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Agenda 02-24-25 City of Boynton Beach Recreation & Parks Advisory Board City Hall Commission Chambers 100 E. Ocean Avenue, Boynton Beach February 24th, 2025, 6:30 PM Agenda I. Call To Order II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Agenda Approval – February 24th, 2025 V. Approval of Minutes – January 27th, 2025 VI. Unfinished Business a. Strategic Plan Discussion VII. New Business a. Upcoming Recreation Programs & Events b. Update on Marketing c. Departmental Updates i. Staffing d. Project Updates i. Hester Field ii. Little League Field iii. Galaxy Park iv. Oceanfront Park v. Pence Park VIII. Public Audience IX. Items For The City Manager’s Attention X. Future Agenda Items a. Presentation on County Dredging Project of Boynton Inlet/Oyer Park – March 24th, 2025 Meeting b. Presentation and Q&A on Restoration Project- TBD XI. Next Meeting – March 24th, 2025 The Board (Committee) may only conduct public business after a quorum has been established. If no quorum is established within fifteen (15) minutes of the noticed start time of the meeting, the City Clerk or designee will so note the failure to establish a quorum and the meeting shall be concluded. Board members may not participate further even when purportedly acting in an informal capacity. Speaking at Advisory Board Meetings: The public is encouraged to offer comment to the Advisory Board at their meetings during Public Audience, and on any regular agenda item, as hereinafter described. City Advisory Board meetings are business meetings and, as such, the Advisory Board retains the right to impose time limits on the discussion on an issue. • Public Audience: Any citizen may be heard concerning any matter within the scope of the jurisdiction of the Advisory Board - Time Limit - Three (3) Minutes. • Regular Agenda Items: Any citizen may speak on any official agenda item(s) listed on the agenda after a motion has been made and properly seconded - Time Limit - Three (3) Minutes. Addressing the Advisory Board: When addressing the Advisory Board, please step up to either podium and state your name for the record. Decorum: Any person who disrupts the meeting while addressing the Advisory Board may be ordered by the presiding officer to cease further comments and/or to step down from the podium. Failure to discontinue comments or step down when so ordered shall be treated as a continuing disruption of the public meeting. An order by the presiding officer issued to control the decorum of the meeting is binding, unless over-ruled by the majority vote of the Advisory Board members present. NOTICE IF A PERSON DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THE CITY COMMISSION WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT THIS MEETING, HE/SHE WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND, FOR SUCH PURPOSE, HE/SHE MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDING IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. (F.S. 286.0105) THE CITY SHALL FURNISH APPROPRIATE AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES WHERE NECESSARY TO AFFORD AN INDIVIDUAL WITH A DISABILITY AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN AND ENJOY THE BENEFITS OF A SERVICE, PROGRAM, OR ACTIVITY CONDUCTED BY THE CITY. PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE, (561) 742-6060 OR (TTY) 1-800-955-8771, AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THE PROGRAM OR ACTIVITY IN ORDER FOR THE CITY TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE YOUR REQUEST. ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS MAY BE ADDED SUBSEQUENT TO THE PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA ON THE CITY'S WEB SITE. INFORMATION REGARDING ITEMS ADDED TO THE AGENDA AFTER IT IS PUBLISHED ON THE CITY'S WEB SITE CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK. PARK SYSTEM MASTER PLAN SUMMARY The Park System Master Plan was devised to take a holistic and ambitious approach to enhancing the city's Recreation and Parks system. The plan also reflects city leaders' commitment to placing a greater – and more creative emphasis on Recreation and Parks’ role within the community over the next decade and beyond. The Master Plan was created utilizing the previous Park System Master Plan (2015), the City’s overall Strategic Plan (FY 20-21), and a needs assessment conducted through focus groups, interviews, and a questionnaire mailed to 2,500 randomly selected residents. Master Plan Goals include: • Develop and sustain a visually appealing, functional, and well-maintained network of parks, trails, and natural areas that meet the needs of all Boynton Beach residents, including seasonal visitors and special groups like the elderly and disabled. • Ensure sufficient public facilities to meet current and future needs through a strategic, cost- effective funding approach aligned with the Plan's objectives and policies. • Increase revenue through facility rentals, increased registration, and increased sponsorship/partnership opportunities. The City has had recent planning and (re)design completed for the following parks: • Ezell Hester Jr. Community Park • Meadows Park • Pence Park Master Plan • Little League Park Master Plan • Pioneer Canal Park Master Plan These new park plans were reviewed and the new facilities to be provided were considered as part of the future Vision for the system. The Master Plan considered key demographic trends to guide future park development and programming. Key Findings: Population Growth: The city is rapidly growing and will need new parks, facilities, and programs to maintain quality of life. Population Density: With limited available land, creative and collaborative solutions will be needed to expand park space. Age Distribution: The changing makeup of the city’s demographics will require multi-generational and flexible recreational spaces. Diversity: A shifting racial makeup calls for inclusive programs, activities, and events celebrating cultural diversity. Household Income: A broad income range suggests the need for both premium and affordable/free recreational programs to serve all residents. Social Vulnerability: The northeast and central west areas have high social vulnerability, requiring targeted support through parks, recreation facilities, and community programs.