Clay public meetings in 2021

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider three applications for zoning variances. These requests involve reducing setbacks for a structure and increasing lot coverage for a pavilion.

• BOA 21-22: Request to reduce front setback from 20 to 8 feet in RB zoning district
• BOA 21-27: Request to increase maximum lot coverage to 35.8 percent for a 400 SF pavilion
• BOA 21-28: Request for variance to Sec. 8-12(5)(c)(12) and Sec. 6-5(5)(b) of the County Land Development Code

The Board of Adjustment approved three variance requests. It continued a front setback variance for a Pine Avenue accessory structure, approved a reduced lot coverage variance for a 15x15 pavilion, and approved Chick-fil-A's drive-thru variances with a compact parking stipulation. The meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Continued BOA 21-22 front setback variance for Pine Avenue accessory structure (4-0)
• Approved BOA 21-27 lot coverage variance for 15x15 pavilion (4-0)
• Approved BOA 21-28 Chick-fil-A drive-thru variances with compact parking requirement (3-1)
• Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss and prioritize goals and objectives for 2022. The session is moderated by Dr. Anna Lebesch of JAXUSA.

• Discussion of 2022 Goals and Objectives

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop to set 2022 goals and objectives. They discussed and prioritized a list of projects, including broadband expansion, a transportation master plan, land development code revisions, animal control ordinances, and trash removal. No formal votes were taken; the board reached consensus on a priority list and directed staff to develop recommendations for January.

• Consensus reached on 2022 priority list: broadband, land development code, transportation master plan, animal control ordinances, recreation plan, trash removal
• Directed County Manager to develop recommendations and a way forward for the top priorities by January
• Agreed to move forward with broadband expansion, not waiting for state plan
• Discussed creating a Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) with Green Cove Springs (no formal action)
• County Manager to meet with staff on road repaving methodology and five-year plan
• Staff to review all post-it notes for additional discussion areas

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on multiple construction contracts and budget adjustments. The meeting includes public hearings for a Brownfield area designation and two land-use amendments.

• Agreement with Foresight Construction Group, Inc. for a new gun range at 3685 County Road 215 not to exceed $3,497,928.84
• Bid award to STG Contracting Group, Inc. for kitchen alterations at Green Cove Springs Aging True Community Senior Services for $581,000.00
• Bid award to Gary S. Bailey, Inc. for Fire Station 18 repairs and renovations in the amount of $106,097.00
• Public hearing for designating 1914 Bryce Landing Way as a Brownfield Area
• Rezoning application PUD 21-07 for 18.82 acres from Public Service 1 (PS-1) to Planned Unit Development (PUD)

The Board of County Commissioners denied a request to designate 1914 Bryce Landing Way as a Brownfield Area, voting 5-0 after concerns about the program's use for low-income housing. They also unanimously denied PUD 21-07, a proposed 50-unit single-family development on CR 220, over lot size and home price concerns. The board approved several resolutions, including the Gateway to Clay and College Drive initiatives, and awarded contracts for fire station repairs, tree removal, a gun range, and a senior services kitchen.

• Denied Brownfield Area designation for 1914 Bryce Landing Way (5-0)
• Denied PUD 21-07 rezoning for 50 homes on CR 220 (5-0)
• Approved Gateway to Clay resolution (5-0)
• Approved College Drive Initiative resolution (5-0)
• Approved $106,097 Fire Station 18 repairs contract with Gary S. Bailey, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $3,497,928.84 gun range construction agreement with Foresight Construction Group (5-0)
• Approved $581,000 Aging True kitchen alteration contract with STG Contracting Group (5-0)
• Approved opioid litigation participation agreements (5-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing several financial actions, including contract renewals, grant allocations, and equipment purchases. Items include a kitchen alteration at the Aging True Community Senior Services facility and design services for an animal services shelter.

• Approval of $581,000 for kitchen alterations at 605 Walnut Street
• Advance payment of $588,590 for a Pierce Enforcer Custom Pumper
• Allocation of $25,486 from the Florida Sports Foundation for Nitro Rallycross promotion
• Design services agreement for Animal Services Shelter up to $972,407.45
• Reimbursement agreement with FDOT for Northeast Florida Greenway Trail design up to $500,000

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed 14 agenda items and recommended most be placed on the December 14, 2021, consent agenda, with four items (senior services kitchen bid, grants management policy, budget policy, and FY 21/22 budget adjustments) recommended for full board discussion. No final approvals were made; all actions are recommendations to the full Board. The committee also received updates on grants, public works, engineering, facilities, and parks projects.

• Recommended consent agenda placement for Empower Retirement administrative services agreement
• Recommended consent agenda placement for $25,486 Florida Sports Foundation grant for Nitro Rallycross
• Recommended consent agenda placement for architectural services renewal with Dasher Hurst Architects
• Recommended consent agenda placement for $588,590 advance payment for Pierce Enforcer pumper
• Recommended full board discussion for $581,000 senior services kitchen alteration bid award to STG Contracting
• Recommended consent agenda placement for $972,407.45 animal services shelter design agreement with MLM-Martin Architects
• Recommended consent agenda placement for FDOT greenway trail design agreement (up to $500,000)
• Recommended consent agenda placement for termination of BrightView Landscape Services mowing agreement

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss a comprehensive plan amendment and a rezoning request. The body is deciding on changes to the 2040 Future Land Use Map and a specific property rezoning for a planned unit development.

• Public hearing for CPA 2021-17: small-scale comprehensive plan amendment to the 2040 Future Land Use Map
• Public hearing for PUD-2021-07: rezoning of 18.82 acres from PS-1 (Private Services 1) to PUD (Planned Unit Development)

The Clay County Planning Commission approved a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment (CPA 2021-17) changing 1.20 acres on College Drive from Urban Core-10 to Commercial, and approved a rezoning (PUD-2021-07) of 18.82 acres at 2713 County Road 220 to allow a 50-unit single-family development. Both items were recommended by staff and will go to the Board of County Commissioners on December 14, 2021. The meeting also included public comments on the College Drive Initiative and noted upcoming commission vacancies.

• Approved CPA 2021-17: FLUM change for 1.20 acres on College Drive from Urban Core-10 to Commercial (8-0)
• Approved PUD-2021-07: Rezoning of 18.82 acres at 2713 County Road 220 from PS-1 to PUD for 50 single-family homes (7-0)
• Approved Planning Commission minutes for October 5, 2021 (9-0)

Charter Review Commission

The commission is reviewing the Clay County Charter and gathering topic suggestions for potential updates. Members are also discussing the selection and retention of legal counsel to assist with the review process.

• Proposed topics for review: commissioner salaries, term limits for constitutional officers, and a citizen's bill of rights
• Discussion on outlawing red light cameras in the county
• Consensus to allow the CRC attorney to attend meetings via video conferencing (Zoom or Teams) to reduce travel costs
• Review of potential legal counsel candidates, including previous attorney Wade Vose

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop to discuss a proposed ordinance imposing a moratorium on land use amendments and rezonings that would increase residential density in the Lake Asbury Master Plan area. The discussion focused on infrastructure maturity, roadway capacity, and public safety.

• Proposed moratorium on land use amendments or rezonings increasing residential density in the Lake Asbury Master Plan area
• Review of 10,318 dwelling units in current and planned communities
• Analysis of estimated mobility fees totaling approximately $68M for the next 4+ years
• Review of roadway capacity for Sandridge Road, Russell Road, and Henley Road
• Analysis of motor vehicle accident data from 2018 through October 2021

The Board held a workshop to discuss a proposed moratorium on land use amendments or rezoning that would increase residential density in the Lake Asbury Master Plan area. No formal decision was made; the Board heard staff presentations, public comments, and commissioner discussion. The moratorium, if implemented, would last until December 2022.

