Clay public meetings in 2022

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance applications. The first seeks to reduce a side setback from 20 ft. to 10 ft. in the AR zoning district. The second requests permission to place an accessory structure in the front yard of a lot under one acre in the AG zoning district.

• Public hearing on variance BOA 22-19 to reduce side setback from 20 ft. to 10 ft. in AR zoning district
• Public hearing on variance BOA 22-20 to allow accessory structure in front yard in AG zoning district
• Approval of minutes from the September 22, 2022 meeting
• Public comment periods are scheduled before and after hearings

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance to reduce side setbacks for a home in the AR zoning district. A request to allow an accessory structure in a front yard was continued to a future meeting.

• Approved September 22, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections (5-0)
• Approved BOA-22-19 to reduce side setbacks from 20-foot to 14-foot on both sides (5-0)
• Continued BOA-22-20 regarding a front yard accessory structure until January 26, 2023 (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board will hold multiple public hearings, including adoption of a comprehensive impact fee ordinance for various county facilities and several rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment applications. They will also consider contracts for a courthouse security system upgrade ($1.4M) and a smart corridor project ($145,780), among other items.

• Public hearing on adoption of Clay County Comprehensive Impact Fee Ordinance for government, jails, fire/rescue, law enforcement, parks, and library facilities
• Agreement with Miller Electric Company for courthouse access security system upgrade, $1,407,312.41
• Memorandum of Agreement with Smart North Florida, Inc. for Smart Corridor along Wells Road, $145,780
• Final public hearing on rezoning 1153 Clay Street from AR to PS-1 for a daycare facility
• Final public hearing on CPA-2022-16 and PID-2022-10 changing a parcel from Rural Residential to Industrial

The Board approved a Comprehensive Impact Fee Ordinance for government, fire, law enforcement, parks, and library facilities effective June 1, 2023. The Board also approved several land use changes and a $1.4M courthouse security upgrade. A request to change land use for a multi-family development on Blanding Boulevard was denied.

• Approved Comprehensive Impact Fee Ordinance effective June 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved $1,407,312.41 agreement with Miller Electric Company for courthouse security upgrades (5-0)
• Approved $145,780.00 agreement with Smart North Florida, Inc. for Wells Road smart corridor (5-0)
• Approved $2.1M School Concurrency agreement for Branan Field Park (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1153 Clay Street to PS-1 for a daycare facility (5-0)
• Approved land use change and rezoning for a cabinetry warehouse (5-0)
• Denied future land use map change for multi-family development on Blanding Boulevard (4-1)
• Approved $41,083.00 subscription payment to OpenGov, Inc. (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Clay County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment applications. Items include a corrective FLUM amendment, rezoning 0.51 acres to Public Services, modifying the Governors Park DRI/PUD, changing two parcels to Urban Core 16, and converting a rural parcel to Industrial. One rezoning application (REZ 2022-23) has been withdrawn by the applicant.

• REZ 2022-23 withdrawn by applicant — no hearing will be held
• CPA 2022-21: amend FLUM to reflect NE FL Greenway Trail segment along SR 21
• Z-2022-24: rezone 0.51 acres from Agricultural/Residential to Public Services 1
• CPA-2022-17 & REZ-2022-25: change two parcels from Commercial/UC-10 to UC-16 and rezone from BB/BB-2/PUD
• CPA-2022-16 & PID-2022-10: change one parcel from Rural Residential to Industrial and rezone to Planned Industrial Development

The Commission approved a multi-family residential rezoning and an industrial land use change despite resident opposition. It also approved amendments for a multi-use trail and the Governors Park DRI. One rezoning application was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved CPA 2022-21 to add NE FL Greenway Trail segment to comprehensive plan (6-0)
• Approved CPA 2022-12 corrective amendment to Future Land Use Map (7-0)
• Approved Z-2022-24 rezoning 0.51 acres to Public Services 1 for a daycare (5-1)
• Approved PUD amendment and development order for Governors Park DRI (7-0)
• Approved CPA-2022-17 changing land use to Urban Core 16 (5-2)
• Approved REZ-2022-25 rezoning parcels to Multi-family Residential RD-4 (5-2)
• Approved CPA-2022-16 changing land use to Industrial (4-2)
• Approved PID-2022-10 rezoning from AR to Planned Industrial Development (4-2)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee will consider awarding multiple contracts, including a $451,295.35 bid for exhaust extractors at fire stations and a $1,783,983 grant agreement for CR 220 intersection improvements. They will also discuss franchise agreements for container service, grant applications for recycling carts and derelict vessel removal, and a donation of surplus property.

• Bid No. 22/23-5: Award to Safe Air Corporation for $451,295.35 for exhaust extractors at fire stations 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 22, 23, 24, 25, and 26
• Bid No. 22/23-8: Award to Two Fold Water Engineering for inspection of county-owned water treatment facilities
• First Supplemental to LAP Agreement: $100,000 additional funds for CR 220 at Town Center Parkway intersection improvements
• LAP Agreement for CR 220 intersection improvements at Lakeshore Drive and Old Hard Road: $1,783,983
• Grant application to EPA for $4,000,000 to purchase 96-gallon recycling collection carts

The committee reviewed and recommended 12 items for the Board's December 13, 2022, consent agenda, including equipment awards, franchise agreements, and grant applications. No final approvals were made during the meeting as items were moved to the Board for action.

• Recommended award of $451,295.35 to Safe Air Corporation for exhaust extractors (2-0)
• Recommended award to Two Fold Water Engineering, Inc. for water facility inspections (2-0)
• Recommended approval of container service franchise agreements for 11 providers (2-0)
• Recommended $100,000 supplemental agreement for CR 220 intersection improvements (2-0)
• Recommended $2,644 agreement for Evergreen Lane pedestrian improvements (2-0)
• Recommended $1,783,983 grant agreement for CR 220 intersection improvements (2-0)
• Recommended approval of Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Annual Report (2-0)
• Recommended donation of surplus 1995 Flex Bus to C and C Ministries, Inc. (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners will review a presentation regarding a Development Impact Fee Study. This study analyzes fees required to fund public facilities such as fire, law enforcement, and parks through 2045.

• Presentation of Clay County Development Impact Fee Study Administrative Draft
• Proposed residential impact fees ranging from $2,729 to $6,103 per dwelling unit
• Proposed nonresidential impact fees for various commercial and industrial uses

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop to discuss a Development Impact Fee Study designed to fund infrastructure for future growth through 2045. No formal votes were taken; the Board requested further vetting and staff coordination with developers before the next meeting.

• Tabled formal adoption of impact fees pending further vetting
• Proposed $227.1M in non-impact fee funding to address existing facility deficiencies

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board will hold public hearings on several land-use changes, including a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment and a rezoning, both continued at the applicant's request. Commissioners will also consider business incentives for two projects, Project Gator and Project Buzz, and approve final plats for multiple subdivisions. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and a stormwater master plan update.

• Consideration of business incentives for Project Gator ($225M+, 80+ jobs) and Project Buzz ($26M, 90+ jobs)
• Final public hearing on CPA 2022-15, a small-scale FLUM change from Rural Fringe to Commercial (continued at applicant's request)
• Public hearing on Z-2022-22, rezoning 0.52 acres from AR to BA (continued at applicant's request)
• Final public hearing on CPA 2022-13, changing FLU designation from Rural Residential to Branan Field Rural Suburbs
• Public hearing on an ordinance extending the moratorium on residential density increases in the Lake Asbury Master Plan Area

The Board approved a one-year extension of the moratorium on land use amendments that increase residential density in the Lake Asbury Master Plan area. Other key actions included approving business incentives for two industrial projects and electing new leadership for 2023.

• Extended Lake Asbury residential density moratorium for one year (5-0)
• Approved business incentives for Project Gator (5-0)
• Approved business expansion incentives for Project Buzz (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Holiday Schedule as presented (3-2)
• Approved text amendments for Lake Asbury Village Centers under 10 acres (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Traffic Circulation Map to add Radar Road, Town Center Blvd, and Tynes Blvd/Royal Lakes Parkway (5-0)
• Waived staff costs for lien reduction at 2696 Greenwood Lane (5-0)
• Elected Betsy Condon as Chair and James Renninger as Vice-Chair for 2023 (5-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee will consider eight business items, including a $262,771.97 playground equipment contract for W.E. Varnes Park and Island Forest Park, a $72,000/year lobbying services agreement, and a $26,498.98/month 911 network contract. Other items include advance payment for a pumper and ladder truck, a health insurance amendment, and a flooding vulnerability assessment grant amendment.

