Minutes 11-09-04 MINUTES OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING HELD IN COMMISSION CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, BOYNTON
BEACH, FLORIDA ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2004 AT 6:30 P.M.
Present
Jeanne Heavilin, Chairperson Douglas Hutchinson, CRA Director
Henderson Tillman, Vice Chair Lindsey Payne, Board Attorney
James Barretta
Alexander DeMarco
Don Fenton
Marie Horenburger
Absent
Steve Myott
I. Call to Order
Chairperson Heavilin called the meeting to order at 6:28 p.m.
II. Roll Call
The Recording Secretary called the roll and declared a quorum was present.
II1. Agenda Approval
A. Additions, Deletions, Corrections to the Agenda
Mr. Fenton requested to move Item A under New Business, before the Consent
Agenda. Ms. Horenburger requested to move Director's Report after New Business.
B. Adoption of Agenda
Motion
Ms. Horenburger moved to approve the Agenda. Motion seconded by Mr. DeMarco and
unanimously carried.
IX. New Business
A. Consideration and Selection of New Legal Representation for the CRA
Mr. Hutchinson explained that the Board held a Workshop prior to the Regular Meeting
where Board members were allowed the opportunity to interview the two finalists. Staff
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looked to the Board for the selection of a firm to enter into a contract for legal counsel
services.
Chair Heavilin concurred that both firms did a good job on their presentations and seem
very well qualified. Ms. Horenburger commented that she liked the possibility of making
arrangements with regards to the fees as presented by the representative of Lewis,
Longman & Walker and feels that the Board could save money in the fee process this
way.
Chair Heavilin reviewed the RFPs at length and said she is leaning a little more toward
Weiss, Serota, et al. She feels the experience this firm has in CRAs and public sector
legislation was a little bit stronger. The transportation issue the City will be facing is
going to be one of the Board's challenges and feels this firm is a little stronger in that
area. She also stated that the Board would be well served by either organization.
Mr. Tillman agreed with Chair Heavilin that the Board would be well served by either
firm because they both have very strong backgrounds. A firm with multiple expertise is
important because of the tremendous undertakings that the Board has before them,
specifically the Savage Creatures Museum. A firm that has a history with Ocean Ridge
would be an asset. Weiss, Serota, et al does have that experience and since we don't
know Ocean Ridge's outlook on the museum and the waterway rights, that's a major
concern. The attorney has had more direct CRA experience and that is something this
Board needs in terms of the direction in which the CRA has to move.
Mr. Fenton stated his preference was the firm of Lewis, Longman & Walker due to their
eagerness to get the job done and devotion to allot the time necessary to do the job
properly. The qualifications of both firms are superior. He commended the Search
Committee on the selection of the two finalists. He said he felt concern that Mr.
Tillman's question about time allocation was not answered directly by the other attorney
from Weiss, Serota, et al and is still unsure about her answer. When he asked the
same question of the attorney from Lewis, Longman & Walker, he received a much
more definitive, eager answer.
Mr. Demarco agreed with Mr. Fenton regarding the Lewis, Longman & Walker and was
impressed with their presentation. Their location in Palm Beach County is important
because it will reduce the hourly fees that would normally be assessed for travel time.
He felt that their experience in Palm Beach County would enable them to do a better job
for the Boynton Beach CRA.
Ms. Horenburger agreed with Mr. Demamo regarding his Palm Beach County
comments. She said the experience that Lewis, Longman & Walker have working with
the agencies and agency heads in Palm Beach County would be a tremendous asset.
Because this firm has several offices throughout the State, the experience they have
working with the State and Federal agencies in those locations is also a strong point.
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Mr. Hutchinson stated Staff recommends both firms equally. He has spent a lot of time
working with both in preparing them for tonight's meetings, and found that they both
would work well with Staff.
In the event that Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A. did not accept the nomination, the
firm of Weiss, Serota, et al becomes the nominated firm. Mr. Lindsey stated this could
be done at the Board's discretion.
Motion
Mr. Fenton moved to nominate and approve Lewis, Longman & Walker P.A. as General
Counsel for the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency with an immediate
start date. Ms. Horenburger seconded the motion that passed 4-2 with Chair Heavilin
and Vice Chair Henderson dissenting.
