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Building Clearwater’s Future
Welcome to the city of Clearwater's newsletter on downtown construction. This newsletter is designed to introduce you to current downtown projects and keep you updated on timelines, road closures, and impacts to public parking. Please read on, click the links for more information, and reach out to Al with any questions.
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CRA Community Outreach Meeting
Aug. 26, 3 to 4 p.m., Clearwater Main Library
 The city's Community Redevelopment Agency team will begin hosting monthly Community Outreach Meetings to share updates on city initiatives, resources and revitalization efforts impacting downtown. These meetings are open to all residents, businesses and community partners.
During this meeting, city staff will give a special presentation on the multiple upcoming construction projects that will soon impact downtown. We invite you to join us for our first meeting:
- Tuesday, Aug. 26
- 3 to 4 p.m.
- Clearwater Main Library in the Council Chambers, first floor
- 100 N. Osceola Ave.
This is a great opportunity to learn more about the exciting changes coming and how to stay connected. Thank you for being an engaged member of our community.
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PSTA's Clearwater Station Breaks Ground
 In partnership with the city of Clearwater, Pinellas County, the Florida Department of Transportation, CSX, and with support from other organizations, the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority broke ground on a new state-of-the-art, sustainable transit center on Aug. 22.
Located at 710 Court Street, the new Clearwater Station will replace the outdated and overcapacity facility, Park Street Terminal, currently serving downtown Clearwater. Adjacent to the new City Hall, the Clearwater Station will offer improved access to thousands of jobs and the scenic beaches of Pinellas County. The project is scheduled for completion in early 2027.
City Awards Construction Bid to Creative Contractors, Inc.
 The city is moving forward with plans for a new downtown parking garage at 155 S. Osceola Ave. Creative Contractors, Inc. submitted the lowest of five competitive bids and has been awarded the construction contract.
This garage will provide parking to support downtown businesses, events and visitors. Construction is expected to begin in mid-October 2025 and wrap up by December 2026.
To help keep the project running smoothly, the contract includes allowances to address underground conditions and to coordinate with nearby construction activity. We’ll continue to share updates as the project progresses.
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 Curious about what’s happening downtown? Our new interactive construction map makes it easy to stay informed on all ongoing and upcoming infrastructure and development projects in the heart of Clearwater.
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 As part of Clearwater’s downtown improvement projects, some roads and intersections will be temporarily closed or detoured. We’re working hard to minimize disruption and to keep you informed every step of the way.
Osceola Avenue
Southbound lanes on north Osceola Avenue will shift to share the northbound Osceola Avenue lane just south of Drew Street, beginning Sept. 11, for construction of a new hotel and rental building.
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As downtown Clearwater undergoes improvements, some parking areas will be temporarily closed or relocated. There currently are no parking lot closures due to construction.
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Assistant City Manager Alfred G. Battle Jr. brings nearly 30 years of local government experience, including leadership roles in Jacksonville and Fort Lauderdale — and now, in Clearwater.
Al is eager to get to know Clearwater residents and businesses personally, ensuring your questions and concerns are heard and addressed throughout the downtown transformation.
“Ask Al” is your direct connection to the leadership behind these exciting projects. Whether you’re curious about timelines, traffic impacts or design changes, Al is here to listen and keep you informed every step of the way.
Have a question? Submit it to AskAl@MyClearwater.com
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