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| James Johns District 1 Board of County Commissioners P: 904.209.0301 C: 904.615.7437 bcc1jjohns@sjcfl.us ____________________ |
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Upcoming
Meetings
FEBRUARY
2/1 - Planning and Zoning Agency
2/5 - Ponte Vedra Zoning and Adjustment Board
2/6 - Board of County Commissioners
2/15 - Planning and Zoning Agency
2/20 - Board of County Commissioners
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MARCH
3/1 - Planning and Zoning Agency
3/5 - Ponte Vedra Zoning and Adjustment Board
3/6 - Board of County Commissioners
3/12 - Tourist Development Council
3/15 - Planning and Zoning Agency
3/20 - Board of County Commissioners
All meeting dates are subject to change. Please visit
www.sjcfl.us
for current meeting information.
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Upcoming
Shows
For upcoming St. Augustine Amphitheatre or Ponte Vedra Concert Hall events please call 904.209.0367 or visit the events
website.
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Thank you for registering for the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners District 1 newsletter. Inside you will find an update regarding projects and events in District 1 and timely information about St. Johns County programs, services, and initiatives.
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St. Johns County District 1 Update
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As we enter February, the Commission will discuss the construction Impact Fee, possibly adjusting it, and the adjustment's potential impact on both residential and commercial development. The revenue generated by this fee can only be applied to the cost of new infrastructure including roads, parks, schools, jails, fire stations, and other projects that are necessary as a result of new development.
I am an advocate of commercial development, which is desired by our community and employs our residents; however, it creates demand on our infrastructure, requiring more lanes on existing roads, new roads, new utility lines, and public safety, all of which require additional funding. Understandably, no one wants to pay a higher cost for a new home or new business. Increased taxes and fees impact buyers, sellers, realtors, and many other people and businesses.
As a County, our challenge is to identify funding sources for essential services to maintain free-flowing roadways, recreation facilities, law enforcement, and fire protection and EMS services. In this regard, I regularly ask individuals and organizations, "How do you want to pay for the cost of our wonderful quality of life?" The sincere question is often met with silence or a recommendation to require someone else pay for the necessary infrastructure and services, which is not a realistic solution. Simply halting all new construction is also not a viable option. The County is not allowed to stop residential building through higher impact fees without also impacting commercial development.
St. Johns County has so many wonderful quality-of-life features that attract people to our community. If we discontinue supply, and demand continues, the cost of living dramatically increases. We all live here and want to continue to enjoy a wonderful quality of life and need to work together as a community of long-time and recent residents to answer the question of how we pay for it.
I ask you to participate in this tough decision-making process. Call me at 904.615.7437, email me at bcc1jjohns@sjcfl.us, or attend a County Commission meeting and let us know what you think. I encourage you to get engaged in your community and help us ensure our County remains the best place to live.
Respectfully,
James K. Johns
District 1
St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners
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Volunteer Opportunities with St. Johns County Boards and Committees
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The St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners provides residents who have an interest in participating in their local government with a variety of board and commission opportunities. Depending on the board or commission, the volunteer positions consider and make recommendations regarding a myriad of topics including planning and zoning issues, development projects, the library, parks and recreation facilities and programs, and arts, culture, and tourism matters. Please visit the Boards and Commission Webpage to view an updated list of board and commission vacancies and download an application, or contact the Board of County Commissioners office at
904.209.0300 or mlundquist@sjcfl.us for more information.
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2018 Beach Driving Passes On Sale
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2018 St. Johns County Beach Driving Passes are now on sale for residents and visitors. St. Johns County resident passes are $50, non-resident passes are $100, and handicap passes are $40. Passes will be available during normal business hours at the following locations through March 1, 2018:
* Tax Collector's Main Office - 4030 Lewis Speedway.
* Tax Collector's DuPont Center - 6658 US1 South.
* Tax Collector's Julington Creek Office - 725 Flora Branch Blvd.
* Tax Collector's Ponte Vedra Office - 5430 Palm Valley Rd.
* St. Johns County Beach Services Office - 901 Pope Rd.
* St. Johns County Ocean and Fishing Pier Gift Shop - 350 A1A Blvd.
