Community Redevelopment Agency

Agenda Community Redevelopment Agency Regular Meeting Agenda Monday, December 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM Citrus County Welcome Center 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3. PRESENTATIONS 4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5. PUBLIC INPUT 6. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A. Motion to approve minutes of the CRA meeting held September 8, 2025 7. CRA ATTORNEY 8. CRA ADMINISTRATOR A. Authorization for Staff to approve a CRA Mini-Grant Mural Application for $1,000 at the Crystal River Fire Department. B. Application for Additional Members for the Community Redevelopment Agency Board C. CRA Timeline Extension Update D. Historic Preservation Update 9. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS 10. PUBLIC INPUT 11. ADJOURNMENT (Three Minute Limit) A. Joe Meek, Chair B. Robert Holmes, Vice Chair C. Gabrielle Satchell D. Chris Ensing (Five Minute Limit)

Meeting Date: December 8, 2025 Agenda Item Number: 6.A. CRYSTAL RIVER COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Agenda Item Summary Requested Motion: Motion to approve minutes of the CRA meeting held September 8, 2025 ATTACHMENTS: Description 9.8.25 CRA Minutes.docx

Agenda Community Redevelopment Agency Regular Meeting Agenda Monday, September 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM Citrus County Welcome Center 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Meek called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. Board members present: Chairman Joe Meek, Vice Chairman Robert Holmes, Board member Chris Ensing, Board member Cindi Frink, Board member Gabrielle Satchell Staff present: City Manager Audra Curts-Whann, City Attorney Rob Batsel, Deputy City Clerk Sabrinna Utter, Assistant City Manager/Public Works Director Troy Slattery, Community Engagement Director Leslie Bollin, Human Resources Director Mary Helprin, Visitor Services Director Andrea Hullstrung, Finance Director Michelle Russell-Maynard, Assistant Finance Director Cindy Marihugh, Growth Management Director Carly Hanson, Fire Chief Frank Melillo 2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Motion to adopt the agenda was made by Board member Satchell; seconded by Board member Holmes. Motion carried 5-0. 3. PRESENTATIONS A. Crystal River Main Street Impact Report 2025 Crystal River Main Street Executive Director Alison Pinkston presented the report to council. Board member Frink noted recent social media posts, as did Board member Ensing and Satchell. 4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5. PUBLIC INPUT 6. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A. Motion to approve minutes of the CRA meeting held July 14, 2025 Motion to approve the consent agenda was made by Board member Ensing; seconded by Board Member Frink. Motion carried 5-0. 7. CRA ATTORNEY 8. CRA ADMINISTRATOR A. Consideration of CRA Time Extension

City Manager Curts opened the discussion on the history of the CRA, dates of extension, and potential projects. Chairman Meek agreed that the city needs to develop a project plan and supported the extension of the CRA. Board member Frink and Holmes both agreed. CRA Attorney discussed the process of bringing a resolution forward formally extending the CRA. B. Discussion of CRA Board Composition Chairman Meek opened the discussion. Past Board member Paula Wheeler spoke on the history of having citizens on the CRA, and expressed support of having citizens on the board. Board member Ensing supported the idea of having citizen Board members. City Manager Curts addressed requirements of potential Board members. CRA attorney noted process for moving forward with accepting applications. 9. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS A. Joe Meek, Chair B. Robert Holmes, Vice Chair C. Gabrielle Satchell D. Cindi Frink E. Chris Ensing inquired about the historic maintenance code, and brought forward the idea of having an architectural review of projects downtown. CRA attorney discussed the process of doing such. 10. PUBLIC INPUT Johnny Cash, Crystal River- expressed support for extending the CRA extension as a new member of the Crystal River Mainstreet Board. 11. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Meek adjourned the meeting at 5:35 p.m.

Meeting Date: December 8, 2025 Agenda Item Number: 8.A. CRYSTAL RIVER COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Agenda Item Summary Requested Motion: Authorization for Staff to approve a CRA Mini-Grant Mural Application for $1,000 at the Crystal River Fire Department. Summary: The purpose of the City of Crystal River Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Mini-Grant program is to encourage private investment to improve the appearance and functionality of existing buildings (residential or commercial) within the CRA District. The program provides a 50% match to pay for murals up to $1,000. The mural is proposed to be located at the Crystal River Fire Department along NW 3rd Ave. The complete project cost is $15,000. Leah Tinsley, the CEO of the Creative Artnest, has offered to donate half of the cost of the mural and fundraise the remaining $7,500 from the community. The City of Crystal River is making application for the CRA Mini-Grant to contribute $1,000 to the project. Staff Recommendation: Approval of the CRA Mini-Grant Mural Application for $1,000 at the Crystal River Fire Department. Project Cost: $1,000 Funding Source: 601-61552-48005 (CRA Mini-Grants) Amount Available: $25,000 ATTACHMENTS: Description Crystal River Fire Department Mural Application