• Agreement with Playcore Wisconsin dba GameTime for $262,771.97 for playground equipment at W.E. Varnes Park and Island Forest Park (ARPA-funded)
• Agreement with The Southern Group of Florida, Inc. for lobbying services at $6,000/month ($72,000/year) for three years
• Advance payment for one Pumper Truck and one Ladder Truck from Ten-8 using Sourcewell contract
• Supplemental Agreement with AT&T for Emergency Services IP Network (ESInet) at $26,498.98/month for 60 months
• Seventh Amendment to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida administrative services agreement extending term to 12/31/2025

The committee voted to recommend eight separate agreements and funding requests be placed on the November 22, 2022, Board consent agenda. These items include park equipment, lobbying services, emergency vehicles, and grant amendments.

• Recommended $262,771.97 Playcore Wisconsin agreement for playground equipment (2-0)
• Recommended $6,000 monthly lobbying agreement with The Southern Group of Florida, Inc. (2-0)
• Recommended advance payment for Pumper and Ladder Trucks from Ten-8 (2-0)
• Recommended supplemental agreement with AT&T for Next Gen 911 services (2-0)
• Recommended Seventh Amendment to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of FL agreement (2-0)
• Recommended First Amendment to FL Dept of Environmental Protection flooding grant (2-0)
• Recommended Executive Compensation Attestation for FDACS grant (2-0)
• Recommended $4,000 TDC Sports Grant for Cattle at the Cove (2-0)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will discuss officer roles and nominate a new chairman following the resignation of Felician Hirsch. The board will also consider filling multiple vacancies across districts. No certificates of approval or other action items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of officer roles and nomination of new chairman
• Vacancies in Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and At Large (except District 5)
• Approval of minutes from September 1 and October 6, 2022 meetings

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board will hold a final public hearing on a zoning code change that would cap the number of residential units on lots narrower than 50 feet to 20% of total lots in a Planned Unit Development. Commissioners will also consider a road construction impact fee agreement for the County Road 218 extension, a $147,644 demolition contract for the voluntary home buyout program, and a vacation of a portion of Seminole Avenue right-of-way.

• Final public hearing on LDC-2022-16: limits narrow-lot homes in PUDs to 20% of total units
• Interlocal agreement with Shadowlawn CDD for CR 218 extension impact fee credits
• $147,644 demolition contract award for CDBG-DR Voluntary Home Buyout Program
• First reading of LDC 2022-07 exempting Lake Asbury Village Centers under 10 acres from use quantification
• Vacation of a portion of Seminole Avenue right-of-way near Shedd Road

The Board approved a zoning change limiting narrow residential lots in Planned Unit Developments to 20%. It also authorized participation in a Walmart opioid settlement and approved several interlocal and consulting agreements. The meeting included emergency updates regarding Tropical Storm Nicole.

• Approved LDC-2022-16 limiting PUD lots narrower than 50 feet to 20% of total lots (5-0)
• Approved participation in Walmart opioid settlement estimated at $336,000 local and $897,000 regional funds (5-0)
• Approved suspending yard waste fees at Rosemary Hill from Nov 11 to Nov 21, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Shadowlawn CDD for CR 218 Extension (5-0)
• Approved cooperative bid with Gate Fuel Services for gasoline and diesel (5-0)
• Approved continuing architectural/engineering agreements with GAI Consultants, Chen Moore & Associates, and Bhide & Hall Architects (5-0)
• Approved appointment of 6-11 members to Middleburg/Clay Hill Citizen Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Doug Conkey to North Florida TPO Citizen Advisory Committee (5-0)

Tourist Development Council

The Clay County Tourist Development Council will hear quarterly marketing reports from EVOK Advertising and Airstream Ventures, review budgets for fiscal years 2021-22 and 2022-23, and discuss the next steps for the Tourism Strategic Plan. The council will also approve minutes from the October 10, 2022 meeting and set meeting dates for 2023.

• EVOK Advertising quarterly marketing update with September 2022 performance data
• Airstream Ventures quarterly sports marketing report showing $66,000 annual contract and $6,000 tourism impact to date
• Final review of the 2018 Tourism Strategic Plan and its accomplishments
• Budget review for FY 21-22 and FY 22-23
• Setting 2023 meeting dates for the council

The Council approved a sports event grant for Cattle at the Cove and adopted the 2023 meeting schedule. Members also reviewed quarterly marketing and event reports and discussed priorities for the Tourism Strategic Plan.

• Approved $4,000 sports event grant for Cattle at the Cove (6-0)
• Approved October 10, 2022, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved 2023 TDC meeting dates (6-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is deciding on multiple contract awards and approvals, including playground equipment for W.E. Varnes Park and Island Forest Park, demolition services for a home buyout program, and unclaimed decedent disposition services. They will also consider agreements for roadway striping, data monitoring, rescue units, and various grants and budget resolutions.

• Award $262,771.97 to Playcore Wisconsin dba GameTime for playground equipment at W.E. Varnes Park and Island Forest Park (ARPA-funded)
• Award $147,644.00 to B&M Land Construction, Inc. for demolition services under the CDBG-DR Voluntary Home Buyout Program
• Award $999.00 per case to Eternity Funeral Home and Crematory for unclaimed decedent disposition services
• Approve $124,888.58 startup and maintenance agreement with FirstWatch Solutions for CAD and staffing data monitoring
• Accept $43,914.00 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) for the Sheriff's Office

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed several contracts, grant awards, and budget resolutions, recommending that all 11 business items be placed on the November 9, 2022, Board agenda. No final approvals were granted during this meeting as items were moved to the full Board for decision.

• Recommended $262,771.97 playground equipment award to Playcore Wisconsin dba GameTime (2-0)
• Recommended $147,644.00 demolition services award to B&M Land Construction, Inc. (2-0)
• Recommended $999.00 per case decedent disposition award to Eternity Funeral Home and Crematory of Jacksonville, LLC (2-0)
• Recommended roadway striping awards to Acme Barricades, LLC, P & P Striping, LLC, and Traffic Control Products of FL, Inc. (2-0)
• Recommended CAD and staffing data monitoring agreement with FirstWatch Solutions, Inc. (2-0)
• Recommended advance payment for four Braun rescue units (2-0)
• Recommended Equitable Sharing Agreement with Clay County Sheriff's Office (2-0)
• Recommended one-year container service renewal with Nixon's Outdoor Services, LLC (2-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold first public hearings on a comprehensive plan amendment to reclassify 23.52 acres on Live Oak Lane from Rural Residential to Branan Field Rural Suburbs, and on a zoning code change limiting narrow-lot homes in PUDs. One zoning application has been withdrawn. The commission will also review regional meeting times.

• CPA-2022-13: First hearing to change future land use on 23.52 acres at Live Oak Lane from Rural Residential to Branan Field Rural Suburbs
• LDC-2022-16: First hearing to limit residential lots narrower than 50 feet to no more than 20% of total lots in a PUD
• CPA-2022-15: Public hearing to amend 0.52 acres from Rural Fringe to Commercial
• Z-2022-22: Public hearing to rezone 0.52 acres from Agricultural/Residential to Neighborhood Business
• LDC-2022-14: Application withdrawn by applicant

The Commission approved a land use change for a cell tower and a code change limiting narrow lots in Planned Unit Developments. Two requests to rezone land for an emergency veterinary clinic were denied. The Commission also moved its regular meeting time to 5:00 pm.

• Approved staff report for CPA-2022-13 to change land use to Branan Field Rural Suburbs for a cell tower (5-2)
• Approved LDC-2022-16 to limit lots narrower than 50 feet to 20% of total lots in a PUD (4-3)
• Denied Z-2022-22 rezoning from Agricultural/Residential to Neighborhood Business for a vet clinic (7-0)
• Denied CPA-2022-15 land use change from Rural Fringe to Commercial for a vet clinic (7-0)
• Approved moving Planning Commission meeting start time to 5:00 pm (7-1)
• Scheduled January PC meeting for January 17, 2023, at 5:00 pm

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board will consider several major funding agreements, including a $957,582 contract with the Florida Department of Health for the Clay County Health Department and a $3.5 million amendment for owner's representative services for the Bonded Transportation Program. Public hearings are scheduled on impact fees for government, fire, law enforcement, parks, and library facilities, as well as a property purchase for the transportation program. Two rezoning requests have been continued to December.

