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AVERAL LIBRARY MEETING ROOM
Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida
Tuesday
November 13, 2012
4:30 PM
1. Election of Officers for Community Redevelopment Agency.
2. Establish the Organizational Structure of CRA.
3. Consideration of the Community Redevelopment Plan and
recommendation for its approval by the Cape Canaveral City Council,
Brevard County Board of County Commissioners, and all other taxing
authorities that levy ad valorem taxes on property within the boundaries of
the redevelopment area.
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Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, the Agency hereby advises the public that: If a
person decides to appeal any decision made by the Community Redevelopment Agency Board with
respect to any matter considered at this meeting, that person will need a record of the proceedings,
and for such purpose that person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is
made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. This
notice does not constitute consent by the Agency for the introduction or admission into evidence of
otherwise inadmissible or irrelevant evidence, nor does it authorize challenges or appeals not
otherwise allowed by law.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act: all interested parties may attend this
Public Meeting. The facility is accessible to the physically handicapped. Persons with disabilities
needing assistance to participate in the proceedings should contact the Agency Clerk's office
(868-1220 x220 or x221) 48 hours in advance of the meeting.
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City of Cape Canaveral
Community Redevelopment Agency Board
CRA Board Meeting Date: 11/13/20VZ
Item Nos. lf 7 -
Subject: 1. Election of Officers for Community Redevelopment Agency; and
2. Establish the Organizational Structure of CRA.
Department: Community and Economic Development
Summary:
Election of Officers:.
In accordance with Resolution # 2012-16, the Board will be comprised of City
Councilmembers. Staff recommends the Board make elections as follows-.
Chairperson - Mayor Rocky Randels
Vice -Chairperson - Mayor Pro -Tem Betty Walsh
Establish Organizational structure of CRA:
Staff recommends the Board designate the Cape Canaveral Community
Redevelopment Agency a dependent Special District, with the
Registered Office address as 1015 Polk Ave. Cape Canaveral, Florida 32920 (City
Hall),
CRA Director and Registered Agent — David, L. Greene.
CRA Clerk — Angela Apperson
Authorize the filing of above information with the City Council of the City of Cape
Canaveral, the Brevard County Board of County Commissioners, and the Florida
Department of Economic Opportunity, all in accordance with §189.416(1), Florida
Statutes.
Submitting Department Director: Todd Morley Date: 11/08/2012
Attachments: None
Financial Impact: Approximately $500 which is available within the 2012/2013 Fiscal
Year Budget.
Reviewed by Finance Director: John McGinnis Date: i I 'A A 0
The CRA Director recommends that CRA Boar&take he following a6tion(s):
Conduct election of Officers for the Community Redevehe
Agency-, and establish
the Organizational Structure of the CRA.
Approved by CRA Director: David L. GreeneC)'LX1— _Date -
CRA Action: Approved as Recommended
Disapproved
Approved with Modifications
Tabled to Time Certain,
City of Cape Canaveral
Community Redevelopment Agency Board
CRA Board Meeting Date: 11/13/2012
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Subject: Consideration of the Community Redevelopment Plan and recommendation
for its approval by the Cape Canaveral City Council, Brevard County Board of County
Commissioners, and all other taxing authorities that levy ad valorem taxes on property
within the boundaries of the redevelopment area,
Department: Community and Economic Development
Summary: On August 21, 2012, Council adopted Resolution No. 2012-16 which
acknowledges that conditions exist which meet the statutory definition of blight; declares
that redevelopment of blighted areas is necessary in promoting the public health, safety,
morals, and welfare of the residents of Cape Canaveral; determines that there is a need
for the creation of a Community Redevelopment Agency; establishes the Cape
Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency; and declares the City Council to be the
CRA Board.
Two steps remain in the process to establish a CRA: 1) adoption of a Community
Redevelopment Plan, and 2) creation of a Trust Fund for the deposit of CRA funds.
Kimley-Horn & Associates prepared the Community Redevelopment Plan for the Cape
Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency. It includes potential redevelopment
programs, projects, and funding sources. According to Florida Statutes, the Local
Planning Agency must review the CRP for conformity with the Comprehensive Plan. On
October 3, 2012, the Local Planning Agency reviewed the CRP and, by unanimous
vote, found the CRP to be in conformity with the City's Comprehensive Plan and
recommended its approval to the CRA Board.
After the Community Redevelopment Plan is reviewed and recommended for approval
by the CRA Board, it will be distributed to the City Council, Brevard County Government
and all other taxing authorities. Brevard County Board of County Commissioners will
have to approve the CRP before it can be adopted by the City Council. Approval by the
Board of County Commissioners is being scheduled for December 11, 2012.
If the CRP is adopted and the Trust Fund established by December 31, 2012, the base
value for properties in the CRA will be the value as of January 1, 2012. This will likely
be the lowest level for property values and therefore, the most advantageous for future
Tax Increment Financing revenues. In an effort to meet the December 31, 2012 time
constraints, the CRP was drafted to meet the minimum statutory requirements which
allows the CRA greater latitude in addressing the area's needs. A more expansive Plan
can be prepared in the future as monies accrue to the Trust Fund and specific needs of
the CRA are identified.
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Submitting Department Director: Barry Brown Date: 11/08/20,12
Attachments: 1) Community Redevelopment Plan, 2) Local Planning Agency
Recommendation.
� Financial Impact: Tax Increment Financinq (TIF) revenues will be deposited to the I
Community Redevelopment Board
Meeting Date: 11/13/2012
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CRA Trust Fund for redevelopment activities (see CRP for TIF revenue projections).
Reviewed by Finance Director: John McGinnis Date: ///� n I
The CRA Director recommends that the CRA B( rd tlke the following action(s):
Consideration of the Community Redevelopment Plan and recommendation for its
approval by the Cape Canaveral City Council, Brevard County Board of County
Commissioners, and all other taxing authorities that levy ad valorem taxes on property
within the boundaries of the redevelopment area.
Approved by CRA Director: David L. Greene Date:
CRA Action: Approved as Recommended
Disapproved
Approved with Modifications
Tabled to Time Certain
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TO:
Barry Brovm, Planning & Zoning Wirector
Lamar Russell, LPA Chairperson
FROM:
Susan L. Chapman, Board Secretary
DATE:
October A6 2012
RE.,
Community Redevelopment Plan
Recommendation to the CRA Board
On October 3,2012, the Planning & Zoning Board met as the Local Planning Agency.
By unanimous vote, the Local Planning Agency finds the Community Redevelopment Plan to be in
conformity with the City's Comprehensive Plan and recommends approval to the CRA Board.
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City of Cape Canaveral, Florida
Consultant Team
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This report was created with the help and guidance of a number of individuals. This section is intended to
recognize those who have had an active role in the report's creation and community planning.
CITY COUNCIL
Rocky Randels, Mayor
Betty Walsh, Mayor Pro Tera
John Bond, Council Member
Bob H,00g, Council Mernber
Buzz Petsos, Council Member
David L. Greene, City Manager
Barry Brown, Planning & Zoning Director
Todd Morley, Community and Economic Development Director
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ........................................................................................................ ii
EXECUTIVESUMMARY......................................................................................................... 1
INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................... 3
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA.......................................................................... 9
REDEVELOPMENT PLAN.....................................................................................................11
CRA PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS.......................................................................................17
FUNDINGSOURCES..............................................................................................................23
RECOMMENDATIONS.................................................................................. ......... ..........29
LISTOF MAPS.........................................................................................................................3a
APPENDIX.................................................. .I..................................................................34
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In 2009, residents of Cape Canaveral engaged in "Envision Cape Canaveral" a community-based, citizen -
driven process to create a Vision for the City's future. One of the primary objectives of this endeavor was
to develop a vision and implementing strategies for future redevelopment of underutilized areas in the
City. The Envision Cape Canaveral process produced the Cape Canaveral Vision Statement which
envisions a vibrant community that meets the economic, recreational, social, and retail needs of its
citizens. A Visioning Report was prepared which included a list of recommendations for implementation.
