The Ledger reports that communities are searching for new ways to promote economic development with the recent loss of the Florida Entertainment Industry Financial Incentive Program. The program reportedly created 87,870 jobs and $2.3 billion in wages while production spending and additional tourism revenue totaled $7.2 billion in 2013.

According to Fox News, Florida is on pace to host a record 100 million visitors this year, which is challenging the state's tourism infrastructure considerably. The State plans to invest $3.5 billion in capital improvements over the next five years at 15 seaports.

At the state level, solar continues to be a hot policy topic. Greentech Media gives an update on state-level clean energy news from around the country, including a new measure that would allow for third-party solar financing in Florida.

Last week, Martin and Indian River counties filed separate legal actions challenging conduit issuer Florida Development Finance Corp.'s Aug. 5 final approval of the bond issuance. One action is requesting an administrative hearing, while the other is seeking a court review of the vote.

CDFA is excited to offer the Brownfields Project Marketplace as an opportunity for communities to receive free technical assistance related to the redevelopment and financing of brownfield projects. Join us November 3-6 in Charleston, SC to consult with financing professionals and brownfield project experts who can help identify potential resources for your brownfield project.

November 3-6, 2015 - Charleston, SC
Join CDFA in Charleston, South Carolina for the 2015 National Development Finance Summit! Hosted by the South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA), the CDFA National Summit brings together the leaders and dealmakers in the development finance industry to discuss best practices, trends, and project financing solutions.

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