Minutes 07-14-15 MINUTES OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD MEETING
HELD ON JULY 14, 2015, AT 6:30 P.M., IN CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS
CITY HALL,100 E. BOYNTON BEACH BOULEVARD, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA
Present:
Jerry Taylor, Chair Vivian Brooks, Executive Director
Joseph Casello, Vice Chair Tara Duhy, Board Counsel
James "Buck" Buchanan
Michael Fitzpatrick
Woodrow Hay
Mack McCray
David Merker
t. Call to Order
Chair Taylor called the meeting to order at 631 p.m.
I. Invocation and Pledge to the Flag
The invocation was given by Mr. Hay who also led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
li. Roll Call
Roll call revealed a quorum was present.
IV. Legal: None
V. Agenda Approval:
A. Additions, Deletions, Corrections to the Agenda
Chair Taylor requested postponing New Business Item C, the Westbrook on Ocean
Breeze East item. Representatives were present from the Housing Trust Group and the
members were just handed another proposal from Centennial Management which they
had not reviewed. He requested rather than having them sit through the agenda, they
postpone the item until the August meeting.
Motion
Mr. McCray so moved. Vice Chair Casello seconded the motion which unanimously
passed.
B. Adoption of Agenda
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Motion
Mr. McCray moved to approve the agenda as amended. Mr. Hay seconded the motion
that unanimously passed.
VI. 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 Items
Mr. Hay advised they enjoyed the 4 th of July celebration. They had an outstanding
crowd and good activities for kids. He noted there was only one negative incident which
involved a teenager.
Mr. Fitzpatrick had no disclosures.
Vice Chair Casello had no conflicts or disclosures
Chair Taylor disclosed he met with Attorney Michael Weiner about the Ocean Breeze
East project and he called him on the phone. He attended the groundbreaking of the
500 Ocean project and cannot wait for it to come to fruition. Chair Taylor dined at a new
restaurant, Don Che Bistro, in Casa Costa, offering Argentinian Italian food and it was
excellent. He encouraged all to visit the former site of Margie's restaurant and pointed
out there was access from the garage through the building to the restaurant. The owner,
Joanne Calomarde was present and was welcomed to the City. She advised they offer
free valet parking.
Mr. Merker welcomed Ms. Calomarde and was happy with the 500 Ocean project
groundbreaking. He thought the South Carolina Church shooting incident created fear
and skepticism and questioned if people were safe in neighborhoods, schools and
churches. He attended a Safety Symposium given by the clergy and two Police Officers
regarding safety and security. He thought trust among one another was a key element
in running a City and residents need to feel comfortable with public safety and elected
officials. He wants to be invited into residential homes to answer questions and
research concerns. He thought the City should set up meetings in each district
throughout the year so the citizens are comfortable with the Board. The Symposium
touched the attendees and he was glad he attended.
Mr. McCray also attended the Symposium. He attended the 4 th of July celebration and
was disappointed he did not see CRA staff at the event.
Mr. Buchanan had no disclosures and was happy with the ground - breaking ceremony of
500 Ocean and the grand opening of Don Che.
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B. Informational Announcements
VII. Announcements & Awards:
A. Project Seahorse
Tracy Smith - Coffey, Marketing and Business Development Specialist, was excited
about Project Seahorse involving the Recreation and Parks Department, the City, CRA,
and the County. They will take 42 youth from the City's Camp program on a dive
excursion on July 28 to see the reefs.
(Mr. McCray left the dais at 6:40 p.m.)
They were working with Florida Free Divers and are teaching youth how to swim and
snorkel with mask and fins. If the youth are not strong enough to swim in the ocean,
they can go to the beach where lifeguards and Florida Free Divers will snorkel with
them.
(Mr. McCray returned to the dais at 6:41 p.m.)
After all the parties met, they decided to take all the kids on the dive boats. This is a
unique program done in Riviera Beach. A representative from Project Seahorse
approached Ms. Smith -Coffey and she referred him to the Recreation and Parks
Department. After the dive on July 28 they will return to the Boynton Harbor Marina
for a celebration. Parents are invited to see actual footage of the kids swimming at the
reef and the youth can keep the equipment. It was a good opportunity for the Marina to
show the community it is a family - friendly Marina. The dive boats participating in the
program are local and include Loggerhead and Splash Down dive charters. She hoped
there would be many more snorkeling experiences.
Vice Chair Casello asked if there was enough supervision and learned there would be.
Not all the youth would be on the dive boat at the same time and it was a very
organized event.
