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MInutes 04-21-26 Jt CC & CRAMinutes of the Joint Community Redevelopment Agency Board and The City of Boynton Beach Meeting Held on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM City Hall Chambers, 100 E. Ocean Avenue and Online Present: Chair Rebecca Shelton Vice Chair Thomas Turkin Board Member Mack McCray Board Member Aimee Kelley 1. Call to Order Tim Tack, Assistant Director Daniel Dugger, City Manager Andrew Mack, Deputy City Manager Katherine Rossmell, Board Counsel Shawna Lamb, City Attorney Tammy Stanzione, Interim City Clerk Chair Shelton called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M. 2. Invocation The Invocation was given by Pastor Bryce Hudson. 3. Pledge of Allegiance Board Member Kelley led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 4. Roll Call Ms. Tammy Stanzione, Interim City Clerk, called the roll. A quorum was present. 5. Agenda Approval A. Additions, Deletions, Corrections to the Agenda There were none. B. Adoption of Agenda Motion: Board Member Kelley moved to approve the Agenda, as amended. Board Member McCray seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 6. Legal Ms. Rossmell stated that there were no legal updates. 7. Informational Items and Disclosures by Board Members and CRA Staff: Meeting Minutes Joint CRA Board & City Council Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 21, 2026 A. Disclosure of Conflicts, Contacts, and Relationships for Items Presented to the CRA Board on Agenda Vice Chair Turkin announced that there would be a park cleanup at the cemetery on Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. Vice Chair Turkin also requested consensus for staff to review potential downtown parking impacts as development projects move forward. There was consensus for staff and the CRA to review potential options. 8. Public Comments Chair Shelton opened public comment. Harriet Woodworth commented on the CRA transition and referenced approximately 20 years of CRA history, including changes in plans, staff, and board structure. She stated that former CRA Executive Director Brown had a vision supported by aligned actions and expressed hope that the CRA would preserve that approach moving forward. Susan Oyer, Boynton Beach, commented on City and CRA events and suggested that the Board evaluate events based on cost, attendance, community benefit, outreach, and visitor impact. She suggested eliminating or reducing certain events, while continuing well -attended events such as the Fourth of July, Memorial Day, Pirate Fest, Juneteenth, Eggstravaganza, Fall Festival, Veterans Day, Night Market, Boat Parade, tree lighting, and Taste of Boynton Beach. She also suggested that the City recognize the individual who provides reading support to children outside City Hall. No virtual comment. Chair Shelton closed public comment. 9. New Business A. Discussion and Consideration of the Residential Improvement Grant Program - TABLED ON APRIL 14, 2026 TO A DATE CERTAIN ON APRIL 21, 2026 AT 6:OOPM Motion: Board Member McCray moved to remove the item from the table. Vice Chair Turkin seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Bonnie Nicklien, Grants and Projects Manager, presented the following: Mission & Goal; Applicant Eligibility; Program Parameters; Eligible Improvements; and Next Steps. Meeting Minutes Joint CRA Board & City Council Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 21, 2026 Board Member McCray asked how long a homeowner would have to remain in the property after receiving funds. Ms. Nicklien responded that staff had discussed a two-year requirement, with repayment required otherwise. Chair Shelton asked about marketing across Districts. Ms. Nicklien clarified that the program would be limited to CRA boundaries. Motion: Board Member McCray moved to approve the Residential Improvement Grant Program and move forward with the program as presented. Board Member Cruz seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. B. Discussion and Consideration of the Transfer of CRA Business Development Promotions to City - TABLED ON APRIL 14, 2026 TO A DATE CERTAIN ON APRIL 21, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M. Motion: Vice Chair Turkin moved to remove the item from the table. Board Member McCray seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Amanda Onda, Division Director of Events, and Mercedes Coppin, Business Development Manager, presented the following: Why the BBCRA Cannot Fund Special Events; City of Boynton Beach Signature Events; Boynton Beach CRA Signature Promotions; Signature Events Produced by Surrounding Cities; Placer.Al; COBB Events Budget Analysis; BBCRA Promotions Budget Analysis; Total Budget 2025-2026; Top Performing Events; Lowest Performing Events; and Questions. Board Member McCray commented that MLK and Say It Loud should not be eliminated without further promotion. He stated that low attendance may be related to insufficient advertising and suggested that the events be promoted more strongly before any decision was made to remove them. Ms. Onda stated that the MLK event had been adjusted due to prior low attendance and budget concerns and that the most recent version included a banquet and day of service with approximately 100 attendees for under $15,000. Board Member Kelley expressed concern about losing the Night Market, which she described as one of the most successful events between the City and CRA. She noted that the timing had been intentional and that other cities had begun creating similar events. She expressed concern that canceling the Night Market for one