Agenda 05-10-16CRAAdvisory BoardMeeting
Thursday, May 5, 2016@ 6:00 pm
in Chambers at City Hall – 100 E. Boynton Beach Blvd.
Boynton Beach, FL 33435
561-737-3256
ADVISORY BOARD
AGENDA
I.Call to Order
II.Roll Call
III.Agenda Approval:
A.
Additions, Deletions, Corrections to the Agenda
B.
Adoption of Agenda
IV. Consent:
A.
Approval of Advisory Board Minutes 4/7/16
B.
Approval of Commercial Interior Build-Out Grant to Bailey’s Bowls, LLC d/b/a
Bailey’s Blends in an amount not to exceed $25,000
C.
Approval of Commercial Rent Reimbursement Grant to Bailey’s Bowls, LLC d/b/a
Bailey’s Blends in the amount $8,150
D.
Approval of Commercial Construction Permit Grant to Bailey’s Bowls, LLC d/b/a
Bailey’s Blends in an amount not to exceed $1,500
E.
Approval of Commercial Façade Grant to 206 Boynton, LLC (400 E. Boynton Beach
Blvd.) in the amount of $15,000
F.
Approval of Commercial Façade Grant to 206 Boynton, LLC (206-226 NE 3rd Street)
in the amount of $25,000
G.
Approval of Commercial Construction Permit Grant to Boos Seacrest, LLC in the
amount of $18,480
V. Information Only:
A.
Financial Report for Period Ended April 3, 2016
B.
Music on the Rocks
C.
Movies in the Park
D.
Public Comment Log
E.
Marketing and Business Development Campaign
F.
Consideration of Dates for Budget Workshop – FY 2016-2017
VI.Old Business:
A.
Clarification of the CRA Advisory Board’s Scope of Duties
B.
Consideration of Allowing the Executive Director to Sign on Behalf of the CRA the
Site Plan and Rezoning Application for the Ocean One Project at 222 N. Federal
Highway
C.
Consideration of Commercial Interior Build-Out Grant to Boos Seacrest, LLC a/k/a
Family Dollar in the amount of $25,000
D.
Consideration of Commercial Façade Grant to Boos Seacrest, LLC a/k/a Family
Dollar in the amount of $25,000
E.
Copy ofPresentation by Related Urban Development Group (RUDG, Inc.) on the
Proposed Ocean Breeze East Project
VII.New Business:
A.
Overview of CRA Capital Projects and Private Sector Development Projects –past
and present
B.
Consideration of Approval of System Audit Reports and Payment Release to Hart
Seabourn Cove, LLC for the properties known as Seabourn Cove – Phase I & Phase
II
C.
Consideration of Approval of Purchase Agreement between Amerigas and the CRA
for 711 N. Federal Highway in the Amount of $625,000
D.
Consideration of Budget Amendment #1, Resolution No. R16-01, for SWA Grant
VIII. Public Comment:
(Note: comments are limited to 3 minutes in duration)
IX.Future Agenda Items:
XAdjournment
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MINUTES OF THE CRA ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL
100 E. BOYNTON BEACH BLVD., BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA
HELD ON THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2016, AT 6:00 P.M.
PRESENT:
Linda Cross, ChairVivian Brooks, Executive Director, CRA
Robert Pollock, Vice ChairTara Duhy, CRA Attorney
(arr. 6:08 p.m.)
James DeVoursneyMichael Simon, Assistant Director, CRA
Brian EdwardsTheresa Utterback, CRA Development
Paula MelleyServices Specialist
(arr. 6:15 p.m.)
Thomas Murphy, Jr.Susan Harris, Finance Director for CRA
Mona Laventure, Prototype, Inc.
I.Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.
II.Roll Call
Roll was called and it was determined a quorum was present.
III.Agenda Approval
A. Additions, Deletions, Corrections to the Agenda
– None
B. Adoption of Agenda
Motion
made by Mr. Edwards, seconded by Mr. DeVoursney, to adopt the agenda as
presented. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously.
IV.Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Advisory Board Minutes 3/3/16
Motion
made by Mr. Edwards, seconded by Mr. DeVoursney, to approve the minutes of
the March 3, 2016, meeting as presented. In a voice vote, the motion passed
unanimously.
V.Information Only
Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board
Boynton Beach, Florida April 7, 2016
A. Response to Advisory Board Member Questions Regarding CRA
Finance
Chair Crosswas surprised there were 68 questions, and thanked Ms. Harris for her time
answering all the questions.
