Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Clay County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in parks rec
Historic Museum and Courthouse Roof Leaks
Clay County got a state legislative appropriation for the historic courthouse roof — $125,000 of the $250,000 requested — with a two-year performance window, so the roof work should happen over the next two years.
Regional Sports Complex Public Access
National pickleball organizations want to come to Clay County but deals with the private HUB facility keep stalling over payment terms. Council member Kevin Robert floated building 16+ covered courts at the county sports complex.
Thrasher-Horne Center partnership
Council members pressed Bob Olson on whether the $120,000 annual county funding delivers measurable hotel returns, noting fewer than 100 room nights from two hotels so far this year. Olson said the money supports 41 of 105 shows over five years and raising it to $150,000 could bring bigger acts.
Black Creek Boat Ramp deterioration
Middleburg resident Charles Griffin says the ramp has no ADA compliance, missing handrails, open electrical boxes and unsafe water in the bathrooms, and asked commissioners across districts to find funding.
Sun Trail expansion along Long Bay Road
The county is buying small parcels along Long Bay Road for the SUN Trail; this piece costs $8,786.36 and total acquisitions should stay under $120,000, since the $17M state construction grant can't buy land.