• Discussed a proposed limited moratorium on density-increasing land use amendments or rezoning in the Lake Asbury Master Plan area.
• Heard staff presentations on Lake Asbury Master Plan history, current development, road capacity, and safety data.
• Received public comments both supporting and opposing the moratorium.
• County Attorney stated the moratorium is legal if limited in duration and geography, and does not take away vested rights.
• No formal action was taken; the workshop was for discussion only.

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board will review architectural service presentations for a jail renovation and consider several land use amendments. Additional items include a request from the Clay County Fair Association and a proposal to reject a management bid for Knight's Marina.

• Jail Renovation: Presentations from Bhide & Hall Architects, Strollo Architects, Inc., and Clemons, Rutherford & Associates, Inc.
• Rezoning: Application to allow a restaurant selling alcoholic beverages at Eagle Pass Planned Commercial Development
• Land Use: Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 26.11 total acres across two parcels
• Zoning Change: Rezoning of 24.8 acres from BB to BB-2
• Knight's Marina: Authorization to reject the proposal from LSA Sales, LLC and re-bid management services

The Board approved a one-year moratorium on land use amendments or rezoning that would increase residential density in the Lake Asbury Master Plan Area, with a 3-2 vote. The Board also approved the redistricting plan for the five commission districts, selected Strollo Architects for the jail renovation project, and approved a capital improvement project for the Clay County Fairgrounds. Additionally, the Board approved a rezoning for an RV and boat storage facility on Blanding Blvd and a land development code change to add solar facilities as a permitted use in agricultural districts.

• Approved a one-year moratorium on land use amendments or rezoning that increase residential density in the Lake Asbury Master Plan Area (3-2).
• Adopted Resolution 2021/2022-12 for the redistricting of the five county commission districts (5-0).
• Ranked Strollo Architects, Inc. as the top firm for jail renovation architectural services.
• Approved the Clay County Fair Association's capital improvement request to build a restroom facility in lieu of rent for 2022-2024 (5-0).
• Approved the rezoning of 24.8 acres at 1100 Blanding Blvd from BB to BB-2 for an RV and boat storage facility (3-2).
• Approved LDC 2021-13 to add solar facilities as a permitted use in the Agricultural Zoning District (3-2).
• Approved the appointment of Thomas Lahey, Matthew Forham, and Jerry Scally to the Lake Asbury Municipal Service Benefit District (5-0).
• Approved the consent agenda, including the renewal of Liberty Ambulance Service's certificate (5-0).

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is reviewing quarterly and monthly reports on tourism advertising and sports marketing. The body is also discussing budget reports for FY 20-21 and FY 21-22, as well as updates on the Visitor Center and Fairgrounds Master Plan.

• Airstream Ventures annual contract of $66,000
• Review of FY 20-21 and FY 21-22 budget reports
• Status updates for FY 21-22 Event Marketing and Sports Event Grants
• Progress update on the Northeast FL Sports Complex
• Update on the Visitor Center project

The Tourist Development Council approved the FY 21-22 meeting schedule and the October 20, 2021 minutes, both by 8-0 votes. The council received updates on tourism marketing, sports events, bed tax collections, and various projects, but took no other formal actions.

• Approved FY 21-22 meeting schedule (8-0)
• Approved October 20, 2021 minutes (8-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is meeting to decide on budget adjustments for fiscal years 2020/21 and 2021/22. The body will also consider several contract approvals, including a demolition project and a personnel policy amendment regarding standby compensation.

• Award of Bid #21/22-7 for Almond Court SHIP Demolition and Reconstruction Project to Maxxim Construction and Roofing, LLC for $147,740.00
• Proposed amendment to Personnel Policy Section 4.04 to set standby compensation at $130.00 per work week for approved critical positions
• Budget adjustments for FY 20/21 and FY 21/22
• Termination of mowing services agreement with Eagle Lawn Care of NE Florida, Inc. for Clay County Parks
• Rejection of two proposals for RFP No. 20/21-50 regarding Department of Health Building Renovations

The Finance and Audit Committee voted 2-0 to forward all nine agenda items to the Clay County Board of County Commissioners for its November 23, 2021, meeting. No public comments were made. The items include an equitable sharing agreement with the Sheriff's Office, a personnel policy amendment, budget adjustments, an affordable housing report, a demolition contract award, a contract termination, a Florida Blue amendment, a hazard mitigation grant application, and rejection of renovation bids. The committee made no final approvals, only recommendations to the full board.

• Recommended Equitable Sharing Agreement with Sheriff's Office for Nov. 23 agenda (2-0)
• Recommended Personnel Policy Amendment for Nov. 23 consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended Budget Adjustment Resolutions for Nov. 23 consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended Affordable Housing Report for Nov. 23 consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended SHIP Demolition Award to Maxxim Construction for $147,740 for Nov. 23 consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended Termination of Eagle Lawn Care contract for Nov. 23 consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended Florida Blue Amendment for Nov. 23 consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended Hazard Mitigation Grant Application for Nov. 23 consent agenda (2-0)

Standing Committee Meeting

The Standing Committee is holding a public hearing regarding Liberty Ambulance Service, Inc.'s application to renew its Class B, C, and D Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity. The committee will make findings and provide a recommendation to the Board regarding the renewal.

• Public hearing for Liberty Ambulance Service, Inc. renewal of Class B, C and D Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity

The Standing Committee voted 2-0 to recommend approval of Liberty Ambulance Service, Inc.'s renewal of its Class B, C and D Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN) for ambulance services, as recommended by the Fire Chief. The recommendation will be placed on the November 23, 2021, Board of County Commissioners consent agenda. No public comments were made during the hearing.

• Approved motion to recommend renewal of Liberty Ambulance COPCN (2-0)
• Placed renewal recommendation on November 23, 2021 BCC consent agenda

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment held public hearings regarding several zoning variance requests. The board approved a request to reduce a landscape buffer for a proposed car wash and granted a continuance for another accessory structure request.

• Granted variance to reduce perimeter landscape buffer from 15 ft. to 5.67 ft. along Ridgecrest Ave. for a proposed Mr. Clean automated car wash
• Granted continuance for application BOA-21-19 regarding an accessory structure in the front and side yard of a parcel in the RB zoning district
• Discussed application BOA 21-24 for a side setback reduction from 20 ft. to 6.5 ft. in the AR zoning district

The Board of Adjustment approved a side setback variance for a home at 65 Swimming Pen Drive and a rear setback variance for a screened patio at 2008 Frogmore Drive, both 3-0. It continued a front setback variance request for 1644 Tall Timber Drive to December 7, 2021, for a more accurate survey. For 424 Lake Asbury Drive, the board granted a variance for a greenhouse (moved to the 50-foot setback) but denied a variance for a detached garage, 2-1.

• Approved side setback variance from 20 ft to 6.5 ft for 65 Swimming Pen Drive (3-0)
• Approved rear setback variance from 15 ft to 7 ft for screened patio at 2008 Frogmore Drive (3-0)
• Continued front setback variance for 1644 Tall Timber Drive to Dec 7, 2021 (3-0)
• Granted greenhouse variance at 424 Lake Asbury Drive, moved to 50-ft setback (2-1)
• Denied detached garage variance at 424 Lake Asbury Drive (2-1)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on land development code amendments and zoning changes. The body is also deciding on several high-value contracts for emergency vehicles and infrastructure assessments.

• Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for Nathan Ridge, Ltd. not to exceed $28,500,000
• Advance payment for two ambulances from Ten-8 Fire Equipment, Inc. for $418,346.00
• Agreement with Applied Research Associates for Pavement Assessment Project not to exceed $189,600.00
• Public hearing to add solar facilities as a permitted use in Agriculture zoning districts
• Rezone request for 0.93 acres from RB (Single Family Residential) to AR (Agricultural/Residential)

The Board approved the 2020 Census-based redistricting map 5B as advertised, despite a request for delay. It also directed staff to pause acceptance of applications that increase residential density in the Lake Asbury area and to prepare a moratorium ordinance after a workshop. Several other items were approved, including lien reductions, a pavement assessment contract, and land development code amendments.

• Approved redistricting map 5B as advertised (5-0)
• Directed staff to pause density-increasing applications in Lake Asbury and prepare moratorium (5-0)
• Approved $189,600 pavement assessment agreement with Applied Research Associates (5-0)
• Approved $418,346 advance payment for two ambulances (5-0)
• Approved lien reductions for two cases at 4332 Rowell Road (5-0)
• Approved LDC 2021-10 increasing structural course depth to 2 inches (5-0)
• Approved LDC 2021-11 changing roadway requirement to 'roadway base' (5-0)
• Approved rezone of 0.93 acres from RB to AR at 148 Brickyard Rd (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop to determine the county's top priorities for the 2022 legislative session. The discussion focused on the process for requesting appropriations and policy changes at the state level.

• Jail Extension appropriation request for $10M
• Broadband Extension appropriation request for $5M
• SWEAT Program appropriation request for $250K
• Hwy 16 widening project estimated at $45M
• Proposed policy adjustments to Value Adjustment Board filing fees

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop to discuss the county's legislative process and top priorities for the 2022 session. They reviewed a draft palm card for legislators, focusing on appropriations for jail expansion ($10M), broadband ($5M), and the SWEAT program ($250K), plus policy issues. No formal votes were taken; staff will bring a revised card for approval at the November 23, 2021 meeting.

• Discussed draft legislative palm card, no formal action
• Reviewed top priorities: Jail Expansion ($10M), Broadband ($5M), SWEAT Program ($250K)
• Heard request from Keystone Heights for water/sewer support, no action taken
• Staff to bring revised palm card for approval at Nov 23, 2021 meeting

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is deciding on several funding awards, including a sports grant and library connectivity funds. They are also reviewing service agreements for uniform rentals, retiree healthcare, and public safety software.

• TDC sport event grant of $7,500.00 for the Gobbler Grappler Wrestling Tournament
• Emergency Connectivity Fund award of $14,112.00 for 40 library hot spots
• Uniform Rental and Cleaning Services contract award to Cintas Corporation No. 2
• BlueMedicare Group Master Agreement for retiree and dependent Medicare plans
• Sole source agreement with Locality Media, Inc. for public safety subscription totaling $42,750.00

The Finance and Audit Committee voted 2-0 to recommend five agenda items for the November 9, 2021 Board consent agenda: a $7,500 TDC sports grant, a $14,112 Emergency Connectivity Fund award, a uniform rental contract with Cintas, a BlueMedicare agreement, and a $42,750 First Due Size Up subscription. No final approvals were made; all items are pending Board action. The committee also received project updates from staff.

• Recommended TDC sports grant for Gobbler Grappler Wrestling Tournament ($7,500) for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended acceptance of ECF award ($14,112) for library hot spots and budget resolution for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended award of Bid No. 21/22-1 to Cintas Corporation No. 2 for uniform rental/cleaning for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended approval of BlueMedicare Group Master Agreement for retiree coverage for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended approval of advance payment and sole source agreement with Locality Media (First Due Size Up) for consent agenda (2-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal to expand Village Centers in the Lake Asbury Master Plan, including increasing the maximum acreage for a single center from 75 to 100 acres. The body is also considering several text amendments to the Land Development Code and multiple rezoning requests.

• CPA 2021-11: Proposed expansion of Lake Asbury Village Centers and increase of acreage cap from 75 to 100 acres
• PCD 2021-05: Rezoning to allow a restaurant selling alcoholic beverages at Eagle Pass Planned Commercial Development
• LDC 2021-10: Proposed increase of structural course depth for roads from 1 1/2" to 2"
• Z-21-12: Application to rezone 0.93 acres from RB (Single Family Residential) to AR (Agricultural/Residential)
• Z-21-10: Application to rezone 24.8 acres from BB (Intermediate Business District) to BB-2 (Community Business District)

The Clay County Planning Commission approved all nine public hearing items, including a text amendment to require public notice for comprehensive plan amendments, a rezoning to allow a V-Pizza restaurant with liquor sales, a comprehensive plan amendment for a gated community, and several land development code changes. All votes were unanimous except for the solar facility amendment, which passed 5-2.

• Approved LDC 2021-09 public notice requirement for comprehensive plan amendments (7-0)
• Approved PCD 2021-05 rezoning to allow V-Pizza restaurant with liquor sales (6-0)
• Approved CPA 2021-16 future land use change for gated community (7-0)
• Approved LDC 2021-10 increasing road structural course depth to 2 inches (7-0)
• Approved LDC 2021-11 changing roadway completion requirement to base (7-0)
• Approved LDC 2021-08 multi-story mini-warehouse conditional use standards (7-0)
• Approved LDC 21-13 adding solar facility as permitted use in AG district (5-2)
• Approved Z-21-12 rezoning 0.93 acres from RB to AR (7-0)

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission is meeting to discuss the Clay County Charter and the retention of legal counsel. The body is tasked with reviewing the Home Rule Charter and proposing amendments for the November 2022 general election ballot.

• Discussion of Clay County Charter
• Retention of Counsel for the CRC

The Clay County Charter Review Commission approved the October 7, 2021 minutes (15-0) and discussed potential charter review topics, including a citizen's bill of rights, term limits for constitutional officers, commissioner salaries, and red light cameras. The commission reached a consensus to allow the future CRC attorney to attend meetings via video conferencing (e.g., Zoom or Teams) to reduce travel costs, and agreed to hold the next meeting on December 2, 2021, at 7:00 pm. No final decisions were made on charter content.

• Approved October 7, 2021 meeting minutes (15-0)
• Consensus to allow CRC attorney to attend via video conferencing (Zoom/Teams) to reduce travel expenses
• Consensus to hold next meeting on December 2, 2021, at 7:00 pm
• Added moment of silence before Pledge of Allegiance to future agendas (motion carried)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss infrastructure awards, including a gun range construction bid and pedestrian improvements. The meeting includes public hearings on the American Rescue Plan Act spending plan and several comprehensive plan amendments.

• Award of $742,875 to Superior Construction Company Southeast, LLC for SR 15A (Pine Ave.) pedestrian bridges/sidewalks
• Award of $516,630 to E. Vaughan Rivers, Inc. for Historic Courthouse restoration at 915 Walnut Street
• Proposed award of Bid No. 20/21-53 for the construction of the Clay County Gun Range to Foresight Construction Group, Inc.
• Public hearing for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Spending Plan and Capital Improvement Plan amendments
• Rezoning of approximately 250 acres from Agriculture (AG) to Public Ownership (PO-2)

The Board approved several major items, including a $516,630 contract for historic courthouse restoration, a $3.5M gun range construction bid with cost-saving measures, and the ARPA spending plan. They also approved the purchase and development of a multi-purpose youth sports complex, and directed staff to advertise only redistricting map 5B. A request to forgive a lien for a prospective homebuyer was approved 3-2.

• Approved $516,630 Historic Courthouse restoration contract (5-0)
• Approved gun range construction bid to Foresight Construction with $135K cost savings (5-0)
• Approved ARPA spending plan and CIP amendments (5-0)
• Approved $2.25M purchase and development agreement for youth sports complex (5-0)
• Approved rezoning 250 acres for sports complex from AG to PO-2 (5-0)
• Directed staff to advertise only redistricting map 5B for public comment
• Forgave $27,745 lien for prospective buyer Tyrone Flagler (3-2)
• Approved resolution to rejoin Northeast Florida Regional Council (4-1)

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council will review quarterly and annual marketing reports and discuss the FY 21-22 budget. The body will also consider a sporting event grant request for the Gobbler Grappler Wrestling Tournament.