B. Financial Report for Period Ended March 31, 2016
Susan Harris, Finance Director, reminded the Board that the fiscal year ended on
September 30, 2015. She explained that aprintout of the general ledger goes to the
CRA Board each month. Ms. Harris explained the report, noting there was nothing
unusual that needed to be brought to the Board’s attention.
VI.Old Business
– None
VII.New Business
A. Overview of CRA Finance and History of CRA Funding – Where does the
money come from and where does it go?
Ms. Harris gave a PowerPoint presentation that explained in more depth the sources
and amounts of revenue. Highlights included:
Estimates from property appraiser regarding assessed valueswithin CRA
Base year valuation
o
Influence of millage rates
History of assessed property values in the CRA and the Tax Increment Revenue
Values went back up in 2013 and 2014 due to new developments comingin and
property values starting to increase
Overview and estimates for 2015 and 2016
Will work on the budget with the Board in July
Receipt of Tax Increment checks from City and County in December
Three funds:
General – for administrative, office, personnel, etc.
o
Project – redevelopment projects, design, engineering, etc.
o
Debt-service – two bond refundings, one in 2012 and 2015 – will save
o
$4.4 million
Debt service will expire in 10 years (refunding did not extend the
period)
Received $28 million in bond proceeds
[Unable to hear persons speaking – microphone off for Chair]
Sources
Tax increment revenue $9.3 million
o
Marina rent and fuel sales of $1.1 million
o
Uses
Debt service $2.1 million (mandatory paid annually)
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Direct Incentive Funding Agreements(DIFA) $1.2 million (mandatory paid
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annually)
Operating expenses $2.1 million
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Marina $1.1 million
o
Always make money on it, but it is budgeted flat
New projects and ongoing projects $3.8 million
o
General Funds Budget
Marina, debt-service, operating expenses, transfers to project fund
o
Operating expenses
o
The 21% on the pie chart is an overall number
There isa lot of business at the new fuel pumps at the marina and
they also receive10% of proceeds from the store
Expenses went up for the marina (insurance, etc.)
CRA contributed to the employee health care savings accounts
(they follow what the City does) – but employees sharethe burden
of the cost
Discussion ensuedon how employees will be able to pay for their health care,
especially with regard to high deductibles. Ms. Harris said it would be a discussion at
the City Commission when they review the budget.She said the City does competitive
bidding for the health insurance (also dental, vision, and life) contract annually.
Ms. Harris continued her presentation:
Project Fund – total of $7.6 million
New Projects and DIFA payments are $5 million
o
Ongoing and roll-over projects account for $2.6 million
o
Property acquisition money - $927,000
Economic Development Grants - $650,000
Boynton Beach Boulevard Design - $300,000
Fourth Street Parking Lot - $251,000
Renovation grant
Town Square project
Plan Updates (consolidation)
DIFA ($1.2 million)
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Casa Costa
Wal-Mart
SeabournCove
Cornerstone the Preserve
New Projects
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Model Block
Community policing innovations
The Cottage District
District Clean programs
Other – marketing, special events, business incubator project
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Mr. DeVoursney was curious where the open space was at the marina, and Ms. Brooks
explained there will be a shaded area with seating where a two-story green building
used to be (the first right turn off Ocean).
Ms. Brooks advised they would have two officers on foot and on Segways in the Heart
of Boynton on Martin Luther King Boulevard. They hope to foster improved community
relations.
Ms. Harris returned to her presentation as follows:
Debt service overview
Savings
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Bonds Refunding in 2015
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Reports
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Reports and compliance requirements
Monthly budget report
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Audit
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Onsite field work for the audit occurs inAugust andNovember
Everything (not just finances) is audited
Audits have been very good the past seven years
Use a different auditor than the City does (have CRA and
government experience)
Annual Report
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B. New Development Project – Ocean Once Development – 222 N. Federal
Highway
Ms. Brooks advised that the site(on the corner of Ocean and Federal Highway)is
owned by Mr. Davy Camalier, who would like to develop a project using CRAland on
the north cornerof Boynton Beach and Federal Highway, about .5 acre. Mr. Camalieris
proposing a 1.9-acre project. The CRA property is appraised at $460,000and is not
buildable. Mr. Camalier presented a letter of intent to request the property for $10.00,
and the Board accepted the offer. Right now the project is in limbo, since the City
cannot review the site plan becausehe does not own it yet, and the CRAcannot sign off
onthe applicationbecause the timeline has not expired for the notice of intent to
dispose of the property.
