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AGENDA
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2026 - 6:00 PM
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WWW.DANIABEACHFL.GOV. (ORDINANCE #2012-019; AMENDED BY ORDINANCE #2019-019)
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REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA:
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THAN ONE PERSON AT A TIME MAY ADDRESS THE CRA BOARD FROM THE PODIUM. COMMENTS ARE ONLY TO BE MADE
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ALL CELLULAR TELEPHONES ARE TO BE SILENCED DURING THE MEETING. ALL PERSONS EXITING THE COMMISSION
CHAMBER SHALL DO SO QUIETLY. (RESOLUTION #2020-CRA-006)
1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
2. CITIZENS' COMMENTS
Addressing the Commission: A thirty (30) minute "Citizen Comments" period shall be designated on the agenda for citizens and
interested persons to speak on matters whether or not scheduled on that day's agenda. Individuals wishing to speak on a matter
not included on the "Public Hearing" section of the agenda, which matter pertains to an item before the City Commission which
requires a decision of the City Commission, may do so by signing in and submitting a form to that effect with the City Clerk prior
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to the meeting. Speakers at Public Hearings shall also submit such a form. Each speaker shall be limited to 3 minutes for his or
her comments. If more than ten (10) speakers express a desire to speak, the Commission shall determine on a meeting by meeting
basis whether to (a) extend the time allotted for citizen comments to accommodate all speakers, or (b) whether to limit the number
of speakers or amount of time per speaker. A speaker's time shall not be transferable to another speaker.
3. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
1. CRA Executive Director Administrative Report
4. PRESENTATIONS
1. Federal Highway Real Estate Market Update
5. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Minutes: July 7, 2026 CRA Board Meeting Minutes
2. Travel Requests: None
6. PROPOSALS AND BIDS: None
7. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: None
8. INFORMATION ITEMS: None
9. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
10. ADJOURNMENT
City of Dania Beach
Memorandum
DATE: 8/25/2026
TO: Chair, Vice-Chair and Board Members
FROM: Candido Sosa-Cruz, ICMA-CM, CRA Executive Director
SUBJECT: CRA Executive Director Administrative Report
1. CRA INITIATIVES / ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / GRANTS
• Dania Beach Self-Care Week August 1-8: The CRA’s inaugural Self-Care Week was a
successful new initiative, with strong participation from businesses across the health,
wellness, beauty, and personal care sectors. The business community was enthusiastic
and engaged, helping showcase local businesses and the services they provide. Building
on the success of this first-of-its-kind program, the CRA looks forward to introducing
additional creative initiatives that support and promote Dania Beach businesses in the
future.
• August CRA Merchant Newsletter: The CRA team developed and distributed the
August CRA Merchant Newsletter as a comprehensive communication tool to support,
inform and engage local businesses. The newsletter included features on the upcoming
Dania Beach Art Week, Back to School, Mayor’s Chamber Address, Development
Opportunity (LOIs), newsletter attached.
• Federal Highway Streetscape Planters Pilot Program: The CRA successfully
completed its streetscape planter pilot program along North Federal Highway, adding
vibrant color and enhancing the overall appearance of the corridor. The new planters have
received numerous compliments from the community. Based on the positive response,
the CRA plans to expand the program along Dania Beach Boulevard and throughout
Federal Highway, including evaluating opportunities to place additional planters within
roadway medians, photos attached.
• FLL Fashion Week Partnership: The August 1, 2026, FLL Summer activation at 101
Dania Beach was a great success, drawing strong participation from local businesses and
significant community engagement. Artists, fashion designers, models and other creatives
showcased their talent while highlighting Dania Beach as an emerging destination for
arts, culture and fashion. Building on this momentum, the CRA will continue working
with FLL Fashion Week to explore future events and opportunities that further elevate
Dania Beach’s creative economy and regional profile, photos attached.
• Dania Beach Art Week Program: The CRA is supporting the Dania Beach Art Week
Program, scheduled for September 27 through October 3, 2026. The program will
highlight Dania Beach’s growing arts and culture district and feature participation from
local galleries and creative spaces, including Comfort for Chaos, The Creative Workshop,
The Collective at Dania Beach, C Gallery, Gasper Arts, MAD Arts, Lux Neon Art
Gallery, and Bitton Art Gallery, flyer attached.