Mr. Spillius accepted the appointment. Until such time as a fee structure is proposed
and approved, Mr. Spillius and his firm will bill at the firm's hourly rate. These rates
were included in the firm's RFP response.
Motion
Mr. Tillman moved to authorize Staff to negotiate a fee structure with Lewis, Longman &
Walker, P.A. Ms. Horenburger seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Mr. Hutchinson commended Ms. Payne for the work that she has performed in getting
the CRA where it is today.
Ms. Payne thanked the Board, saying she has enjoyed working with everyone and
would assist with the transition to Lewis, Longman & Walker.
IV. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes of October 12th Meeting
Removed from the Agenda for correction.
B. Financial Report
C. Consideration of Final Budget Transfer 2003/2004
D. Consideration of Appraisal of Development Property
E. Consideration of CRA Holiday Decoration Installation
F. Consideration of Funding of CRA 2004/2005 Events
G. Consideration of Fa(;ade Grant Extension for Colonial Center
Condominium, Inc.
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Motion
Consideration of Employee Health Insurance Plan
Consideration of Executive Director's Employment Contract
Consideration of Assembly and Redevelopment Incentive Grants
Consideration of Property Acquisition Contract in the Heart of Boynton
Phase One Project Area
Ms. Horenburger moved for approval of the Consent Agenda, as amended. Mr. Tillman
seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
A. Approval of Minutes of October 12th Meeting
The following changes were suggested: page 3, 2nd paragraph, Ist sentence should
read Vice Chair Tillman concurred with Mr. Fenton. On page 4, Vote section heading,
Ist sentence, italicized section should read: Chair Heavilin dissenting. Page 12, 1st
paragraph, 2nd sentence should read The residents also agreed that as long as the
applicant eliminated the car wash, they would agree to the variances for the project.
Motion
Ms. Horenburger moved to approve the minutes of October 12, 2004, as amended. Vice
Chair Tillman seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
The Board congratulated Mr. Hutchinson on being hired again. Chair Heavilin thanked
Mr. Hutchinson and Staff for their hard work under very trying cimumstances and
commented that it has also been a good year working with them.
V. Public Audience
None.
VI. Public Hearing
Attorney Payne administered the oath to all persons who would be testifying.
Old Business
A. New Site Plan Approval (Tabled September 14th 2004)
1. PROJECT:
Edward Medical Office (NWSP 04-012)
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AGENT:
Hany Edward
OWNER:
Hany Edward
LOCATION:
3908 North Federal Highway
DESCRIPTION:
Request for new site plan approval for an
11,796 square foot medical office building in
the C-3 zoning district.
Motion
Mr. Tillman moved to remove Edward Medical Office (NWSP 04-012) from the table.
Ms. Horenburger seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Eric Johnson, Planner, stated this project came before the Board in September with an
annexation, rezoning and a new site plan. The Board reviewed all three and approved
the annexation and rezoning. The site plan was tabled for design esthetics including
deficiencies such as a lack of continuity between the 1st and 2nd floors, detail of the
north or the front fa(;ade, the height of the parapet wall and the lack of foundation
landscaping along the rear fa~;ade. The applicant revised the plans, elevations, and
presented to Staff for review. Staff has reviewed the revisions and determined they
comply with code. Mr. Johnson clarified that the site plan now houses 59 parking
spaces instead of 60 but still complies with code. The Staff is recommending approval
of the changes.
Mr. Johnson stated that the first site plan reflected had different building colors and Staff
worked with the applicant to try to reduce the color intensity. The colors are now
Sherwin Williams paints: Champaign (SW6644) and Orange Blast (SW6646). The color
of the cupola would be Ceramic Tile. The Condition of Approval was removed as the
elevations were revised to comply with Staff's recommendations.
Mr. Fenton asked for clarification of the use of the property.
Jose Obeso, architect, stated that the intent of the building would be mainly for
medical offices that house physicians practicing medicine.
Mr. Barretta commented he would have difficulty supporting the project because there
would be no landscaping along the entire south side of the property and rear of the
building. Mr. Barretta assured the Board they would be disappointed with the south
elevation of this building if it would be approved in its current manner. He explained that
they would regret approving this plan because the visual field from Federal Highway
would be a 2¼-story solid wall, 171 feet long, with no buffer. He reminded the Board
that they, and people in the City, are very unhappy with the townhouses that Centex
built on the Lanolta property because of the view from Federal Highway and would not
want the same situation to occur.
