Community Redevelopment Agency - 06/11/26

The City of Tampa Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) held a meeting on June 11, 2026, focusing on several redevelopment and affordable housing projects within various Tampa neighborhoods, including East Tampa and West Tampa. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussing the Williams Brown Legacy project, a mixed-use affordable housing development with 31 units targeting residents earning 30% to 80% of the area median income (AMI). The board approved a $5 million funding request to support this project, emphasizing local contractor involvement and community impact. The meeting also addressed ongoing negotiations related to a funding item involving the Raise organization, with board members debating the timing of discussions and public engagement. Additionally, the board reviewed policies regarding community benefit agreements tied to commercial grant applications, deciding to evaluate these benefits on a case-by-case basis through staff recommendations. Public comments highlighted concerns about historic property demolitions, community engagement, and equitable redevelopment. Overall, the meeting underscored the CRA's commitment to affordable housing, community-driven development, and transparent project evaluation processes.