Agenda 07-08-241.Call to Order
2.Pledge of Allegiance
3.Roll Call
4.Agenda Approval
5.Public Comment
6.Consent
A.CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes - June 6, 2024
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
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
C.Reports on Pending Assignments
D.New Assignments
8.CRA Board Items for CRA Advisory Board Review and Recommendations
CRA Advisory Board Meeting
Monday, July 8, 2024 - 6:30 PM
City Hall Chambers, 100 E. Ocean Avenue
561-737-3256
AGENDA
A. Additions, Deletions, Corrections to the Agenda
B. Adoption of Agenda
A. Old Business
B. New Business
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9.Future Agenda Items
10.Adjournment
NOTICE
THE CRA 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 CRA. PLEASE CONTACT THE CRA, (561) 737-3256, AT
LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THE PROGRAM OR ACTIVITY IN ORDER FOR THE CRA TO REASONABLY
ACCOMMODATE YOUR REQUEST.
ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS MAY BE ADDED SUBSEQUENT TO THE PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA ON THE CRA'S
WEBSITE. INFORMATION REGARDING ITEMS ADDED TO THE AGENDA AFTER IT IS PUBLISHED ON THE CRA'S
WEBSITE CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE CRA OFFICE.
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•Attachment I - June 6, 2024 CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
CRA ADVISORY BOARD MEETING OF: July 8, 2024
CONSENT
AGENDA ITEM 6.A
SUBJECT:
CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes - June 6, 2024
SUMMARY:
See attached minutes.
CRAB RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the June 6, 2024 CRA Advisory Board meeting minutes.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
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CRA Advisory Board Meeting
Thursday, June 6, 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 6:33 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)
Lesha Roundtree
Chevette Gadson
Alexandria Lopresto
Thomas Ramiccio
Staff:
Tim Tack, Acting CRA Executive Director
Vicki Curfman, Administrative Assistant
4. Agenda Approval
A. Additions, Deletions, Corrections to the Agenda
None.
B. Adoption of Agenda
Motion:
Ms. Roundtree moved to adopt the agenda. Ms. Gadson seconded the motion. In a
voice vote, the motion passed unanimously.
5. Public Comment
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None.
6. Consent
A. CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes – May 2, 2024
Motion:
Ms. Lopresto moved to approve the May 2, 2024, minutes. Ms. Gadson 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
Mr. Tack noted, at the May 2, 2024, meeting, the CRAB Board discussed the Federal
Highway District section of the 2016 CRA Plan and decided on five key points to include
in the report to the CRA Board which included:
Create a sense of destination
Add language to attract business, restaurants and retail
Wide sidewalks and pedestrian areas
Create gateway features that incorporate green canopy spaces
Explore right-of-way dedications
He added the Board decided to review the Heart of Boynton District section of the 2016
CRA Plan and bring forth their ideas and suggestions at tonight’s meeting.
Ms. Roundtree researched how other communities solve the issue of groceries stores in
food desert areas. She discussed options smaller than a major grocery store. She
suggested Boynton Boulevard.
The Board discussed options including Howards, Publix, and location. Mr. Tack stated
major chains often require a large acreage or parcel size, which would present a
challenge in this area. Chair Cobb discussed a small market that offers fruit and
vegetables with pedestrian access. Mr. Ramiccio agreed and suggested assessing
community needs in the area and focus on a locally owned market concept. Mr. Tack
reiterated the challenge of identifying adequate land and access to major roads.
The Board discussed Delray Beach’s Green Market, which features various vendors.
Chair Cobb stressed the importance of community input. She shared an example of how
Fort Lauderdale introduced more fresh produce into markets and partnership with the
CRA.
Mr. Tack described opportunities and improvements with new development along MLK
Boulevard.
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Chair Cobb suggested approaching local clergy about participating in their monthly
community meeting to encourage input and educate residents about the CRA.
Ms. Lopresto discussed how public art can draw more visitors to a city and raise the
profile. Mr. Tack stated that a mural will be installed on the Southwest corner of Federal
Highway.
The Board discussed programs for neighborhood improvements in the Heart of Boynton
and barriers that residents face to complete work. Chair Cobb provided an example of a
successful program from Wilton Manors.
