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Founder and CEO Travis Zalesco and employees told the CRA and commissioners that JetRide — founded in West Palm Beach in 2017 — has provided thousands of trips and made boating more accessible for teachers, nurses and retirees who otherwise would not own boats. Several speakers, including members and employees, described JetRide as a community amenity and said removing its downtown location would limit access for locals. Several speakers cited petitions and membership support.

During the public‑comment period, City Attorney Rothenberg said the city does not and never has had a contract with JetRide for exclusive use of the public docks. She told the board the city’s lease of submerged land from the state requires that dockage be provided free to the general public on a first‑come, first‑served basis and that a membership program occupying slips would violate the state lease. Rothenberg said continued use by JetRide in the current manner “violates our lease with the state,” which is why the city asked JetRide to cease that use.

Speakers asked for a path forward and urged city leaders to explore legal or operational alternatives that would allow JetRide to remain downtown. Evan Bell, a JetRide employee, asked for “an open line of communication” with the city. Founder Travis Zalesco said, “We’re here to ask for a conversation and a path forward.” Several speakers described personal and economic benefits from JetRide’s downtown presence, saying members frequently patronize nearby businesses.

Commissioner Fox asked that Rothenberg’s explanation be made part of the public record; Rothenberg reiterated that the city must comply with the terms of its submerged‑lands lease to maintain rent‑free dock rights and avoid state penalties. The CRA did not take formal action on the matter during the meeting; staff and commissioners said they will continue to explore options and directed members of the public to contact Parks and Recreation and the city attorney’s office for follow‑up.

The City’s Parks & Recreation director and the city attorney’s office were present for follow‑up conversations; the CRA adjourned after the public‑comment period.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","CRA Meeting - May 12, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Multiple residents and JetRide representatives urged the city to allow JetRide boat club use at downtown public docks; City Attorney said the city's submerged‑lands lease with the state requires free, first‑come, first‑served dockage and that a membership program occupying slips would violate the lease.","taxTitle","West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida","taxId",4250,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6063061,"CRA approves final extension for Skunk Works conveyance at 520 Northwood with December deadline",847,1293000,2140000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3274171-e26e8de0b23df0cae8f7e66d44a7105f&start=1293&end=2140","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3274171-e26e8de0b23df0cae8f7e66d44a7105f/thumbnail_1293000.jpg","/articles/6063061/West-Palm-Beach/Palm-Beach-County/Florida/CRA-approves-final-extension-for-Skunk-Works-conveyance-at-520-Northwood-with-December-deadline","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6063061-df5e4b62275dd9988e0f9b237fe6dfc0/orig.mp4?Expires=1771163001&Signature=DN~HMIgYVtokPVQhFiG5kKJ~X6vGpCAPB8GOQLNUqgylunn9rpWmf1lDGvWJeZWHrShMd-q~rrwkXqWR-uZDRO0fGCYMdylfHA-JbvJP-DcDAELf9ueAtGWxURiSOnDLpS24wDdl6f05dr8S3cG-uJ~MpZKan44XwU1WTl2QifUzunIc6k2r77SAPmAdvNiL9LJws1xZ5UQtAJ6ayRCUfbStmd7TC4Be-Ciaw~npraAPyKKMe~C9qyfVhkYfl~i84PegRYEPsp4nbvBK87T~G4mT2PjZIHXLDgbf0DEorvOP~bPW7nqaczIKwo9YL249r0xRursLD0itAJhJafr4gA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of West Palm Beach Community Redevelopment Agency on May 12 approved a second amendment extending the deadline for completion of construction at 520 Northwood, the property conveyed to Skunk Works, with staff saying the extension will run to Dec. 1 and is intended to be the final extension.

Kelsey King, CRA project manager, reviewed the property’s history and the proposed extension under resolution 25‑24. The agency originally conveyed the property (initial bids and conveyance referenced as occurring in 2019–2020); the parcel was conveyed for no purchase price on condition that the recipient fund and complete the build‑out. King said the property conveyance included a stipulation that the recipient would not be eligible for additional CRA incentives.

King said the project missed the first deadline because the title was not in the owner’s name when permitting was submitted and because the design shifted from a one‑story concept to a three‑story concept and later reverted, causing additional permitting delays. She told the board the building permit was issued March 7, 2025, and that construction progress has occurred since then. Staff recommended approval of the second amendment to extend the deadline to Dec. 1 under the condition that it be the final extension.

Commissioner Charles Peduzzi asked whether the operator had acted in good faith and questioned why the project has stretched from initial bids in 2019 to 2025. King and staff said the owner has engaged with CRA staff and that the building permit issuance in March was a material step. Stephen Carlson of Scott Courts LLC, who identified himself as representing the project, told the board the most recent delays were caused by multiple failed plan reviews; he said “we failed 4 reviews” for minor issues such as a door drawn the wrong way, and that coordinating multiple consultants slowed the process.