• Sporting Event Grant Request for Gobbler Grappler Wrestling Tournament
• Review of FY 20-21 final budget and FY 21-22 budget
• Quarterly marketing update from EVOK
• Annual report from Florida's First Coast of Golf
• Updates on Northeast FL Sports Complex, Visitor Center, and Fairgrounds Master Plan

The Tourist Development Council approved a $7,500 sporting event grant for the Gobbler Grappler Wrestling Tournament, contingent on submission of an emergency/safety plan by November 9, 2021. The council also approved a waiver for a late event marketing grant reimbursement request from Our Country Day Celebration, and directed staff to switch the Black Creek Paddling Festival's grant from marketing to sports. Minutes from the August 25, 2021 meeting were approved.

• Approved $7,500 Gobbler Grappler grant pending safety plan (5-0)
• Approved waiver for late Our Country Day Celebration grant reimbursement (4-1)
• Directed staff to switch Black Creek Paddling Festival grant to sports category
• Approved August 25, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop to review the American Rescue Plan (ARPA) project distributions and the Capital Improvement Plan. The session focused on allocating federal funds and planning long-term infrastructure expenditures.

• Proposed ARPA funding: $6 million for Storm Water Projects and $4.85 million for Jail Improvements/Conversion
• Proposed ARPA funding: $4.75 million for Health Department Renovation and $3 million for Indigo Branch Drainage
• Proposed ARPA funding: $2 million for Broadband Project and $2 million for Community Programs
• Capital Improvement Plan: $19.4 million total for CR209 (Peters Creek to Sandridge)
• Capital Improvement Plan: $29.7 million total for FCC from SR23 to Maryland Ave

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop to review American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) fund allocations and the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). They gave consensus to fund a comprehensive jail study through ARPA and directed staff to pursue the Challenger Library property. No formal votes were taken; decisions are expected at the October 26, 2021, BCC meeting.

• Consensus to fund comprehensive jail study via ARPA
• Directed county manager to pursue Challenger Library property possibility
• Reviewed ARPA allocations: Broadband $2M, Jail Improvements $4.8M, Health Dept Renovations $4.7M, Stormwater Study $1.3M, County Health Plan $2M
• Discussed proposed ARPA projects totaling $21.325M, leaving ~$6M unallocated
• Reviewed CIP changes including moving stormwater/drainage to ARPA, adjusting road paving and resurfacing amounts

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is meeting to decide on several contract renewals and grant acceptances. Key items include a federal technology grant for the Sheriff's Office and the selection of an architectural firm for public safety facilities.

• Acceptance of a $43,475.00 Law Enforcement Technology Grant for the Clay County Connects Program
• Award of RFQ No. 20/21-62 for Professional Architectural Services for Public Safety Facilities to Dasher Hurst Architects
• Renewal of Workers' Compensation claims administration services with Scibal Associates, Inc.
• 911 Maintenance Services agreement extension with Kraus Associates, Inc. at a rate of $174,750.00
• Budget increase for Lazy Acres Road Flood Mitigation (Contract B0071) bringing total project cost to $165,957.75

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed seven agenda items, including grant acceptance, architectural services award, and contract amendments, and unanimously recommended each for placement on the October 26, 2021 consent agenda. No final approvals were made; all decisions were deferred to the full Board.

• Recommended JAG grant acceptance for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended RFQ award to Dasher Hurst Architects for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended Waste Management merger amendment for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended Scibal Associates contract renewal for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended AK Associates 911 maintenance extension for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended Lazy Acres flood mitigation budget resolution for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended Stephen A. Williams flood mitigation amendment for consent agenda (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve several service contracts, funding agreements for non-profit agencies, and maintenance for two subdivisions. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a Brownfield Area designation.

• Funding agreements for Clay Behavioral Health Center (up to $350,000), Episcopal Children's Services (up to $108,000), Challenge Enterprises of North Florida (up to $61,200), and Quigley House (up to $51,412)
• Operation Agreement for Clay County Health Department not to exceed $998,208
• Arrivalist Co. agreement for monitoring internet user visits for $57,375.00
• Acceptance of maintenance and establishment of MSBUs for Grove Pointe at Oakleaf and Village Park Unit 1C subdivisions
• Public hearing for designating 1914 Bryce Landing Way as a Brownfield Area

The Board approved several items including acceptance of $408,656 in federal COVID relief funds for rescue units, an interlocal agreement with the School Board for radio system use (option 3 at $174,504.60 annually), four engineering services agreements, and maintenance acceptance for two subdivisions. They also approved funding agreements with four non-profits and a lease for community services space. A motion to offer the school board a lower-cost radio option died for lack of a second.

• Approved $408,656 HHS Provider Relief Fund for rescue units (4-0)
• Approved radio system interlocal agreement with School Board, option 3 (3-1)
• Approved four engineering services agreements for CEI (4-0)
• Approved maintenance acceptance with MSBU for Grove Pointe at Oakleaf (4-0)
• Approved maintenance acceptance with MSBU for Village Park Unit 1C (4-0)
• Approved $57,375 Arrivalist visitor data agreement (4-0)
• Approved lease with Big Score Investors for community services space (4-0)
• Approved FY2021/2022 funding agreements with four non-profits (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a workshop to review background information and discuss a gun range. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding gun range background

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop to discuss the proposed Clay County gun range, receiving background on the project's history, zoning requirements, and potential revenue. No formal decision was made; the board will decide on October 26, 2021, among four options: accept the lowest bid, change the design and rebid, shelve the project, or not build it. Commissioners expressed interest in cost-saving measures like using millings for the road and a different roof material, and requested more detailed cost estimates before the next meeting.

• No formal decision made; gun range options to be decided on October 26, 2021
• Discussed four courses of action: accept low bid, redesign/rebid, shelve, or cancel project
• Commissioners requested cost breakdowns for potential savings (road, roof) before next meeting
• Staff directed to provide updated schedule of values and roof material cost comparison
• Public comments heard; no action taken on public input

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission is meeting to establish its operational foundation. The body will discuss its requirements and set a future meeting schedule.

• Discussion of CRC duties and requirements
• Appointments of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of CRC meeting dates

The Clay County Charter Review Commission held its organizational meeting, elected Bo Norton as Chair and Suzi Ludwig as Vice-Chair, and set a schedule for future meetings. The Commission also adopted procedures for public comment, including a 3-minute limit, and agreed to submit charter review ideas by October 21, 2021. No substantive charter amendments were proposed or decided at this meeting.

• Elected Bo Norton as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Suzi Ludwig as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for October 28, 2021, at 6:30 PM
• Adopted public comment at beginning and end of meetings (unanimous)
• Adopted 3-minute limit for public comment (unanimous)
• Agreed to submit charter review ideas to staff by October 21, 2021

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission held public hearings to consider several comprehensive plan amendments and land development code changes. The body also discussed a proposal to convert a lodge into multi-family housing within the Ravines PUD.

• CPA 2021-11: Future land use designation changes for multiple parcels in Lake Asbury
• CPA 2021-10: Comprehensive plan amendment for Saratoga Springs
• LDC 2021-06: Proposed increase to the acreage threshold for small scale comprehensive plan amendments
• PUD 21-04: Proposal to eliminate sign and landscaping rights on a Grace Church parcel in Fleming Island Plantation
• PUD 21-02: Proposal to convert 'The Lodge' at 3145 Ravines Road from a hotel to 11 multi-family units

The Clay County Planning Commission approved transmittal of CPA 2021-11, a comprehensive plan amendment for the Lake Asbury Village Centers, but excluded parcels east of Russell Road. The commission also approved transmittal of CPA 2021-10 (Saratoga Springs) with a density bonus for affordable housing, approved LDC 2021-06, PUD 21-04, and the transportation element amendment. CPA 21-12 (TEAMeffort) was denied transmittal.

