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Minutes 05-10-16 MINUTES OF THE COMMUNTY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD MEETING HELD IN CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS, 100 E. BOYNTON BEACH BOULEVARD BOYNTON BEACH, FL O N T MAY 1 2016 AT 6:3 P.M. PRESENT: Steven B. Grant, Chair Vivian Brooks, Executive Director Mack McCray, Vice Chair Tara Duhy, Board Counsel Justin Katz Christina Romelus Joe Casello I. Call to Order Chair Grant called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. ll. Invocation and Pledge to the Flag by Pastor Davis. The members recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Ill. Roll Cali All members were present. IV. Legal: A. Clarification of the CRA Advisory Board's Scope of Duties Tara Duhy, CRA Board Counsel, reviewed a memo about the duties of the CRA Advisory Board regarding who they were advising and what they would advise about. At the last City Commission meeting, a Resolution was adopted which clarified the CRA Advisory Board is directed by the City and CRA Board. If there are no special requests, the CRA Advisory Board agenda will mirror the CRA Board agenda for that month. Ms. Brooks and the City Manager got together to create a procedure how items will go from the City Commission and CRA Board to the CRA Advisory Board agenda. Vivian Brooks, CRA Executive Director, explained in order to help the workflow, items to be placed on the CRA Advisory Board agenda have to be approved by a majority consensus. Currently, CRA staff produces the CRA Advisory Board agenda a week prior to the meeting. Staff is issuing the same Board packet twice, and then on Friday morning, the day after the Advisory Board meeting, staff has to prepare the CRA Board agenda to indicate how the Advisory Board voted. All need to be on the same page. Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Boynton Beach, Florida May 10, 2016 Mr. Casello received confirmation if he wanted an item on the agenda, the CRA Board must pass it by majority vote and learned it would. Mr. Katz commented both the CRA Board and the City Commission would do the same. Chair Grant explained the distinction was the CRA Board would assign CRA items and the City Commission would assign City Commission items. When the CRA Board wants to add an agenda item to the CRA Advisory Board agenda, they should ask Ms. Brooks or City Manager Lori LaVerriere and they will advise which entity to submit the request. It is a great tool to use when moving forward with the CRA. Attorney Duhy noted the CRA Advisory Board will review CRA Board items before the CRA Board reviews them so those types of items would not need to be added Vice Chair McCray thanked staff for the memo, and liked that a member of the CRA Advisory Board cannot go to the CRA staff for research. Mr. Katz asked if the current item listed under the CRA Advisory Board reports conflicted with the proposed rules in the memo. He noted the CRA Board has not made a determination whether to accept the rules in the memo, and he questioned if the CRA Board did accept the rules, whether the item would be removed because it was proposed by a member of the CRA Advisory Board, and not a CRA Board member. Ms. Brooks responded that was correct. She clarified it was not in accordance with the Resolution that was passed last Tuesday. The CRA Director will still be responsible for the agendas. Mr. Casello commented it clarifies the duties and responsibilities of the CRA Advisory Board. Vice Chair McCray asked if citizens received a copy of the memo. Ms. Brooks advised she would provide additional copies and would post it on the CRA page. V. Agenda Approval: A. Additions, Deletions, Corrections to the Agenda Motion Mr. Katz moved to remove item 15A from agenda, Mr. Casello seconded the motion that unanimously passed. B. Adoption of Agenda Motion Mr. Katz moved to approve the agenda with the amendment. Vice Chair McCray seconded the motion that unanimously passed. 2 Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Boynton Beach, Florida May 10, 2016 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 Ms. Romelus met with the Related Urban Group and also met with Susan Harris, CRA Finance Director, to review the budget. Mr. Casello had no disclosures. Mr. Katz disclosed he met with the Related Group. Vice Chair McCray did not meet with the Related Group, but had met with them previously. On Saturday, he attended the Neighborhood Policing program to refurbish Burt's Daycare on the 2 "d . He thought he would attend for a few hours and worked from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. He noted Mayor Grant rollerbladed by and then returned and worked on the property. The tears and look on the faces of the owners when they saw the work that was accomplished made it a very worthwhile project. About four other projects would be undertaken and he thought it was a great partnership that was formed with the community and neighborhood officers. He praised the officers for all of their great work and partnership with the CRA and the City. Chair Grant spoke with the Related Group and attended the Amanda James Gallery one year anniversary. He went to DJ's Grill, Two Georges and Hurricane Alley. B. Informational Announcements None. VII. Announcements & Awards: A. Music on the Rocks Christopher Burdick, Special Events Coordinator, announced on May 20, the Boynton Beach CRA featured Gravel King, an indie rock /folk /bluegrass band. Music on the Rocks is a free event that takes place at the Ocean Avenue Amphitheater from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The band starts at 6 p.m. and the food trucks arrive at 5 p.m. Six food trucks were on site from the Food Truck Invasions, which guarantees a rotation of the food rucks each month and markets the joint event. The bar is provided by Carefree Catering. There is free on -site parking. The last Music on the Rocks concert of the season will take place on June 17 with the Red Eye Band playing classic rocks. Music on the Rocks will commence its next concert series on October 21St.. B. Movies in the Park 3 r I Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Boynton Beach, Florida May 10, 2016 Mr. Burdick advised the CRA hosted Movies in the Park at the amphitheater featuring Labyrinth on May 6, 2016. The free event was from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Attendees were encouraged to bring beach chairs and blankets. Free on -site parking was available and a trailer of select CRA businesses was shown before the film. A drawing for gift cards donated by the selected CRA businesses and Pirate Fest Souvenirs were distributed. Food and beverages were available for purchase from vendors. Over 200 people came out for the movie. Beetlejuice will be featured on June 3 rd ending the season. The next series would return on October 7 th Chair Grant enjoyed the movie and advised the April event was rained out. VIII. Consent Agenda: A. Approval of Minutes — CRA Board Meeting April 12, 2016 B. Approval of Period Ended April 30, 2016 Financial Report C. Monthly Purchase Orders D. 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 — Approved E. Approval of Commercial Rent Reimbursement Grant to Bailey's Bowls, LLC d /b /a Bailey's Blends in the amount $8,150 — Approved F. 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 — Approved G. Approval of Commercial Facade Grant to 206 Boynton, LLC (400 E. Boynton Beach Blvd.) in the amount of $15,000 — Approved H. Approval of Commercial Fagade Grant to 206 Boynton, LLC (206 -226 NE 3rd Street) in the amount of $25,000 — Approved f. Approval of Commercial Construction Permit Grant to Boos Seacrest, LLC in the amount of $18,480 — Approved IX. Pulled Consent Agenda Items: None. Motion Ms. Romelus moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Vice Chair McCray seconded the motion that unanimously passed. 4 I Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Boynton Beach, Florida May 10, 2016 X. Information Only: A. Public Comment Log B. Marketing and Business Development Campaign Ms. Brooks advised the CRA advertises local businesses each month. The Coastal Angler marketing campaign was a six -month campaign to promote the Marina. Advertisements were also in the Neighborhood News and Pineapple newspaper each month. Ms. Coffey distributed what she had accomplished, which was included in the backup. Chair Grant announced there will be a Neighborhood Officer Policing Program Community meeting on Thursday, May 19 at 6:30 p.m. He encouraged all to attend and spread the word. C. CRA Advisory Board Agenda 5/5/16 D. CRA Advisory Board Minutes 4/7/16 Vice Chair McCray attended the Ribbon - Cutting Ceremony for the two homes completed on the Model Block. He thought it was a job well done and noted they were doing great things in the City. XI. Public Comments: (Note: comments are limited to 3 minutes in duration) Harry Woodworth, 685 NE 15 Place, on behalf of INCA, explained he attended the CRA Advisory Board meeting and noted he was the only one there. He commented there was no way to contact the Advisory Board members and they gave their personal emails. He contemplated posting their email addresses on the INCA website and asked if the Advisory Board could have City email addresses. Ms. Brooks explained she had consulted the City about how the other advisory boards handled this and learned they are not given City emails. They can create a Gmail account which some of the other Boards have done. Ms. Brooks explained the Sunshine Law to the Advisory Board. Attorney Duhy explained it was more effective to keep personal emails and businesses emails separate XII. Public Hearing: None XIII. Old Business: A. 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 —Approved 5 Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Boynton Beach, Florida May 10, 2016 Chair Grant explained this item would allow Ms. Brooks to speak with Ocean One about the CRA's request for the property. Ms. Brooks explained the development process starts with the site plan submittal. The site plan was submitted with the CRA property, but without the authority of the CRA, so it could not be processed for review. Although the terms of the Purchase and Development Agreement have not been finalized, which would give the CRA control over the look and feel of the project, the project had not been reviewed because Ms. Brooks did not have the authority to sign off for the Agency. and the Agency could not give her the authority until the statutory process was met. This item would only allow the project to go through the development review process. Motion Vice Chair McCray moved to approve. Mr. Commissioner Katz seconded the motion that unanimously passed. 