About Drew Park CRA
Drew Park’s close proximity to Tampa International Airport, Hillsborough Community College, professional sports and recreational facilities, and major employers, ideally positions the area for private investment. As one of the few remaining areas in Tampa with affordable industrial land and space, the area continues to attract new residents and businesses. Electric Supply recently completed a 35,000-square-foot expansion and major infrastructure and streetscape improvements are underway on Lois Avenue. These projects are keeping redevelopment momentum moving forward.
- Drew Park CRA Boundary Map
- Drew Park CRA Boundary Legal Description
- Drew Park CRA Community Redevelopment Plan
- Drew Park CRA Vision & Strategic Action Plan
Drew Park CRA Grant Programs
- CRA Façade Improvement Grants – Designed to provide retail or commercial property owners with finance assistance to improve the appearance of their properties within the CRA area. Matching reimbursement grant of up to $50,000.
- Fence Improvement Program – Designed to provide property owners with financial assistance to screen unattractive areas and/or upgrade fencing. Matching reimbursement grant of up to $5,000.
Drew Park CRA Community Advisory Committee
The purpose of the Drew Park CRA Community Advisory Committee (CAC) is to ensure that the interests of residents, property owners, businesses, and other stakeholders in the area are represented in key decisions relating to the CRA Community Redevelopment Plan and the CRA budget for the area. Interested individuals must live or work in the redevelopment area or have a significant interest in the area. CAC positions are appointed by the Community Redevelopment Agency, are voluntary, and serve without compensation.
CAC Meeting Time and Location:
5:30 p.m. – First Tuesday of each month
Tampa Police Department District 1 Headquarters, 3818 W. Tampa Bay Boulevard, Tampa, FL, 33614
Current CAC Members:
| Name | Representation | Term Exp. Date |
|---|---|---|
| Maritza Astorquiza, Chair | Business Owner | Jan. 2024 |
| Nick Lavandera | At-Large | Jan. 2024 |
| Vacant | At-Large | NA |
| Vacant | At-Large | NA |
| Randy Forister | *Hillsborough County Aviation Authority | Dec. 2024 |
| Michael Maurino | *Westshore Alliance | Jan. 2024 |
| Susan Braun | Business Owner | June 2023 |
| Julio Piazza, Vice Chair | Business Owner | Jan. 2024 |
| Dr. Paige Niehaus | *Hillsborough Community College | Sept. 2023 |
*Ex-Officio
Financials
Contact Us
Office:
306 E. Jackson St.,
2N Tampa, FL 33602
Fax: (813) 274-7410
Manager: Jesus Niño, AICP, CFM
Phone: (813) 274-7427
Economic Development Specialist: Andrea Roshaven
Phone: (813) 274-8245
Office Support Specialist:
Phone: (813) 274-8325