Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in St. Johns County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in environment with critical priority
Summer Haven dune restoration and managed retreat
The county faces over $100 million in unfunded coastal needs — from South Ponte Vedra's $35-50 million Army Corps project to Porpoise Point and Summerhaven. A proposed trolley system to open beach access could cut tens of millions from the federal cost share.
Resiliency scoring for land acquisition
Board member Anila Lahiri proposed adding resiliency criteria — flood protection, urban heat reduction, marsh migration connectivity — to the LAMP scoring matrix. The board tabled the idea to December, likely for a 2027 scoring cycle so this year's rankings stand.