts
of negligence when acting within the scope of their employment and agree
to be liable for any damages resulting from said negligence only to the
extent permitted by Section 768.28, Florida Statutes. Nothing herein is
intended to nor shall it be construed as a waiver of any immunity from or
limitation from liability that the CRA and the CITY are entitled to under the
doctrine of sovereign immunity (Section 768.28, Florida Statutes). Nothing
herein shall be construed as consent by the CRA or the CITY to be sued by
third parties in any manner arising out of this Agreement.
Section 8. Maintenance of Effort. The expenditures authorized by this
Agreement are solely and exclusively to increase community policing
activity and resources. The City agrees that no diminishment of existing
police efforts in the East Gateway will occur as a result of this agreement.
Section 9. Filing Effective Date. As required by Section
163.01(11), Florida Statutes, the Interlocal Agreement shall be filed with the
Clerk of the Circuit Court of Pinellas County after execution by the parties
and shall take effect upon the date of filing.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto, or their law representatives,
have executed this agreement as the date first above written.
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COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA
By: ______________________________
Bruce Rector, Chair
Approved as to form: Attest:
____________________________ _______________________________
David Margolis Rosemarie Call
CRA Attorney City Clerk
Countersigned: CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA
___________________________ By: _____________________________
Bruce Rector. Jennifer Poirrier
Mayor City Manager
Approved as to form: Attest:
____________________________ _______________________________
Melissa Isabel Rosemarie Call
Assistant City Attorney City Clerk
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Agenda Date: 9/15/2025 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 4.2
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Approval of a three-year Interlocal Agreement between the City of Clearwater and the Clearwater
Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to provide staffing and administrative services and authorize
appropriate officials to execute same.
SUMMARY:
Since 2016, the City has provided the CRA department staff with salaries and benefits reimbursed by the
CRA through Tax Increment Financing (TIF) funds. Section 163.387, Florida Statutes, permits the use of
TIF funds for staff and other services in support of CRA redevelopment activities.
The Agreement establishes the roles and responsibilities of both parties, including:
o CRA Responsibilities: Provide annual TIF funding to cover salaries, benefits, and internal service
allocations, subject to CRA budget approval.
o City Responsibilities: Provide staffing, IT, legal, clerk, and administrative support services, as well as
office space for the CRA.
This Agreement transitions from an annual term to a three-year term (FY 2025/26 - FY 2027/28), providing
greater continuity in staffing and operations while maintaining annual budget approval and oversight.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funding will be provided annually through CRA-approved budgets utilizing TIF revenues.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
1.3 Adopt responsive levels of service for public facilities and amenities, and identify resources required to
sustain that level of service.
5.2 Generate organizational success through collaborative engagement and inclusive decision-making to
create shared value outcomes.
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INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
This Interlocal Agreement is made and entered into this ________ day of
_____________, 2025 by and between the Community Redevelopment Agency of
the City of Clearwater, Florida (CRA), a redevelopment agency established
pursuant to law, and the City of Clearwater (CITY), a municipal corporation of the
State of Florida.
WHEREAS, this Agreement is made and entered between the parties
pursuant to Section 163.01, Florida Statutes, the “Florida Interlocal Cooperation
Act of 1969”; and
WHEREAS, on May 16, 2016, the Community Redevelopment Agency
approved the City Manager’s hiring of a CRA Director as a City employee; and
WHEREAS, the City will provide additional staff to assist the CRA director,
for which the CRA agrees to reimburse the City; and
WHEREAS, Section 163.387, Florida Statutes, allows that moneys in the
redevelopment trust fund may be expended from time to time for undertakings of
a community redevelopment agency, including providing for staff, as described in
the community redevelopment plan; and
WHEREAS, the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan establishes
that funds received by the CRA through the use of Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
may be used for certain redevelopment activities; and
WHEREAS, the CRA wishes to enter into a three-year Interlocal Agreement
with the City for the City to provide staff to the CRA and outlining the scope of
services and responsibilities of the parties.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants made by each party
to the other and of the mutual advantages to be realized by the parties hereto, the
CRA and the CITY agree as follows:
Section 1. Term. This Interlocal Agreement will be effective starting
October 1, 2025 and will remain in effect unless terminated by either one of the
parties.
Section 2. Intent. It is the intent of the parties that the TIF funds paid to
the CITY by the CRA pursuant to Section 163.387(6)(a), Florida Statutes, be used
to provide the following staff in support of the CRA:
Pay the salary and benefits for the CRA Department Staff as outlined in
the Exhibit A department organizational chart for Fiscal Years
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE STAFF, EQUIPMENT AND OFFICE
SPACE TO CRA
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2025/2026; 2026/2027; 2027/2028 This amount may increase annually
and is subject to approval in the CRA budget each year.
Section 3. Responsibilities of the CRA
Function: Provide TIF funding in the total on an annual basis for each
contract year, said funds to be utilized by the City will be allocated in the
following manner:
A. An amount to pay the salary and benefits for CRA staff
B. An amount to pay for City Internal Services
These amounts are subject to adjustment and approval in the CRA
budget each year.
Section 4. Responsibilities of the CITY
Scope of Duties: The services that the CITY will provide will be carried out
by the City Manager. These services are:
A. Provide staffing, Information Technology services, telephone
services, Legal services, City Clerk services and other general
services and office space in for the CRA. Adopt operational policies
necessary to support the work of the CRA.
Section 5. Notice. Sixty (60) days notice by either party to the other
pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement shall be given in writing and hand-
delivered or mailed as follows:
Clearwater Community Redevelopment Agency
Attn: CRA Executive Director
PO BOX 4748
Clearwater, Florida 33758
Telephone: (727) 562-4039
City of Clearwater
Attn: City Manager
PO BOX 4748
Clearwater, Florida 33758
Telephone: (727) 562-4040
Section 6. Entire Agreement. This document embodies the whole
Agreement of the parties. There are no promises, terms, conditions or
allegations other than those contained herein. This Agreement shall be
binding on the parties, their successors, assigns and legal representatives.
