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Minutes 05-02-19 MINUTES OF THE CRAADVISORY BOARD MEETING INTRACOASTAL PARK CLUBHOUSE 2240 N. FEDERAL HIGHWAY BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA 33435 HELD ON THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2019, AT 6:30 P.M. PRESENT: STAFF: Linda Cross, Chair Michael Simon, CRA Executive Director Robert Pollock, Vice Chair Thuy Shutt, CRAAssistant Director Anthony Barber Theresa Utterback, CRA Dev. Svcs. Mgr. Thomas Devlin Bonnie Nicklien, Administrative Svcs. Golene Gordon Sgt. Henry Diehl Allan Hendricks Lisa Tayar, Prototype, Inc. Rick Maharajh 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:37 p.m. 2. Roll Call Roll was called, and it was determined a quorum was present. 3. Agenda Approval A. Additions, Deletions, Corrections to the Agenda — None B. Adoption of Agenda Upon motion duly made and seconded, the Agenda was unanimously approved. 4. Information Only A. Financial Report Period Ending April 30, 2019 — None 1. No questions. B. Neighborhood Officer Program 2nd Quarter Report for FY 2018-2019 Sgt. Henry Diehl and Officer Paramore gave a PowerPoint presentation, which included a Summary of Activities (see attached). Highlights include: • When the schools went back in session after the holidays, there was a Law Enforcement Appreciation luncheon. • Child Mentoring • Cultural Art Walk • Sweat with a Cop (every Wednesday) • Connect to Greatness, targets middle school kids • Rock the Plaza Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida May 2, 2019 • Read with a Cop (every Wednesday) • Recognition Plaque • 100 Days of Dad • Homework Help at Poinciana • Community Meetings • Opportunity Fair at Ezell • Indoor sports • Mayor BBQ at Robinson's • Well's Day Love Fest • Mayoral Forum • Cottage District Cleanup • Bridges Takes Action • Shop with a Cop, along with fundraising for the program • Habitat for Humanity Family Orientation • 4t" and 5t" Grade Writing Breakfast • Gardening • Food Bank Deliveries Mr. Hendricks opened a discussion of bringing in others to engage with the Police Department who are not otherwise already involved, stressing that the core group not be lost along the way. Sgt. Diehl stated that all officers are encouraged to help out when they can; the Chief wants to rotate and train new officers to have a community-oriented mindset. New officers will be eased into the activities to encourage familiarity in the community. Ms. Gordon asked about civilian officers/volunteers; Sgt. Diehl said the program is all preliminary and explained how his time will now be divided amongst the Marine, Crime Prevention, and NOP units, resulting in a savings to the program, which will allow an additional sworn officer along with a volunteer to be available for the program activities. Chair Cross expressed thanks to Sgt. Diehl and Officers Paramore and Rivera for the great job they are doing in the Community, especially when dispatched to other areas and not just the CRA. Also, hoping community involvement lets police know when bad things are starting to happen in order to reduce incidents. Mr. Pollock also commended the officers for doing a good job and encouraged the new officers in the program receive sensitivity training for continued success of the program. 5. Public Comment • Rev. Bernard Wright, 713 NW 2nd St., commended the Officers Neighborhood Program, noting that he has been a stakeholder in the program since its 2 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida May 2, 2019 inception. Great tracks have been made in building trust in the Officers Neighborhood Program within the community. 6. Consent A. Approval of CRA Advisory Board Meeting Minutes —April 4, 2019 Motion made by Ms. Gordon, seconded by Mr. Devlin, to approve the April 4, 2019, minutes. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously (7-0). 7. Assignments A. Pending Assignments 1 . None B. Reports on Pending Assignments 1. None C. New Assignments 1 . Consideration and Recommendation of the Letter of Intent to Assist in the Development of Properties Located at 404, 406, 408 and 4150 NW 12th Avenue from the Palm Beach County Housing Authority Chair Cross noted on the map on the screen that the lots in red are already owned by the CRA. This item was discussed at the last CRA Board meeting. It was noted that the lots in question are very narrow, and concern was that if nothing is done with them via a letter of intent, they will sit there indefinitely. Mr. Simon explained the Letter of Intent is a formal offering. Discussion followed, noting there is not a request for money, PBCHA has financing. CRA has funding to purchase the lots and discussions should continue regarding a partnership. The sites are scattered and there are many properties to manage; however, there will be restrictions on how PBCHA can dispose of the properties. There was continued discussion on the 38 properties being considered, where they are located, how long they were owned (longer than 20 years in some cases), and how they were acquired. Not all lots are buildable; however, the City can help with professional assistance. Chair Cross wondered about the language in the letter for offers of financial assistance or acquisition, and what might constitute "appropriate" assistance. Mr. Devlin wondered if PBCHA has a desire to stay in the business of building and managing; Mr. Simon stated they have to stay in that business but they do not have to do anything with these particular lots. Mr. Devlin continued, asking if it is in PBCHA's interest to have City control or turn them over to Habitat for Humanity or another such group to build them up for the intended resident population. If CRA is putting money into it, CRA should become the controlling interest to make sure something happens. It