AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHousing Affordability: A new State of ALICE 2026 report finds Sarasota and Manatee families are getting squeezed harder—42% of Sarasota County households and 43% of Manatee County households fall below the ALICE threshold, with the region’s “survival budget” for a family of four topping $100,000+ as costs keep climbing. Local Development & Land Use: Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation has started construction on its La Gorce Family Intern Village, a 30-bed housing project supporting conservation research and education on the island. Safety & Mobility: A new Smart Growth America/Complete Streets study ranks Florida as the fifth most dangerous state for pedestrians and cyclists; Tampa Bay lands as the most dangerous metro in Florida. Real Estate Market Watch: A report highlights 5 real estate markets savvy snowbirds are flocking to in 2026, including Delray Beach. Construction/Design Recognition: Toll Brothers’ Marsh Harbor community in Ponte Vedra won Best of Show at the 2026 Northeast Florida Parade of Homes. Property & Community Impact: Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings delivered his final State of the County address, citing housing crisis, transportation, and homelessness investments during his tenure.
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