In 2010, recommendations were established as formal City policy with adoption of the Evaluation and
Appraisal Report (EAR) based amendments to the Comprehensive Plan. The Amendments outlined
objectives and policies to guide the City in its redevelopment efforts and included designation of a
Community Redevelopment Area and establishment of a Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA).
The City hosted an Economic Development Open House on February 21, 2012, and a subsequent
workshop on September 18, 2012, as a means to garner additional citizen input. City Council and Staff
requested analysis as part of a Finding of Necessity which serves as a basis for designating a Community
Redevelopment Area within the City in accordance with Chapter 163, Part 111, Florida Statutes (F.S.).
The areas within the CRA Boundary are confirmed as qualifying for designation through the independent
analyses performed in the Finding of Necessity.
Several steps are required to create a CRA. The following has been completed:
* 06/19/12 - Cape Canaveral prepared a Finding of Necessity (FON) which demonstrated the
proposed redevelopment area met statutory requirements for a CRA.
* 08/21/12 - Brevard County delegated authority to the City to create a CRA.
* 08/21/12 - Adoption of Resolution 2012-16 created Cape Canaveral CRA and declared the
Council to be CRA Board.
10/3/12 - Review of Community Redevelopment Plan by the Local Planning Agency to
determine consistency with Comprehensive Plan and recommendation to the CRA Board.
Remaining steps:
* CRA Board approval of the CRP and distribution to taxing authorities.
* CRP approval by Brevard County Board of County Commissioners.
* Council adoption of the CRP.
* Creation of Trust Fund by Ordinance.
Formal designation as a Community Redevelopment Area, creation of a Community Redevelopment
Agency, and drafting a Community Redevelopment Plan will allow the City to develop specific
strategies, programs, and improvements to encourage private investment and redevelopment efforts.
When combined with public sector improvements, private investment can support the community's
desired quality of life. Public sector improvements to infrastructure, as well as grants and matching funds
can assist business expansion/relocation and property improvements, thereby contributing to increases in
property values. The City aspires to be proactive and assist property owners along its business corridors
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which are part of the City's image and economic base. By focusing opportunities for economic
redevelopment within the identified areas, the City can provide a plan for incentives/programs to help
drive recovery.
The Community Redevelopment Act, Chapter 163 Part 111, F.S. was created as a tool to assist in
remedying areas to improve the general public welfare, local tax base, and for redevelopment of specific
geographic areas. The Act declares that, "the rehabilitation, conservation, or redevelopment of
deteriorated and distressed areas are necessary in the interest of public health, safety, morals, and
welfare." The first step includes preparation of a technical analysis of the existing conditions within the
proposed redevelopment area that may hinder or support the quality of life and services needed for a
sustainable community. Furthermore, the Act provides that coastal resort and tourist areas "which are
deteriorating and economically distressed due to building density patterns, inadequate transportation and
parking facilities, faulty lot layout, or inadequate street layout, could, through the means provided in this
part, be revitalized and redeveloped in a manner that will improve the economic and social conditions of
the community."
Property valuation data was collected frorn the Brevard County Property Appraiser's Office and
analyzed. The comparative data reflects an average decline in property values within the City of 41 % in
commercial and industrial areas froze 2007 to 2011. During this same period, residential data reflects an
average decline within the community redevelopment area of 47%. As reflected in the Finding of
Necessity report, as economic activity declines, property vacancies increase, and this in turn leads to a
decline in property value. To compound the decline in value, maintenance budgets may be the first to be
cut, leading to a decline in appearance.
Review of existing Community Redevelopment Areas within Brevard County confirms their relative
strength and success in deterring economic decline. The Areas that have received focused economic and
physical community redevelopment planning have experienced property value changes that are relatively
better than conditions within the community as a whole.
The purpose of the CRA is to implement the Vision Statement and recommendations in the Visioning
Report and the Plan provides a listing of programs and projects that can be used to create jobs, increase
investment and property values, and attract the types of services and amenities desired by residents.
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The economic fortunes of Cape Canaveral have mirrored that of the Space Program. As the Space
Program grew in the 60s and 70s so did the City. After a lull in the late 70s the Shuttle program boosted
the economy and carried it for the next 30 years. In the last decade the economy began to diversify with
the growth of hotel and hospitality related uses and as many retirees made Cape Canaveral home. Cape
Canaveral has evolved from a sleepy fishing village, to a weekend beachfront retreat, to a provider of
housing and office support for the Space Program, to a home for retirees and a hub of hospitality related
uses such as hotels, resorts, a convention center, and soon a Brewery. In 2012, a 288 -bed assisted living
facility was approved for construction.
While Cape Canaveral will continue to look for economic opportunities related to the Space Program, the
hospitality and health services industries have recently provided the greatest opportunity for job creation
and economic growth. The cruise ship industry has in part been responsible for construction of the
Residence Inn, Country Inn and Suites, Ron Jon's Cape Caribe Resort and expansions to the Radisson
Resort at the Port.
The economic artery of Cape Canaveral is SR AIA and the commercial activity along this corridor. Most
of the commercial buildings along AlA were constructed during the 60s and 70s and are showing their
age. These buildings are characterized by outdated design and construction methodology, thereby
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limiting their reuse potential. In addition, small lot size and configuration make redevelopment to current
standards for parking, landscaping, setbacks, and stormwater challenging.
As the corridor aged, the City began to see increasing signs of deterioration and lack of investment. The
restructuring of the space industry, national economic downturn, and overall aging of the corridor have
further exacerbated these conditions. In addition, very little retail growth has taken place within the City
resulting in an outflow of dollars and lack of services desired by residents.
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lfconomic DeveloLment Initiatives
The Vision Statement developed during the
Envision Cape Canaveral process in 2009 set the
stage for a series of redevelopment activities.
Since that time the City has pursued
implementation of redevelopment activities and
creation of a Community Redevelopment Agency
(CRA). The Vision Statement calls for new
development that can instill civic pride through
creating a sense of place, implementing
enviromnentally sensitive design, and respecting
the context of the neighborhoods and downtown
area.
The Community Redevelopment Plan (CRP) is
the next step in creating a CRA and will serve as
an important tool to assist the City and its citizens
in remedying old infrastructure problems and
supporting development activities that improve
the general public welfare, improve the local tax
base, and encourage thoughtful and integrated
redevelopment of the SR AIA Corridor- and a
future Town Center project..
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ENVISION CAPE CANAVERAL
"Our Comnmunkv, Our Future"
Constraints
q Disconnected bike paths/sidewalks
• Lack of a town center
o Signage standards and unattractive buildings.
• Vacant derelict buildings
• No public launch facilities
• Lacy of code enforcement
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Opportunities
• Entrance feature on North Atlantic Ave
from AIA
« Redevelopment of underutilized sites
• Establish green space "squares"
• Port Canaveral
+ World class location
o Add sidewalks and street trees
w Establish a "Downtown" that is mixed use
and walkable with tree lined streets
a .Residential beach community
Even before the current economic recession,
community leadership recognized the need for a focused redevelopment effort and as such in 2007, the
Business and Cultural Development Board commissioned an update of the 1995 Redevelopment Plan.
The 2007 Plan had two overriding goals: economic development and improvement of quality of life.
Objective 5 of the Plan addressed both of the goals by calling for establishment of a Community
Redevelopment Agency.
In 2009, elected leaders called upon residents to participate in creation of a Vision for the City's future
and a plan for implementing the Vision. Over 200 citizens participated in "Envision Cape Canaveral" a
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community based, citizen driven process that resulted in a Vision Statement (see Vision Statement below)
that describes the type of City desired by citizens and a Visioning Report that listed recommendations to
achieve the Vision. Strategies to achieve the goals and objectives of the Vision include:
• Redevelopment of underutilized and infill areas as identified in the report,
• Establishment of a downtown area that is a focal point for residents.
• Capitalize on the community's proximity to major economic generators.
• Pursue new revenue opportunities for on-going City operations and to support economic
development efforts.
• Pursue planning that is future -oriented and creates long-term benefits.
Cape Canaveral Vision Statement
We envision: A bike -able and walk -able Cape Canaveral that retains and enhances its
residential feel, characterized by low-rise buildings not more than 4 stories in height, This
residential and business friendly atmosphere is one of a live -able, attractive, safe,
secure, and sustainable coastal community that embraces the beach and riverside as
the main amenities, and supports local culture and education.
