Minutes 09-26-16
MINUTES OF THE RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING HELD IN
COMMISSION CHAMBERS BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, ON MONDAY,
SEPTEMBER 26, 2016, AT 6:30 P.M.
PRESENT:
Elizabeth Pierce-Roe, Chair Wally Majors, Recreation and Parks Director
Jeffrey Fromknecht Lisa Edmondson, Recording Clerk/
Charles Kanter Prototype, Inc.
Renee Stern
Julie Mondello
Daniel Shapiro
I. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 6:33 p.m.
II. ATTENDANCE
Roll was called, and a quorum was present.
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
In lieu of formal minutes, for the record, Mr. Majors noted in June the Board toured
Hester Center, Jaycee Park, Intracoastal Park, Oyer Park, Betty Thomas Park,
Veterans Memorial Park, and Mangrove Park. In July, the Board toured the Quantum
Park site, Barton Memorial Park, Meadows Park, and Meadows Nautical Park site.
IV. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Park/Facility Tour - Discussion
Chair Pierce-Roe asked if the Board could be updated on the boardwalk structure at
Mangrove Park, and when the work will begin on the Boat Club Park look-out piers. Mr.
Majors said he would make a report at the next month’s meeting. He said they did reach
out to the County for help with Oyer Park fishing and viewing pier, but were denied, so
they hope to at least stabilize the structure for a few more years.
Chair Pierce-Roe said she had a suggestion from people at Oyer Club Park that there
be some kind of outdoor shower or fish-cleaning station. Mr. Majors said that sort of
facility is difficult to maintain, especially in regards to homeless and/or vandalism issues,
but they could look into the feasibility, even if it is just a spigot to wash hands.
Chair Pierce-Roe asked about fishing line tubes. Mr. Majors said the gathering stations
for fishing lines are still at the Boat Club and Oyer Park near the ramps. The Chair said
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she could go check on them. She also wanted to note that she had gotten positive
feedback about laying the slab of cement with the tables and the area is now enjoyable.
Mr. Majors spoke about the intent of the parks tours, to make sure the Department stays
fresh and aware of the areas and what they look like on an ongoing basis. He
mentioned adding acreage for the future, the undeveloped park sites, and planned
projects such as playground equipment.. He stated that the CIP budget has been
approved and he can bring what the CIP looks like as it relates to Parks & Recreation
for the upcoming fiscal year. He stressed that this is not advocating for anything other
than awareness of the Sales Tax Initiative and the benefit to the Capital Improvement
Program for some projects and parks, though not to the level needed.
Chair Pierce-Roe asked about the structures at Pioneer Canal Park, as there has been
no visit there for two years. Mr. Majors said he hadn’t heard of any issues, but will check
into it – noting it is the only fresh-water boat access in the City – and add it to his report
for October. Mr. Majors also stated that on request they can take one or two Board
Members out to tour any parks.
V. NEW BUSINESS
A. New Park and Dog Park
Mr. Majors noted that since there was no quorum at the last meeting, they had to move
ahead in naming the park to be opened in November. It will be Boynton Village Park
and Dog Park. The name was kept generic and reflective of the developer, which will be
built and totally maintained by the developer, even though it will have Parks &
Recreation’s name and signage. This is one of the best examples of a public/private
partnership. The tentative ribbon-cutting is scheduled for Saturday morning, November
5. The Board will be invited. The park is three acres with the fenced dog park just under
one-half acre, which will be divided by dog weight.
Chair Pierce-Roe asked if there would be any sponsors. Mr. Majors said no sponsors
are needed for the ribbon cutting itself, the developer has been very generous. As to
future promotions, this park was primarily planned for local use as there is no parking or
bathrooms in the area. Once open, there will be a better sense of challenges involved in
doing events, but will certainly be a celebration for the first dog park in Boynton Beach.
There is still a lot of planning to be done. Mr. Majors will keep the Board informed of the
opening date.
B. December Meeting?
The City Clerk’s office is working on the calendar for the remainder of the year and
wants to know if there will be a December meeting. A short discussion followed and it
was agreed that the December meeting be cancelled.
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C. Upcoming Events
The Fall Festival will be October 15 at the Intracoastal Park Clubhouse. Mr. Kanter said
he attended an event earlier in September where he met a lot of the Staff he had not
met before and thought it would be nice to meet more of the Staff more often in mutual
meetings. Mr. Majors said the Staff likes to have their facilities noticed and could give
little tours, so he will present some options for upcoming activities through the holidays.
Mr. Majors reminded the Board they are responsible for choosing the Grand Marshall
for the Holiday Parade. However, since the parade was rained out last year, they have
asked Tom Kaiser to do it again.
VI. ITEMS FOR THE CITY MANAGER’S ATTENTION
- None
VII. NEXT MEETING: October 24, 2016
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
Hearing no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:01 p.m.
[Minutes transcribed by M. Moore, Prototype, Inc.]
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