Clearwater CRA

Clearwater CRA In addition, major upscale residential have opened their doors. It’s all coming together in a gem that is once again beginning to sparkle.

The city of Clearwater’s Community Redevelopment Agency aims to promote Downtown Clearwater’s ongoing neighborhood revitalization through programs and initiatives that strengthen and stimulate our local economy and environment. Downtown Clearwater, historically the Pinellas County seat and center of commercial and social activity on Florida’s West Coast, now known as the Cleveland Street District

in downtown Clearwater has a $10+ million streetscape. Just east of the Clearwater Harbor bluff, it is the perfect setting for the unique mix of shopping and dining enterprises that are restoring and preserving the district's distinctive character. A public art program and world class live entertainment at the Capitol Theatre offer pleasures for the eyes and ears and lushly landscaped medians and sidewalks provide cool places in an urban setting. The Clearwater Harbor Marina creates a vital link between the District’s new enterprises and the city’s spectacular waterfront.

The city of Clearwater has officially proclaimed Sept. 14 to 18 as Florida Redevelopment Week. Clearwater's Community Re...
09/04/2026

The city of Clearwater has officially proclaimed Sept. 14 to 18 as Florida Redevelopment Week.

Clearwater's Community Redevelopment Agency staff accepted the proclamation during the Aug. 31 City Council meeting, joining CRAs across Florida in celebrating the impact of community redevelopment.

During this important week, the Clearwater CRA will highlight local projects, businesses, partnerships and investments in Downtown Clearwater and North Greenwood. Stay tuned and see how redevelopment works in Clearwater!

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The Clearwater Arts Alliance is inviting artists to help bring public art to life through the Clearwater Sculpture Serie...
09/03/2026

The Clearwater Arts Alliance is inviting artists to help bring public art to life through the Clearwater Sculpture Series.

The selected artist will receive a $5,000 honorarium, with installation planned for early October 2026. The sculpture will remain on display for approximately 18 months.

Applications are due Sept. 25.

View details and apply:
ClearwaterArtsAlliance.org/Sculpture

CRA Coordinator Brian Ulbricht recently toured the new Council Chamber and Executive Board Room as construction continue...
09/02/2026

CRA Coordinator Brian Ulbricht recently toured the new Council Chamber and Executive Board Room as construction continues to move forward.

With the opening anticipated in October 2026, the new facility will provide updated spaces for public meetings, civic engagement and community decision-making. Exciting progress is underway as Clearwater prepares to welcome the community into its new City Hall.

Learn more: https://loom.ly/5n-hw5g

Join the North Greenwood Citizens Advisory Committee tomorrow, Sept. 2, for its next community meeting.Residents, busine...
09/01/2026

Join the North Greenwood Citizens Advisory Committee tomorrow, Sept. 2, for its next community meeting.

Residents, business owners and community members are invited to hear updates and participate in conversations about North Greenwood.

Wednesday, Sept. 2, at 5:30 p.m.
North Greenwood Recreation Center, Room 1
900 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.

The NGCAC works with the Clearwater CRA to help incorporate community input into plans and investments in North Greenwood.

Learn more at MyClearwaterCRA.com/NGCAC.

Calling all artists, makers, and specialty food vendors! Applications are officially open for the Cleveland Street Mob...
09/01/2026

Calling all artists, makers, and specialty food vendors!

Applications are officially open for the Cleveland Street Mobile Vending Program. This program creates opportunities for businesses and creative entrepreneurs to bring unique products and handcrafted goods to the heart of Downtown Clearwater.

Learn more and apply: MyClearwater.com/MobileVendors

There is a new way to experience the flavors of Soul Sicilian Fusion.Chef and co-owner Nello Mensa has released “The Fla...
08/31/2026

There is a new way to experience the flavors of Soul Sicilian Fusion.

Chef and co-owner Nello Mensa has released “The Flavors of My Life,” his first cookbook, featuring more than 30 authentic Sicilian recipes inspired by his family, roots and lifetime in the kitchen.

This exciting news provides the perfect close to Soul Sicilian Fusion’s recognition as the Clearwater CRA’s August 2026 Business Spotlight.

Discover Soul Sicilian Fusion:
516 Cleveland St., Clearwater
Tuesday–Saturday: 5–9:30 p.m.
727-754-3259
SoulSicilianFusion.com

Read the full Business Spotlight feature:
https://www.myclearwatercra.com/CRA-News/Authentic-Sicilian-Cuisine-Takes-the-August-Spotlight

The Clearwater CRA is getting ready for Redevelopment Week, Sept. 14–18!Led by the Florida Redevelopment Association (FR...
08/28/2026

The Clearwater CRA is getting ready for Redevelopment Week, Sept. 14–18!

Led by the Florida Redevelopment Association (FRA), the initiative is a statewide celebration highlighting the impact of community redevelopment work of CRAs across Florida.

Redevelopment Week will officially be recognized with a proclamation during the Aug. 31 City Council meeting.

Tune in: www.myclearwater.com/My-Government/Meeting-Agendas-Records-and-Documents/Watch-Meetings-View-Meeting-Calendar-Meeting-Rules/City-Council-Meeting

Follow along as we show how Redevelopment works in Clearwater.

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Happening next week: The North Greenwood Citizens Advisory Committee (NGCAC) will hold its next community meeting on Wed...
08/28/2026

Happening next week: The North Greenwood Citizens Advisory Committee (NGCAC) will hold its next community meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 2.

Residents, business owners and community members are invited to hear updates and participate in conversations about North Greenwood.

Wednesday, Sept. 2, at 5:30 p.m.
North Greenwood Recreation Center, Room 1
900 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.

The NGCAC works with the Clearwater CRA to help incorporate community input into plans and investments in North Greenwood.

Learn more at MyClearwaterCRA.com/NGCAC.

The Cleveland Street District Placemaking & Design Workshop is happening today.City staff and stakeholders reviewed exam...
08/25/2026

The Cleveland Street District Placemaking & Design Workshop is happening today.

City staff and stakeholders reviewed examples of seating, shade structures and other site furnishings during an interactive workshop activity with AECOM. Participants shared their preferences and discussed ideas for the 400 and 500 blocks of Cleveland Street.

The public is invited to attend today’s community sessions and join the conversation!

Afternoon Session: 2–3:30 p.m.
Evening Session: 5:30–7 p.m.

Clearwater Main Library
Council Chambers, First Floor
100 N. Osceola Ave.

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