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MInutes 04-14-26MINUTES OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2026, AT 6:00 PM IN CITY HALL COMMISSION CHAMBERS 100 E OCEAN AVENUE, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA PRESENT: Vice Chair Thomas Turkin Tim Tack, Assistant Director Board Member Angela Cruz Kathryn Rossmell, Board Counsel Board Member Mack McCray Board Member Aimee Kelley ABSENT: Chair Rebecca Shelton 1. Call to Order Vice Chair Turkin called the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m. 2. Invocation Vice Chair Turkin gave the invocation. 3. Pledge of Allegiance Board Member Kelley led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 4. Roll Call Roll call was taken. A quorum was present. 5. Agenda Approval A. Additions, Deletions, Corrections to the Agenda Board Member McCray moved to pull Item M, which will be pulled when hearing Consent agenda items. Vice Chair Turkin requested to move Item 15 B to after Pulled Consent Agenda items and add a brief discussion about the CRA's Investment Policy. He wanted to have something drafted and/or reviewed for what it is in its current state. which will be discussed with Item M. Board Member Kelley wanted to postpone item M, but supported having a discussion. A. Adoption of Agenda Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Board Boynton Beach, Florida April 14, 2026 Motion Board Member McCray so moved. Board Member Kelley seconded the motion to approve as amended. The motion passed unanimously. 6. Legal A. Regular Session 2026 Legislative Update Attorney Rossmell gave updates regarding House Bills 145, 967, 1389, and 572 as contained in the meeting materials She noted that the CRA does not have a formal lobbyist, but they continue to monitor legislation and will report on significant items that are most relevant. Board Member Kelley mentioned HB 1389 and wanted a report back, because they have developers come to them for Tax Increment Financing and other incentives and how Live Local interacts with that. Attorney Rossmell explained the legislation expanded the types of projects that can take advantage of Live Loca. She advised that it was expanded to include religious properties, and allow a certain amount of affordable housing to be put on religious properties and require the City pass an ordinance allowing accessory dwelling units, in terms of interacting with the TIF policy, she pointed out their program it is not a by right program, rather it is at the discretion of the Board. There is a number of criteria they consider for every agreement but not a single one of those criteria is mandatory, so it is a piece by piece basis, for the Board to consider every proposal and if it is in furtherance with the 2016 development plan, so there is nothing in live local that would constrain or require board action with regard to TIF other than that it may incentivize projects in the CRA that otherwise may not have occurred. 7. Informational Items and Disclosures by Board Members and CRA Staff: A. Disclosure of Conflicts, Contacts, and Relationships for Items Presented to the CRA Board on Agenda Board Member McCray disclosed he spoke with Jeff Burns by phone and that during his one- on -one CRA pre -agenda meeting, he spoke with Tim Tack and thanked him for being so knowledgeable as he gave him the answers he needed. He said he has a wealth of knowledge that is being overlooked. Board Member Kelley disclosed she spoke with Jeff Burns on an item not on an agenda, but there is an update on Informational Only, Board Member Cruz disclosed she got a call from Mr. Rojo a while ago and she believed it was on an item unrelated to this agenda. 2 Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Board Boynton Beach, Florida April 14, 2026 Vice Chair Turkin had no disclosures. 8. Information Only A. CRA Economic & Business Development Grant Program Update B. Social Media & Print Marketing Update C. Social Media Outreach Program 2nd Quarter Report for FY 2025-2026 (January 2026 - March 2026) D. Boynton Beach CRA FY 2024-2025 Financial & Annual Report E. Quarterly Progress Report #12 from Pulte Home Company, LLC for the Cottage District Infill Housing Redevelopment Project for January -March 2026 F. 2026 First Quarterly Progress Report (January -March) from BB QOZ, LLC for The Pierce Mixed -Use Project located at 115 N. Federal Highway G. BB QOZ, LLC's 2026 Annual Progress Report #4 for the 115 N. Federal Highway Mixed Use Project (aka The Pierce) H. Heart of Boynton Shops Project Update There were no comments. 9. Announcements and Awards None 10. Public Comments Vice Chair Turkin opened Public Comments. Harry Woodward, Boynton Beach resident, commented that the situation is unfortunate and thought an opportunity could arise from this, as in the past, there was a CRA Board composed of citizens and he said that was the last time citizens felt there was any real contact with the CRA Board. He said they should look at this situation with a clean sheet of paper learning from the past and it might be something the Board would consider. He also said the statues on CRA are clear and they are on the edge of many of them. He thought it might be appropriate to have an outside CRA audit. Woodrow Hay agreed with Mr. Woodwards comments and thought they should give more clarity to the audience when things like this happen. He said attendees are questioning what was happening. He said that he feels the City Manager has come a long way and Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Board Boynton Beach, Florida April 14, 2026 can handle managing the CRA,. but there are a lot of projects in Boynton Beach and a lot of projects in the City. He commented for the City Manager to take on the CRA is a bit much. He requested those