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ANNUAL REPORT 2019 October 1, 2018 – September 30, 2019
Tel: (305) 224-4480
Fax: (305) 224-4489
cityofhomestead.com
212 NW 1st Avenue, Homestead, FL 33030
Community Redevelopment Agency
CITY
OF
HOMESTEAD
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Overview ______________________________________________________ 4
What is a CRA? __________________________________________________________ 4
What is TIF? _____________________________________________________________ 4
Homestead CRA History ___________________________________________________ 4
Homestead CRA Boundaries ______________________________________ 5
Tax Increment Revenue Comparision ________________________________ 6
Future Development _____________________________________________ 6
Community Events ______________________________________________ 8
Martin Luther King Jr. Celebrations ___________________________________________ 8
Military Appreciation Day ___________________________________________________ 8
Small Business Matchmaker ________________________________________________ 8
Grant Programs _________________________________________________ 9
Commercial Grant Program _________________________________________________ 9
Residential Grant Program _________________________________________________ 9
Not-for-Profit Organizations Support __________________________________________ 9
Cultural Arts ___________________________________________________ 10
Public Safety __________________________________________________ 11
CRA Financials ________________________________________________ 12
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OVERVIEW
What is a CRA?
Under Florida law (Chapter 163, Part III), local governments are able to designate Community
Redevelopment Areas to assist in the elimination of slum and/or blighting conditions within the
area. A Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is a dependent taxing district established
by local government to administer activities within these designated areas.
What is TIF?
The redevelopment activities are funded primarily through Tax Increment Funding (TIF). TIF is
calculated by “freezing” the tax base in the year the CRA was established. Taxing authorities
continue to receive property tax revenues based on the frozen value. When tax revenues rise
as a result of redevelopment activities, this “increment” is deposited into the CRA Trust Fund
and dedicated to activities in the redevelopment area.
Homestead CRA History
The Homestead CRA was created in 1994 following Hurricane Andrew’s devastation. Its goal
is to fight neighborhood deterioration and eliminate blight within the designated area. Since its
inception, the CRA has implemented comprehensive strategies to promote community
redevelopment in various neighborhoods within the area, including the Historic Downtown
District.
Resolution No. 93-07-60 – Declared certain areas of the City of Homestead, Florida as slum or blighted Areas as defined in Section 163.340, Florida Statutes (1991). Resolution No. 94-07-57 – Declared itself to be a Community Redevelopment Agency under Section 163.356 and 163.357, Florida Statutes. Ordinance No. 94-06-51 - Established a Redevelopment Trust Fund entitled “The Homestead Economic and Rebuilding Organization (“HERO”) allocating the funds appropriated thereto to finance the Community Redevelopment Plan.
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HOMESTEAD CRA BOUNDARIES
The Homestead CRA designated area is located within the city limits of Miami Dade County’s
second oldest city, Homestead and encompasses the area’s historic downtown district and
Southwest Neighborhood. Homestead is an increasingly desirable place to live, work and raise
a family by offering a unique "small-town" atmosphere with all the urban amenities. The city
also boasts its proximity to two national parks. Ten miles west of Homestead is the wealth of
natural beauty of the Everglades National Park. The Everglades are home to vast mangrove
forests and watery saw grass plains. The Everglades are truly a subtropical wilderness that
shelters alligators, ibis, eagles, manatees, and panthers. East of the city is Biscayne National
Park which encompasses the bay, barrier islands, and coral reefs. Just south of the city are the
Florida Key’s with an abundance of recreational activities.
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TAX INCREMENT REVENUE COMPARISON
1993 BASE YEAR $ 85,619,084.00
YEAR TAXABLE VALUE PERCENTAGE INCREASE
2019 $ 401,692,389.00 469.16%
2018 $ 359,734,642.00 420.16%
2017 $ 339,497,907.00 396.52%
2016 $ 321,731,798.00 375.77%
2015 $ 321,731,798.00 375.77%
FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
During fiscal year 2019, the City and the CRA continued
the redevelopment of Historic Downtown Homestead.
The CRA works in concert with the City of Homestead,
Miami-Dade County, the State of Florida, and the federal
government to increase area economic development,
create jobs, develop projects and plans that improve the
quality of life for CRA residents. The three major
Downtown projects are: Homestead Station, a multimodal transit center; Losner Park
expansion that will transform a quaint pocket park into a world-class destination; and the
Homestead Cybrarium, a 22nd century library that merges modern technology with traditional
library services.