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE STAFF, EQUIPMENT AND OFFICE
SPACE TO CRA
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Section 7. Indemnification. The CRA and the CITY agree to be fully
responsible for their own acts of negligence, or their respective agents’ acts
of negligence when acting within the scope of their employment and agree
to be liable for any damages resulting from said negligence only to the
extent permitted by Section 768.28, Florida Statutes. Nothing herein is
intended to nor shall it be construed as a waiver of any immunity from or
limitation from liability that the CRA and the CITY are entitled to under the
doctrine of sovereign immunity (Section 768.28, Florida Statutes). Nothing
herein shall be construed as consent by the CRA or the CITY to be sued by
third parties in any manner arising out of this Agreement.
Section 8. Filing Effective Date. As required by Section 163.01(11),
Florida Statutes, the Interlocal Agreement shall be filed with the Clerk of the
Circuit Court of Pinellas County after execution by the parties, and shall take
effect upon the date of filing.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto, or their law representatives, have
executed this agreement as the date first above written.
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER,
FLORIDA
By: _________________________
Bruce Rector, Chairperson
Approved as to form: Attest:
____________________________ _______________________________
David Margolis Rosemarie Call
CRA Attorney City Clerk
Countersigned: CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE STAFF, EQUIPMENT AND OFFICE
SPACE TO CRA
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___________________________ By:_________________________
Bruce Rector. Jennifer Poirrier
Mayor City Manager
Approved as to form: Attest:
____________________________ _______________________________
Owen Kohler Rosemarie Call
Assistant City Attorney City Clerk
Cover Memo
City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#25-0876
Agenda Date: 9/15/2025 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 4.3
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Approve funding, in an amount not to exceed $15,000, for the purchase and implementation of the
Downtown CRA Officers E-Bike Program in partnership with the City of Clearwater Police Department and
authorize appropriate officials to execute the same.
SUMMARY:
The Clearwater Police Department (CPD) is seeking approval to integrate electric bicycles (e-bikes) into
the Downtown Community Policing Team. This initiative aligns with the City of Clearwater’s Strategic Plan
and the Downtown Clearwater CRA Plan by enhancing public safety, increasing officer accessibility, and
strengthening community engagement in the downtown area. E-bikes will provide officers with improved
mobility in pedestrian-heavy areas, faster response times, and increased approachability to the public
while promoting eco-friendly transportation alternatives.
Program Outline:
The CPD Downtown Community Policing E-Bike Program will:
Deploy e-bikes for CPD officer patrols within the Downtown CRA boundaries, including areas inaccessible
by vehicles (400/500 blocks of Cleveland Street).
Provide increased officer visibility and direct community engagement.
Enhance mobility for traffic enforcement and public safety education.
Conduct e-bike safety demonstrations for the public and riders.
Support law enforcement investigations, particularly in traffic-related cases where e-bikes are involved.
Total Funding Request: $15,000
E-bikes and accessories (helmets, safety equipment)
Officer certification and training
Maintenance and inspections
Contingency for repairs and adjustments
Goals and Objectives:
Enhance Public Safety
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
• Increase officer response time in congested areas.
• Reduce number of unsafe rider-related complaints in downtown blocks.
Strengthen Community Engagement
KPIs:
• Deploy officers on e-bikes during downtown events.
• Conduct a minimum of 2 public safety demonstrations annually.
• Collect feedback from merchants and residents on officer visibility and approachability.
Community Input:
Supportive Feedback: East Gateway stakeholders expressed unanimous support for increased visibility
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and approachability of e-bike patrols.
Concerns Noted: Businesses including Chiang Mai, P.J.’s Auto World, and Senor Subs expressed
concerns about unsafe e-bike rider behavior on Cleveland Street, reinforcing the importance of CPD’s dual
role in both education and enforcement.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of funding in the amount of $15,000 for the City of Clearwater Police
Department Downtown Community Policing E-Bike Deployment Program. This initiative will improve CPD
officers accessibility, enhance safety and visibility, strengthen community engagement, and promote
sustainability within Downtown Clearwater CRA Area
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funding for this program is available in R2001 Community Policing.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
1.4 Foster safe and healthy communities in Clearwater through first-class public safety and emergency
response services.
1.5 Embrace a culture of innovation that drives continuous improvement and successfully serves all our
customers.
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Business Case
Project Title: CRA OFFICERS E-BIKE PROGRAM
Date Submitted: July 1, 2025
Submitted By: Lt. Steve Baginski
Project Vision Statement: Write a concise, high-level description of the project that states the project’s purpose.
The CRA Officers E-Bike Program is designed to strengthen public safety and community engagement by equipping
the Downtown Community Policing Team with electric bicycles. E-bikes enhance officer mobility, visibility, and
response time, allowing law enforcement to cover ground more efficiently, deter crime through proactive patrols, and
engage more directly with residents and businesses. As the use of e-bikes grows across the country, traditional
bicycles have become less effective tools for maintaining a visible and responsive police presence.
The legal basis for this program is firmly established in Florida Statutes:
•Section 163.387(6)(c)8, Florida Statutes, explicitly allows CRA increment funds to be used for “the development of
community policing innovations.”
•Section 163.360(3), Florida Statutes, affirms that community redevelopment plans may provide for the development
and implementation of community policing innovations as part of authorized redevelopment efforts.
•Under Section 163.387(1)(a), CRA trust funds may be spent only on activities undertaken pursuant to an approved
community redevelopment plan. This program qualifies under that condition.
The E-Bike Program directly aligns with the adopted Downtown Clearwater Community Redevelopment Plan.
Specifically, Policy 30 of the plan (p. 50) supports community policing strategies within the CRA and identifies patrol
enhancements such as bicycle patrols as valid community policing innovations. Policy 30 states:
“Community policing innovations in the CRA shall continue to focus on a variety of policing strategies that increase
police visibility and reduce opportunities for criminal activities. Such innovations include, but are not limited to,
intensified motorized patrol, bicycle patrol, field interrogations, the establishment of a business and/or neighborhood
block watch, and the continued presence of a police substation in the CRA.”
By supporting modernized bicycle patrol with e-bikes, the program fulfills this policy directive and operationalizes the
redevelopment plan’s vision for improved public safety and community trust.
This program will be implemented exclusively within the geographic boundaries of the Downtown Clearwater
Community Redevelopment Area, ensuring alignment with statutory and plan-based funding restrictions.
In summary, the CRA Officers E-Bike Program is fully authorized under Florida law and the adopted community
redevelopment plan. It represents a clear example of how CRA increment funds can be used to implement
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innovative, plan-aligned strategies that advance public safety, reduce crime, and support the long-term revitalization
goals of the Downtown CRA district.