• Rebuilding Together Update
o Home Beautification Program
▪ Total number of homes completed: 7 homes completed
▪ Number of homes approved and in line for services: 11 homes on
waitlist.
▪ Number of homes being vetted for qualification: 10 homes
o Safe At Home Program
▪ Total number of homes completed: 47 completed
▪ Total number of homes in-process (under const): 5 in-process
▪ Number of homes approved and in line for services: 5 homes
▪ Number of homes being vetted for qualification: 10+ homes
2. PATCH
o PATCH General Operation / Performance
o Number of monthly visitors:
▪ New walk-in visitors: Total 25 visitors
▪ Number of monthly volunteers: Total 58 volunteers
▪ Program Visitors: CW Thomas (4 weeks): Summer Camp 146 Campers
o PATCH Earth Day-Composting Workshop: 09 attendees.
o Weight of crop harvest (June 24, to July 21, 2026): Approx. 432.5 lbs
o List the produce that made up of crop harvest: Greens, Collards, Tomatoes, Okra,
Watermelon, Eggplant, Sage, Dill, Parsley, Coconut.
o Individuals/institutions to whom unsold produce was donated: Seniors Saratoga Crossing
o Social Seniors from PJ Meli visited the PATCH.
• Upcoming events – August 2026
o PATCH - Shop with Our Growers Farmer’s Market
Sat., August 1
o PATCH - Veggies & Herbs Taste & Garden Tour
Sat., August 8
o PATCH - Farmer’s Market with Vendors
Sat., August 15
o PATCH – With Our Growers
Sat., August 22
o PATCH – Veggies & Herbs Taste & Garden Tour
Sat., August 29
o Volunteering Hands-On-Broward (HOB)
• Group of Volunteers (06/27): BSO Officers
• Groups of Volunteers (07/07): American Heritage School
3. News / information / Workshops:
o UPDATE:
▪ Through savings realized this year, the CRA will support the Greater Dania Beach
Chamber of Commerce by becoming a Trustee Membership at a cost of $12,500.
This partnership will strengthen engagement with the local business community, support
existing businesses, promote economic development and help position Dania Beach as a
destination for business investment and opportunity. Additionally, the CRA sponsored
the 2026 Mayoral Address featuring Mayor Joyce L. Davis at a cost of $2,500.
▪ CORE Conversations - Local government is the closest to the people and one that has
direct impact on the daily lives of residents and businesses. Every year, Dania Beach
officials join the community for CORE (Community Outreach Resident Engagement)
Conversations, designed to enhance communications and foster community connections
for valuable input. Next meeting is Wednesday, September 16 | 6 - 7 p.m. at C.W.
Thomas Community Center, located at 800 NW 2 Street.
Mayor’s Chamber Address
Dania Beach Mayor Joyce
Davis will address the Dania
Beach Chamber of Commerce,
sharing her vision for the city
on Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Le
Meridien Hotel. Tickets are $40.
www.daniabeachchamber.org.
Development Opportunity
The Dania Beach CRA is seeking
developers to submit letters of
interest to develop one or both of
its residential and mixed-use
properties at SW 12th Ave and
Phippen-Waiters Rd. For details,
go to daniabeachfl.gov/
vendor-and-bid—
opportunities.
Florida Has 14th Largest Economy
The Florida Chamber Foundation
reports that the Sunshine State
has the 14th largest economy in
the world. With a year-over-year
growth of 6.3%, Florida
surpassed Australia and Mexico
and landed right behind 13th
ranked Korea, according to the
foundation. In addition, the
foundation reports that Florida is
number one for new business
start-ups, higher education systems, manufacturing job growth, Black -owned
businesses, net income migration, and new business migrations. Florida also
has the lowest state debt in relation to population. The complete report is
available at www.flchamber.com, Florida Surpasses Australia and Mexico, and Continues
Progress Toward Top 10 Global Economy by 2030.
Dania Beach Art Week Sept. 27 – Oct. 3
Save the date for Dania Beach Art Week, when eight galleries will host a week
of arts activities culminating in a weekend gallery hop along the Dania Beach
business corridors. To view the list of
activities, go to daniabeachcra.org/art -
week. To register your business to
participate, complete the FORM ON
BACK and return it by Aug. 31. Here are
a few ideas:
• Host an in-progress art
demonstration at your business.