We envision: AIA as a "complete street" with a native -landscaped and tree -lined
median with traffic calming elements and dark -sky street lighting. "Complete street"
amenities include bicycle facilities, covered transit stops, and safe pedestrian crossings
that invite pedestrians and bicyclists to access the beach, river, local neighborhoods
and adjacent communities. Our improved "complete streets" will allow us to travel
calmly to intimate waterfront destinations and a walk -able downtown core. Multi -use
paths lined with shade trees should be wide enough for bikes and pedestrians and
lighted so anyone can walk or bicycle safely anywhere in town, day or night.
We envision: Welcoming community entrance features that create a sense of arrival
and unique community identity. The "downtown" and other areas will contain an
architecturally rich and unique mix of uses, with wide tree shaded sidewalks and
umbrella covered cafb tables at restaurants and bistros where friends gather, interact,
and enjoy drinks and dinner,
We envision: A community that; removes or transforms blighted and unfinished
buildings into attractive structures, offers city-wide green spaces, provides a pet -
friendly park with ample shade, and actively recruits and supports businesses that
enhance economic viability and serve our residents and visitors.
We envision: Open shorelines and rivers accessible to the public including amenities
that take advantage of the water, such as limited and quaint water -view
establishments and intimate public gathering and entertainment places that may
include pavilions, gazebos, or a performance stage.
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2009 Community Visioning
Since the 2009 Community Visioning, the primary goal of the City has been to implement the objectives
of the Vision Statement and the recommendations of the Visioning Report. As of June 2011, the City has
completed or is in the process of implementing the following initiatives:
• Created an Ad Valorem Tax Exemption Incentive
• Prepared a Five Year Capital Improvements Plan
® Completed Ridgewood Avenue roadway, bicycle, and pedestrian improvements
• Increased Code Enforcement Activities
• Increased Business Assistance Efforts
• Established a Community Redevelopment Agency
® Created an AIA Economic Opportunity Overlay District
• Pursuing Community Development Block Grants
• Establishing a Brownfields Redevelopment Program
• Pursuing Complete Street projects and funding
Economic Development Action Plan (E -DAP)
The Economic Development Action Plan (EDAP) was
completed in February of 2010 with the primary goal to
"improve the livability mid economic vitality of Cape
Canaveral through smart development, to enhance the
attractiveness of the community for residents, businesses and
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visitors, while preserving its unique, natural coastal setting." 1� #9: Establish BrownfizeldArea.
A number of action items were developed as part of this Plan
including to further support and encourage economic development efforts within the City, establishment
of a Community Redevelopment Agency and a Brownfield Area That plan served as an economic
development tool for the entire City, but many of the action items serve a dual role for the CRA and for
redevelopment. Creation of the CRA will further the implementation of the goals outlined in the EDAP.
Evaluation and Appraisal Report (FAR) .used Amendments
In 2010, the City adopted its Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR) based amendments to the
Comprehensive Plan that further support the community's desire for redevelopment. The EAR based
amendments outline objectives and policies to guide the City in its redevelopment efforts including
designation of a Community Redevelopment Area and establishment of a Community Redevelopment
Agency (CRA).
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AIA Econ ontic Opportunity Overlay District
The land development codes were recently amended to
promote mixed-use developments, streamline
development review and provide flexible development
standards within a portion of the Community
Redevelopment Area. The Overlay District includes
commercial and industrial properties along SR AIA from
the Port in the north to the Canaveral River Area in the
south. The Overlay District establishes architectural
design standards, increases building heights, allows for
additional uses and provides a process for approving
planned developments.
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A IA Multimodal Corridor Planning and Engineering Analysis
SR AIA is the primary economic and transportation artery for Cape Canaveral and the barrier island.
Over time it has become outdated, failing to meet the needs of area residents and businesses.
Recognizing this, community leaders formed the AIA Action Team and called for improvements that will
transform AIA into a multimodal roadway with a "Complete Streets" orientation that emphasizes
pedestrianibicycle mobility, safety and beautification. With support from the Space Coast Transportation
Planning Organization (SCTPO), the AIA Action Team was able to engage in productive dialogue with
the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). Accordingly, FDOT commissioned the SR AIA
Multimodal Planning and Engineering Analysis to provide a "Complete Streets" plan for approximately
14 miles of the SR AIA corridor through, and including, Cape Canaveral. The Analysis will identify
needed improvements, estimate costs, and prioritize candidate projects. It is expected to be completed
spring 2013.
"The vision for the AIA Multimodal Planning and Engineering Analysis is to have a corridor that
functions as a safe and efficient multimodal corridor that connects and supports the economic viability
of several communities. The corridor should be aesthetically pleasing while providing a sense of'
community through innovation, design and connectivity."
North Atlantic Avenue Streetscape Prqject
The North Atlantic Avenue Streetscape Project was initiated in 2012 as a "complete streets" project.
North Atlantic Avenue is a major north -south corridor through the City and located within the adopted
CRA boundary. This Project will extend from SR AIA to Port Canaveral and will connect with the West
Central Boulevard Streetscape Project — Phase 11 and East Central Boulevard Streetscape Project — Phase
111. All of which are planned to be reconstructed as "complete streets".
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Complete Streets is consistent with the City's Vision Statement: "We envision. _as a "complete street"
with a native -landscaped and tree -lined median with traffic calming elements and dark -sky street lighting.
"Complete street" amenities include bicycle facilities, covered transit stops, and safe pedestrian crossings
that invite pedestrians and bicyclists to access the beach, river, local neighborhoods and adjacent
communities. Our improved "complete streets" will allow us to travel calmly to intimate waterfront
destinations and a walk -able downtown core."
Brownfireld Area Designation
By adopting Resolution No. 2012-21, a portion of the City was designated a Brownfield Area, A
Brownfield Area is defined as a contiguous area of one or more brownfield sites, some of which may not
be contaminated, and which has been designated by a local government by resolution. Such areas may
include all or portions of community redevelopment areas, enterprise zones, empowerment zones, other
such designated economically deprived communities and areas, and Environmental Protection Agency -
designated brownfield pilot projects. 376.79(4) F.A.C.
The Brownfield Area Designation is an economic development tool to assist development/
redevelopment, jobs creation, and tax base growth. All commercial and industrial properties within the
CRA have the Brownfield Designation. A map illustrating the Brownfield Area boundary is included in
the List of Maps — Figure 4.
Friday -Fest
Friday Fest is a community festival event established to provide for a place/event for social gathering in
the community. Activities include a variety of food, novelty and craft vendors, children's activities, and
live entertainment. Revenue projections and community involvement have risen since its inception.
Events like this serve important economic development objectives by providing a venue for marketing,
outreach, and promotion of business and development opportunities.
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The Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Area is depicted in Figure 1 —CRA Boundary Map.
The Area is generally the corridor along SR AIA, from Port Canaveral in the north, to the southern City
Limit including properties along North Atlantic Avenue and the "Presidential Streets". This Area was
determined based on discussions with City staff and an independent assessment performed in accordance
with the application of the planning process and community development practices found in Chapter 163,
Part III, F.S. This Area includes a mixture of non-residential and residential uses as well as vacant and
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Map and Zoning Map, included as Figures 2 and 3,
respectively, were reviewed as part of the Finding of
Necessity and for the CRP for consistency in their
application, non -conforming land uses and general
support for redevelopment efforts.
The Community Redevelopment Area is approximately
766 acres or 56 percent of the City's land area. See Table
1. This percentage is less than the maximum percentage
permitted by Statute.
Table 1 provides a breakdown of the acreage and number of parcels within the CRA, The City of Cape
Canaveral is comprised of approximately 1,374 acres including right-of-ways, casements, and other such
areas. Approximately 2,370 parcels are contained within the City, and of those, approximately 1,234 are
located within the Community Redevelopment Area.
