Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Martin County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
8 issues with medium priority
Manatee Pocket mooring field lease renewal
The county plans to renew its fee-waived state lease for the Port Salerno mooring fields — 42 boat slips and a 9-slip dinghy dock — keeping public waterway access in place.
Cleveland Clinic dark fiber agreement
Cleveland Clinic Martin Health would get two dark fiber strands on the county's broadband network to expand service to its facilities, paying an annual fee based on fiber mileage.
Stuart Yacht Corporation rezoning on Salerno Road
Nearly an acre at 454–500 SW Salerno Road could shift from single-family residential to waterfront general commercial zoning. Nearby residents may weigh in on what that means for the neighborhood.
Hobe Sound recreational lighting height amendment (LDR 26-02)
A proposed ordinance would let light fixtures at recreational facilities in the Hobe Sound redevelopment area reach 60 feet, tied to the Boys & Girls Club. It could mean brighter evenings for ballfields — and brighter skies for neighbors.
Mavis Tires & Brakes store on South Kanner Highway
A revised site plan hearing is set for an 80-bay auto service store on Kanner Highway in Stuart.
Port Salerno dock and waterfront leases
Three items touch Port Salerno's working waterfront: a submerged lands lease for the docking facility, a fourth lease amendment with the fishing dock authority, and a rowing club lease in Palm City.
Voluntary early separation incentive program
County employees with 5+ years of service can get up to 16 weeks' pay plus 20 weeks of health insurance to voluntarily leave, as the county restructures ahead of expected funding changes (including Amendment 3).
King tide flooding and coastal erosion
The highest king tide of the year plus northeast winds flooded county roads and eroded beaches; Public Works is documenting high-water marks and is 90% designed on a fix for the Dyer Point/Lighthouse Point neighborhood.