• Approved CPA 2021-11 transmittal, excluding east Russell Road parcels (5-0)
• Approved CPA 2021-10 transmittal with 20 du/ac density bonus for affordable housing (7-0)
• Approved LDC 2021-06 increasing small-scale amendment acreage threshold (7-0)
• Approved PUD 21-04 eliminating sign/landscaping rights on Grace Church parcel (6-0)
• Approved transportation element amendment adding mobility plan projects (7-0)
• Denied transmittal of CPA 21-12 (TEAMeffort) (7-0)

Standing Committee Meeting

The Standing Committee will hold a public hearing regarding AmeriPro EMS of Florida, LLC's application to renew its certificates for ambulance services. The committee will make findings and provide a recommendation to the Board on whether the certificates are necessary for public health and safety.

• Public hearing for AmeriPro EMS of Florida, LLC renewal of Class B, C, and D Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity

The Standing Committee voted 2-0 to recommend approval of AmeriPro EMS of Florida, LLC's renewal of its Class B, C and D Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for ambulance service. The recommendation will be placed on the October 12, 2021, Board of County Commissioners consent agenda. No public comments were received.

• Approved option one: certificate is necessary and shall be issued, subject to conditions (2-0)
• Placed renewal recommendation on October 12, 2021 BCC consent agenda

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is considering several agreements with the Clay County Sheriff's Office and various non-profit agencies. The body will also discuss a radio system agreement with the School Board of Clay County and a commercial lease for community services.

• Two $55,473.00 agreements with Clay County Sheriff's Office for inmate work crew upkeep and administration building security
• Professional design services award for Co-located Communications Center to Architects Design Group
• Radio system use agreement with School Board of Clay County with fee options ranging from $0 to $174,504.60 annually
• Commercial lease for approximately 4,438 square feet at 420 College Drive, Middleburg
• Funding agreements for non-profits including Clay Behavioral Health Center ($350,000) and Episcopal Children's Services ($108,000)

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed nine agenda items and unanimously recommended each be placed on the October 12, 2021, Board agenda—either on the consent agenda or for full discussion. No final approvals were made by the committee; all decisions are pending the full Board's vote. The meeting also included project updates from staff.

• Recommended placing Sheriff's Office inmate work crew MOA ($55,473) on consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing Sheriff's Office security services MOA ($55,473) on consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing RFQ 20/21-65 design services award to Architects Design Group on consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing School Board radio system interlocal agreement on full Board agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing Arrivalist A3VO agreement ($57,375) on full Board agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing FY20 EMPG modification ($55,000 increase) on consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing Big Score Investors lease (4,438 sq ft) on full Board agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing Challenge Enterprises service agreement ($50,922.48) on consent agenda (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings to adopt the final budget and millage for FY 21/22. The meeting includes several rezoning requests and the approval of a multi-million dollar health building renovation contract.

• Contract with D.E. Scorpio Corporation for Department of Health Building Renovations totaling $4,035,021.00
• Final public hearing for adoption of FY 21/22 budget and final millage
• Rezoning of approximately 250 acres from Agriculture (AG) to Public Ownership (PO-2)
• Funding agreement with Urban Jacksonville, Inc. for senior services totaling $661,784.00
• Public hearing for purchase and development of Multi-Purpose Youth Sports Complex off State Road 21

The Board adopted the FY 2021-2022 final budget of $678,368,781 and set the final millage rate at 8.3406 mills, a 10.87% increase over the rollback rate, in a 4-1 vote with Commissioner Condon dissenting. The budget includes funding for first responder raises and a Northeast Florida Regional Council membership. The Board also approved several rezoning requests, including a denial of a commercial rezoning in Clay Hill and approval of an RV resort PUD.

• Adopted FY21/22 budget of $678,368,781 and final millage rate of 8.3406 mills (4-1)
• Approved $4,035,021 design/build contract for Department of Health building renovations (5-0)
• Denied rezoning of 2.71 acres from BA-2 to BB-2 at CR 218 and Long Horn Road (5-0)
• Approved PUD 21-01 for 550-space RV resort on 95.23 acres at 5268 S. Hwy 17 (5-0)
• Approved LDC amendments allowing campgrounds as conditional use in PUD and agricultural districts (5-0)
• Approved partial lien release for 2811 Spring Drive, Middleburg (5-0)
• Approved CDBG substantial amendment reallocating $15,755 to housing rehabilitation (3-2)
• Approved appointments to Clay County Utility Authority and Historic Preservation Board (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to review variance requests regarding property setbacks and landscaping buffers. The board will consider applications for placing accessory structures on residential parcels and reducing a required landscape buffer.

• Application BOA-21-19: Variance for a 16x42 ft RV structure in the front yard and a 16x32 ft greenhouse in the side yard at 424 Lake Asbury Drive
• Application BOA-21-20: Variance to reduce perimeter landscape buffer from 15 ft to 5.67 ft along Ridgecrest Ave
• Application BOA-21-17: Variance to reduce front setbacks at 3421 Shelley Drive for two accessory structures (approved 3-0)

The Board of Adjustment voted 5-0 to grant a variance (BOA 21-20) reducing the required landscape buffer from 15 feet to 5.67 feet along Ridgecrest Ave. for a proposed Mr. Clean automated car wash, despite staff recommending denial. The board also voted 5-0 to continue the hearing for a separate variance request (BOA-21-19) to allow an accessory structure in the front and side yards of a waterfront residential lot, after the applicant requested more time to address public concerns.

• Granted variance BOA 21-20 to reduce landscape buffer from 15' to 5.67' along Ridgecrest Ave. (5-0)
• Continued hearing for variance BOA-21-19 to allow accessory structure in front/side yard (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 22, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is reviewing several contracts and grant applications, including a major renovation project for the Department of Health building. The body is also discussing service agreements for medical direction, senior services, and library funding.

• Award of RFP #20/21-50 to Scorpio for Department of Health Building Renovations totaling $4,035,021.00
• Medical Director Services agreement extension with Justin Deaton, M.D. for $125,000.00 annually
• Funding Agreement with Urban Jacksonville, Inc. (Aging True Community Senior Services) for $661,784.00
• Directed Payment Program agreement with Florida Agency for Health Care Administration not to exceed $6,737,260.00
• Grant application for State Aid to Libraries in the amount of $77,339

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed 11 agenda items but made no final decisions; all items were recommended for placement on the September 28, 2021, Board agenda. Five items were recommended for the consent agenda, and three items (RFP #20/21-50, Aging True funding agreement, and Aging True lease agreement) were recommended for full Board discussion. The committee voted 2-0 on each recommendation.

• Recommended Medical Director Services extension with Justin Deaton, M.D. ($125,000) for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended State Aid to Libraries grant application for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended National Leadership Grant for Libraries application for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended Interlocal Agreement with City of Keystone Heights for grant staff ($44.61/hr) for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended RFP #20/21-50 award to Scorpio ($4,035,021 total) for full Board discussion (2-0)
• Recommended Unifirst uniform rental agreement extension (3 months) for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended FDOT CR220/Town Center Parkway agreement for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended Aging True funding agreement ($661,784 total) for full Board discussion (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings to adopt the tentative FY 21/22 budget and millage. The body is also considering several rezoning requests and the purchase of a Multi-Purpose Youth Sports Complex off State Road 21.