is not known how stable PBCHA's management (change in 3 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida May 2, 2019 personnel) will be going forward to make sure objectives are continued. Chair Cross stressed the political factor and rather than offering anything specific, offer "appropriate assistance," and leave it nebulous by design. The ongoing approach and intended outcome were then discussed. Mr. Simon recommended rather than giving money and losing control, have the CRA be in control, and he followed by reading the letter provided to the Board. He was not sure there will be a response at all. Five of the lots are being considered as a test case to start the dialogue. There should be attention to crafting language that will exist beyond fluctuations in management staffs going forward. Ms. Gordon added that what type of housing should be considered, but to otherwise let the project go forward. Motion made by Mr. Devlin, seconded by Mr. Maharajh, to go forward with the Letter of Intent. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously (7-0). 8. CRA Board Items for CRAAdvisory Board Review and Recommendations A. Old Business 1. Consideration and Recommendations of the Conceptual Design and Development Terms for the CRA's MLK Jr. Blvd Redevelopment Project Chair Cross gave an introduction to the discussion, opening the floor to public comments; however, there were none. Mr. Devlin wondered if any of the previous citizen comments were adopted. Mr. Simon stated Staff is putting together a bullet point list; nothing has been adopted thus far. Meetings are to gather public comment; however, not all comments have impact on decision making. Amenities were discussed, such as weighing out options with the Developer and finding out what types of businesses the community wants. Security of the project is important; long term maintenance, and management history of the developer will be addressed at the next meeting. Assurances cannot be given until the project is built. Points for amenities and services to be considered, whether or not they can be included in the contract, were further discussed. It was noted that nothing should be done to discourage businesses and services (such as medical offices and grocery markets) from participating. Ms. Gordon's take from the many meetings she has attended are concerns that nothing was concrete as far as the pricing, the requirements, and that there has been a lot of talk and no actions. The public wants to see more concrete action and not just a long series of meetings, in other words, what's going to happen, if it's going to happen, when it's going to happen, and how it's going to happen for real. The community wants to know that their opinions are being considered. 4 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida May 2, 2019 Mr. Devlin's input was regarding the contract, how much it will cost, and if this project will be the result of taking advantage of funding opportunities. The end result should be the project continuing to move forward. Rent rates were then discussed, it was noted these are set by law (on a chart that has been presented at every meeting). Mr. Simon summarized that the meetings are being held to let the public know what is being built; that the intent of the CRA is to encourage an affordable housing project; a request of funding to charge certain rents, the eligibility requirements, and so on. The developer has to begin the process of income eligibility verifications. Also noted is that annual eligibility inspections will be made. Chair Cross stressed the point that the CRA is trying to do something for the community by making sure that the community wants it. But the community wants to make sure this will not be another "Boynton Terrace." The public is skeptical; but there are really very few unknowns with this developer, who was chosen mostly due to experience and the due diligence the CRA staff has given to the project. Further general discussion followed. Mr. Simon summarized that not all possibilities have been exhausted; the developer will not purchase any properties until under contract; other properties suggested are not under contract, with some properties still only conceptually in the plans. What is needed now is gaining the public's trust on how the project will look in ten years. In a closing comment from the floor, Rev. Wright encouraged that people quit looking negatively at the people to be served in this community, gave an overview of the history of the neighborhood, and asked to instead look at the culture this project could promote. B. New Business 1. Consideration and Recommendations of Purchase for the Property Located at 417 N. Federal Highway Chair Cross ascertained that $210,000 is the appraised value of 15% of an acre. It does not appear that this building is one that the CRA would want to keep, or will it become parking? Mr. Simon said it will be purchased through tax deed sales, the initial offer would be $21,253. There is another property in same complex, the location is too vital to ignore. It is adjacent to City property on Federal Highway. General discussion followed regarding adjoining and nearby properties. Twenty percent over appraisal will be considered. Motion made by Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr. Gordon, to recommend to CRA Board to max/cap the purchase not to exceed $252,000. In a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously (7-0). 5 Meeting Minutes CRA Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida May 2, 2019 9. Future Agenda Items - None 10. Adjournment Upon motion duly made and seconded, the meeting was adjourned at 8:11 p.m. Attachments: Power Point Neighborhood Officer Program Report, 2nd Quarter FY 2018-2019 [Minutes transcribed by M. Moore, Prototype, Inc.] 6