Agenda Packet

Community Redevelopment Agency · 2026-07-20 · agenda_packet

[St. Johns Avenue Corridor] The St. Johns Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project is an ongoing redevelopment initiative in the Central Business District. The project involves colored stamped concrete for the amenity strip and planters, with a scope adjustment to use project credits. Construction is scheduled block by block from July 20, 2026, through October 16, 2026, including demolition, electrical installation, concrete sidewalk and amenity strip installation, and landscaping. The project aims to improve pedestrian connectivity, accessibility, and aesthetics. Businesses will remain open during construction, with efforts to minimize disruption and maintain access. The contractor is MAER HOMES, LLC DBA MAER CONSTRUCTION. [Downtown Palatka] The City of Palatka Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is moving forward with the amenity strip update as part of the Downtown Streetscape Project. The project will utilize colored stamped concrete. Work was anticipated to resume on July 16 or July 20, 2026, with the exact start date dependent on weather. The project involves installing the amenity strip in areas with new sidewalks and will then proceed block by block, pouring the sidewalk and amenity strip concurrently. Updates on the project schedule will be provided as they become available. The CRA and City of Palatka are also discussing a draft Interlocal Agreement to consolidate existing practices, clarify roles and responsibilities, and formally document administrative functions supporting redevelopment activities. This agreement will provide a framework for coordination on projects involving City-owned assets within redevelopment districts, project evaluation, administrative services, financial responsibilities, and governance. Separately, the CRA is considering Resolution 2026-CRA-R-1 to commit $125,000 in previously budgeted funds towards the local match for the Florida Department of State Cultural Facilities Grant for the Larimer Arts Center Roof Repair and Weatherproofing Project. The total estimated project cost is $624,000, with the grant providing up to $312,000. The CRA's commitment is part of the required local match, with the City of Palatka providing the remainder through future appropriations. Financial reports for May and June 2026 were presented, showing year-to-date revenues exceeding expenditures. [324 River St] This document is a financial report detailing expenditures for various Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) projects in Palatka. It outlines budgeted versus actual spending for fiscal years 2024, 2025, and 2026 across multiple accounts. Specific projects with significant budget allocations and expenditures include 'Tilghman House Renovations' with a FY2026 budget of $300,000 and $253,300 in outstanding encumbrances, and 'Streetscape II' with a combined FY2026 budget of over $1 million and significant actual expenditures. The report also details funding for 'Building Improvement Grant Program' and 'Bronson-Mulholland House' projects. No new projects or funding actions are proposed; the report is for informational purposes to provide transparency on CRA project activity and financial status.