*Includes right-of-ways, easements, and other areas within the complete digitized City Boundary
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City Acreage
Acres
Total City Parcel Acreage
1,227
Total City Area*
1,374
CRA Acreage
Acres Percentage of Total
Total CRA Area*
766 56%
CRA Number of Properties
I Total Number
Percentage of Total
Total Number of Parcels in CRA**
1 1,234
100%
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FIGURE 1 CRA BOUNDARY MAP
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The Community Redevelopment Agency is responsible for developing and implementing the Community
Redevelopment Plan. The Plan includes goals for redevelopment in the area and lists programs and
projects to implement them.
Streetscapes and roadway improvements, building
renovations, new building construction, flood control
initiatives, water and sewer improvements, parking lots
and garages, neighborhood parks, sidewalks, street lighting
and street tree plantings are typical projects funded by
community redevelopment agencies. The Plan can also
include redevelopment incentives such as grants and loans
to private owners/businesses within the Community
Redevelopment Area for such things as facade
improvements, sprinkler system upgrades, sign
replacement, and structural improvements. The
Redevelopment Plan is a living document that should be
periodically revised to meet the changing needs within the
Community Redevelopment Area.
The Envision Cape Canaveral process, the Finding of Necessity and community workshops served to
identify specific goals and opportunities for the City to consider in its redevelopment, The CRP turns
those goals into specific action items and projects. This Plan identifies programs/activities that can be
funded/ managed by the CRA to support local businesses and promote redevelopment.
Redevelopment is an ongoing, iterative process that can take decades to achieve. It is the City's intent to
regularly revisit this document, perhaps as part of the CRA's annual reporting process, in order to
celebrate the City's achievements and refocus priorities for the coining years. The City already has
examples from the Envision Cape Canaveral document of what long term redevelopment could look like.
This initial CRP is focused on the short term in order to prioritize activities and to guide the CRA in its
initial actions. Portions of the Plan deal with specific physical improvements and how the CRA can help
support them; equally important are recommended programs/tools designed to support businesses. The
CRA does not intend to support projects that require relocation of residents from the redevelopment area
and therefore, the CRP does not provide provision for relocation of persons displaced from housing
facilities within it.
The State of Florida requires that certain elements or "provisions" be included within a Community
Redevelopment Plan (CRP). As defined by the Florida Statutes, a Community Redevelopment Plan
means a plan, as it exists from time to time, for a community redevelopment area. Furthermore, Chapter
163.360 Florida Statutes requires:
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(1) Community redevelopment in a community redevelopment area shall not be planned or initiated
unless the governing body has, by resolution, determined such area to be a slum area, a blighted area, or
an area in which there is a shortage of housing affordable to residents of' low or moderate income,
including the elderly, or a combination thereof, and designated such area as appropriate for community
redevelopment.
(2) The community redevelopment plan shall:
(a) Conform to the comprehensive plan for the county or municipality as prepared by the local
planning agency under the Community Planning Act.
(b) Be sufficiently complete to indicate such land acquisition, demolition and removal of
structures, redevelopment, improvements, and rehabilitation as may be proposed to be carried
out in the community redevelopment area,; zoning and planning changes, if any; land uses;
maximum densities; and building requirements.
(c) Provide for the development of affordable housing in the area, or state the reasons for not
addressing in the plan, the development of affordable housing. The county, municipality, or
community redevelopment ageney shall coordinate with each housing authority or other
affordable housing entities,functioning within the geographic boundaries of the redevelopment
area, concerning the development of affordable housing.
(3) The community redevelopment plan may provide for the development and implementation of
community policing innovations.
(4) The county, municipality, or community redevelopment agency may itself prepare or cause to be
prepared a community redevelopment plan or any person or agency, public or private, may submit such a
plan to a community redevelopment agency. Prior to its consideration of a community redevelopment
plan, the community redevelopment agency shall submit such plan to the local planning agency of the
county or municipality.for review and recommendations as to its conformity with the comprehensive plan
for the development of the county or municipality as a whole. The local planning agency .shall submit its
written recommendations with respect to the conformity of the proposed community redevelopment plan
to the community redevelopment agency within bd days after receipt of the plan for review. Upon receipt
of the recommendations of the local planning agency, or, if no recommendations are received within such
60 days, then without such recommendations, the community redevelopment agency may proceed with its
consideration of the proposed community redevelopment plan.
(5) The community redevelopment agency shall submit any community redevelopment plan it
recommends for approval, together with its written recommendations, to the governing body and to each
taxing authority that levies ad valorem taxes on taxable real property contained within the geographic
boundaries of the redevelopment area. The governing body shall then proceed with the hearing on the
proposed community redevelopment plan as prescribed by subsection (6).
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(6)(a) The governing body shall hold a public hearing on a community redevelopment plan after public
notice thereof by publication in a newspaper having a general circulation in the area of operation of the
county or municipality. The notice shall describe the time, date, place, and purpose of the hearing,
identify generally the community redevelopment area covered by the plan, and outline the general scope
qf the community redevelopment plan under consideration.
(7) Following such hearing, the governing body may approve the community redevelopment and the
plan therefor ij'itfinds that. -
(a) A feasible method exists for the location of families who will be displaced ,from the community
redevelopment area in decent, safe, and sanitary dwelling accommodations within their means and
without undue hardship to suchfiamilies;
(b) The community redevelopment plan conforms to the general plan of the county or municipality as a
whole;
(c) The community redevelopment plan gives due consideration to the utilization of community policing
innovations, and to the provision qf adequate park and recreational areas and facilities that may be
desirable jbr neighborhood improvement, with special consideration for the health, safety, and welfare of
children residing in the general vicinity of the site covered by the plans;
(d) The community redevelopment plan will afford maximum opportunity, consistent with the sound
needs of the county or municipality as a whole, for the rehabilitation or redevelopment of the community
redevelopment area by private enterprise; and
(c) The community redevelopment plan and resulting revitalization and redevelopment for a coastal
tourist area that is deteriorating and economically distressed will reduce or maintain evacuation time, as
appropriate, and ensure protection for property against exposure to natural disasters.
Chapter 163,360 requires that the CRP "Conform to the comprehensive plan for the county or
municipality as prepared by the local planning agency under the Community Planning Act." On October
3, 2012, the City Planning and Zoning Board, serving as the local planning agency, found the proposed
CRY to be consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan based on the adopted Objectives and Policies
that further support the community's desire for redevelopment. A listing of supportive Objectives and
Policies from the Comprehensive Plan follow:
® Policy ]G-1.4.1: The City shall pursue creation of a Community Redevelopment Agency (2d)
to provide a Lunding source and a plan for redevelopment of commereial and residential
properties. Federal and State Brownfields designations will also be pursued where appropriate.
• Policy IG -1.4,2: The City shall develop a City "brand" or identifiable character which
represents the core values of the community and creates an image consistent With the City's
Vision Statement.
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® Objective LU -1.8: The City shall work toward the use of innovative mixed use land use
classifications and land development regulations to implement the recommendations of`the 2009
Visioning Study for mixed use developments and a downtown center.
The measurement of this Objective is the extent to which innovative land uses and land
development techniques are allowed and the degree to which the following Policies are
implemented.
Policy LU -1.8.1: The City shall encourage the mix of residential, office, commercial, retail,
restaurant, hotel, and flex space through the use of Mixed Use Land Use designations. The
Mixed Use Future Land Use designation provides for a mix of uses within a development site or
within multiple parcel area to encourage flexible and creative design, protect established
residential neighborhoods from adverse impacts of nonresidential development and reduce the
cost of publie infrastructure. When the City adopts a policy creating a mixed-use land use
designations), it will define the percentage distribution for the mix of allowable uses or other
guidelines to implement mixed-use controls consistent with the requirements of 9J-5.006(4),
F.A. C. and further, it will include density and intensity standards for the mixed-use designation
pursuant to Section I63.3177(6)(a), F.S. Designation of Mixed -Use FLU on the FLU Map within
the City and the pursuit of appropriate strategies shall be based upon the following issues,
factors and criteria:
A. Provide for the compatibility of mixed land use patterns, which would consist of retail,
restaurant, commercial, gffxce, hotel, flex space, and residential uses through the
implementation of appropriate land development regulations.
B. Encourage private development activities to coordinate with existing residents and property
owners. Coordinate the provision of adequate public facilities and services.