be considered. He agreed with Board Member McCray's comments about Mr. Tack and to give him back the interim director position. He did not want Mr. Dugger over -burdened with both managing the CRA and City projects. Sarah Smith spoke about the Economic Development Grant Program. She said that she is a Palm Beach resident, and first time business owner. She advised that Boynton Beach will be the first Go Glow location in Florida, and she wanted to offer something elevated. She stated the project aligns with the City's goals for redevelopment and she is going to use an existing location that needs a build out. She mentioned they will create local jobs and it will be part of a broader eco system of businesses that grow strong together. She said the upfront costs are great and grant funding will help her open faster. Susan Oyer agreed with having citizen input on the CRA Board. She suggested looking at the City and CRA lobbyists, and if they doing a good job, because she doesn't hear anything good and they may need to get another lobbyist. She said she was disappointed RMA was gone and stated half as many people are moving to Florida, post covid, so she inquired why they are building so many apartments or homes. She said the cost of insurance is high and they should have flood insurance. She suggested the Board focus on rehab and industrial properties because there is no need for new homes. Elizabeth Pierce -Roe looked for information about the property on Oak Street, and hoped when the fence is installed, it be similar to what they did at Harbor Hall that had access at Intracoastal Park. She stated she wanted to see a real hotel come into Boynton where people can dine and stay overnight said there is much construction occurring, but prior hotels just didn't work out. David Katz commented a civilian CRA Board would be the worst idea in the world as they do not answer to the voters. He noted those two people make decisions worth millions and if it does not work out, there is no accountability. Years ago, he advised the Board, with two civilian members, voted down a six -story office building, by voting down a $1 M TIF request that would have created 300 jobs on the Bank of America site. He said they had a CRA, which was the City Commission, and there was no CRA Director, at the time they had economic development person. Mildred Hay stated that she was present last month and thanked the CRA Board, but omitted the staff. She acknowledged Tim Tack for his work, the board and staff who works extra hard behind the scenes. She thanked staff for all their work and service all of this time. There were no online comments. No one else coming forward, Vice Chair Turkin closed Public Comments. 2 Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Board Boynton Beach, Florida April 14, 2026 11. Consent Agenda A CRA Financial Report Period Ending March 31, 2026 B. Approval of the CRA Board Meeting Minutes for March 9, 2026 C. Approval of 500 Ocean Performance Audit for Year Ending December 31, 2025, for Compliance with the Direct Incentive Funding Agreement D. Approval of a Waiver for the Commercial Rent Reimbursement Grant Program to EGW LLC d/b/a Paloma Mexican Restaurant located in 500 Ocean at 510 E. Ocean Avenue, Unit 105 E. Approval of Waiver and Approval for the Commercial Property Improvement Grant Program in the Amount of $25,000 to Civic Center Condominium Association Inc. located at 612 N. Federal Highway F. Approval of the Commercial Property Improvement Grant Program in the Amount of $25,440 Rob's Golf Carts Corp located at 805 N. Federal Highway G. Approval of the Commercial Rent Reimbursement Grant Program in the Amount of $15,600 to Rob's Golf Carts Corp located at 805 N. Federal Highway H. Approval of the Commercial Property Improvement Grant Program in the Amount of $50,000 to Shiv Shakti Donut Corporation d/b/a Dunkin located at 2728 N. Federal Highway Approval of the Commercial Property Improvement Grant Program in the Amount of $57,759.93 Go French Concept LLC d/b/a Le Petit Pain French Bakery located at 618 E. Ocean Avenue J. Approval of the Commercial Rent Reimbursement Grant Program in the Amount of $24,000 to Go French Concept LLC d/b/a Le Petit Pain French Bakery located at 618 E. Ocean Avenue K. Approval of the Commercial Property Improvement Grant Program in the Amount of $50,000 to 1545 Restaurant & Seafood Acquisitions FL LLC d/b/a Soul Southern Food & Vibes located at 301 E. Boynton Beach Boulevard L. Approval of a Grant Extension until December 1, 2026, for the Commercial Property Improvement Grant Program to DSS Restaurant Management Inc. d/b/a Two Georges Waterfront Grill located at 728 Casa Loma Boulevard M. Request for Authorization to Open Money Market Account 5 Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Board Boynton Beach, Florida April 14, 2026 Motion Bboard Member Kelley moved to approve the Consent Agenda, less Item M. Board Member McCray seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 12. Pulled Consent Agenda Items Board Member McCray stated he pulled 11 M because some people feel it should be tabled, but he did not feel it needed to be tabled right now. He commented that before they start investing taxpayer money, they remember they are fiduciaries and they should look at money market accounts and bring someone in to review it, if this is the direction they will move in. He said that the CRA had a prior money market account and Mr. Tack should tell them why the Board got out of it. He emphasized that they must be careful when investing money. He said that until things get better, the Board is still responsible for the funds. He agreed with Board Member Kelley to table this until they get are in place. Board Member Kelley commented that she wants further discussion