Over 7,400 workers in education, healthcare, and law enforcement in St. Johns County, Florida, cannot afford to buy a home in the county, according to a study presented to the county’s Board of Commissioners. The county, which has the least affordable housing in the area, has a median home price of $510,000 and a median rent for a three-bedroom home of $2,290. The St. Johns County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) has recommended focusing on five key priorities to address the issue, including flexible densities, modification of impact fees, public land inventory, impact fee credit transfers, and accessory residential dwelling…
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St. Johns County switches trash service providers after two decades
St. Johns County, Florida, has awarded a $28.2 million contract to FCC Environmental Services for trash pickup, replacing the two companies that have provided the service for the past 20 years. The change, which was approved by a 4-1 vote, will result in a $170 increase in costs to residents over the next five years. The current contracts with Republic Services and Waste Management, which serve the northern and southern parts of the county respectively, will expire in July 2024. FCC’s bid was significantly lower than those from Meridian Waste, Waste Pro, and Waste Management. FCC will begin its seven-year…
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St. Augustine Fishing Report
Ahoy, Fellow Anglers! Captain Adam Morley here casting the net wide to bring you the latest tales from the waters around St. Augustine and its neighboring fishing sanctuaries. As the year winds down, our finned friends are still putting on a dazzling performance. Trout Tango – A Sizzling But Petite Affair: The trout bite is cranking up the heat, but it seems like the size is playing a game of hide-and-seek. While they may be on the smaller side, the action is electrifying, making each catch a quick thrill. Sheepshead Shuffle – Still Grooving with Sand Fleas and Fiddler Crabs:…
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St. Augustine Fishing Report
By Capt. Adam Morley Greetings, Anglers! As we navigate the waters of Saint Augustine and its surrounding areas, one thing becomes abundantly clear – fishing success is a dance with nature’s variables. Tides, moon phases, cold fronts, and winds are all players in this watery symphony, and how active the fish are depends on how well we can read the notes. Recent Conditions and the Cold Front Shuffle:With a recent cold front sweeping through, conditions have been like a complex rhythm challenging even the most seasoned anglers. Leading up to the front, reports hinted at successful outings, but as the…
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