J. Blake Capps

Citrus Grove Elementary school zone

Roughly $80,000, which Commissioner Ciampi said can come from district funds.

FEC Railroad Quiet Zone update

Much of the expensive crossing upgrades are already done; remaining costs were described as nominal.

Code enforcement lien relief

Could reduce or eliminate six-figure liens for innocent owners; the specific case involves a roughly $1.5 million lien.

Unhoused residents and substance-use services

Speakers cited a $30 million state appropriation in HB 5001 potentially available and argued jailing costs more than housing.

Flock surveillance cameras and opioid abatement funds

Commenter cited county spending of about $37,000 for the cameras.

Fire Rescue staffing, costs, and retention crisis

Up to $7,034,694 in financing; truck prices have risen 63–80% in five years.

Building department overhaul under HB 803

Beaton says rezoning would raise his taxes and force him off the agricultural parcel.

Public records delay at Sheriff's Office

Stuart Middle School car line and Boys and Girls Club traffic

Debris removal procurement controversy

A $3 million continuing services contract for disaster debris removal was not awarded as recommended.

E-bike and motorized scooter safety on sidewalks

Shark fishing and beach safety ordinance

Loss of local maternity care

Lease rent is nominal ($1/year) in exchange for the public benefit; the project carries a $1 million state appropriation.

Sheriff's Office tow rotation dispute