Need and Benefit Summary: Identify the need for this project, include the proposed benefits, value, and feasibility (alignment
with appropriate planning documents include page numbers for reference)
Electric bicycles offer numerous advantages for community policing in a dense urban environment like the CRA
district. E-bikes allow officers to patrol broader areas more efficiently than traditional bikes, especially in pedestrian-
oriented or high-traffic zones where patrol vehicles are impractical. Benefits include:
Faster response times to incidents within the corridor
Reduced officer fatigue, supporting longer and more consistent patrol coverage
Improved community engagement, thanks to the quiet and approachable nature of e-bike patrols
Increased visibility and deterrence, helping to reduce criminal activity through a stronger law enforcement
presence
This initiative is directly aligned with the goals and policies outlined in the Downtown CRA Plan. Specifically:
Policy 30 (Pg. 50): Supports community policing innovations that increase police visibility and reduce
opportunities for criminal activity. E-bikes enhance these efforts by enabling more visible and frequent
patrols across the CRA.
Policy 28 (Pg. 50): Encourages redevelopment and law enforcement strategies focused on high-police-
service properties. E-bikes improve officers’ ability to monitor and respond proactively to such areas.
Policy 29 (Pg. 50): Emphasizes increased coordination and communication among residents, Police
Officers, and Code Compliance staff. E-bike patrols support this by fostering more approachable and
interactive engagement with the public.
These policies, as outlined in the CRA Downtown Plan, serve as a foundation for enhancing public safety and officer
accessibility, and collectively support the purchase and implementation of e-bikes as a strategic public safety
investment.
Stakeholders: Identify key individuals, groups or organizations that may affect, be affected by or perceive themselves to be
affected by the project.
Key stakeholders include:
Downtown residents and visitors, who benefit from a safer and more secure environment
Local businesses, which depend on a vibrant and safe commercial district
Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), whose goals include revitalization, safety, and economic
development
Clearwater Police Department (CPD), particularly the Downtown Community Policing Team
The program supports improved public perception of law enforcement, builds trust, and promotes a visible,
community-oriented policing strategy.
Measurable Strategic Objectives: Include the goals/objectives that can be quantified, i.e. objectives key results, key
performance indicators, and so on.
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The success of the CRA Officers E-Bike Program will be evaluated using the following metrics:
Reduction in response times to incidents in the CRA district
Increased patrol coverage across the corridor
Higher visibility and presence of officers during peak hours and events
Community engagement metrics, including officer-resident interactions and positive public feedback
Changes in reported crime statistics, particularly in areas with high pedestrian activity
Estimated Project Plan
Completion Date: 24/25 Fiscal Year Strategic Plan Objective
##: 1.3,1.4,1.5
CRA Location: Downtown Clearwater CRA Plan Page ##: Pg#50
Budget Source:
CRA Downtown/Inter-local agreement
Estimated Budget
Amount: $15,000
Lead Entity X DTCRA NGCRA
DDB
FOR CRA EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP ONLY
Assigned Project Manager:
Sponsor/Approval Authority:
Signature: Date:
Downtown Community
Policing Team
Innovative Policing: E-Bike
Proposal
Prepared by Ofc. Marscher
Innovative Policing: E-Bikes
•Extended patrol range with less officer fatigue
•Ability to keep pace with the increasing number of e-bikes
which are being utilized by the public
•Improved response time in congested or pedestrian areas
•Quiet and eco-friendly, ideal for community policing
•Positive public perception and approachability
•Sustainability – reduced carbon footprint, energy efficiency,
promotes general shift towards eco-friendly transportation
•Cost-effective compared to patrol vehicles
•Overwhelming positive feedback from community members
E-Bike General Info
•E-bikes are becoming an increasingly popular mode of transportation with the general public and within the downtown Clearwater community.
•E-bikes are permitted to ride in the same areas where traditional bicycles are permitted.
•Educational enforcement details are conducted by law enforcement to increase awareness and educate riders.
Detail conducted on May 28, 2025, resulted in a total of 54 stops/contacts with the vast majority being issued warnings and/or provided with educational material.
Enforcement details are to be conducted in the near future.
PD E-bike will allow for demonstrations to public/riders.
CPD E-Bike Crime Stats/Info
•Large amount of traffic/bike stops conducted
on e-bikes.
•E-Bikes have been involved in several fleeing
to elude cases.
•Multiple traffic crash and traffic homicide
investigations have been conducted in which
e-bikes were involved.
Community Comments
•“E-bikes are dangerous on Cleveland, especially in the closed 400/500
blocks. Chiang Mai is among the last of the businesses on the S side of
Cleveland. With the street blocked, this has especially invited bikes,
skateboard, touch football on the "closed" side of the street. Parents
dine on 1 side while kids play in the other.
I don't mention the "playground" kids as a negative itself. But rather,
those increasing numbers of kids' susceptibility to e-bikers riding while
texting/speeding.”
- Soney (Chiang Mai Thai/Sushi – 415 Cleveland St)
Community Comments
•“The E-Bikes are extremely dangerous on Cleveland Street. I have seen
many cars stopping short to avoid hitting the people on them. Obviously
not the driver's fault, but the people who ride them down Cleveland
Street travel insanely fast on the sidewalks. I personally have been
walking on the new sidewalks near our business, and I sometimes jump
out of the way for fearing of being hit by one. Regular biking probably
would be fine, but the E-Bikes are not ideal for pedestrian safety.”
Regards,
Rita Gianfilippo (P.J.’s Auto World – 1370 Cleveland St)
•“Our main concern is that the e-bikes fly downhill either direction and
usually do not stop at the intersection of Cleveland and Gulf to Bay.”
Staff at Senor Subs and Gyros (1364 Cleveland St)
Accessibility & Engagement
•E-bikes will allow officers to conduct more
effective and prolonged engagement within
the CRA.
•Increased accessibility to the 400 and 500
blocks of Cleveland St. where vehicular access
is not available.
Deployment Area
E-Bikes in Law Enforcement
•Local law enforcement agencies (Pinellas Park PD & HCSO) as well as
multiple agencies statewide are utilizing e-bikes as part of their patrol-
based deployment options.
•Additionally, numerous agencies (PCSO, Largo PD, Treasure Island PD, etc.)
are currently testing e-bikes to determine the best options/viability for
their specific department needs.