C. Provide for a reduced need for infrastructure by allowing for shared parking, drainage and
other facilities.
D. Existing single use developments in place prior to the designation of land as Mixed Use
remain legal conforming uses that can be restored in accordance with the current zoning
district standards applicable to the property.
E. Attendant on-sitefacilities such as utilities, structured parking facilities integrated into other
uses, public schools, open space and recreation areas.
Objective LU -1.9: The City shall alleviate the impacts of inadequate public facilities and
services, substandard structures and lot configurations in the blighted or other affected areas in
the City through redevelopment and beautification activities.
The CRP is administered by the Community Redevelopment Agency. A five- to seven -member CRA
Board created by the local government directs the Agency. The CRA Board can be comprised of local
government officials and/or other individuals appointed by the city. Although CRAB are not overseen
by the State, they are considered dependent special districts and have certain annual reporting
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requirements. The CRA term is limited to 30 years, 40 years if extended. After that time, all revenues are
retained by each taxing entity that contributed to the CRA Trust Fund,
City of Cape Canaveral Resolution No. 2012-16 declared the City Council will serve as the CRA Board.
Since the City Council will serve as the CRA Board, specific policies and procedures will need to be
implemented to ensure that CRA Board functions are independently undertaken separate from City
Council responsibilities. Examples include special meeting notices, separate minutes of the CRA Board,
and separate tracking of CRA expenditures and activities. Existing city staff will be assigned
responsibilities to coordinate CRA activities.
A County or Municipality may delegate to the CRA all powers necessary to carry out redevelopment
activities including those powers granted under s. 163.370 with the exce tion of the following, which
continue to vest in the governing body of the County or Municipality:
(1) The power to determine an area to be a slum or blighted area, or combination
thereof; to designate such area as appropriate for community redevelopment; and to hold
any public hearings required with respect thereto,
(2) The power to grant final approval to community redevelopment plans and
modifications thereof.
(3) The power to authorize the issuance of revenue bonds as set forth in s. 163.385.
(4) The power to approve the acquisition, demolition, removal, or disposal of property
as provided in s. 163.3 70(4) and the power to assume the responsibility to, bear loss as
provided ins. 163.3 70(4).
(5) The power to approve the development of community policing innovations.
(6) The power of eminent domain
It is expressly stated that the CRA does not have the power of eminent domain and there are also limits to
the City's powers per Florida Statutes:
163,370 Powers; counties and municipalities,- community redevelopment agencies.
(1) Counties and municipalities may not exercise the power of eminent domain for the purpose
cif preventing or eliminating a slum area or blighted area as defined in this part; however,
counties and municipalities may acquire property by eminent domain within a community
redevelopment area, subject to the limitations set forth in ss, 73.013 and 73.014 or other general
lobe.
Further, in 2005 the City adopted Ordinance No. 14-2005 which places self-imposed limitations on the
City Council's ability to exercise eminent domain powers solely for economic development purposes in
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light of the United States Supreme Court's decision in Kelo v. City of New London. Notwithstanding the
United States 'Supreme Court's decision in Kelo v. City of New London, 125 S. Ct, 2655 (2005), and any
other authority under Florida law, the City Council shall not exercise the power of eminent domain solely
for economic development purposes. Any exercise of such power shall be declared void ab initio.
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CRA PROGRAMS ANDPROJECTS
CRA Funds can be used to assist existing and new businesses as well as provide for infrastructure
improvements. A variety of direct and indirect incentives can be made available to eligible property
owners, developers, and business operators in community redevelopment areas. Direct incentives include
reimbursement of fees, waiver of site requirements, grants for property improvements, and tax rebates to
reduce project costs. Indirect incentives include public improvements that improve marketability and
reduce development costs, such as offsite parking, central stormwater retention, and road improvements.
Financial support for these incentives may come from several sources, including the local government
general fund, tax increment trust fund, and State and Federal grants (e.g., CDBG). Tax Increment Funds
and grants are the most common revenue sources for such incentives. Most communities provide one or
more types of redevelopment incentives depending on available financial. resources. Incentive programs
and actions recommended in this Section can be implemented in the Cape Canaveral CRA depending on
available financial resources, particularly as the tax increment ti ust fund grows.
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Improvement and Beautification Programs — The appearance of buildings and properties is important to
creating an attractive business environment, increasing their marketability, and increasing property
values. The CRA can support property improvements by providing incentives such as matching grants
for facade improvements, sign replacement, and landscape and sprinkler upgrades.
lneenthe Fund - The CRA can establish an
Incentive Fund that allows assistance above and
beyond the previously mentioned fasade grants and
other assistance programs. Applicants can make
application for monies for specific items which are
reviewed by the CRA Board on a case -by -ease
basis.
Low Interest Loan Pool ® The CRA should
investigate establishment of a loan pool or
assistance program with local banks to provide low-
interest loans for projects that have funding
requirements beyond the capacity of existing
programs.
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Waivers and Reimbursements - Up -front costs for new developments can be eased by waiving or
relaxing certain site requirements and development standards and through reimbursement of various
expenses involved in permitting. These incentives include but are not limited to the following:
• Waiver of required parking in excess of the number of spaces that can be accommodated on site.
® Plan/Development/implementation of central stormwater management for the CRA and waiver of
onsite stormwater retention requirements, where possible.
• Waiver of concurrency limitations that may exist because of over -capacity streets in the CRA_ If
applicable, the City should seek to establish a transportation concurrency exception area for the
CRA,
• Waiver or reimbursement for City permit fees, impact fees or fair share costs, utility connection
fees, etc. The City should also work with Brevard County to determine and establish those
circumstances where County impact fees and/or fair share costs can be reduced to encourage
redevelopment and infill in the CRA.
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pact fee AssistancelDefi rtnent Progrant — Impact fees can often be an impediment to business start-
up. The City should consider reducing the amount of impact fees; establishing a program to assist with
payment of fees; and/or allowing for deferment of fees.
New Business Rent Assistance - This type of Program assists fledgling businesses with startup costs.
The CRA commits to a pre -determined level of rent assistance and requires regular monitoring,
compliance review, along with a detailed understanding and commitment to the business plan and
revenue projections. The CRA can set specific employee requirements, lease requirements, and financial
projection outlooks.
Job Creation Bonus Program - This Program is used to attract desired businesses to the CRA. Incentive
criteria can include the amount of wage/salary and benefits, number of jobs created, and the type of
business.
Flexible Zoning and Land Development Regulations -- The City should continue efforts started with the
Al A Economic Opportunity Overlay District to provide for mixed use zoning and flexible development
regulations. Density bonuses are also a way to encourage more creative development plans. Revised
parking requirements, shared parking, and provision of public parking should be considered.
Rehabilitation and Repurposing of Existing Buildings- The CRA can support rehabilitation and
repurposing of existing structures through grants/loans.
Site Preparation -- Funds/loans can be made available to assist with demolition and removal of obsolete
structures, thereby beautifying the property and increasing its marketability.
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Catalyst Pr2jects
Public -Private Partnerships — A public-private partnership (PPP) describes a government service or
private business venture which is funded and operated through a partnership of government and one or
more private sector companies. Risk and reward are shared in a joint contract for services or development.
Examples of PPP projects include; land assembly, note and bond financing for land assembly, site
preparation, public facilities or infrastructure improvements, and loans or grants to developers.
Public Parking Facilities — The provision of public parking maximizes development potential of
properties and therefore creates greater value for property owners and the City.
Shared Off-site Storinwater Retention — Many properties are too small to support new development. The
CRA can purchase property and construct off-site stormwater retention to allow greater utilization of
undersized and nonconforming properties. Many properties are nonconforming and/or undersized to
accommodate modem development regulations for parking, stormwater, and landscaping. By providing
off-site stormwater valuable properties along A I A can be more fully utilized.
Property Acquisition — Many commercial and residential properties are too small to be
developed/redeveloped according to current standards. The CRA can purchase smaller, nonconforming
properties to be aggregated into parcels large enough to accommodate new development,
Town Center Project — Cape Canaveral lacks a traditional downtown and therefore a communal -focal
point. The CRA can fund creation of a mixed use zoning district to support development of a mixed use
project that would serve as a Town Center to include retail, restaurants, office and residential uses. The
CRA should actively recruit and incentivize a developer experienced with Town Center developments.