VIII. Consent Agenda:
A. Approval of Minutes — CRA Board Meeting, June 9, 2015
B. Approval of Period Ended June 30, 2015 Financial Report
C. Monthly Purchase Orders
D.. Approval of Commercial Fagade Grant to Don Che Bistro, LLC — Casa Costa,
400 N. Federal Highway, Unit #7
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IX. Pulled Consent Agenda Items:
None.
X. Information Only:
A. Public Comment Log
There were no comments on this item.
B. Marketing and Business Development Campaign
There were no comments on this item
XI. Public Comments: (Note: comments are limited to 3 minutes in duration)
Chair Taylor opened the floor to public comments
Nadia Stewart, teacher at Rolling Green Elementary School and member of Boynton
Reads, invited the CRA to partner with Boynton Reads. She explained Boynton Reads
is an up and coming organization in operation since 2012 to bring literacy awareness to
the community because many schools have students reading below proficiency levels.
This program has events to educate parents how to help their kids be better readers.
They have organized three book drives for Galaxy, Rolling Green and Forest Hills
Elementary Schools.
A "Falling in Love with Reading" event would be held October 3 rd at the amphitheater to
introduce the program and its goals. She had a letter for the members she left with the
Clerk. Mr. Buchanan learned the event was coordinated with the Literacy Coalition,
Children's Service Council, Barnes and Noble, and the Boynton Beach Library and Fire
Department who all partner with them. They were requesting more support from the
City. The program is on an elementary school level, but would expand. Many parents
do not have resources or speak English and this program would assist students that are
five to 12 years old. Mr. Merker thought it was unfortunate they do not learn about
history or what the country stands for and she advised she teaches reading and social
studies.
Mr. McCray suggested a good place to start would be to distribute flyers at local
churches and he referred her to Kimberly Bush who handles Pathways to Prosperity at
St. John Missionary Baptist Church, and at civic centers. He was also glad to hear she
will apply for a special event permit and did not wait to the last minute. Ms. Stewart
explained they wanted the Board and all the stakeholders to be aware of the program
and then advance to the next level. Mr. Hay suggested contacting Reverend Richard
Dames at the Coalition of Clergy. Ms. Stewart hoped to see all on October 3.
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No one else coming forward, Mayor Taylor closed the public comments.
X1 1. Public Hearing: None
XIII. Old Business:
A. Discussion on the Status of Purchase and Development Agreement
between the CRA and Gardner Capital Development
Vivian Brooks, Executive Director, wanted to inform the Board that Gardner Capital
could not perfect their contract with the landowner, Mr. Finkelstein, for the tax credit
application. The CRA notified him he was in default in June and they have not heard
back and staff was working with the City to take the property through City- initiated land
use and zoning changes in case someone wanted to submit a proposal.
Vice Chair Casello inquired what zoning changes were needed. Ms. Brooks responded
they were implementing the HOB plan update which would allow 20 dwelling units per
acre. He questioned if this should this be in place before they start marketing the
property. Ms. Brooks explained in order to do that, there had to be a City Code
amendment, which would be reviewed through the Planning and Development Board
and then the CRA Board. Ms. Brooks advised the changes were in process. Vice Chair
Casello also asked if Mr. Finkelstein was holding up development as he owns several
properties and learned Mr. Finkelstein wanted to know what his property was worth.
Ms. Brooks responded it was not in line with its actual value.
Mr. McCray agreed and thought all should be in place before marketing the property
and commented that was why nothing was happening. They had to ensure it is
marketable land. He asked about the time frame to accomplish the task and
acknowledged Mr. Finkelstein's properties. He commented sometimes they have to
negotiate problems out of the way.
Mr. Fitzpatrick inquired if Mr. Finkelstein purchased the property while serving as CRA
Chairman and learned he acquired the properties immediately after he resigned.
B. Discussion of the Status of Purchase and Development Agreements
between Ocean Ridge Hospitality Group and the CRA for the Properties
Located at 211 & 480 E. Ocean Avenue
Ms. Brooks advised the contract Mr. Campanile had on both properties gives 90 days
no risk on his deposit, which would have allowed him to get another investor. He had
asked for four to six weeks and would have received the time if he put down a deposit.
He did not do so or indicate he would which was a concern. Ms. Brooks also received a
call from an attorney representing a prior investor of Mr. Campanile's and indicated that
the investor had pulled out of the relationship in May, prior to the approval of the
contract by the Board. This was not disclosed and Ms. Brooks could not verify this.