• Host a lunch/dinner with an artist.
• Offer a wall at your business for
placement of art work.
• Create a community canvas at your
business where customers can contribute a stroke or a verse.
Back to School
The Broward County School year kicks off on
Monday, August 10. The start of school is a great
time to strategize to meet end of year financial
goals. Consider opening earlier to capture
customers running errands after morning dropoffs.
If you could use additional help, consider hiring a
student aged 14 or older to work for a couple of
hours after school. www2.myfloridalicense.com/child-labor/
The Dania Beach Community
Redevelopment Agency supports
existing small businesses and at-
tracts new
targeted in-
dustries to
retain and ex-
pand employment. Dani-
abeachcra.org, 954.924.6801,
cra@daniabeachfl.gov.
August 2026 CRA Merchant Newsletter
Dania Beach Self-Care Week
August 1—8
Thanks to the 30+ downtown Dania
Beach businesses offering deals for
the week! These promotions bring
foot traffic. Get in on the specials at
daniabeachcra.org or
scan here:
Dania Beach Art Week
September 27– October 3, 2026
Business Participation Form
Promoting downtown businesses via the Arts!
Submission deadline is August 31, 2026
Email to: cra@daniabeachfl.gov
1. Name of business __________________________________________________
2. Business address ___________________________________________________
3. Business contact name/title _____________________ /_____________________
4. Business contact phone #/email__________________ /_____________________
5. Business website / social media ______________________ /________________
6. What will be your activity for Dania Beach Art Week on what day/time?
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
7. Would you like to be assigned an artist or will you provide your own?:
____________________________________________________
Participating businesses and their activities for Dania Beach Art Week are listed on the Dania Beach CRA
website, daniabeachcra.org. In addition, the event will be posted to the CRA and City social media, market-
ed to the mainstream media, and promoted to residents and visitors in the Dania Beach Press. Each partici-
pating business will receive a temporary window decal to place on their storefront. Proposed activities may
not conflict with the event’s core activities. For more information, call the Community Redevelopment Agen-
cy, 954-924-6801, ext. 3667.
1. Call to Order/Roll Call
Chair Davis called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Present:
Chair Joyce L. Davis
Vice-Chair: Marco A. Salvino, Sr.
Board Members: Lori Lewellen
Luis Rimoli
Archibald J. Ryan IV
Executive Director: Candido Sosa-Cruz
City Attorney: Eve Boutsis
CRA Secretary: Elora Riera, MMC
2. Citizen Comments
None.
3. Administrative Reports
3.1 Administrative Report
Executive Director Sosa-Cruz provided the Board with the X magazine.
- Provided the Board with the X magazine
CRA Redevelopment Manager Yavocka Smith provided information on the CRA Merchants
Newsletter, Dana Beach Self-Care Week, and Dana Beach Art Week.
Executive Director Sosa-Cruz presented his administrative report that was provided to the Board
in their packets. He touched on the following topics:
- Provided the board with an economic development magazine
- Wayfinding signage
- Consensus to place logo on flyer for Ft. Lauderdale Fashion Week
- Rebuilding Together
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- Safe at Home Program
- The PATCH
4. Presentations
None.
5. Consent Agenda
5.1 Minutes: June 9, 2026 Board Meeting Minutes
5.2 Travel Requests: None
5.3 Rebuilding Together Two Extensions for the Home Beautification and the Safe At
Home Agreements
Board member Lewellen made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Rimoli which carried unanimously on voice vote.
6. Proposals and Bids
None.
7. Discussion and Possible Action
None.
8. Information Items
Dania Beach Art Week Itinerary
• July CRA Merchants Newsletter
• Fort Lauderdale Fashion Week Partnership
• Farmer's Market Flyer July 2026
Executive Director Sosa-Cruz informed the Board of the flyers included in their packets.
Signs for the clusters and letters of interest are being put up so anyone wanting information about
them can scan the QR code on the signs.
9. Board Member Comments
Commissioner Lewellen had nothing to report.
Commissioner Rimoli had nothing to report.
Commissioner Ryan thanked staff for the continued work on the downtown district.
Vice Chair Salvino had nothing to report.
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