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CRA extends Ocean Rescue Alliance contract by 180 days to keep program open while agency works with DEP

Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency · January 22, 2026
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Summary

The CRA approved a 180-day extension to the Ocean Rescue Alliance contract (no additional funding) so the contractor remains available while staff and state agencies resolve outstanding coastal work and permitting issues.

The Community Redevelopment Agency authorized a 180-day extension to the Ocean Rescue Alliance contract to keep the contractor active while the city and CRA continue discussions with state regulators over underwater modules and related coastal issues.

Board members confirmed there is no funding change associated with the extension. The extension was described as an administrative step to keep the contract active while staff meets with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and other agencies to resolve placement concerns and possible relocations of modules.

Ending: Motion passed unanimously; staff said they will continue discussions with FDEP and report back to the board following agency meetings.