G:\PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT\CRA INFORMATION - MISC\CRA Mini-Grant_Master Forms\CRA Mini-Grant Application.REVISED.2017.docx Page 1 of 8 CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA) MINI-GRANT PROGRAM Purpose: The purpose of the City of Crystal River Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Mini- Grant program is to encourage private investment to improve the appearance and functionality of existing buildings (residential or commercial) within the CRA District (see attached map). The project must support the goals of the CRA District. Once the maximum grant for any project has been awarded, the business occupying the storefront or building owner cannot reapply for another grant for the same location for a 5-year period. Applicants must agree to a completion schedule up to 12 months in duration from the day after the grant approval. The program provides a 50% match to pay for improvements identified by category as follows: Distressed Property Grant – 50% up to $10,000. These funds shall be used to perform general repair, demolition, structural or habitable work to meet code to occupy the structure focusing mainly on upgrading abandoned properties that are considered “eye-sores” within the CRA District. Commercial Site Improvement Grant – 50% up to $2,500. These funds are to be used for landscaping that meets the requirements of the City’s Land Development Code and must be maintained by trimming, pruning and irrigation systems as needed to maintain a healthy landscape project. All new landscaping and site improvements must be maintained. All dead or diseased material must be replaced to the approved plan for five (5) years. Commercial Sign Improvement Grant – 50% up to $2,500. These funds are to be used for the restoration of exiting signs or the construction of new signs that adhere to the CRA appearance guidelines. Examples of eligible projects include removing the old and the design, production and installation of new signs or renovation of existing signs to become compliant with the existing sign ordinance and CRA Appearance Guidelines. Commercial Façade Grant – 50% up to $2,500. Funds are to be used to bring the structure into harmony with adjacent buildings and comply with the vernacular appearance guidelines for the CRA District. All colors are to be chosen from the CRA approved color chart. Examples of eligible projects include the removal of old awnings and canopies and the design, production, and installation of new awnings and canopies. In addition, includes work performed on the exterior storefront of a building such as cleaning masonry (high pressure water or steam-sandblasting is prohibited on masonry structures), painting, repointing or mortar joints, woodworking, window and/or door replacement, the repairs or rebuilding of historic storefronts. Roofs will only be eligible in cases where the replacement is part of the overall renovation and integral to the overall design.

G:\PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT\CRA INFORMATION - MISC\CRA Mini-Grant_Master Forms\CRA Mini-Grant Application.REVISED.2017.docx Page 2 of 8 Residential Façade Grant – All residential structures shall be designed, constructed, and maintained to compliment and accept the architectural features of the building. Color schemes shall accent the structure and shall harmonize with adjacent buildings. All colors are to be chosen from the CRA approved color chart (50% up to $1,000). Roofs will only be eligible in cases where the replacement is part of the overall renovation and integral to the overall design. Mural Grant – Mural Grants shall be consistent with the stated theme of the CRA District and comply with the colors stated in the Appearance Guidelines. Design cannot contain any direct advertisement of the business or businesses adjacent to the primary structure and/or surrounding structures. Attached statement “Required Mural guidelines for Artists, building Owners and the Community” must be signed and notarized and submitted with the application. Murals are approved by the CRA Board only (50% up to $1,000). Applicants are reminded that grant awards are discretionary and should not be considered an entitlement. CRA reserves the right to deny grants awards if the project does not fulfill the intent of the program or is inconsistent with goals and objectives of the Board. Eligibility Requirements: The CRA Mini-Grant Program is available to businesses and/or property owners that are located within the CRA District. Businesses must have a valid and current business license and must propose a permitted/conforming use within the CRA District. Applications will not be accepted from property owners (and tenants) who are delinquent on their property taxes. Applications must not have outstanding code violations or code liens and must be in compliance, or submit an application bringing the property into compliance with the CRA Appearance Standards. This does not include existing architectural standards. The following items are excluded from eligibility for grants: Interior Improvements, exterior improvements that are visible less than 24 hours per day, features designed to be installed temporarily, features that do not meet the applicable provision of the City of Crystal River Land Development Code including special area plans, activities that are primarily for maintenance (i.e., power washing, etc.) except to maintain brick masonry. Generally, roof repair is not eligible unless it is integral to the redesign of the façade. In this case, the portion of the roof work that would be eligible for the grant is at the discretion of the City. Application Process and Deadlines: Applications are accepted and approved on a monthly basis. It is important that we receive the application early enough to review and place on the CRA Board Agenda prior to approval. Applications are generally approved within 45 days. NOTE: Incomplete applications will not be accepted! Any work completed prior to approval is not grant eligible. Award of the grant is not guaranteed, and the Applicant assumes all financial liabilities for work initiated prior to the approval of the Grant by the CRA.

