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COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
MARCH 27, 2023
5:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Open Policy Making and Legislative Session
4. Approve Agenda
5. Presentations and Reports
5.1. Check Presentation – Sofi’s Nails on Main Street
6. Consent Agenda
6.1. Approval of CRA Regular meeting minutes of November 14, 2022
7. Action Items
8. CRA Director Report
8.1. Presentation of Annual Report
9. City Manager / CRA Administrator Report
10. Comments from the Board
11. Comments from the Audience
12. Adjournment
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CITY OF CRESTVIEW Item # 5.1.
Staff Report
CRA MEETING DATE: March 27, 2023
TYPE OF AGENDA ITEM: Presentation
TO: CRA Board
CC: City Manager, City Clerk, Staff and Attorney
FROM: Elizabeth Roy, CRA Director
DATE: 3/23/2023
SUBJECT: Check Presentation - Sofi's Nails on Main Street
BACKGROUND:
Grants are available through the CRA for Beautification and Code Upgrades.
DISCUSSION:
The CRA has been working with Sofi's Nails on Main Street for property approvals, and the approvals have
been completed.
The matching grant for Sofi's Nails is $7,422.50.
GOALS & OBJECTIVES
This item is consistent with the CRA Strategic Plan 2020 Gateway to Opportunities as follows:
To revitalize the district, capitalizing on current resources and recognizing opportunities.
1. Establish a revitalization task force to address economic and physical Revitalization
2. Maintain and Strengthen the Façade Grant Program
3. Develop and enforce building and site maintenance codes
4. Eliminate the informality in the enforcement of regulations
5. Develop a sidewalk restoration and maintenance program
6. Review to realign downtown streets for efficiency/eliminate dangerous intersections
Market the District
Enhance Public and Private partnerships
Enhance the Aesthetics of the District
1. Develop design guidelines for facades, signage, landscaping , access and parking
2. Develop area around new courthouse/add public amenities
3. Eliminate informality of enforcement of regulations
Expand Activity in the District
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The funds for the grant reimbursement are included in the 2022 CRA Budget.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
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Presentation only.
Attachments
None
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CITY OF CRESTVIEW Item # 6.1.
Staff Report
CRA MEETING DATE: March 27, 2023
TYPE OF AGENDA ITEM: Action Item
TO: CRA Board
CC: City Manager, City Clerk, Staff and Attorney
FROM: Maryanne Schrader
DATE: 11/30/2022
SUBJECT: Approval of CRA Regular meeting minutes of November 14, 2022
BACKGROUND:
Routine approval of minutes.
DISCUSSION:
The minutes were disbursed prior to the meeting.
GOALS & OBJECTIVES
This item is consistent with the CRA Strategic Plan 2020 Gateway to Opportunities as follows:
To revitalize the district capitalizing on current resources and recognized opportunities
1. Establish a revitalization task force to address economic and physical Revitalization
2. Maintain and Strengthen the Façade Grant Program
3. Develop green space, open space parks, and public plaza programs and promote connectivity within the
community
To provide infrastructure for current and future needs
1. Develop and enforce building and site maintenance codes
2. Eliminate the informality in the enforcement of regulations
3. Develop a sidewalk restoration and maintenance program
4. Review a realign downtown streets for efficiency/eliminate dangerous intersections
Market the District
1. Build and develop an active marketing and branding program
2. Promote CRA district on website and all social media platforms
3. Clearly identify “Historic Downtown Crestview” and direct visitors and locals to the district
4. Develop “Gateways to Crestview”
5. Develop a cohesive “family” of wayfinding signs to the district
Enhance Public and Private partnerships
1. Re-emphasize and incentivize the Crestview Main Street Program
2. Refocus the Historic Preservation Board
3. Enhance the SR 85 Bridge
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Enhance the Aesthetics of the District
1. Develop design guidelines for Facades, signage, landscaping , access and parking
2. Develop area around new courthouse/add public amenities
3. Eliminate informality of enforcement of regulations
Expand Activity in the District
1. Promote Arts in the downtown and entire CRA district
Economic Development in the District
1. Amend Comprehensive plan to mixed use for downtown district
2. Develop a commercial incentive program to encourage new development, economic activities and job
creation
Connectivity
1. Develop an access road from Industrial Drive to Twin Hills Park
2. Develop a Bike path/pedestrian trail link to between downtown and Twin Hills Park
3. Connect Industrial Drive to Twin Hills park with new entrance
FINANCIAL IMPACT
n/a
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Staff respectfully requests a motion to approve the minutes of November 14, 2022.