•Positive feedback from the community regarding the deployment of e-
bikes includes increased officer visibility and approachability. Unanimous
support received from members at the most recent East Gateway
meeting.
E-Bikes in Law Enforcement
Volcanic APB 29er
•Price: $4,499
•Motor: Bosch Performance Line Sport,
75 Nm torque
•Battery: Bosch Powerpack 500Wh
•Range: Up to 80 miles
•Weight: <53 lbs
•Durability: High
•Max Speed: 28 mph
•Charging: Charges to 50% in 1.2 hrs,
full in 3 hrs (Bosch)
•Pros: Law enforcement design,
lightweight, customizable, lifetime
frame warranty
•Link:
https://volcanicbikes.com/product/ap
proach-patrol-bike-apb-29er-ebike/
Warranty Info
•The Volcanic 29er e-bike comes with a lifetime frame
warranty in addition to a twelve (12) month
component manufacturer warranty.
Sustainability
•Maintenance provided/completed by local e-bike
stores/vendors.
•In-house training for employees who will be utilizing
the bikes.
•Routine inspections of the bikes will be completed by
employees before and after deployments.
•Life expectancy: approximately 3-10 years under
normal use
–Battery life: 3-5 years or 500-1000 charging cycles
Total Estimated Budget
Total Estimated Budget $15,000
•E-Bike
•Helmets
•Certification/Maintenance Trainings
Cover Memo
City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#25-0877
Agenda Date: 9/15/2025 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 4.4
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Downtown Clearwater Community Redevelopment Area Budget and
adopt Resolution 25-02.
SUMMARY:
The Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Downtown Community Redevelopment Area Budget aligns proposed project
expenditures to facilitate future redevelopment of downtown through the implementation of the Downtown
Plan.
The major highlights of the FY 2025-2026 proposed preliminary budget are:
Tax Increment Revenue is $6,505,676 which is an increase of $419,408 over the Amended 2024-2025
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
Decrease in Professional Services
Decrease in Contractual Services
Decrease in Advertising
Increase in Equipment Rental
Increase in Memberships and Subscriptions
Increase in Training and Reference
Operating Expenditures have decreased from FY 24/25. This decrease will still allow for adequate training
and professional services for this fiscal year. Operating Expenditures also includes the payment of
$397,975 to the Downtown Development Board (DDB).
Project Funds
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 $1,362,289. The Interlocal Agreement between
the City and CRA is for salaries, benefits, and internals services, as outlined in the interlocal agreement.
These costs have been split between the Downtown CRA and North Greenwood.
The remaining City TIF revenue has been allocated to Community Engagement ($250,000); Economic
Development ($1,000,000); Transportation ($500,000); Housing ($599,246)
County TIF Funds, $2,878,256 for this fiscal year, are restricted and have been allocated to Economic
Development ($678,256); Transportation ($200,000); Housing ($2,000,000)
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File Number: ID#25-0877
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
1.3 Adopt responsive levels of service for public facilities and amenities, and identify resources required to
sustain that level of service.
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Resolution 25-02 FY 25/26
DT CRA Budget
RESOLUTION NO 25-02
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA,
ADOPTING THE DOWNTOWN CRA FY 2025/2026 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 2025/2026 DOWNTOWN CRA Operating Budget as
outlined on Exhibit A.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of September 2025.
____________________________
Bruce Rector
Chairman
Approved as to form: Attest:
__________________________ _____________________________
David Margolis Rosemarie Call
CRA Attorney City Clerk
2024-2025 2025-2026
Amended Proposed
Budget Budget
Revenues & Transfers In
Tax Increment Financing Revenues
338930 Pinellas County 2,692,656 2,878,256
381115 City of Clearwater 3,393,612 3,627,420
Total TIF Revenues 6,086,268 6,505,676
Other Revenues
361101 Interest Earnings 467,783 300,000
Transfers In
338935 Downtown Development Board 379,275 397,975
369906 Reimbursement-DDB Administration 87,309 90,365
Total Revenues & Transfers In 7,020,635 7,294,016
Expenditures & Transfers Out
Operating Expenditures
530100 Professional Services 246,158 200,000
530300 Contractual Services 25,000 5,000
530500 Maintenance Contract 842 1,000
540300 Telephone Variable 3,950 4,000
540200 Postal Service 500 250
541600 Building & Maintenance Variable 2,000 2,000
542500 Postage 200 -
543100 Advertising 25,000 10,000
543400 Printing & Binding 5,000 5,000
544100 Equipment Rental 5,000 7,000
547100 Uniforms 2,000 2,000
547200 Employee Expense-Travel 15,000 15,000
547300 Milage Reimbursement 3,000 1,000
548000 Other Services 4,000 5,000
550100 Office Supplies 3,000 5,000
550400 Operating Supplies 3,000 4,000
557100 Memberships and Subscriptions 6,000 20,000
557300 Training and Reference 15,000 20,000
581000 Payments to Other Agencies-DDB 379,275 397,975
Total Operating Expenditures 743,925 704,225
Economy Inn-Interest on Loan
Total Debt
Transfers Out
590200 General Fund- Administrative 1,060,401 1,100,000
590800 Community Policing (R2001)257,493 262,289
590800 Community Engagements (R2002)- 250,000
590800 Economic Development- City (R2003)1,064,110 1,000,000
590800 Economic Development- County (R2004)678,256
590800 Infrastructure- City (R2005)791,844
590800 Infrastructure- County (R2006)
590800 Transportation- City (R2007)500,000
590800 Transportation- County (R2008)200,000
590800 Housing- City (R2009)410,206 599,246