• Funding agreement with State of Florida Department of Health for Health Department operations, not to exceed $957,582 plus $73,770 for two vehicles
• Sixth Amendment to Agreement with WGI, Inc. for Owner's Representative Services for Bonded Transportation Program, $3,532,555.78
• Public hearing on adoption of Comprehensive Impact Fee Ordinance for government, jails, fire, law enforcement, parks, and library facilities
• Public hearing on purchase of real property (Tax Parcel No. 22-05-25-010109-002-01) for Bonded Transportation Program
• Final public hearings on CPA-2022-07 and PUD-2022-07 continued to December 13, 2022

The Board approved a major roadway improvement project on Sandridge Road and a funding agreement for the County Health Department. A proposed comprehensive impact fee ordinance was postponed for 30 days following public opposition, and a new lobbying firm was selected via ranking.

• Approved $25,342,825 contract with Kiewit Infrastructure South Company for Sandridge Road improvements (5-0)
• Approved funding agreement for Clay County Health Department not to exceed $957,582 plus $73,770 for two vehicles (5-0)
• Approved $3,532,555.78 amendment for WGI, Inc. Owner’s Representative Services (5-0)
• Approved $600 purchase of real property on Sandridge Road for the Bonded Transportation Program (5-0)
• Approved resolution designating SR 100 as Veterans Honor Highway (5-0)
• Tabled comprehensive impact fee ordinance until December 13, 2022 (4-1)
• Ranked The Southern Group of Florida, Inc. as the top firm for professional lobbying services
• Tabled cooperative fuel bid with Gate Fuel Services, Inc. until next meeting (5-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance & Audit Committee will consider awarding a $846,030.39 construction contract to Hubbard Construction Company for intersection improvements at CR 220 and Town Center Boulevard. The committee will also review several other items, including a $3.5M amendment for transportation program services, a $1.5M state grant for a greenways expansion, and a $4M SAFER grant for firefighter staffing.

• Bid No. 21/22-54: $846,030.39 contract award to Hubbard Construction for CR 220/Town Center Blvd intersection improvements
• Sixth Amendment to Agreement with WGI, Inc. for $3,532,555.78 for Owner's Representative Services for the Bonded Transportation Program
• State-Funded Grant Agreement with FDOT for $1,500,000 for Greenways Expansion Project from Live Oak Lane to Jennings State Park
• Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant in the amount of $4,057,906.50 for firefighter staffing
• First Renewal to Agreement with Locality Media, Inc. dba First Due Size Up for $40,162.50 for public safety software modules

Planning Commission Meeting

This is a procedural meeting with only standard agenda items: approval of minutes, public comment, and old/new business. No specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are detailed in the provided agenda.

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on amending the Capital Improvement Plan and purchasing properties for a disaster recovery home buyout program. The board is also considering a land use change for 1,263 acres south of SR 16 from Commercial and Agriculture to Mixed Use and Urban Fringe.

• Proposed land use change for 1,263 acres south of SR 16 (CPA-2022-08)
• Purchase of three properties for CDBG-DR Voluntary Home Buyout Program: 4202 Scenic Drive, 744 Arran Court, and 2157 Hill Road
• Construction and Maintenance Agreement with FDOT for SR 15/US 17 from Water Oak Lane to Eagle Harbor Parkway
• Agreement with Kiewit Infrastructure South Company for Bonded Transportation Program services
• Public hearing to amend the Capital Improvement Element (CIE) of the County Capital Improvement Plan

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is meeting to receive quarterly marketing reports from EVOK and Airstream Ventures and a final presentation on the Tourism Strategic Plan. The body will also review Tourist Development Tax collections and consider a marketing grant recommendation.

• Recommendation on FY 22-23 Event Marketing Grant for MVPA- Winter Rally and Swap Meet
• Final presentation of the Clay County Tourism Strategic Plan from CSL
• Five-year trend report of Tourist Development Tax (TDT) collections
• Quarterly marketing report from EVOK
• Quarterly report from Airstream Ventures

Public Safety Coordinating Council

The Public Safety Coordinating Council will meet to select a Vice Chair and review relevant statutes and the Florida Sunshine Law. The council will also receive an update on the current status of the Clay County Detention Facility.

• Selection of Vice Chair
• Review of FSS 951.26 (1) (a) and 394.657 (2) (a)
• Review of the Florida Sunshine Law
• Status update on the Clay County Detention Facility

Historic Preservation Board

The Board is meeting to discuss officer roles and nominate a new Chairman following the resignation of Felicia Hirsch. The session also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.

• Nominations and selection of a new Chairman
• Approval of September 1, 2022 meeting minutes

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is reviewing several contracts for infrastructure, public services, and non-profit funding. Key items include a large FEMA grant for fire staffing and engineering services for Radar Road improvements.

• Acceptance of $4,057,906.50 SAFER Grant to hire 15 new firefighters
• Selection of England-Thims & Miller, Inc. for Radar Road improvements from SR-17 to Town Center Blvd
• Contract with North Florida Removal and Cleaning Service, Inc. at $300.00 per transport for deceased persons
• Additional $10,714.00 for HVAC and lighting at Aging True Community Senior Center
• Funding agreements for non-profits including Clay Behavioral Health Center, Inc. (up to $350,000.00) and Episcopal Children's Services, Inc. (up to $108,000.00)

Public Safety Coordinating Council

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and test items. No substantive business, decisions, or specific projects are listed.

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board will review the FY 22/23 budget, millage rates, and employee benefit renewals. Discussion includes funding agreements for senior services, fire rescue equipment grants, and several public hearings regarding zoning and land use amendments.

• Funding agreement with Aging True Community Senior Services: $588,784.00 and $150,000.00
• FEMA grant for 24 portable radios for Fire Rescue: $174,545.45
• Middleburg Fuel Filling Station upgrade amendment: $179,325
• Public hearing on FY 22/23 budget and final millage
• Rezoning and Comprehensive Plan amendments for various parcels

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding application BOA 22-16. The request seeks a variance to increase the required lot size from 21,780 sq. ft. to 64,787 sq. ft. within an AR zoning district.

• Public hearing for Application BOA 22-16: Variance to exceed maximum lot size in AR Zoning District

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing several service agreements, grant approvals, and contract amendments. Key items include funding for park improvements, jail expansion, and professional legal and medical services.

• Contract for $333,444.00 to El Faro Group, LLC for pickleball court conversions at W.E. Varnes Park and Twin Lakes Park
• $1,000,000.00 grant from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement for the Clay County Jail Expansion Project
• Agreement with Kayak Bass Fishing, LLC for $170,000.00 for tournament series and media promotion
• Agreement with North Florida Land Trust, Inc. for a land conservation study not to exceed $50,000.00
• Legal services agreement with McCabe & Ronsman for code enforcement at an hourly rate of $250.00

Finance Meeting

The Finance Department is meeting to approve payments and financial requests. The body will also review documents for the record and the disposal, transfer, and acceptance of equipment.

• Approval of payments
• Approval of equipment disposal, transfer, and acceptance
• Approval for refunds and financial requests

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the FY 22/23 budget and the purchase of land for a fire station. The body is also considering a $699,000 contract for the Tax Collector Middleburg Office buildout and updates to the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.

• First Public Hearing for Adoption of Tentative Millage and Budget for FY 22/23
• Agreement with STG Contracting Group, Inc. for Middleburg Office Buildout Project for $699,000
• Public hearing for Purchase and Sale Agreement for real property for a fire station (Tax Parcel No. 03-07-26-015782-000-00)
• Proposed text amendment to add RV and Boat Storage as a Conditional Use in Lake Asbury Rural Community zoning
• Second Renewal to Banking Services agreement with Wells Fargo Bank through September 30, 2025

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is considering various service agreements for waste management, legal aid, and court services. The body will also review a new fee schedule for the Board of Commissioners and a design firm selection for a county building.

