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Agenda 04-27-26The City of Boynton Beach Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Agenda Monday, April 27, 2026, 6:00 PM City Commission Chambers 100 E. Ocean Avenue Boynton Beach, FL 33435 Boynton Beach Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Thomas Devlin, Member Dr. Phyllis Pacilli, Member Alison Pandev, Member Matt Wojciechowski, Member Barry Doctor, Member Amanda Cowan, Alternate Jasper Pastorius, Member *Mission* To create a sustainable community by providing exceptional municipal services, in a financially responsible manner. i f� www.boynton-beach.org 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Agenda Approval 5. Approval of Minutes A. February 23, 2026 6. Unfinished Business A. City Website Updates 7. New Business A. Project Updates 1. Beach Renourishment Project 2. Wilson Field Maintenance Closure 3. Pence Field Maintenance Closure B. Esports Program- Carolyn Sims C. Recreation and Parks Budget Discussion D. Chair and Vice Chair discussion/vote 8. Public Audience 9. Items for the City Manager's Attention 10. Future Agenda Items 11. Next Meeting Minutes of the Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Meeting Held on October 27, 2025, at 6:00 P.M. In City Commission Chambers, City Hall Boynton Beach, Florida PRESENT: Julie Mondello, Chair Marvelous Washington, Division Director Allison Pandev Recreation and Parks Barry Doctor Justin Johnson, Manager, Outreach and Marketing Dr. Phyliss Pacilli Thomas Devlin Matt Wojciechowski Amanda Cowan, Alternate ABSENT: Jay Pastorius, Alternate 1. Call to Order Chair Mondello called meeting to order at 6:00 P.M. 2. Pledge The members recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 3. Roll Call Roll call was taken. A quorum was present. 4 Agenda Approval Mr. Wojciechowski requested to add Item E under 3, Little League update and Dr. Pacilli requested to add an update on park signage to the Agenda. Motion Ms. Pandev moved to approve the agenda as amended. Dr. Pacilli seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 5. Approval of Minutes – October 2025 Motion . Dr. Pacilli moved to approve the minutes. Ms. Pandev seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Meeting Minutes Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida February 23, 2026 2 6. Unfinished Business City Website Update for landing page and event advertisements. Justin Johnson, Outreach and Marketing Manager, stated that he was working with Public Affairs to promote City events. He noted the website has a pop-up window on its page pertaining to the Elections and he was working with Public Affairs on putting information about the Eggstravaganza on the website after the Elections. He said that it is an ongoing project and that there are multiple pages on the website that are being updated. Chair Mondello agreed and noted especially the lookups and reservations. Dr. Pacilli commented it is very difficult to find recreational activities on the website. Mr. Johnson responded that was why they put their promotional material on www. wemakelifefun.com for activities. Ms. Washington said that staff is working on a landing strip that will take users to the special events permits. She clarified that based on the criteria, it will direct the user to the person. She said the goal is to simplify it for customers, and it is a separate system linked to their website. She also announced that staff is discussing a phone app, so people can register through the app instead of through WebTrac. Dr. Pacilli requested to add to Unfinished Business, an update on reading license plates, which had been down. 7. New Business 1. Department Updates 2. Recreation and Parks Vacancy Ms. Washington said that they have a vacancy, as former member Bruce Robertson moved out of Boynton. She noted that there is a process to apply for the vacancy, and anyone can apply. She encouraged board members to encourage people to apply. Matt Wojciechowski stated that he has been a new resident since December, having moved from West Palm Beach and that he uses the parks nearly every day. He is an urban planner and that he always enjoys park projects. b. Concession RFP Awarded Ms. Washington reported this is currently in negotiation. c. Bait Shop Meeting Minutes Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida February 23, 2026 3 Ms. Washington reported that the Bait Shop is now open and that it offers ice, fresh bait, and they are trying to get live bait. She said they have coffee, and to activate the space, they have two food trucks. She advised that the Bait Shop vendor has a wealth of knowledge and she recommended the members check them out at Oyer Park. 2. Special Events/Program Updates a. MLK Day of Service Mr. Johnson stated 37 volunteers participated in the clean up throughout Heart of Boynton. He commented that this was his fourth MLK Day of Service and it was very cold out. b. Barrier Free 5K Mr. Johnson announced that this event attracted 219 runners, up from 206 runners last year, and it is always a good and well attended event. He thanked staff and Human Resource staff who were at the park to set up and plot the course. He also praised Hunters Run, as part of the run goes