Legislative Insights - Past, Present and Future of Florida’s CRAs

In 1949, the United States enacted the Housing Act to address the decline in urban housing. Fast forward to 1969 and the Florida Redevelopment Act was passed so local governments throughout the state could create community redevelopment agencies and address slum and blight. During the first episode of 2021, the Redevelopment Works podcast takes a deep dive into the past, present and future of Florida’s redevelopment efforts. Join FRA’s executive director, Amber Hughes and guest speaker, Ryan Matthews as they examine the history of redevelopment, how it has changed our landscape and how it shapes our future.

About the Speaker: Ryan Matthews of Peebles, Smith & Matthews, has extensive experience in local, state and federal government advocacy. He previously served as the associate legislative director for the Florida League of Cities and focuses his practice on general utilities (electric/water/wastewater), environmental, transportation, telecommunications, growth management and local government representation.