Minutes 08-23-21 Draft
w CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH
RECREATION&PARKS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
100 E. Ocean Avenue, Boynton Beach
August 23, 2021, 6:30 p.m.
PRESENT: STAFF:
Julie Mondello, Chair Kacy Young, Recreation & Parks Director
Elizabeth Pierce-Roe Leslie May, Prototype, Inc.
Joel Barsky
Eugene Fagan
Charles Kanter
James Jenkins
GUESTS:
None
I. Call to Order
Chair Mondello called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m.
11. Pledge of Allegiance
111. Roll Call
Roll was called and a quorum was present.
IV. Agenda Approval —August 23, 2021
Motion duly made and seconded for the August 23, 2021, agenda approval. In a voice
vote, the motion passed unanimously (6-0).
V. Approval of Minutes — July 26, 2021
Motion duly made and seconded for the July 26, 2021, meeting. In a voice vote, the
motion passed unanimously (6-0).
VI. Unfinished Business — This item was heard under New Business.
VI 1. New Business
a. Department Administrative Manual
Mr. Young presented the draft department manual to the board and explained that as
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required by their accreditation process, the manual was reviewed and updated every five
years. Mr. Young asked if the board had any questions or comments relating to the
manual and there were none.
b. MILK, "I Have a Dream" Event
Chair Mondello noted that the event was being held this coming weekend with a reception
on Friday night beginning at 5:30 p.m. where student artwork would be displayed in the
Arts and Cultural Center.
Mr. Jenkins asked why the event was being held now and who planned the event.
Mr. Young explained that the event was scheduled to be held back in January but was
delayed due to the COVID 19 pandemic. He added that the new date marked the
anniversary of Dr. King's "I have a Dream" speech and that the event had been planned
by the Dr. Martin Luther King Committee.
Mr. Young asked if there would be another event in January 2022 and if this current event
was advertised.
Chair Mondello responded to Mr. Jenkins' concerns about publicity and turnout and
discussion ensued about the various avenues taken to advertise and the invitations that
were sent. Mr. Young provided further details.
c. Jumpstart Tutoring Program
Mr. Young explained the ideas for and planning steps for the tutoring program. It is a free
program that was offered to 30 students that were moving from fourth to fifth grade.
d. Funfare — 2021 Fall
Mr. Young shared a copy of the recent issue of the City's Funfare magazine. He
explained that the magazine is available in print and online and covers all the Recreation
and Parks programs and summarizes the upcoming events.
e. Needs Assessment Report (moved from VI. Unfinished Business)
Mr. Young explained that the City's consultant, Dr. Meecham, had a scheduling conflict
with tonight's meeting but was hoping to attend remotely if possible. Mr. Young noted
that he had not yet heard from Dr. Meecham and did not see him online. Mr. Young
summarized that Dr. Meecham had interviewed all board members and stakeholders in
early 2020 as well as held community meetings to gather information for the overall
assessment. He noted that a random survey had been conducted online. Dr. Meecham's
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job was to collect and assess all the data and report the findings. He noted that there
had not been a lot of feedback, so he was looking for better ways to connect with the
community. Mr. Young stated that the limited feedback received showed that there was
a heavy desire for aquatics and health and fitness. He was pleased that the feedback
showed that residents felt safe in the City's facilities. Discussion ensued amongst the
board members. Mr. Young added that the consultant will make a final report with all of
the findings and recommendations, and it will be made accessible to the public.
VIII. Public Audience — None.
IX. Items for the City Manager's Attention — None.
Mr. Jenkins asked for the City Manager to consider holding a carnival event that would
help raise money for City events. He mentioned a carnival he attends annually at the All-
Saints Catholic School located in the City of Sunrise.
Mr. Fagan suggested combining the carnival with the annual Pirates Fest event.
Mr. Jenkins noted that the City needs to have a "home-coming" type of event to help all
residents feel welcome.
Mr. Fagan stated that 1200 trees were being delivered to Quantum Park and wanted
direction on where to place the trees within the park.
X. Future Agenda Items
a. Arts and cultural Center Update — September 27. 2021
Mr. Young announced the upcoming event and noted that Diane Valentini will give a future
update after the event.
XI. Next Meeting — September 27, 2021
VII. Adjournment
With no further business to discuss, upon motion duly made and seconded, Chair
Mondello adjourned the meeting at 7:29 p.m.
[Minutes transcribed by L. May, Prototype, Inc.]
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