through that community. He stated that to show gratitude, Raising Canes sent gift cards to the volunteers. c. First Friday of Feb Mr. Johnson explained that the First Friday February event was a Black History Month themed event. He thanked all who showed up because again, the First Friday concert had cold weather. Mr. Johnson announced a new program called Mommy and Me at the Carolyn Sims Center for two and three year olds, which involves crafting and which provides a chance for the little ones to bond with their moms. d. Spring Break Camps Mr. Johson advised that they have different options, which are one week campa at the Carolyn Sims Center, a Spring Break Basketball Camp at the Hester Center, and the pool will have a Lifeguard Certification course on Tuesday through Friday. e. Boca Bowl Mr. Johnson announced that they were fortunate to serve as a practice site for the Boca Raton Bowl and this year the Louisville Cardinals were hosted there. He said they had a pregame VIP party, and at last weeks City Commission meeting, Doug Mosely, Executive Director and Paige Kornblue, Events and Promotions Manager, for the Boca Bowl, were on hand and they provided game balls and hats to the City Commission. He said that the Meeting Minutes Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida February 23, 2026 4 official title of this year ’s game was Bushes Boca Raton Bowl of Beans. Mr. Johnson stated that there were extra hats which the board members received. f. Eggstravganza Mr. Johnson stated the upcoming Easter-themed event is the Eggstravganza, on Saturday, April 4th. He said that the Eggstravganza is returning to the Ezell Hester this year for several reasons, and they will offer shuttle service for the parking from the Sims Center to the Hester Center. Ms. Washington extended an invitation for the Board to volunteer for the event and said she will try to have board shirts made before then. He noted the event was held from 10 AM to Noon the last two years, but feedback was received indicating that residents need more time to experience everything, so the event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. She said that she will send the information to the Board members and volunteers should be there by 9 AM or 9:30 AM. It was noted that due to Good Friday, they will push the April 1st Friday event back a week. Ms. Washington announced Boots and BBQ which is the theme for the First Friday to be held on March 6th. He said exciting things are planned and they are trying to obtain a sponsorship from WRRK Ms. Washington announced a Women’s Empowerment luncheon the Arts and Cultural Center is holding and she will send additional information for upcoming events to the members. 3. Project update a. Pence Park, Ms. Washington stated they are finalizing the park’s design and that currently, they will have a turfed soccer field, which will be a multi-field and she will bring back the final design before they go to RFP. They will have a facility onsite with a multi-purpose room with indoor restrooms, a playground, and pickleball courts. TShe noted that currently, there is nothing for softball, and they are trying to strengthen interlocal agreements with the schools as there aren’t enough practice fields. She said they were trying to use Congress Middle School and the High School’s facilities, but the school district is going though changes so there are no interlocal agreements at this time. b. Jaycee Park Ms. Washington commented that they updated the Bocce Ball courts, added a shade structure, re-mulched some of the area and updated the sod the by dog park. It was noted that the bocce ball court users need to bring their own equipment. Ms. Washington Meeting Minutes Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida February 23, 2026 5 advised that they removed some unsafe playground equipment and will replace some of the playground pieces. c. IPC – Border Wall Repair Ms. Washington stated that the Department repaired the south border wall that Board Member Pastorious had previously mentioned needed repair. d. Food Truck Event Ms. Washington mentioned that they have food trucks at the Bait Shop every Thursday and Friday for breakfast and some in the evening as they want to activate that site. She said there will be a daily rotation and the Board can review it and discuss how to activate Oyer Park. She said that the food trucks are not yet publicized and it is being handled through Public Affairs. She pointed out that they use City vendors and they have a new AI system that they can track foot traffic at the park and other locations and indicate where people go and when, and other activities. Ms. Washington reported that Oceanfront Park is in the process of being renovated and undergoing beach restoration. She advised that parking will be limited, but beachgoers can use Circuit for transportation to the beach. She commented the project will be completed in March and so far, they are on track. She announced the City purchased a new parking meter system. Ms. Washington explained that the City met with the Little League to discuss what their needs and wants are and what needs to be done immediately. She reported that they have temporary lights and are trying to get additional