Ms. Brooks continued that Mr. Camalier plans to build an eight-storyresidential building
with a parking structure. She said the project meets height and densityrequirements
with regard to the Federal Highway Corridor Plan, but theyhave a parking issue.
Ms. Brooks emphasized that the CRA would never give a property to someone without
the assurance that there would be a project there. She said the project would not be on
the entire Bank of America site. She added they are trying to reserve the east half of
the site.
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C. New Development Project – Riverwalk – 1532 S. Federal Highway
Ms. Brooksadvised that this project is on the southeast corner of Federal Highway and
Woolbright, the former Winn Dixie site. Several businesses on the site have long-term
leases, which is problematic as far as the site plan is concerned. Walgreens also has a
protected parking field.The actual developable area is not the full 9.86 acres.
Ms. Brooks stated that the developer is proposing 328 units; under the Federal Highway
Corridor Plan, they can request a rezoning to Mixed Use Low Three and Land Use
Change, which would give them398 units and 75 feet of heightwith 7 floors.They are
adding new commercial on Federal Highway, and a public accessible waterfront
boardwalk along the Intracoastal that will have a permanent public easement. Due to
architectural elements, the buildingis at105 feet, 30 feet above the limit.They may
apply for an exception.
Ms. Brooks reported that the projecthas been reviewed by staff and has to go back for
another review due to the large number of comments.
In response to a question, Ms. Brookssaid the project is totally private, and the CRA
has not been asked for money.
Ms. Brooks commented that it is a rental community, very high-end. She explained that
the condo market is hard for the buyer, since many pay a very large cash deposit.
Mr. Edwards was curious what is meant by the project “going back to staff.” Ms. Brooks
clarified that when a project goes to staff, it is reviewed by many different departments,
each of which can submit comments. The comments go to the developer, who then has
to submit back to the staff with replies.Ms. Brooks said that he could attend the City
Commission meeting and give comments there. She said they want the property to be
developed because it has been undeveloped for so long. Ms. Brooks stated thatthe
project is under density.
Chair Cross reminded the Board that they are an advisory board to the CRA Board. It is
not the purview of this Board to meet with developers – staff takes care of that.The
CRA Board also meets with the developers.
Ms. Melley had questions about the role of the advisory board. Attorney Duhy clarified
thatthe CRA has regulatory authority to some extent, to make recommendations to the
City about what they ultimately approve and do not approve, the site plan, and land use
process. Those site plan processes are quasi-judicial – a certain procedure needs to be
followed by the City. Recommendations by this Board need to be made to the CRA
Board, not the City. She emphasized the importance of staying within the parameters
as a public body.
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Ms. Melley wondered how the Board would advise the CRA Board on projects on which
they are not informed. Chair Cross responded that the process has not gotten that far
yet. At this time, the project isstill in its infancy and isfor informational purposes.
Ms. Brooks clarified that the project will not be going to the CRA Board for
recommendation, because it is not requiredto do so. The reason for presenting this
project is to let the Board know there is a plan in place and inform them ofthe
particulars.
D. Major Modification Project – 480 E. Ocean Avenue
stst
Ms. Brooks said there was a small house (at 1and 1)that was set to be demolished,
but was foundto be very solid so it was movedinstead. It has been rehabilitated into a
small restaurantand sold to Ocean Pride LLC, who will lease it Lisa Macado (from the
Living Room). There will be some remodeling done to add some square footage, and
the property is already in for site plan review.
Ms. Brooks mentioned that 211 EastOcean Avenue, which the CRA also owns, has
submitted for site plan approval for a BBQ and beer place.
[Unable to hear person speaking – no microphone]
E. Review of CRA Board Meeting Agenda for 4/12/16
Mr. Edwards wondered if the CRA was going to receive the same information on
Riverwalk that this Board discussed, and Ms. Brooks answered affirmatively.
VIII.Public Comment
Tom McClure, 2004 S Federal Highway, said he is the President of the Boynton
Coalition for Responsible Development. He stated thatthey formed five months ago to
address Riverwalk Plaza, and 5,000 residents have joined. On March 30, over 300
people metwith the developers and expressedconcerns about the height, density, and
the project overall. The speakers saidthey were asked by the City to build the 10-story
building and had spent over $300,000 to develop the plan. They said if the residents
continued to “push them,” they would put in a low-grade grocery store and have them
sign a long-term lease. Mr. McClure said the residents hope that the developer will
come up a new proposal that is responsible. He said the current project does not fitthe
community.
