Agenda 06-06-241.Call to Order
2.Pledge of Allegiance
3.Roll Call
4.Agenda Approval
5.Public Comment
6.Consent
A.CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes - May 2, 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
Thursday, June 6, 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 - May 2, 2024 CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
CRA ADVISORY BOARD MEETING OF: June 6, 2024
CONSENT
AGENDA ITEM 6.A
SUBJECT:
CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes - May 2, 2024
SUMMARY:
See attached minutes.
CRAB RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the May 2, 2024 CRA Advisory Board meeting minutes.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
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CRA Advisory Board Meeting
Thursday, May 2, 2024 - 6:30 PM
City Hall Chambers, 100 E. Ocean Avenue
561-737-3256
1. Call to Order
Vice Chair McQuire called the meeting to order at 6:43 PM.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Vice Chair McQuire asked the board to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Roll Call
Members Present:
Courtlandt McQuire (Vice Chair)
Lesha Roundtree
Chevette Gadson
Alexandria Lopresto
Staff:
Tim Tack, Acting CRA Executive Director
Vicki Curfman, Administrative Assistant
Leslie Harmon, Prototype, Inc.
4. Agenda Approval
A. Additions, Deletions, Corrections to the Agenda
None.
B. Adoption of Agenda
Motion:
Ms. Lopresto 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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Mr. William Pie asked the Board to look into the rebuilding the fishing pier.
6. Consent
A. CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes – April 4, 2024
Motion:
Ms. Lopresto moved to approve the April 4, 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 reminded the Board of their first assignment to review the Federal Highway
Corridor.
Vice Chair McQuire noted the 2016 Plan was not as outdated as originally anticiapted.
He discussed the flood zone location, parks, attracking businesses, and Tri Rail system.
Mr. Tack noted original discussions about the location the Brightline hub. He reminded
the Board its about goals and objectives.
Vice Chair McQuire continued discussion about Brightline, importance of community
input, enhacing streetscapes, street parking, and rideshares.
Mr. Tack described the Circuit rideshare pilot program, which was sponsored by the CRA.
Ms. Roundtree noted the creation of a greenway along SE 4th Street as per the
Connectivity Plan, as stated on Page 99.
Discussion ensued about the greenway.
Vice Chair McQuire spoke about property values, affordability, and urban design
guidelines.
Ms. Roundtree appreciated the vision for Federal Highway but observed that it did not
appear to function as a gateway. She suggested that it needed to evolve into a
destination, with more sidewalks and street parking.
Mr. Tack mentioned that the roadway is owned by the State, with the understanding that
the local municipality is responsible for funding additional improvements.
Ms. Roundtree proposed that the property east of the railroad track could be transformed
into a pleasant greenway, with bike lanes. Additionally, she pointed out the necessity for
more downtown destinations and commercial space.
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Mr. Tack stated the primary destination for the Circuit Rideshare Program was the beach,
followed by the Marina.
Ms. Lopresto suggested enhancing street lighting, citing the potential benefits for
businesses operating later into the evening.
Mr. Tack mentioned that the Board would be open to considering the optimal use for the
211 East Ocean property, but he emphasized that the CRA did not function as landlords.
Ms. Roundtree inquired about opportunities to expand on the water.
Mr. Tack confirmed that most of that property was already owned, but he mentioned that
the CRA could explore additional options.
Vice Chair McQuire summarized that the 2016 Plan remained relevant and required only
minor adjustments. He concurred with the suggestion to establish a destination and
acknowledged that it lacked significant language to attract businesses.
Mr. Tack concurred with the observation regarding the lack of economic development in
the area.
Vice Chair McQuire summarized the suggestions to discuss at the next meeting:
Create a sense of destination
Add language to attract business and retail
Widen sidewalks and pedestrian areas
Create gateway features that incorporate green canopy spaces
Explore right-of-way dedications
Mr. Tack recommended exploring a gateway entrance.
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 noted the three previous property recommendations would be presented at the
May 14th CRA meeting. He introduced a new property opportuynity at 1017 North
Federal Highway.
Ms. Roundtree noted it was rather small.
Vice Chair McQuire asked about the most recent time the CRA closed on a property.
Mr. Tack noted approximately two months ago and confirmed the funding rolls over.
Ms. Roundtree inquired about the purpose of the property. Mr. Tack suggested it could
be mixed use.
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Ms. Lopresto supported the opportunity to purchase for land banking. Vice Chair McQuire
agreed.
Motion:
Ms. Roundtree moved to proceed with a land banking request to the CRA Board for the
1017 North Federal property Ms. Gadson seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the
motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Tack suggested including this property among the other three currently under
consideration by the CRA Board for discussion at their next meeting.
Ms. Lopresto inquired about funding to purchase property. Mr. Tack was unaware but
reminded the Board price was not part of the consideration. Ms. Lopresto asked about
the funding available for property acquisition. Mr. Tack was unsure about the specifics
but reminded the Board that the price was not a primary consideration.
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
None.
9. Future Agenda Items
None.
10. Adjournment
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 7:35 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
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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: June 6, 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. With the first step to review the existing CRA plan, and
B. With the end goal to 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 beautiful the area
within the CRA district (cannot be in replacement of a normal City duty and needs to be above
and beyond).
3. Investigate means to get a grocery store in the CRA Heart of Boynton area.
4. Identify potential locations for a Public Parking Garage preferably along Ocean Avenue.
When matters are assigned to the CRAB, reliance on staff should be minimized to the extent
possible. Individual members of the CRAB may not assign work to CRA or City staff members.
Research by the members of the Advisory Board should be done independently and with as
minimal reliance on CRA or City staff as possible. This will ensure that work continues to be
accomplished as staff will not be overwhelmed with new assignments.
Once the assignment is complete and the CRAB is ready to present a report to the CRA or
City Commission, then the CRAB Board shall submit their report to CRA staff or the City Clerk
for publishing on the next available agenda.
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 their report to the CRA
Board:
Create a sense of destination
Add language to attract business and retail
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Widen sidewalks and pedestrian areas
Create gateway features that incorporate green canopy spaces
Explore right-of-way dedications.
Then t he CRAB Board decided to review the Heart of Boynton District section of the 2016
CRA Plan and will be and bringing their ideas and suggestions to the next meeting.
All other assignments were moved to Pending Assignments, as no additional action was taken
at their May 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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