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Agenda 07-15-261.Call to Order 2.Pledge of Allegiance 3.Roll Call 4.Agenda Approval 5.Public Comment 6.Administrative A.September CRA Advisory Board Meeting is canceled due to conflicts. 7.Consent A.CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes - April 15, 2026 B.CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes - June 17, 2026 8.Old Business A.Placemaking Initiatives Assignment B.Advisory Board Future Assignments 9.New Business A.Consideration of Registration to Attend the Florida Redevelopment Association 2026 Annual Conference on October 20-23, 2026 in Charlotte Harbor, Florida 10.Future Agenda Items CRA Advisory Board Meeting Wednesday, July 15, 2026 - 6:00 PM City Hall Chambers, 100 E. Ocean Avenue 561-737-3256 AGENDA A. Additions, Deletions, Corrections to the Agenda B. Adoption of Agenda A. CRA Staff Update 1 11.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. 2 CRA ADVISORY BOARD MEETING OF: July 15, 2026 ADMINISTRATIVE AGENDA ITEM 6.A SUBJECT: September CRA Advisory Board Meeting is canceled due to conflicts. SUMMARY: There is a scheduling conflict for the regularly scheduled CRA Advisory Board meeting on September 16, 2026. CRAB RECOMMENDATION: Approve the change in meeting date to Wednesday, September 9, 2026. 3 •04-15-26.docx CRA ADVISORY BOARD MEETING OF: July 15, 2026 CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 7.A SUBJECT: CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes - April 15, 2026 SUMMARY: See attached minutes. CRAB RECOMMENDATION: Approve the April 15, 2026 CRA Advisory Board meeting minutes. ATTACHMENTS: Description 4 Minutes of the Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board Meeting Held on April 15, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. In City Hall Commission Chambers, 100 E. Ocean Avenue Boynton Beach, Florida PRESENT: Alexandria Lopresto, Chair Amanda Radigan, Development Director Lesha Roundtree, Vice Chair Tim Tack, Assistant Director Angela Troyanowski George Feldman Thomas Isabella Deborah Tarca Kim Kelly (Arrived at 6:34 p.m.) 1. Call to Order Chair Lopresto called the meeting to order at 6 P.M. 2. Pledge of Allegiance Chair Lopresto led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 3. Roll Call Roll call was taken A quorum was present. 4. Agenda Approval A. Additions, Deletions, Corrections to the Agenda Ms. Troyanowski requested to table 7. Old Business Item C, regarding comments on the TIF Funding Strategies and they were to receive a presentation from former CRA Director Chris Brown. Motion Mr. Isabella moved to table. Mr. Feldman seconded the motion. Ms. Troyanowski also wanted to add a discussion on the current status of the Boynton Beach CRA. Motion Ms. Troyanowski moved to add a discussion on the current status of the Boynton Beach CRA. Vice Chair Roundtree seconded the motion. 5 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach. Florida April 15, 2026 Mr. Isabella wanted to add an item to new business concerning a public comment made at the last night’s meeting. Motion Chair Lopresto said Mr. Isabella motioned to add an item to New Business about comments made at last night’s meeting. Vice Chair Roundtree seconded the motion. B. Adoption of Agenda Motion Ms. Troyanowski moved to approve the agenda as published. Mr. Isabella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Amanda Radigan, stated she was the Development Director for 12 years and was formerly the Planning Director happy to meet them all. Sitting for City Manager. 5. Public Comment None. 6. Consent A. CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes - March 18, 2026 Motion Ms. Troyanowsksi moved to approve. Mr. Isabella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 7. Old Business 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 Regarding Property Acquisition None B. Pending Assignment No. 2 - Discussion and Consideration of New Assignments from the CRA Board Assigned at the January 14, 202,5 CRA Monthly Board Meeting Mr. Tack stated he understood this item was to finalize the Heisman presentation. 6 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach. Florida April 15, 2026 Chair Lopresto stated she made the changes from the last meeting. Mr. Isabella commented that they should wait until the presentation is made to the CRA Board and said he thought they would support it. He recommended they could then seek sponsorships and he thought there would be an outpouring of support. Chair Lopresto said she would add a bullet point when the presentation is approved, that they will seek sponsorships. Ms. Troyanowski said that since the Ezell Hester Jr Center is outside the CRA boundary, they should include that information in the presentation at a joint City Commission and CRA Board meeting. The mural was viewed, which would be behind a goal post, and it would be submitted to the art community. Mr. Feldman suggested using fencing with posters, similar to what is used by schools to obtain sponsors. Ms. Radigan announced Lamar Jackson Way was designated as a roadway at Boynton Beach High School. Chair Lopresto reviewed