Franklin Street Extension Progress
Summary
The CRA committed $49,125.53 toward replacing 22 failing crepe myrtles on E. Franklin Street with sable palms — the poor drainage and tight soil cells killed most of the old trees. The $136,940.94 project goes to Ovation Construction through a city-CRA MOU.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
CRA funds of $49,125.53 go toward a $136,940.94 tree replacement project.
Downtown Franklin Street gets healthier, better-looking street trees.
CRA and city taxpayers face a larger bill and a delayed project.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Community Redevelopment Agency - Jul 20, 2026
Permit plans are in review; the county and FDOT sign-offs are expected in early August, with bidding targeted for spring 2027. The board doesn't want construction to start until all the money is banked.
Community Redevelopment Agency - Apr 20, 2026
The CRA had to shift $236,062 from construction to design because FDOT requires a northbound left turn lane on SR 434 before granting a connection permit. Design work will take 8-12 weeks, pushing construction to next fiscal year.
Community Redevelopment Agency - Feb 16, 2026
The CRA committed $49,125.53 toward replacing 22 failing crepe myrtles on E. Franklin Street with sable palms — the poor drainage and tight soil cells killed most of the old trees. The $136,940.94 project goes to Ovation Construction through a city-CRA MOU.
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