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Minutes 03-07-24 1 CRA Advisory Board Meeting Thursday, March 7, 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 6:30 p.m. 2. Pledge of Allegiance Chair Cobb asked the board to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call Members Present: Naomi Cobb (Chair) Chevette Gadson Courtlandt McQuire (Vice-Chair) Lesha Roundtree 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: Mr. McQuire moved to adopt the agenda. Ms. Gadson seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. 5. Public Comment None.  2 6. Information Only A. Process and Procedures for Assignments for CRA Advisory Board Mr. Tack, Acting CRA Executive Director, provided an overview of the background/history of the CRAB board, the process, and procedures of the board. Chair Cobb asked if Board members were allowed to contact staff for clarification. Mr. Tack affirmed and explained the process for outreach. Vice Chair McQuire asked if Board members were permitted to tour properties on their own and then bring back questions and concerns. Mr. Tack explained that future assignments would be directed by the City Commission and/or the CRA Board. Mr. Tack added he must follow the guidelines, as set, but would be happy to forward feedback or suggestions to the CRA Board for consideration. Ms. Gadson asked if the Board only operates on assignments from the City Commission or CRA Board. Mr. Tack replied yes but reinforced that Board members can represent themselves and lobby the CRA Board as individual residents. Vice Chair McQuire suggested the creation of Future Agenda items. Mr. Tack stated he would have to ask the CRA Board for guidance, based on the guidelines set forth. Vice Chair McQuire recommended the Board speak with CRA Board members to ensure smart assignments. Mr. Tack acknowledged the process or format may be antiquated and need updated. 7. Consent A. CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes – February 1, 2024 Ms. Gadson noted on Page 3, paragraphs one and two, she did not make those comments. She stated that Ms. Roundtree made those comments. Motion: Mr. McQuire moved to table the approval of the minutes until the next meeting. The motion died due to lack of second. Ms. Gadson recommended to take a few minutes to review the minutes. Motion: Mr. McQuire moved to approve the minutes, as amended. Ms. Roundtree seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. 8. Assignments  3 A. Pending Assignments None. B. Reports on Pending Assignments None. C. New Assignments 1. Discussion and Consideration of New Assignments from the CRA Board Assigned at the February 13, 2024, CRA Monthly Board Meeting Mr. Tack provided an overview of the assignment, which includes initiating steps to review the 2016 CRA Plan, CRA beatification ideas, investigating opportunities for a grocery store within the Heart of Boynton, identifies areas along Ocean Avenue for a parking garage. Ms. Roundtree stated the Heart of Boynton does not appear to have commercial property. Mr. Tack confirmed Heart of Boynton qualifies as a food desert and a need has been demonstrated. Ms. Roundtree recommended annexation that would make a grocery store possible. Mr. Tack suggested the first step would be to take the CRA Plan home and review it. Chair Cobb asked how often the CRA Plan should be looked at. Mr. Tack replied that, typically, it should be done every five years. Chair Cobb asked if their scope included updating the CRA Plan. Mr. Tack affirmed. He added that the CRA was looking to hire a consultant for evaluation and community input since it currently reads like planning document. Vice Chair McQuire recommended the Board take home the CRA Plan, reconvene, and then send Mr. Tack ideas and suggestions to discuss. Mr. Tack clarified that they could have an open discussion at their next meeting. Mr. Tack further explained the six districts. Discussion ensued. Motion: Ms. Cobb moved to review the 2016 CRA Plan document and bring back suggestions Ms. Gadson seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Ms. Curfman clarified it would come back under pending items. 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 provided an overview of the assignment, which includes identifying properties along the Federal Highway area and recommend whether to pursue acquisition.  4 Discussion ensued about the assignment and two properties. Mr. Tack noted there was no action needed at this time. It would come back as a pending item. 9. New Business CRA Board Items for CRA Advisory Board Review and Recommendations A. Old Business None. B. New Business None. 10. Future Agenda Items Vice Chair McQuire asked for an update on the Live Local Act. Mr. Tack confirmed he would get a status update. Vice Chair McQuire asked why the first Live Local project would not be included on the agenda. Mr. Tack explained they need to ensure it conforms with the procedures. 11. Adjournment There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 7:50 P.M. 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.