Parks, Recreation and Open Space — The CRA should give consideration to provision of adequate park
and recreation facilities that may be desirable for neighborhood improvement, with special consideration
for the health, safety, and welfare of children residing in the general vicinity of the redevelopment area.
Streetseape improvements — Streetscape projects are intended to beautify public rights-of-way, provide
safe opportunities for pedestrian/bicycle travel, and upgrade roadways and intersections, Beautification
projects may include landscaping of medians and rights-of-way, undergrounding or relocation of utilities,
decorative lighting, street furniture, and "gateway" features at its entrances. Other streetscape projects
emphasize pedestrian/bicycle mobility and safety such as construction of sidewalks/pedways, enhanced
transit stops, and intersection improvements. The CRA may have opportunities to support the North
Atlantic Avenue and Central Boulevard Streetscape Projects currently being pursued by the City.
Roadway Improvements — Roadway improvements are an important component of redevelopment efforts
and can include roadway construction, resurfacing, intersection improvements, addition of turn lane(s),
etc. Often roadway improvements are made in conjunction with Strectscape Projects.
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'lam ding Signage — The wayfinding approach provides for decorative, uniform signage that directs
potential patrons to local businesses, attractions, and parks. A wayfinding signage plan is developed
through a partnership with FDOT, the City, and local businesses.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Mobility — In general, each road improvement effort undetaken within the CRA
should be viewed in light of connnectivity and access management. Connectivity is about more than cars;
more important for long term vitality of the CRA area and its redevelopment opportunities is the
connectivity and comfort for pedestrians and bicyclists. It is the role of the CRA to be an advocate for
projects identified in the SR AIA Multimodal Corridor Planning and Engineering Analysis, which is
expected to be completed in the Spring of 2013.
Another element of community connectivity that needs to be considered is enhancing the transit stops in
coordination with SCAT. The CRA could look into developing a plan for the transit stops that not only
enhances the rider's experience, but helps with beautification of the corridor. Some CRA's have used this
type of activity in coordination with their branding activities or as a part of a public art program.
Stormwater Management - As a result of historical
development permitted and constructed prior to the
City's and State's current design standards, some
developed properties lack adequate stormwater
management facilities and are nonconforming to local
and state regulatory requirements. Often these
constraints delay or prevent financially feasible
redevelopment.
The ongoing evaluation and maintenance of the
storinwater management system serving the City and
CRA along with the long term planning for stormwater
improvement projects should be a priority within the
CRA for encouraging and supporting private
reinvestment along SR AIA, the North Atlantic corridor
and throughout the CRA. Businesses and property
owners rely on the Stormwater Management System to
provide needed flood protection for their property. The Community relies on the Stormwater Management
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System for handling standing water during and following a storm event to continue with normal activities
(shopping, dining, recreation and other activities) regardless of weather conditions. The effective
management of Stormwater within Cape Canaveral and the CRA is a priority for a sustainable and vibrant
economy. Strategies for improving stonnwater conveyance, treatment and discharge include development
of a Master Stormwater Management Plan that can provide for shared use of infrastructure and future
maintenance costs. Seeking shared funding from the St. Johns River Water Management District, State
and County can support redevelopment and economic revitalization within the corridor.
Planning St(yLies
The CRA may fund planning studies to include, but not limited to: a Master Plan for development of a
Town Center project; Redevelopment of the AIA Corridor; creation of CRA specific zoning regulations
that allow flexibility in accommodating development/redevelopment of undersized properties; create
architectural design guidelines and signage standards; development of mixed use zoning/land use
designation to allow for a Town Center/Downtown project; and other similar initiatives.
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A recession economy, absentee ownership, and dropping land values have contributed to a lack of
property maintenance/decay of commercial and residential structures. Increased Code Enforcement
activities focused on property maintenance and removal of dilapidated structures is an effective
redevelopment tool.
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Branding and Marketing - The City and CRA have an opportunity to strengthen community branding
and partnerships with existing corporate/community-based organizations. Successful branding and
marketing can have a number of positive impacts:
Increase exposure for existing businesses and be a recruitment tool in building a more
complementary business mix.
0 Boost retail traffic and attract residents to the downtown area.
Aid CRA and community actions by increasing volunteerism and giving, by lending credibility to
redevelopment and revitalization efforts.
Business Recruitment — As marketing materials are prepared and programs initiated, the CRA
Board may want to actively recruit desired businesses and services to the CRA. The Board may
commission a marketing survey that provides demographic information used by retailers and
restaurant chains in making locational decisions.
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Special Events - The CRA can fund community
events and festivals which are important to the
image and vitality of the Community. Friday Fest
and Farmer's Market are examples of the type of
events that foster a sense of community and
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.fand Consultant Support —`The CRA and its Board will require staff support to
manage day to day operations, implement planned programs and projects, prepare required State
reporting, and carryout Board direction. CRA Funds can be used to defray costs of a CRA
Director, work performed by City staff for the CRA, and consultants.
Community Redevelopment Plan and Updates, — The CRA Plan is a living document, as
financing and economic conditions dictate it will need to be revised. CRA funds can be used to
defray cost of the initial plan and future updates.
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Tax Increment Fin aLdng
Tax Increment Financing (TIF) is a funding tool available within CRAs. This funding tool provides that a
portion of the increases in ad valorem revenues generated within the Community Redevelopment Area are
deposited into a redevelopment trust fund. The year the Community Redevelopment Agency is
established is the "base year". Taxing authorities continue to collect taxes based on the base year values
while any revenues raised on increases in real property value are collected for the trust fund. As taxable
property values increase due to redevelopment; the redevelopment fund also increases. Tax Increment
Financing is not an additional tax on properties, but is a redistribution of tax revenues to the CRA.
TIF revenues must be used within the CRA and are held in a Redevelopment Trust Fund for activities that
contribute to improvement in the CRA. Funds can be used for property acquisition; public improvements
including parking facilities and streetscapes; financial incentives to developers and businesses; and the
financing of capital improvement projects.
It is important to note that property tax revenue collected by the School Board and any Special District,
such as for libraries, are not affected under the tax increment financing process. TIF revenues are
deposited to a trust fund by the taxing entities (city and county), after monies are received from the tax
collector. The Tax Increment Revenues can be used immediately as they are received to undertake
planning studies or capital projects or other programs that serve the community redevelopment area.
Additionally, these funds can be saved for a particular project or can be bonded to maximize the monies
available. All funds received from a tax increment financing area must be used for specific
redevelopment purposes consistent with an adopted Plan and not for general government purposes.
Section 163.387(1), Florida Statutes provides the following guidance for determining the TIF:
The annual funding of the redevelopment trust fund shall be in an amount not less than that
increment in the income, proceeds, revenues, and funds of each taxing authority derived from or
held in cormection with the undertaking and carrying out of community redevelopment under this
part. Such increment shall be determined annually and shall be that amount equal to 95 percent of
the difference between:
(a) The amount of ad valorem taxes levied each year by each taxing authority,
exclusive of any amount from any debt service millage, on taxable real
property contained within the geographic boundaries of a community
redevelopment area; and
(b) The amount of ad valorem taxes which would have been produced by the
rate upon which the tax is levied each year by or for each taxing authority,
exclusive of any debt service millage, upon the total of the assessed value of
the taxable real property in. the community redevelopment area as shown
upon the most recent assessment roll used in connection with the taxation of
such property by each taxing authority prior to the effective date of the
ordinance providing for the funding of the trust fund.
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Funds deposited in the redevelopment trust fund may be expended only within the boundary of the
redevelopment area and as described in the approved redevelopment plan. These requirements are
articulated in Section 163.387(6), F.S., as follows:
(a) Administrative and overhead expenses necessary or incidental to the implementation of a
community redevelopment plan adopted by the agency.
(b) Expenses of redevelopment planning, surveys, and financial analysis, including the
reimbursement to the governing body or the community redevelopment agency for such
expenses incurred before the redevelopment plan was approved and adopted.
(c) The acquisition of real property in the redevelopment area.