G:\PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT\CRA INFORMATION - MISC\CRA Mini-Grant_Master Forms\CRA Mini-Grant Application.REVISED.2017.docx Page 3 of 8 GRANT TYPE  Distress Property Grant  Commercial Site Improvement  Commercial Sign Grant  Residential Façade  Commercial Façade  Mural Owner’s/Business Owner’s Name Owner’s/Business Owner’s Address Phone: Fax: E-mail: Grant Site Address Check when completed:  Copy of Warranty Deed  Business Status: ___ Corporation ___ Sole Proprietor ___ Other ________________  Copy of Business License (Business Tax Receipt)  Type of Business: ________________________________________________________________  Conflict of Interest – Business or personal relationship with CRA? ___ Yes ___ No If “Yes” please explain: ______________________________________________________________ Site / Project Information:  Alternate Key Number: _______________________ (Attach property record card) What is the proposed scope of work/improvement? Have you received CRA Grant funding at this property before?  Yes  No If yes, Date funding was received Purpose for funding Amount received $  Scaled Drawings and or Renderings/Conceptual Drawings (ATTACH)  Before Photos (ATTACH) – At least 4 – 4x6 color photos of the existing building showing all sides of the structure, with emphasis on the area to be improved.City of Crystal River Fire DepartmentCity of Crystal River Fire Department650 NW 3rd Ave Crystal River, Florida 34428352-212-5448fmelillo@crystalriverfl.org650 NW 3rd Ave Crystal River, Florida 344282635541Mural on the Fire Department Wall facing NW 3rd Ave.Fire DepartmentNot Available. City owned property.Not applicable.Fire Department

G:\PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT\CRA INFORMATION - MISC\CRA Mini-Grant_Master Forms\CRA Mini-Grant Application.REVISED.2017.docx Page 4 of 8  Scope of Work (ATTACH) – Please be specific in describing the nature of the project and address the improvements that will be made.  Timetable for completing the proposed improvements (ATTACH) – A site visit with the applicant may be necessary to understand the scope and nature of the project.  Color Samples – Please refer to the CRA approved color chart. Have you received CRA Grant funding at other locations?  Yes  No If yes, Date funding was received Purpose for funding Location Do you expect to request further grant funding for this property within the next 3 years?  Yes  No If yes, please explain: Does the property presently comply with land development code/building code?  Yes  No If no, does this grant correct to compliance situation?  Yes  No If no, please explain situation: Please explain why you believe the City should monetarily support this grant request. Is the property occupied at this time?  Yes  No If no, explain why: Does the property have any liens and/or foreclosure actions?  Yes  No If yes, please explain: Does the contractor selected for the job have any past or present relationship with you, i.e.?  Business Partner  Investor with you or said property  Family Member Is the contractor local?  Yes  No If no, why was a local contractor not selected? Total project cost $ What amount of grant funds are you requesting? $ Does applicant pay 50% or greater of the total project cost?  Yes  No From the time of grant approval, how many weeks will it take to complete the project? Does your project meet CRA appearance guidelines?  Yes  NoThe Fire Department is working with a mural artist who is fundraising to cover the cost of the projectand is requesting the City's grant as a portion of the total cost.15,0001,000Once funding is available.

G:\PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT\CRA INFORMATION - MISC\CRA Mini-Grant_Master Forms\CRA Mini-Grant Application.REVISED.2017.docx Page 5 of 8 If no, please explain: Have you submitted 3 quotes from licensed contractors for this project?  Yes  No If no, please explain: Have you chosen to use low bidder on this grant application?  Yes  No If no, please explain:No contractor is required for this project.We are working with one mural artist who offered to fundraise the cost of the project.Additional Information from the Artist - - The cost of the project is $15,000 but I am donating 50% of that cost and raising the other 50% from the community hopefully. - It should take between 2-5 days. I have a team of artists that work for me, so they will be assisting me on this project. - Conceptual drawing of the proposed mural attached. - We will prime & clean the wall before painting, which will prepare the wall for the mural. - All paint used is Valspar or Behr exterior acrylic paint. It will last for many many years!