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Based on that, there are two options. In order to have a contract, there must be a
consideration even if it is ten dollars. She thought the best approach was to default Mr.
Campanile and move forward with searching for a new group or developer /
restaurateur with a proven track record and funding for the project. While Mr. Campanile
is very enthusiastic, he did not have his financing in order. Ms. Brooks spoke with him
last week and invited him to the meeting, but he advised he could not attend due to a
prior family commitment. Had he given a deposit, he would not have been in default.
Chair Taylor commented when the groundbreaking for 500 Ocean occurred, a realtor
from West Palm Beach advised there were several investors that would love to be
involved in Boynton Beach and she would too. He introduced her to Ms. Brooks. He
asked if Ms. Brooks could contact Mr. Campanile. He may want to contact the realtor to
learn who the investors are. They may want to finance his project. Ms. Brooks advised
the realtor indicated she would contact her.
Vice Chair Caselio was disappointed and thought they all shared the blame. The broker
brought an unqualified buyer to the table and a check of their finances was not done. He
thought it was imperative to have financially qualified projects coming before the Board.
They cannot stumble on these projects anymore and it was not good for the Board's
image.
Mr. Merker pointed out Mr. Campanile was not recommended by the CRA staff. He
questioned whether they gave Mr. Prakas a fair shot. The Board got excited about the
projects and they never asked Mr. Prakas for a recommendation. He encouraged the
Board to learn from this situation and they can do this by speaking with the CRA
Director. Mr. Prakas still had interested parties. He commented Mr. Campanile was out.
He appeared before the Board indicating he had the money for the project and did not.
Mr. Buchanan agreed. If they terminate the agreement and Mr. Campanile comes up
with a backer by the time more presentations are made, he can reapply.
Motion
Mr. Buchanan moved to terminate the purchase agreement with Ocean Ridge
Hospitality Group. Mr. Merker seconded the motion.
Mr. McCray explained when an owner indicates they have investment brokers; they
have to recognize they are using other peoples' money. A prior presenter had raised
this issue and indicated it will come back and haunt the Board because they did not
have all the information. There were six items needed and the information was provided
after the meeting. He was not in favor of using Mr. Prakas because other individuals
were interested that did not use Mr. Prakas.
Mr. Hay pointed out they were putting all their eggs in one basket. He was against the
211 and 480 projects being operated by the same owner. If they had done that, they
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may still have had one viable business. He cautioned the Board to conduct its due
diligence.
Mr. Fitzpatrick was in favor of Mr. Campanile, but it did not work out. He did not mind if
211 was sold, but he preferred to lease the Little House because Boynton was in
transition and they did not know how the downtown would turn out. With the train
station being approved and having the TOD, the land will in the midst of development,
and in the future, there may be a more important use for the land. The project may
address the current needs of the City, but in the future, it may change and leasing the
property would give flexibility to a future Commission.
The motion unanimously passed.
C. Consideration of the Renewal of the Exclusive Listing Agreements with the
Brokerage Firm of Prakas & Co. for CRA Owned Properties Located at
211 and 480 E. Ocean Avenue.
Ms. Brooks explained she was working with Mr. Prakas who has interested parties with
deep pockets. Even though they are offering some funding to bring the 211 property up
to Code, it will need more to make it happen. Mr. Prakas' specialty is in the field of an
active restaurant bar use to attract people to Ocean Avenue for an active use. He has
experience in this field, CRA staff does not have. She recommended continuing his
services for another six months. Staff added additional criteria to the listing agreement
to add a credit report, two years tax returns and an audited financial statement for
corporations as a requirement. This would mean before they come to the Board, the
Board will review if whether they have the financial ability to complete the project.
Mr. McCray was not in favor of this and thought what Ms. Brooks was now requiring
should have been in place before they retained Mr. Prakas. When things come up, she
guides the Board down a path, and when it does not work out, she uses a different
route. As an Executive Director, he looks for clear cut direction and he does not receive
it. He was not in favor of extending Mr. Prakas' services.
Chair Taylor asked if the listing expired. Ms. Brooks responded it had in July. He asked
even after his contract expired, if someone was selected to operate either establishment
on Ocean Avenue, if he would still receive a commission. Ms. Brooks responded that
provision ended July 10 th.
Mr. Buchanan thought the Board needed to continue to try to develop Ocean Avenue as
fast as possible and Mr. Prakas was the proper person to do so. He would like to
approve the renewal for six months. He thought using his services was the most
expedient way to develop Ocean Avenue. The extension could be shorter if desired.