1 B. Consideration of Commercial Interior Build -Out Grant to Boos Seacrest, LLC a /k /a Family Dollar in the amount of $25,000 —Approved $25,000 Mr. Katz noted the initial grants were $15,000 and they had changed. Ms. Brooks responded one grant was for $22,500 and one was for $15,000. When the CRA entered into the Purchase and Development Agreement with Boos for the Family Dollar, the grant amounts were lower and the grant applications reflected that. They were now coming in for their grant reimbursements. The Board could approve the amount in the agreement which was $22,500 or the amount on the application for $25,000. Mr. Katz thought there was a savings and in good faith, they should expect what it was at the time. Motion Mr. Katz moved to amend the reimbursement from $25,000 to $22,500. Chair Grant asked if there would be any liability to the CRA if the amount was changed. Attorney Duhy responded it would not. It is for a specific amount because the CRA can award up to a certain amount. No contract issue. Ms. Romelus seconded the motion. The motion unanimously passed. C. Consideration of Commercial Fagade Grant to Boos Seacrest, LLC a /k /a Family Dollar in the amount of $25,000 — Approved $25,000 Motion Mr. Katz moved to approve the request for $15,000. Ms. Romelus seconded the motion that unanimously passed. Ms. Brooks noted Mr. Boos was in the audience and he was great to work. 6 Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Boynton Beach, Florida May 10, 2016 D. Presentation by Related Urban Development Group (RUDG, Inc.) on the Proposed Ocean Breeze East Project Jason Goldfarb, RUDG, the selected developer to build the Ocean Breeze East item noted there had been discussion about Marina Village parking which was unrelated to this item. He commented they would like to address the concerns so there would be no conflicts. Mr. Casello asked why there was reluctance to open 80 parking spaces on the top tier of the parking garage. Rick Fortenbury, Asset Manager with the Related Group, explained Mr. Goldfarb brought the issues to their attention and he would discuss it with their business partners who are involved in the project. Chair Grant explained motorists would have to go through the residents' gate in order to access the parking. Either resident parking would have to be moved to a higher level or allow access through the gates. Mr. Fortenbury explained that would have to be discussed and they could meet. The parking garage is controlled by the Association and moving the gate would have to go through the association as well. A meeting with all parties would have to occur. Ms. Brooks explained staff had spoken to the Association and management company, and she received a lukewarm reception. Chair Grant commented more parking was needed at the Marina. Ms. Brooks explained homeowner parking would have to be restacked and someone would have to look where the units were, determine where the gate would have to go and then make a recommendation to the HOA and see if it was even possible. It was whether the condo association wanted their parking spots moved, and how much would Related Group sell their spaces to them. No one wanted to purchase the spaces on the roof and only the residents could purchase them because they could get through the gates. Chair Grant requested Mr. Fortenbury reach out to the Marina Village Homeowners Association. Tony Delposa, The Related Group, represented the greater Related Group and works in the affordable housing arm of the group which is Related Urban, which was not involved in the project. They heard about the issue, reached out to Mr. Fortenbury and were interested in trying to find an amicable solution. Mr. Goldfarb explained last year, the Related Urban Group was selected to purchase the property and submit for low income housing tax credits, based on the vision and goals of the CRA. The Related Urban Group was not awarded the tax credits. Plan B was to submit for revitalization credits, based on local initiative support for the project. The project did not score high enough to obtain the credits and they wanted to discuss the future of the project and resubmit the project for additional financing. The Related Urban Development Group feels the project that was presented to the CRA last year was consistent with the highest and best use of the property and they were requesting an extension of the current contract they have with the CRA for the next go 7 Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Boynton Beach, Florida May 10, 2016 around of funding for 2016. Mr. Delposa explained they submitted twice and scored better with the revitalization credits than with the low income tax credits. He felt with some tweaks to the revitalization application, there was a good chance it will be awarded and they will look at other subordinate financing. They incorporated the Board's thoughts and desires in the project and wanted to continue on the journey. The time line should mirror last years. Applications are due in November or December and then have an answer by March or April. The applicant will be required for site control. The contract expires May 31, and Mr. Fortenbury requested a one -year extension. Mr. Casello inquired if the Board voted to issue an RFP in June and learned they did. The Related Group offered to purchase the project for $2 million and the property was appraised at $1.5 million. Chair Grant asked about the square footage for each retail space and learned it has not yet been determined. It would be discussed once funded with the goal being to activate that area of the street. Chair Grant hoped to bring more