year could result in the City losing its date and momentum. She asked whether the .City and CRA could partner during a transition year so that the event would not be lost. Meeting Minutes Joint CRA Board & City Council Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 21, 2026 Ms. Onda stated that the City events team was prepared to work with CRA staff during the current year, learn the event process, and support a smoother transition if the event moved to the City in the future. Ms. Rossmell explained that events were not clearly prohibited under CRA statutes and that the evaluation was based on risk level. She stated that the CRA could partner with the City, and that transitioning an event to the City would begin to reduce the risk. She explained that the CRA could continue to support components that were reasonably focused on CRA businesses, CRA participation, and CRA -related promotion. Vice Chair Turkin stated that the Board should scale back due to legal ambiguity and prior legislative discussions regarding CRAs. He supported transferring the Boat Parade back to the City, keeping Rock the Marina and the Night Market for the remainder of the fiscal year, and forgoing the remaining higher -risk promotions. Ms. Coppin clarified that the Board had previously authorized the Rock the Plaza series to continue. Board Member McCray stated that the City and CRA needed to continue working together and that staff should continue providing events and promotions that gave the City value while staying within the law. He emphasized that advertising remained important and thanked staff for listening to residents. Board Member Kelley confirmed that the City intended to take the Boat Parade back. Deputy City Manager Mack stated that the City had identified the Night Market and Boat Parade as events to potentially fund through the City budget and that staff may have $30,000 to $40,000 available from events that came in under budget. Ms. Onda stated that merging the Holiday Parade and tree lighting could save approximately $103,000 by reducing duplicated hard costs, police resources, and road closures. Board Member Kelley asked that staff also review whether the CRA could assist with certain funding components, such as marketing or promotional costs, where legally appropriate. She also requested that staff review Bon Appetit data before eliminating it, because it appeared to function more as a business promotion for restaurants than a traditional event. There was consensus to allow public comment on the item. David Katz commented that Pirate Fest attendance numbers from the prior year were not representative due to rain and that the event usually had significantly higher attendance. He also spoke in support of continuing the 9/11 memorial and stated that eliminating the event would be a mistake. Meeting Minutes Joint CRA Board & City Council Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 21, 2026 Vice Chair Turkin clarified that the discussion related to moving CRA events to the City and not cutting City events. Ms. Rossmell summarized the Board's direction. She stated that Rock the Marina, Night Market, and the Rock the Plaza series would continue with maximum partnership with the City. She stated that the CRA would not undertake planning efforts for Snapshots with Santa at that time. She confirmed that the City would work on taking over the Boat Parade and that the CRA would investigate appropriate methods to assist. There was consensus to proceed as summarized. C. Discussion and Consideration of FY 2026-2027 Budget Considerations — TABLED ON APRIL 14, 2026 TO A DATE CERTAIN ON APRIL 21, 2026 AT 6:00 P. M. Motion: Board Member McCray moved to remove the item from the table. Vice Chair Turkin seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. City Manager/CRA Interim Executive Director Dugger introduced the item and stated that staff had discussed potential additions to the budget, including possible expansion of the Circuit program to Tri -Rail. He explained that the City currently provides approximately $60,000 for transportation to the beach and that staff had discussed expanding service from Tri -Rail to the CRA District and from the CRA District to Tri -Rail. He stated that FDOT grants may offset approximately 50% of the cost, but that the City may still need an additional $100,000 to $200,000. He confirmed that beach ridership had decreased and that the Board should discuss whether to continue beach transportation, incorporate Tri -Rail service, or attempt to support both. Chair Shelton asked whether Circuit used advertising to offset costs. Assistant Director Tack stated that Circuit had pursued sponsorships, including one month-long sponsorship, and that development partnerships could also be explored. Board Member Kelley noted that fees had been kept low to encourage use and suggested that staff review beach trip usage by days and hours, potential Tri -Rail rider costs, advertising restrictions, and opportunities to work with the City's economic development team on sponsorships. Board Member McCray asked whether beach decals were still issued. City Manager/CRA Interim Executive Director Dugger confirmed that decals were still Meeting Minutes Joint CRA Board & City Council Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 21, 2026 issued and that Circuit helped offset beach parking demand. Vice Chair Turkin stated that he did not support expanding Circuit while beach ridership was down, but also did not support eliminating beach service. He stated that budget discussions should focus on City and CRA priorities, including infrastructure, mobility, road