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Port St. Joe Redevelopment Agency Meeting: July 1, 2025

Original title: 202507011959
redevelopmentcity budgeteconomic developmentoffice spacetax increment financing

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The Frame

What this does

The board is considering a $350 monthly expenditure for office space and managing a $17.2 million dedicated tax increment value that funds local redevelopment projects.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

North Port St. Joe residents

Residents may have increased access to the CRA Director if the new office location is approved.

Washington Improvement Group

The group is the proposed landlord for the CRA office space and would receive monthly payments for utilities and internet.

What changed

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Summary

The Port St. Joe Redevelopment Agency (PSJRA) Board is meeting to discuss establishing a new office at the Washington Improvement Group facility, reviewing developer incentive programs, and addressing state legislative updates. The board is also processing adjustments for the 2025 tax year.

Key Facts

  • The PSJRA Board is considering a proposal to lease office space at the Washington Improvement Group facility for $350 per month, covering utilities and internet.
  • The proposed office lease agreement is for a 12-month term.
  • The fiscal impact of the proposed office space is $700 for August-September 2025 and $4,200 for October 2025-September 2026.
  • The City of Port St. Joe CRA dedicated increment value for 2025 is $17,231,154.
  • The payment proportion for the redevelopment trust fund is set at 95%.
  • The prior year payment to the redevelopment trust fund was $51,854.
  • The Developer Incentive Program provides up to $25,000 in incentives after a Certificate of Occupancy is issued.
  • House Bill 991 is effective in 2025, while Senate Bill 1242 has been postponed.
  • The CRA Director is exploring Brownfield designations for future community discussion.

Why It Matters

The board is considering a $350 monthly expenditure for office space and managing a $17.2 million dedicated tax increment value that funds local redevelopment projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the new office space?
The office is intended to increase accessibility for residents, business owners, and developers by placing the CRA Director directly within the North Port St. Joe neighborhood.
What is a TIF adjustment?
A adjustment is a calculation used to determine the amount of property tax revenue captured from a specific area to fund redevelopment projects.

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CRA Office Relocation

The CRA is moving its operations into a community-based facility (Washington Improvement Group) to increase local engagement.

Port St. Joe Redevelopment AgencyWashington Improvement Group

Connected Entities

personDarrell Starling“PSJRA Director.”Map →
personEric Langston“PSJRA Chairman.”Map →
organizationPort St. Joe Redevelopment Agency“The governing body overseeing redevelopment in Port St. Joe.”Map →
organizationWashington Improvement Group“Proposed location for the new CRA office.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.cityofportstjoe.com

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