the Implementation Roadmap having a phased approach. Vice Chair Roundtree thought Walk of Fame could be downtown. Ms. Troyanowski said if it does not get done at the Hester Center, they could keep it in mind for other locations, such as downtown or elsewhere. (Kim Kelly arrived.) Chair Lopresto said that she will make additional changes. She asked if it would have to be brought back before the Board or just make the presentation on May 12th. There was consensus to make the changes and make the presentation on May 12th. C. Pending Assignment No. 3 - Discussion and Consideration of New Assignments from the CRA Board Assigned at the February 10, 2026, CRA Monthly Board Meeting. None. 8. New Business A. Discussion and Consideration of Nomination of New Board Chair Chair Lopresto asked for nominations for a new Board Chair. 7 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach. Florida April 15, 2026 Mr. Feldman nominated Thomas Isabaella. Ms. Kelly seconded the nomination. Mr. Isabella respectfully declined. Vice Chair Roundtree and Ms. Troyanowski expressed their interest in serving as Chair. Motion Mr. Feldman nominated Ms. Troyanowski for the position. Mr. Isabella seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously. B. Discussion and Consideration of Nomination of New Board Vice Chair Motion Mr. Feldman nominated Tom Isabella as Vice Chair. Ms. Kelly seconded the motion. Mr. Isabella accepted. The motion unanimously passed. C. Update regarding the CRA Executive Director, Chris Brown Mr. Tack explained Mr. Brown submitted his resignation last week and the City Manager was made the Interim Executive Director, effective immediately, and Ms. Radigan is his designee. He said it will be business as usual until an Executive Director is placed and he and Ms. Radigan or the City Manager will attend the meetings. T Mr. Issabella commented he was at the meeting and they have a plan to do an in-depth financial audit to determine finances. He said he thought they are in very good hands with the City Manager serving as executive Director. Ms. Radigan said the plan is do overall assessment of the City and CRA working together and come back with a report at a City Commission and CRA Board meeting and ask for direction. This would streamline the process. She said they should have a draft plan in about 30 days. Ms. Troyanowski said it was great for the City and CRA working together as she expressed there were some disconnects. She said the CRA does a phenomenal job despite not having an Executive Director and it was important to keep the CRA mission while incorporating City goals. Mr. Feldman said they missed Mr, Tack attending the meetings and he gives good information. Mr. Tack announced they are about to close on 13 parcels, they just got the 14th parcel and they are working on obtaining parcels 15 and 16. Mr. Isabella thanked all for their confidence in Ms. Troyanowski and him. He said he has been on the Board for a year, and has served on Boards in the past and he was impressed in what they accomplished in a short time. He mentioned, when a person made a public 8 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach. Florida April 15, 2026 comment last night, that he thought the comments were egregious and made no sense and he was upset. He noted Mr. Tack talked about what this Board has done and they accomplished a lot. He wanted to go on record to say, his comments were wrong and when he mentioned there is a lack of connectivity between the public, CRA Board and the Advisory Board, the speaker should come to a meeting and find out what this is all about. He noted they are outstanding individuals and volunteers and he was proud of everything that they have done. Ms. Kelly said from an outside perspective, she did not know what the Board was about, but this was her second meeting and she thought their knowledge was not being used to its full potential because they can only talk about problems the Board assigns them. She commented that there are so many problems they could talk about, and sometimes things take so long, by the time permission is given, the problem is gone. She stated she would like to have a way to talk about real problems and they want to provide info rmation to the CRA and help the community. She said they are still not dev. The CRA A B should be able to advise. She thought it could be a discussion. There are a lot of smart member s on the Board and they are not being fully used and there is a problem with businesses failing. Mr. Tack said tat staff can bring it to the Board, or the members, as residents, have full range to discuss what they want during public comment. Ms. Kelly said she has a copy of an ordinance that doesn’t say they can’t ask for new agenda items or talk about issues the CRA members feel are important. She said it is frustrating and detrimental to businesses. Ms. Troyanowski agreed and said she would like to be the sounding board when the CRA needs public opinion. Ms. Radigan said they can look at all of that and report back at the next meeting. Ms. Troyanowski said as a private citizen she tried to address issues with staff , but