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Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting · 2026-07-29 · agenda

[Country Club Boulevard and Palm Tree Boulevard; case BCR25146MR] The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) approved Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. BCR25146MR with VisualScape, Inc. for the Country Club Boulevard Median Beautification Project. The amendment expands the project scope to include two additional medians on Palm Tree Boulevard between Country Club Boulevard and Cape Coral Parkway. The total amendment amount, including a contingency, is $115,647.53. The project aims to reduce blight by providing landscape beautification and supports the newly acquired 'Old Golf Course'. The original contract was authorized on November 12, 2025. The contract end date remains January 25, 2027. [Palm Tree Boulevard; case BCR25146KMR] This document details landscape and irrigation specifications for a project involving the City of Cape Coral, specifically concerning the Palm Tree Boulevard area. It outlines requirements for tree and shrub planting, ground cover installation, sodding, and the construction of an irrigation system. Key aspects include specific plant types and sizes, soil preparation, mulching depths, irrigation head types and placement, valve specifications, and watering schedules. The project involves extensive landscaping along Palm Tree Boulevard, with specific planting schedules and irrigation system details provided. The document also includes general specifications for contractor responsibilities regarding site protection, utility location, submittals, and maintenance during and after installation. There is no mention of a specific case number, applicant, or decision date within this portion of the document. [Palm Tree Boulevard, Country Club Boulevard, Cape Coral Parkway East, Wildwood Parkway, Cape Coral, Florida; case BCR25146KMR] This document contains detailed specifications for an irrigation system and landscaping for the Palm Tree Boulevard project in Cape Coral, Florida. It outlines requirements for mainline installation, irrigation valves and wiring, pipe and sleeving, controller and sensor placement, cleanup, as-built drawings, final inspection, and warranty. It also includes specifications for tree removal, protection, and preservation, as well as detailed landscape planting schedules and specifications. The project involves the City of Cape Coral as the owner and Kimley Horn and Associates, Inc. as the landscape architect. Specifics on project size, exact location, and case numbers are not detailed in this portion of the document, but it provides extensive technical requirements for contractors. [915 SE 47th Terrace; case 30475] The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is considering a resolution to approve a Breaking Barriers to Business Grant Program application from M.S. Castle, Inc., operating as Backstreets Sports Bar. The grant award requested is $50,000 to assist with eligible expenses for the demolition and reconstruction of an outside patio bar due to water damage, and the replacement and relocation of an existing grease trap system. The total project investment is $389,102. The program encourages non-residential construction, expansions, and renovations within the CRA area by providing financial assistance for eligible expenses. Eligible expenditures include land improvement and development costs, and city fees. Grant awards can cover up to 20% of eligible capital costs, with a maximum of $50,000, and are reimbursement-based. [No Address Assigned; case 30475] Backstreets Sports Bar is seeking $50,000 in grant funding for a project with a total cost of $389,102. The project involves replacing aging grease traps (dating back to the 1970s) and rebuilding an outdoor bar damaged by Hurricane Ian. Construction is scheduled from August 3rd to August 16th, 2026. The applicant, Shelly Walton, has owned and operated the business for 30 years. The project is expected to create 5 new jobs (3 full-time, 2 part-time) and retain 60 existing jobs (50 full-time, 10 part-time). Permit number BLDC25-000281 is in the final stage of approval. The project is deemed feasible and compliant with local codes. [4642 Vincennes Boulevard; case C193001007] The City of Cape Coral is developing a 40-space public parking lot at 4642 Vincennes Boulevard, north of Cape Coral Parkway E. The project includes landscaping, curbing, paving, drainage inlets, and EV infrastructure. The estimated completion date is Winter 2026. The approved budget is $1,030,611, with $73,565.50 expended to date. The project is currently finalizing technical specifications and supporting documents for an Invitation to Bid (ITB). [4813 Vincennes Street; case C193001007] The City of Cape Coral is developing a 20-space public parking lot at 4813 Vincennes Street, south of Cape Coral Parkway. The project includes landscaping, curbing, paving, drainage inlets, and EV infrastructure. The estimated completion date is Fall 2026. The approved budget is $371,020, with $57,387 expended to date. Stormwater staff is working on a master permit with SFWMD for a credit system in the CRA. [Big John's parking lot] A Request for Interest (RFI) has been issued for a mixed-use development on the City-owned Big John's parking lot. The project aims to incorporate the CRA’s Redevelopment Plan policies, potentially doubling existing public parking capacity and adding trash