Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in St. Johns County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues with critical priority
Agricultural enclave certifications and northwest growth
The board certified two enclaves — Carter Road (200 acres) and Pacetti Oaks (40 acres) — over opposition, and put the Star IV application on hold until November 3. The Adler Creek request was withdrawn.
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.
Grand Oaks PUD modification
Pulte's deal cuts Grand Oaks to 954 homes, pays $20 million toward road improvements, donates three commercial parcels for a park, and waives impact fee credits — ending years of uncertainty for the 512 remaining lots on State Road 16.
State Road 16 traffic congestion
Residents of the Green Acres area say the SR 16 corridor is already overloaded, with long waits to enter their subdivision and dangerous conditions for pedestrians and cyclists. A new commercial development could add cut-through traffic on Harvest Lane and Green Acres Road.