Orange Street project and CRA funding
Summary
The CRA budget drops 61% to $1.34 million because Orange Street construction was budgeted last year. Commissioners discussed finding grants and possibly tarring over the brick street temporarily until funds are found.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Sep 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
CRA spending drops by $2.1 million, leaving Orange Street improvements unfunded for now.
Taxpayers in the short term; Orange Street users would benefit from future repairs.
Orange Street users who will continue navigating a rough brick road until funding is identified.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners - Sep 9, 2026
The CRA budget drops 61% to $1.34 million because Orange Street construction was budgeted last year. Commissioners discussed finding grants and possibly tarring over the brick street temporarily until funds are found.
Board of Commissioners - Jul 7, 2026
The city manager says Orange Street can't be funded from the CRA without bankrupting it — a scaled-down brick repair may be the fallback. CIP projects citywide are all 'placeholders' pending the November referendum.
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