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Minutes 03-18-26Minutes of the Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board Meeting Held on March 18, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. In City Hall Commission Chambers, 100 E. Ocean Avenue Boynton Beach, Florida PRESENT: Lesha Roundtree, Vice Chair George Feldman Thomas Isabella Kimberly Kelly Angela Troyanowski ABSENT: Alexandria Lopresto, Chair Deborah Tarca 1. Call to Order Chris Brown, Executive Director Vicki Curfman, Administrative Assistant In the absence of the Chair, Vice Chair Roundtree called the meeting to order at 6 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. Troyanowski moved to approve the agenda. Mr. Isabella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 5. Public Comment Vice Chair Roundtree opened Public Comment. A woman named Kathy, a Boynton Beach resident, said that she attended this meeting a while back and she considers herself new as to the workings of the City, the CRA and Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida March 18, 2026 the Advisory Boards. She stated that she feels the public's and the Advisory Board comments may not carry a lot of weight with the City Commission. She noted the Residential Improvement Grant program brought up was a beautification program and she thought it needed some adjustments. She noted there were comments made at the last CRA Board meeting and revisions will be bought back for final approval. She asked when, after the CRA Board makes its adjustments, it will come back to the advisory board for review and learned it does not. She commented that it seems like one hand does not know what the other is doing and it was the same with the Pence Park situation. She said there is a disconnect at the City level, and there are so many different advisory boards, it is confusing to her. There were no further comments and Public Comments was closed. 6. Consent A. CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes - February 18, 2026 Motion Ms. Troyanowski moved to approve the minutes. 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 There were no new properties to review. B. Pending Assignment No. 2 - Discussion and Consideration of New Assignments from the CRA Board Assigned at the January 14, 2025, CRA Monthly Board Meeting Chris Brown, Executive Director, said this item should be moved to the next meeting because the Chair is not present and she is in charge of the Heisman Trophy Winners presentation. He requested it be moved to the April CRAB meeting. Motion Mr. Isabella so moved. Ms. Kelly seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Ms. Troyanowski gave an update on the splash pads and inquired who, when it comes to final design, gives the final approval. She said she had a discussion with Fabien Desrouleaux, Assistant Manager, Recreation. and Cultural Services, and at the City 2 Meeting Minutes CRAAdvisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida March 18, 2026 Commission meeting, they told Parks and Recreation there was a misunderstanding, as they wanted a splash pad in the design, but was told there was no splash pad in the design. She understood there is still no final design and asked if the CRA Staff is pushing for a splash pad at Pence Park. Mr. Brown said they had a meeting with Parks and Recreation, City staff, and several Assistant City Managers, and they talked about the budget. He advised was informed the CRA may have to change its budget. Mr. Brown said the CRA will not change their budget and that they paid for the design. He said that if they want a splash pad, it has to go back to the City Commission and they have to tell them what to do with the pad. He said there was a comment as some wanted the splash pads, and some Commissioners did not want it. He stated there was one comment to install a splash pad in and around Centennial Park. He said he thought the CRAB would get a splash pad and asked if they would consider an alternative location. Ms. Troyanowski explained the Board had discussions about splash pads at multiple locations in the hope that one of them will stay. She said she was disappointed it was not in Pence Park as it is not in the budget. Mr. Brown explained the City Commission would have to raise the budget and have the City pay for it or come back as the CRA Board and have them pay for it. Mr. Isabella understood Commissioner Turkin was on board with the pad at Pence Park, and suggested they remove the community center building at Pence Park freeing up funds for the splash pads. Ms. Troyanowski emphasized that park playgrounds are underutilized, especially in the summer. She said they are putting all this money into a park, and she wondered how much would it be used. She expressed they would miss the mark on the CRA's goals to go above and beyond as to where it is going because it would still be a run of the mill play area. Mr. Isabella requested Mr. Brown contact the Commissioner to see if anything changed as the Board was adamant to have the pad at Pence Park for reasons the members stated. He mentioned they did not get into the conceptual design