Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in St. Johns County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in environment with medium priority
UF/IFAS Extension and Master Gardener program
Master Gardener volunteers feared the program was at risk amid contract negotiations with UF and Amendment 3 revenue fears. Commissioner Arnold reassured them the county isn't cutting the program and said UF is holding up the contract.
Conservation easement consideration for 1365 SR 206
A 21-acre privately owned property next to Matanzas State Forest could get a county-held conservation easement, protecting its pine flatwoods and salt marsh while the owner keeps the land. It would stay private — no public access — with timbering and hunting allowed.
Waste Management disposal contract decision ahead
The county's disposal contract with Waste Management — 20 years running — ends July 2029. Staff will bring a rebid-or-extend strategy to leadership within six to nine months.
Hurricane Flooding
Hurricane Ian is pushing water over seawalls in St. Augustine and St. Johns County, so expect road closures and emergency disruptions. The bigger bill comes later: infrastructure repairs that can strain city and county budgets.