Commissioners pressed about enforcement options if work again lapses; staff said that under normal circumstances the property would be conveyed back to the CRA and re‑solicited publicly, but that legal review of the precise mechanics of repossession had not yet been completed. King said CRA staff is confident the current contractor expects to finish well before Dec. 1, and the owner told the board he expects a certificate of occupancy “a few months” before the deadline if the contractor’s schedule holds.

The board voted unanimously to approve resolution 25‑24. The extension is conditioned as staff presented; staff will monitor construction and report back if further delays occur.","The CRA granted a second and reportedly final extension to Skunk Works to complete build‑out at 520 Northwood, moving the completion deadline to Dec. 1 after a March building permit and a series of earlier delays; the board unanimously approved Resolution 25‑24.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6063065,"West Palm Beach CRA to begin lease talks for pop-up skating rink at 901 N. Tamarind",970,292000,1262000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3274171-e26e8de0b23df0cae8f7e66d44a7105f&start=292&end=1262","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3274171-e26e8de0b23df0cae8f7e66d44a7105f/thumbnail_292000.jpg","/articles/6063065/West-Palm-Beach/Palm-Beach-County/Florida/West-Palm-Beach-CRA-to-begin-lease-talks-for-pop-up-skating-rink-at-901-N-Tamarind","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6063065-2d5a1169ac294bf70e1e42bc99f8725d/orig.mp4?Expires=1771163001&Signature=nefTz-mXSdJRjBAG41zk6mryS58hk080DobWC7UymqZeirB9Dp4cJO-WIEu-KHqasOpvGGAmUiJ4kK~T5YH1cC8nalS6OywdIze~b4LE7-TRhWDAxsHPvkKBHPXD7yrPZv7nZjywQUfwArT2WMkRF0ZKScaqRRcpLx7UtV8VuUTNcQJ5JNT~Ty0xQcGR4bjAVl2sC6coRRwRu9EjTBbF-skHGS-rntOZm5a3MN9b1RaiPH6iOpYUP8qWr9zML7Dp9h9tqjnl8sF1KSEQ7dEKsAd3zgnInbuBF-wNhLADvae~BBnij5VoNfpPtpTWxruTKp04sE9WfbQ0GDulEWHopw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of West Palm Beach Community Redevelopment Agency voted unanimously on May 12 to begin negotiations with TJ Spot LLC over a proposed short-term lease at 901 North Tamarind Avenue.

The action starts formal talks over a plan by TJ Spot, an operator of pop-up roller‑skating rinks, to occupy a semi‑permanent outdoor site at the Tamarind Avenue property while the CRA considers longer‑term redevelopment. The agency voted to “commence negotiations” on resolution 25‑17; the board unanimously approved the motion.

Jade Green, deputy director with the CRA, told the board that the site — acquired by the CRA in 2022 and previously used for auto sales — is adjacent to De Best Barbecue and that the agency received a single proposal, from TJ Spot. Green said the proposal would include youth fitness and wellness programs, continued family events, and the creation of an estimated three to five full‑time jobs. The applicant requested a $95,000 development grant to outfit the site and proposed a rent of $800 per month; Green said rent and grant figures will be evaluated during negotiations.

The CRA shared an economic manager’s analysis projecting an annual wage expenditure impact of about $218,000 and estimated property and sales tax of $93,000, for a subtotaled annual economic impact of roughly $311,000. Green also presented three cost scenarios the agency evaluated for siting the operation — full building rehab ($298,000), new modular ($283,000), and refurbishing used containers the CRA already holds ($214,000) — and said the CRA favors a used modular approach as a cost‑saving interim solution while preserving flexibility for future, larger mixed‑use development on the parcel.

Commissioners asked staff to confirm that container structures are allowed in the area and to clarify which costs are included. Green said planning had confirmed no prohibition on containers and that the CRA had spare used containers available for refurbishment, and that the container refurbishment and site work estimates include demolition, permitting, and landscaping; the requested $95,000 grant would be separate and intended to outfit rink‑specific equipment and site improvements if the board decides to award it.

Tawanna Teal, who identified herself as owner and founder of TJs Pop‑Up Rollerskating Rink, told the board she had not yet applied for other grants and said she is working with local partners, including BBIC and a fund she referred to as Quantum, which she said had provided a $10,000 grant to her business. Teal said she has been operating pop‑ups at CRA and city events and has been building revenue and inventory without outside grants, but that a lease commitment would strengthen future grant applications.

Commissioners expressed support for a locally rooted business activating a long‑vacant site and for using the interim container option to limit upfront public spending. Staff recommended approval to commence negotiations; the board approved resolution 25‑17 unanimously and directed staff to return with a negotiated lease for final approval at a future meeting, likely in June or July.

The CRA will continue negotiations with TJ Spot and return to the board with a proposed lease agreement and any recommended development grant or rental terms.","The Community Redevelopment Agency voted unanimously to begin negotiations with TJ Spot LLC for a short-term lease at 901 North Tamarind Avenue, a semi-permanent outdoor skating rink proposal seeking a $95,000 development grant and a proposed $800 monthly rent.","actionData","errors"]

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