and he requested he obtain clarification. Mr. Brown said if the recommendation is Pence Park, he will take it back to the Assistant City Manager in charge of the park. He said the park department added a building without checking with who was paying for the park. If they took the building away, it might free up some funds. Ms. Kelly said she thought it would be great to have a water feature with changing colors at Centennial Park, instead of a splash pad and she agreed with the Board, the Pence Park area is neglected. In her opinion, a small splash pad would be a waste of money Meeting Minutes CRAAdvisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida March 18, 2026 and something more elaborate would be needed. She said eventually, in reference to a food hall, they could add amenities. Vice Chair Roundtree noted the Board had made an extensive presentation about the splash pads to the CRA Board. Mr. Brown offered to try to get the train back on the track and said if the Board recommends Pence Park that is what he will report and see if they can come up with solutions. He noted that there will be bathrooms at Pence Park. Ms. Kelly asked if grills could be included in the park. Ms. Troyanowski thought they may already be included. She said any type of public project in the CRA District, or revitalization should be taken a step further. She explained that they provided a budget for the a splash pad at the park. She was told the children's area won't be designed until the last two months of the design project, which she thought was too late in the game, and she thought it should be looked at ahead of time. She said when Parks and Recreation conducted their City survey, splash pads ranked higher than pickleball. She noted that the pads can draw people from 45 minutes away. Mr. Feldman asked if food trucks have to be invited to events, or if they have a contract. He said that parks have events and should have a designated area for food trucks, with a cement pad and water and trash. He asked if any existed at the parks. Mr. Brown said he would find out, but he commented that the CRA and City have events and they have contracts for food trucks. Ms. Kelly suggested as an alternative to food trucks, they have kiosks, or have pop ups such as a mini food hall. She noted they pay rent, and it helps vendors groom for brick and mortar restaurants. She pointed out good truck generators are loud and obnoxious. She said if they do a food truck park, they would need electricity where they can plug in. She offered to find out information about kiosks. Mr. Brown would find out the cost and the budget. 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 Mr. Brown stated the CRA Board did not want to provide money for land acquisition. He said they are already out of money this year from buying the Boynton Inn and 13 other parcels east of that and they are closing on that acquisition on April 1, 2026. He announced they acquired another property, so it is 14 properties in total and he will apprise the Board when they have someone interested. He stated they have had interest in a parcel on Boynton Beach Boulevard, and he will give an update. He noted, as to 0 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida March 18, 2026 acquisition, they are holding a workshop on April 25th at 9 a.m. and they will discuss acquisition and his $20M bond issue. He said that they are buying property because it's the only way to grow the CRA and receive additional tax increment funding. He said he was working on a new presentation and sets of parcels he wants to buy as well as images of what the buildings would look like. There was brief discussion about the type of bond Mr. Brown would seek. Mr. Isabella asked if he acquired the auto repair on Boynton Beach Boulevard that Mr. Brown retained a realtor for. Mr. Brown responded they made an offer and have not received any feedback. Vice Chair Roundtree asked what kind of information the CRA survey showed. Ms. Curfman said it will be discussed at the CRA Board meeting on April 14th and the survey results will be part of the agenda backup. Mr. Brown said he can send a copy of the presentation to the members and the survey was out for three weeks. He noted they received 500 responses in the first two weeks. Mr. Feldman inquired about rental amounts for the Villages, which Mr. Brown responded to. He commented rents at Hyperion will be a bit higher. Mr. Brown explained that the properties will be managed by the developer and there will be no monthly fee. He said everything will be covered in the rent. He noted the Villages was trying to get one large restaurant facing Ocean Avenue and a coffee shop. He pointed out that Boynton is recognized as being a bit more affordable. 8. New Business None 9. Future Agenda Items Mr. Brown announced that he told the CRA Board that at some point, they will update the CRA Plan and they should ask the CRA Advisory Board for ideas. Vice Chair Roundtree stated that they updated it extensively a few years ago. She said they went to each area and made a presentation of what was wanted and what to add to it. She noted it took the Board a year to complete and said it was presented by former Board Member Courtlandt McQuire to the CRA Board. Ms. Curfman stated it is part of the agenda package. 