jobs to the HOB as it is zoned mixed use. Chair Grant noted there were a lot of two and three bedrooms and hoped for more efficiencies and one bedroom units based on a presentation from FAU students. The students favored micro units costing $500 to $600 a month. Ms. Brooks explained there were only eight three bedroom units proposed, and most are one and two bedrooms. The project was best geared for families, but Mr. Delposa commented they could modify their plan. Chair Grant noted there is a new Board and when the RFP is issued developers could provide their ideas. Mr. Goldfarb explained the reason for the one, two and three bedrooms was the project was designated as a family project, or for the elderly. Low income housing projects must adhere to one demographic or the other. The proposed unit mix was best suited for family and the demand is there. Mr. Casello asked why the CRA should give an extension when they can submit the plan in June when accepting RFPs. Mr. Goldfarb explained they put a lot of work into the plan, and feel they can go right into the next cycle, improving the application and increasing their chances of success. By rule, with the tax credit applications, they have to have site control through to the time of March or April. The highest and best use is what was proposed. The rules apply to everyone. Mr. Casello explained if the extension was granted, what other incentives would be wanted. Mr. Goldfarb explained the application for the 9% revitalization credits has to have a local government contribution to show the government's support. They got an agreement for a small amount of TIF money, but at least $50,000 is needed to show the local government support. Mr. Casello thought the second time around they upped the contribution. Ms. Brooks explained the second application for the 2015 revitalization was a different program that required a different amount. The applications were ranked on attributes, one of which was local government match. Ms. Brooks asked how the project ranked with the revitalization grant and learned it ranked 7 out of 15. Ms. Brooks asked what would make the difference. Mr. Goldfarb felt they did a good job with the narrative and with the local government support, which was also in the HOB redevelopment plan. Mr. Goldfarb thought they had a good chance to be funded going through the process a 8 Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Boynton Beach, Florida May 10, 2016 second time and refining application. He spoke to the Florida Housing Agency who liked the project and they encouraged them to resubmit. Ms. Romelus asked which would be the faster process. Ms. Brooks explained they will not submit until December for the revitalization application. Ms. Romelus asked if they used the RFP process, the other applicants would have the same timeline to submit and learned they would. Chair Grant inquired if they could receive a proposal for a non - affordable housing project. Ms. Brooks responded the area was in a low- income Census Tract area. Chair Grant noted the micro units are a possibility that may not fit under affordable housing but it was workforce housing. If that option was available, they could have something started before December. Ms. Brooks explained micro - housing would not qualify for the funds. Multi- family was family units and elder housing projects qualified for the tax credits. Developers have student housing near a college campus, but there was no college in the immediate area. The CRA had a great developer look at the area and they knew they would not get the rent versus the cost to build and there would be a gap. Mr. Katz inquired if each proposer applied for the same tax credits and learned they did. No one proposed the project as a market rate or not to use tax credit funds. Mr. Katz asked if it was less likely for a project to be built without tax credits and learned it was unlikely at this time. Ms. Brooks explained the CRA would issue an RFP and put it out in the market, and receive proposals which the Board will consider. The land use and zoning is already in place. The developer would have to obtain their utilities letter and the Board would have to vote to authorize the local government support. Ms. Brooks thought the timeline could be met. Mr. Casello commented the Related Urban Group does great work, but thought if the Board extended the contract they were tying up the property. He favored returning in June, submitting the plan and see what else is received through the RFP. Ms. Romelus asked the likelihood of being funded for second time applications for the same projects. Mr. Goldfarb explained the first revitalization was in 2014 and then in 2015. Only one application was resubmitted the following year and they did not win. Mr. Delporoso took a lot of time to understand the HOB plan and added language to it. He indicated they would welcome feedback to enhance the application and thought they had a better handle on revitalization efforts for this community than would be had by another developer. Vice Chair McCray thanked them for coming back in and wanted to issue an RFP. Motion Vice Chair McCray moved to deny the extension of the application. Mr. Casello seconded the motion. The motion passed 4 -1, (Ms. Romelus dissenting.) 9 Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Boynton Beach, Florida May 10, 2016 XIV. New Business: A. 