# CRA Meeting | September 14, 2026


**Body:** WPB-TV
**Date:** September 13, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Professional Services, Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding


The West Palm Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) held a meeting on September 14, 2026, focusing on several procurement and budget-related matters. Key discussions included the approval of a resolution to amend a sublease allowing the Ben Hotel to operate an ice skating rink at 185 Banyan Boulevard for the 2026-2029 holiday seasons, with provisions for equal opportunity pricing. The CRA also adopted amendments to the strategic finance plans and final budgets for the Northwood/Please City and Downtown/City Center Districts, reflecting minor revenue reductions and outlining potential capital projects such as the Seabard train station and parking amenities. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to discussing a second amendment to the ground lease with West Palm Point LLC, addressing construction delays on a major development project. The amendment would extend construction deadlines by 12 to 17 months, with the developer agreeing to commence rent payments starting September 2027 and additional payments beginning January 2028, providing financial incentives to complete the project. Board members expressed frustration over the prolonged delays and emphasized the need for stronger project management and enforcement of milestones to prevent future setbacks. The meeting concluded with a motion to hold a special meeting to further address these issues.

**Source:** WPB-TV