• Adoption of Tentative Millage and Budget for FY 21/22
• Budget Resolution of $75,000 for 2021 Election Security Grant
• Grant requests totaling $129,172 for Special Event and Signature Event Marketing
• Rezoning of 198.5+ acres from AG to PO-2 and 17.52 acres from PS-2 to AR
• Purchase and development of Multi-Purpose Youth Sports Complex off State Road 21

The Board held the first public hearing on the FY 2021/2022 budget and tentatively adopted the proposed aggregate millage rate of 8.3406 mills, which is 10.8% above the rollback rate, along with the tentative budget and a resolution designating Clay County Behavioral Health Center as the recipient of the County Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Trust Fund. All three resolutions passed 4-1, with Commissioner Betsy Condon voting no on each. The final public hearing and vote are scheduled for September 28, 2021.

• Adopted resolution to tentatively set FY 21/22 millage rate at 8.3406 mills (4-1)
• Adopted resolution for tentative FY 21/22 budget (4-1)
• Adopted resolution designating Clay County Behavioral Health Center as recipient of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Trust Fund (4-1)
• Approved $3.04 per household credit for suspended recycling services (4-1)
• Approved $75,000 budget resolution for 2021 Election Security Grant (5-0)
• Approved 2021/2022 Schedule of Fees and Services (5-0)
• Approved six new container service franchise agreements (5-0)
• Approved additional road resurfacing for Pinewood Boulevard North area (5-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed 25 agenda items but made no final decisions, instead recommending most for approval at the September 14, 2021, Board of County Commissioners meeting. Items pulled for full board discussion include the election security grant, TDC grant awards, new container service franchise agreements, pavement assessment award, and insurance renewals. The committee also received updates on grants, public works, engineering, facilities, parks, and COVID-19.

• Recommended approval of $75,000 election security grant budget resolution (pulled for board discussion)
• Recommended approval of minimum tax bill resolution (consent agenda)
• Recommended approval of $129,172 in TDC grant awards (pulled for board discussion)
• Recommended approval of 20-year FWC boating access MOA (consent agenda)
• Recommended approval of FY2021/2022 schedule of fees and services (consent agenda)
• Recommended approval of 12 container service franchise renewals (consent agenda)
• Recommended approval of 17 new container service franchise agreements (pulled for board discussion)
• Recommended approval of $140,000 Jones Edmunds addendum for landfill compliance (consent agenda)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning applications and land development code amendments. A primary focus is a proposal to convert 'The Lodge' at 3145 Ravines Road from a hotel to a 10-unit multi-family structure.

• PUD 21-02: Convert The Lodge at 3145 Ravines Road from hotel to 10-unit multi-family use
• LDC 21-07: Add Campground/Recreational Park as an allowable conditional use in PUD zoning
• Z-21-04: Rezone 17.52 acres from PS-2 (Private Services) to AR (Agricultural/Residential)
• Z-21-06: Rezone a single parcel from BA-2 to BB-2
• Z-21-08: Rezone 198.5 acres from Agriculture (AG) to Public Ownership (PO-2)

The Clay County Planning Commission approved a rezoning to convert the Ravines' Lodge from a 12-room hotel to an 11-unit multi-family structure, contingent on staff verifying the total units do not exceed the PUD's 477-unit cap. The commission also approved a text amendment allowing campgrounds as a conditional use in PUD districts, and several other rezoning requests. A major land-use amendment for the Lake Asbury Village Center was tabled until October 5, 2021, for further review.

• Approved PUD 21-02 (Ravines Lodge conversion) 6-0, with a condition that staff verify the unit count does not exceed the 477-unit cap, reducing the number if necessary.
• Approved LDC 21-07 6-0, adding campground/recreational park as a conditional use in Planned Unit Development zoning districts.
• Approved Z-21-04 7-0, rezoning 17.52 acres on Bellamy Road from PS-2 to AR.
• Approved Z-21-06 7-0, rezoning a 2.71-acre parcel on County Road 218 from BA-2 to BB-2 for an automotive parts sales building.
• Approved Z-21-08 7-0, rezoning 198.5 acres on Blanding Boulevard to Public Ownership for a county regional park and sports complex.
• Approved CPA 2021-13 8-0, a comprehensive plan text amendment adding a property rights element as required by state law.
• Tabled CPA 2021-11 (Lake Asbury Village Center land use change) until the October 5, 2021, meeting.
• Approved a motion 8-0 to require notification of property owners within 350 feet of a proposed land use change.

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is meeting to approve the proposed FY 21-22 budget and review grant award recommendations. The body will also discuss the creation of a Film Development Subcommittee and a corresponding grant.

• Vote on approval of Proposed FY 21-22 budget
• FY 2021-22 Grant Award Recommendations for Special Event, Signature Event, and Sports Event grants
• Discussion on creating a Film Development Subcommittee and Film Development Grant
• Recommendation to fill the vacant hotelier seat on the TDC
• Quarterly report from advertising agency EVOK

The Tourist Development Council approved the FY21/22 budget and all grant awards, including a $45,000 maximum grant for the Clay County Fair. They also extended the Orange Park Mall product development grant to August 2022. The council heard updates on tourism marketing, sports events, and the Penney Farms Museum, and discussed a potential film development subcommittee.

• Approved the May 19, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0).
• Approved an extension for the Orange Park Mall product development grant to August 2022 (6-0).
• Approved the FY21/22 TDC budget (6-0).
• Awarded the Clay County Fair the maximum $45,000 signature event marketing grant (5-0, with Robert Olson recused).
• Approved all special event marketing grants as recommended (6-0).
• Approved all remaining signature event marketing grants as recommended (6-0).
• Approved all sports event grants as recommended (6-0).

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss several land use rezonings and public hearing items. Key decisions include a construction contract for a county gun range and the potential purchase of 200 acres for a Multi-Purpose Youth Sports Complex.

• Award of Bid No.20/21-53 for Construction of Clay County Gun Range to Foresight Construction Group, Inc. for $3,517,323.00
• Purchase and Sale Agreement for approximately 200 acres for a Multi-Purpose Youth Sports Complex off State Road 21
• Grant agreement #27937 with Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services up to $910,000.00 for Paul E. Reinhold Agricultural Fairgrounds
• Public hearings for FY 2021-22 assessment rates for solid waste disposal and collection services
• Rezoning application PUD-21-01 to rezone 95.1 acres of Agricultural/Residential and Agricultural land to Planned Unit Development

The Board approved the initial American Rescue Plan spending package, including $2 million for broadband, $2 million to reimburse the county health plan, $4.75 million for a Department of Health building, $4.8 million for jail improvements, and $1.3 million for a stormwater study. They also approved using impact fees for several road projects, including $4.4 million for County Road 218, and prioritized Radar Road, 315, and Baxley Road for continued development. The Board tabled the award of the gun range construction bid to Foresight Construction Group, Inc. for $3,517,323.00 to allow for further discussion and potential cost savings.

• Approved the Consent Agenda, including final plats for Plantation Oaks Townhomes, Pinewood Place, and Granary Park Phase 1, and finance items, 5-0.
• Approved the initial American Rescue Plan spending package, including $2M for broadband, $2M for health plan reimbursement, $4.75M for a DOH building, $4.8M for jail improvements, and $1.3M for a stormwater study, 5-0.
• Approved using $4.4M in impact fees for the County Road 218 project, 5-0.
• Approved prioritizing Radar Road, 315, and Baxley Road for development using impact fees, 5-0.
• Approved moving forward with a comprehensive impact fee study, 5-0.
• Approved the State Financial Assistance Agreement with FDACS for $910,000 for the Paul E. Reinhold Agricultural Fairgrounds Livestock Pavilion, 5-0.
• Approved the Mobility Fee Credit Agreement for the Granary Park stormwater facility, 4-1.
• Tabled the award of the gun range construction bid to allow for further discussion and potential cost savings, 4-1.

