Minutes 09-23-25MINUTES OF THE EDUCATION AND YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
HELD ON SEPTEMBER 23, 2025, AT 6:00 P.M.
AT BOYNTON BEACH CITY HALL
100 E. OCEAN AVENUE, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA
PRESENT
Lori Wilkinson, Chair Sherri Claude, Board Liaison
Sandra Watson, Vice Chair
Ricardo Camacho
Julie Carter
Kristopher Kenny
ABSENT:
Isabella Acosta
Paul Jean
Gabrielle Gurrieri
Dr. Teresa Kasey-McClendon
I. Call to Order
Chair Wilkinson called the meeting to order at 6:08 PM.
II. Pledge of Allegiance
The members recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
III. Roll Call
The roll was called. A quorum was present.
IV. Approval of Agenda
Motion
Mr. Camacho moved to approve the agenda. Ms. Watson seconded the motion.
The motion passed unanimously.
V. Approval of Minutes — August 26, 2025
Motion
Mr. Kenny moved to approve the minutes. Mr. Camacho seconded the motion. The
motion passed unanimously.
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VI. Announcements/Informational Items
The fall edition of Boynton Connect, the tri -annual publication of programs, activities and
events, was distributed to the members.
VII. Public Audience
None.
VIII. New Business
Ms. Watson shared that while she was out of town and unable to attend the Senior Prom,
she heard a lot of positive feedback from those who were there.
IV. Unfinished Business
A. Youth Symposium
Ms. Claude invited Frank Ireland, Recreation Supervisor, to attend to discuss the Youth
Symposium. She will invite him to the October meeting.
B. Fundraising & Outreach
Ms. Carter provided information on a fundraising event she is hosting in Palm Beach on
October 26. She plans to donate a portion of the proceeds to replenish the funds that the
Board recently donated to Men of Vision and Purpose.
Members inquired about the presentation of the check to that group at a City Commission
meeting. Ms. Claude advised that the check has not yet been issued, as she has not
received a response to emails requesting completion of a form that is needed. Chair
Wilkinson will call them. She will also contact the City Clerk's office regarding making a
check presentation at an upcoming Commission meeting.
Ms. Watson spoke to a representative at The Club assisted living facility who would like
to make a presentation to the Board at a future meeting.
Chair Wilkinson provided information on past outreach efforts. These included the Tennis
Carnival, a free event for kids hosted by Hunter's Run; attending School Advisory
Committee (SAC) and PTA meetings as well as going into high schools to promote the
Bob Borovy Award. The Board also did fundraising by selling items during
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the Holiday Parade. The First Friday events are also an opportunity for outreach.
Mr. Kenny inquired if the City could publicize the Board meetings on their social media.
Ms. Watson suggested outreach to youth during the Police and Fire Academies.
V. Future Meeting Dates: October 28
Ms. Claude will bring back available dates for the combined November/December meeting.
VI. Adjournment
Motion
Mr. Kenny moved to adjourn. Ms. Carter seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanimously.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:26 P.M.
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