A debate took place in St. Johns County regarding a dune restoration project in Ponte Vedra Beach. The project has a total cost of $40 million, with the state contributing $30 million and St. Johns County putting up $8.4 million. This leaves a remaining shortfall of $1.6 million, in addition to ongoing maintenance costs. The emergency management department proposed dividing the funding between two taxing districts, with homeowners on the south side of the beach paying more than those on the north side. Several residents attended the commission meeting, urging for equal contributions from all homeowners. During the meeting, Commissioner…
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St. Johns County Commission gives green light to major housing development near Greenbriar Road
The St. Johns County Commission has given its approval for the development of a sizable neighborhood located off Greenbriar Road. The decision was reached during a recent meeting of the commission. The neighborhood, which is set to be constructed in St. Johns County, will consist of a significant number of residential units. The specific details regarding the size and scope of the project have not been provided in the report. However, with the commission’s approval, it can be inferred that the project has met the necessary requirements and regulations set forth by the county. The development of this neighborhood off…
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St. Johns County School District Holds School Rezoning Meetings for New K-8s
The St. Johns County School District is facing the challenge of reorganizing school zones to accommodate an increasing number of students. A town hall meeting was held at Bartram Trail High School to gather public input on proposed changes to attendance zones for grades K through 8 at two yet-to-be-named schools, referred to as NN and OO schools. The school board presented six plans for review and sought feedback from the public during the meeting. The board plans to vote on the proposed changes in November, aiming to alleviate current and future issues of school overcrowding. However, some parents expressed…
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St. Johns County Leaders Scramble After Developers Fail To Live Up To Commitments
St. Johns County leaders are addressing an unfinished road project that has caused significant traffic issues in the area, particularly for Beachside High School. The project, which aimed to widen County Road 210, was not completed by the developer responsible. Interim County Administrator Joy Andrews explained that the project was a developer’s responsibility as part of the Twin Creeks development obligation. Despite several meetings between the county and the developer, the project remains incomplete. The traffic situation has become a major frustration for the community, considering County Road 210’s significant intersection with Interstate 95. The developer’s president strongly disputed the…
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