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 11 — Approved Ms. Brooks explained this item was a public /private partnership between the CRA and the developer who, over six years assembled over 23 acres of land and built the largest green multi- family project in the country at that time with financial assistance from the CRA. The CRA has a 10 -year agreement with them and the developer has to monitor the project with a third party LEEDS monitor and submit the report to the City for review. Each unit type and building must be monitored each year for 10 years, and when the City advises the report is acceptable, it comes to the CRA for their proportional share of the revenue created by the project. Motion Mr. Casello moved to approve. Mr. Katz seconded the motion that unanimously passed. B. Consideration of Budget Amendment #1, Resolution No. R16 -01, for SWA Grant — Approved Susan Harris, Finance Director, explained the City and CRA received a grant from the Solid Waste Authority for the HOB cleanup and some city property in the area. Since the grant fell outside of the budget cycle, a budget amendment to record the revenue from the SWA grant in the amount of $62,310 and to record the expenses associated with the grant was needed. It is done by resolution which needs Board approval. Motion Vice Chair McCray moved to approve. Ms. Romelus seconded the motion that unanimously passed. B. Consideration of Dates for Budget Workshop — FY 2016 -2017 Ms. Harris explained the City and CRA approves the final budget in September. Prior to that, they have a budget meeting advising what revenue will be received from the City and County based on preliminary millage rates and preliminary assessed values from the Property Appraiser for properties in the CRA District. Staff will have an idea what revenues will be received and the expenditures. They will develop an ongoing budget for multi -year projects such as the Marina Open Space, economic development and other projects. At the budget meeting, the Board can decide what projects they want to pursue and adjust funding. Staff also has one -on -one meetings with the members beforehand. The City budget hearings are mid -to -late July and the Board members will 10 Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Boynton Beach, Florida May 10, 2016 sit with CRA staff in August and then return with a revised budget in September for final approval. After the CRA Board approves the budget, it is forwarded to the City for ratification when the City finalizes their budget. Chair Grant asked if the budget was a public meeting and learned it was. After discussion, there was agreement to meet on August 17 Motion Vice Chair McCray moved to approve. Mr. Katz seconded the motion that unanimously passed. C. Overview of CRA Capital Projects and Private Sector Development Projects — past and present Mike Simon, Assistant Director, CRA, reviewed the capital projects and key private sector development projects. The review was done for the CRA Advisory Board and he thought they should show it to the new members of the CRA Board. Mr. Simon reviewed the history of the CRA and explained redevelopment is funded through Tax Increment Funds, (TIF), now known as Tax Increment Revenue (TIR). These monies could be used with other grants, projects and they can bond. Nothing can be done unless it is included in one of five plans: The CRA Redevelopment Plan; the Heart of Boynton Plan, the Federal Highway Corridor Plan, the Ocean District Community Plan and the Downtown Vision and Master Plan. He pointed out the CRA was consolidating plans to have just the one Plan. The HOB Plan update included the Model Block Project, the MLK Commercial Center, Ocean Breeze East mixed -use project, the Cottage District Infill and Sara Simms Park expansion and Ocean Breeze West residential development. The streetscape of the model block program was viewed. It was an example for future development at the corner of Seacrest and MLK Boulevard on the west side. The CRA purchased property from the Palm Beach County School Board to provide access from Poinciana Elementary School. Photos of the MLK Commercial Center were viewed. Vice Chair McCray asked how Family Dollar was doing financially and was advised staff had not heard anything negative. The landscaping did not fare well and was being addressed. Vice Chair McCray noted the bench that was outside and there is no loitering. Images of the Cottage District were viewed. It was a homeownership infill project located between Seacrest and NE 1 St to the east and 4 th and 5 th Avenue on the border. The majority of the property is CRA owned and the rest owned by the Oyer family. Staff believes it could be cottage style as it would take advantage of the land and accommodate 18 to 22 single- family homes. The lot is 1.5 times the size of a normal lot and the middle of the property would be cleared, grubbed and re- platted into individual lots. New sidewalks and lighting similar to the Model Block would be installed and it would be a significant improvement for the public and provide home opportunities. The 11 Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Boynton Beach, Florida May 10, 2016 Community Caring Center could relocated to another area. Mr. Casello believed the Community Caring Center outgrew the building. Mr. Simon reviewed the Ocean Breeze East project. Ocean Breeze West was formerly Boynton Terrace, a multi- family rental project. Vice Chair McCray commented the property was nice when it started, but through the