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Minutes 08-26-24 T, CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH RECREATION & PARKS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING o 100 E. Ocean Avenue, Boynton Beach ���To N 04"` August 26, 2024, 6:30 p.m. PRESENT: STAFF: Thomas Devlin Sherri Claude, Recreation Administrator Phyllis Pacilli Justin Johnson, Marketing & Outreach Julie Mondello, Chair Karen Cruitt, Prototype, Inc. Bruce Robertson ABSENT: Belinda Lasky Matthew McCallum Alison Pandev GUESTS: N/A I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:33 p.m. II. Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by the Board. III. Roll Call Roll was called and a quorum was present. IV. Agenda Approval —August 26, 2024 Motion was made by Dr. Pacilli, seconded by Mr. Devlin, to approve the agenda. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously (4-0). V. Approval of Minutes — July 22, 2024 Dr. Pacilli noted the cause of her absence at the previous meeting was due to disrupted travel plans from the Microsoft computer issue. Motion was made by Dr. Pacilli, seconded by Mr. Robertson, to approve the July 22, 2024, minutes. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously (4-0). VI. Unfinished Business Meeting Minutes - Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida August 26, 2024 None. VII. New Business a. R & P Advisory Board PowerPoint presentation for Commission Chair Mondello provided an overview of last year's Recreation & Parks Advisory Board PowerPoint presentation to the City Commission. She reviewed the following: Board; Pickleball Courts; Park Master Plan; 2022-2023 Events and Programs; Little League Park; and Oyer Park. Dr. Pacilli asked if the new report would be created this year. Mr. Johnson confirmed they had not yet received a request from the City Commission, but Director Desrouleaux would provide an update. b. Upcoming Recreation Programs & Events Mr. Johnson announced upcoming programs and events including: Celebrate Bob Marley (August 30); Boynton Beach Bulldogs vs. Lauderdale football game (August 31); Field 1 Ribbon Cutting (September 7); and 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony (September 11 ). Mr. Johnson clarified the tennis and pickleball courts would be closed for renovation in September and will reopen October 1 . An A-frame was installed with updated information. A brief discussed ensued about adequate notification of events and programs. Mr. Johnson mentioned that Florida Power & Light (FPL) would be sponsoring breakfast for the 9/11 event. Mr. Johnson shared the email address to receive the Funfare publication. c. Update on Marketing Chair Mondello appreciated the marketing statistics. d. Benchmarking and Program Offerings Ms. Sherri Claude, Recreation Administrator, stated outreach for tennis and pickleball center pricing was ongoing. Mr. Devlin noted that staff were planning to benchmark the activities that people were attending in Delray Beach to help improve programs within the city, particularly for seniors. Mr. Johnson stated regular benchmarking was done against Delray Beach and Lake Worth. Meeting Minutes - Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida August 26, 2024 Discussion ensued about programs and activities for seniors and capacity. Chair Mondello suggested the Arts & Cultural Center or other spaces could be used if needed. e. Project Updates i. Hester Field ii. Intracoastal Park Environmental Restoration Project iii. Little League Field iv. Galaxy Park Chair Mondello mentioned the opening of Hester Field last month with positive press. Mr. Johnson added the opening ceremony with Lamar Jackson was well received. He added the concession stand work continues. A brief update was provided regarding the Intracoastal Park Environmental Restoration Project, including the mangrove area cleanup. There was consensus to table the discussion to the next meeting. Ms. Claude confirmed the project lead would attend the Board meeting in September to provide further updates. Mr. Devlin spoke about the accolades of the East Boynton Beach Little League and suggested that it should receive more recognition. Ms. Claude mentioned that the Galaxy Park project started last month. The infield would be turfed, and the outfield sodded. Mr. Devlin suggested it should be the Board's role to comment and advise on future activities relative to parks. Dr. Pacilli and Mr. Robertson agreed, noting their role should include input on projects. Dr. Pacilli suggested adding an agenda item regarding the role of the Board. f. Discussion on Reporting Item f was added to the agenda. A discussion ensued about correcting misinformation regarding upcoming events, projects, and capital improvements. Dr. Pacilli suggested Director Desrouleaux should clarify expectations of the Board. Mr. Johnson stated the next Senior Leadership meeting includes topics such as mission, vision, and values. Dr. Pacilli spoke about a future discussion regarding the usage of parks other than recreation, prompted by the Jonathan Dickinson Park issue in Hobe Sound. 3 Meeting Minutes - Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida August 26, 2024 Chair Mondello discussed the Master Plan blueways and greenways. Dr. Pacilli noted the importance of a cooperative relationship with the Lake Worth Water Management District. Mr. Johnson noted a working relationship with the City and the Water Management District. Discussion ensued about canal cleanup. Mr. Devlin recommended creating a binder of all the parks and suggested including the value of the parks in Funfare. Chair Mondello remembered that Board members had previously visited parks and provided staff with reports on any issues they observed. Dr. Pacilli suggested it should be a standing agenda item. In response to Mr. Devlin's comment, Mr. Johnson directed the Board to the Tour Our Parks page on the homepage, listing acreage, amenities, and historic description. Dr. Pacilli recommended adding information regarding biking and botanical signage to all parks. Dr. Pacilli also suggested a nature photo contest and offering high school internship • opportunities. VIII. Public Audience None. IX. Items for the City Manager's Attention None. X. Future Agenda Items The Board requested to add: Presentation and Q&A on Restoration Project and Master Plan. XI. Next Meeting — September 23, 2024 XII. Adjournment Chair Mondello adjourned the meeting at 8:09 p.m. [Minutes transcribed by T. Baclawski, Prototype, Inc.] 4