(d) The clearance and preparation of any redevelopment area for redevelopment and
relocation of site occupants as provided in s. 163.370.
(e) The repayment of principal and interest or any redemption premium for loans, advances,
bonds, bond anticipation notes, and any other form of indebtedness.
(f) All expenses incidental to or connected with the issuance, sale, redemption, retirement, or
purchase of agency bonds, bond anticipation notes, or other form of indebtedness,
including funding of any reserve, redemption, or other fund or account provided for in the
ordinance or resolution authorizing such bonds, notes, or other form of indebtedness.
(g) The development of affordable housing within the area.
(h) The development of community policing innovations.
Note, the City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency has not identified a need and does
not anticipate funding at this time for projects identified in subsection (g) and (h) above.
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Property valuation data from the Brevard County Property Appraiser's Office was collected and
analyzed. Certified Property Values for the City as compared to the Community Redevelopment Area are
provided for years 2011 and 2012 and is reflected in Table 2. Over a five year period, 2007 to 2012, the
average percentage change of the selected properties analyzed as part of the adopted Finding of Necessity
was a decline of approximately 41 % within the commercial and industrial areas of the City; residential
areas averaged a decline of approximately 47% in property values. As reflected in this Report, as
economic activity declines, more property vacancies tend to occur and this in turn may lead to a decline in
property values. To compound the decline in value, maintenance budgets may be the first to be reduced
or eliminated, leading to further decline in the property, specifically in appearance.
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TABLE 2
PROPERTY VALUATION' ANALYSIS: CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL AND CRA
CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL PARCELS
2011 TAXABLE VALUE
$760,365,600
2012 TAXABLE VALUE
$758,545,970
CRA PARCELS
2011 TAXABLE VALUE $247,640,100
2012 TAXABLE VALUE
$242,731,440
Ten-year projections of taxable values are based on the following conservative assumptions:
1 A modest 0.5 percent annual increase in taxable values for 2013, as property values
continue to stagnate and with an expectation for some new construction activity to occur
as result of interest in the CRA.
2. A 1.0 percent annual increase in taxable values for 2014 and 2015, reflecting a slight
increase in property values and stabilization of local and regional economic conditions.
3. A 1.5 percent annual increase in taxable values beginning in 2016 and continuing through
2018, because of available vacant land in the CRA and representing a gradual increase in
property valuations.
4. A 2.0 percent annual increase 2019 through 2021, reflecting the beginnings of the next
economic upturn associated with continued growth and the desirability of the region,
coupled with the maturing of the CRA and its Programs.
5. An annual increase of 2.5 percent is projected for 2022, as a return to more sustainable
annual growth rates and private reinvestment continues to be supported within the CRA.
Based on these assumptions, taxable real property values in the CRA are projected to take several years to
grow to levels that will produce revenue streams needed to fund major capital projects. From a base year
valuation of $242 million, the CRA is projected to increase to approximately $283 million by I/1/2022,
representing an increase of approximately $41 million. An increase in taxable value in a year is reflected
in increased revenues the.ffillowing year.
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Ten-year projections of tax increment revenues for the proposed CRA are shown and illustrated in the
graphic image below, Table 3 and Table 4. These projections reflect 95 percent of annual tax increment
values and cur -rent (FYI 1-12) City of Cape Canaveral and Brevard County government millage rates. On
this basis, tax increment revenues (combined City and County contributions) in the CRA are projected to
increase from an estimated $10,354 in the initial year (FY13-14) to approximately $343,933 in FY22-23.
As CRA programs, ftuids and matching grants are re -invested consistent with the CPA plan, annual
revenues can be expected to be much greater in the following decade.
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There are a variety of grant and funding opportunities available to leverage the tax increment funding
received by the Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency. Having a Community
Redevelopment Plan with identified capital improvement projects and program enhancements in place
will increase the likelihood of receiving additional funding for specific projects by providing an overall
vision, community support, and technical implementation criteria that address community goals. The
following is a summary of available grant and funding opportunities. This listing is not intended to be
exhaustive; there may be additional funding opportunities that can further aid design/,development
assistance for the identified Redevelopment Program. It is recommended during the annual review
process that further review and update of available and applicable funding opportunities be explored to
determine applicability for specific project(s), as well as revisions to application procedures, guidelines
and, dollar amounts, etc. (See Appendix)
Historically, Cape Canaveral has utilized a "pay-as-you-go" approach to funding improvements. This
approach reflects a conservative financial perspective that has the advantage of avoiding long term. costs
of financing, but also has a drawback by extending the time frames required to make needed and desired
improvements within the Community Redevelopment Area. An alternative approach is to consider
financing and the issuance of bonds by the CRA based upon projected receipts from the tax increment
revenues. Given the authorized time for the Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Area by statute,
consideration of bonding of tax increment financing is recommended as a means of expediting some of
the project/program elements identified in this CRP. At such future time, the City should seek the advice
and services of a municipal bond counsel or underwriter experienced with tax increment bonds to
determine the potential size of a bond issue and underwriting requirements. Incentives recommended
ultimately for the Cape Canaveral CRA include waiver of certain costly site requirements;
waiver/reimbursement of certain up front project costs; grants for certain types of property improvements,
some form of annual property tax rebate(s) to help support operating income; and participation in projects
as an equity partner or lender,
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The Plan is a living document, intended to be revised as funding is available, needs are identified,
regulations evolve, and as residents and business/property owners express their desires. The Plan lists
programs and projects that can be used by the CRA Board and staff to develop strategies to carry out the
development/redevelopment goals of the CRA.
Successful implementation of the CRP will depend on the collaborative efforts of the CRA, City of Cape
Canaveral and business/property owners/residents. Some projects may require the City to contribute
funds or in-kind services in order to leverage resources available to the CRA.
In an effort to create awareness and build support, the CRA staff should provide regular reports/updates
on its activities to the City, County, Business and Economic Development Board, and residents. The
City's website should be used to inform the Community on the status of the CRP, upcoming events
relative to the Plan and to encourage continued involvement.
The CRA and the City should continue to take a proactive approach to the redevelopment of blighted
areas and aging parts of the community. Successful implementation will require active participation by
residents and business/property owners. The CRA will implement the Plan, its programs and projects as
funding allows. Initially the CRA should establish programs that incentivize business/property owners to
upgrade the appearance of their properties by providing matching grants for fagade improvements, sign
replacement, and landscaping enhancements. In the near term, the CRA should pursue creation of a
Mixed Use Zoning District to accommodate a Town Center project, support North Atlantic Avenue and
Central Boulevard Streetscape projects, establish architectural design standards throughout the
redevelopment area, and participate in the preparation of a "wayfinding" signage plan. Another near-term
project will be to establish a "brand" for the City and implement marketing and business recruitment
efforts. As the Trust Fund accrues TIF revenues, the CRP can be revised to include detailed plans for the
funding and implementation of capital projects.
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Existing Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map (Figure 3)
Proposed Brownfield Map (Figure 4)
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APPENDIX - External Grants and Additional FundingSources
Local Agency Program (LAP) — This is a partnership between FDOT and other local agencies (such as
government entities or transportation authorities) to plan, develop, design, acquire right-of-way, and
construct transportation facilities. FDOT administers funds and contracts with local agencies for
reimbursement of design and construction expenses. The FDOT reimburses these Local Agencies for
services provided to the public. Authority for LAP is provided in Sections 20.23(3) (a), 334.044(7),
339.05, and 339.12 of the Florida Statutes.
Link: http://www.dot.state.fl.us/i)rojectmana.gementoffice/la"/ df§/LAPQuickRef&renceGuide.pd
FDEP Office of Greenways and Trails — The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) offered by the Florida
Office of Greenways and Trails has a competitive Grant Program to assist with developing recreational
trails, trailheads, and trailside facilities. Program moneys are intended to be for the development of
motorized and non -motorized recreational trails. Funds from this Program can be used for property
acquisition, trails development, construction, and maintenance.