compactors for businesses. The RFI was posted on June 30, 2026, with a response submission deadline of August 6, 2026, followed by a technical evaluation review. [Club Square; case C193001015] The Club Square project involves replacing dumpsters with compactors and improving dumpster enclosures, including steel gates and concrete walls. The scope of work aims to increase capacity and parking spaces. The estimated completion date is Spring 2027. The approved budget is $370,000, with $0 expended to date. Staff comments have been returned to the consultant for review and edits. [Cape Coral Parkway from Triton Ct E to near Del Prado Blvd] The Cape Coral Parkway 6-Laning, Signal Retiming, and Parking project involves widening the parkway to three lanes in each direction from Triton Ct E to near Del Prado Blvd. The scope includes resurfacing, restriping, median removal, tree removal for safety, and signal adjustments. Signal retiming will occur from Del Prado to Chiquita and two intersections on Del Prado post-construction. Construction completion is anticipated by November 30, 2026. The approved budget is $2,372,261, with $188,039 expended to date. Construction began on May 18, 2026. Median removal west of Coronado and rewiring of signalized intersections are anticipated for August. [Downtown Alleys near Cape Coral Parkway - Blocks #67 and #360] The Downtown Alleys near Cape Coral Parkway project involves installing storm pipes and inlets and repaving two 'H-shaped' alleys: Alley #67 (south of Cape Coral Pkwy, behind McDonalds, Titos, etc.) and Alley #360 (north of Cape Coral Pkwy, behind Merricks, Chicago Pizza, etc.). Alley #67 is completed. Alley #360 is under construction, with completion anticipated by October 15, 2026. The approved budget is $1,709,164, with $610,027 expended to date. Alley #67 was completed between May and July. Alley #360 construction is anticipated from July to October. [Country Club Blvd from Palm Tree Blvd to Wildwood Pkwy; case C193001005] The Country Club Blvd Median Landscaping project involves landscaping and irrigation along Country Club Blvd from Palm Tree Blvd to Wildwood Pkwy. The estimated completion date is Summer 2026. The approved budget is $1,390,034, with $877,930 expended to date. Substantial completion of irrigation, trees, ground coverings, mulch, and sod occurred in May. Maintenance has begun in completed sections. An amendment for landscaping and irrigation of two additional medians south of Country Club Blvd on Palm Tree Blvd is on the July 29, 2026, CRA meeting agenda. Sections marked for burrowing owls have not been completed. [From the intersection of Palm Tree Blvd and Country Club Blvd to Wildwood Pkwy and Country Club Blvd; case C193001012] The Palm Tree Blvd Median Landscaping Project involves transportation and median design plans, including access management, followed by landscape and irrigation plans. The estimated completion date is Spring 2027. The approved budget is $3,000,000, with $232,235 expended to date. Final documents were submitted for review in June, with the bid anticipated to be posted by the end of July or early August. [Bimini Basin; case C703001020] The Bimini Basin Mooring Field project involves designing and permitting a mooring field at Bimini Basin, with ancillary improvements at Four Freedoms Park including a new seawall, Captain’s walk, connecting sidewalks, dinghy dock, pump-out facility, and a modular facility with restrooms, showers, and laundry. The estimated completion date is Winter 2026. The approved budget is $497,331, with $389,255.66 expended to date. Staff responded to a FWC Request for Additional Information (RAI) in May, including submittal and acceptance of the Lee County Manatee Protection Plan Permit. Approval from the Army Corps of Engineers or FWC is pending. [Founders Park; case C193001017] The Founders Park – Captains Walk project involves providing waterfront access at Founders Park with a 200’ x 5’ Captains Walk. Notice to Proceed was issued on June 5, 2026, and the Marine Improvement Permit was applied for on June 23, 2026. The estimated completion date is Summer 2026. The approved budget is $98,000, with $0 expended to date. [case C193001016] The Palm Tree Public Square project involves developing a roughly 1-acre parcel into a new park with landscaping, pedestrian features, and a focal point fountain. The estimated completion date for Design Phase II is Spring 2027. The approved budget is $399,630, with $56,318 expended to date. A kickoff meeting for phase II design was held on May 29, 2026, and the consultant is working on 30% design plans. A pre-application meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2026. [Bimini East (approximately 22 acres); case C190901001] The Bimini East redevelopment project encompasses approximately 22 acres and seeks visionary partners for a walkable, vibrant, mixed-use waterfront district. The approved budget is $45,474,013, with $45,220,929 expended to date. Discussions on terms and concept were scheduled for the July 29, 2026, Committee of the Whole meeting. The project area is zoned for Mixed-use Bimini District (MXB), allowing for high density residential uses. The City and CRA have acquired properties totaling $43,221,771.08. Demolition was completed by June 17, 2025. The Request for Proposal (RFP) is available October 2, 2025, due October 30, 2025, with contract negotiations beginning November 24, 2025. The project is a high priority for short-term implementation.