• Award of Bid No. 21/22-65 for Household Hazardous Waste Management to Greer Enterprises, LLC
• Funding agreement with Clay Behavioral Health Center, Inc. not to exceed $168,100.00 per fiscal year
• Funding agreement with Jacksonville Area Legal Aid, Inc. for $158,410.00
• Phase I Preconstruction agreement with D.E. Scorpio Corporation for $45,000.00
• Adoption of the FY 22/23 Schedule of Fees and Services

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission and Board of County Commissioners held a joint workshop to discuss revisions to the Land Development Code. The session focused on updating sign regulations and zoning regulations.

• Discussion of Article 7 Sign Regulations
• Discussion of Article 3 Zoning Regulations
• Proposed relocation and consolidation of sign definitions into Section 1-15
• Proposed reformatting and renumbering of Section 1-15 definitions

Planning Commission Meeting

The Commission held a public hearing regarding a proposed text amendment to allow RV and boat storage as a conditional use within the Lake Asbury Rural Community zoning district. Discussion included concerns from residents about land use appropriateness, lighting standards, and the lack of formal review by the Citizens Advisory Committee.

• LDC-2022-12: Proposed text amendment to add RV and Boat Storage as a conditional use in LA RC
• Z-2022-15: Rezoning of 1.15 acres from PS-2 to RE
• CPA-2022-10: Small-scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment from Urban Core-10 to Commercial
• REZ-2022-19: Rezoning of 1.041 acres from AR to BB-3
• PCD 22-08: Rezoning of 1 acre from BB-3 to PCD

Historic Preservation Board

The Board is meeting to approve minutes from the August 4, 2022 meeting and discuss the placement of a historical marker. The board approved a request to commemorate the Blue Angels' practice history at Branan Field.

• Approval of historical marker for Blue Angels at Branan Field, favoring the location at the intersection of Plantation Oak Boulevard and Oakleaf Village Parkway

Board of Adjustment

The Board is reviewing requests to reduce property setbacks in the Agricultural/Residential district. One request involves a rear setback reduction for an existing deck, and another proposes reducing front, side, and rear setbacks to allow for a new dwelling.

• Variance BOA 22-13: Reduce rear setback from 35 ft. to 29 ft. 8 in. at 7230 Lazy Bone Road
• Variance BOA 22-14: Decrease front setback from 30 ft. to 5 ft., side setback from 20 ft. to 5 ft., and rear setback from 35 ft. to 5 ft. at 2569 Pinellas Ln.

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several land use amendments, including a large-scale change for 1,263 acres south of SR 16. The meeting also includes discussions on non-profit funding, professional auditing agreements, and annual road maintenance assessments.

• Agreement with James Moore & Co., P.L. for auditing services ($295,000 for FY2022; $270,000 for FY2023; $270,000 for FY2024)
• Purchase and sale agreements for five properties in the CDBG-DR Voluntary Home Buyout Program
• Rezoning of 94.87 acres from Industrial Select to Industrial Heavy
• Future Land Use amendment for 1,263 acres south of SR 16 from Commercial/Agriculture to Mixed Use and Urban Fringe
• Annual assessment rate resolutions for Hidden Waters MSBU, Oak Forest MSBU, and Blue Jay Drive Roads MSBU

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is considering the renewal of 23 container service franchise agreements and a memorandum of agreement for a public safety training facility at Camp Blanding. The body will also review grant awards and consulting services for landfill compliance.

• Renewal of 23 container service franchise agreements for one year (Oct 1, 2022 – Sept 30, 2023)
• Addendum No. 42 with Jones Edmunds & Associates, Inc. for Rosemary Hill landfill permit compliance up to $129,200.00
• Memorandum of Agreement with Camp Blanding Joint Training Center for a 15-acre public safety training facility
• FY 2022-2023 TDC Event Grant requests totaling $125,697.00
• Secondary Employment Government Contract with Clay County Sheriff's Office for the SWEAT Program ($38-$42/hour)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several items including a bid for monument signage, land development code amendments, and an interlocal agreement with the School Board. The meeting also includes updates on the Bonded Transportation Program and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Award of Bid No. 21/22-31 for Monument Welcome Signage to West Central Signs Inc. for $27,337.16
• Interlocal Agreement with Clay County School Board for use of the county radio system for five years
• Public hearing for LDC 22-13 regarding manufactured dwelling units in Branan Field Rural Suburbs
• Final Public Hearing for PUD 2022-06 to change zoning for 39.98 acres
• Renewal of Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for Century Ambulance Service, Inc.

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is meeting to make funding recommendations for special, signature, and sports event marketing grants. The body will also conduct a third discussion on the FY 22-23 Tourism Department Budget Draft and review quarterly marketing reports.

• Funding recommendations for 14 event grants, including the Clay County Agricultural Fair and Green Cove Springs RiverFest
• Review of FY 22-23 Draft Budget
• Request to use Tourist Development Tax funds for two Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra performances
• Proposed changes to FY 21-22 Sport Event Grant guidelines
• Discussion of an Entertainment Economic Development Summit requested by Commissioner Renninger

VAB

The Value Adjustment Board is meeting to appoint an attorney and special magistrates for property tax appeals. The board will also establish administrative procedures and a filing fee for petitions.

• Adoption of a $15.00 filing fee for petitions for the 2022 tax year
• Appointment of an attorney to represent the VAB
• Selection and review of contracts for Special Magistrates
• Approval of resolution to extend and certify 2022 Real Property and Tangible Personal Property Ad Valorem Tax Rolls
• Adoption of Local Administrative Procedures for hearings and evidence exchange

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will meet to discuss an application for a historic marker commemorating the Blue Angels. The application was submitted by Mary Justino of the Clay County Archives.

• Application for historic marker at Branan Field Outlying Airfield for the Blue Angels

Planning Commission Meeting

The Commission is reviewing several public hearing items including text amendments for RV and boat storage, large-scale future land use changes, and various rezoning applications. Discussion includes residential conversions and industrial zoning adjustments.

• LDC-2022-12: Add RV and Boat Storage as a conditional use in LA RC
• CPA-2022-07: Change 26.4 acres from Commercial to UC-10
• PUD-2022-07: Rezoning at southwest corner of Blanding Blvd. and Venture Lane
• PUD-2022-06: Rezoning of 39.98 acres from LA MPC and LA VC to PUD
• Z-2022-18: Rezoning of 94.97 acres from IS to IB

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is reviewing multiple contract amendments, renewals, and grant awards. Items include architectural services for parks, water resource development, and school board lease renewals.

• Approval of top 3 ranked firms for Parks and Recreation architectural/engineering consulting
• First Amendment to Black Creek Water Resource Development Project agreement
• Ten-year renewal of Neptune Park lease with Clay County School Board
• Increase of contract funding for the Sheriff's Work Ethic and Training (SWEAT) Program
• Annual operational funding of $125,000 for St. Johns River State College Performing Arts Complex

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss financial planning and revenue. The session focuses on budget management and federal funding.

• Revenue Streams
• Fund Budgets
• 5 Year Capital Improvement Plan
• American Rescue Plan

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review the FY 2022/2023 tentative budget and maximum millage rates. The agenda includes several land use decisions, including multiple rezoning applications and comprehensive plan amendments. Additionally, the Board is considering professional service contracts for auditing, facility renovations, and stormwater modeling.

• Agreement with Jones Edmunds & Associates Inc. for stormwater modeling: $1,677,960.61
• Request for local support grants: $500,000 for Animal Services, $500,000 for Regional Sports Complex, and $1,000,000 for Substance Abuse Recovery Center
• Rezoning of 39.98 acres to PUD (hearing moved to August 9, 2022)
• Rezoning of 1.04 acres from BA-2 to BB-3 on CR 218
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 15.46 acres in Keystone Heights

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing several contracts and project approvals. Key items include a transportation funding agreement and the selection of a security system vendor.

• Proposed $881,869.00 funding agreement with Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) for FY 22-23
• Selection of Miller Electric Company for the Courthouse Access Security System Upgrade (ARPA Project)
• Rejection of a $282,454.00 bid from Hager Construction for Clay County Jail 3rd Floor Mezzanine Projects
• Approval of the Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) for three fiscal years
• Second renewal of landfill maintenance agreement with Erosion Control Seeding & Mulching, Inc.

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several contract amendments for transportation and engineering projects. The agenda also includes bids for jail air handler replacement and elevator modernization.

