Potentially Dangerous Fire Weather Conditions
Please Note – St. Johns County is experiencing potentially dangerous fire weather conditions due to lack of significant rainfall in our area. Although SJC is not currently under a burn ban, Fire Rescue officials strongly advise residents to delay all outdoor burning until drought conditions improve. The Solid Waste Department offers free curbside yard debris pickup at most locations. Residents are strongly encouraged to utilize this service. For information on current drought conditions or wildfire safety, please visit the Florida Forest Service or contact Lt. Jeremy Robshaw (904) 209-1750. Fire Danger.
- Fiscal Year 2013 Budget – Administrator's Budget Hearings Schedule and Details.
- It's kitty season! The Pet Center is overflowing with cats and kittens so you can get a fabulous furry, purry friend for just $30 which includes spay / neuter, rabies vaccination and shots! It's Catagious!
- Development Review Manual – The Growth Management Department is updating the DRM to comply with recent Land Development Code changes most of which streamline the review process. Changes also include updated contact information, links to related documents, and application forms that can be filled out on your computer. A number of sections are completed and we will be adding more. If you have any questions, please contact Betty Sue Stepp, Project Liaison, at bsstepp@sjcfl.us.
- Sea Turtle Season began May 1 – To comply with regulations that protect the turtles and the Anastasia Island Beach Mouse, beach driving and lighting rules are in effect to October 31st. Beach driving is only allowed from 8:00 am to 7:30 pm. and all beachfront properties must reduce the impact of interior and exterior lights. Turtle season rules.
- Delinquent Tax Certificate Sale – The Tax Collector's office will hold a Delinquent Tax Certificate Sale Friday, June 1st. More information at www.sjctax.us.
- Lane Closures West King St – June 1st through July 30th, West King St from Mackey to North Whitney St will have periodic lane closures, as Florida Power & Light installs concrete poles. For more information, Rick Mauldin (904) 209-0134. Press Release.
- Marine Rescue receives the President's Award for Organizational Excellence in Marine Rescue Services. The award recognizes an agency for their outstanding contributions to Ocean Lifesaving. . Marine Rescue Receives Award.
- Fire Rescue Telephone Fundraising? Fire Rescue is not soliciting donations via telephone or any other means. Organizations should be thoroughly investigated prior to sending donations. If you receive these requests and have questions, please contact Fire Rescue at (904) 209-1700. Telemarketers not Associated with Fire Rescue.
- FY 2013 Arts, Culture & Heritage Grant Application – Through Arts and Culture programs, TDC funds enhance the visitor experience and contribute to residents’ quality of life. FY 2013 TDC funding information and applications.
- Board of County Commissioners' Meetings – May 15 meeting audio now online. Upcoming and archived Agendas can be found on the Clerk of Court website.
- Fair Housing Act – Housing discrimination is illegal. The Department of Housing and Urban Development is committed to ensuring that for everyone seeking a place to live, all housing is fair housing. Learn to recognize and report housing discrimination.
- Business Incentive Programs – The St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners share a unified commitment to attract new business development, to expand and diversify the tax base, and to create jobs for local residents. Incentive Programs.
- May Events at the Library – See what's happening at your local library.
- Palm Valley Area Sidewalk Improvements – Project powerpoint presentation, aerial photos, and design plans available through the Engineering Division.
- Request for Proposal – FY 2012 - 2013 Health and Human Services funding opportunity Request for Proposal and HHS Funding Availability FY 2013 Addendums 1 through 5, can be found in the HHS section of the website.
- Adult Arcade Amusement Centers and Electronic Game Promotions – St. Johns County has adopted Ordinance 2011-37, regulating the operation of Adult Arcade Amusement Centers and Electronic Game Promotions. More information.
- Board of County Commission Meeting Agendas – View agendas on the Clerk of Courts website. For information related to an agenda item, just click the text of that item.
- Need to Clean Out the Medicine Cabinet? Check out the Sheriff's Office Operation Medicine Cabinet pharmaceutical take back program.
- MySJCFL – Find out who your Commissioner is, what library branch is closest, school zones, House and Senate Districts, and more @ MySJCFL.
- Committees and Boards vacancies.
- Interested in proposed development projects? See the Development Permit Database.
- Drive in St. Johns County? Get road construction advisories at www.sjcfl.us/Traffic.
- Condrey & Associates Classification and Compensation System Report cover letter and summary report as presented to the Board of County Commissioners.
Public Records
Government records may be seen and copied from a records custodian at the County Administration building, via specific County Departments responsible for their own records, from records custodians at Elected Officials Offices and at other levels of government such as state agencies, local, county and state authorities.
Public records requests may be made by completing the Public Records Request Form or contacting us directly. For more information, please contact Bill Sheroke, Board of County Commissioners Information Services @ wsheroke@sjcfl.us, or by phone: 904-827-6863.
Fair Housing, Equal Employment Opportunities and/or Americans with Disabilities Act Procedures
For questions about Fair Housing, Equal Employment Opportunities and/or Section 504 procedures regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the St Johns County Compliance Officer, Wayne Pacetti at (904) 209-0652.