Attachments
1. 11142022 Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes
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Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes -DRAFT
November 14, 2022
5:30 p.m.
Council Chambers
1.Call to Order
The Regular meeting of the Crestview CRA was called to order at 5:31 p.m. by Chair
Nathan Boyles. Members present: Doug Capps, Andrew Rencich, Cynthia Brown, Joe
Blocker, Ryan Bullard, and Margareth Larose-Pierre. Board member Linda Parker was
excused. Also present were City Manager Tim Bolduc, City Clerk Maryanne Schrader,
CRA Director Elizabeth Roy, City Attorney Jonathan Holloway, and staff members.
Chair Nathan Boyles congratulated Board member Ryan Bullard and welcomed him to the
Board.
2.Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chair Nathan Boyles.
3.Open Policy Making and Legislative Session
4.Approve Agenda
Chair N. Boyles called for action.
Motion by Board member Andrew Rencich and seconded by Board member Cynthia
Brown to approve the agenda, as presented.
Roll Call: Nathan Boyles, Joe Blocker, Margareth Larose-Pierre, Andrew Rencich, Cynthia
Brown, Doug Capps, Ryan Bullard. All ayes. Motion carried.
5.Presentations and Reports
6.Consent Agenda
Chair N. Boyles called for action.
Board member Cynthia Brown and seconded by Board member Andrew Rencich to
approve the Consent Agenda, as presented.
Roll Call: Nathan Boyles, Joe Blocker, Margareth Larose-Pierre, Andrew Rencich, Cynthia
Brown, Doug Capps, Ryan Bullard. All ayes. Motion carried.
6.1.Approval of Special meeting minutes of June 27, 2022
6.2.Approval of Special meeting minutes of August 8, 2022.
7.Action Items
7.1.2022-2023 Main Street Agreement
CRA Director Elizabeth Roy came forward to review the agreement. She said the
Veterans Parade has been added.
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Discussion ensued on the details of the agreement.
Motion by Board member Andrew Rencich and seconded by Board member Cynthia
Brown to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the City/CRA and
Main Street Crestview Association.
Roll Call: Nathan Boyles, Joe Blocker, Margareth Larose-Pierre, Andrew Rencich,
Cynthia Brown, Doug Capps, Ryan Bullard. All ayes. Motion carried.
8.CRA Director Report
CRA Director Elizabeth Roy reported that the next event is December 3rd, the Christmas
Parade.
9.City Manager / CRA Administrator Report
City Manager T. Bolduc stated we are working with the railroad company regarding
purchase or extension of the lease for the City Hall parking lot. He explained that CSX
owns the building which is on the lot adding the goal is to increase our parking in the
downtown area. We hope to get started after the first of the year at the latest. He has had
meetings with the business owners downtown about extending their hours, as well. He
mentioned that the events at the Bush House have been successful.
In response to Board member A. Rencich regarding the funding mitigation, City Manager
T. Bolduc replied that the DOT has allowed us an extension on where to apply the funds.
City Manager T. Bolduc said we have worked on rehabilitating the latest acquisition of
property downtown, which was the old post office. A tree surgeon has been secured to
ensure the tree on the property remains. In response to Board member J. Blocker for an
update on current projects, City Manager T. Bolduc replied that the parking lot and
improvements on Main Street are what staff is working on currently.
10.Comments from the Board
Board member C. Brown mentioned she has attended the last two events at the Bush House
and appreciates their hard work. She added they need volunteers.
11.Comments from the Audience
No one came forward.
12.Adjournment
Chair N. Boyles adjourned the meeting at 5:47 p.m.
Minutes approved this 27th day of March 2023.