• Award of $1,064,000.00 bid for CCSO Jail Air Handler Replacement to STG Contracting Group
• Award of $112,500.00 bid for CCSO Jail Elevators Modernization to Mowrey Elevator Company of Fl, Inc.
• Amendment to FDOT Traffic Signal Maintenance Agreement providing $271,884.00 in funding
• Amendment to GAI Consultants, Inc. for engineering services in the amount of $75,755.07
• Amendment to Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. for engineering services in the amount of $176,534.86

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is reviewing several bid awards for county services and supplies. It is also considering an amendment to a development agreement with St. Johns Classical Academy.

• Bid No. 21/22-55 for CCSO Jail Elevators Modernization to Mowrey Elevator Company of Fl, Inc. for $112,500.00
• Bid No. 21/22-56 for Roll Off Container Service to United Site Services of Florida, LLC
• Bid No. 21/22-58 for EMS Medical Supplies to multiple vendors
• Second Amendment to Development Agreement No. 2017/2018-130 AM2 with St. Johns Classical Academy, Inc.
• Purchasing Policy Waiver for medications and supplies

Planning Commission Meeting

The Commission held public hearings regarding several land use amendments and rezoning applications. One significant discussion involved a request to change the future land use of 0.72 acres from Branan Field Primary Conservation Network to Urban Core.

• CPA 2022-03: Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment for 0.72 acres at 3207 Wilderness Drive
• CPA 2022-05: Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment for 1.094 acres
• REZ 2022-11: Rezoning of 1.094 acres from Rural Estates (AR-2) to Neighborhood Business (BA)
• PUD 2022-06: Rezoning of 39.98 acres to Planned Unit Development (postponed to August 2, 2022)
• CPA-2022-06: Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment for 15.46 acres

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss updates to the Land Development Code, including articles III and VII. The body will also review water conservation programs and sewer connection requirements.

• Comprehensive update of Articles III and VII of the Land Development Code
• Discussion on manufactured housing vs modular housing
• Review of stormwater ponds, landscape standards, and narrow lots
• WaterSense Program and Florida Friendly Landscaping penalties
• CCUA sewer connection requirements of 500 ft for development and 250 ft for failed septics

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several infrastructure items including a $250,706.16 road resurfacing agreement and various drainage repair bids. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding land rezoning, a comprehensive plan amendment, and solid waste disposal fee adjustments.

• Agreement with CGC, Inc. for Louie Carter Road Resurfacing CDBG Project ($250,706.16)
• Bid No. 21/22-49 for Drainage Repair and New Public Works Construction ARPA Projects
• Rezoning application REZ-2022-03 for a 1.61-acre parcel from Agricultural Residential to Private Services
• Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment CPA 2022-03 regarding .72 acres of land
• Ordinance to amend the frequency of disposal fee exceptions for solid waste

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider a variance request to reduce a rear setback from 35 to 29 feet 8 inches in an AR zoning district. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the May 26, 2022, meeting.

• Application BOA 22-13: Variance to reduce rear setback from 35 to 29 ft. 8 in. in AR Zoning District

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee will review the Fiscal Year 2021 Audit Report and a budget resolution for the FY21/22 post-audit true-up. Members are also considering several contract awards and amendments for health, juvenile justice, and flood mitigation services.

• Award of RFP No. 21/22-46 for a Strategic Conservation Plan and Land Acquisition Assistance to North Florida Land Trust, Inc.
• Agreement with Command Counseling Center, LLC for clinical services in the amount of $75,000.00
• Third Amendment to the Department of Juvenile Justice agreement for the Clay County Youth SWEAT Program adding $135,000
• Second Amendment to Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Agreement for 4055 Lazy Acres Road
• Amendment to Agreement No. 2021/2022-16 AM1 with State of Florida Department of Health

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review a report from the Charter Review Commission regarding proposed home rule charter amendments and a special election. Additionally, officials will discuss road project options funded by Community Development Block Grants.

• Proposed Clay County Home Rule Charter amendments and special election
• CDBG Public Infrastructure Road Projects for Cattail Street and Louie Carter Road
• CR 209 Safety Improvements Project supplemental agreement for $4,607.70
• Acceptance of final plats for Sugar Leaf Farms and Anabelle Island Phases 1A and 1B
• CDBG Annual Action Plan FY 2022-23 public hearing

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is deciding on several awards for homeless stabilization and home reconstruction projects under the SHIP program. They are also reviewing emergency preparedness grants and firefighter staffing funds.

• Rejection of bids for Courthouse 2nd Floor build-out and covered parking due to high costs
• Proposed $300,000 award to Mercy Support Services for homeless stabilization
• Proposed $198,450 awards to Conner Construction and Demolition for Lazy Lane and North Street projects
• Renewal of OD2A Paramedicine Agreement with Florida Department of Health not to exceed $394,574
• Approval of $2,778,696 FEMA SAFER Grant to support 12 new firefighters

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss a Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment and a rezoning request. One proposed change to the LA TRA Policy has been withdrawn by staff.

• CPA 2022-03: Proposed change of Future Land Use from BF-PCN to UC for 0.72 acres
• REZ-2022-03: Continued hearing to rezone 1.61 acres from Agricultural/Residential to Public Services-1
• Withdrawal of proposed changes to LA TRA Policy 1.1.3

Historic Preservation Board

The board is meeting to select its officers and discuss the status of the Slim Whitman Historic Marker project. The agenda also includes a review of certificates of approval.

• Selection of Board officers
• Status update on Slim Whitman Historic Marker project
• Review of Certificates of Approval

Charter Review Commission

The commission is conducting final public hearings on three proposed amendments to the Clay County Home Rule Charter. The body will also consider approving its 2021/2022 final report and a payment for legal services.

• Public hearing on cost of living increase for Clay County Commissioners salaries (Section 2.2.C.)
• Public hearing on removing term limits for elected county constitutional offices (Section 3.3.1.)
• Public hearing on revising the appointment of the Charter Review Commission (Section 4.2.B.)
• Payment of $3,675.00 to Glenn A. Taylor, P.A. for professional legal services
• Approval of the Charter Review Commission 2021/2022 Final Report

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved a request to reduce the minimum lot width requirement for a property in the Southampton Unit One subdivision. The decision allows for a single-family residence on a parcel that is 50.1 feet wide instead of the required 60 feet.

• Approval of variance BOA 21-25 to reduce minimum lot width from 60 feet to 50.1 feet in the RB zoning district
• Public hearing regarding application BOA 22-06 for a rear setback reduction in RD zoning
• Public hearing regarding application BOA 22-07 for an accessory structure setback reduction in RA zoning
• Public hearing regarding application BOA 22-08 for a setback reduction in BB-3 zoning abutting a residential district

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the naming of the First Coast Connector as Cathedral Oak Parkway and award two CDBG contracts for junk removal and demolition. The meeting includes public hearings on rezoning a parcel on Henley Road and amending drive-thru rules in Lake Asbury.

• Award of RFP No. 21/22-33 for CDBG Junk/Debris Removal to 904 Junk Removal
• Award of Bid No. 21/22-34 for CDBG Demolition & Removal Services to Conner Construction and Demolition
• Proposed rezoning of a 2.07 acre parcel on Henley Road from PS-1 to LA RF (REZ-2022-04)
• Proposed text amendment to allow specified drive-thru uses in Lake Asbury Village Center (LDC 2022-02)
• Approval of Opioid Litigation Participation Form for settlement with Walgreens

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is deciding on mowing service awards, a transit study partnership, and various grant allocations. They will also consider rejecting intersection improvement bids due to budget concerns.

• Award of Right-Of-Way Mowing (North) to Greenway Lawn & Landscape, LLC for $185,260.40
• Award of Right-Of-Way Mowing (South) to Greenway Lawn & Landscape, LLC
• Proposed 50/50 cost-split MOU with Jacksonville Transportation Authority for a transit study, capped at $100,000 for the County
• Rejection of two bids for the CR 220 At Town Center Blvd. Intersection Improvement Project due to budget concerns
• TDC grant recommendations including $12,000 and $10,000 for Girls Lacrosse Showcases

Charter Review Commission

The commission held public hearings to consider three proposed amendments to the Clay County Home Rule Charter. The body also reviewed a payment for legal services.

• Public hearing on Charter Amendment to Section 2.2.C regarding cost of living increases for Clay County Commissioners' salaries
• Public hearing on Charter Amendment to Section 3.3.1 to remove term limits for elected county constitutional offices
• Public hearing on Charter Amendment to Section 4.2.B regarding the appointment of the Charter Review Commission
• Approval of $675.00 payment to Glenn A. Taylor, P.A. for professional legal services

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a Solid Waste Management Plan covering the years 2021-2040. The discussion includes potential changes to curbside collection, rate adjustments, and future requirements for environmental convenience centers and transfer stations.

• Solid Waste Management Plan (2021-2040)
• Curbside RFP – Carted Collection
• Environmental Convenience Centers (ECCs) and disposal allowance
• New Transfer Station discussion
• Waste Management recycling and rate adjustments

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several land development code amendments and a public hearing regarding street closures. The meeting also includes presentations on the North Florida Transportation Improvement Program and professional engineering services for stormwater modeling.

• Stormwater Modeling RFQ presentations: Jones Edmunds & Associates, Inc. and Stinghofen & Associates, Inc.
• Public Hearing on closing/vacating portions of Vermont Avenue, St. Louis Avenue, and Des Moines Avenue
• Zoning text change hearing for LDC-2022-03
• Land Development Code amendment hearing for drive-thru uses in Lake Asbury Village Center (LDC 2022-02)
• Land Development Code amendment hearing regarding Mini-Warehouse criteria (LDC-2021-14)

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is discussing the draft business plan and budget for FY 22-23. The body is also reviewing a new communications plan from EVOK Advertising and receiving progress updates on several county tourism projects.

• Review of FY 22-23 Tourism Department Business Plan and Budget drafts
• Grant requests for Girls Lacrosse Showcase, Bella Notte, and Rock the Box 2
• Progress updates on Clay County Gun Range, Multi-Purpose Sports Complex, Visitor Center, and Fairgrounds Master Plan
• Airstream Ventures sports marketing contract valued at $66,000 per year
• Proposed changes to FY 21-22 Grant Guidelines for special events and sports

Historic Preservation Board

The Board discussed the eligibility of a Slim Whitman historic marker and the status of an Augusta Savage marker. Members also reviewed a draft internal process for reviewing new historic marker applications and discussed current budget and procurement procedures.

• Discussion of $5,000.00 total budget and $2,100.00 expenditure for the August Savage Marker
• Proposed Slim Whitman Historic Marker at The Woodpecker Paradise property
• Review of draft Historic Marker Review Process document
• Status update on Augusta Savage Historic Marker installation

Charter Review Commission

The Commission is reviewing proposed charter amendments regarding commissioner salaries, term limits for constitutional offices, and meeting intervals. These items are being prepared for inclusion on a future ballot.

• Charter amendment for cost of living increases to Clay County Commissioner salaries
• Charter amendment to remove term limit provisions for elected county constitutional offices
• Charter amendment to change the Charter Review Commission meeting interval from four to eight years
• Payment to Glenn A. Taylor, P.A. for professional legal services

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee will review several budget adjustments and contract approvals. Key items include a budget transfer for the Supervisor of Elections and the selection of a firm for stormwater modeling.

• Proposed $55,000 General Fund budget transfer for Supervisor of Elections hardware for the Clear Ballot System
• Selection of Singhofen & Associates, Inc. for RFQ No. 21/22-17 Professional Engineering Services for Stormwater Modeling
• Rejection of the single bid for Bid No. 21/22-35 CDBG - Lawn Service due to disqualification of Island Outdoor Management, Inc.
• Approval of a franchise transfer from Collier's Waste Containers, Inc. to Allsite Contracting, Inc. for container service
• Update of FY 2021/2022 Schedule of Fees and Services for Animal Services and Parks & Recreation

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss several rezoning requests and text amendments to the Land Development Code. The meeting includes discussions on drive-thru uses, mini-warehouses, and the powers of the Board of Adjustment.

• REZ 2022-04: Rezoning 2.07 acres from Private Services (PS-1) to Lake Asbury Rural Fringe (LA RF)
• LDC 2022-02: Text amendment to allow specified drive-thru uses in Lake Asbury Village Center
• REZ-2022-03: Rezoning 1.61 acres from Agricultural/Residential to Public Services-1
• LDC-2021-14: Text amendment regarding mini-warehouses
• Proposed changes to LA TRA Policy 1.1.3 regarding Lake Asbury Adequate Public Facilities (APF) fee

Board of Adjustment

The Board is reviewing a request for a side setback reduction at 3318 Byron Road. They are also considering a variance for a proposed multi-story mini-warehouse project at 2530 County Road 220.

• Variance to reduce required minimum lot width from 60 ft. to 50.1 ft. (Application BOA 21-25)
• Variance for side setback reduction from 20 ft. to 5 ft. at 3318 Byron Road (Application BOA 21-34)
• Variance for mini-warehouse access, buffering, and fencing standards at 2530 County Road 220 (Application BOA 21-30)
• $11M to $14M estimated construction cost for proposed self-storage facility

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a broadband infrastructure agreement with Comcast and a pool management contract for Camp Chowenwaw Park. The meeting also includes public hearings on rezoning and mobility fee subsidies.

• Broadband infrastructure agreement with Comcast Cable Communications, LLC totaling $3,350,000 ($2,000,000 County portion)
• Camp Chow Pool Management agreement with YMCA of Florida's First Coast, Inc. for a maximum cost of $73,100
• Public hearing for rezoning parcel Z-22-06 from Single-Family Residential to Private Services
• Public hearing to consider Mobility Fee Subsidies for Most Uses
• Approval of Opioid Litigation Participation Forms for settlements with CVS, Teva, and Allergan

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is considering several agreements for park lighting, netting, and mowing services. The meeting also includes reviews of tourism advertising contracts, engineering services for the CR220 widening project, and grant award resolutions.

• Agreement with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for Thunderbolt Park lighting: $118,000.00
• Agreement with Bliss Products & Services, Inc. for sports netting at seven parks: $334,261.45
• Mowing services contract for Parks & Recreation awarded to Greenway Lawn and Landscape, LLC
• Fourth Amendment to advertising agreement with EVOK Advertising & Design, Inc.: $205,479.00 annual fee
• Fifth Supplemental Agreement with Eisman & Russo for CR220 Widening Project: $86,274.93

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss infrastructure updates, lien reductions, and the acceptance of subdivision maintenance. The body is also reviewing appointments for the Tourist Development Council and the Northeast Florida Regional Council.

• Agreement with Willdan Financial Services, Inc. for $79,980.00 for a Planning and Development Impact Fee Study
• Acceptance of maintenance with MSBU of the Willow Springs Phase 2 subdivision
• Proposed public hearing on April 26, 2022, to vacate right of way adjacent to Goose Creek Subdivision
• Lien reduction requests for 224 Aldersgate Street and 951 Copperridge Court
• Acceptance of permanent easement at 5733 Pine Avenue for drainage

Historic Preservation Board

The Board discussed the status of several historic markers, including updates on the Augusta Savage and Slim Whitman projects. Members also reviewed a proposal for a new marker in Oakleaf regarding Branan Field and the Blue Angels.

• Discussion of the 2021-2022 Budget and Procurement Process
• Proposed historic marker for Branan Field/Blue Angels in Oakleaf
• Status update on the Augusta Savage Historic Marker production
• Progress report on the Slim Whitman Historic Marker project
• Review of the Evaluation and Appraisal Report and 2040 Historic Preservation Element

Planning Commission Meeting

The Commission reviewed several public hearing items including a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment and a planned unit development revision. These items involve changes to future land use designations, commercial retail square footage, and the realignment of the First Coast Connector near Willow Springs.

• Rezoning of an existing single-family dwelling for use as an assisted living facility (REZ-22-06)
• Small-scale comprehensive plan amendment to change 8.92 acres from Rural Fringe to Commercial (CPA 2022-01)
• PUD rezoning to realign the First Coast Connector and include a 4-acre civic site for a potential fire station (PUD-2022-02)
• Text amendment to existing Bazely PUD (PUD-2022-04)
• Rezoning of 1.61 acres from Agricultural/Residential to Public Services -1 (REZ-2022-03)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing several service agreements and project updates. Key items include a contract amendment for the Clay County Courthouse remodel and an award for the Middleburg Fuel Filling Station upgrade.

• Second renewal of agreement with Cathedral Corporation for TRIM notice and exemption services
• $12,760.30 amendment for STG Contracting Group, Inc. for Clay County Courthouse Remodel-Design Areas 1 & 4
• $55,593.00 agreement with Mechanical Services of Central Florida, Inc. for HVAC system replacement at Aging True Center
• $719,008.00 award to Advantage Contracting Group for Middleburg Fuel Filling Station Upgrade
• Project updates for Grants, Public Works, Engineering, Facilities, and Parks & Recreation

Charter Review Commission

The commission is reviewing proposed ballot language for several charter amendments. Discussions include potential salary adjustments for commissioners and the elimination of term limits for constitutional offices.

• Proposed ballot text for BCC salary recommendations
• Proposed elimination of term limits for elected Clay County Constitutional Offices
• Proposed change to CRC meeting interval from four to eight years

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment held public hearings regarding land development code variances. The board denied two requests to reduce setbacks for residential construction on Clay Street and continued two other variance applications to a future meeting.

• Denied BOA 22-02: Request to reduce front, side, and rear setbacks for a lot on Clay Street in Fleming Island
• Denied BOA 22-03: Request to reduce front, side, and rear setbacks for a companion lot on Clay Street
• Continued BOA 21-34: Request to reduce side setback from 20 ft. to 5 ft. at 3318 Byron Road
• Continued BOA 21-30: Variance request for multi-story mini-warehouse access, side buffering, and fencing

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop to review water demand, conservation efforts, and water quality regulations. The session included updates on the Clay County Utility Authority's (CCUA) long-term resource planning and compliance with the Clean Waterways Act.

• Review of CCUA Integrated Water Resource Planning (IWRP) for future growth
• Discussion of septic to sewer conversion requirements under the Clean Waterways Act
• Update on the Black Creek Water Resource Development Project
• Overview of Resiliency and Environmental Services Grants
• Information regarding the May 5th Outdoor Water Use Stakement Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss several large infrastructure contracts and multiple zoning changes. The meeting includes decisions on economic development incentives and the management of Knights Marina.

• Proposed $34,710,000.00 award to Superior Construction Company Southeast, LLC for First Coast Connector design-build
• Proposed $3,991,167.22 award to Kirby Development, Inc. for Aquarius Concourse project
• Lease agreement with LSA Sales, LLC for Knights Marina at $1,400.00 monthly base rent
• Public hearing to rezone 1,809 acres from PUD to LA MPC, LA VC, and LA GW
• ARPA funding award for workforce housing at Nathan's Ridge

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is reviewing quarterly reports from marketing and sports vendors and discussing the draft business plan and budget for FY 22-23. The body is also considering the creation of a new Mural Grant Program for product development.

• First discussion of FY 22-23 Tourism Department Business Plan and Budget drafts
• Proposed creation of a Mural Grant Program
• Quarterly reports from EVOK Advertising and Airstream Ventures
• Update on $30,000 Product Development grant awarded to Town of Penney Farms Museum
• Review of contracts with Arrivalist Co. for visitor research and Visit Florida for a Google Audit program

Historic Preservation Board

The board will receive status updates on the Augusta Savage and Slim Whitman historic markers. Members will also review background information regarding local, state, and federal historic preservation and the 2040 Comprehensive Plan.

• Status update on Augusta Savage Historic Marker production
• Progress update on Slim Whitman Historic Marker
• Review of Evaluation and Appraisal Report and 2040 Historic Preservation Element
• Presentation on Board responsibilities under Article XII of the Land Development Code
• Selection of a new meeting date and time

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee will review several financial matters including budget adjustments for new staff positions, grant awards, and various service agreements. Discussions include funding for emergency medical services, tourism planning, and infrastructure projects.

• Creation of Assistant County Attorney and Risk Manager positions
• $150,000.00 resolution to establish Damages Processing Cost Center
• $124,760.00 agreement for a Tourism Strategic Plan
• $475,964.00 advance payment for two Braun Express Plus Chevy Ambulances
• $92,140.22 supplemental agreement for CR220 Widening Project

Charter Review Commission

The Commission discussed proposed ballot language regarding Board of County Commissioners salary recommendations and the elimination of term limits for elected constitutional offices. Members debated whether current compensation levels are sufficient to attract qualified candidates as the county grows.

• Proposed text for BCC salary recommendation for inclusion on ballot
• Proposed text for elimination of term limits for elected Clay County Constitutional Offices
• Request by Chris Russell to remove 'Community Activist Committees' from topic suggestions

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board will consider several amendments to the Capital Improvement Plan and various transportation program agreements. Additionally, the Board will hold public hearings regarding the establishment of the Shadowlawn Community Development District and several rezoning requests.

• Amendment to GAI Consultants Inc. agreement for $315,509.16 to include a roundabout study
• Amendment to WGI Inc. agreement for $95,197.88 regarding the Shadowlawn/CR209 intersection
• Amendment to WGI, Inc. agreement for $1,619,113.31 for CR218 services
• Petition to establish the Shadowlawn Community Development District
• Ordinance to amend the Capital Improvement Element

Charter Review Commission

The commission is reviewing proposed ballot text regarding Board of County Commissioners (BCC) salary recommendations and the elimination of term limits for elected constitutional offices. The body is also considering the removal of 'Community Activist Committees' from its topic suggestions.

• Proposed ballot text for BCC salary recommendations
• Proposed ballot text to eliminate term limits for elected Clay County Constitutional Offices
• Request to remove 'Community Activist Committees' from Charter Topic Suggestions
• Review of Article IV, Section 4.2.B regarding amendments and revisions by the Commission

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing an amendment to allow the Clay County Fair Association to fund a new restroom facility using rental fees. The committee is also considering the donation of a surplus vehicle and selecting a firm for a planning and development impact fee study.

• Amendment to Fairgrounds Lease Agreement #2018/2019-79 for a Restroom Facility Project exceeding $200,000
• Donation of a 2013 Chevrolet Impala to Mercy Auto Charitable Foundation
• Selection of a firm for RFQ No. 21/22-19 Planning and Development Impact Fee Study
• Project updates for Grants, Public Works, Engineering, Facilities, and Parks & Recreation

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission held public hearings regarding several land development code changes and zoning amendments. Discussions included a request to rezone property for heavy business, a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment for professional offices, and various other rezoning applications.

• LDC 2021-15: Land Development Code change to create a Regional Event Venue use
• CPA 2022-01: Change 8.92 acres from Rural Fringe to Commercial
• PUD 2022-02: Rezoning of one parcel from PUD to PUD
• LDC 2022-01: Text amendment to Article XII regarding Citizen Advisory Committees
• LDC-2021-14: Land Development Code change for Mini-warehouse conditional use

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider four separate requests for variances to the Land Development Code. These requests primarily concern reductions in required setbacks for properties in the AR zoning district and a multi-story mini-warehouse.

• BOA 21-34: Request to reduce side setback from 20 ft. to 5 ft. in AR zoning district
• BOA 22-02: Request to reduce front, side, and rear setbacks in AR zoning district
• BOA 22-03: Request to reduce front, side, and rear setbacks in AR zoning district
• BOA 21-30: Request for variance regarding multi-story mini-warehouse access, side setback, and fencing

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing proposed changes to the Land Development Code, including tree protection requirements and stormwater pond standards. The workshop also covers adjustments to Lake Asbury APF costs and the removal of mobility fee subsidies for commercial uses.

• Proposed modification of Lake Asbury APF roads to a 4% fee
• Proposal to remove mobility fee subsidies for all commercial uses
• Creation of a $450,000 annual cap on available mobility fee subsidies
• Discussion of updates to the Capital Improvement Plan and American Rescue Plan projects

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss budget adjustments, utility and animal ordinances, and various land agreements. Several public hearings regarding rezoning and development were requested to be continued by the applicants.

• Budget adjustment of $90,896.00 for Fire Inspection Fund vehicle purchase
• Mosquito Control Grant of $36,960 from FDACS
• Sports Event Grant of $40,000.00 to MotoSurf World Cup
• Supplemental Agreement for CR209 Safety Improvements Project for $10,265.13
• Proposed Donation and Sponsorship Policy to optimize non-tax revenue

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission is meeting to discuss recommendations for Board County Commissioner salaries and the text for a related ballot item. The body is also reviewing the potential elimination of term limits and minimum qualifications for elected county constitutional offices.

• Recommendation for BCC Salary
• Proposed ballot text for salary recommendation
• Proposed elimination of term limits for elected Clay County Constitutional Offices
• Review of Section 3.1 regarding minimum qualifications for elected county constitutional offices

VAB

The Value Adjustment Board is meeting to certify the 2021 Personal Property and Real Property Ad Valorem Assessment Rolls. The board will also review a finance update and invoices from Special Magistrates.

• Certification of 2021 Personal Property and Real Property Ad Valorem Assessment Rolls
• 2021 Finance Update: 663 petitions filed and $9,975.00 collected in filing fees
• Invoice for Special Magistrate Alex Ruden for VAB Training: $450.00
• Review of 663 withdrawn petitions from 2021

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is reviewing several financial and contractual items including tourism grants, engineering services, and health department design agreements. Discussion includes various professional service renewals and the donation of surplus county property.

• $40,000.00 Sports Event Grant for MotoSurf World Cup
• Tourism Strategic Plan RFP selection process
• Agreement with Bhide & Hall Architects for $184,256.00 for Health Department Building design
• Donation of a 2004 Ford F-150 to St. Johns Classical Academy
• Engineering consulting agreements with Jones Edmunds and Associates, Inc., GAI Consultants, Inc., and WGI, Inc.

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the award for the Clay County Broadband Project and a $74,428 amendment for Fire Station 18 renovations. The meeting includes several public hearings for rezonings and comprehensive plan amendments.

• Recommendation for RFP No. 21/22-12, Clay County Broadband Project
• First Amendment to Agreement #2021/2022-65 for Fire Station 18 repairs: $74,428.00
• Final Public Hearing for REZ-2021-18: rezoning 0.918 acres to Heavy Business
• Final Public Hearing for CPA-2021-19: changing 1.02 acres to Commercial
• Final Public Hearing for PUD-2021-10: rezoning 1.02 acres to Planned Unit Development

Charter Review Commission

The Commission is reviewing the structure of the Board of County Commissioners, including potential changes to term limits and minimum qualifications. Members discussed whether the current five-member board can handle population growth with increased support staff.

• Accession of Charles Hodges to District 4 seat
• Accession of Christine Backscheider to District 5 seat
• Discussion regarding BCC term limits and minimum qualifications
• Discussion regarding BCC salary recommendations

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is considering several service contracts and a mutual aid agreement for firefighting assistance. The body will also review the sale of dental equipment to the Florida Department of Health in Baker County.

• Sale of dental equipment to Florida Department of Health in Baker County for $1.00
• Mutual Aid Agreement with Naval Air Station Jacksonville for firefighting assistance (up to 10 years)
• Award of Bid #21/22-11 for Limerock Base to Liberty Trucking, LLC and Pritchett Trucking, Inc.
• Renewal of mowing services agreement with J&D Maintenance & Services of North Florida, LLC, including Keystone Heights Senior Center at $105.00 per cut
• Architectural services agreement with Dasher Hurst Architects, P.A. for public safety facilities

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding REZ 2021-14 to rezone eight parcels owned by the Clay County Redevelopment Authority to BB-2 zoning. Residents expressed concerns regarding drainage, flooding, and traffic impacts on the Forest Glen neighborhood. The Commission tabled the item pending further information regarding water management.

• Rezoning of 4.75 acres from various districts to BB-2 (REZ 2021-14)
• Discussion of a moratorium on residential density increases in Lake Asbury
• Public comment regarding drainage and illegal retention ponds near College Drive

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is holding public hearings to consider three variance requests regarding land development codes. The body will decide on requests to reduce setbacks and increase lot coverage for residential and commercial properties.

• BOA 21-22: Request to reduce front setback from 20 to 8 feet in the RB zoning district
• BOA 21-29: Request to reduce setback from Outstanding Florida Waters from 100 ft. to 70 ft.
• BOA 21-31: Request to reduce side setback in the AR zoning district from 20 ft. to 10 ft.

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is reviewing quarterly marketing reports from EVOK and Airstream Ventures and evaluating a sports event grant request for the MotoSurf World Cup. The body is also discussing updates on the Visitor Center, Fairgrounds Master Plan, and the Northeast FL Sports Complex.

• Sports Event Grant Request for MotoSurf World Cup
• FY 21-22 budget report and Bed Tax Collections update
• Quarterly marketing report from EVOK
• Update on the Northeast FL Sports Complex
• Update on the Fairgrounds Master Plan

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a workshop to discuss proposed ordinance changes for animal services and review county revenue streams. The meeting includes updates on a new animal shelter and the evaluation of various fee schedules and taxes.

• Proposed ordinance changes regarding aggressive dogs, hobby breeders, pet shops, and citations
• Update on the New Shelter
• Review of the Solid Waste Enterprise Fund and Building Fund
• Discussion of alternate revenues including Utility Tax, Business License, and Impact Fees
• Review of the Donation/Sponsorship Policy

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss transportation priority projects, zoning changes, and various public hearings. Key decisions include the selection of a manager for Knight's Marina and the allocation of federal health relief funds.

• Award of RFP No. 20/21-25 for Management of Knight's Marina to LSA Sales, LLC DBA Black Creek Marina
• Budget Resolution for U.S. HHS Provider Relief Fund Phase 4 payment of $441,752.07
• Lump sum payment of $150,000.00 to UNF for Small Business Development Center services
• Public hearing for CPA 2021-18 to change 100.17 acres from Lake Asbury Rural Fringe to Lake Asbury Rural Community
• Public hearing for an ordinance and permit to allow beer and wine at the Northeast Florida Scottish Highland Games and Festival

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is meeting to discuss several professional service renewals, grant applications, and inter-agency agreements. Key items include a $699,000 pier removal project and a $150,000 small business consulting agreement.

• Agreement with Hal Jones Contractor, LLC for Shands Pier Removal Project not to exceed $699,000.00
• Lump sum payment of $150,000.00 to University of North Florida for Small Business Development Center services
• Award of professional design services for Clay County Department of Health Building to Bhide & Hall Architects, P.A.
• Approval for Clay County Sheriff’s Office to apply for FY 2022/2023 grants
• Four budget resolutions for grants under $50,000, including $46,871.01 for MIS System Replacement

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss infrastructure projects, including jail renovations and a new communications center. The meeting also includes a public hearing on code enforcement and building regulation ordinances.

• Agreement with Strollo Architects, Inc. for jail renovations in the amount of $331,200
• Agreement with Architects Design Group/ADG, Inc. for a Co-Located Communications Center not to exceed $148,210.00
• State Aid to Libraries Grant Agreement with an estimated amount of $77,339.00
• Public hearing on ordinances amending the County Code regarding code enforcement, building regulations, and the housing code
• Award of RFQ #21/22-9 for engineering consulting to WGI, Inc., GAI Consultants, and Jones Edmunds

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission is meeting to discuss the legislative branch of the county charter, specifically regarding County Commission composition, term limits, qualifications, and salaries. The body will also review suggestions for revised charter topics.

• Discussion of Section 2.2: Legislative Branch (composition, term limits, minimum qualifications, and salaries)
• Review of revised charter topic suggestions
• Approval of December 2, 2021 meeting minutes

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee will consider multiple agreements including wetland credit purchases for CR218, a school board interlocal agreement for Sandridge Road, and a demolition bid. Other items include Microsoft licensing payments, pet adoption processing services, and a CDBG grant.

• First Amendment to Agreement #2020/2021-179 with Town Branch, LLC for $95,200.00 in wetland credits
• Interlocal Agreement with School Board of Clay County regarding Sandridge Road pond use
• Bid #21/22-13 for SHIP Demolition and Reconstruction Project - Fuzzy Lane awarded to Maxxim Construction and Roofing, LLC for $277,000.00
• Agreement with Stripe, Inc. for pet adoption payment processing services
• Annual advance payment of $225,549.50 for Microsoft product licensing via SHI International Corp

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss several rezoning requests, a text amendment to public notice requirements, and comprehensive plan amendments. The meeting includes proposals for commercial and residential developments in various districts.

• REZ 2021-14: Rezoning of eight parcels owned by Clay County Redevelopment Authority to BB-2 district
• LDC 2021-17: Proposed text amendment to Article XII regarding legal advertising and public notice signs
• CPA 2021-21: Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment to the 2040 Future Land Use Map
• REZ 2021-17: Rezoning of three parcels owned by Reinhold Corporation at CR 218 and Bus Loop Blvd
• CPA 21-18: Large Scale FLUM Amendment to change 100.17 acres to Lake Asbury Rural Community