Mr. Tack and the Board summarized the following recommendations:
Potential to utilize a local grocer
Soliciting community input
Inclusion of a farmer’s market or green market within the MLK corridor
More public art within the Heart of Boynton
Improving older homes in the Heart of Boynton
Community greening
Make the industrial area of the Heart of Boynton a destination area to encourage
revitalization (Arts District, etc.)
Increase education to residents regarding the CRA District
The Board further discussed murals, public art, and community greening.
Mr. Tack further examined the lots the CRA is interested in acquiring and confirmed that
there are ongoing opportunities for discussions about projects and for updating Board
recommendations.
Chair Cobb suggested better signage is needed for the Circuit public transportation
option. Mr. Tack discussed marketing efforts, but acknowledged there are more
opportunities to inform residents.
Chair Cobb noted the next Community Conversations meeting with clergy will be held on
June 24th at Sara Sims Park.
The Board agreed to discuss the Boynton Beach Boulevard District at the July 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
None.
C. Reports on Pending Assignments
None.
D. New Assignments
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None.
8. CRA Board Items for CRA Advisory Board Review and Recommendations
A. Old Business
None.
B. New Business
None.
9. Future Agenda Items
None.
10. Adjournment
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 7:47 PM.
NOTICE
THE CRA 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 CRA. PLEASE CONTACT THE CRA, (561) 737-3256, AT LEAST
48 HOURS PRIOR TO THE PROGRAM OR ACTIVITY IN ORDER FOR THE CRA TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE
YOUR REQUEST. ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS MAY BE ADDED SUBSEQUENT TO THE PUBLICATION OF THE
AGENDA ON THE CRA'S WEBSITE. INFORMATION REGARDING ITEMS ADDED TO THE AGENDA AFTER IT IS
PUBLISHED ON THE CRA'S WEBSITE CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE CRA OFFICE.
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CRA ADVISORY BOARD MEETING OF: July 8, 2024
ASSIGNMENTS
AGENDA ITEM 7.A
SUBJECT:
Pending Assignment No. 1 - Discussion and Consideration of New Assignments from the CRA
Board assigned at the February 13, 2024 CRA Monthly Board Meeting
SUMMARY:
At the monthly CRA Board Meeting on February 13, 2024, the CRA Board approved the
following tasks be assigned to the CRA Advisory Board (CRAB):
1. Initiate the steps to revise the 2016 CRA Plan,
A. Review the existing CRA plan, and
B. Incorporate both the grocery store and public parking as part of that plan.
2. Look for ways that are above and beyond the normal City functions to beautify the area
within the CRA District (cannot be in replacement of normal COBB duties and needs to be
above and beyond).
3. Investigate means to acquire a grocery store in the Heart of Boynton.
4. Identify potential locations for a Public Parking Garage preferably along Ocean Avenue.
When matters are assigned to the CRAB Board, reliance on staff should be minimized to the
extent possible. Individual members of CRAB may not assign work to the CRA or City staff
members. Research by the members of the Advisory Board should be done independently
and with minimal support from the CRA or City staff.
Once the assignment is complete and the CRAB is ready to present a report to the CRA or
City Commission, the CRAB Board shall submit their report to CRA staff or the City Clerk for
publishing on the next available agenda.
At the June 6, 2024 meeting, the CRAB Board discussed the Heart of Boynton section of the
2016 CRA Plan and decided on key points to include in their report to the CRA Board:
Potential to utilize a local grocer
Soliciting community input
Inclusion of a farmer’s market or green market within the MLK corridor
More public art within the Heart of Boynton
Improving older homes in the Heart of Boynton
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•Attachment I - 2016 Redevelopment Plan
Community greening
Make the industrial / commercial area of the Heart of Boynton a destination area to
encourage revitalization (Arts District, etc.)
Increase education to residents regarding the CRA
The CRAB Board decided to review the Boynton Beach Boulevard District section of the 2016
CRA Plan and will bring their ideas and suggestions to the next meeting.
All other assignments were moved to Pending Assignments, no additional action was taken at
the June Meeting.
FISCAL IMPACT:
To be determined.
CRA PLAN/PROJECT/PROGRAM:
2016 Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Plan
CRAB RECOMMENDATION:
To be determined.
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