TALLAHASSEE, FL (WTXL) -- Thursday the Tallahassee Community Redevelopment Agency is going to be discussing the Greater Frenchtown improvement plan.
The agency has developed a list of proposed programs and projects for review and implementation by the city.
Programs
- Neighborhood Enhancement and Public Safety Program ($150,000/year): Annual program to encourage neighborhoods to apply for public improvements through their Neighborhood Association.
- Housing Rehab ($200,000 - $300,000/year): Annual program to assist with creation of high quality affordable housing.
- Event Grants ($35,000 - $50,000/year): Annual program to facilitate events which bring people to the CRA Districts to support businesses and increase awareness of the area.
- Business Facility Improvement Grant ($200,000/ year, Max $50,000 per business): Annual program to help small businesses improve the exterior of existing buildings and/or site
Projects
- Large Project Funding ($1,000,000/year): To attract large projects which improve property values, attract businesses; create private investment and jobs through construction spending.
- Frenchtown Entry Feature at Macomb and Tennessee ($350,000): To create a prominent entry to Frenchtown at Macomb and Tennessee Streets.
- Southside Farmers Market ($300,000): To provide a neighborhood center and increase access to fresh foods.
- Bus Shelters ($50,000/year): A multi-year program to provide enhanced bus shelters that have a unique design for Frenchtown and Southside.
- S. Monroe/Adams Corridor ($800,000): To create improvements on S. Monroe/Adams Streets Business corridor.
- FAMU Way to Magnolia Drive Art District ($80,000): To create a unique identity, based on visual arts that will attract visitors and businesses.
The meeting will be held September 24, 2015 from 3 to 5 pm at City Hall.