years it deteriorated and the hurricane damaged it beyond repair. The CRA acquired the property and funded the demolition of the structure. They spent time re- platting the site and some of the fringe properties on 6th and 8 Habitat for Humanity helped redevelop the area to single family which transformed the area. About $21 million was invested in the HOB from 2001 to April 1, 2016, including acquisitions, housing rehabilitation and other improvements. The Ocean District Community Redevelopment Plan was adopted in 2004 encompassing Boynton Beach Boulevard, south to 2 nd and then east to the railroad tracks on Ocean Avenue. It is the beginning of the Town Square and redevelopment of the amphitheater. It was a City -owned site and the CRA managed the design and construction. It would activate the CRA area. It also reactivated historic or existing properties, such as the Ruth Jones Cottage and Ocean Avenue lighting and the 211 Ocean Avenue recent Purchase and Development Agreement for a restaurant and additional items such as the parking lot east of City Hall and the sidewalk connector. The City is trying to solicit interest in the Town Square project and the Federal Highway Corridor program was reviewed and before and after photos viewed. The Harbor Master Building operates as the fueling station for Marine vessels, which completely transformed the site. Chair Grant asked how the Marina was doing with gas sales and learned it is a very busy fueling station handling up to 110,000 gallons. Mr. Simon commented fuel helped activate the marine industry. The Marina Open Space project RFP will be issued with roadway improvements will begin in late July early August. Before and after pictures of the Boynton Harbor Marina were viewed. Entrance signs were identified in the Plan. Mr. Casello commented the entrance sign needed plantings or shrubbery. Mr. Simon noted the project on NE 4 Street was recently completed and transformed. Private sector development since 200 showed 3,451 units were added. They generate a lot of TIF Revenue for the CRA in terms of the budget. The Casa Costa project had initial property taxes of $119,000 and in 2013 it was assessed at $83 million, yielding $1 million in TIF revenue for the CRA. Mr. Casello noted Ocean Breeze West had not had much success and the RFPs will be issued in June for a multi - family commercial project. He asked if it failed again, whether the Board should consider having single family homes such as those that exist at Ocean Breeze East at that location. 12 Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Boynton Beach, Florida May 10, 2016 XV. CRA Advisory Board A. Reports — Request by CRAAB to Advise CRA Board on Makeup of CRA Board This item was removed from the agenda. B. Pending C. Assignments XVI. Future Agenda Items: Chair Grant explained if a board member wanted the CRA Advisory Board to look into something, they should speak to Ms. Brooks. Mr. Katz asked if it had to be made by motion. Attorney Duhy explained there would be no problem if a member wanted to add an item to the next month's CRA Advisory Board meeting by making a motion and voting. Chair Grant commented if any Board member has an assignment, they should let Ms. Brooks know so she can put it on the CRA Advisory Board agenda. Lori LaVerriere, City Manager, explained the intent for complete transparency, if a board wants to assign an item to the CRA Advisory Board, is to raise the issue at this point in the agenda, at this meeting and then the members could discuss it or assign it. Mr. Katz explained the concern was not to put something on the agenda that the Board did not approve to be on the agenda. He clarified the process to be followed, if he had an item he wanted the CRA Advisory Board to pursue was to bring it up and consensus is gained to put it on the agenda. If he had something he, as a board member, wanted to pursue through a recommendation to the CRA Advisory Board, it would be brought up at the meeting, voted on and approved and then it would be placed on the agenda subsequently for the Advisory Board. Attorney Duhy explained, in the future, the City Commission and the CRA Board may request to place matters on the CRA Advisory Board agenda. The issue will be raised on the CRA Advisory Board discussion item that will be added to the CRA Agenda template. In the future, there will be an opportunity for the members to bring up items during the meeting for the CRA Advisory Board to review. It will not be pre-published on the agenda. It will be a standing discussion item. Chair Grant passed the gavel to Vice Chair McCray and commented he wanted the CRA Advisory Board to look at having an Artwalk in the CRA District and look at best practices in other CRA's and city Artwalks to see what would work best on Ocean Avenue. He thought it would an opportunity for local artists to come to Ocean Avenue between the music and the movies or afterwards, to have a chance to see the art and culture of Boynton Beach. 13 Meeting Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Boynton Beach, Florida May 10, 2016 Motion Chair Grant moved the CRA Advisory Board make a recommendation for an Artwalk in the CRA. Mr. Katz seconded the motion. The motion unanimously passed. XVII. Adjournment Motion Vice Chair McCray moved to adjourn. Ms. Romelus seconded the motion that unanimously passed. The meeting was adjourned at 8:03 P.M. Lhilv I all ' I &;,jLq- Catherine Cherry Minutes Specialist 51316 14