about options and it is their duty to be fiscally responsible and to make the most out of their money. She said if there are avenues in which they can safely invest, and there are unbudgeted funds, the Board owes it to themselves and the citizens to do so as long as it is done safely and the funds are protected, it may be better than to leave the funds sitting in a bank account. She said the policy allows them to invest, but they haven't done it. Vice Chair Turkin wanted to conduct an overview of the investment policy. He thought it was reviewed in 2018 but added that further study was warranted. He commented the least dependent variable was the interest and they should look at that as it is not uncommon for municipalities and taxing districts to invest taxpayer dollars and use those funds for development. He supported asking the executive director to review the policy and see what other CRA's are doing and look at low risk markets. He noted that there are a lot of legal regulations CRA's have to follow, but by not doing so, they are not acting in a fiduciary capacity, they are not doing their best, and if they had invested, they may have had the funds. He said the Board needs to examine these options. He wanted to direct staff to look at obtaining the best return on investment. If there is consensus, he would like to have something to come back for them Dan Dugger appreciated the confidence the Board has in him, and said he will conduct a full assessment, and he will meet with Vicki Hill, the Finance Director and Tim Tack and find what occurred and compile a report in about 30 days. He noted that since he came on Board about four years, on the City side they lowered the millage rate several times and increased the fund balance. They also increased the alpha return on passive investment from the City's principal investments. He will research the expenditures and outflows of this fund, because sometimes they can get yields between five and six percent especially if they are static funds. He reiterated he needed about a month to draft the report. 0 Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Board Boynton Beach, Florida April 14, 2026 Vice Chair Turkin stated he wanted a full financial analysis of the CRA, and to include more detail in the operations budget. Mr. Dugger said if they want a full forensic audit, they will have to hire an outside firm. Vice Chair Turkin said they can address it when the time comes. Motion Board Member McCray said sometimes a look with new eyes is helpful and he moved to table this until a complete analysis comes back to the Board so they can make an educated decision. Board Member Kelley seconded the motion. Board Member Cruz stated the report should include historical data with regard to the CRA and other CRA's in Florida, what the outcome has been for the investment, the level of risk and positive or negative outcomes of the investments for those governmental bodies such as if something that would protect principal and incur a small percentage or if it adds risk to the entire principal. Vote The motion passed unanimously. Item 15 B Discussion and Consideration of the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Professional Services (Heard out of Order) Attorney Janice Westman, Lewis Longman and Walker, stated that she was working on an RFQ for professional service on a continuing contract for various services which he stated. She said this service is highly regulated and when an RFQ is issued, respondents are evaluated and ranked, then negotiate with top rank firm. She explained that the RFQ was drafted so that the Executive Director will select the Selection Committee members, because it is very technical. Board Member Kelley noted the deadline for staff will be June and they are unsure what decisions they will make in the next 60 days. She inquired if they have a secondary Executive Director as the CRA is in a transition period. Mr. Tack commented with the RFQ, the prices are the prices and they come back with individual projects as they come on Board, and negotiate the hours, not the prices. Attorney Westman pointed out the RFQ can be revised so the Board makes the selection and then directs staff to negotiate. She asked about the evaluation criteria, but there were no changes. She announced she will revise the document so the Board will conduct 7 Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Board Boynton Beach, Florida April 14, 2026 the final ranking and then either assign. a Board Member or direct the Executive C., ectcr person to negotiate. Motion Board Member Kelley moved to approve the RFQ for continuing professional Services and issues subject to final CRA Legal review. Board Member Cruz seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 13. CRA Advisory Board A. Pending Assignments - Assignments from the CRA Board Assigned at the January 14, 2025, and the February 10, 2026, CRA Monthly Board Meetings B. Reports on Pending Assignments Mr. Tack announced at the last meeting, the members discussed the splash pad and the long-term land acquisition plan and will bring back ideas for the long-term plan and finalize the Heisman candidate recognition project as well. Vice Chair Turkin commented there is a lot of good work being done by the Advisory Board, 14. Old Business A. Discussion and Consideration of FY 2025-2026 Business Development Promotions Mercedes Coppin, Business Development Manager, stated that Legal prepared a memo detailing a risk analysis of CRA promotions, which she reviewed as contained in the meeting materials. She noted City and CRA staff met to discuss how the City could assume responsibility for some of the events, but it was determined that there was no funding available this year for these events and asked for direction. Vice