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing several contracts and funding agreements. Key items include a bid for a county gun range and a grant for agricultural fairgrounds improvements.

• Award of Bid No. 20/21-53 to Foresight Construction Group, Inc. for the Clay County Gun Range in the amount of $3,517,323.00
• Grant agreement with Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for Paul E. Reinhold Agricultural Fairgrounds Livestock Pavilion improvements not to exceed $910,000.00
• Agreement to use property tax collections to fund homestead exemption audit services via TRUEROLL (fee is 25% of collected back taxes)
• AT&T Master Agreement Amendment #1 for network services totaling $526,165.92 over 36 months
• Extension of agreement with Eternity Funeral Home and Crematory of Jacksonville, LLC for unclaimed decedent disposition services

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed six agenda items but made no final approvals. All items were recommended for placement on the August 24, 2021, Board agenda, with some on the consent agenda and others for full discussion. The meeting included public comments and county manager remarks on COVID-19 and community safety.

• Recommended placing homestead exemption audit agreement on Aug 24 consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing gun range construction bid award on Aug 24 agenda for full discussion (2-0)
• Recommended placing FDACS fairgrounds grant agreement on Aug 24 agenda for full discussion (2-0)
• Recommended placing funeral home services extension on Aug 24 consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing AT&T network services amendment on Aug 24 consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing broker services agreement extension on Aug 24 consent agenda (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a workshop to review funding and project plans. The discussion focuses on capital improvements, mobility funds, and federal rescue plan allocations.

• CIP Review
• Impact/Mobility Funds Review
• American Rescue Plan
• Alternate funding streams

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop to review the five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), which shows a $37 million deficit through FY 2025-2026. They discussed using $17.35 million in American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds to offset some CIP projects, and heard from Sheriff Michelle Cook about the jail being at or over capacity, with a potential $30 million expansion. No formal votes were taken; the Board gave consensus to move forward on several items, including a stormwater study, broadband funding, and a health department renovation, and to bring back options for funding a jail expansion.

• Consensus to move forward with stormwater study/LiDAR
• Consensus to keep $2 million for broadband in ARP plan
• Consensus to fund Health Department renovation with $4 million ARP
• Consensus to move forward with jail conversion (first phase)
• Consensus to hold off on impact/mobility fee road projects until list review
• Consensus to explore impact fees as revenue source
• No consensus on public service taxes (LP gas, electric, water)
• Staff to bring back ARP plan and jail expansion funding options in September

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several infrastructure and land use items. Discussions include budget amendments for fire station renovations, new construction service agreements, and public hearings regarding land use and rezoning.

• Second Amendment to Agreement #2020/2021-140 with Gary S. Bailey, Inc. for Fire Station #13 ($7,167.00 increase)
• Second Amendment to Agreement #2020/2021-141 with Anderson Restoration & Emergency Services, LLC for Fire Station #17 ($10,004.49 increase)
• Agreement with Superior Construction Company Southeast, LLC for CMAR BTP Group #2 Projects (not-to-exceed $286,141.67)
• Public Hearing for CPA 2021-08 regarding 14 acres at Lake Asbury Village Center
• Public Hearing for CPA 21-09 and Rezoning Z-21-02 for 1.23 acres at 51 Knight Boxx Rd

The Board approved a small-scale land use amendment (CPA 2021-08) changing 14 acres on CR 209 from Lake Asbury Master Planned Community to Lake Asbury Village Center, allowing commercial and higher-density residential uses. The Board also approved a companion rezoning (Z-21-02) for 1.23 acres at 51 Knight Boxx Rd. from AR to BB-3, and selected MLM-Martin Architects for the Animal Services shelter design. All votes were 5-0 except the Brownfield Program selection, which passed 4-1.

• Approved CPA 2021-08, changing 14 acres to Lake Asbury Village Center (5-0)
• Approved CPA 21-09, changing 1.23 acres at 51 Knight Boxx Rd. to Commercial (5-0)
• Approved rezoning Z-21-02, from AR to BB-3 at 51 Knight Boxx Rd. (5-0)
• Selected MLM-Martin Architects for Animal Services shelter design (5-0)
• Approved $286,141.67 CMAR agreement with Superior Construction (5-0)
• Approved Brownfield Program RFQ selection of Cardno, Inc. (4-1)
• Approved fire station repair amendments totaling $17,171.49 (5-0)
• Approved revised Library Collection Development Policy (5-0)

VAB

The Value Adjustment Board is conducting an organizational meeting to appoint special magistrates and establish administrative procedures. The board will review the property tax system, discuss petition schedules, and approve local administrative procedures.

• Reappointment of attorney William H. Davie, II
• Appointment of James Toro II for real estate valuations
• Appointment of Alexander F. Ruden for tangible property valuations
• Appointment of M. Paul Sanders for exemptions
• Adoption of a $15.00 filing fee

The Clay County Value Adjustment Board (VAB) held its second certification meeting and made several unanimous decisions. The board reappointed William H. Davie as VAB attorney, reappointed special magistrates for real property, tangible personal property, and exemptions, adopted local administrative procedures, approved a resolution to extend and certify the 2021 tax rolls, approved initial certifications, adopted a $15 filing fee, and agreed to issue an RFP for 2022/2023 special magistrates. The board also discussed the tentative hearing schedule and noted that all 664 petitions filed in 2020 were withdrawn.

• Reappointed William H. Davie as VAB attorney (5-0)
• Reappointed James Toro as Real Property Special Magistrate (5-0)
• Reappointed Alexander Ruden as TPP Special Magistrate (5-0)
• Reappointed Paul Sanders as Exemption Special Magistrate (5-0)
• Adopted VAB Local Administrative Procedures (5-0)
• Approved resolution to extend and certify 2021 tax rolls (5-0)
• Approved initial certifications for 2021 tax rolls (5-0)
• Adopted $15 filing fee for VAB petitions (5-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is considering the acceptance of federal grant funding for drug enforcement and wind retrofitting. The body will also review rankings for professional design and engineering services and a contract renewal for EMS medical supplies.

• Acceptance of $48,611.00 FDLE grant for the Drug Reduction and Enforcement Initiative
• Modification to Orange Park Sheriff's Substation Wind Retrofit Project increasing federal share by $23,551.25
• Selection of a design firm for the Animal Services Shelter and Care Facility
• Selection of a firm for the Clay County Brownfield Program
• Renewal of Bid #18/19-28 for EMS Medical Supplies

The Finance and Audit Committee met and voted 2-0 to recommend all eight business items to the full Board's August 10, 2021 agenda. These include accepting a $48,611 federal grant, approving contract modifications, and selecting firms for design services. No final approvals were made; all items were forwarded for Board action.

• Recommended acceptance of $48,611 JAG grant for drug reduction (2-0)
• Recommended approval of modification to wind retrofit agreement, increasing federal share by $23,551.25 (2-0)
• Recommended selection of top-ranked firm for Animal Services shelter design (2-0)
• Recommended selection of top-ranked firm for Brownfield Program (2-0)
• Recommended rejection of RFQ for Youth Sports Complex design (2-0)
• Recommended renewal of EMS medical supplies bid and purchasing waiver (2-0)
• Recommended selection of top four firms for engineering consulting (2-0)
• Recommended approval of FDOT supplemental agreement for Pine Avenue sidewalks (2-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Commission approved a future land use amendment and rezoning to allow boat and RV storage near State Road 21. They also approved updates to the Land Development Code regarding requirements for such storage facilities, including site size and buffering rules.