paving, safe roads, and proactive improvements within the CRA District. City Manager/CRA Interim Executive Director Dugger clarified that the ridership decrease applied only to City -funded beach service. Ms. Nicklien stated that overall CRA District ridership increased from approximately 10,000 riders to more than 18,000 riders annually, while beach ridership decreased by approximately 500 riders. CRA Interim Executive Director Dugger stated that staff expected a four to five percent increase in CRA funding and that additional capital improvement considerations could be reviewed. Ms. Rossmell stated that the CRA could assist with road paving or similar projects, subject to case-by-case review. Vicki Hill, CRA Finance Director, stated that property appraiser numbers would be available at the end of May, with final budget numbers available at the end of June. Assistant Director Tack stated that staff would continue coordinating with the City on infrastructure improvements and CRA funding opportunities. Board Member McCray asked whether City events could be advertised on Circuit vehicles. Ms. Rossmell stated that City and CRA advertising was permitted, subject to content restrictions. Chair Shelton stated that any expansion should be based on additional data and questioned whether Tri -Rail was the best option, or whether seniors would benefit more from expanded service to medical appointments or other destinations. Vice Chair Turkin noted potential state funding concerns for Tri -Rail. Assistant Director Tack stated that the Senior Center was within the geofenced area and that service had expanded to destinations such as Publix and Walmart on Federal Highway. No formal action was taken. Meeting Minutes Joint CRA Board & City Council Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 21, 2026 D. Discussion and Consideration of Finalizing the Date and Agenda for the CRA Board Workshop City Manager/CRA Interim Executive Director Dugger stated that the CRA workshop originally scheduled for April 25, 2026, had been canceled and that staff was seeking Board direction on a new date. He stated that the workshop would include redistricting and a larger CRA discussion. The Board discussed several possible dates and agreed on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. Motion: Vice Chair Turkin moved to approve the CRA Board Workshop for May 30, 2026, from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. Board Member Cruz seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. E. Discussion and Consideration of the Results of Community Input Survey for 480 W. Boynton Beach Boulevard and Surrounding Properties - ADDED APRIL 17, 2026 Ms. Coppin presented the community input survey results for 480 W. Boynton Beach Boulevard and surrounding properties, noting that staff received 1,079 responses. She stated that most respondents were Boynton Beach residents who lived within two miles of the site and primarily traveled through the area by car. Ms. Coppin stated that respondents favored mixed-use development, public green space, cultural or community space, family -friendly dining, small local businesses, walkable design, landscaping, shade, lighting, and safety improvements. She noted that most respondents preferred lower building heights, with traffic, congestion, and parking identified as the primary concerns. Ms. Coppin stated that open-ended responses emphasized community gathering, green space, walkability, local businesses, arts and culture, coastal character, and a destination feel similar to areas such as Atlantic Avenue, Pineapple Grove, Rosemary Square, Mizner Park, and downtown St. Petersburg. Vice Chair Turkin stated that the survey results showed that the community did not want high-rise development and emphasized that lush landscaping and community feel were consistent themes. He stated that the City and CRA should use the feedback to determine what conceptual plans, zoning options, land acquisition, RFP process, or next steps may be appropriate. He noted that the site was one of the most visible redevelopment sites in the City due to its location near 1-95 and that the Board should take the feedback seriously. Meeting Minutes Joint CRA Board & City Council Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 21, 2026 Chair Shelton asked whether the survey would be rerun now that the adjoining parcels had been acquired. Ms. Coppin responded that the survey included the adjoining parcels. Board Member McCray asked whether the site had been put out to developers. Chair Shelton responded that it had not, because the CRA wanted to hear from the community first. Board Member McCray stated that the survey provided the information needed to move forward and expressed concern that prior surveys had sometimes been placed on the back burner. He stated that he hoped that would not occur with this survey. Board Member Kelley stated that the Board had invested significant time, energy, and focus into purchasing the sites and should be part of determining what would occur there. She stated that she was not willing to wait and see what happened and that the City and CRA should help spearhead a project that would serve residents. F. Discussion and Consideration of the Interlocal Agreement Between the City of Boynton Beach and the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency for City Services Including City Manager Interim Executive Director Services, Human Resource Services, Finance Services and Information Technology Services - ADDED APRIL 21, 2026 Ms. Coppin presented the community input survey results for 480 W. Boynton Beach