590800 Housing- County (R2010)2,692,656 2,000,000
590800 Bluff Development (R2501)
Total Transfers Out 6,276,710 6,589,791
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out 7,020,635 7,294,016
Exhibit A
Downtown Community Redevelopment Agency
Proposed Budget
October 1, 2025- September 30, 2026
Downtown CRA - 6-Year Capial Projection
2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31
Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated
CRA - Projections for CIP 6-Year Plan Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
County TIF 2,878,256 21%2,878,256.00 2,964,604.00 3,053,542.00 3,145,148.00 3,239,502.00 3,336,687.00
City TIF 3,627,420 12%3,627,420.00 3,736,243.00 3,848,330.00 3,963,780.00 4,082,693.00 4,205,174.00
DDB 397,975 8%397,975.00 409,914.00 422,211.00 434,877.00 447,923.00 461,361.00
6,903,651.00 7,110,761.00 7,324,083.00 7,543,805.00 7,770,118.00 8,003,222.00
Other Revenue:
Interest 300,000 300,000.00 300,000.00 300,000.00 300,000.00 300,000.00 300,000.00
DDB Reimbursement 90,365 90,365.00 93,980.00 97,740.00 101,650.00 105,720.00 109,950.00
7,294,016.00 7,504,741.00 7,721,823.00 7,945,455.00 8,175,838.00 8,413,172.00
Growth Factors Revenue %
2026/27 3.0%
2027/28 3.0%
2028/29 3.0%
2029/30 3.0%
2030/31 3.0%
2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31
Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated
Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
Operating Expenditures:
Regular Operating 306,250.00 312,380.00 318,630.00 325,000.00 331,500.00 338,130.00
Payment to DDB 397,975.00 409,914.00 422,211.00 434,877.00 447,923.00 461,361.00
Transfers:
GF Admin 1,100,000.00 1,144,000.00 1,189,760.00 1,237,350.00 1,286,840.00 1,338,310.00
Community Policing 262,289.00 272,780.00 283,690.00 295,040.00 306,840.00 319,110.00
Transfers to Capital (CITY)2,349,246.00 2,401,063.00 2,453,990.00 2,508,040.00 2,563,233.00 2,619,574.00
Transfers to Capital (County)2,878,256.00 2,964,604.00 3,053,542.00 3,145,148.00 3,239,502.00 3,336,687.00
7,294,016.00 7,504,741.00 7,721,823.00 7,945,455.00 8,175,838.00 8,413,172.00
Growth Factors Operating %
Personnel 4.0%
Operating Expenses 2.0%
2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31
% 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 262,289.00 PD 272,780.00 PD 283,690 PD 295,040 PD 306,840 PD 319,110
R2002 - Community Engagement 11%250,000.00 10%240,106.00 10%245,399 10%250,804 10%256,323 10%261,957
R2003 - Economic Development- City 43%1,000,000.00 30%720,319.00 30%736,197 25%627,010 25%640,808 25%654,894
R2004 - Economic Development- County 24%678,256.00 25%741,151.00 25%763,386 30%752,412 30%971,851 30%1,001,006
R2005 - Infrastructure- City 0%- 20%480,213.00 20%490,798 20%501,608 20%512,647 20%523,915
R2006 - Infrastructure- County 0%- 5%148,230.00 5%152,677 0%- 0%- 0%-
R2007 - Transportation-City 21%500,000.00 10%240,106.00 10%245,399 5%125,402 5%128,162 5%130,979
R2008 - Transportation- County 7%200,000.00 10%296,460.00 10%305,354 10%250,804 10%323,950 10%333,669
R2009 - Housing- City 26%599,246.00 30%720,319.00 30%736,197 40%1,003,216 40%1,025,293 40%1,047,830
R2010 - Housing- County 69%2,000,000.00 60%1,778,762.00 60%1,832,125 60%1,887,089 60%1,943,701 60%2,002,012
- - - -
Total City:100%2,349,246.00 100%2,401,063 100%2,453,990 100%2,508,040 100%2,563,233 100%2,619,575
Total County:100%2,878,256.00 100%2,964,603.00 100%3,053,542 100%2,890,305 100%3,239,502 100%3,336,687
Cover Memo
City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#25-0894
Agenda Date: 9/15/2025 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 4.5
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Third Quarter budget amendments for the Downtown Clearwater Community Redevelopment Area
and adopt Resolution 25-01.
SUMMARY:
The Downtown CRA Operating and Capital budgets have been reviewed through the third quarter of FY
2024-25. Updates include adjustments to revenues, transfers, and expenditures to reflect actual and
project needs. Key adjustments include:
Downtown Operating
Adjust the budget to reflect the actual expenditures to date.
Downtown CRA Capital Projects
C2105 Mercado
An increase of $15,000 for Mercado Public Art. $10,000 from Arts and Culture and $5,000 from city
increment transferred from the close of the City’s Downtown Intermodal Project
R2003 Economic Development City-
Decrease of $3,673 in City Increment Revenue
Increase of $167,783 Interest Earning
Increase of $1,063437.39 TIF revenue transferred as part of prior year end closing
Increase of $41,078 in City Increment revenue from the closure of the City’s Downtown Intermodal Project
R2005 Infrastructure City-
Increase of $167,858 reimbursement from PSTA received for their portion of utility undergrounding on
Myrtle Avenue.
R2010 Housing County
Decrease of $86,737 in County Increment received.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
1.3 Adopt responsive levels of services for public facilities and amenities and identify resources required to
sustain that level of service.
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Resolution 25-01 DT CRA Third
Quarter Budget Amendments
RESOLUTION NO 25-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA,
ADOPTING THE THIRD QUARTER AMENDMENTS TO THE
DOWNTOWN CRA FY 2024/2025 ANNUAL OPERATING
BUDGET; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) annual budget
requirements have been clarified and Section 189.016(3), of the Florida Statutes
require that CRA’s adopt their annual budgets by resolution; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA:
Section 1. Adopt the THIRD QUARTER BUDGET AMENDMENTS TO THE FY
2024/2025 DOWNTOWN CRA Operating Budget as outlined on Exhibit A.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of September 2025.
