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Jacksonville Beach CRA favors phased pilot for boardwalk activation, staff to begin weekend market tests
Summary
The CRA agreed on a phased approach for activating the Seawalk/boardwalk area, starting with pilot weekend markets and temporary programming (0–12 months), then evaluating semi-permanent uses; staff to coordinate with Parks & Recreation and business community.
The City of Jacksonville Beach Community Redevelopment Agency agreed March 12 to begin a phased pilot program to activate the downtown boardwalk area, starting with weekend market events and short-term programming to test what draws foot traffic.
CRA staff member Taylor presented activation concepts and a proposed phased timeline; board members broadly supported a phased pilot rather than immediate, wide-scale changes. Taylor said the approach would begin with a 0–12 month pilot and then move to 12–18 months and full implementation beyond 18…
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