Mr. Merker agreed and was aware Mr. Prakas was known in the industry. He wanted to
give Mr. Prakas the benefit of the doubt. The added conditions made proposals more
stringent.
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Mr. Hay agreed with Messrs. Merker and Buchanan. Mr. Prakas has the expertise and
they should see who he brings to table.
Mr. Fitzpatrick agreed and favored a six -month extension.
Vice Chair Casello thought Mr. Prakas failed miserably as a broker. It was incumbent
on him to bring qualified people forward and he did not do so. There was no due
diligence, they were unqualified and they were all guilty of creating this situation. He
questioned where investors with deep pockets were months ago. He did not want to
extend the contract.
Chair Taylor thought if a contract was approved, it should be limited to three months
and not six.
Chris Montague, 222 W. Ocean Avenue, music store owner, commented these
buildings were different because there is an investment and business aspect, a
historical aspect and community aspect. The Board shut down all the leasing or
rezoning options by rezoning the building as commercial. If purchased with taxpayer
financing and sold, they would want the highest return. He noted a rezoning could cost
$20,000 to $30,000 and the CRA offered a $200,000 build -out incentive. He suggested,
if selling the building, it be rezoned commercial first and then sold for more because
commercial is more expensive than residential. They would get a better return on
taxpayer money.
Mr. Montague commented there were many proposals made to modify the building. Not
many people would visit high -rise condos, but they would visit historical buildings. The
pamphlet from the CRA that came in the mail had photographs of the old buildings and
he agreed with Mr. Fitzpatrick, they may want to continue to own the buildings, because
if sold, the history is jeopardized. He suggested they should lease it and maintain
control of the property. He hoped the Board would mull over the decision and do the
best for the residents who live in the City. He favored leasing the building and agreed
the two buildings were important. He was still interested in leasing the building.
Mr. Merker pointed out Ms. Brooks did not recommend Mr. Campanile. It was the
Board's decision to move forward with him. He also noted Mr. Kaplan and Mr. Mayo,
two of the previous proposers, were still interested. He thought it was foolish to shut the
door on potential projects that could still occur. He recommended a six -month
extension of Mr. Prakas' contract.
Mr. Montague commented the building was not on LoopNet and was barely listed on Mr.
Prakas' site. It was listed for lease. If selling the building, the Board should use a local
realtor and let the profits stay in Boynton Beach. If it is advertised, they will find a buyer.
Tom Prakas, Prakas & Co. Brokers, 715 Fox Point Circle, Delray Beach,
appreciated Mr. Montaque and the Board's comments. He stated they were very
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professional all the way through the process. The property was listed on LoopNet and
on Biz by Sell for sale and for lease as the sign says.
Mr. Prakas commented he brought a few qualified people to the table and agreed he
maybe should have been more vocal about who he would favor and vet the clients. He
thought he did, but in the process everyone liked Mr. Campanile's product. He had
spoken with the Board and advised Mr. Campanile would not close. He wanted to be
politically -correct and he let it go. He could not be present at the last meeting and sent
his son in his place. Mr. Kaplan could not be present because he was in Philadelphia.
He pointed out Mr. Kaplan has a net worth of $10 million, and he still wants both
properties. Mr. Prakas has another group he brought forward verbally to the CRA who is
out of Delray Beach, that is very qualified. They own Johnny Browns and are interested
in both properties.
As to Mr. Montague and his guitar shop, Mr. Montaque came to the office and was
pleasant. ' Mr. Prakas was told the CRA did not want a retail shop. He asserted he
brought everything to the Board in a professional manner. They were in constant
communication and followed the rules to the tee how they were supposed to vet clients
and bring them to the Board. He explained this is a different process than what they
normally do. The Board can retain anyone they want, but there was no one else with
experience that handles all facets of the restaurant industry. He asserted they have
drummed up more interest in those two properties than anyone else could. He would
go shorter than six months to prove they can get the job done and this time he would be
more vocal who he presents to the Board.
Vice Chair Casello commented that was Mr. Prakas job. Mr. Prakas responded he let it
be known Mr. Campanile would not close. Ms. Brooks also pointed out she spoke to
each member, and they should not choose a presenter based on concept or select a
small end user for both properties because the likelihood of failure for small businesses
are high. Mr. Hay had agreed at the time. Ms. Brooks explained she was surprised Mr.
Campanile did not ask for just the 480 location, but it proved the fact he was unable to
handle the project. The recommendation in the March packet was a spreadsheet with all
the information.