the Sunshine Law only allows them to talk about items at the meetings. Ms. Radigan mentioned there are really good things happening in the CRA , such as redistricting, and updates to the plan and others. She said advisory boards are useful, and it is a balancing act and the Board cannot assign work to staff. as it is more work for staff. Listen. Ms. Radigan said they could provide updated reports about items of the Board’s concerns, and they could be included. Mr. Tack commented there are summarized agenda item as what occurs at the CRAAB and they could include and bring it back to the Board. If reported it is an opportunity for 9 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach. Florida April 15, 2026 the Board to procure assignments. He said he can send guidelines how the Board is to operate. Mr. Feldman agreed and suggested that each member should say what they want to address at the next meeting, besides what they are working on. Mr. Isabella thought they were co-mingling CRAAB and CRA Board functions and suggested they have to look at the guidelines. He did not think that was their role. He noted they can bring up the topics. Ms. Kelly said they have to separate what their needs are. They are advisory. Chair Lopresto commented that the CRA AB is looking for new ideas and there are two avenues. She mentioned that for two years, they talked about the 2016 CRA Plan ad nauseum. Then they got new assignments, which focused on the Heisman Trophy winners. She thought that as a citizen, public comment is best way to convey their concerns. Ms. Kelly commented that a splash pad will not make or break a city, but downtown development would. She mentioned that she spoke from a business perspective for all the downtown and a downtown cannot survive without proper things in place. Ms. Troyanowski noted Vice Chair Roundtree had made a presentation on the top 10 things they wanted. She pointed out that the City Commission said yes to the splashpad and then there was no funding. Mr. Tack stated that the splashpad concept came from the CRA Plan review and the Board wanted to incorporate more. Ms. Troyanowski asked for consensus that they are ready for another assignment. Ms. Kelly suggested they get a list from each member Ms. Radigan suggested the members email Ms. Curfman what the members think are important. It could spurn any interest and they could include it is staff’s request for more assignments.. Mr. Isabella said at the last meeting, Chris Brown said there was a disconnect about the splashpad as one of the engineers was not included in the plans. Mr. Tack and Ms. Troyanowski said they will research whether the splashpad was approved. Ms. Troyanowski said they need more cadence with the City when the CRA is funding a project. She stated they can’t wait a month. 10 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach. Florida April 15, 2026 Ms. Radigan commented there was a reorganization on the City level to prevent those slips. Chair Lopresto stated it has been a privilege to serve as Chair, she will make the presentation on May 12th, and the Board should keep up the good work. 9. Future Agenda Items None. 10. Adjournment Motion There being no further business to discuss, Vice Chair Roundtree moved to adjourn. Mr. Feldman seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:17 P.M. Catherine Cherry Minutes Specialist 11 •June 17, 2026 Advisory Board Minutes CRA ADVISORY BOARD MEETING OF: July 15, 2026 CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 7.B SUBJECT: CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes - June 17, 2026 SUMMARY: See attached minutes. CRAB RECOMMENDATION: Approve the June 17, 2026 CRA Advisory Board meeting minutes. ATTACHMENTS: Description 12 1 Minutes of the Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board Meeting Held on June 17, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. In City Hall Commission Chambers, 100 E. Ocean Avenue Boynton Beach, Florida PRESENT: Angela Troyanowski, Chair Amanda Radigan, CRA Deputy Director Thomas Isabella, Vice Chair Theresa Utterback, Development Services Manager Deborah Tarca Kim Kelly George Feldman Alexandria Lopresto 1. Call to Order Chair Troyanowski called the meeting to order at 6:02 PM. 2. Pledge of Allegiance The members recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 3. Roll Call Roll call was taken. A quorum was present. 