Bay Center Area Redevelopment Recommendations
Summary
Before the county, PEDC, and private developers make separate moves around the Bay Center and tech park, Council Member Patton wants the CRA to lead a holistic plan for streets, walkability, and economic development in the Wright-Alcanitz corridor — including protecting an old church and long-term neighbors.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
CRA dollars would eventually be committed for planning, though no amount was set.
Neighborhoods around the Bay Center — including Holmes Williams residents — who want a say before large projects arrive.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Community Redevelopment Agency - Oct 5, 2026
Before the county, PEDC, and private developers make separate moves around the Bay Center and tech park, Council Member Patton wants the CRA to lead a holistic plan for streets, walkability, and economic development in the Wright-Alcanitz corridor — including protecting an old church and long-term neighbors.
Community Redevelopment Agency - Sep 8, 2026
Board Member Patton asked to add a discussion of the area around the Bay Center to the next CRA agenda, noting the county is focused only on the arena renovations and there's no broader plan for the surrounding area.
City Council Agenda Conference - Aug 10, 2026
A proposed interlocal agreement with Escambia County about the Bay Center's future was pulled by its sponsor before discussion, so it won't go before the council this week.
We'll email you when it's on an upcoming agenda and when it's voted on, at most once a day.
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