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The request prompted a discussion about the limits of the CRA residential grant program and whether the agency can reimburse after-the-fact work. City Manager Matthew Cobler said the residential grant can provide up to $5,000 for eligible projects but that \"we usually don't allow after the fact, grants to do that.\" He warned that making exceptions could expose the city to litigation.

Why it matters: The CRA's residential grant is one of the few local funding tools that can reduce out-of-pocket costs for homeowners after storm damage. Residents who pay contractors before receiving approval generally do not qualify for reimbursement under the current policy, and CRA staff cited a recent denial of a $5,000 request where the project began without prior approval.

During public comment, Suhockey described the financial and safety consequences for his block: \"My expense was $18,000,\" he said, describing large trees that had to be felled, cut and removed after saltwater damage. He said he helped several neighbors and urged the CRA to consider reimbursement or other relief for similar cases.

Cobler and other CRA members said the program historically requires preapproval, three quotes for work and compliance with program rules. One CRA member warned that reopening the program to retroactive reimbursement would \"set a precedent\" that could lead others to claim reimbursement and could expose the city to lawsuits.

The board agreed there was community need and a desire to improve communications about recovery resources. CRA members asked staff to accept individual applications under the existing rules and to prepare options for the board to consider, including possible policy changes to allow limited after-the-fact assistance in declared emergencies. Cobler said staff would bring back information at a future meeting and add storm cleanup processes to the next CRA agenda.

The CRA did not approve any retroactive reimbursements at the meeting; no vote to change policy took place during the session.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Community Redevelopment Agency Board Meeting 05.13.2025","oneSentenceSummary","Bill Suhockey, a Port Richey resident, told the Port Richey Community Redevelopment Agency on Tuesday that saltwater flooding after recent storms killed trees on Mallard Drive and left him and neighbors with thousands of dollars in cleanup bills.","taxTitle","Port Richey City, Pasco County, Florida","taxId",54783,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6240926,"Port Richey CRA directs staff to draft RFP for Grand Boulevard area planning study",300,1738000,2038000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3313711-2039bd543dda73d37fd9080f9cd9f5e3&start=1738&end=2038","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3313711-2039bd543dda73d37fd9080f9cd9f5e3/thumbnail_1738000.jpg","/articles/6240926/Port-Richey-City/Pasco-County/Florida/Port-Richey-CRA-directs-staff-to-draft-RFP-for-Grand-Boulevard-area-planning-study","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6240926-9e8c23e8b3561bd716b4fdd684c21b49/orig.mp4?Expires=1773665299&Signature=I1f2FfqBqWrDyCyulu-uqZgTS30kdLPtZZDOIMMycxK6vhUbZ5QwUrnnJiS5q6lvugRn17Uc8pIEjdiuaVunt6x9s4lbyAl90~RVrr6YSQAnDqiKJP-0WoDCuPxyVaFYcazGXLjc957xIJEV1bfhpKKVABxOG3MOf31bYsscezwvYh9Lpq3BMO6r2aUwdIfmAAhCSx-deP~G3sSkn1x2HTsp9i-2V8POySu-J4T6MvQk-jJp9lOmys0ViOt7Dr7put1TpqlfdnpK3PrC1sSDSxixMH5uH6Bsh6pB5lV2ysRDYAJKJt0fe8pkCrQ-6lThSB5LBnnW7Q1lcoC344FbTg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Port Richey Community Redevelopment Agency instructed staff to prepare a request for proposals for a planning study of the Grand Boulevard area and to return to the CRA with a recommended scope and cost estimate.

City Manager Matthew Cobler said the study is intended to shape redevelopment ahead of waterfront development and could include form-based code elements. He told the board the CRA has about $2.2 million in its budget that could be a funding source and that his \"gut\" estimate for the study cost was about $50,000 but could reach $100,000 depending on services requested.

Why it matters: A targeted planning study and possible form-based code could shape future commercial and residential development along Grand Boulevard, coordinate with county efforts and make the area more attractive to investors and developers.

Cobler said staff has discussed the project with the county Brownfield agency, which may contribute funds; he also noted that a similar form-based code study is underway in Elfers and that Port Richey's planning consultant Tammy Bridal has been coordinating with county planners. Board members approved a motion to have staff draft the RFP and return with a recommended budget and timeline. The motion carried by voice vote.

Staff will prepare the RFP, refine the estimated budget and report back with recommendations and potential county partners.","The CRA approved staff to prepare a request for proposals for a Grand Boulevard area plan, with staff estimating a study cost of roughly $50,000 but cautioning it could reach $100,000; staff said CRA budget and county Brownfield funding are potential funding sources.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6240931,"Port Richey CRA awards branding and wayfinding contract to KMA",313,1437000,1750000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3313711-2039bd543dda73d37fd9080f9cd9f5e3&start=1437&end=1750","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3313711-2039bd543dda73d37fd9080f9cd9f5e3/thumbnail_1437000.jpg","/articles/6240931/Port-Richey-City/Pasco-County/Florida/Port-Richey-CRA-awards-branding-and-wayfinding-contract-to-KMA","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6240931-064b48c30f55c271a0bbea9ab851ca06/orig.mp4?Expires=1773665299&Signature=VQjLxE6hP0WS8Yj2cr242SUrbtaNLOKSF81KOUyo~dfF1-U-vhaB8HG1WnMhSH9qGlxCldDlDz-EVtvjRIcvKsn3OpEz8xpjaXTnh530Ulyqw7XKGITdCaKWgmS6uJYaj4mUOLqwYqL5NUah4mjWq1GXDMyBabL1P-gX9MSrhMcBe0fMS8cBlixbH6LgMOQj7RczCmgMn~pdafjI8YI6vcqResClXSVyA8tJpDlGYGON8ouMTm9YDUpUBZXUXocAhsrGpJWqX9gEeDv1DZezbzhGe3UHKVusuiwvm5zWIa8aH8eLWHcJfo53txrc384wHmxY3RkOn76NlANE2D6rJw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Port Richey Community Redevelopment Agency voted unanimously to award a contract for a branding and wayfinding plan to KMA after reviewing nine responses to a request for proposals.

The project ties to the CRA's recently adopted 2024 community redevelopment plan and aims to create gateway and wayfinding signage and a community brand. City Manager Matthew Cobler told the board that proposals ranged from $38,135 to $152,200 and estimated project timelines from 14 to 46 weeks.

Why it matters: A cohesive brand and a wayfinding system are intended to guide residents and visitors to key destinations and support redevelopment goals identified in the CRA plan.

Cobler said a selection panel consisting of himself, the operations manager and the CRA resiliency coordinator narrowed nine submissions to four finalists (Sky Design, KMA, SD2S and Guide Studios) and conducted virtual interviews. \"KMA brings extensive experience in community-based branding and wayfinding projects,\" Cobler said, and the committee recommended KMA partly because it submitted the most cost-effective proposal and demonstrated an organized process during the interview.

Cobler also cautioned that a weak procurement or community process could produce results the city and community do not support. After a motion and a second, the board approved the award by voice vote. The CRA did not provide a contract number at the meeting.","The Port Richey Community Redevelopment Agency selected KMA from four finalists to develop a community brand and wayfinding sign plan after a review of nine proposals; the board approved the award by voice vote.","actionData","errors"]

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