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Construction began on the Homestead
Cybrarium in 2019. The CRA funded
management consultants, professional, and
legal services related to the purchase of the
property. The Cybrarium promises to bring
excitement back to literacy and learning.
CRA sponsored a Construction Job Fair hosted
at the Phichol Williams Community Center. Attendees met with multiple companies
representing various trades that will help build the Homestead Cybrarium, located in Downtown
Homestead. Participants also learned about requirements and incentives for Disadvantage
Business Enterprises (DBE).
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
CRA sponsored the Homestead’s Annual Martin Luther
King, Jr. Celebrations held on Saturday, January 19, 2019.
The celebrations included a breakfast, the traditional MLK
day parade, and a Gospel music festival.
The CRA and the City of Homestead held the annual Military
Appreciation Day on Saturday, May 11, 2019. Military
Appreciation Day was the kick-off to Military Appreciation Month,
in which all Homestead residents are encouraged to honor our
military. The event gave citizens the opportunity to express
appreciation to men and women from all military branches that put
their lives on the line for our country. Downtown Homestead
hosted military displays, an obstacle course competition, and an
all day party with live music and food trucks. The event was free
and included entertainment for the whole family.
These events serves to bolster community engagement and preserve the arts and culture within
the CRA.
Homestead CRA hosted the Small Business Matchmaker event at
Phichol Williams. This was an excellent opportunity for small
business owners to connect with lenders and business marketing
experts. There was also workshop for individuals wishing to learn
how to start and operate a small business.
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GRANT PROGRAMS
Commercial Grant Program
The CRA Commercial Enhancement Grant program is for the improvement or rehabilitation of
the interior and/or exterior of existing qualified commercial buildings, and for businesses’
relocation to and expansion within the City's CRA district, including but not limited to the
removal of architectural barriers that improve access for people with disabilities. During fiscal
year 2019, CRA staff continued their effort to complete all open grants.
Residential Grant Program
The CRA in conjunction with the City’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
continued offering residents in the CRA financial assistance to: improve properties’ façade,
increase safety and accessibility, improve curb appeal, and raise home values. During fiscal
year 2019, CRA staff continued their effort to complete all open grants.
Not-For-Profit Support
CRA allocated $150,000 to assist Not-for-Profit organizations that serve CRA residents and the
CRA community. A committee was appointed to review and rank the applications. After the
review process, the Committee made recommendations to the Board to award the funds. Below
is a list of organizations that participated in the program and the amounts that were awarded in
FY 2018- 2019:
AWARD
1 Seminole Cultural Arts Theatre, Inc. 35,000.00$
2 DIBIA Dream 47,000.00$
3 Mexican American Council (MAC) 38,000.00$
4 Greater Miami Youth for Christ (KIX) 30,000.00$
TOTAL 150,000.00$
NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION
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Funding provided jobs for adults and youth and STEM, music and arts education.
CULTURAL ARTS
The CRA supported Homestead’s local theater through its Not-for-Profit grant program.
Seminole Theater was originally built in 1921 and is in the heart of the CRA district. The theater
reopened after being closed nearly 40 years and now serves as the City’s and CRA’s
entertainment hub. This programming has been a proven economic stimulus for the area.
In 2019, the Theatre presented the Broadway musical show “Aida” nominated for five Tony
Awards and won four including Best Original Score and Best Performance by a Leading
Actress, and was also named by Time Magazine as one of the top ten theatre productions of
the year. Also, the Theatre presented “The Little Mermaid”, winner of two Tony Awards for Best
Original Score and Best Lighting Design of a Musical and one Grammy for Best Musical Show
Album. CRA joined the Friends of the Historic Seminole Theatre to present this family-friendly
summer production series. Residents of Homestead had the opportunity to audition and enjoy
these well-known delighted productions. Two (2) performances were provided for free to Not-
for-Profit organizations from the area as part of their Summer Programs which were funded in
part by the CRA.
