On May 5, 2026, the Super TIF Advisory Committee recommended City Commission approval of up to 206,000 in Downtown Urban Renewal District TIF funds for Clearwater Credit Union’s project at 101 1st Avenue North. The project scope includes site and right‑of‑way improvements, sidewalk reconstruction, alley upgrades, and installation of historic streetlights as part of the credit union’s downtown facility. Staff noted the project aligns with the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan and state TIF requirements, and that approximately 2.6 million in downtown TIF capacity is currently available. While the TIF reimbursement decision is effectively made pending Commission action, the construction and design work for the on‑site and public‑realm improvements will create demand for civil, electrical, lighting, landscaping, and construction services. Vendors can position for subcontracting, streetscape materials, historic lighting, accessibility upgrades, and follow‑on work as the downtown district continues to invest in similar projects.

Ryan Bundy of MMW Architects presented via Zoom, indicating architectural and site design is already...