Mr. McCray recalled when Mr. Prakas was being considered as broker for the property,
Mr. Merker had asked where he was and the Board moved forward anyway.
Motion
Mr. Buchanan moved to approve renewal of the executive listing agreement with the
brokerage firm of Prakas & Co. for the two properties at 480 and 211 E. Ocean for a
period of four months. Mr. Hay seconded the motion that passed 5 -2 (Vice Chair
Casello and Mr. McCray dissenting.)
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XIV. New Business:
A. Consideration of Selecting a Commercial Broker to Serve as the CRA
Broker
Ms. Brooks explained this item was for a general commercial broker which Vice Chair
Casello suggested at the strategic planning session. She explained it is common for
property owners to increase the selling price of their property if the CRA is interested in
it. A broker could also help sell properties they have. Currently, she and Mr. Simon
handle marketing the property, but it is labor intensive and then they still have to handle
the relocation assistance. She did not want to add another staff person to handle this
task and agreed starting negotiations with someone other than a CRA member may be
helpful. Based on what was asked of her at the Strategic Planning Sessions, she
researched brokers that only handle commercial properties that have experience with
CRAs. Paul Snitkin was present from Anderson and Carr, and Federico Roshwerger,
who was represented by his broker at the meeting, from Keyes Commercial. Mr. Simon
and Ms. Brooks knew them from working in the industry and they know the type of work
the CRA does. Both are equally qualified and their rate structure was provided.
Mr. McCray commented on CRA staff being overworked and needing a staff person,
and noted Ms. Brooks is a planner and he was unsure of Mr. Simon's expertise. He
thought if there were qualified people at the helm of the CRA, the Board would not be in
the predicament they are in.
Mr. Buchanan was in favor of a commercial broker handling CRA properties. He noted
they would make a decision based on staff input, but once a decision is made, they will
not have an unknown broker working for them, and it will be a broker of record. He
suggested staff select the broker without saying who is hired.
Mr. Merker inquired if they had to designate one broker or if both could do the work.
Ms. Brooks responded they could rotate the work, but it would not provide a lot of work.
Vice Chair Casello asked where the brokers were located and learned Keyes
Commercial brokers were in Boca Raton, and Anderson and Carr was from West Palm
Beach. She researched Boynton Beach brokers through the Commercial Brokers
Association and contacted who she could find in Boynton Beach. The one most
qualified said he does not work in Boynton, rather he lives in Boynton. Vice Chair
Casello offered to provide her a list of commercial brokers in Boynton Beach. Ms.
Brooks inquired if they had experience with CRAs. Mr. Merker thought it worked
differently and pointed out the commercial brokers in question are experienced.
David Katz inquired if the concept was the broker would be a front for the CRA to buy
the property. Mr. Katz noted the seller will pay a commission and Ms. Brooks advised
the CRA will also pay straight commission because they will purchase properties that
were not for sale. She also commented if they have to conduct research such as
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providing information on what rents are in a certain area, they would be paid an hourly
rate for market research.
Vice Chair Casello was aware of commercial brokers in Boynton Beach and preferred to
give the business to a Boynton Beach realtor.
Mr. Buchanan inquired if Ms. Brooks found any brokers in Boynton Beach who are
strictly commercial and Ms. Brooks responded she had not found any with listings or
websites.
Bill Richardson, Managing Broker for Keyes in the Boca Raton office, pointed out
Federico Roshwerger was his associate and a consummate professional. They have an
office in Boynton Beach and have 37 offices on the east coast of Florida. He advised
Mr. Roshwerger was at an international commercial symposium. He was his top agent
and a top. commercial broker in the company. They are the largest independent real
estate company in Florida. While they are local, they are also global. To show how
much they would appreciate the business, Mike Pappas, the Company CEO was
present. They appreciate the Board's consideration of Mr. Roshwerger and it was Mr.
Richardson's experience he is the best commercial broker that one can get in the
business.
Mr. McCray queried if they have a Boynton address, why they used the Boca address.
Mr. Richardson responded Federico works mostly in the Boca office and any office is
available to any associate. The Boynton address is 10921 Jog Road and they have 150
agents working from that location.