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A discussion ensued regarding the lack of landscaping on the rear of the property.
Mr. Obeso argued that because the Zoning Department allows the building to be placed
on the property line, landscaping should not be mandated. If landscaping is the issue,
the zoning code should not allow buildings to be placed on the property line and the
ordinance should be changed. He made provisions to break up the length of the
building in order to provide landscaping in two pockets, as reflected in the site plan
revisions that now provide an attractive visual field. If more landscaping is required,
then the building needs to be totally separated from the property line. He said he has
gone to great lengths to make the rear of the building look beautiful by decorating with
stucco.
Mr. Obeso confirmed he has complied with each of the 40 conditions as requested and
would be willing to enhance the landscaping elsewhere on the property to improve the
street appeal. He had several meetings with the City and followed through on their
suggestions. However, because there are certain restrictions on the width of the lot, the
building had to be pushed to the side in order to make it more functional. He said some
of the things being asked are not feasible. One of the suggestions was to put the
building in the middle of the site. This would not work because the site is not wide
enough.
It was suggested that since there are no mandates that the square footage of the
building be kept as is, Mr. Obeso consider a multi-story building or reducing the amount
of square footage as an alternate resolve to the landscaping issue.
Mr. Obeso argued the building has to be feasible in order to justify construction. He has
exceeded the requirements for green space as required for the site and is not violating
any zoning criteria.
Motion
Barretta, moved to deny this project.
unanimously.
Mr. Tillman seconded the motion that passed
Chair Heavilin advised Mr. Obeso that he is welcome to submit a reconfigured building
site plan for further review.
Hany Edward, property owner, declared his annoyance with this motion saying that
the site plan meets all the codes required by the City.
Chair Heavilin stated that the Board has worked hard to establish a certain criteria for all
building projects and the project still has to be reviewedby the City Commission.
New Business
B. Land Use Plan AmendmentJRezoninq
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1. PROJECT:
Barr Property (LUAR 04-009)
AGENT:
John Barr, Cornerstone Premier Communities
OWNER:
BMVFL-1, Inc.
LOCATION:
1801 NE 4th Street
DESCRIPTION:
Request to amend the Comprehensive Plan
Future Land Use Map from High Density
Residential to Special High Density residential;
and Request to rezone from R-3 Multi-family
Residential to Planned Unit Development
(PUD).
Proposed use: townhouse community of 180
units.
C. New Site Plan
1. PROJECT:
Barr Property (NWSP 04-013)
AGENT:
John Barr, Cornerstone Premier Communities
OWNER:
BMVFL-1, inc.
DESCRIPTION:
Request New Site Plan approval for a 180-unit
townhome development on a 9.88-acre pamel
in a proposed PUD zoning district.
Dick Hudon, Senior Planner, presented the item on behalf of Staff. The property is
approximately 9.88 acres, just under the 10-acre requirement and falls under the Small
Scale Amendment. The City must approve prior to sending to the Department of
Community Affairs for their review and approval. The existing land use is high density
residential which allows a maximum density of 10.8 dwelling units per acre and it is
currently the site of Boynton Mobile Home Park. The request is to rezone the property
to high density residential which has a maximum residential density of 20 units per acre.
The companion zoning to that will be a planned unit development (PUD), in order to
build a townhouse style community of 180 units. The basic expectation is anyone
asking for a land use of the special high density residential category and PUD
regulations will develop to standards that exceed the City's basic development
standards in terms of site design, building architecture, construction materials,
amenities, and landscape design. A detailed master plan or site plan approval is
required at the time the zoning is approved. The site plan will be reviewed under a
separate item.
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The surreunding uses of the property include a single-family residential development to
the north; however, it is designated high density residential and is zoned R-3 which is
multi-family. The area to the south and west of the property is also high density
residential and R-3 zoning. East of the property are the rights to the FEC railroad tracks
and the North Federal Highway right-of-way. There is developed property on the east
side of Federal Highway that is designated local retail commemial and zoning R-3
community commereial except for the Boat Ramp Park.