4. Agenda Approval A. Additions, Deletions, Corrections to the Agenda B. Adoption of Agenda Motion Ms. Lopresto moved to approve the agenda. Mr. Feldman seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Amanda Radigan stated she had received a list of questions from Mr. Feldman and the Board can discuss it. There was agreement to add it to New Business. Motion Vice Chair Isabella moved to add the items to New Business for discussion. Ms. Lopresto seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 13 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida June 17, 2026 2 Motion Ms. Lopresto moved to approve the agenda as amended. Mr. Feldman seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 5. Public Comment - None 6. Consent - None 7. Old Business - None 8. New Business Mr. Feldman noted all the transitions taking place and asked who is in charge of the CRA. He said he had a list of questions. Amanda Radigan, City Development Director, responded that Dan Duggar is the CRA Executive Director, and she also serves as the CRA Deputy Director. She announced questions or concerns go directly to her. She provided her email address and briefly introduced herself, stating she has been with the City for 12 years and she handles several departments, which she named. She further advised there are organizational changes that took place and are still occurring. She noted CRA staff has two vacancies they are currently interviewing for, which were a Development Service Specialist to report to Theresa Utterback, Development Services Director, and a CRA Administrative Coordinator. She noted that Bonnie Nicklien was promoted to CRA Economic Development Director. She hoped these positions would all be addressed by next week. She explained that there are lots of changes due to tax changes, and staff is analyzing how this impacts the CRA. She mentioned there is discussion of amending the CRA boundaries, and a study is currently taking place. She noted they are also reviewing the Finding of Necessity and the analysis will be discussed in a workshop in September. She stated the Board will be notified of the date. Ms. Utterback provided her background and stated has been with CRA for 18 years. Ms. Radigan commented, in reference to ongoing activities, they can add a section on the agenda for CRA updates. Chair Troyanowski commented that they are the voice of the residents. Mr. Feldman stated that he will email the rest of his questions to Ms. Radigan. A. Placemaking Initiatives Assignment Mr. Radigan said at the last CRA Board meeting there was an item for the Advisory Board to address, and these two items are what the Board recommended they study. 14 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida June 17, 2026 3 Vice Chair Isabella said Vice Chair Turkin referred to a 2016 CRA Plan at the last meeting and inquired if it was separate from what Mr. Brown, the former CRA Executive Director, was working on. He also asked what Vice Chair Turking anticipated the Board would do. Ms. Radigan confirmed it was separate and understood the Board already reviewed the CRA Plan. She said they will work on the revisions to the Plan after August. In response to Vice Chair Isabella’s question, Chair Troyanowski said some districts may be redrawn and the advisory board can get ahead of this. She thought the Plan reads like a construction document, and their review had much more vision. If they look at the areas and come up with what they have as a vision, they can add it. She said placemaking should be an essential part of the Plan. Ms. Lopresto pointed out the current assignment is worded differently but it’s the same assignment and she said the Advisory Board spent almost three years looking at the 2016 Plan. They included installations for splash pads, Heisman Trophy Winners, Wayfinding, street names, and others, and they talked about working with other boards for art installations. She said development had slowed over the last three years, but now development is starting to occur on the Pierce, Trader Joe’s, and other areas. She said she thought it was the same assignment and if they are redoing the Plan in September, it is kind of busy work, because it all is going to be changed. Vice Chair Isabella asked if the Plan recommendations can be reviewed. M. Radigan said if the Board has recommendations, the Board Members should let her know, and they can take it back to the Board to review. Chair Troyanowski thought they could narrow down placemaking and rework the old plan. Ms. Lopresto said the presentation was made by Courtlandt McQuire and it had a lot of good ideas. She emphasized the PowerPoint was 25 minutes long, and they looked at every district in depth. She said she has not seen anything implemented since then. Ms. Radigan suggested they put this on next agenda under Old Business and staff will send an email to the Board with the recommendations and the link to the video of Mr. McQuire making his presentation. She stated after, they can discuss if there is any additional work to do. She said o nce they update the Plan, the Board will look at it again and if there are items they can build on, it will be a shorter assignment. Chair Troyanowski said it is worth bringing up, because the more attention they can get for the items they want to see, the more helpful it would be. Mr. Feldman inquired if marketing was being done and asked what they could do to help. 15 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida June 17, 2026 4 Vice Chair Isabella agreed they should not reinvent the wheel, and the changes over the last two months were good. He thought they should capitalize on it and he wanted to review the plan. He said he thought they were on the right path and said Vice Chair Turkin also wanted the Board to review the budget. Ms. Radigan said the draft budget is not complete and advised the CRA Board will hear the