Harry Woodworth, 685 NE 15 Place, spoke as President of the Inland Communities
Association (INCA). He said even though the project is not in their area, they care
about the way it was done. He claimed that the project does not apply to any plans that
exist for the area, and “nobody” wants the project that the developer has been promised
by the City leaders. Mr. Woodworth asserted it was a back-room deal. He said this type
of dealing has to stop.
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IX. Future Agenda Items:
A. Overview of Capital Projects and Private Projects – past and present
Ms. Brooks said Mr. Simon will do a presentation of a series of projects that have been
done or are underway, and of private projects that have resulted from the adopted CRA
plans. She said they will be communicating with the newly elected officials in a
developmentworkshop.
Chair Cross asked about preparations for the budget meeting, and Ms. Brooks said they
usually get preliminary numbers by the end of May. The number is revised downward
by the end of June.
Ms. Melley asked what the timeline was on the 222 Ocean Avenue piece of land the
developers are wanting to acquire coming before the CRA/Advisory Board for the CRA.
Ms. Brooks replied it is supposed to come in May, but given the deficiencies in the site
plan, she doubted that was going to occur. Ms. Melley thought the Board had an
opportunity to serve as an intermediary and a very neutral zone; they have a right and
obligation to add agenda items that are sensitive to the community, which could also
potentially help the developer.
Motion
made by Ms. Melley, seconded by Mr. Edwards, that the Board does not just
say that this is just informational only; the Board takes this opportunity and starts
engaging these people in the process.
Chair Cross asked if there was an opportunity for the Board to have a presentation, to
which Ms. Brooks replied affirmatively. She wanted to find an appropriate
representative to speak. Ms. Brooks advised that now was probably not a good time to
have a presentation, but May might be better due to progress on the plans. However,
due to design changes, that may be too soon for both the 222 Ocean Avenue project
and Riverwalk.
Attorney Duhy advised that if the Board wishes to make a request of staff to add items
to the next agenda, a formal motion is not required. The formal motions are for items on
the agenda that require action.
Ms. Melley withdrew her motion.
X.Adjournment
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, the meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
[Minutes prepared by J. Rubin, Prototype, Inc.]
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Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency
MEMO
Date: May 10, 2016
To: CRA Chair, Vice Chair and Board Members
From: Vivian L. Brooks,Executive Director
Re: Community Redevelopment Advisory Board Duties
The City Commission created the Community redevelopment Advisory Board (CRAB) in
October 2015 and appointed its seven members in December 2015. The resolution
creating the CRAB had the CRAB advising the City Commission but not the CRA Board.
On May 3, 2016,the City Commission further clarified the role of the CRAB by adopting
a new resolution whereby the CRAB will now advise the City Commission and the CRA
Board on matters assigned to it by either the CRA Board or City Commission.
After conferring with City Manager, Lori LaVerriere, we propose the following
guidelines for management of the CRAB agenda:
A) The City Commission or CRA Board must approve, by majority vote, any
assignment given to the CRAB.
B) Only City Commissioners and CRA Board Members may request to place matters
on the CRAB agenda. All requests by the CRA Board Member or City
Commissioners shall be raised under the CRAB discussion item that will be added
to both the CRA and City agenda template. See next item.
C) Both the CRA and the City's meeting agenda template will reflect a new section
titled C Community Redevelopment Advisory Board (CRAB) with three
subsections (Reports, Pending Items, and New Assignments). This will provide
the opportunity for an individual member of the City Commissioner or CRA to
raise a topic/assignment for the entire Commission or CRA to consider.
D) When an assignment is given to the CRAB it will then show as a Pending Item on
future agendas until the assignment is completed and reported back to the
_ assigning board. Staff recommends that all assignments be given a deadline for
reporting back to assist staff in following up on outstanding assignments with the
CRAB. This will also provide transparency on all matters being reviewed by the
CRAB.
E) Once their assignment is complete and the CRAB is ready to present a report to
the CRA or City Commission, then the Board shall submit their report to CRA
staff or the City Clerk for publishing on the next available agenda.
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F) When matters are assigned to the CRAB, reliance on staff should be minimized to
the extent possible. Individual members of the CRAB may not assign work to
CRA or City staff members. Research by the members of the Advisory Board
should be done independently and with as minimal reliance on CRA or City staff
as possible. This will ensure that work continues to be accomplished as staff will
not be overwhelmed with new assignments.
G) Absent any new assignments, the monthly CRAB agenda will mirror the CRA
agenda on a monthly basis.
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