Staff is recommending approval of the two requests for the following reasons: the
request is consistent with relevant policies in the Comprehensive Plan and the adopted
Federal Highway Corridor Community Redevelopment Plan. The redevelopment of the
preperty is desirable. The proposed rezoning maintains the residential character of the
area and will provide an esthetically pleasing living environment in proximity to the
Downtown. Also, the proposed development meets the standards expected when a
PUD is requested in a high-density residential land use category.
Chair Heavilin suggested the Board hear each of the Barr Property items separately
because of the amount of people waiting to speak during public audience.
Mr. Barretta excused himself frem voting on this project due to a legal contreversy with
the design architect and completed a Form 8B which is on file in the City Clerk's Office.
Ms. Horenburger questioned the backgreund in the proposal. It stated that the
townhouse units would not be fee simple. She was counseled that the question applied
to the comprehensive plan, not the site plan.
Eric Assimi, representative of the Cornerstone Group, stated that his company did
not have anything further to add to the presentation and he was there to answer
questions.
Several residents took the podium and expressed their displeasure with the
redevelopment of the mobile home park. Their concerns are:
· The 80 families currently residing in the community will be displaced with
nowhere else to live, nor the funds to relocate themselves and their families.
· No one has provided any information to them regarding their options.
· All the residents are on a fixed-income.
· If they are forced to relocate, they must continue to pay on the current property.
· They are being discriminated against. The residents are Elderly, Veterans,
Disabled, Black, White, Hispanic, single moms, etc. One resident declared he
would take this issue to the American Civil Liberties Union and any other
organization dealing with discrimination.
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Many residents have invested what little money they had into these properties
because they purchased their homes with the assumption that this would be their
final home.
Some residents rent their home. What options are available to them?
Attorney Payne clarified that the property owner is responsible for meeting the
requirements for relocation programs and would be the responsible party to disseminate
assistance program information to the residents.
Mr. Assimi confirmed that there are Florida Statues that would provide relocation
assistance but, by law, he is not allowed to speak with the residents until such time as
his company is the property owner. This is estimated to be January, 2005. The Florida
Relocation program would work with the developer and every member of the community
to determine what benefits are available and would work with each person to locate
comparable housing.
He explained that Cornerstone Premier Communities also develops multi-family
affordable housing and currently owns over 2,000 homes in the County. They are
prepared to work with the residents to relocate them into one of their homes until such
time as those that qualify can go back into the new development in a purchase capacity.
This is a project that is slated to be a home ownership type development. Additionally,
his company is working with the local CDC as partners in the development of this
property. There are a few ideas that they would propose to the residents.
David Zimet, Executive Director, Boynton Beach Faith-Based CDC, 2191 North
Seacrest Boulevard, took the podium and stated his organization has recently been
speaking with Cornerstone regarding a possible role in getting people of this community
back into the development. They would have to comply with Florida regulations but his
organization would work with them to help them become eligible for SHIP forgivable
loans.
Mr. Zimet translated this information in Spanish and also the information regarding
Florida Statutes that provide for their relocation, provided the property is sold and the
rezoning is approved.
Mr. Hutchinson stated it would be wise for the developer to work with the existing
property owner to address the residents concerns and bring back a plan so that when
the Board meets to make a decision there is a strategy for rollout. He confirmed that
the CDC deals with affordable housing on a regular basis. There is special money
available through several avenues.
Mr. Hutchinson stated he has discussed with the developer the CRAs ability, through
the Direct Incentive Program, to support projects like this if there are affordable housing
elements and public areas. The CRA can assist with direct incentives to reduce the unit
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prices to meet the lowest thresholds. This property is directly adjacent to our Heart of
Boynton project and has a set of rules that expedite the delivery of the incentives.
Mr. Assimi asserted that they went a step further since they own affordable homes,
apartments, and otherwise. They typically take that with counseling and marry the two.
The third option was the SHIP subsidies and creating home ownership. They heard all
of the concerns and he thought what they would do was create something that would
allow all of the parties to sit together and move this forward.
Chair Heavilin asked the residents to attend the meetings with an open mind and reach
a consensus regarding what they and the organizations involved can do to make this
situation work. She commented that redevelopment is not about displacing people; it is
about creating a better community for everyone. The goal is for everyone to be
relocated into equal or better housing.
Motion
Ms. Horenburger moved to table the requested Land Use Plan Amendment/Rezoning of
Barr Property (LUAR 04-009). Mr. Tillman seconded the motion that passed
unanimously.