 Residents must present a valid I.D. with a St. Johns County address or present proof of property tax payments in St. Johns County to purchase a resident pass. When requesting a handicap pass, a handicap hang-tag or proof of qualification must be presented. Disabled military are eligible for a free annual pass by presenting military I.D. or a letter from Veterans Affairs verifying 100% disabled status. Vehicles accessing the beach do not need a beach pass until March 1, 2018.
For more information about annual beach driving passes, please call the St. Johns County Beach Services Office at 904.209.0331. Visit the Reach the Beach Mobile App or
www.sjcfl.us/Beaches for current beach access updates and beach driving conditions.
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Adopt a Pet from the St. Johns County Pet Center
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 Thinking about adopting a four-legged friend? Let the St. Johns County Pet Center, 130 North Stratton Road, help you find your next furry friend! Kittens, cats, puppies, and dogs are eagerly waiting to be adopted and become part of your family. All pets are micro-chipped and spayed/neutered, and families are invited to interact with potential pets to determine compatibility. The Pet Center is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. For more information on adoption fees or the adoption process, please call the Pet Center at 904.209.6190 or visit www.sjcfl.us/animalcontrol.
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St. Johns County UF/IFAS Florida-Friendly Friday Workshops
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 The St. Johns County UF/IFAS Extension is offering a series of Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ (FFL) workshops to provide in-depth training on the nine principles of FFL at the St. Johns County Wind Mitigation Building, 3111 Agricultural Center Drive. Workshops cost $10 per person and pre-registration is required as space is limited. For dates, times, and registration links, please see the list below. For more information, please call 904.209.0430.
February 23, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Water Efficiently and Fertilize Appropriately.
March 30, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Attract Wildlife and Manage Yard Pest Responsibly.
April 27, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Recycle Yard Waste, Mulch, Reduce Stormwater Runoff, and Protect the Waterfront.
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Join SJC and the Easter Bunny for Free Easter Egg Hunts
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St. Johns County Parks and Recreation is hosting free Easter Egg Hunts at multiple park locations on Thursday, March 29 and Saturday, March 31. Children eight years old and younger are invited to participate at the following parks:
Thursday, March 29 at 11 a.m.
Veterans Park, 1332 Veterans Parkway, St. Johns
Palencia Park, 405 Palencia Village Dr., St. Augustine
Saturday, March 31 at 11 a.m.Â
Treaty Park, 1595 Wildwood Dr., St. Augustine
Al Wilke Park, 6140 Main St., Hastings
 Please bring a basket for collection. Eggs and treats will be provided. The Easter Bunny will be available for pictures at 10:30 a.m. and again after each Easter Egg Hunt. Parents are invited to bring their own cameras for photographs. For more information, please call 904.209.0377.
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Mickler's Landing Beachfront Park Temporary Closures
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The Mickler's Landing Beachfront Park, including the parking lot, beach access, and all related facilities, will experience intermittent, temporary closures through spring 2018 while the site is utilized as a staging area for beach restoration associated with Hurricane Irma. Visitors are encouraged to exercise caution when visiting Mickler's Landing Beach during this time as heavy equipment will be present on the beach until restoration efforts are complete. To find information on other St. Johns County beach access points, please visit www.sjcfl.us/beaches. For more information, please call 904.209.0322.
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St. Johns County Holiday Hours
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Presidents' Day - February 19
All departments of the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners, St. Johns County Administrative offices, library branches, and the Pet Center will be closed Monday, February 19 in observance of Presidents' Day. All offices and branches will resume standard business hours on Tuesday, February 20.
Garbage, recycling, and yard debris collection schedules will not be affected. The Tillman Ridge and Stratton Road solid waste scale houses will remain open on the holiday during standard business hours.
Good Friday - March 30
All departments of the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners, St. Johns County Administrative offices, library branches, and the Pet Center will be closed Friday, March 30 in observance of Good Friday. All library branches and the Pet Center will reopen on Saturday, March 31. All other offices will resume standard business hours on Monday, April 2.
Garbage, recycling, and yard debris collection schedules will not be affected. The Tillman Ridge and Stratton Road solid waste scale houses will remain open on the holiday during standard business hours.
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