first draft at their next meeting. She said she did not think it was feasible, timewise, for the Advisory Board to review the budget. Chair Troyanowski said they reviewed the budget last August at their meeting and that it was mailed to the members as soon as it was ready. She said they can prioritize items. Mr. Feldman commented that marketing was very helpful. Vice Chair Isabella agreed the City has an amazing marketing team. He commented that marketing is not what this Board should be doing, although the Board can pi ggyback off of it. Ms. Radigan also advised that the City has a team to handle in-house marketing and the CRA has marketing specific to the CRA. She said economic development in the City and CRA both have a marketing component, but they target the business community. She said general marketing is more social and lifestyle focused. She pointed out the Marketing Department has a Strategic Marketing Plan under development and the City Economic Development Strategic Plan has a marketing component Ms. Lopresto briefly reviewed the 2025 presentation, which will be emailed to the members. Ms. Radigan commented this is still a live document and placemaking is a micro conversation. She thought they could identify two areas that should be a priority for placemaking and come up with more detailed recommendations. Chair Troyanowski suggested the members brainstorm and see what other cities are doing. Ms. Radigan suggested the Board make sure they recommend types and not be too specific what the art looks like. She said they should be interested in scale, material, architectural components, style, and types. She noted the Art Board is working on the Public Art Master Plan and has specific areas to address. Discussion followed about development. She noted the CRA purchased 14 parcels on Boynton Beach Boulevard By I-95 and staff is being inundated with interest, but they are prioritizing finishing the block as there are holdouts. She stated after all the property is assembled, they can accept unsolicited proposals or go out to bid. Staff will write the scope of work and conduct a survey to receive public input. 16 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida June 17, 2026 5 Chair Troyanowski said the members can think about it and review their suggestions next month. Ms. Radigan said they can provide a map of property owned by the CRA and there is always a public comment component She emphasized anything the Board comes up with will be considered. Ms. Tarca asked if the CRA is reaching out to markets throughout the country and if development would incorporate beautification. Ms. Radigan said they work with the Palm Beach Tourism Bureau and Discover the Palm Beaches and they write targeted uses to bring specific businesses to the City. It is part of Economic Development. Chair Troyanowski summarized that members will read the plan, and she requested staff send the members the Beautification Plan to read, think of things that are temporary and permanent for placemaking. She suggested researching other cities and sharing it at the next meeting where they prioritize ideas and narrow them down. Ms. Radigan suggested looking at the Development Portfolio as it is mapped out. There are several guides and also noted the City website needs to be updated to be more user friendly. B. Advisory Board Future Assignments Ms. Radigan said this is a brainstorming session on items the Board thinks need to be studied. She said that a lot of the past focus has developed housing and now there is a shift to focus on commercial attractions, open space and marina districts. She thought. it would be good to hear more about economic development and commercial components and placemaking and how to attract business. Ms. Kelly said the owner of the Pierce had talked about their grant. She noted WPTV aired an interview with her that was misconstrued and did not capture what she was trying to say. She said they were saying that businesses and employees should not be put out due to redevelopment, but what was not told in the feature was that it was caused by transitioning. She said if a building is knocked down, the transition must be swift and interim parking is needed. She said it’s the number one thing to be addressed before it happens. She thought the City Hall parking lot could be used with the Circuit to provide parking/valet type service for businesses impacted by redevelopment. She said her situation had been addressed, but other businesses such as 500 Ocean were having difficulties. Ms. Radigan noted that there is a temporary parking plan and explained that what is being discussed is construction phasing because parking at the end of the project will be fine. She said they would add an agenda item to review the Advisory Board’s recommendation, 17 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida June 17, 2026 6 and the CRA Board can either approve it or not address, but she noted temporary parking may be outside the scope of the Board. Ms. Radigan said the Town Square has 400 plus parking spaces, with much of it dedicated for public use. There may be interim solutions they can