Chair Turkin suggested, since this would be discussed in a joint meeting next week, it be postponed until then Ms. Coppins stated the Rock the Plaza event in May may be impacted by the one week delay. Board Member Cruz suggested they move forward with the Rock the Plaza Event in May and discuss the remainder of them at the joint meeting. The members agreed. B. Discussion and Consideration of the Revision to "Exhibit A" to the Interlocal Agreement between the Boynton Beach CRA and the City of Boynton Beach Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Board Boynton Beach, Florida April 14, 2026 for Funding Construction and Professional Services for the Demolition of 670 Oak Street Mr. Tack presented item and said they have the Master Interlocal Agreement and revisit Exhibit A from time to time. He noted funding for Jaycee Park was for design only and they redirected the construction funding for the demolition for 670 Oak Street and used $193K for the MLK Streetscape. Funds were reallocated and the total amount in the agreement stays the same and it will help the CRA provide assistance for the demolition and the City will oversee the contract and the physical demolition, which the CRA will reimburse and fund. Motion Board Member Kelley moved to approve revised Exhibit A as captioned. Board Member McCray seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Vice Chair Turkin requested staff speak with residents who made public comments about the Oak Street property. 15. New Business A. Discussion and Approval of the Purchase of Property Located at 109 NW 1 st Avenue Theresa Utterback, Development Services Manager, presented the item. She advised the CRA owns the adjacent property to the east, and this acquisition would fill in the block. She stated that the current owner is satisfied with the appraised value, and they included the closing costs, which were the documentary stamps. Motion Board Member McCray moved to approve. Board Member Kelley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. B. Discussion and Consideration of the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Professional Services This item was previously heard. C. Discussion and Consideration of Adoption of Fee Schedule Attorney Rossmell stated that this item is to establish a formalized fee structure as the CRA currently does not charge fees to process applications or requests, which the CRA is eligible to charge fees for certain activities on a cost recovery basis. She said that some CRA's do this and since they are independent taxing districts, sometimes they have 9 Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Board Boynton Beach, Florida April 14, 2026 different fees for different activities. She commented an analysis was conducted what the requests typically cost to process. Board Member Kelley asked if other CRA's collect these fees and thought they should have a policy for developers who request TIF. Vice Chair Turkin supported the schedule and said this would not be retroactive. Motion Board Member McCray moved to approve. Board Member Kelley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. D. Discussion and Consideration of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget Reallocation for Economic Development Grant Programs Bonnie Nicklien, Grants and Project Manager, stated they are out of grant funding and cannot accept any new applications. There is a project fund line item for contingency of $225,000. Staff was recommending $200K of it be allocated for future applications and stated that she has a waiting list. Board Member Kelley supported reinvesting in small business and supported reallocating the funds. Vice Chair Turkin thought this was the most impactful program and he thanked Ms. Nicklien for her work. Motion Board Member Kelley moved to approve the budget reallocation of $200K. from contingency to project fund for the grant program. Board Member Cruz seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. E. Approval of Subgrant Property Remediation Agreement with Palm Beach County through the Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund Program for the CRA - Owned Property Located at 1101 N. Federal Highway Mr. Tack reviewed the item as contained in the agenda item. He said in partnership with PVC they conducted a Phase I and II site assessment for the subject property. He said it is the future site for the gateway feature that is going through the site plan process. He said there is onsite arsenic contamination, so they can use funds through the county and receive grant funds to remediate the site for future redevelopment. He said it will provide $24Kto excavate the site and replace it with clean fill. He said it is about $148K worth of grant funding overall for this project. `N] Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Board Boynton Beach, Florida April 14, 2026 Motion Board Member McCray moved to approve. Board member Kelley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Attorney Rossmell inquired about the workshop scheduled for next weekend and asked for direction. Board Member Kelley said they should reschedule it and regroup and there was agreement to do so. There was further agreement to discuss this at the next joint meeting on April 21, 2026, before the regular City Commission meeting. 16. Future Agenda Items A. Project Update Regarding the Invitation to Negotiate for the Development of Affordable/Workforce Infill Housing with Lennar Homes LLC B. Discussion and Consideration of Responses to Notice to Dispose for the Property Located at 419 N. Seacrest Boulevard 17. Adjournment Motion Board Member McCray moved to adjourn. Board Member Kelley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:41 p.m. d"Wwk - I-ijL"t Catherine Cherry Minutes Specialist 11