____________________________
Bruce Rector
Chairman
Approved as to form: Attest:
__________________________ _____________________________
David Margolis Rosemarie Call
CRA Attorney City Clerk
2024-25 Revenue/3rd Quarter
Approved Expenditures Proposed Amended Amend
Budget To Date Amendments Budget Ref
Revenues & Transfers In
Tax Increment Financing Revenues
338930 Pinellas County Increment 2,779,393 2,692,656 (86,737.00)$ 2,692,656 1
338935 Downtown Development Board 381,027 379,275 (1,752.00)$ 379,275 1
Total TIF Revenues 3,160,420 3,071,931 (88,489) 3,071,931
Other Revenues
361101 Interest Earnings 300,000 467,783 167,783 467,783 2
Transfers In -
381115 City of Clearwater Increment 3,397,285 3,393,612 (3,673) 3,393,612 1
381782 DDB Administration 87,309 87,309 87,309
Total Revenues & Transfers In 6,945,014 7,020,635 75,621 7,020,635
Expenditures & Transfers Out
Operating Expenditures
530100 Professional Services 250,000 21,875 (3,842) 246,158 3
530300 Contractual Services 25,000 184 25,000
530500 Maintenance Contract - 842 842 842 3
540300 Telephone Service Charges - Variable 3,950 2,360 3,950
540700 Postal Service 500 123 500
541600 Building & Maintenance Variable 2,000 - 2,000
542500 Postage 200 - 200
543100 Advertising 25,000 5,865 25,000
543400 Printing & Binding 5,000 893 5,000
544100 Equipment Rental 5,000 2,105 5,000
547100 Uniforms 2,000 - 2,000
547200 Employee Expense-Travel 15,000 1,623 15,000
547300 Milage Reimbursement 3,000 - 3,000
548000 Other Services 1,000 3,711 3,000 4,000 3
550100 Office Supplies 3,000 1,568 3,000
550400 Operating Supplies 3,000 504 3,000
557100 Memberships and Subscriptions 6,000 3,509 6,000
557300 Training and Reference 15,000 1,420 15,000
581000 Payments to Other Agencies-DDB 381,027 379,275 (1,752) 379,275
Total Operating Expenditures 745,677 425,857 (1,752) 743,925
Transfers Out
590200 General Fund- Administrative 1,060,401 985,511 - 1,060,401
590800 Community Policing (R2001)257,493 257,493 - 257,493
590800 Economic Development- City (R2003)900,000 900,000 164,110 1,064,110 4
590800 Economic Development- County (R2004)-
590800 Infrastructure- City (R2005)791,844 791,844 - 791,844
590800 Housing- City (R2009)410,206 410,206 - 410,206
590800 Housing- County (R2010)2,779,393 2,779,393 (86,737) 2,692,656 4
Total Transfers Out 6,199,337 6,124,447 77,373 6,276,710
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out 6,945,014 6,550,304 75,621 7,020,635
Budget Amendments to Operating Budget
1
2
3
4
To adjust the budget to reflect actual and anticipated expenditures for the fiscal year.
To adjust funding in transfers to capital to adjust for actual Increment received.
To adjust budgeted revenue to actual Increment receipts.
Community Redevelopment Agency
Exhibit A
Third Quarter Budget Review for Fiscal Year 2024/25
To adjust the budget to reflect anticipated revenues for the year.
3rd Quarter
Project Approved Proposed Amended Project Open Available Amend
#Description Budget Amendments Budget To Date Encumb Balance Ref
C2105 Mercado-Downtown Gateway 992,795.00 15,000.00 1,007,795.00 1,007,795.00 - 1
R2001 Community Policing 1,284,389.00 1,284,389.00 1,229,597.96 54,791.04
R2002 Community Engagement 1,836,551.17 1,836,551.17 1,545,093.11 12,500.00 278,958.06
R2003 Economic Development- City 4,637,959.60 1,268,625.39 5,906,584.99 3,537,172.03 461,087.43 1,908,325.53 2
R2004 Economic Development- County 2,019,421.65 2,019,421.65 1,491,769.91 272,437.00 255,214.74
R2005 Infrastructure- City 1,143,508.32 167,858.00 1,311,366.32 687,423.97 623,942.35 3
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 0.00 197,629.00
R2008 Transportation- County 1,258,508.03 1,258,508.03 0.00 1,258,508.03
R2009 Housing- City 533,496.00 533,496.00 0.00 533,496.00
R2010 Housing- County 9,366,903.99 (86,737.00) 9,280,166.99 3,751,250.00 1,250,000.00 4,278,916.99 4
R2501 Bluff Development 4,750,000.00 4,750,000.00 285,687.00 4,464,313.00
Total 30,891,161.76 1,364,746.39 32,255,908.15 15,905,532.48 1,996,024.43 14,354,351.24
Budget Amendments to Projects
1
2
3 To record an increase of $167,858 in reimbursement from PSTA received for their portion of utility undergrounding on Myrtle Avenue.
4
To record a net budget increase of $1,268,625.39 representing the following amendments:
1) a decrease of $3,673 in City increment revenue and an increase of $167,783 from interest earnings to balance the operating budget as
amended; 2) an increase of $1,063,437.39 in TIF revenue transferred as part of prior year end closing to bring the budget in line with the
revenues received; and 3) an increase of $41,078 in City increment revenue from the closure of the City's Downtown Intermodal Project.
To record a decrease of $86,737 in County increment received to balance the operating budget as amended.
Community Redevelopment Agency
Capital Improvement Project Fund
Third Quarter Budget Review for Fiscal Year 2024/25
Actual Expenditures
To record a budget increase of $10,000 to recognize a transfer from Arts and Culture for their portion of the Mercado public art and an
increase of $5,000 in City increment revenue transferred from the closure of the City's Downtown Intermodal project.
Cover Memo
City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#25-0883
Agenda Date: 9/15/2025 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 4.6
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 North Greenwood Community Redevelopment Area Budget, adopt
Resolution 25-04, 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 areas 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 $1,081,779 which is an increase from the
Amended FY 24/25 revenue.
Increment funds are divided between Operating Expenditures and Project Funds. Operating Expenditures
include services, supplies and expenses that occur during the fiscal year and are primarily used for
conducting 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 $42,300; Salaries for CRA Executive Director and CRA staff $100,000 which
is split with the Downtown CRA; R2407, Housing County $200,000; R2409 Mobility County $278,753;
Economic Development City $528,726.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
1.3 Adopt responsive levels of service for public facilities and amenities, and identify resources required to
sustain that level of service.
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Resolution NGCRA
RESOLUTION NO 25-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA,
ADOPTING THE NORTH GREENWOOD CRA FY 2025/2026
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 2025/2026 NORTH GREENWOOD CRA Operating
Budget as outlined on Exhibit A.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of September 2025 .