Motion
Ms. Horenburger moved to table the request for the New Site Plan approval of Barr
Property (NWSP 04-013). The motion was dually seconded and passed unanimously.
Motion
Mr. Tillman moved to create a date certain for the Land Use Plan Amendment/Rezoning
(LUAR 04-009) and New Site Plan Approval of Barr Property (NWSP 04-013) until the
regular meeting of the Community Redevelopment Agency scheduled on January 11,
2005. Mr. Fenton seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Motion
Ms. Horenburger moved to open Item A under New Business, Edward Medical Office
(NWSP 04-012) in order to hear discussion to table this project. The motion died for
lack of a second.
Motion
Ms. Horenburger moved to hear Item C, New Business before Item B, New Business in
order to allow the presenters to leave. Mr. Fenton seconded the motion that passed
unanimously.
Ms. Horenburger also commented that it would be a good idea for Staff to move the
agenda items around in order to let people who would be making presentations be
heard first.
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VIII. Old Business
None.
IX. New Business
C. Consideration of Selection of Underwriter for Bonds
Julie Turner, CRAs Financial Advisor, stated her firm performed an RFP for an
underwriter for the CRA's bond needs. Proposals were received from 5 firms, all of
which were very well qualified. She commented the Board should be proud that there
was so much interest in the RFP. Bank of America demonstrated the most qualified
proposal, having more tax increment revenue experience than any of the other
respondents. They have a large number of offices throughout the State that should help
the CRA get the lowest cost on its bonds. It is her recommendation that the Board
move forward with Bank of America as their underwriter.
Ms. Turner clarified that a co-manager is not necessary because the CRA has a
relatively small account. There needs to be enough bonds for one firm to sell and
based on the CRAs account size of $20 million, it is her recommendation that Bank of
America would be able to handle it quickly.
Mr. Fenton did not agree with Ms. Turner's recommendation citing negative experiences
that the Board has had with Bank of America such as a loan that the Board has with
them on which the Bank of America was refusing to negotiate refinancing. Mr. Fenton
clarified that the Board had been given insufficient information relative to the ability to
refinance, prepay, etc.
His preferences were First Southwest Company and Raymond James & Associates.
Although Raymond James is a direct competitor of his, he feels that the large number of
offices they occupy in Palm Beach County is an asset for the CRA. Also, being a
Florida based company would be an asset. He pointed out that First Southwest
Company's information looked very admirable in the way they conduct business and he
would vote for either one of these firms.
Mr. Tillman asked for Ms. Turner's reasons behind her recommendation. She stated
that she favors them primarily because of the experience and qualifications of the
professionals that would be working with the CRA. She works with these individuals on
a daily basis and she can guarantee that they will provide everything they have to make
sure that this financing is successful.
In speaking with the Bank regarding the existing loan, she learned that the loan was
based on taxable interest rates at the time it was entered into. The loan's rate looks
very high now because interest rates are so Iow. This would be a good thing at the time
the CRA takes out its new financing. However, if the bank were to break the existing
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loan or to negotiate, it would be taking a loss. She cautioned the Board to recognize
that the Bank is a business and is in business to make money - it has a duty to its
shareholders to do so. The loan was entered into by way of contract. It was too late to
say now that the CRA really didn't like that, because the CRA agreed to a provision that
stated the CRA could not refinance.
Chair Heavilin asked Julie to expound on the ideas that Bank of America stated that
they might be able to do regarding fees or to restructure the existing bank loan. Ms.
Turner stated that they ran several scenarios based on that. Currently, at best, it's a
break even. The pre-payment penalty has been reduced by about $100,000 because
interest rates have risen but then, on the other hand, interest rates have risen so a little
is lost on that if it were refinanced. Right now it's a break even for both parties.
Ms. Turner commented that First Southwest called her and asked to withdraw their
proposal because they had submitted the proposal with an error in their numbers. At
the time of the request, they emailed the new numbers to her, requested their proposal
not be withdrawn if the new numbers could be included. Because she was not
recommending them, she did not move forward with any changes.