_____________________________
Chair Nathan Boyles
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Maryanne Schrader, City Clerk
Proper notice having been duly given
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CITY OF CRESTVIEW Item # 8.1.
Staff Report
CRA MEETING DATE: March 27, 2023
TYPE OF AGENDA ITEM: Presentation
TO: CRA Board
CC: City Manager, City Clerk, Staff and Attorney
FROM: Elizabeth Roy, CRA Director
DATE: 3/23/2023
SUBJECT: Presentation of Annual Report
BACKGROUND:
Every year, Florida Redevelopment Agencies must publish an annual report with set information from the
previous year.
This report is due by March 31st.
DISCUSSION:
The Annual report is to be posted on the website of the Redevelopment Agency.
Copies are also to be kept in the City Clerk's office and the office of the CRA, if located in a different location.
The Annual report for fiscal year 2022 will be posted to the City of Crestview website on the Community
Redevelopment Agency section.
Copies are available in the required locations.
GOALS & OBJECTIVES
This item is consistent with the CRA Strategic Plan 2020 Gateway to Opportunities as follows:
To revitalize the district capitalizing on current resources and recognized opportunities
1. Establish a revitalization task force to address economic and physical Revitalization
2. Maintain and Strengthen the Façade Grant Program
3. Develop green space, open space parks, and public plaza programs and promote connectivity within the
community
To provide infrastructure for current and future needs
1. Develop and enforce building and site maintenance codes
2. Eliminate the informality in the enforcement of regulations
3. Develop a sidewalk restoration and maintenance program
4. Review a realign downtown streets for efficiency/eliminate dangerous intersections
Market the District
1. Build and develop an active marketing and branding program
2. Promote CRA district on website and all social media platforms
3. Clearly identify “Historic Downtown Crestview” and direct visitors and locals to the district
4. Develop “Gateways to Crestview”
5. Develop a cohesive “family” of wayfinding signs to the district
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Enhance Public and Private partnerships
1. Re-emphasize and incentivize the Crestview Main Street Program
2. Refocus the Historic Preservation Board
3. Enhance the SR 85 Bridge
Enhance the Aesthetics of the District
1. Develop design guidelines for Facades, signage, landscaping , access and parking
2. Develop area around new courthouse/add public amenities
3. Eliminate informality of enforcement of regulations
Expand Activity in the District
1. Promote Arts in the downtown and entire CRA district
Economic Development in the District
1. Amend Comprehensive plan to mixed use for downtown district
2. Develop a commercial incentive program to encourage new development, economic activities and job
creation
Connectivity
1. Develop an access road from Industrial Drive to Twin Hills Park
2. Develop a Bike path/pedestrian trail link to between downtown and Twin Hills Park
3. Connect Industrial Drive to Twin Hills park with new entrance
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The financial impact of the annual report is included in the annual budget each year.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
No action is needed. Information only.
Attachments
1. CRA FYE 2022
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ANNUAL
REPORT
PREPARED BY
Elizabeth Roy, CRA Director
2022
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CRA
AREA MAP
PROPERTY VALUES
BASE YEAR: $12,452,562
CURRENT YEAR: $35,831,186
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CRA
BOARD AND STAFF
Andrew Rencich Cynthia Brown Doug Capps Joe Blocker
Ryan Bullard Margareth Larose-Pierre Linda Parker
Nathan Boyles, Elizabeth Roy Tim Bolduc
Chairman CRA Director City Manager
Ad Hoc Member
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CRA
VISION
“TO ENCOURAGE REDEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE
DISTRICT THAT WILL ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE
OF THE COMMUNITY, WHILE MAINTAINING
HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE.”
CRA
MISSION
“TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE
THROUGH
REDEVELOPMENT”
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CRA
STRATEGIC PLAN
IN JULY OF 2019, THE CRESTVIEW COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY DEVELOPED A
STRATEGIC PLAN TO GUIDE THE CRA THROUGH
THE COMING YEARS IN REDEVELOPMENT.
8 FOCUS AREAS WERE DETERMINED TO BE THE
MOST IMPORTANT MOVING FORWARD, WHILE
STAYING WITHIN THE ESTABLISHED CRA PLAN.