____________________________
Bruce Rector
Chairman
Approved as to form: Attest:
__________________________ _____________________________
David Margolis Rosemarie Call
CRA Attorney City Clerk
2024-2025 2025-2026
Third Quarter Approved
Amended Budget Budget
Revenues & Transfers In
Tax Increment Financing Revenues
338930 Pinellas County 374,290 478,753
381115 City of Clearwater 471,343 603,026
Total TIF Revenues 845,633 1,081,779
Other Revenues
361101 Interest Earnings 67,603 68,000
Total Revenues & Transfers In 913,236 1,149,779
Expenditures & Transfers Out
Operating Expenditures
530100 Professional Services 48,343 25,000
540200 Postal Service 250 100
541600 Building & Maintenance Variable 1,000 1,000
542500 Postage 250 200
543100 Advertising 5,000 2,500
543400 Printing & Binding 3,000 3,000
547300 Mileage Reimbursement 574 -
548000 Other Services 3,000 2,500
550100 Office Supplies 2,500 2,500
550400 Operating Supplies 1,000 1,000
557100 Memberships and Subscriptions 2,000 2,000
557300 Training and Reference 2,500 2,500
Total Operating Expenditures 69,417 42,300
Transfers Out
590200 General Fund- Administrative 91,558 100,000
590800 Residential Improvement Program-R2401
590800 Business Improvement Program-R2402
590800 Carlton Ave Rehab-R2403
590800 Public Infrusture-R2404
590800 Public Art & Culture-R2405
590800 Housing-City R2406
590800 Housing- County R2407 363,386 200,000
590800 Mobility-City R2408 96,677
590800 Mobility-County R2409 129,996 278,753
590800 Economic Development- City R2502 528,726
Total Transfers Out 843,819 1,107,479
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out 913,236 1,149,779
Exhibit A
Community Redevelopment Agency- North Greenwood
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
October 1, 2025- September 30, 2026
North Greenwood CRA - 6-Year Capial Projection
2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31
Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated
CRA - Projections for CIP 6-Year Plan Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
County TIF 478,753 478,753.00 493,116.00 507,909.00 523,146.00 538,840.00 555,005.00
City TIF 603,026 603,026.00 621,117.00 639,751.00 658,944.00 678,712.00 699,073.00
1,081,779.00 1,114,233.00 1,147,660.00 1,182,090.00 1,217,552.00 1,254,078.00
Other Revenue:
Interest 68,000 68,000.00 68,000.00 68,000.00 68,000.00 68,000.00 68,000.00
1,149,779.00 1,182,233.00 1,215,660.00 1,250,090.00 1,285,552.00 1,322,078.00
Growth Factors Revenue %
2026/27 3.0%
2027/28 3.0%
2028/29 3.0%
2029/30 3.0%
2030/31 3.0%
2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31
Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated
Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
Operating Expenditures:
Regular Operating 42,300.00 43,150.00 44,010.00 44,890.00 45,790.00 46,710.00
Transfers:
GF Admin 100,000.00 104,000.00 108,160.00 112,490.00 116,990.00 121,670.00
Community Policing - - - - - -
Transfers to Capital (CITY)528,726.00 541,967.00 555,581.00 569,564.00 583,932.00 598,693.00
Transfers to Capital (County)478,753.00 493,116.00 507,909.00 523,146.00 538,840.00 555,005.00
1,149,779.00 1,182,233.00 1,215,660.00 1,250,090.00 1,285,552.00 1,322,078.00
Growth Factors Operating %
Personnel 4.0%
Operating Expenses 2.0%
2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31
% 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
R2406 - Housing - City 0%- 40%216,787.00 40%222,232 40%227,826 40%233,573 40%239,477
R2407 - Housing- County 42%200,000.00 50%246,558.00 75%380,932 75%392,360 75%404,130 50%277,503
R2408 - Mobility- City 0%- 20%108,393.00 20%111,116 20%113,913 20%116,786 20%119,739
R2409 - Mobility- County 58%278,753.00 50%246,558.00 25%126,977 25%130,787 25%134,710 50%277,503
R2502 - Economic Development-City 100%528,726.00 40%216,787.00 40%222,232 40%227,826 40%233,573 40%239,477
- - - -
Total City:100%528,726.00 100%541,967.00 100%555,580.00 100%569,565.00 100%583,932.00 100%598,693.00
Total County:100%478,753.00 100%493,116.00 100%507,909.00 100%523,147.00 100%538,840.00 100%555,006.00
Cover Memo
City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#25-0878
Agenda Date: 9/15/2025 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 4.7
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the Third Quarter Budget Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 North Greenwood
Community Redevelopment Agency Budget and adopt Resolution 25-03.
SUMMARY:
Clearwater Community Redevelopment Agency is recommending the following Third Quarter Budget
Amendments to the FY 2024-2025 North Greenwood CRA Budget:
North Greenwood CRA Operating
• Adjust the budget to reflect the actual expenditures to date.
North Greenwood CRA Capital Projects
R2401 Residential Improvement Program increase $26,410.89 prior year
R2402 Business Improvement Program increase $58,103.95
R2403 Carlton Ave Rehab increase $26,410.89
R2404 Public Infrastructure increase $36,975.24
R2405 Public Art & Culture increase $10,564.35
R2408 Mobility City $67,603
R2409 Mobility County decrease $12,936 - decrease in County increment received
R2502 Economic Development City increase $112,200.46 in increment revenue transfer as part of the prior
year end closing.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
1.3 Adopt responsive levels of service for public facilities and amenities, and identify resources required to
sustain that level of service.
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Resolution 25-03 Third
Quarter Budget Amendments
RESOLUTION NO 25-03
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA,
ADOPTING THE THIRD QUARTER AMENDMENTS TO THE
NORTH GREENWOOD CRA FY 2024/2025 ANNUAL
OPERATING BUDGET; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) annual budget
requirements have been clarified and Section 189.016(3), of the Florida Statutes
require that CRA’s adopt their annual budgets by resolution; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA:
Section 1. Adopt the THIRD QUARTER BUDGET AMENDMENTS TO THE FY
2024/2025 NORTH GREENWOOD CRA Operating Budget as outlined on Exhibit
A.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of September 2025.
