Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Bradenton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in taxes budget
CRA-housing partnership helps central CRA homeowners
The CRA and the city housing department teamed up so housing funds can serve as the match for CRA home-repair grants — putting metal roofs and impact windows on homes in the central CRA. The partnership just won a Florida Redevelopment Association award.
Proposed Florida Constitutional Amendment Threatens CRA Funding
Staff warned that a constitutional amendment on the November ballot could restrict CRA revenue and the things CRAs can spend money on — housing, parks, and fire-related spending could be off the table. Estimates show the Central CRA district would be hit hardest because it has the most homesteads.