5 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida March 18, 2026 Mr. Brown explained two Commissioners are talking about expanding the CRA Boundaries and one of them wants to include the residential, single-family home area of Forest Park and that homeowners there needs help rehabbing their houses. Vice Chair Roundtree said they had discussed programs to help and she would not mind taking another look to add more programs for residents. She recalled one discussion they had was the industrial area on 1-95. She noted business is important, but she would not mind re -reviewing the plan because she would rather address Forest Park than the industrial area. Mr. Isabella commented that many CRA's try to balance commercial and residential needs. He said the FRA conference showcased various CRA incentives for neighborhoods and some programs were restricted to owner occupants and landlords. He said there are many houses in Forest Park that need upgrades and the neighborhood in the area by Betty Thomas Park needs significant help. He thought beautification for residential parcels should be incorporated. There was discussion the West Palm Beach CRA offers many home improvement programs, but it was noted the West Palm Beach CRA is a wealthy CRA. Mr. Brown explained the Boynton Beach CRA creation predates Palm Beach County becoming a chartered county so it has the ability to expand without their position, but they should meet with the County and explain the program, how long before the program sunsets, that they wanted to help people rehab their houses. and they want to include the Forest Park neighborhood. He also pointed out that one Commissioner wanted to extend the area down to 22nd Street. Vice Chair Roundtree suggested the City have a comparable program so the City can address these homes as opposed to expanding a CRA District. Mr. Brown explained the City has a program using CDBG funds, but it is limited. Ms. Curfman explained the program was discussed at the last Board meeting and will be discussed at the joint meeting on April 14, 2026. Mr. Isabella requested Mr. Brown present what his plans are to enhance the Marina area. Mr. Brown explained the Marina is owned by the CRA and it is unusual for a CRA to own a Marina. He commented that they will always improve the Intracoastal, because they are a waterfront City via the Intracoastal. He explained they paid $6.7M to buy another property in Harvey Oyer Park and they demolished the building at 650 Oak Street. He said his goal is not just the Marina, but to use the entire Intracoastal and buy whatever they can on the Intracoastal. Mr. Isabella inquired how he would enhance the area next to Two George's. Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida March 18, 2026 Mr. Brown responded it is a small Marina and they are restricted by the Mangroves. He said there is a very large mitigation fee if the Mangroves are removed. He noted some municipalities pay the fee, but Boynton Beach is not there yet. Mr. Isabella asked about plans for Harvey Oyer Park. Mr. Brown said the park is owned by the City and he had offered suggestions to activate the park. He advised that they want to build two restaurants on the Intracoastal via holding a long-term lease and utilize percentage leases for them. He commented the restaurant owner would have to build their own restaurant. He said it's a great idea, but it is City owned land. He offered his assistance with restauranteur specialists and he shared his vision with the CRA Board. He commented parking needs to be addressed Mr. Brown said the first priority is a hotel and a cluster of hotels is needed. Ms. Kelly commented, regarding affordability in new developments, that it seems everything is commercial downstairs and residential upstairs and it does not seem successful. She referenced that Casa Costa does not retain many of its tenants and the storefronts are not appealing. She suggested that going forward, they speak to the developers about the need affordability for businesses tenants too. She stated between insurance, gas, food, payroll, and sky high rents, they can't survive. She urged they try to incorporate affordable commercial uses. Mr. Brown stated Ms. Kelly raised important points. He recalled in Delray Beach, national restaurants would not locate on Atlantic Avenue, so they got a lot of mom and pop restaurants. He said they are easier to deal with and have better food. He stated the CRA guaranteed restaurant loans through First Union Bank and had someone help them secure funding and it works He noted there would be failures, but when those occurred, they kept the kitchen equipment and recycled the space to another restaurant. Vice Chair Roundtree noted in the past there was a business incubator, and it may be helpful to continue that. 10. Adjournment Motion Ms. Troyanowski moved to adjourn. Mr. Feldman seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:09 p.m. 1z. _ (,1J Catherine Cherry �1 Minutes Specialist 7