In this episode of Building a Better Broward Podcast, host Greg Brewton sits down with Clarence Woods, Manager of the Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), for a powerful discussion on rebuilding, revitalization, and the vision behind one of Broward County’s most historic neighborhoods — the 33311 corridor.

Clarence shares his journey from Miami-Dade to Fort Lauderdale and how his leadership has helped transform what was once called the “forgotten area” of the city into a hub of growth, opportunity, and cultural pride. Together, they break down the purpose of the CRA and its mission to eliminate blight, stimulate development, and improve the quality of life for residents.

Key topics include:
🏗️ Understanding how CRAs work — and the difference between redevelopment and reinvestment
🏙️ The vision and leadership driving the transformation of the Sistrunk Corridor and Northwest Fort Lauderdale
💡 Major projects like Sistrunk Station, 613 by Affiliated Development, The Arcadian, and Sistrunk Vue
🌴 Balancing progress with affordability and preventing displacement
🏘️ Creating spaces for business, culture, and community pride
📈 How smart, inclusive development is connecting east and west Fort Lauderdale

Clarence and Greg also address one of the most important questions in community redevelopment: how do we grow without losing our roots? Their conversation highlights how Fort Lauderdale’s CRA is leading with transparency, cultural preservation, and long-term investment — building a Broward where every neighborhood has the chance to rise.

🎙️ Hosted by: Greg Brewton
🏛️ Guest: Clarence Woods, Manager – Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)
📍 Location: Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida

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