Maximum Grant Amount: $250,000 (non -motorized projects); $250,000 (mixed-use projects); and
$592,000 (motorized projects) Matching Ratio: (RTP Grant: Local, Match) 80:20, 60:40, or 50:50
Link: htt]).-Ilwww.dep.statcfl.uslgwiI
Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP) — This Grant Program, offered by
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), is a competitive Grant Program that provides
financial assistance to local governments for developing or acquiring land for public outdoor recreational
purposes. State funding levels have been significantly reduced or eliminated in recent legislative budgets
as a result of competing economic priorities; monitoring of funding each year is recommended.
Maximum Grant: $200,000
Match Requirements: Between zero and 50 percent match required based on total project cost.
The amount available is announced at the start of each submission cycle. The maximum award is
typically $200,000, which may be divided amongst three categories — acquisition, development and trails.
Matching is required as follows:
® 0% match - $50,000 or less
* 25% match - $50,001 - $150,000
* 50% match -over $150,000
Link: www.dep. state. fl. u U/arks/bdrs/default.htm
Florida Forever Grant Prouam This Grant Program is sponsored by the Florida Communities Trust
and provides grants to eligible applicants for the acquisition of land for community-based parks, open
spaces, and greenways that further the outdoor recreation and natural resource protection needs identified
in local government comprehensive plans.
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GrantlMateh: Municipalities with populations greater than 10,000 are required to provide a minimum
match of 25 percent of the total project cost. Small cities that are under the above threshold, and eligible
non-profit environmental organizations, may apply for a 100 percent grant award.
Link: http://www.floridacommunitiestrust.org/ParksandOpenSpac
Kodak America" Greenways Awards — Awards from this Program can be used for mapping, ecological
assessments, surveying, conferences, and design activities; developing brochures, interpretative displays,
audio-visual productions, or public opinion surveys; hiring consultants; incorporating land trusts; building
a footbridge; planning a bike path; or other creative projects. In general, Grants can be used for all
appropriate expenses needed to complete, expand, or improve a greenway project, including planning,
technical assistance, legal, and other costs.
Maximum Grant,• $2,500 (average $500 - $1,000)
Alfatching Requirement.- Selection process includes extent to which the Grant will result in matching funds
or other support from public or private sources.
Application Deadline.- June 30th, annually; Conservation Reserve Program — The Conservation Reserve
Program provides technical and financial assistance to eligible farmers and ranchers to address soil, water,
and related natural resource concerns in an environmentally -beneficial and cost-effective manner. The
Program provides annual payments for 10-15 year contracts for participants.
Link: http://www.conservationfand.org/kodak. awards
Land and Water Conservation Fund — Grants are available from FDEP through the Land and Water
Conservation Fund. This competitive Grant Program provides Fands, for planning and providing
nationwide recreational opportunities. Property acquired or developed with funds from this Program is
required to perpetually maintain public recreation use. Grant amounts are announced prior to the
submission period.
The matching ratio is one applicant dollar to one federal dollar for all Grant awards (50% / 50%). The
maximum request is limited to $200,000.
Link.- http://www.dep.state.fl.us/l)arks/OIRS/default.htm
Rivers,Trails and Conservation Assistance Program (RTCA) — The Rails -to -Trails Conservancy
offers the Rivers, Traits, and Conservation Assistance Program to work with communities to conserve
land and river resources, The Park Service provides technical assistance to any state or local agency.
Assistance can include help with running public meetings, working with adjacent landowners to facilitate
trail development, and involving the public in the planning and design of the trail.
Grant/Match: $500 to $5,000
Deadline: Applications are due by August 1st for assistance beginning the following fiscal year (October
I st through September 30th). Assistance is for one year, and may be renewed for a second year upon
request. Link: http://www.nps.gov/nerc/programs/rtca/contactus/cu_apply.html
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Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) — The U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD) offers financial grants to communities for neighborhood revitalization,
economic, development, and improvements to community facilities and services, especially in low- and
moderate -income areas. Consideration to expand existing CD,BG program funding within the
redevelopment area and to seek both entitlement and non -entitlement funds can leverage local funds and
support needed community and infrastructure improvements.
Link:http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/program—offices/coMm—Planning/communityde
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Federal Transportation Funds — The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) participates with
organizations to support local improvements to the federal highway system, including trail and related
access improvements. Coordination with the local legislative delegation to review opportunities for
annual federal transportation funding provides an opportunity to seek monies for local and regional
transportation improvements that will support development/redevelopment and improved mobility within
Cape Canaveral, including Safe Routes to School Program (SRTS).
Link: http://www.dot.state.fl.us/Safety/SRTS_files/SRTS.shtm
Clean Renewable Energy Bonds Tax credit backed bonds for local government borrowing in support
of alternative energy production can provide an additional source of funding to encourage redevelopment
and economic expansion in Cape Canaveral. The City's and Community Redevelopment Agency's access
to energy transmission facilities and historic power generation sites presents a unique opportunity for
supporting economic revitalization and redevelopment.
Link: littp://www.cleaneiiergyflorida.org/,
Urban Forestry The Division of Forestry administers the Urban and Community Forestry Grant
Program as part of its responsibilities under the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Affairs.
The Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program is a competitive Grant Program that provides funding
for the development of activities relating to establishment and maintenance of urban forests. Eligible
activities include those that foster education of the public, provide for tree plantings, surveys and
inventories of existing canopy, staffing assistance and similar activities. Representatives of the Division
of Forestry are available to work with each community awarded a grant to provide technical assistance
and ensure that program requirements are met. No more that 20 percent of the funds may be used for tree
planting.
Grant/Match: Communities are required to provide a minimum match of 50 percent of the total project
cost.
Link.- http://Www.fl-dof.com/forest—management/cfa urban_grants.html
Section 319 Stormwater — The Nonpoint Source Management Section of the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection administers grant monies it receives from the Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) through Section 319(h) of the Federal Clean Water Act. These Grant Funds can be used to
implement projects or programs that will help reduce nonpoint sources of pollution. Projects or programs
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must be conducted within the state's non -point source (NPS) priority watersheds, which are the state's
Surface Water Improvement and Management Program (SWIM) watersheds and National Estuary
Program waters. Examples of fandable projects include: demonstration and evaluation of Best
Management Practices (BMPs), nonpoint pollution reduction in priority watersheds, ground water
protection from nonpoint sources, public education programs on nonpoint source management, etc. All
approved projects will be contracted with the Department of Environmental Protection and managed by
the staff of the Nonpoint Source Management Section. Project proposals are due each year in late May
with selection completed by September.
Grant/Match: Communities are required to provide a minimum match comprised of 40 percent nonfederal
funding sources within the total project cost. These matching provisions allow other state and local
funding sources to be utilized to leverage federal program assistance.
Link.• http://www,dep.state.fl.us/water/nonpoinU319h.htm
Scenic Highway Administered through the Florida Department of Transportation, the Scenic Highway
Program is designed to heighten awareness of historical and intrinsic resources - cultural, historical,
archeological, recreational, natural and scenic - which collectively, enhance the overall traveling
experience. Program participation provides subsequent benefits to the community; such as resource
preservation, enhancement and protection. While the Florida Scenic Highways Program does not supply
direct funding for those groups desiring Corridor designation, FDOT does provide support for helping
find other funding opportunities. Note that FDOT reports that designated Scenic Highway Corridors
typically have more success in getting grant monies, compared with those not designated.
Link.• http://www.floridaseeiiiehighways.coi-n/
National Scenic . Byways Grant - These Grant Funds include projects associated with safety
improvements, construction of rest areas, passing lanes, etc. and protection of historical, archeological
and cultural resources.
Link: http://seeniebyways.us-parks.com/florida-scenic-byways.htmI
Cultural Grants Proeram - The Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs provides
grants of varying amounts to non-profit organizations and political subdivisions engaged in cultural
programming. The cultural disciplines include dance, folk arts, theater, visual arts, literature and media
arts. The applicant is required to match the Grant with local funds, a portion of which may be donated
materials or services with a specific cost value. Additionally, the Cultural Facilities Program provides
financial support for the renovation of cultural buildings such as museums, performing arts centers and
theaters. Current funding levels in the Program have been negatively impacted by State budget cuts. The
Program should be monitored for potential future leveraging of Community Redevelopment Funds.
Link: http://www.florida-arts.org/grants .
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