The Central City Redevelopment Advisory Board of Fort Lauderdale convened to review and discuss the fiscal year 2025 and 2026 budgets, focusing on unspent incentive and operations funds and their reallocation. The board proposed allocating funds towards advertisement, incentives, and a $150,000 buildout for new retail space in a redevelopment project. Discussions included the budgeting process, the nature of advertisement expenses as public engagement efforts, and the management of incentive funds. The board also reviewed ongoing and upcoming projects such as streetscape improvements, the Northeast 4th Avenue Complete Street Project, and the procurement process for community art installations. Additionally, the board addressed operational concerns including office space leasing and lighting issues in redevelopment areas. The meeting concluded with motions to approve the budget recommendations and to skip the January meeting due to limited agenda items.

Central City Redevelopment Advisory Board Meeting on December 3, 2025