Minutes 10-03-24 BOYNTON
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COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CRA Advisory Board Meeting
Thursday, October 3, 2024 - 6:30 PM
City Hall Chambers, 100 E. Ocean Avenue
561-737-3256
1. Call to Order
Chair Cobb called the meeting to order at 6:32 PM.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Cobb asked the board to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Roll Call
Members Present:
Naomi Cobb (Chair)
Courtlandt McQuire (Vice Chair)
Lesha Roundtree
Thomas Ramiccio
Kameren Maharaj
Staff:
Timothy Tack, Acting CRA Executive Director
Vicki Curfman, Administrative Assistant
Other:
Leslie Harmon, Prototype Inc.
4. Agenda Approval
A. Additions, Deletions, Corrections to the Agenda
None.
B. Adoption of Agenda
Motion:
Mr. Ramiccio moved to adopt the agenda. Mr. McQuire seconded the motion. In a
voice vote, the motion passed unanimously.
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5. Public Comment
None.
6. Consent
A. CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes — September 5, 2024
Motion:
Ms. Roundtree moved to approve the September 5, 2024, minutes. Mr. McQuire
seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously.
7. Assignments
A. Pending Assignment No. 1 - Discussion and Consideration of New
Assignments from the CRA Board assigned at the February 13, 2024, CRA
Monthly Board Meeting
Acting Director Tim Tack opened the discussion on the Downtown District. He provided
an overview of the district boundaries, noting it spans from Northeast Seventh Street to
Southeast 12th Avenue, bordered by Federal Highway and the FEC railway.
Chair Cobb inquired about updates on ongoing projects within the Downtown District. Mr.
Tack mentioned several developments, including residential projects along the Federal
Highway corridor, with some still in the pre-application phase. He emphasized the
district's potential for mixed-use development.
Vice-Chair McQuire and Board Member Ramiccio raised concerns about the confusion
between the Downtown District and the Cultural Arts District. He suggested exploring a
renaming of the Downtown District to avoid overlap and to better align with the district's
evolving character.
Ms. Roundtree supported this, noting that a cohesive branding strategy could enhance
the area's identity and public perception.
Discussion also covered opportunities for activating Veteran's Park.
Mr. Tack highlighted the potential to improve lighting and create a more inviting
atmosphere for pedestrians. Ideas included adding red, white, and blue up-lighting to
highlight the park's significance
Chair Cobb emphasized the importance of making the park more accessible and visible
to residents and visitors alike.
The Board agreed to further explore these suggestions and consider including them in
the next CRA plan update:
• Land acquisition for a Parking garage site, but in the meantime, surface lots to be
used for parking
• Beautification along Federal corridor
• Increase opportunities for activation of Veteran's Park to include red, white, and
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blue lighting
• Re-evaluation of district boundaries, as well as, renaming/reboundry/rebranding
• Land acquisition for a Grocery store
• Increased maintenance, safety, and cleanliness of the district in anticipation of
more pedestrian traffic.
The CRAB Board will review the 2016 CRA Plan as a whole and bring their ideas and
suggestions to the November 7, 2024 meeting.
B. Pending Assignment No. 2 - Discussion and Consideration of New
Assignments from the CRA Board assigned at the February 13, 2024 CRA
Monthly Board Meeting Regarding Property Acquisition
Mr. Tack introduced the proposed acquisition of property at 419 N Seacrest Blvd. He
detailed that the parcel, approximately 0.33 acres, was listed on the open market and
could serve as a strategic acquisition for future redevelopment efforts.
Motion:
Mr. Ramiccio moved to recommend the acquisition as a land-banking opportunity. Mr.
Ramiccio seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously.
C. Reports on Pending Assignments
None.
D. New Assignments
None.
8. CRA Board Items for CRA Advisory Board Review and Recommendations
A. Old Business
None.
B. New Business
Mr. Tack proposed a change to the meeting start time, suggesting an earlier start at 6:00
PM to better accommodate members' schedules. The board discussed the feasibility and
agreed to the change, pending the approval of absent board members.
Motion:
Mr. McQuire moved to adjust the meeting start time from 6:30 PM to 6:00 PM, contingent
upon agreement from absent members. Mr. Ramiccio seconded the motion. In a voice
vote, the motion passed unanimously.
9. Future Agenda Items
Mr. Tack mentioned that the next CRA Board meeting will include a presentation on the
MLK Gateway Feature Project. He invited board members to attend and provide input,
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emphasizing the importance of public feedback in shaping the project.
10. Adjournment
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 8:08 PM.
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