Altkey: 2635541 Parcel ID: 17E18S210060 0580 CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER 650 NW 3RD AVE , CRYSTAL RIVER Citrus County Property Appraiser, Cregg E. Dalton PC Code 8900 - MUNICIPAL Bldg Counts Res 0 / MH 0 / Comm 1 Nbhd 0095 - HWY 19 N TO POWER LINE EASEMENT Tax District 000R - CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER Subdivision 001836 - SYLVAN GLEN ADDITION TO CR.RVR Short Legal SYLVAN GLEN ADD TO CRYSTAL RIVER PB 1 PG 26 LOTS 58, 59 &60 DESC IN OR BK 869 PG 1197 Est. Parcel Sqft 57,731 Est. Parcel Acres 1.33 Map SC-TW-RG 21-18S-17E Recording Activity Notification (RAN) system WORRIED ABOUT PROPERTY FRAUD? Mailing Address Name CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER Mailing Address 123 NW US HIGHWAY 19 CRYSTAL RIVER FL 34428 3930 All Owners Name Owner Type CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER O - Owner 2025 Preliminary Values Year Land Value Impr Value Just Value Non-Sch. Assessed Non-Sch. Exemptions Non-Sch. Taxable HX Savings 2025 $118,350 $456,710 $575,060 $353,557 $353,557 $0 $0 Value History and Tax Amount Year Land Value Impr Value Just Value Non-Sch. Assessed Non-Sch. Exemptions Non-Sch. Taxable HX Cap Savings Tax Estimate Tax Link 2024 $118,350 $444,650 $563,000 $321,415 $321,415 $0 $0 $.00 Link 2023 $102,730 $412,560 $515,290 $292,195 $292,195 $0 $0 $.00 Link Tax Estimate upon sale of the property (no assessment capping or exemptions) Year Tax Dist District Name Market Value Millage Rate Tax Estimate 2025 000R CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER $575,060 20.8418 $11,985.29 Buyer Beware! Property taxes may be affected with change in ownership. When buying real estate property, you should not assume that property taxes will remain the same. Whenever there is a change in ownership, the assessed value of the property may reset to full market value, which could result in higher property taxes. Please use our tax estimator to approximate your new property taxes. Homestead exemptions

and agricultural classifications are not transferable to the new owner. You must apply for your own exemptions and agricultural classifications. Special Assessments Project # Description Amount CRDV CRYSTAL RIVER RE-DEVELOPMENT $.00 DISCLAIMER Sales do not generally appear in database until approximately 8 to 10 weeks after the recording date. If a recent sale does not show up in this list, please allow more time for the sale record to be processed. Permit Summary Permit Date Permit Number Description Amount Occupancy Date 09/28/2015 PM150093 A/C CHANGE OUT (3) TONS $3,855 05/12/2015 PR150043 RE-ROOF (SCOUT HUT) 613 NW 4TH AVENUE $8,825 03/19/2012 PR120017 REMOVE & REPLACE RUBBER ROOF $0 09/30/2003 BP2003272 MONUMENT $100 08/01/1993 1006 DEMOLISH GREEN BLDG $10 02/01/1991 6615 CARPORT 19X32 LOT 60 $3,000 01/01/1991 6578 MH 14X66 REPLACE LT 60 $16,000 02/01/1991 08/01/1990 9010133 ? $10 08/01/1990 04/01/1990 6092 FIRE STATION ADDITION $100,000 02/01/1991 03/01/1982 2876 INSTALL NEW BATHROOM $10 04/01/1982 Land & Agricultural Line Land Use Type Units Frontage Depth Ag Flag Classified Value Just Value Zoning 1 8900-MUNICIPAL S-SQUARE FOOT 57,731.00 182.0 213 $118,350 PI Miscellaneous Improvements Building # Line Description Year Built L W Units Area Value 1 1 CONCRETE PATIO NO FOOTER-[1-SF] 1983 14 109 1 1,526 5,140 1 2 CONCRETE PATIO NO FOOTER-[1-SF] 1983 14 109 1 1,526 5,140 1 3 CURB STOPS-[3-UNIT] 1976 5 1 40 1 4 PARK LOT LIGHT FLUORESCENT-[3-UNIT] 1976 1 1 640 1 5 PAVING ASPHALT-[1-SF] 1976 1 15,227 18,330 Total Misc Value 29,290