discuss. Chair Troyanowski reviewed the agenda items and stated the members can brainstorm about future programming initiatives, redevelopment projects, economic development strategies and other opportunities Mr. Feldman suggested the members could elaborate on them at the next meeting. Ms. Kelly said as long as CRA events don’t hinder the closing of the streets to allow patrons access to their stores, the events were fine. Ms. Radigan explained CRA events were being phased out. Discussion followed the Residential Improvement Grant program is moving forward, and small grants for businesses was moving forward. Ms. Utterback said the Board could look at the programs already in established and make adjustments. Ms. Radigan advised that the Board recently approved a Business Relocation Grant and the members can think of how to attract certain businesses. She explained the first thing a company looks for when contemplating moving to a new location is parking, and each company has their own parking standards and formulas. Ms. Kelly said she would study treescapes, Ms. Radigan stated visual blight could be signage and underground power is always wanted. Chair Troyanowski will research the above. Mr. Feldman said he would study connecting Congress Avenue into the CRA. Ms. Radigan pointed out some of those areas are not in the CRA area. She suggested he review the Mobility Plan which contains a connectivity plan with different modes of mobility. Ms. Lopresto stated she would look into lighting. Vice Chair Isabella commented would look at visual blight and incorporate businesses and new developments, how it would affect the neighborhood. He noted properties were condemned near Pence Park, and the neighborhood needed to be stabilized. 18 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida June 17, 2026 7 Ms. Radigan commented that CRAs’ can help subsidize parks and the CRA was contributing $5M to develop Pence Park. She said the Board could review other parks and potential enhancements and stated she will add Exhibit A, which are CRA funded projects and input would be helpful and she agreed to forward a list of parks within the CRA boundaries. Mr. Feldman asked if the City or CRA has a Visitor Center. Ms. Radigan thought there was one in the City Hall said they had talked about making the Magnuson House a Visitor Center. He asked if a developer could provide free space for a Center. Ms. Radigan said they can negotiate that and they have a NOP office in the Heart of Boynton shops. She mentioned they could do the same thing for a Visitor Center. Chair Troyanowski said they will come up with an idea for a project they want to work on, as a Board, put a summary together to present to the Board and the CRA Board can say which projects to work on. Ms. Radigan suggested they develop a title, scope of work, and a deliverable. Ms. Kelly said she will focus on the enhancement of the downtown and get into temporary parking. 9. Future Agenda Items 10. Adjournment Motion There being no further business to discuss, Vice Chair Isabella moved to adjourn. Ms. Tarca seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m. Catherine Cherry Minutes Specialist 19 CRA ADVISORY BOARD MEETING OF: July 15, 2026 OLD BUSINESS AGENDA ITEM 8.A SUBJECT: Placemaking Initiatives Assignment SUMMARY: Background: The Boynton Beach CRA recognizes the importance of placemaking as a tool to enhance community identity, improve public spaces, support local businesses, and create memorable experiences for residents and visitors. Placemaking can take many forms, including public art, wayfinding, gateway features, interactive installations, temporary activations, landscaping enhancements, lighting, cultural programming, and other creative improvements that contribute to a sense of place. The BBCRA is comprised of six unique redevelopment districts: Boynton Beach Boulevard District Cultural District Downtown District Federal Highway District Heart of Boynton District Industrial Craft District Each district has its own distinct character, opportunities, and vision as outlined in the BBCRA 2016 Community Redevelopment Plan. Assignment: CRA Advisory Board members are requested to review the six redevelopment districts and 20 identify placemaking initiatives that could enhance the unique identity and vision of each area. Members are encouraged to consider both short-term and long-term opportunities, including projects that may be implemented through partnerships, grant funding, sponsorships, temporary installations, or capital improvements. Board members should consider successful placemaking examples from other communities and evaluate how similar concepts could be adapted to Boynton Beach. Board members are encouraged to review the BBCRA 2016 Community Redevelopment Plan, research successful placemaking initiatives implemented in other communities, and evaluate how similar concepts or new ones could be adapted to support the vision and goals of the CRA's six redevelopment districts. The Advisory Board will compile its recommendations and present them to the CRA Board at a future meeting for consideration and discussion. CRAB RECOMMENDATION: To be determined. 