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PUBLIC SAFETY
In further efforts to eliminate slum and blight, the Code Enforcement Department cited 642 CRA residents during FY 2019. Some of the most frequent violations were:
Overgrown Grass ▪ Illegal Advertising
Accumulation of Garbage, Trash, & Junk ▪ Business License Violation
Fence in Need of Repair ▪ Abandoned Vehicles
Non-Permitted Work ▪ Littered Condition
Structure in need of paint ▪ Improper garbage disposal
The Police Unit participated in several activities within the CRA:
45 community events
57 meetings/presentations to associations, schools, neighborhood crime watch
53 business were contacted
542 primary calls were received from the CRA Area
362 backup calls were responded
11 arrests were made
31 field interview reports
1 enforcement sweep
25 incident reports were generated
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CRA FINANCES
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Special District Accountability Program ID
Registered Agent
Mailing Address
Office Address
Telephone
Fax
Em
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We
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County (ies)
Local Governing
Authority Date
Created / Established
Creation Documents
Board Selection
Authority to Issue Bonds
Revenue
Most Recent Update
Total number of Activities started
Total number of Activities
completed Current Year Taxable
Value in CRA Actual expended
increment revenue Base Year
Taxable Value in CRA Current
Year Tax Increment Value
Total amount expended for low and middle income affordable housing
The following is a summary of this community redevelopment agency's achievement of its redevelopment
plan's goals.
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Kametra Driver
100 Civic Court, Homestead, FL 33030
212 NW 1st Avenue, Homestead, FL 33030
(305) 224-4480
(305) 224-4489
kdriver@cityofhomestead.com
cityofhomestead.com
Miami-Dade
City of Homestead
Thursday, September 16, 1993
County Ordinances 93-07-69 and R93-06-66; City Ordinance 2007-03-07; City Code Section 2-2200
Identical to Local Governing Authority
Yes
Tax Increment Financing
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
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$ 401,692,389.00
$ 2,353,207.53
$ 85,619,084.00
$ 316,073,305.00
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ACHIEVEMENT CRA PLAN PAGE
Community Engagement 17
Community Policing 0
Economic Development 18
Economic Development 18
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ACTIVITIES SUMMARY ($1,522,153)
LEGEND
Community Engagement
Community Policing
Economic Development (Started)
Economic Development (Completed)
$464,515
$256,511 $260,296
$540,831
$0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
Community Engagement Community Policing Economic Development Economic Development
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FINANCIAL REPORT
FY 18-19 FY 18-19
Revenues Budget Budget
Adopted Actuals
$1,540,034 $1,540,034
$1,200,948 $1,200,948
$923,153 $0
$18,000 $38,509
$9,000 $75,791
Revenues Total $3,691,135 $2,855,282
Expenditures
Administrative Expenditures:
Employee Salary and Fringe $276,007 $268,826
Contractual Services $63,000 $29,158
Insurance $24,799 $22,927
Audits and Studies $0 $0
Printing and publishing $1,000 $984
Marketing $0 $0
Advertising and Notices $7,000 $1,323
Travel & Training $10,000 $19,494
Rent/Lease Costs $3,583 $2,867
Equipment (Other than Office) $0 $0
Office Equipment and Furniture $0 $0
Other Administrative Expenses $187,959 $180,980
Subtotal Admin. Expenses $573,348 $526,559
County Administrative Charge at 1.5% $18,014 $18,014
(A) Total Adm Exp & County Charges $591,362 $544,573
Operating Expenditures:
Employee Salary and Fringe $184,005 $179,218
Contractual Services $247,500 $346,923
Insurance $21,506 $21,506
Audits and Studies $0 $0
Printing and Publishing $0 $0
Marketing $60,000 $13,858
Legal Services/Court Costs $50,000 $453,450
$0 $0
Land/Building Acquisitions $0 $0
Infrastructure Improvements $0 $0
Building Construction & Improvement $1,765,000 $91,880
Debt Service Payments $0 $0
Grants Programs $150,000 $150,000
Public Safety $269,424 $256,511
Other Operating Expenses $335,645 $295,288
(B) Total Operating Expenses $3,083,080 $1,808,634
(C) Reserve/Contingency $16,693 $0
Expenditures Total (A+B+C) $3,691,135 $2,353,207
$0 $502,075
City Tax Increment Revenue
**Cash Position
Interest on Investment
Miscellaneous Revenues
Architect/Engineer Fees
County Tax Increment Revenue
Approp/Retain Earnings
*Not audited.