Ms. Turner reminded the Board that they would want someone who has the local retail
presence who can sell your bonds to retail investors and get you the lowest interest
rate, which you already know. Also, the experience that Bank of America demonstrated
on their specific type of financing that the CRA would be doing stood out more than the
other respondents, in her mind. They have done 61 financings totaling over $1.3 billion
in the time period that she requested. She didn't think anyone else broke out the tax
increment financings at that level.
Motion
Vice Chair Tillman moved to accept Ms. Turner's recommendation to select Bank of
America as the underwriter for the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment
Agency's bonds. Mr. Barretta seconded the motion that passed 6-1 with Mr. Fenton
dissenting.
B. Consideration of CRA Amended 2004/2005 Budget.
Mr. Hutchinson reminded the Board that the budget created at the budget workshop
was, by statutory regulations, a temporary budget covered only by cash revenues.
Because the bond and several other programs will be moving forward in December,
Staff is asking for a budget amendment that includes bond revenues and a reduction in
a possible office building purchase from $300,000 to $150,000. The remaining
$150,000 would be held in Professional Services.
Motion
Ms. Horenburger moved for approval of the budget. Mr. Tillman seconded the motion
that passed unanimously.
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Ms. Payne read the resolution that amended the budget. The title is Resolution #04-03,
a Resolution of the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency.
Motion
Ms. Horenburger moved to approve the budget amendment of Resolution #04-03. Mr.
Tillman seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Chair Heavilin apologized to everyone that she had not introduced Commissioner
Ensler, who was in attendance at the meeting.
VII. Director's Report
Mr. Hutchinson asked for clearer direction on the search for larger office space options
for Staff. He discussed 3 potential properties - the Schnars building, the site next to
Captain Frank's Seafood on Boynton Beach Boulevard, and Community Plaza. All
three properties are available for lease or lease/purchase. He explained that before he
can proceed to the next step with any one of these locations, he would need to know if
the Board wants to purchase or be part of a multi-tenant option.
A discussion ensued and Mr. Hutchinson was tasked with bringing back options on the
Schnars building.
Ed Breese, Principal Planner, provided an update on the colors in Corridors. Staff has
held a couple of meetings on how to best proceed with paint colors on the major
thoroughfares. The City Attorney will be meeting with Staff to review his research. Staff
will present this information to the CRA and the Planning and Development Board.
Once those Boards provide their approvals, it will be sent to the City Commission for
adoption.
Staff is also considering options to deal with properties that wish to change their paint
scheme after approvals have been provided. Currently, they are only required to go
through an administrative review. He clarified that Commissioner Ensler was approving
site plans with the caveat that should they decide to change their color, they would need
to go back before the Commission for color scheme approvals. All have agreed so far.
Xl. Board Member Comments
None.
X. Commission Action
None.
XlI. Legal
None.
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XlII. Other Items
None.
XlV. Future Agenda Items
Consideration of Interlocal Agreement with the City of Boynton Beach for
the Boynton Beach Boulevard Extension Promenade and Riverwaik
(December)
Consideration of Interlocal Agreement for the MLK Phase I Project
(December)
C. Consideration of amendment to CRA Procurement Policy (December)
Consideration of Modification to the Direct Incentive Program to include
Arts Commission Elements for Incentive Scoring (December)
E. Consideration of Options for CRA Office Space (December)
Special Meeting on December 6, 2004 to Formally Adopt the Bond
Documents.
Mr. Hutchinson stated that this item is date certain and requires a quorum. The City
Commission, the next night, will pass needed paperwork they need so that the bonds
can be issued. He hoped the bonds could be issued before the interest rates started to
fluctuate.
G. Consideration of CRA Retreat (January)
Consideration of Arches Project Site Plan and Incentive Amendment
(TBD)
Chair Heavilin reminded the Board that the CRA Annual Dinner would be held Friday,
November 12th. There will be a guest speaker and a slide presentation of before and
after pictures on projects the Board members have not yet seen.
Staff is holding a Saturday workshop on November 13th to get the community engaged
in the trolley system. The purpose of the workshop is to work out exactly where the
trolley would stop (i.e. front of the block, mid block, etc.) It would also address
advertisers and solicit people's ideas for a smooth rollout of this program. The meeting
will be held at the Library from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The Board is not expected to
attend.
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XV. Adjournment
There being no further business, the meeting properly adjourned at 8:57 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Deanna W. Ewing
Recording Secretary
(111604)
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