21 CRA ADVISORY BOARD MEETING OF: July 15, 2026 OLD BUSINESS AGENDA ITEM 8.B SUBJECT: Advisory Board Future Assignments SUMMARY: At the June 9, 2026 Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Board Meeting, the CRA Board approved a motion authorizing the CRA Advisory Board (CRAB) to discuss and develop ideas related to future programming initiatives, redevelopment projects, economic development strategies, and other opportunities that may benefit the CRA area. The CRA Advisory Board serves an important role in providing community-based input and recommendations to the CRA Board. By drawing upon the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of its members, the Advisory Board can help identify innovative ideas and opportunities that support the goals and objectives of the Community Redevelopment Plan. CRAB RECOMMENDATION: To be determined. 22 •Attachment I - August 2017 CRA Board Minutes CRA ADVISORY BOARD MEETING OF: July 15, 2026 NEW BUSINESS AGENDA ITEM 9.A SUBJECT: Consideration of Registration to Attend the Florida Redevelopment Association 2026 Annual Conference on October 20-23, 2026 in Charlotte Harbor, Florida SUMMARY: The Florida Redevelopment Association (FRA) is our agency's statewide professional organization operating under the Florida League of Cities. This year's annual conference will be held on October 20-23, at the Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor, Florida. The conference provides valuable information to staff and board members on CRA related issues, best practices, programs and legislative updates. Registration information is available on the FRA's website: https://redevelopment.net/2025- annual-conference/ CRA Advisory Board Member Attendance Policy : The CRA Board established a policy during Fiscal Year 2016-2017 that only two members of the CRAB are permitted to attend the FRA Annual Conference per fiscal year and the CRA will only reimburse the cost of the conference registration fee and hotel (see Attachment I). On June 9, 2026, the CRA Board approved the travel of two CRA Advisory Board members. FISCAL IMPACT: Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget, General Fund, Line Item 01-51010-225 CRAB RECOMMENDATION: CRAB Board member attendance to be determined based on discussion. ATTACHMENTS: Description 23 Meeting Minutes Special Community Redevelopment Agency Boynton Beach, Florida August 29, 2017 It was noted the vote was to accept the rankings and start negotiations with Centennial and go before the CRA Advisory Board and come back to the Board in September. It was noted the SAIL application is due October 5 to the Florida Housing Finance Agency. Centennial would need contract and site plan approval form filled out and verification of utilities. The Advisory Board could review the presentation next week and before the regular September CRA meeting. The members discussed if they were awarded the 4% SAIL, if they could apply for the 9%, however, the timeline is Centennial would have to accept the SAIL if awarded. Vice Chair Katz favored seeking the 9% first and if that failed, the opportunity for CRA financing this year as the option. Ms. Ramel us agreed as did Mr. Casella. There was consensus to apply for the 9% and then discuss the non -competitive bids after the 9% application which is due in early September . Mr. Simon asked if there was any interest to move forward with acquisition by Centennial while they are going through the non-competitive application. Chair Grant wanted the CRA Advisory Board to review it because they have a little bit more time if they do not get 9%. If they do not receive the 9% credits, they could still apply for the 4% credits. Mr. McCray requested a copy of who voted for what and iearned it could be obtained via public records request. There was agreement for the Advisory Board to review the proposal and come back in September to finalize negotiations. VI. New Business A. Discussion and Consideration of CRA Advisory Board Attendance at the 2017 Florida Redevelopment Conference Mr. Simon explained the budget allows for funding for travel to the above. Last year several members of the Advisory Board attended the conference. Due to information and deadlines for registrations , staff understood the Advisory Board members were approved. Last year, the CRA Board wanted to approve attendance for the next Conference. This year, the Conference is October 17th through October 20 1h. Mr. Casella asked if it was legal for CRA Advisory Board members to attend and learned it was and other elected officials who are not part of the Board attended. It was a Board decision. He suggested members that did not go last year attend. Attorney Rosamell suggested issuing a public notice the advisory board members would attend . Mr. McCray asked about this because this is the only advisory board that was sending its members to a conference. No other Board does so. He noted legal indicated it was as long as it is okay. Chair Grant favored paying the registration and conference, but not the mileage and meals. He thought there was a learning aspect and perhaps the Chair of other advisory boards, if there is a conference , they receive reimbursement for the lodging and registration. 