Meeting Date: December 8, 2025 Agenda Item Number: 8.B. CRYSTAL RIVER COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Agenda Item Summary Requested Motion: Application for Additional Members for the Community Redevelopment Agency Board Summary: At the September 8, 2025, CRA meeting, the Board showed interest in appointing up to two (2) additional members to the CRA Board, in accordance with Florida Statutes. Staff prepared the attached application for interested residents or people who conduct business within the CRA boundary. Applications should be returned to the City of Crystal River City Manager's Office for processing. Qualified applicants will be brought before the City Council for a final decision regarding appointment. ATTACHMENTS: Description Community Redevelopment Agency Board Application.pdf

City of Crystal River Application for Community Redevelopment Agency Board Department of Growth Management 123 NW Highway 19 Crystal River, FL 34428 352-795-4216 P Ex: 317 development@crystalriverfl.org www.crystalriverfl.org Thank you for your interest in serving as a member of the City of Crystal River Community Redevelopment Agency! The Crystal River City Council created the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) in 1988 by Ordinance #88- O-19, establishing 606 acres of land with approximately 7,500 feet of waterfront as the Crystal River Redevelopment Area. The CRA was created to provide a dedicated funding mechanism to implement strategies and programs aimed at reversing decline and addressing blighting influences that were identified in the downtown area at that time. The City Council serves as the governing body of the City, empowered to pass ordinances, adopt resolutions, appoint officers, and exercise the authority granted under the City Charter. As the legislative body, the Council is responsible for appropriating all City funds. Although the CRA District conducts separate meetings with its own agendas, a 2010 Resolution (10-R-43) affirmed that oversight of the CRA’s initiatives and responsibilities rests with the same five-member City Council. Under Section 163.357, Florida Statutes, the City Council may appoint two (2) additional persons to serve as members of the CRA Board. These additional members may be appointed if they live in the Community Redevelopment Area or actively conduct business within it—such as owning a business, practicing a profession, providing compensated services, or serving as an officer or director of a corporation or business located in the district. The statute also allows, through an interlocal agreement, for a representative of a taxing authority to serve on the Board. Eligible representatives may come from entities such as the County Commission, Transportation Trust, Health Department, Library, Mosquito Control, Southwest Florida Water Management District, or the School Board. In accordance with Florida Statutes, additional CRA Board members serve four-year terms, except for the first appointee, who initially serves a two-year term. CRA Board Meetings are held on the second Monday of each month at 5:00 p.m. The current CRA board would like to invite residents and business owners to serve on the CRA Board to ensure the redevelopment efforts truly reflect the needs, priorities, and aspirations of the community. Those who live and work in the CRA have firsthand knowledge of its challenges, opportunities, and character. Your perspective would help guide investment, shape redevelopment strategies, and strengthen the connection between the CRA and the people it serves.

City of Crystal River Application for Community Redevelopment Agency Board Department of Growth Management 123 NW Highway 19 Crystal River, FL 34428 352-795-4216 P Ex: 317 development@crystalriverfl.org www.crystalriverfl.org APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: Address: Mailing Address (If Different): Connection to the CRA (Must Meet One Criteria to Qualify): ❑ Lives in the CRA ❑ Owner of a Business within the CRA Name of Business: __________________________________ ❑ Practicing a Profession/Performing a Service for Compensation Profession/Service: _________________________________ ❑ Serving as an Officer or Director of a Corporation or other Business Entity Engaged with the CRA Explain: __________________________________________ Occupation: Phone Number: Email Address: Have you ever served on a volunteer board or in a volunteer capacity with the City of Crystal River? ☐ No ☐ Yes If yes, please share which board and dates of service: _______________________________ APPLICATION QUESTIONS Why would you like to serve on this board? What special skills would you bring to this position?

City of Crystal River Application for Community Redevelopment Agency Board Department of Growth Management 123 NW Highway 19 Crystal River, FL 34428 352-795-4216 P Ex: 317 development@crystalriverfl.org www.crystalriverfl.org List fields of work experience: List any licenses and/or degrees (location & year): Local References (Please list three (3) with Name, Phone Number, and Email) Name: Phone: Email: Name: Phone: Email: Name: Phone: Email: ___________________________________________________________________________________ PRINT NAME SIGNATURE DATE

Meeting Date: December 8, 2025 Agenda Item Number: 8.C. CRYSTAL RIVER COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Agenda Item Summary Requested Motion: CRA Timeline Extension Update

Meeting Date: December 8, 2025 Agenda Item Number: 8.D. CRYSTAL RIVER COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Agenda Item Summary Requested Motion: Historic Preservation Update