THE ENTIRE CRA STRATEGIC PLAN MAY BE
VIEWED ON THE WEBSITE AT:
WWW.CITYOFCRESTVIEW.ORG
OR A COPY MAY BE RECEIVED BY CONTACTING
THE CRA DIRECTOR AT
cra@cityofcrestview.org
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CRA
2021-2022
FINANCIAL REVIEW
REVENUES 2021-2022
CASH CARRY-FORWARD (revised ) $ 908,850
GENERAL FUNDS $ 251,779
Interest $ 1,079
Other (Grant) $ 250,000
Other $ 700
TAX INCREMENT FUNDS $ 247,581
County TIF $ 85,186
City TIF $ 162,395
TOTAL REVENUES INCLUDING CARRY FORWARD $1,408,210
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CRA
2021-2022
FINANCIAL REVIEW
EXPENDITURES 2021-2022
ADMINISTRATIVE $ 41,171
Supplies $ 2,290
Administrative $ 692
Dues/Insurance $ 3,993
Conference/Training $ 2,196
Auditing Fees $ 5,000
Director Salary $ 27,000
CRA PROGRAMS $ 810,070
Marketing $ 1,996
Engineering Fees/Main Street $ 292,560
Main Street Partnership $ 50,000
Sanitary Services $ 860
Signage $ 4,493
Downtown Beautification $ 8,688
Bush House Renovation $ 402,954
Grants, Incentive $ 36,019
Mobility Study Implementation $ 12,500
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 851,241
FUND BALANCE $ 556,969
TOTAL (UNAUDITED) ASSESTS AS OF 9/30/2022 $ 556,969
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CRA
2021-2022
In 2021, the Crestview CRA completed the
Downtown Mobility Study.
The study outlined plans to take Downtown
Crestview from the current conditions:
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CRA
2021-2022
To a vibrant downtown community with
wider sidewalks, easier business access and
beautiful landscaping.
Work is now underway to turn the plan into reality. Follow our
progress at :
www.cityofcrestview.org/Downtown-Crestview-
Redevelopment-Information
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CRA
2021-2022
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
After:
The major accomplishment for 2022 was the renovation of the
Lorenza Bush House .
The Bush House is significant to the History of Crestview through
its association with the Louisville & Nashville Railroad and the
development of the of the Florida Panhandle. The house was built in
1925 by Lorenza Bush, who was a Supervisor of Tracks for the
Louisville & Nashville Railroad.
The renovation of the House was aided in part by a grant from the
State of Florida, Department of State.
The Bush House is now home to the
Crestview History Museum
and also houses the
City of Crestview Cultural Services Division
City of Crestview Sister City Program
City of Crestview Historic Preservation Board
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CRA
2021-2022
BUSH HOUSE RENOVATIONS
After:
BEFORE AFTER
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CRA
2021-2022
BUSH HOUSE RENOVATIONS
After:
BEFORE AFTER
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CRA
2021-2022
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
During fiscal 2022, the CRA Office
developed Design Guidelines for
Commercial Businesses in the CRA District
Photographs of all the different types of bricks in the CRA district
were combined with various historical colors to help business owners
determine the best renovation colors for their businesses to keep the
historical look of the Downtown Crestview area. Other
helpful hints are also included,
and the entire booklet is available online.
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CRA
2021-2022
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Storyboards of Bricks and Paint colors
were also developed to aid businesses in selection of
Historical Colors.
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CRA
2021-2022
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
CRA Office developed a brochure to use
at events and meetings to further explain the purpose of the
CRA
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CRA
2021-2022
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
The CRA, along with the City of Crestview,
dedicated the Tower Sign at the corner of
US 90 and 85
to long-time
City Attorney Ben Holley
Mr. Holley served the City and the CRA
for over 30 years.
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CITY OF CRESTVIEW
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY
WORKING TO CREATE A
C
Community
R
Realizing
A
Dream
“The CRA District is the heart of the City
of Crestview. We are looking forward to
strengthening the area to keep the heart
beating strongly for years to come.”
Elizabeth Roy
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