19 24 Meeting Minutes Special Community Redevelopment Agency Boynton Beach, Florida August 29, 2017 David Katz, 67 Midwood Lane, objected to the allocation last year. He noted Vice Chair Katz questioned it last year and Mr. Casella agreed with Vice Chair Katz comments. Chair Gant was concerned about the responsibility to the taxpayers. Commissioner Romelus believed education and a conference would yield a better product. Mr. Katz explained as the Chair of the Planning and Development Board, he calls the member beforehand and recommends they go to staff and ask questions. The CRA has a Director and Assistant Director that could provide the same information without the cost if they attended and advise the advisory board members about the conference . If all seven advisory board members attended, it would cost $8,400. Mr. Katz pointed out last year members of the Planning and Development Board attended a conference in Palm Springs and paid $25 each. The members did not get reimbursed and he did not support reimbursement as they are volunteering, The backup for the prior item was not provided to the public and staff had informed him it was against the Florida statute. He thought Statute 163 was specific about what CRA tax money can be spent on and advised it was for Board members and it never mentions an advisory board. He hoped it would not result in ethics complaints noting the CRA Advisory Board is not quasi-judicial. He thought it was not right to send the advisory board members on a trip with taxpayer funds. If may be legal, but it may not be right. He read a passage from James Madison "I cannot undertake to lay my finger on that article of the constitution which granted a right to Congress of expending on objects of benevolence the money of their constituents." Mr . Katz thought it was unwarranted. No public comments were received. Vice Chair Katz agreed it opens a slippery slope and there is no one more important than another. He thought someone could go and convey information and obtain materials and resources to provide an education locally. He agreed with Mr. Katz' comments. If he supported the request, he would send the liaison for any advisory board if there is a worthwhile learning event. Ms. Romelus favored sending three members and asked how many Board members are going to the conference in October. Mr . McCray responded he had not made his decision. She thought no one was going and thought if there were funds allocated and if individuals attended and brought information back, it would be helpful. The Advisory Board is asked to review things that are high level. She thought the advisory Board can rotate attendance, if CRA board members are not going. She noted Linda Cross attends every CRA meeting and thought she should attend. Ms. Romelus attended the conference last year and she learned a lot. They are volunteers. If none of the CRA Board members are going , she thought the offer should be extended to the Advisory Board. They will have a benefit. Mr. McCray noted Mr. Pollack, Vice Chair of the Advisory Board was present. Chair Grant looked up the quote from Madison and said it was different because it was about spending tax dollars to help French refugees from the Haitian revolution from 20 25 Meeting Minutes Special Community Redevelopment Agency Boynton Beach, Florida August 29, 2017 Wikipedia. He was aware City Boards have community support funds. He thought part of the new way of government is helping the community and he thought a report should be given. Last year, Linda Cross, the CRA Advisory Board Chair provided a report. He favored limiting the conference to two members and the CRA AB can decide who would go. Mr. Casella thought a rotating basis would be appropriate with the first choice of who to send be someone who has attended in the past. Just lodging and conference expenses would be paid. Mr. Pollack advised most of the Board works and they need months in advance to schedule attending in October . He thought it was a good idea and two people should go. They could learn and come back . There was consensus to limit the conference to two persons and to limit the cost to conference fees and lodging. Vice Chair Katz favored a cap at $1,200 and they could reimburse for lodging. Chair Grant liked the registration and the lodging, not mileage or meals. Commissioner McCray did not approve of it. Mr. Casella was fine with the registration and lodging. Ms. Romelus was also fine with the discussion. Chair Grant requested a motion to allow two members of the CRA Advisory Board with funding allowed for lodging and registration. This would become a policy so the do not have to return to the Board for approval next year Motion Commissioner Romelus moved to approve. Mr. Casella seconded the motion that passed 4-1 (Commissioner McCray dissenting.) VII. Adjournment Motion Ms. Romelus moved to adjourn. Mr. McCray seconded the motion that unanimously passed . The meeting was adjourned at 9:56p.m . ~bJL &-W-LL- Catherine Cherry (J Minutes Specialist 21 26