Mike Pappas, 13205 Old Cutler Road, Miami, felt honored to present. He advised they
have 2,500 agents and they sell $3.5 billion in South Florida and half a billion dollars in
commercial real estate. Mr. Roshwerger is in the top three or four of their commercial
agents. They have a commercial real estate office in West Palm Beach. The Boynton
office sells $200 million a year in real estate and is their top and largest office. They are
company owned and operated. The benefit is the CRA would obtain a local agent with
a global /regional strength. They also belong to Leading Real Estate Companies of the
World. They are shareholders and they sold $300 billion dollars.
Paul Snitkin, Anderson and Carr, West Palm Beach, advised they have offices all
over the State. He is a West Palm Beach resident, and the President of the company.
He moved to Florida and lived in Golf View Harbour for seven years. He has been with
the company for 30 years. Ninety -eight percent of their business is commercial real
estate and assembled parcels. They are very familiar with the Boynton Beach market
and have worked with CRAs. He worked with the Delray Beach CRA and was
responsible for acquiring 168 properties. They acquired about 30% of them and went
door to door and got the job done. They worked for the City of Lake Worth on the
original Casino project. They were responsible for all the leasing and they leased the
entire property in 60 days. They do a lot of work for the West Palm Beach Downtown
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Development Authority. They were responsible for most of the large assemblages and
closed on approximately $50 million in real estate. He looked forward to working with
Boynton Beach. He was the past president of Commercial Alliance of Palm Beach
County Real Estate last year and was Dealmaker of the Year for 10 years in a row for
Palm Beach County. He was also the 2012 National Commercial Broker of the Year.
Palm Beach County is a great destination and a vacation destination and he welcomed
the opportunity to enhance it and elevate it to be similar to Delray Beach and West Palm
Beach. In order to do so, they have to have a commercial base for resident to survive.
He would be happy to play a part in the venture.
Bob Banting, Anderson and Carr President, advised he has been with Anderson and
Carr for 40 years and they are dedicated to providing professional service and giving
back to the local community. He was excited about putting the pieces of the puzzle
together and working to promote growth on Ocean Avenue. They were the firm that
suggested Rodney Mayo, a restaurateur with a proven record of starting new
restaurants in up and coming areas to spur and act as a catalyst for revitalization. Over
the last few years, Mr. Banting assisted in assembling a large holding in downtown
Boynton Beach that is in the central core. He was hands on and knows the property and
area. He is personally heavily invested in the south part of the County and was
confident he could be a benefit to the City. They have also worked with the Delray
Beach CRA and know what it takes to assemble and sell properties. He appreciated the
opportunity to work with the Boynton Beach CRA.
Mr. McCray commented in 2007, the CRA used Mr. Roshwerger to purchase the
Shaffer and Jones properties and asked what they paid. Ms. Brooks agreed to research
the amount and send him the information.
Mr. Merker thought both Messrs. Snitkin and Roshwerger were qualified and
professional and this was a good step forward.
Motion
Mr. Buchanan agreed and based on their experience locally and big projects with Mr.
Green in West Palm Beach, he favored Mr. Snitkin.
Mr. Merker wanted to postpone the vote to research the candidates further.
Mr. Hay seconded Mr. Buchanan's selection. The motion passed 5 -2 (Messrs. Merker
and McCray dissenting.) Mr. Merker went on record he was not opposed to either
candidate, only to the short time to make a decision.
B. Consideration of a Purchase Agreement between the CRA and White
Rose Homes LLC for a Portion of 133 NW 10 Avenue
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Ms. Brooks explained this was part of the Model Block Program. Staff had purchased
most of the land up to the parcel and they wanted to purchase the land to create a right -
of -way. A map was provided and she explained they were only taking a 10 foot right -of-
way to create s streetscape. Mr. White agreed to the purchase price of $9,900 to allow
them to move back the fence, mailbox and his landscaping. He was in agreement with
terms.
(Mr. Merker left the dais at 7:52 p.m.)
Motion
Mr. Hay so moved. Mr. McCray seconded the motion that passed 6 -0, Mr. Merker not
present for the vote.
C. Consideration of Letter of Intent from Westbrook Housing Development,
LLC for Ocean Breeze East Site
This item was previously addressed.
XV. Executive Director's Report:
(Mr. Merker returned to the dais at 7:53 p.m.)
A. New Businesses in CRA District
Ms. Brooks reviewed there were four new businesses in the CRA district: Beyoutiful
Boutique, Le Petit Pain, Seacrest Recovery Center LLC and Souvlaki Fast. The later
opened in Las Ventanas and was a chain. She encouraged all to go frequent them.
XVI. Future Agenda Items: None
XVII. Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the Board, Chair Taylor properly
adjourned the meeting at 7:52 p.m.
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