lights for the batting cages and that work will commence soon and she will provide reports. She said they are working out the top projects and she will provide updates. She advised that they attended opening day and it was awesome. Chair Mondello asked if bathrooms were on the list. Ms. Washington said the concession stand was a high priority, and they want to redo some of the fields. Mr. Devlin inquired about a shade awning on side two of the field. She said they want to meet and get a good idea of what is needed right now. Dr. Pacilli said last year, they spoke to Fabien Desrouleaux, Assistant Director, Recreation and Cultural Services, about the Lake Worth Sidewalk Art event and how it is a great revenue source for Lake Worth. She asked if Boynton considered a similar event. She mentioned it does not have to be the extent it is now, but with all of the events, they have to look at revenue sources to the City and the benefits it offers. She said it takes a year or more to plan. She asked if those types of events were on the table and believed those types of events draw tourists She suggested that they should work with the City and CRA because this is the type of project they should consider. She noted that the Kinetic Event Meeting Minutes Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida February 23, 2026 6 is not advertised and it could be much more. She referenced the traveling cows, which drew people. She suggested the City start small. Ms. Washington pointed out that they have the Art and Cultural Center doing great things, but they would have to ensure they build the infrastructure for those types of events first. Mr. Devlin said that he thought more events were needed. Dr. Pacilli said that art is a facilitator for many things, including tourism and so is recreation. Ms. Washington said she would invite the new Division Director to a meeting for ideas to consider. Dr, Pacilli thought there were a lot of missed opportunities and expressed that the City does not advertise events enough. Mr. Johnson stated that conversations took place, but they have to coordinate with Public Affairs and the City’s branding. He announced that they have a new Events Division Director. Mr. Devlin asked if they could have a video screen on the east end of Little League Park on Woolbright to advertise tryouts and the other events. He said at night, a bright board would give information. Mr. Johnson replied that there is one at Seacrest and Woolbright. Mr. Devlin stated he cannot read that sign at night. He said if they put a 4’ by 8’ static sign, it would be sufficient until the funds are there. Ms. Washington pointed out that the master plan is to have uniform plans and the City wants consistent signage. Dr. Pacilli asked for an update regarding staff working to install large pieces of art in the parks. She asked if there is a plan. Ms. Washington responded there is a plan, and there is a percentage of funding from developers to have art in the parks. Dr. Pacilli asked about the 10K trees. Ms. Washington explained the purpose of Community Greening was for passing them out. They distributed some trees at the Fall Festival and another one at Sara Sims in January. Meeting Minutes Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida February 23, 2026 7 Dr. Pacilli requested an update on where they are. Mr. Doctor recalled someone gave the City a grant to create shaded areas in the City. He noted it did not specify the trees would go in the parks. Ms. Washington said that she would research it. Mr. Devlin asked if they could have kinetic art and animal themed art between the dog parks. Dr. Pacilli said there are stands that the art can be placed on. Mr. Johnson said that the plan was to keep them permanent as opposed to kinetic. Dr. Pacilli said that at the bait shop, there had been an art competition and different artists created a marlin fish. She said that she did not know where they was stored. She noted there was a sailfish by the Seadrift, then it was moved and she didn’t know where it went. She thought it was probably in storage. Mr. Devlin commented that the City has a long history of fishing tournaments and that the Historical Society may have posters of the events and pictures of winners that could be displayed at the bait shop. Ms. Washington commented there is a Special City Commission meeting on March 23rd so the Recreation and Parks meeting will be moved to the following week. Motion Dr. Pacilli moved to cancel the March 23rd meeting and if possible, move it to March 30th and if not possible, cancel the March meeting and meet on April 20th Chair Mondello seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 8. Public Audience None. 9. Items for the City Manager ’s Attention None. 10. Future Agenda Items None. 10. Adjournment Meeting Minutes Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida February 23, 2026 8 Motion Dr. Pacilli moved to adjourn. There was a brief discussion about the beach restoration. Mr. Johnson explained he would see if Andy Studt, Coastal Resources Program for Palm Beach County, could provide an update at the next meeting. Mr. Wojciechowski seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:10 P.M. Catherine Cherry Minutes Specialist