____________________________
Bruce Rector
Chairman
Approved as to form: Attest:
__________________________ _____________________________
David Margolis Rosemarie Call
CRA Attorney City Clerk
2024-25 Revenue/3rd Quarter
Approved Expenditures Proposed Amended Amend
Budget To Date Amendments Budget Ref
Revenues & Transfers In
Tax Increment Financing Revenues
338930 Pinellas County Increment 387,226 374,290 (12,936.00)$ 374,290 1
381115 City Of Clearwater 473,000 471,343 (1,657.00)$ 471,343 1
Total TIF Revenues 860,226 845,633 (14,593) 845,633
Other Revenues
361101 Interest Earnings 67,603 67,603 67,603 2
Total Revenues & Transfers In 860,226 913,236 53,010 913,236
Expenditures & Transfers Out
Operating Expenditures
530100 Professional Services 50,000 (1,657) 48,343 3
540700 Postal Service 250 250
541600 Building & Maintenance Variable 1,000 1,000
542500 Postage 250 250
543100 Advertising 5,000 5,000
543400 Printing & Binding 3,000 3,000
547300 Milage Reimbursement 574 574
548000 Other Services 3,000 3,000
550100 Office Supplies 2,500 320 2,500
550400 Operating Supplies 1,000 800 1,000
557100 Memberships and Subscriptions 2,000 2,000
557300 Training and Reference 2,500 2,500
Total Operating Expenditures 71,074 1,120 (1,657) 69,417
Transfers Out
590200 General Fund- Administrative 91,558 91,558 - 91,558
590800 Housing- City (R2406)- -
590800 Housing County (R2407)363,386 363,386 - 363,386
590800 Mobility-City (R2408)94,599 94,559 67,603 162,202 4
590800 Mobility- County (R2409)109,613 109,613 (12,936) 96,677 4
590800 Economic Development -City (R2502)129,996 129,996 129,996
Total Transfers Out 789,152 789,112 54,667 843,819
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out 860,226 790,232 53,010 913,236
Budget Amendments to Operating Budget
1
2
3
4
To adjust the budget to reflect actual and anticipated expenditures for the fiscal year.
To adjust funding in transfers to capital to adjust for actual Increment received.
To adjust budgeted revenue to actual Increment receipts.
Community Redevelopment Agency
Exhibit A
Third Quarter Budget Review for Fiscal Year 2024/25- North Greenwood
To adjust the budget to reflect anticipated revenues for the year.
3rd Quarter
Project Approved Proposed Amended Project Open Available Amend
#Description Budget Amendments Budget To Date Encumb Balance Ref
R2401 Residential Improvement Program 500,000.00 26,410.89 526,410.89 84,273.66 42,537.34 399,599.89 1
R2404 Business Improvement Program 1,110,000.00 58,103.95 1,168,103.95 104,779.36 111,871.31 951,453.28 2
R2403 Calrton Ave Rehab 500,000.00 26,410.89 526,410.89 3,598.25 522,812.64 3
R2404 Public Infrastructure 700,000.00 36,975.24 736,975.24 - - 736,975.24 4
R2405 Public Art & Culture 200,000.00 10,564.35 210,564.35 - - 210,564.35 5
R2406 Housing- City 76,422.00 76,422.00 - - 76,422.00
R2407 Housing- County 441,707.00 441,707.00 - - 441,707.00
R2408 Mobility- City 94,599.00 67,603.00 162,202.00 - - 162,202.00 6
R2409 Mobility- County 187,933.00 (12,936.00) 174,997.00 - - 174,997.00 7
R2502 Economic Development- City 129,996.00 112,200.46 242,196.46 - - 242,196.46 8
Total 3,940,657.00 325,332.78 4,265,989.78 192,651.27 154,409 3,918,929.86
Budget Amendments to Projects
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Community Redevelopment Agency
Capital Improvement Project Fund
Third Quarter Budget Review for Fiscal Year 2024/25
Actual Expenditures
To record a decrease of $12,936 in County increment received to balance the operating budget as amended.
To record an increase of $58,103.95 of prior year interest earnings to bring the budget in line with actual revenues.
To record an increase of $26,410.89 of prior year interest earnings to bring the budget in line with actual revenues.
To record an increase of $67,603 from interest earnings to balance the operating budget as amended.
To record an increase of $112,200.46 in TIF revenue transferred as part of prior year end closing to bring the budget in line with the revenues
received
To record an increase of $26,410.89 of prior year interest earnings to bring the budget in line with actual revenues.
To record an increase of $36,975.24 of prior year interest earnings to bring the budget in line with actual revenues.
To record an increase of $10,564.35 of prior year interest earnings to bring the budget in line with actual revenues.
Cover Memo
City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#25-0893
Agenda Date: 9/15/2025 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 4.8
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
Downtown Revitalization
SUMMARY:
A monthly opportunity for CRA Trustees to exchange ideas and address downtown related topic and
priorities.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
2.1 Strengthen public-private initiatives that attract, develop, and retain diversified business sectors.
2.3 Promote Clearwater as a premier destination for entertainment, cultural experiences, tourism, and
national sporting events.
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Cover Memo
City of Clearwater Main Library - Council
Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
File Number: ID#25-0918
Agenda Date: 9/15/2025 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1
File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Community Redevelopment Agency
Agenda Number: 6.1
SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
CRA September Director’s Report
SUMMARY:
Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 9/10/2025
|1DOWNTOWN CLEARWATER COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA
ZZDirectors Report
September 2025
|2CLEARWATER COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Table of Contents
• Downtown CRA Updates
• North Greenwood CRA Updates
• Property Disposition Updates
• North Ward Elementary Updates
|3DOWNTOWN CLEARWATER COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA
Downtown CRA Updates
|4DOWNTOWN CLEARWATER COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA
deTour De Clearwater
Downtown Construction Newsletter
Public Communications and CRA staff
are collaborating on a new
publication,deTour De Clearwater a
community newsletter that provides
updates on downtown construction
projects.
This newsletter will be updated
monthly and will be distributed
throughout the community.
|5DOWNTOWN CLEARWATER COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA
CRA Outreach Meeting
Cory McCaster from Florida SBDC of
Pinellas will attend as a guest speaker
Date: September 30
Time: 3 to 4 p.m.
Location:Clearwater Main Library,
(Council Chambers 1ST Floor)
Next Meeting
|7NORTH GREENWOOD COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA
North Greenwood CRA Updates
|9NORTH GREENWOOD COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA
Property Disposition Updates
|10CLEARWATER COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Property Disposition/Surplus Updates
Property Address Parcel ID:
14 S EVERGREEN AVE (City)15-29-15-64890-003-0190
Park St (City)15-29-15-64890-003-0170
1359 Cleveland St (CRA)15-29-15-64890-003-0010
1351 Cleveland St (CRA)15-29-15-64890-003-0050
The following four vacant properties located on Cleveland Street will be advertised
for disposition and surplus at the end of September.
|11CLEARWATER COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
North Ward Elementary School Update
A presentation by Planning &
Development staff and Rowe
Architects has been prepared for
the City Council Work Session
meeting on September 15, 2025.
Update: