Clay public meetings in 2025

Land Conservation Committee

The committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive a presentation from the North Florida Land Trust. Members will also provide feedback to staff regarding potential uses for conservation lands.

• Presentation by Jess Martin and Kim Hall of the North Florida Land Trust
• Staff feedback on potential uses for conservation lands
• Approval of November 18, 2025 meeting minutes

Charter Review Commission

The Clay County Charter Review Commission met to consider charter provisions and administrative matters. It accepted the resignations of two members, approved the updated roster and the CRC counsel agreement, and voted to eliminate Section 1.5 on casino gambling, Section 3.1 on elected office residency, and Section 3.2 on recall from further discussion. A motion was also passed to add municipal utility tax as a future agenda item.

• Acceptance of resignations from Mike Cella and Melissa Benes
• Approval of the 2025/26 CRC updated roster
• Approval of the CRC counsel agreement
• Motion to remove Section 1.5 (Casino Gambling) from charter discussion
• Motions to remove Section 3.1 (Residency Requirement) and Section 3.2 (Recall) from charter discussion

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Clay County Board of County Commissioners will consider awarding a $4,499,950 contract for the construction of Radar Road and a $302,232.56 contract for the Omega Park CCUA Connection. The meeting also includes public hearings on zoning changes and the adoption of a housing assistance plan.

• Award of $4,499,950 for Construction of Radar Road
• Award of $302,232.56 for Omega Park CCUA Connection
• Public Hearing for ZON 25-0027 rezoning
• Public Hearing for ZON 25-0033 rezoning
• Adoption of Clay County SHIP Local Housing Assistance Plan

The Board approved the minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting (5‑0). The consent agenda was approved except for items 2 and 3, then Item 2 (Express‑Scripts payments) and Item 3 (Radar Road construction bid) were each approved unanimously (5‑0). The $4,499,950 contract for Radar Road construction was authorized, pending a 72‑hour protest period.

• Approved November 25, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda except items 2 and 3 (5‑0)
• Approved Item 2 – Express‑Scripts payments (5‑0)
• Approved Item 3 – Radar Road construction bid to DB Civil Construction, LLC for $4,499,950 (5‑0)
• Approved Edward Byrne JAG award $54,842 (5‑0)
• Approved $175,000 transfer from Sidewalk Fund for CR218 sidewalk project (5‑0)
• Approved $554,734 budget amendment for unspent sheriff funds (5‑0)
• Approved TDC 2026 meeting schedule (8‑0)

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is discussing updates to the county's Strategic Plan goals and new Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). The workshop includes a review of the publishing implementation plan and a discussion on bills impacting ad valorem property tax bills.

• Proposed goal to execute $65 million in work against the Public Safety Bond for six fire stations
• Proposed goal to generate $150 million in grant revenues
• Proposed target to increase AED and Narcan locations to 350
• Proposed goal to resurface 100 lane miles of roadways
• Proposed target to increase public relations outreach by 150%

Commissioners reviewed proposed changes to the County Strategic Plan, new Key Performance Indicators, a publishing implementation plan, and the impact of upcoming property tax bills. The meeting consisted of presentations and discussion only; no motions were voted on or adopted.

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss two rezoning applications. One item involves rezoning four lots at the Keystone airport to accommodate airport uses and equipment.

• ZON 25-0033: Rezoning four lots within the Keystone airport from Industrial Select (IS) to Heavy Industrial (IB)
• ZON 25-0027: Proposed rezoning of 2.51+/- acres from Commercial and Professional Office District (BA-2) to Community Business District (BB-2), noted as unable to be heard due to lack of advertising

The commission approved the November 4, 2025 meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote. It deferred the ZON‑25‑0027 rezoning request because the required advertisement was missing, scheduling it for the January 6, 2026 meeting. It approved the ZON‑25‑0033 ordinance to rezone four lots at the Keystone airport from Industrial Select to Heavy Industrial by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved November 4, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Deferred ZON‑25‑0027 rezoning due to advertisement error; to be heard Jan 6, 2026
• Approved ZON‑25‑0033 rezoning of four airport lots from IS to I B (6-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several infrastructure contracts and a master agreement with Workday Inc. The meeting includes public hearings to amend the Capital Improvement Plan and the FY 24/25 and 25/26 budgets.

• Award of $1,777,268.93 to Chinchor Electric, Inc. for Old Jennings and Long Bay traffic improvements
• Five-year master agreement renewal with Workday Inc. totaling $4,122,755.00
• Award of $56,409.25 to Jax Utilities Management for Moody Park National Fitness Campaign Slab
• Amendment of $199,547.47 with Jones Edmunds & Associates, Inc. for stormwater modeling
• Public hearing on ordinances and resolutions to amend the Capital Improvement Plan and budgets

The board approved the first renewal of the Workday master agreement, a five‑year software contract worth $4,122,755, and authorized the advanced payment of its annual fees. It also approved the $1,777,268.93 award of the Old Jennings and Long Bay traffic signal improvement bid to Chinchor Electric. Both motions were part of the consent agenda and passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved first renewal of Workday master agreement ($4,122,755) (no vote recorded)
• Approved advanced payment of Workday annual fees (no vote recorded)
• Approved award of Bid No. 24/25-123 for Old Jennings and Long Bay traffic signal improvements to Chinchor Electric, $1,777,268.93 (no vote recorded)
• Approved award of Bid No. 24/25-126 for Moody Park fitness slab to Jax Utilities Management, $56,409.25 (no vote recorded)
• Approved amendment to Agreement No. 2024-2025-68 with Stryker Procare for 50 LifePak monitors, $99,916.50 (no vote recorded)
• Approved termination of Clay County Agreement No. 24/25‑315 (5‑0)
• Approved submission of FY25 CAPER report to HUD by Dec 29, 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved minutes from November 10, 2025 meeting (5‑0)

VAB

The Value Adjustment Board is meeting to discuss requirements for electronic appearances, including telephone and audiovisual options. The board will review rules for notifying petitioners of their appearance choices and ensuring public access to electronic hearings.

• Approval of July 29, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of appearance options (telephone, in-person, and audiovisual)
• Requirements for public access to electronic hearings
• Standards for technology and preservation of hearing records

Land Conservation Committee

The committee will review staff recommendations to add six parcels to the eligibility pool for conservation acquisition. Each parcel includes varied land uses such as parking lots, stormwater ponds, wetlands, and a commercial building. The staff reports no known environmental hazards requiring remediation for any parcel. Public comment will follow before the committee votes.

• Staff recommends approval of Parcel #08-05-26-014266-002-00 (24.81 acres, Roseberry Ct, Fleming Island)
• Staff recommends approval of Parcel #33-04-25-008134-003-00 (27.59 acres, 2913 CR 220, Middleburg)
• Staff recommends approval of Parcel #28-04-26-013158-000-00 (259.40 acres, 4393 Raggedy Point Rd, Fleming Island)
• Staff recommends approval of Parcel #11-05-25-009331-001-00 (Sleepy Hollow Rd, Middleburg)
• Staff recommends approval of Parcel #24-08-23-007800-026-00 and Parcel #24-08-23-007800-011-00 (recreation vehicle use areas)

Charter Review Commission

The Clay County Charter Review Commission will discuss several charter revisions, including a proposal to permit casino gambling under Article I. It will also consider changes to elected county constitutional offices, such as recall provisions in Article III. Additional agenda items cover the residency requirement for commissioners, the acceptance of two alternates' resignations, and approval of the CRC counsel agreement.

• Discussion of residency requirement for commissioners
• Acceptance of resignations from alternates Mike Cella and Melissa Benes
• Approval of CRC counsel agreement
• New business: Article I Section 1.5 – proposal to allow casino gambling
• New business: Article III Section 3.2 – recall of elected county constitutional officers

Construction Trade Licensing Board

The Construction Trade Licensing Board will hear an appeal from Ali Marar, a licensed engineer suspended by the Clay County Building Official for alleged code violations and improper inspections. The board will consider whether to reinstate his license or continue the suspension.

• Hearing for Ali Marar P.E. regarding private provider inspections
• Approval of October 6, 2025, CTLB meeting minutes
• Introduction of new board member Mike Boucher

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Clay County Board of County Commissioners will consider approving a $250,000 grant from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for the Lake Geneva Restoration Project in Keystone Heights. The meeting also includes the approval of franchise agreements for solid waste services, amendments to construction contracts for road and drainage projects, and a public hearing on a zoning application.

• Approval of $250,000 grant for Lake Geneva Restoration Project
• Approval of new solid waste franchise agreements through 2030
• Amendment to construction contract for CR 218 improvements ($136,250.62)
• Public hearing on zoning application PUD 25-0008
• Public hearing on amending the Capital Improvement Plan

The Clay County Board approved proclamations for National Adoption Month, National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, and Farm City Week, each passing with a 5-0 vote. The board also approved the October 28, 2025 meeting minutes by a 5-0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved National Adoption Month proclamation (5-0)
• Approved National Hospice and Palliative Care Month proclamation (5-0)
• Approved Farm City Week proclamation (5-0)
• Approved October 28, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will meet to discuss updates on cemetery preservation and restoration activities. The board will also review minutes from the October 2, 2025, meeting.

• Update on cemetery preservation and restoration activities

Tourist Development Council

The Clay County Tourist Development Council will approve minutes from the September meeting and hear updates on marketing, sports tourism, and bed‑tax collections. The council will review the 2026 meeting schedule and consider several grant requests for upcoming events, including a $25,000 request for the 2026 Scottish Highland Games at the Clay County Fairgrounds. Additional grant requests include $18,000 for the Clay County Open golf tournament and $25,000 for a youth football tournament at the Regional Sports Complex.

• Grant request: $25,000 for 2026 Scottish Games, Feb 27‑28 2026, Clay County Fairgrounds
• Grant request: $18,000 for 2026 Clay County Open (Minor League Golf), Feb 2‑4 2026, Eagle Harbor Golf Club
• Grant request: $25,000 for United Youth Sports East Coast Football Tournament, Dec 4‑7 2025, Clay County Regional Sports Complex
• Grant request: $20,000 for American Cornhole League Flo Down Championship, Jan 16‑18 2026, Clay County Fairgrounds
• Review of 2026 meeting schedule (dates in Jan, Mar, May, Sep, Nov)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two land-use applications. One involves a request to develop a 160-lot single-family subdivision, and the other concerns amendments to development requirements and site plans for a commercial parcel.

• PUD 25-0008: Rezoning of parcels owned by Larmac Development, LLC and Clay County to Planned Unit Development (PUD)
• COMP 25-0013 and PUD 25-0007: Large-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for a 160-lot single-family subdivision
• Approval of October 7, 2025, meeting minutes

The commission unanimously approved the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved PUD‑25‑0008, changing zoning to Planned Unit Development. The commission approved the large‑scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment (COMP‑25‑0013) and the associated PUD‑25‑0007 rezoning by a 5‑3 vote. No other business was discussed.

• Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved PUD‑25‑0008 rezoning (unanimous)
• Approved COMP‑25‑0013 comprehensive plan amendment (5-3)
• Approved PUD‑25‑0007 rezoning (5-3)

Public Safety Coordinating Council

The Clay County Public Safety Coordinating Council will discuss the current status of the Clay County Detention Facility, provide mental health and re‑entry program updates, and propose dates for its 2026 meetings. No votes will be taken because a quorum was not present. The council will also consider approval of the July 25 and April 25, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Current status of the Clay County Detention Facility
• Clay County Detention Facility mental health update
• Clay County Detention Facility re‑entry program update
• Proposed dates for 2026 meetings: Jan 30, Apr 24, Jul 31, Oct 30
• Approval of July 25 and April 25, 2025 meeting minutes (no vote due to lack of quorum)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Clay County Board of County Commissioners will consider approving a $1.5 million contract for a radio system upgrade and a $700,000 grant for a boardwalk at Moccasin Slough. The meeting also includes final public hearings for two zoning changes and the approval of various departmental agreements.

• Approval of Motorola Solutions Customer Upgrade and Purchase Agreement ($1,468,328.00)
• Approval of grant agreement with Florida Department of Environmental Protection ($700,000.00)
• Final Public Hearing to consider ZON 25-0026 (rezoning from AG to AR)
• Final Public Hearing to consider PUD 25-0006 (rezoning to Planned Unit Development)
• Approval of Agreement with St. Johns Housing Partnership for SHIP Inspection Services

The commissioners approved proclamations honoring Veterans Day and National Epilepsy Awareness Month, each by a 4‑0 vote. They also approved the October 14 meeting minutes (4‑0) and moved forward with the consent agenda, approving the St. Johns Housing Partnership inspection contract and the Mobility Fee Credit Agreement (both 4‑0). Additionally, the board authorized a $700,000 grant for the Moccasin Slough boardwalk and a $1,468,328 purchase agreement with Motorola Solutions for the county radio system.

• Approved Veterans Day proclamation (4‑0)
• Approved National Epilepsy Awareness Month proclamation (4‑0)
• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Approved consent agenda except items 7 and 9 (4‑0)
• Approved St. Johns Housing Partnership inspection services contract (item 7) (4‑0)
• Approved Mobility Fee Credit Agreement with Governors Park Property Holdings (item 9) (4‑0)
• Authorized $700,000 grant agreement for Moccasin Slough boardwalk development
• Approved Motorola Solutions Customer Upgrade and Purchase Agreement for radio system ($1,468,328.00)

Land Conservation Committee

The Land Conservation Committee will meet to discuss the administration of conservation lands. The session includes a presentation on existing county conservation lands and a sample land acquisition exercise.

• Consideration of changes to the Property Decision Matrix Scoring Rubric
• Consideration of changes to the FFCLP Property Nomination Form
• Presentation by Caleb Risinger on existing County conservation lands
• Decision regarding a quorum for the December 16th meeting
• Sample land acquisition exercise kickoff

The Land Conservation Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting. The committee also agreed to hold a meeting on December 16, 2025. All other agenda items were discussed as information‑only and no further actions were decided.

• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to hold a meeting on December 16, 2025

Charter Review Commission

The Clay County Charter Review Commission will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting, discuss the county budget, and review the Clay County Charter. The group will also discuss retaining counsel for the commission.

• Approval of October 6, 2025, meeting minutes
• Presentation on the Clay County budget
• Discussion of the Clay County Charter
• Retention of counsel for the CRC
• Public comment period

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously appointed Glenn Taylor as the Charter Review Commission counsel. Additionally, the commission unanimously added an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance to the meeting agenda.

• Approved October 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Glenn Taylor as CRC counsel (unanimous)
• Approved addition of invocation to agenda (unanimous)
• Approved addition of Pledge of Allegiance to agenda (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Clay County Board will vote on several contracts and grant agreements, including a three‑year $2,445,763.71 FEMA SAFER grant to fund 15 new firefighters. Other items include renewal of bus‑bench services, waste‑tire disposal award, and a public hearing on rezoning six agricultural properties. The meeting also features proclamations for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and GFWC International Day of Service.

• Approval of $2,445,763.71 SAFER grant from FEMA to hire 15 firefighters (match required $1,520,339.64)
• Renewal and amendment of Bus Bench Services agreement with Push Media LLC at $10,000 annual fee
• Award of Waste Tire Disposal Services bid (Bid No. 24/25-124) from Solid Waste Fund
• Public hearing to consider rezoning six properties from Agricultural to Agricultural Residential (ZON 25‑00026)
• Proclamations adopting Domestic Violence Awareness Month and GFWC International Day of Service

The Board unanimously approved proclamations for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, GFWC International Day of Service, and World Polio Day. It also approved the September 23 meeting minutes. Major contracts and grants were authorized, including a $2,445,763.71 SAFER grant for firefighter staffing, a BlueMedicare master agreement, a mosquito‑control assistance agreement, and renewals for bus‑bench services, limerock delivery, and waste‑tire disposal.

• Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation approved (5-0)
• GFWC International Day of Service proclamation approved (5-0)
• World Polio Day proclamation approved (5-0)
• September 23, 2025 minutes approved (5-0)
• SAFER grant $2,445,763.71 approved to hire 15 firefighters
• BlueMedicare master agreement with Florida Blue approved
• Mosquito Control assistance agreement with FDACS approved (up to $69,587.50)
• Bus Bench Services renewal with Push Media LLC approved ($10,000 annual fee)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider several land-use amendments and rezoning applications. These include a continued request for a Planned Unit Development and two new rezoning proposals.

• COMP 25-0012: Proposed FLUM Amendment to change 16.34+/- acres from Rural Residential to Urban Fringe
• PUD 25-0005: Proposed rezoning from Agricultural Residential to Planned Unit Development
• ZON 25-0026: Administrative request to rezone six properties from Agricultural to Agricultural Residential
• PUD 25-0006: Request to rezone 10 parcels and portions of two others to Planned Unit Development

The commission approved the September 2 minutes unanimously. It then approved a Future Land Use amendment (COMP‑25‑0012) changing 16.34 acres from Rural Residential to Urban Fringe (6‑1). It also approved a Planned Unit Development rezoning (PUD‑25‑0005) from Agricultural Residential to PUD (6‑1), an administrative rezoning (ZON‑25‑0026) from Agricultural to Agricultural Residential (unanimous), and another PUD rezoning (PUD‑25‑0006) (unanimous).

• Approved September 2 minutes (7‑0)
• Approved COMP‑25‑0012 FLU amendment (6‑1)
• Approved PUD‑25‑0005 rezoning (6‑1)
• Approved ZON‑25‑0026 rezoning (unanimous)
• Approved PUD‑25‑0006 rezoning (unanimous)

Construction Trade Licensing Board

The Construction Trade Licensing Board will meet to introduce a new member and conduct a finding of fact hearing for Ali Marar, P.E. The hearing concerns allegations of code violations and improper inspections performed by Mr. Marar as a private provider.

• Finding of Fact hearing for Ali Marar, P.E. regarding private provider inspections
• Introduction of new board member Mike Boucher
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 6, 2025, and July 7, 2025

The board approved the minutes from the January 6 and July 7, 2025 meetings unanimously. It then voted to suspend Mr. Thayer’s contractor license and his company until they re‑apply or obtain a new qualified engineer, also unanimously. Finally, the board voted 3‑2 to delay further action on the Ali Marar private‑provider inspection issue for thirty days.

• Approved Jan 6 2025 and July 7 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Suspended Mr. Thayer’s contractor license and company until re‑application (unanimous)
• Delayed action on Ali Marar private‑provider inspection matter for 30 days (3-2)

Charter Review Commission

The Clay County Charter Review Commission will discuss its duties and requirements, appoint a chair and vice chair, consider retaining its counsel, and set future meeting dates. No formal decisions are indicated; the items are listed as discussion topics.

• Discussion of duties and requirements of CRC
• Appointments of chair and vice chair
• Discussion of retention of CRC counsel
• Discussion of CRC meeting dates

The commission unanimously elected Courtney Connor as Chair and Yul McNair as Vice‑Chair. Members approved holding the next meeting on October 20, 2025 at 5:00 pm and adopted a schedule of meetings every third Monday of the month (Nov 17 and Dec 15). A motion to accept attorney resumes and appoint counsel at the following meeting also passed unanimously.

• Courtney Connor appointed Chair (unanimous)
• Yul McNair appointed Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Next CRC meeting approved for Oct 20, 2025 at 5:00 pm (unanimous)
• Future meetings set for every third Monday (Nov 17 and Dec 15, 2025) (unanimous)
• Motion to accept attorney resumes and appoint counsel at next meeting carried unanimously

Historic Preservation Board

The board will receive progress updates on historic marker projects and discuss the draft application process for county historic signage. The meeting includes reviews of specific marker projects for Fort 11 and the Middleburg Museum/Civic Center.

• Progress updates on historic markers for Fort 11 and Middleburg Museum/Civic Center
• Discussion of draft county signage and the application process for historic sites

The Historic Preservation Board approved the minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other formal actions were taken. The board discussed updates on historic markers, the draft county signage application process, cemetery preservation efforts, and upcoming community events.

• Approved September 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a final public hearing to adopt the FY 2025/2026 budget and millage. The meeting includes several zoning requests, public hearings on district dissolutions, and the approval of various county service contracts.

• Final Public Hearing for adoption of FY 2025/2026 Final Millage and Budget
• Funding Agreement with Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) not to exceed $4,071,861.50
• Lease of two buildings at 3229 Bear Run Boulevard to Doing What We Dream, Inc. starting at $4,000 monthly
• Agreement with E. Vaughan Rivers, Inc. for Oakleaf Library preconstruction services for $60,000
• TDC Event Marketing Grants: $25,000 for Florida Georgia Classic, $12,500 for NIGHTMARE Tournament, and $5,000 for Moosehaven Chili Cook-off

The Board approved three proclamations—National Recovery Month, National Fire Prevention Week, and the 50th anniversary of Orange Park Mall—each by a 5‑0 vote. The September 9 and September 15 meeting minutes were also approved unanimously (5‑0). The Traffic Control District recommended three event‑marketing grants, all approved unanimously (8‑0). The Board authorized posting a Notice of Intent to award the traffic‑signal maintenance contract (Bid No. 24/25-119).

• Approved National Recovery Month proclamation (5-0)
• Approved National Fire Prevention Week proclamation (5-0)
• Approved Orange Park Mall 50‑year anniversary proclamation (5-0)
• Approved September 9 and September 15 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved TDC grant for Moosehaven Chili Cook‑off ($5,000) (8-0)
• Approved TDC grant for The NIGHTMARE Youth Flag Football Tournament ($12,500) (8-0)
• Approved TDC grant for Florida Georgia Classic ($25,000) (8-0)
• Authorized posting Notice of Intent to award traffic signal maintenance contract (Bid No. 24/25-119)

Board of County Commissioners Special

The Clay County Board of Commissioners will consider agenda item 1, the approval of the 2025 Clay County Local Mitigation Strategy Plan. The plan was prepared by the Clay County Local Mitigation Strategy Taskforce and the Northeast Florida Regional Council. The agenda includes the plan document and a resolution for approval.

• Approval of the 2025 Clay County Local Mitigation Strategy Plan

Vice‑Chairwoman Kristen Burke called the special meeting after Chairman Betsy Condon was absent. Commissioner John Sgromolo moved to approve the 2025 Clay County Local Mitigation Strategy Plan and to authorize the Vice‑Chair to sign the resolution; the motion was seconded by Commissioner Jim Renninger. The Board voted 3‑0 in favor, adopting the plan effective September 23, 2025.

• Approved 2025 Clay County Local Mitigation Strategy Plan (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider approval for various contracts, including software services, security agreements, and funding for health and legal aid, pending the FY25/26 budget. The meeting includes a public hearing on the tentative millage and budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Approval of software services agreement with OpenGov for $47,558.71
• Authorization to submit $250,000 grant request for High Ridge Estates
• Public hearing on adoption of Tentative Millage and Budget for FY 2025/26
• Public hearing on closing access to Little River Drive from Old Hard Road
• Discussion of appointments to Doctors Inlet/Ridgewood Citizens Advisory Committee

The commissioners unanimously approved proclamations honoring 9/11, National POW/MIA Recognition Day, and BASCA Awareness Week. They also approved the award of a $817,869.20 sidewalk contract under the Community Development Block Grant. Additional approvals included the August 26 meeting minutes, a $47,558.71 OpenGov software renewal, and two $76,027.89 memoranda of agreement with the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.

• Approved 9/11 Proclamation (5-0)
• Approved National POW/MIA Recognition Day Proclamation (5-0)
• Approved BASCA Awareness Week Proclamation (5-0)
• Approved award of $817,869.20 sidewalk contract to Jax Utilities Management
• Approved August 26, 2025 Board minutes (5-0)
• Approved third renewal of OpenGov software agreement for $47,558.71
• Approved MOA with CCSO for inmate work crew supervision ($76,027.89)
• Approved MOA with CCSO for security services at admin building ($76,027.89)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board approved the minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the board discussed updates on cemetery preservation, historic markers, and county signage but took no decisions on those items. The meeting adjourned at 6:18 p.m.

• Approved August 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council will review grant requests for local events and a funding agreement for a tourism feasibility study. The body will also receive marketing and sports tourism updates.

• Funding Agreement for Tourism Feasibility Study with Clay County Economic Development Corporation not to exceed $130,000
• Grant request for The HUB FL/GA Pickleball Tournament: $25,000
• Grant request for BNA Nightmare Flag Football Tournament: $12,500
• Grant request for Moosehaven 15th Annual Chili Cook-off & Car Show: $5,000
• Bed Tax collection and hotel data report

The Tourist Development Council unanimously approved the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes, a funding agreement for a tourism feasibility study up to $130,000, and three event grants totaling $42,500. All grant motions passed unanimously.

• Approved July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved up to $130,000 feasibility study funding agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 Moosehaven Chili Cook‑off grant (unanimous)
• Approved $12,500 BNA Nightmare Flag Football Tournament grant (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 HUB FL/GA Pickleball Tournament grant (unanimous)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Clay County Planning Commission held public hearings on multiple zoning and land‑use applications, approving several rezoning requests and a FLUM amendment. Notably, ZON‑25‑0018 was approved 6‑0 to change three parcels to Neighborhood Business District. Other items included approvals of ZON‑25‑0016 and continuation of COMP‑25‑0004, while some applications were withdrawn or deferred.

• ZON‑25‑0018: Rezoning three parcels from BA‑2, BB, BB‑3 to Neighborhood Business District (BA) – approved 6‑0
• ZON‑25‑0016: Rezoning ~39.06 acres from Single Family Residential (RB) to Agricultural/Residential (AR) – approved 6‑0
• COMP‑25‑0004: FLUM amendment changing 0.60 acres from Branan Field Primary Conservation Network (BF‑PCN) to Branan Field Master Planned Community (BF‑MPC) – motion to continue approved 6‑0
• ZON‑25‑0025: Public hearing on rezoning a single parcel from Agricultural Residential (AR) to Private Services (PS‑3) – considered
• ZON‑25‑0019: Public hearing on rezoning ~5 acres from Commercial/Professional Office (BA‑2) to Specialty Business (BB‑3) – considered

The commission approved the rezoning of a 5‑acre parcel to a Specialty Business District, conditioned on a development agreement (7‑0). It also approved a continuance for two other applications until the October 7 meeting (7‑0). A 0.60‑acre conservation‑to‑master‑planned‑community amendment was approved with comments (5‑2). Finally, a parcel was rezoned from Agricultural Residential to Private Services (7‑0). All votes were recorded as shown.

• Approved ZON 25-0019 rezoning (5+ acres) to Specialty Business District, conditioned on development agreement (7-0)
• Approved continuance for COMP 25-0012 and PUD 25-0005 until Oct 7, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved COMP 25-0004 amendment (0.60 acres) to Branan Field Master Planned Community, with comments (5-2)
• Approved ZON 25-0025 rezoning from Agricultural Residential to Private Services (7-0)
• Approved August 5, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes (8-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Clay County Board of Commissioners will consider several finance‑related actions, including the renewal of a professional auditing services agreement with James Moore & Co., P.L. for FY 2025‑2027 at $285,000, $295,000 and $290,000 respectively. The board will also approve a $105,806 state Emergency Preparedness and Assistance grant and a $30,000 budget transfer plus a $105,000 award to Legacy in Action for the Green Cove Springs Library roof replacement. Additional items include selection of top engineering consulting firms for construction inspections, multiple annual assessment rate resolutions for road maintenance, and a public hearing on closing access to Little River Drive.

• Renewal of Agreement No. 2021/2022-224 with James Moore & Co., P.L. for professional auditing services ($285,000 FY2025, $295,000 FY2026, $290,000 FY2027)
• Approval of State Funded EMPA Grant with maximum reimbursement of $105,806 for FY2025‑2026
• Budget transfer of $30,000 and award of $105,000 to Legacy in Action for Green Cove Springs Library roof project
• Selection of top eight consultants for RFQ No. 24/25-096 Continuing General Engineering Consulting Services for Construction Engineering Inspection
• Presentation of annual assessment rate resolutions for Hidden Waters, OakForest, Blue Jay Drive, and other MSBUs

The Board approved the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes and the Consent Agenda, which included several finance and grant items. It also approved the Legislative Priorities and Appropriations Palm Card and a $30,000 budget transfer to award a $105,000 contract for the Green Cove Springs Library roof to Legacy in Action. Additionally, the Board granted a continuance for COMP 25-0004 until September 23, 2025.

• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items (5-0)
• Approved Legislative Priorities and Appropriations Palm Card (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 budget transfer and award of $105,000 library roof contract to Legacy in Action (5-0)
• Approved renewal of professional auditing services agreement with James Moore & Co., P.L.
• Approved EMPA Grant with maximum reimbursement of $105,806.00
• Approved continuance of COMP 25-0004 until September 23, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved public hearing schedule for petition to close access to Little River Drive

Land Conservation Committee

The committee will discuss the property acquisition process, including the creation of nomination, eligibility, and priority pools. Members will also review the Property Decision Matrix Scoring Rubric and the 'Blueprint for Success' goals.

• Approval of July 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of the Property Decision Matrix Scoring Rubric
• Discussion on the property acquisition process and nomination pools
• Discussion regarding a public use of conservation lands ordinance
• Planning for 2025 sample land acquisition exercises

The Land Conservation Committee approved the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. The committee then reviewed the program’s goals, acquisition process, and scoring matrix, and discussed next steps such as a mock exercise in October and a presentation on county‑owned conservation lands. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved July 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Clay County Board of Commissioners will vote on several finance and development items. It will award the $47,800 contract for Fire Station 18’s parking lot and waive a bid‑bond defect. The Board will also reject the over‑budget proposals for the Computer Aided Dispatch, Law Enforcement Records Management and Jail Management System. Additional actions include adopting the FY 2025/2026 fee schedule, approving a sheriff’s office grant application, and authorizing a developer agreement for Omega Park.

• Approve award of $47,800 to Concrete Profiles, Inc. for Fire Station 18 parking lot (Bid No. 24/25-084)
• Reject all proposals for RFP 24/25-025 (CAD, records management, jail system) as over budget
• Adopt FY 2025/2026 Schedule of Fees and Services (effective Oct 1, 2025)
• Approve Clay County Sheriff’s Office request to apply for FY 2025/2026 grants
• Approve Developer Agreement between Clay County and Clay County Utility Authority for Omega Park

The provided minutes for the Clay County Commissioners meeting on August 12, 2025 contain garbled text and do not include any clear records of actions taken, votes, or resolutions. No specific decisions, approvals, denials, or tablings can be identified from the source document. Consequently, there are no actionable items to report.

Historic Preservation Board

The Clay County Historic Preservation Board will choose its Chairman and Vice‑Chairman for the 2025‑2026 term. The meeting also includes a Sunshine Law presentation with the County Attorney, updates on historic marker projects at Fort 11, the Middleburg Colored School, and the Middleburg Museum/Civic Center, a cemetery preservation update, and a discussion of draft county historic signage and its application process.

• Selection of Chairman and Vice‑Chairman for the 2025‑2026 Historic Preservation Board
• Sunshine Law presentation and discussion with the County Attorney
• Progress updates on historic markers: Fort 11, Middleburg Colored School, and Middleburg Museum/Civic Center
• Cemetery preservation and restoration update
• Discussion of draft county historic signage and application process

The board approved the minutes from the May 1 and June 5, 2025 meetings by a 5‑0 vote. Members then approved the nominated Chairman and Vice‑Chairman for the 2025‑2026 term with a 6‑0 vote. The board also reached a consensus to move forward with a county historic‑sign design, which will be reviewed at a later meeting.

• Approved May 1 and June 5, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved nomination of new Chairman and Vice‑Chairman for 2025/2026 (6‑0)
• Consensus to advance county historic‑sign design (no formal vote)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and Future Land Use Map amendments. The body will also consider staff-initiated amendments to the Land Development Code regarding boat ramps, setbacks, and roadway design.

• PUD 25-0003: Rezoning 2.31+/- acres from Agricultural Residential to Planned Commercial Development District
• ZON 25-0016: Rezoning approximately 39.06 acres from Single Family Residential to Agricultural/Residential
• COMP 25-0004: FLUM amendment for 0.60 acres from Branan Field Primary Conservation Network to Branan Field Master Planned Community
• ZON 25-0018: Rezoning three parcels from Commercial/Professional Office, Intermediate Business, and Specialty Business to Neighborhood Business
• ZON 25-0017: Staff-initiated amendment to front setback regulations in the Branan Field Master Planned Community Suburban Zone

The commission approved the July 1 minutes unanimously (7-0). A motion to approve PUD‑25‑0003 was rejected (2-4). Several applications were withdrawn, and the commission approved rezoning ZON‑25‑0018, ZON‑25‑0016, continued COMP‑25‑0004, and continued ZON‑25‑0021, each with a 6-0 vote.

• Approved July 1 minutes (7-0)
• Rejected PUD‑25‑0003 motion (2-4)
• Approved ZON‑25‑0018 rezoning (6-0)
• Approved ZON‑25‑0016 rezoning (6-0)
• Continued COMP‑25‑0004 until Sep 2, 2025 (6-0)
• Continued ZON‑25‑0021 until Oct 7, 2025 (6-0)
• Withdrawn ZON‑25‑0008 application
• Withdrawn COMP‑25‑0009 and ZON‑25‑0010 applications

VAB

The Clay County Value Adjustment Board will decide whether to appoint Aaron Thalwitzer, Esq. as private counsel for the 2025 tax cycle at a rate of $225.00 per hour, with costs shared three‑fifths by the Board of County Commissioners and two‑fifths by the School Board. The board will also adopt a resolution setting the filing fee for petitions, adopt local administrative procedures, and approve the initial certifications of the 2025 real property and tangible personal property ad valorem tax rolls. Additional items include selecting special magistrates and discussing electronic filing and hearing options.

• Appointment of private counsel Aaron Thalwitzer, Esq. at $225.00 per hour; cost split 3/5 County Commissioners, 2/5 School Board
• Adoption of the resolution for the filing fee for petitions
• Adoption of Clay County Value Adjustment Board local administrative procedures
• Approval of initial certifications of the 2025 real property and tangible personal property ad valorem tax rolls
• Selection of special magistrates (Real Property, TPP Valuations, Exemptions) with rates such as $195.00 per hour for Valtrust

Public Safety Coordinating Council

The Public Safety Coordinating Council will discuss the current status of the Clay County Detention Facility, including inmate population numbers and renovation design timeline. Updates on mental‑health legislation, the inmate betterment program, and related services will also be presented. No public comments were received.

• Status report on Clay County Detention Facility (492 inmates, capacity 478)
• Discussion of renovation design timeline for the jail
• Update on SB168 – the Tristin Murphy Act for mental‑health services
• Report on CCDF Inmate Betterment Program (GED, Microsoft certifications, job fair hires)
• Review of CCDF Mental Health updates and Clay Behavioral Mobile Response Team

The Public Safety Coordinating Council did not have a quorum, so no votes or formal decisions were taken. Members discussed the new “Unlock Recovery” program for the Clay County Detention Facility and the upcoming Tristian Murphy Act, which is set to take effect on October 1, 2025. The council scheduled its next meeting for October 24, 2025.

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Clay County Board of Commissioners will vote on several contracts and agreements, including the award of a $3,239,719 notice to C.C. Borden Construction for courthouse renovation. Other items include a $340,000 affordable‑housing contribution, a $194,469.54 UF/IFAS Extension services agreement, and multiple zoning and land‑use public hearings. The meeting also covers budget resolutions, finance warrants, and updates on strategic plans and library projects.

• Award Notice to C.C. Borden Construction for Courthouse Renovation – $3,239,719
• Interlocal Agreement with Housing Finance Authority – $340,000 contribution to Kelli Grove affordable housing
• Agreement with UF/IFAS Extension – $194,469.54 for four extension positions (2025‑2030)
• Amendment to Capital Improvement Plan and operating budget (Non‑CIE portion)
• Final public hearings on multiple zoning and comprehensive plan amendments (e.g., ZON 24‑0033, COMP 25‑0011)

The Board approved a Notice of Intent to Award Bid No. 24/25-075 for the Clay County Courthouse Renovation to C.C. Borden Construction for $3,239,719. It also approved an interlocal agreement contributing $340,000 to the Kelli Grove affordable‑housing project and a UF/IFAS Extension Services agreement costing $194,469.54. Additionally, the Board adopted a resolution amending the non‑CIE portion of the Capital Improvement Plan and approved a banking services contract with Wells Fargo. The National Purple Heart Day proclamation was adopted unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved Proclamation for National Purple Heart Day (5‑0)
• Approved July 8, 2025 Board of County Commissioners meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved July 8, 2025 Board of County Commissioners Budget Workshop minutes (5‑0)
• Approved Notice of Intent to Award Bid No. 24/25-075 for Courthouse Renovation – $3,239,719.00
• Approved Resolution amending the Non‑CIE portion of the Clay County Capital Improvement Plan
• Approved UF/IFAS Extension Faculty and Staff Services agreement – $194,469.54
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Housing Finance Authority – $340,000 contribution to Kelli Grove affordable housing
• Approved Agreement for Banking Services with Wells Fargo Bank National Association

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is meeting to review marketing updates and discuss several grant requests for local events. The body will also consider a funding agreement with the Clay County Economic Development Corporation for a feasibility study.

• Grant request: 2025 Town of Orange Park Fall Festival ($15,000)
• Grant request: 2025 Clay County Pro Rodeo ($25,000)
• Grant request: 2025 USSP Tournament ($16,200)
• Funding Agreement with Clay County Economic Development Corporation for a Feasibility Study
• Marketing update from Advance Travel & Tourism

The Tourist Development Council approved the May 7 meeting minutes (6‑0). It voted 4‑2 to table the funding agreement for a feasibility study with the Clay County Economic Development Corporation. The council also approved three grant requests: $15,000 for the Orange Park Fall Festival (6‑0), $25,000 for the Clay County Pro Rodeo (6‑0), and $16,200 for the US Senior Pickleball Tournament (6‑0).

• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Tabled funding agreement for feasibility study (4-2)
• Approved $15,000 Orange Park Fall Festival grant (6-0)
• Approved $25,000 Clay County Pro Rodeo grant (6-0)
• Approved $16,200 US Senior Pickleball Tournament grant (6-0)

Land Conservation Committee

The newly formed Land Conservation Committee will meet to introduce members and staff. The body will discuss operating procedures, procedural requirements, and its duties regarding land acquisition and stewardship plans.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair positions
• Discussion of Committee Operating Procedures
• Review of Florida's Sunshine Law and conflict of interest requirements
• Overview of duties regarding property acquisition and stewardship plan recommendations

The newly formed Land Conservation Committee elected Matthew Corby as Chairman and Heather Nagy as Vice‑Chairman, each motion passing unanimously. The committee also set its regular meeting schedule for the third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. No public comments were received, and the meeting adjourned at 7:02 p.m.

• Matthew Corby elected Chairman (unanimous)
• Heather Nagy elected Vice‑Chairman (unanimous)
• Regular meeting schedule set for third Tuesday each month at 6:00 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Clay County Board of Commissioners will discuss the current status of the county budget. They will review proposed reductions for fiscal years 2024‑25 and 2025‑26, examine the Capital Improvement Program, and consider updates to the fee schedule. No decisions are noted as already made in the agenda.

• Current Status of Budget
• Review of Reductions for 24/25
• Review of Reductions for 25/26
• CIP Review
• Fee Schedule

The Board of County Commissioners held a budget workshop, reviewing revenue assumptions, insurance formulas, reserve changes, staffing costs for new judges, and utility service tax options. No formal votes or approvals were recorded; the utility service tax was scheduled for a vote later that evening. The meeting concluded with continued discussion and no definitive actions taken.

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Clay County Board of Commissioners will consider approving contracts for road construction, library architectural services, and a veterans suicide prevention grant. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a utility tax ordinance and a rezoning request for the Fleming Island Preserve.

• Evergreen Lane road project contract for $725,671.46
• Oakleaf Library architectural services contract for $863,516.00
• Veterans Services Officer grant application for suicide prevention
• Public hearing on utility tax ordinance amendment
• Rehearing on rezoning PUD 24-0006 for Fleming Island Preserve

The Board approved the National Parks and Recreation Month proclamation with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the June 17 and June 24 meeting minutes unanimously. The Board authorized the Evergreen Lane road improvement bid ($725,671.46) and the Oakleaf Library architectural services contract ($863,516). Finance consent agenda items were approved as part of the meeting.

• Approved National Parks and Recreation Month proclamation (5-0)
• Approved June 17 and June 24 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved posting notice of intent to award Evergreen Lane bid ($725,671.46)
• Approved agreement for Oakleaf Library architectural services ($863,516)
• Approved finance consent agenda items (vote not recorded)

Construction Trade Licensing Board

The Construction Trade Licensing Board will meet to discuss the acceptance of out-of-state licensed contractors as Clay County licensed contractors. The board will also review application examples for training and a discipline policy.

• Licensure By Endorsement for out-of-state contractors
• Review of approved and denied application examples for training
• Discipline Policy

The board approved the April 7, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote. After discussion, members chose to take no action and table the licensure‑by‑endorsement proposal. No other items were approved, denied, or resolved.

• Approved April 7, 2025 minutes (4-0 vote)
• Tabled licensure‑by‑endorsement proposal (no action taken)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Clay County Planning Commission considered several FLUM amendments, rezoning requests, and code changes. It approved continuances for items COMP 25-0004, ZON 25-0009, COMP 25-0009/ZON 25-0010, and others, moving decisions to future meetings. The body also adopted a staff‑initiated waste control amendment (ZON 25-0015) and continued a boat‑ramp regulation amendment (ZON 25-0008).

• Continuance of COMP 25-0004 (FLUM amendment) to July 1, 2025
• Continuance of ZON 25-0009 (zoning change) to August 8, 2025
• Continuance of COMP 25-0009 and ZON 25-0010 to August 5, 2025
• Adoption of waste control code amendment ZON 25-0015
• Continuation of boat‑ramp regulation amendment ZON 25-0008

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved COMP‑25‑0002, changing 3.54 acres from Urban Core‑10 to Industrial, and the companion rezoning PUD‑25‑0001 to a Planned Industrial Development District, both by a 6‑0 vote. The commission also approved the continuance of COMP‑25‑0004, removal of a joint‑meeting provision in ZON‑25‑0013, and the approvals of COMP‑25‑0011 and ZON‑25‑0014, each by 6‑0. No public comments were received and the meeting adjourned at 5:52 pm.

• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved COMP-25-0002 industrial land use amendment (6-0)
• Approved PUD-25-0001 Planned Industrial Development rezoning (6-0)
• Approved continuance of COMP-25-0004 to Aug 5, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved removal of joint-meeting provision in ZON-25-0013 (6-0)
• Approved COMP-25-0011 future land use amendment (6-0)
• Approved ZON-25-0014 rezoning (6-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board will consider amendments to the Capital Improvement Plan and the FY24/25 budget. The meeting includes votes on several service contracts and public hearings regarding waste control regulations and land rezoning.

• Award of $389,784.00 to Carroll Mechanical & Plumbing, Inc. for Fleming Island Library HVAC replacement
• Agreement with Command Counseling Center LLC for clinical services totaling $176,400.00 annually
• First Amendment for Tax Collector’s Keystone Heights Branch renovations with J. Lane Construction, LLC for $124,814.94
• Public hearing on Land Development Code amendments regarding waste control regulations
• Review of proposals for RFP No. 24/25-063, Tourism Sports Sales and Development

The Board approved the notice of intent to award the Fleming Island Library HVAC replacement project to Carroll Mechanical & Plumbing, Inc. for $389,784.00, effective after the 72‑hour protest period. They also approved the County Manager’s authority to negotiate and sign the tourism sports sales and development agreement (RFP 24/25‑063). The Board approved a $176,400 clinical services agreement with Command Counseling Center LLC, including advanced quarterly payments and sole‑source designation. Additional consent agenda items approved included the June 10, 2025 meeting minutes, a release of easement for 656 Frederic Dr., and an update to the Engineering Department fee schedule.

• Approved June 10, 2025 meeting minutes, vote 5‑0
• Approved notice of intent to award HVAC contract to Carroll Mechanical & Plumbing, Inc., $389,784.00, vote 5‑0
• Approved County Manager to negotiate and sign tourism sports sales agreement (RFP 24/25‑063), vote 5‑0
• Approved $176,400 clinical services agreement with Command Counseling Center LLC, including advanced quarterly payments and sole‑source status, vote 5‑0
• Approved Resolution No. 2023/2024‑97 AM2 to update FY 2024/2025 Engineering Department fee schedule, vote 5‑0
• Approved release of easement for 656 Frederic Dr., vote 5‑0
• Deferred final re‑plat for Clance Bay to a future meeting

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Clay County Board of County Commissioners will discuss legislative wrap‑up items, including appropriations requests and budget impacts. Commissioners will examine the county's reserve levels, fund details, and options for reducing shortfalls. The meeting will also consider alternate revenue streams to address budget gaps.

• Appropriations requests
• Budget impacts
• Reserves review
• Fund details discussion
• Reductions to meet shortfalls and alternate revenue streams

The Board of County Commissioners held a budget workshop where staff presented legislative wrap‑up, reserves, fund details, and reduction options. Commissioners asked questions and voiced concerns, but no motions were adopted, denied, or voted on. Staff will return with further information as directed.

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board approved the new Clay County Disaster Policy and Emergency Financial Plan, which take effect on June 10, 2025. It also authorized a cost‑reimbursement funding agreement of up to $130,000 for a tourism feasibility study with the Clay County Economic Development Corporation. Additional actions included accepting the final plat for Breezy Oaks Estates Phase Two, approving a school‑concurrency mitigation agreement for Bella Lago Townhomes Phase II, and scheduling the first public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant annual action plan.

• Adoption of Clay County Disaster Policy and Emergency Financial Plan (effective June 10, 2025)
• Funding agreement up to $130,000 for a tourism feasibility study with the Clay County Economic Development Corporation
• Acceptance of final plat for recording Breezy Oaks Estates Phase Two
• Approval of School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Agreement for Bella Lago Townhomes Phase II
• First public hearing on the annual action plan for the Community Development Block Grant

The Board approved the Clay County Disaster Policy and Emergency Financial Plan, effective June 10, 2025. It also approved a cost‑reimbursement agreement up to $130,000 for a tourism feasibility study. Additional actions included accepting the final plat for Breezy Oaks Estates Phase Two, approving a school concurrency mitigation agreement, amending public‑meeting guidelines, and adopting three proclamations recognizing Amateur Radio Week, Solid Waste Workers Week, and the Lake Asbury Junior High Kids Helping Kids Club. All votes were unanimous (4‑0).

• Approved Clay County Disaster Policy and Emergency Financial Plan (4‑0)
• Approved Funding Agreement for tourism feasibility study up to $130,000 (4‑0)
• Accepted final plat for Breezy Oaks Estates Phase Two for recording (4‑0)
• Approved School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Agreement (4‑0)
• Amended Public Meeting Guidelines to cover legislative and quasi‑judicial hearings (4‑0)
• Approved Amateur Radio Week proclamation (4‑0)
• Approved Solid Waste Workers Week proclamation (4‑0)
• Approved Kids Helping Kids Club proclamation (4‑0)

Historic Preservation Board

The Clay County Historic Preservation Board will elect its Chairman and Vice‑Chairman for the 2025‑2026 term. Members will receive progress updates on three historic marker projects: Fort 11, the Middleburg Colored School, and the Middleburg Museum/Civic Center. The meeting will also include an update on cemetery preservation and restoration work.

• Selection of Chairman and Vice‑Chairman for the 2025‑2026 Historic Preservation Board
• Progress update on Fort 11 historic marker project
• Progress update on Middleburg Colored School historic marker project
• Progress update on Middleburg Museum/Civic Center historic marker project
• Cemetery preservation and restoration update

The board met on June 5, 2025 but did not have a quorum, so no items were voted on or formally decided. Items such as officer selection, historic marker updates, cemetery work, and new business were discussed but remain pending.

Planning Commission Meeting

The Clay County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use applications, including rezoning and FLUM amendments. Items include a request to continue a hearing to July 1, a staff‑initiated waste control code amendment, and changes to zoning for non‑motorized boat ramps and agricultural parcels. The commission will also consider a combined FLUM amendment and rezoning that would change 10.01 acres from Rural Residential to Urban Core 10 and rezone it to a Multi‑family Residential District.

• Continuance request for COMP 25-0004 to July 1, 2025
• Staff‑initiated amendment to the Land Development Code for waste control regulations (ZON 25-0015)
• Amendment to regulations for non‑motorized boat ramps in PO‑2 districts (ZON 25-0008)
• Rezoning of 5.34 acres from Lake Asbury Rural Community to Public Ownership (PO‑2) (ZON 25-0009)
• FLUM amendment changing 10.01 acres from Rural Residential to Urban Core 10 and rezoning to Multi‑family Residential District (COMP 25-0009 & ZON 25-0010)

The commission approved a waste‑control amendment to the Land Development Code (ZON‑25‑0015) by a 6‑0 vote. It also approved continuances for multiple applications and adopted two zoning changes, including a FLUM amendment (COMP‑25‑0010) and a rezoning (ZON‑25‑0007) with 5‑1 votes. All motions were carried as recorded.

• Continuance of COMP‑25‑0004 to July 1, 2025 approved (5‑0)
• Waste‑control amendment ZON‑25‑0015 approved (6‑0)
• Continuation of non‑motorized boat ramp amendment ZON‑25‑0008 approved (6‑0)
• Continuance of ZON‑25‑0009 to August 8, 2025 approved (6‑0)
• Continuance of COMP‑25‑0009 and ZON‑25‑0010 to August 5, 2025 approved (5‑0)
• FLUM amendment COMP‑25‑0010 approved (5‑1)
• Rezoning ZON‑25‑0007 approved (5‑1)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Clay County Board of Commissioners will vote to post a Notice of Intent to award Bid No. 24/25-076 for the Middleburg Substation lift‑station replacement, authorizing a $132,611.56 contract. The meeting also includes approvals for a health‑insurance agreement amendment with Florida Blue, an interlocal lake‑restoration agreement with Keystone Heights, and several public‑hearing items on zoning and community‑development districts.

• Approve Notice of Intent to award Bid No. 24/25-076 for Sheriff's Office Middleburg Substation lift‑station replacement ($132,611.56)
• Approve Tenth Amendment to Administrative Services Agreement No. 2010/2011‑57 with Florida Blue (Health Insurance Trust Fund)
• Approve Interlocal Agreement with City of Keystone Heights for Lake Geneva Restoration (Funding: FD1000‑CC1188‑PRJ100826‑546100)
• Public hearing on petition to create Governors Park North Community Development District (≈802‑acre unincorporated area)
• Final public hearing on ZON 24‑0033 rezoning 5.73 acres from Agriculture Residential to Multi‑Family Residential (RD‑4)

The Board of County Commissioners meeting on May 27, 2025 in Clay, Kentucky did not record any substantive decisions. The minutes consist of procedural or unreadable content without clear approvals, denials, or vote tallies.

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Clay County Board of Commissioners will vote to award the $506,749 Black Creek Trail Boardwalk Rehabilitation contract to Legacy Dock and Marine Construction, LLC. The meeting also includes review of architectural service proposals for the Oakleaf Library, approval of a $38,400 HVAC upgrade for the Aging True Facility, and a new agreement for Camp Chowenwaw Park swimming‑pool management. A public hearing will consider amending the Land Conservation Committee ordinance to expand its membership.

• Approve Notice of Intent to award Bid No. 24/25-045 for Black Creek Trail Boardwalk Rehabilitation ($506,749)
• Review staff ranking of RFQ No. 24/25-052 for professional architectural services for Oakleaf Library
• Approve Notice of Intent to award Bid No. 24/25-071 for Aging True Facility HVAC system upgrade ($38,400)
• Approve agreement with One Stop Aquatic Safety LLC for Camp Chowenwaw Park pool management and fee amendment
• Public hearing to amend Ordinance 2024-48, increasing Land Conservation Committee members from 7 to 11

The Clay County Board of Commissioners voted to approve proclamations for History Month and Historic Preservation Month, National Safe Boating Week, Military Service Day/Memorial Day, National Public Works Week, and National Small Business Month. Each motion was carried with a 5-0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Clay County History Month & National Historic Preservation Month proclamation (5-0)
• Approved National Safe Boating Week proclamation (5-0)
• Approved Military Service Day/Memorial Day proclamation (5-0)
• Approved National Public Works Week proclamation (5-0)
• Approved National Small Business Month proclamation (5-0)

Tourist Development Council

The Clay County Tourist Development Council will review several grant requests, including a $30,000 request for the 2025 Pro Watercross event at Keystone Heights Historical Pavilion Beach, and two $3,500 requests for the Moosehaven 4th of July celebration and the Rodeo at the Ranch. The meeting also includes a marketing update from the contracted advertising agency and a tourism team update. All items are for discussion and possible approval.

• Grant request $30,000 for Pro Watercross, May 17‑18, 2025 at Keystone Heights Historical Pavilion Beach
• Grant request $3,500 for Moosehaven 4th of July, July 4, 2025 at Moosehaven
• Grant request $3,500 for Rodeo at the Ranch, May 17, 2025 at Seamark Ranch
• Advance Travel & Tourism Marketing Update from contracted advertising agency
• Tourism Team Update covering 2024 accomplishments, app usage, and upcoming events

The Tourist Development Council approved the February 5, 2025 meeting minutes (8‑0). It approved a $15,000 grant for the 2025 Pro Watercross event (8‑0). It also approved $3,500 grants for the Moosehaven 4th of July celebration and the Rodeo at the Ranch (each 8‑0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved February 5, 2025 minutes (8-0)
• Approved $15,000 Pro Watercross grant (motion by Brian Knight, seconded by Kevin Robert, 8-0)
• Approved $3,500 Moosehaven 4th of July grant (motion by Neil Porter, seconded by Thomas Smith, 8-0)
• Approved $3,500 Rodeo at the Ranch grant (motion amended by Kimberly Evans, seconded by Kevin Robert, 8-0)

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Clay County Board of Commissioners will meet on May 6, 2025 at 8:00 AM. The agenda includes discussion of county revenues, three‑year financial projections, a project review, and the Capital Improvement Program. No specific actions or decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Revenues
• Three‑year financial projections
• Project review
• Capital Improvement Program (CIP)

The Board of County Commissioners met on May 6, 2025 for a budget workshop. Presentations covered revenues, three‑year projections, project reviews, and the Capital Improvement Plan. No votes, approvals, or denials were recorded during the session.

Planning Commission Meeting

The Clay County Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting and then hold public hearings on five land‑use applications. These include a request to rezone half an acre from Business & Professional Office (BA‑2) to Planned Commercial Development (PCD) and several larger rezoning and FLUM amendment proposals affecting rural residential, agricultural, and multi‑family districts. No other business is listed beyond the hearings and standard procedural items.

• PUD 25-0002: Rezone ~0.5 acre from Business & Professional Office (BA‑2) to Planned Commercial Development (PCD)
• COMP 25-0006: FLUM amendment to change 16.34 acres from Rural Residential (RR) to Urban Core 10 (UC‑10)
• ZON 25-0005: Rezoning from Agricultural/Residential (AR) to Multi‑Family Residential (RD‑2)
• ZON 24-0033: Rezoning 5.73 acres from Agriculture Residential (AR) to Multi‑Family Residential (RD‑4)
• ZON 25-0012: Rezoning two parcels from BA‑2 and PCD to Neighborhood Business District (BA)

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 1 meeting. It approved the PUD 25-0002 rezoning from Business & Professional Office to Planned Commercial Development with a 6‑1 vote. The commission granted continuances for the COMP‑25‑0006 amendment and ZON‑25‑0005 rezoning to June 3, 2025, each by a 7‑0 vote. It also approved rezoning applications ZON‑24‑0033 and ZON‑25‑0012, passing 7‑0 and 8‑0 respectively.

• Approved April 1, 2025 minutes (8-0)
• Approved PUD 25-0002 rezoning to Planned Commercial Development (6-1)
• Approved continuance for COMP 25-0006 until June 3, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved continuance for ZON 25-0005 until June 3, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved ZON 24-0033 rezoning to Multi-Family Residential (RD-4) (7-0)
• Approved ZON 25-0012 rezoning to Neighborhood Business District (BA) (8-0)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will discuss the draft 2025/26 budget and workplan, including projected expenditures for marker projects. The board will also form a nominating committee to propose candidates for chairperson and vice‑chairperson. Updates on historic marker progress for Fort 11, Middleburg Colored School, and the Middleburg Museum/Civic Center will be provided. Additional discussion will cover alternatives to state historic markers and related signage.

• Discussion of 2025/26 budget and workplan with tentative FY 25/26 expenditures of $17,150 and FY 24/25 budget of $10,000
• Formation of a Nominating Committee to propose candidates for Chairperson and Vice‑Chairperson
• Progress updates on historic markers: Fort 11, St. Mary's Episcopal Church, Middleburg Colored School, Fort 11, Middleburg Museum/Civic Center with costs ranging from $2,500 to $3,510
• Consideration of marker and sign alternatives, including design and placement options
• Public comment period (no comments received)

The Historic Preservation Board approved the April 3, 2025 minutes with a 6‑1 vote, correcting a misspelling of a member's name. The board then confirmed the nominated officers: Billy Gould as Chairperson and Shawn Atwell as Vice‑Chairperson. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved April 3, 2025 minutes (6-1 vote)
• Confirmed Billy Gould as Chairperson
• Confirmed Shawn Atwell as Vice‑Chairperson

Public Safety Coordinating Council

The Public Safety Coordinating Council reviewed the current status of the Clay County Detention Facility, including inmate numbers and plans to expand the jail with additional beds on the second and third floors. Members discussed mental‑health services, grant funding for the Vivitrol program, and updates to the re‑entry program such as new dorms and visitation areas. The council voted to select Commissioner Betsy Condon as Vice‑Chair. No public comments were received.

• Status update on Clay County Detention Facility: 386 inmates, expansion plans for 2nd/3rd floor adding ~100 beds
• Mental health program updates: grant for Vivitrol, contract counselor (PRN), partnership with HealthCred Care
• Re‑Entry program discussion: new dorms, visitation area changes, addition of new pods and devices
• Selection of Vice‑Chair: Commissioner Betsy Condon appointed by unanimous vote
• Public comments: none received

Chairman Mark Wright moved to approve the Public Safety Coordinating Council minutes from January 31, 2025. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Betsy Condon and carried unanimously. No other actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved Jan 31, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Clay County Board of County Commissioners will consider a $21.3 million contract for two new fire stations, a $1 million agreement with Lincoln Memorial University for the animal shelter, and amendments to various transportation and engineering contracts. The meeting also includes a public hearing on budget adjustments and the selection of a firm for a Safe Streets action plan.

• Comprehensive Agreement with Fortress Secured, LLC for Fire Stations 1 and 22 ($21,336,287.50)
• Cooperative Agreement with Lincoln Memorial University for Animal Services Facility ($1,000,000.00)
• Fifth Amendment to Phase 2 Construction Agreement with Kiewit Infrastructure South Co. ($265,471.66)
• Public Hearing on Ordinance amending the Capital Improvement Plan and Budget
• RFQ No. 24/25-051 for Safe Streets for All Comprehensive Safety Action Plan

The Board approved proclamations for National Child Abuse Prevention Month, Parkinson’s Awareness Month, Law Enforcement Appreciation Week, and Mental Health Awareness Month, each with a 5-0 vote. The Board also approved the minutes from the April 8 and April 15 meetings, each with a 5-0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved National Child Abuse Prevention Month proclamation (5-0)
• Approved Parkinson’s Awareness Month proclamation (5-0)
• Approved Law Enforcement Appreciation Week proclamation (5-0)
• Approved Mental Health Awareness Month proclamation (5-0)
• Approved April 8, 2025 Board minutes (5-0)
• Approved April 15, 2025 Board minutes (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Special

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a private meeting with its attorneys. The session is for the purpose of providing advice concerning the case Clay County, Florida v. Purdue Pharma L.P. et al.

• Private meeting regarding In re National Prescription Opiate Litigation (Case No.: 1:19-op-45591-DAP)

The Board of County Commissioners met privately with its attorneys to discuss the National Prescription Opiate Litigation (Case No. 1:19‑op‑45591‑DAP). No public comments were received and no formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several infrastructure contracts and grant agreements. The meeting includes public hearings regarding ambulance service renewal and two comprehensive plan text amendments.

• Agreement with I-CON Systems for Clay County Jail sanitary fixtures: $339,861.00
• FDOT State Highway Lighting Maintenance Agreement for FY 25/26: $244,218.78
• FDEP Grant for Clay County Adaptation Plan Project: $199,997.00
• Sundew Mitigation Bank credit purchase for Spencer Industrial Drive Project: $177,000
• Award to Advantage Contracting Group for Green Cove Springs Fuel Island Canopy Repair: $71,400.00

The Board approved a $339,861 contract with I‑CON Systems to replace sanitary fixtures at the Clay County Jail. It also approved a $244,218.78 agreement with FDOT for state highway lighting maintenance, a $63,591 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant, and a $199,997 grant for the Clay County Adaptation Plan. Additionally, the Board adopted proclamations for Water Conservation Month and National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, and approved the consent agenda unanimously.

• Approved $339,861 contract with I‑CON Systems for jail sanitary fixtures
• Approved $244,218.78 State Highway Lighting Maintenance and Compensation Agreement with FDOT
• Approved $63,591 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant with FDLE
• Approved $199,997 grant agreement with FDEP for Clay County Adaptation Plan
• Approved alternative procedure for public hearing on real‑property purchase for Tax Collector parking
• Approved $177,000 mitigation purchase agreement for Spencer Industrial Drive Project
• Adopted Water Conservation Month proclamation (4‑0 vote)
• Adopted National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week proclamation (4‑0 vote)

Construction Trade Licensing Board

The Construction Trade Licensing Board will meet to review and approve minutes from January 6, 2025. The board is scheduled to discuss construction trade licensing protocols under new business.

• Approval of January 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Construction Trade Licensing Protocols

The board could not approve the January 6, 2025 minutes because a quorum was not present. No votes were taken on any agenda items, and no decisions were approved, denied, or tabled. The meeting concluded with an adjournment at 2:28 pm.

Historic Preservation Board

The board will form a nominating committee to propose candidates for Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary. Members will also provide progress updates on specific historic marker projects and discuss alternatives to state markers.

• Formation of Nominating Committee for board officers
• Progress updates on Fort 11, Keystone Heights, and Middleburg Museum/Civic Center markers
• Discussion of street signage and alternatives to State Markers

The board approved the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously (6‑0). Members then elected Billy Gould as Chair, Melissa Clearman as Vice‑Chair, and Shawn Atwell as Vice‑Chair, each motion passing 6‑0. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 6, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Elected Billy Gould as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Melissa Clearman as Vice‑Chair (6-0)
• Elected Shawn Atwell as Vice‑Chair (6-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Clay County Planning Commission considered several public hearings. It approved a FLUM amendment (COMP-25-0003) changing 1 acre from Agricultural to Industrial and rezoned that parcel to Heavy Industrial (ZON-25-0002). It also approved similar amendments for COMP-24-0020 and ZON-24-0026, changing 8.9 acres from Agriculture to Industrial and rezoning to Heavy Industrial. Additionally, the commission approved COMP-25-0001 and ZON-24-0036, converting 7.87 acres from Commercial to Rural Residential and rezoning from Shopping Center to Agricultural/Residential.

• Approval of COMP-25-0003: 1‑acre Agricultural to Industrial amendment (4‑3 vote)
• Approval of ZON-25-0002: rezoning to Heavy Industrial district (4‑3 vote)
• Approval of COMP-24-0020: 8.9‑acre Agriculture to Industrial amendment (4‑3 vote)
• Approval of ZON-24-0026: rezoning to Heavy Industrial district (4‑3 vote)
• Approval of COMP-25-0001 and ZON-24-0036: 7.87‑acre change from Commercial to Rural Residential and rezoning to Agricultural/Residential (7‑0 votes)

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved a text amendment to the Comprehensive Plan (COMP 25-0008) affecting water supply facilities. The commission approved the heirs exemption amendment to FLU Policy 1.9.6 (COMP 25-0007). Finally, it approved a land‑development code change (ZON 25-0003) to allow heirs exemptions in designated master‑plan areas. All votes were 6‑0.

• Approved March 4, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved COMP 25-0008 amendment (6-0)
• Approved COMP 25-0007 amendment (6-0)
• Approved ZON 25-0003 amendment (6-0)

VAB

The Value Adjustment Board will review a Special Magistrate's recommended findings for an exemption petition involving the Steven W. and Jane S. Conner Family Trust. The board will also certify the 2024 Personal Property and Real Property Ad Valorem Assessment Rolls.

• Consideration of Exemption Petition 2024-0001 for Steven W. and Jane S. Conner Family Trust on Sweet Moody Road
• Certification of the 2024 Personal Property and Real Property Ad Valorem Assessment Rolls
• Acknowledgment of 1,907 petitions filed, with 1,906 withdrawn
• Report of $28,620.00 in total revenue received

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on several requests to rezone agricultural land to heavy industrial use. The board is also deciding on multiple construction contracts for road improvements and public safety facilities.

• Proposed award of $4,998,513.00 to DB Civil Construction, LLC for Spencer Industrial Drive & CR 218 Improvements
• Proposed award of $220,372.00 to Ladson Construction Company, LLC for Fire Station 14 Kitchen Remodel
• Proposed award of $24,807.92 to Modern Effect, LLC for Sheriff's Office Middleburg Substation exterior doors
• Public hearings for five separate requests to rezone agricultural land to Heavy Industrial (IB)
• Proposed $39,641.91 agreement with Urban SDK, Inc. for road data software

The Clay County Board of Commissioners approved a $4,998,513 award to DB Civil Construction for the Spencer Industrial Drive and CR 218 improvements, along with a $1,947,971 budget resolution for the project. It also approved several proclamations, rejected bids for a CR 220 intersection improvement, and awarded contracts for elevator repair and a fire station kitchen remodel. All approvals were adopted with unanimous 4‑0 votes where recorded.