Boulevard and surrounding properties, noting that staff received 1,079 responses. She stated that most respondents were Boynton Beach residents who lived within two miles of the site and primarily traveled through the area by car. City Manager/CRA Interim Executive Director Dugger introduced the proposed interlocal agreement for City services, including interim executive director, human resources, finance, and information technology services. He noted that staff may later bring back a records management function. Ms. Rossmell explained that the Board was acting in both CRA and City Commission capacities and that any approval motion would need to be made twice. She stated that the agreement covered four service areas, included interim executive director services by City Manager Dugger, allowed eligible City designees to assist with CRA tasks, and provided for automatic renewal, renegotiation, or termination by either party. Ms. Rossmell stated that the duties were similar to the prior executive director contract and included management, oversight, governance, personnel, public records, and meeting attendance. She stated that compensation would be paid from the CRA to the Meeting Minutes Joint CRA Board & City Council Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 21, 2026 City as a $300 annual salary supplement through the end of the fiscal year. Board Member McCray asked whether a future City Manager position would have to be advertised jointly with the CRA Director position. Ms. Rossmell stated that the agreement would not require the City to hire both positions together. Board Member Cruz expressed concern that the agreement blurred the lines between the CRA and City, particularly regarding financial oversight, and stated that independent services could be used if needed. Ms. Rossmell stated that the IT services component was similar to the existing agreement and reviewed standard provisions related to records, Sunshine Law, indemnification, sovereign immunity, and termination. Board Member McCray supported improved City and CRA coordination. Vice Chair Turkin stated that the agreement would increase transparency and protect taxpayer dollars. Board Member Kelley stated that City and CRA collaboration was important to the City's success. Board Member Cruz reiterated concerns about control, stating that the CRA handled significant tax increment funding and redevelopment matters. Motion: Vice Chair Turkin moved, in the members' capacity as the CRA Board, to approve the Interlocal Agreement, as presented. Board Member Kelley seconded the motion. The motion passed 4-1, with Board Member Cruz dissenting. Motion: Vice Chair Turkin moved, in the members' capacity as the City Commission, to approve the Interlocal Agreement, as presented. Board Member Kelley seconded the motion. The motion passed 4-1, with Board Member Cruz dissenting. G. Discussion and Consideration of the Financial Oversight Project Plan - ADDED APRIL 21, 2026 Alan Lawson, Director of Finance, presented the following: Immediate Next Steps; Financial Oversight & Fraud Audit Services; Executive Overview; Financial Risk Assessment Fraud Zones; Preliminary Audit Phrase Timeline — 10 Days; Phases 1 & 2 Meeting Minutes Joint CRA Board & City Council Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 21, 2026 — Setup and Data Collection; Phase 3 — Interviews, Evidence Reporting; Phase 6 — Remediation, Recovery & Policy Reform; Key Deliverables; and(Preliminary) P -Card Policy Gap Analysis — CRA vs. City of Boynton Beach. Board Member McCray stated that he did not like the use of the word "fraud" in the document. Mr. Lawson responded that the intent was to review processes and how transactions were accounted for and stated that the word would be removed. Vice Chair Turkin stated that policies should be in place to ensure that taxpayer dollars were used properly and consistently across the City and CRA. Board Member Cruz stated that taxpayer dollars had been protected and that the CRA had a finance director and had received clean audits from an outside auditor each year she had served on the Board. Board Member Kelley stated that the City had recently updated purchasing card policies due to concerns with routine use of purchasing cards instead of formal procurement. She noted that policies were needed not only for people who were doing things correctly, but to provide a mechanism for how transactions should be handled in the most fiscally responsible manner. Mr. Lawson stated that the City had reduced the number of purchasing cards and reduced monthly purchasing card spending. He explained that stronger policies required purchases to go through the procurement process and centralized ordering, which helped secure pricing and improve oversight. Motion: Vice Chair Turkin moved to approve the Financial Oversight Project Plan. Board Member Kelley seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. H. Discussion and Consideration of the Approval of Revised Purchasing Card Policy - ADDED APRIL 21, 2026 Board Member Cruz stated that she was unable to review the policy as it was added to the agenda today. Motion: Board Member Kelley moved to approve the Revised Purchasing Card Policy. Vice Chair Turkin seconded the motion. In a voice vote, the motion passed 4-1, with Board Member Cruz dissenting. Meeting Minutes Joint CRA Board & City Council Meeting Boynton Beach, FL April 21, 2026 10. Future Agenda Items 11. Adjournment Motion: Vice Chair Turkin moved to Adjourn. Board Member McCray seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 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