• Approved $4,998,513 award to DB Civil Construction for Spencer Industrial Drive & CR 218 Improvements (4-0)
• Approved $1,947,971 budget resolution for Spencer Industrial Drive project (4-0)
• Approved National Vietnam War Veterans Day proclamation (4-0)
• Approved Mt. Zion AME Church 152nd anniversary proclamation (4-0)
• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved rejection of bids for CR 220 Intersection Improvements (Bid No. 24/25-034) (4-0)
• Approved award of $25,200 elevator repair contract to Mowrey Elevator Company (4-0)
• Approved award of $220,372 fire station 14 kitchen remodel to Ladson Construction (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several infrastructure and maintenance contracts, including building countertops and roadway improvements. The body will also review emergency management planning proposals and hold a public hearing on vacating a right of way.

• Award of $112,067.00 to Thomas May Construction Company for Administration Building countertops
• Award of $180,000.00 to Assist2Build, Inc. for SHIP Demolition and Reconstruction at 1439 U.S. Highway 301 North
• Contract amendment of $76,784.00 for Anderson Columbia Co., Inc. for CR 218 roadway and drainage improvements
• Renewal of five container service franchise agreements through March 31, 2026
• Public hearing on closing and abandoning the Isle of Pines Circle right of way

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will review an application for a state marker at Pleasant Point Cemetery. Members will also provide progress updates on several other historic marker projects.

• Application for state historic marker: Pleasant Point Cemetery
• Progress updates: Middleburg Colored School marker
• Progress updates: Fort 11 marker
• Progress updates: Keystone Heights marker
• Progress updates: Middleburg Museum/Civic Center marker

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use and zoning amendments. These include requests to change parcels to industrial and rural residential uses, as well as proposed updates to the Land Development Code.

• COMP 25-0001 and ZON 24-0036: Change 7.87 acres from Commercial to Rural Residential and Shopping Center District to Agricultural/Residential District
• COMP 25-0003 and ZON 25-0002: Change 1 acre from Agricultural to Industrial and Agricultural District to Heavy Industrial District
• COMP 24-0020 and ZON 24-0026: Change 8.9 acres from Agriculture to Industrial and Agricultural District to Heavy Industrial District
• ZON 24-0034: Staff-initiated amendment to residential subdivision entrance regulations (continuance requested to May 6, 2025)
• ZON 25-0003: Code change to allow Heirs Lot Exemptions in Branan Field Rural Suburbs and Lake Asbury Rural Community Districts (continuance requested to April 1, 2025)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Clay County Board of Commissioners will consider several finance and contract items, including a renewal of engineering consulting services and a tourism marketing agreement. They will also hear public hearings on multiple rezoning proposals and purchase agreements for the Bonded Transportation Program. A flood mitigation subgrant modification for 4055 Lazy Acres Road will be approved, extending the agreement through January 31, 2026.

• Renewal and amendment of engineering consulting services for planning and design for one year (Feb 22, 2025 – Feb 21, 2026) with Jones Edmunds & Associates, GAI Consultants, and WGI, Inc.
• Approval of tourism sports marketing and sales agreement with Raconteurs at $66,000 annually, paid $5,500 monthly.
• Fifth modification to the Flood Mitigation Assistance subgrant for 4055 Lazy Acres Road, extending the agreement to Jan 31, 2026.
• Public hearing to consider rezoning 304.93 acres from Industrial Select District to Heavy Industrial District (ZON 24-0037).
• Public hearings to approve purchase and sale agreements for three tax parcels needed for the Bonded Transportation Program.

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several high-value infrastructure contracts and land acquisitions for the Bonded Transportation Program. The meeting includes public hearings to amend the Capital Improvement Plan and the FY24/25 budget.

• Notice of Intent to Award $2,449,383.90 to Besch and Smith Civil Group Inc. for Greenway Trail and Paving Project
• Agreement with GAI Consultants for $1,211,614.15 for SUN Trail design services along Old Jennings Road and Long Bay Road
• Notice of Intent to Award $693,665.13 to J. Lane Construction LLC for Keystone Heights Tax Collectors' Office renovation
• Grant agreement for $750,000.00 for the Oakleaf Plantation Library Project
• Public hearings for the purchase of real property for the Bonded Transportation Program (Tax Parcels 32-05-26-021022-001-00 and 39-05-26-015113-006-02)

Historic Preservation Board

The Clay County Historic Preservation Board meeting will provide updates on four historic marker projects: Middleburg Colored School, Fort 11, Keystone Heights, and the Middleburg Museum/Civic Center. No approvals or new actions are taken; the agenda is informational. Public comment was limited to support for the Middleburg Colored School marker.

• Progress update on Middleburg Colored School marker (draft text and research attached)
• Progress update on Fort 11 marker (new historical map and staffing information)
• No update on Keystone Heights marker due to Vice‑Chair’s absence
• Progress update on Middleburg Museum/Civic Center marker (research and funding discussion)
• Public comment supporting the Middleburg Colored School marker

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council will select a Chairman and Vice Chairman, approve future meeting dates, and adopt the minutes from the November 6, 2024 meeting. It will review the FY24‑25 budget overview and receive updates on marketing and upcoming events. The council will discuss grant requests, including $40,000 for the FL Prep Lacrosse event and $25,000 for the Inspire Dance Jacksonville Regional Competition.

• Selection of Chairman & Vice Chairman
• Approval of future meeting dates (Mar 5, May 7, Jul 16, Sep 3, Nov 5 2025)
• Approval of Tourist Development Council minutes from November 6, 2024
• FL Prep Lacrosse grant request of $40,000 for the 2025 FL Prep Bash
• Inspire Dance Jacksonville Regional Competition grant request of $25,000

Planning Commission Meeting

The Clay County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning applications: ZON 24-0037 to change 304.93 acres from Industrial Select to Heavy Industrial, and ZON 25-0001 to change 2.73 acres from Agricultural Residential to Single Family Residential. The commission will also address a continuance request for COMP 24-0023, which was withdrawn, and discuss reorganization of the commission. No other business is listed.

• Public hearing on ZON 24-0037: rezoning 304.93 acres from Industrial Select (IS) to Heavy Industrial (IB) at 1508 Jersey Ave.
• Public hearing on ZON 25-0001: rezoning 2.73 acres from Agricultural Residential (AR) to Single Family Residential (RB)
• Continuance request for COMP 24-0023 withdrawn; no hearing scheduled
• Discussion of Planning Commission reorganization

Public Safety Coordinating Council

The Clay County Public Safety Coordinating Council met to approve the November 1, 2024 meeting minutes and to discuss the status of the county detention facility, its mental‑health services, and the re‑entry program. Council members reviewed inmate population data, addiction treatment efforts, and funding challenges for the New Hope program. The council also voted to reorganize the council by selecting Mark Wright as chair. No public comments were received.

• Approval of Public Safety Coordinating Council meeting minutes from November 1, 2024
• Report that the detention facility holds 414 inmates, 84% of its capacity
• Mental‑health update noting 70% of inmates have substance‑abuse disorders and 159 were scheduled for counseling in October
• Re‑entry program update highlighting the New Hope program and a funding shortfall for construction
• Election of Mark Wright as chair of the Public Safety Coordinating Council

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several contract awards and infrastructure projects. Key items include facility repairs, a new livestock barn, and the selection of master banking services.

• Notice of Intent to award $1,558,900.00 for Rosemary Hill Solid Waste Management Facility repairs to Razorback, LLC
• Notice of Intent to award $578,545.00 for a New Livestock Exhibition Barn to K & G Construction, Inc.
• Proposed $168,180.00 amendment for pickleball court reconstruction at Foxmeadow Recreational Park
• Renewal of monday.com software license in the amount of $77,064.00
• Review of proposals for Master Banking Services with rankings for Wells Fargo, Truist, TD Bank, and Fifth Third Bank

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several high-cost equipment purchases and infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes public hearings on budget adjustments to the Capital Improvement Plan and a zoning text amendment regarding replacement policy.

• Bid No. 24/25-016 for Tax Collectors' Orange Park Office renovation: $1,291,864.00
• Purchase of one Pierce Enforcer 107 Aerial ladder truck: $1,418,225.00
• Purchase of one Braun Express Plus Chevy 3500 rescue vehicle: $339,137.00
• Sole source purchase of Genesis Rescue Systems extrication tools: $292,022.00
• Public hearing on closing, vacating, and abandoning Circle Court

Historic Preservation Board

The Clay County Historic Preservation Board will receive updates on four historic marker projects: Middleburg Colored School, Fort 11, Keystone Heights, and the Middleburg Museum/Civic Center. No certificates of approval are scheduled for this meeting. Public comment and staff remarks will also be heard, but no formal decisions are listed.

• Update on Middleburg Colored School historic marker
• Update on Fort 11 historic marker
• Update on Keystone Heights historic marker
• Update on Middleburg Museum/Civic Center historic marker
• Discussion of possible Dunbar High School marker

Planning Commission Meeting

The Clay County Planning Commission met to consider multiple land‑use applications. It continued the COMP 24-0023 text amendment, approved several zoning and FLUM amendments, and voted 7‑0 to deny the PUD 24-0006 request to rezone 62.64 acres from Agricultural Residential to Planned Unit Development.

• Continuance of COMP 24-0023 text amendment for Lake Asbury Transportation Improvement Area
• Approval of ZON‑24‑0035 text amendment to Article III, Section 3-11 (Non‑conforming Uses)
• Denial of PUD‑24‑0006 rezoning of 62.64 acres from Agricultural Residential to Planned Unit Development
• Approval of COMP‑24‑0024 FLUM amendment changing 0.05 acres from Commercial to Rural Residential
• Approval of ZON‑24‑0032 rezoning from Commercial/Professional Office (BA‑2) to Agricultural Residential