• CPA 2021-04: Amendment of 5 acres from Agriculture/Residential to Commercial at SR 21 and CR 315C
• Z-21-01: Rezoning of 5 acres from AR to BB-2 for boat and RV storage
• LDC 2021-02: Amendment to Land Development Code regarding conditional use requirements for RV and boat storage
• Approval of May 4, 2021, meeting minutes via an 8-0 vote

The Clay County Planning Commission approved two comprehensive plan amendments and one rezoning, and advanced a proposed RV park project. The commission recommended allowing Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning in agricultural areas, but not adding campgrounds as a conditional use in agricultural/residential zones. A separate rezoning for the RV park was approved, contingent on future code changes. One rezoning request was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved CPA 2021-08, changing 14 acres from Lake Asbury Master Planned Community to Lake Asbury Village Center (6-0)
• Approved CPA 21-09, changing 1.23 acres at 51 Knight Boxx Rd from Urban Core to Commercial (6-0)
• Approved Z-21-02, rezoning 1.23 acres at 51 Knight Boxx Rd from AR to BB-3 (6-0)
• Recommended amending Land Development Code to allow PUD in Agricultural land use, but not adding campground as conditional use in AG/AR districts (5-0)
• Approved PUD-21-01, rezoning 95.23 acres for a 550-site RV park, contingent on future code change (5-0)
• Continued PUD-21-02, rezoning The Lodge at Ravines from hotel to multi-family, to September 7, 2021 (6-0)
• Recommended Commissioner Bo Norton to fill Affordable Housing Advisory Committee seat

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss infrastructure projects, budget adjustments, and a proposal for a multipurpose youth sports complex. The body will also hold public hearings regarding the Capital Improvement Plan and CDBG Consolidated Plan.

• Professional Engineering Design Consultant Services Agreement with GAI Consultants for Bonded Transportation Program projects totaling $3,394,789.28
• Proposal from 1621 Venture II, LLC for a Multipurpose Youth Sports Complex including the purchase of 200 acres off State Road 21
• Second Amendment to Agreement #2020/2021-103 with the Department of Juvenile Justice (SWEAT Program) for $135,000.00
• Public hearing for an Ordinance to amend the Capital Improvement Plan
• Public hearing for the CDBG Consolidated Plan 2021-2025 and Annual Action Plan FY-2021

The Board approved a maximum millage rate of 8.6010 for FY 2021/2022, a 0.5 increase from the current 8.101, in a 4-1 vote with Commissioner Condon opposing. The Board also approved suspending curbside recycling for at least 120 days to address waste collection delays, with a 14-day public notice and a start date of August 16, 2021. Other actions included approving a $3.39 million engineering contract for road projects, accepting an unsolicited proposal for a youth sports complex, and approving the CDBG plan with corrections.

• Approved maximum millage rate of 8.6010 for FY 21/22 (4-1)
• Approved suspension of curbside recycling for at least 120 days, starting Aug 16, 2021 (4-1)
• Approved $3,394,789.28 engineering contract with GAI Consultants for road projects (5-0)
• Approved budget true-up resolution for FY 19/20 actuals (5-0)
• Approved $135,000 SWEAT program amendment with DJJ (5-0)
• Approved resolution for Lake Asbury MSBD special election on Oct 12, 2021 (5-0)
• Accepted unsolicited proposal for Multipurpose Youth Sports Complex (5-0)
• Approved CDBG Consolidated Plan with corrections (4-1)

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a workshop to review current revenue streams and budget overviews. Discussions include constitutional budgets, public safety, the general fund, and a high-level five-year plan.

• Proposed 2021-2022 budget for the Office of the Clay County Property Appraiser of $3,073,661
• Review of constitutional budgets for Clerk of Courts, Supervisor of Elections, Property Appraiser, Tax Collector, and Sheriff
• Overview of Public Safety Budget including personnel, operating, and CIP
• Review of General Fund budget and personnel plan
• Discussion of 5 Year Plan and ARP

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop to review the FY21/22 budget, including revenue overviews, constitutional officer budgets, public safety, and a five-year plan. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational, with the maximum millage rate to be discussed and set at the July 27 BCC meeting.

• No formal decisions made; workshop was informational only
• Maximum millage rate discussion scheduled for July 27 BCC meeting

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider a variance request to reduce front setbacks for the placement of two accessory structures. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the June 24, 2021, meeting.

• Application BOA-21-17: Request to reduce front setbacks from 15 ft. to 2 ft. on the north property line and 15 ft. to 6 ft. on the west property line

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance (BOA-21-17) allowing Wayne Dove to reduce front setbacks on his corner lot at 3421 Shelley Drive from 15 ft to 2 ft (north) and 6 ft (west) to place two accessory structures. The motion carried 3-0. The board also approved the June 24, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously.

• Approved variance BOA-21-17 to reduce front setbacks at 3421 Shelley Drive (3-0)
• Approved June 24, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee will review several agreements, including a bid award for park drainage work. The committee is also considering a funding reduction for the Department of Juvenile Justice SWEAT Program and a landfill maintenance renewal.

• Award of $239,959.00 to XGD Systems, LLC for Paul C. Armstrong Park Drainage Improvements
• Reduction of State of Florida Department of Juvenile Justice SWEAT Program funding from $485,000.00 to $377,500.00
• Renewal of agreement with Erosion Control Seeding & Mulching, Inc. for landfill maintenance

The Finance and Audit Committee met July 20, 2021, and took no final votes. It recommended placing three items on the July 27 full Board agenda: a funding reduction for a juvenile justice agreement, a renewal for landfill maintenance, and a drainage improvement bid award. All three recommendations carried 2-0.

• Recommended placing the SWEAT Program funding reduction ($485,000 to $377,500) on the July 27 agenda
• Recommended placing the Erosion Control Seeding & Mulching renewal on the July 27 consent agenda
• Recommended placing the Paul C. Armstrong Park drainage bid award ($239,959 to XGD Systems, LLC) on the July 27 consent agenda

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several infrastructure items including a bonded transportation program and road resurfacing. Discussion includes updates on solid waste collection challenges and the potential development of Lake Larc.

• Approval of construction management services for BTP Group #1 projects: Russell Road (CR 209) and Sandridge Road (CR 739 B)
• Acceptance of Final Plat for Breezy Oaks Estates
• Grant of Easement to Clay County Utility Authority for Fairgrounds Utility Project
• Public Hearing for the Consolidated Plan and Action Plan for Clay County CDBG
• Review of contractor rankings for Bonded Transportation Program projects

The Board approved the road resurfacing list (excluding three projects), accepted the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy claim, and authorized negotiations with Kiewit for construction management services. They also continued the CDBG public hearing and discussed but took no action on solid waste issues.

• Approved road resurfacing list (blue list) excluding Aquarius Concourse, Arthur Middleton Cir., Cornell Rd (4-0)
• Approved Purdue Pharma bankruptcy claim (4-0)
• Approved negotiations with Kiewit Infrastructure South Co. for CMAR services (4-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Renninger to Value Adjustment Board (4-0)
• Retained Richard Klinzman as citizen member of VAB (4-0)
• Continued CDBG public hearing to July 27, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Breezy Oaks Estates final plat and utility easement (4-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing several financial actions, including a $6.6 million final CARES Act distribution. Other items include budget transfers for library maintenance and various infrastructure and emergency management agreements.

• $6,605,031 Budget Resolution for final CARES Act distribution
• $75,000 budget transfer from Green Cove Springs Library to Orange Park Library for roof repairs
• Construction Management at Risk services for BTP Group #1 projects (Russell Road and Sandridge Road)
• $155,786.40 State Highway Lighting Maintenance and Compensation Agreement with FDOT
• $25,484.53 renewal for roadway striping and marking with Roadscape North Florida, Inc.

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed 11 agenda items, all of which were recommended for placement on the July 13, 2021 Board consent agenda (or full agenda for item 3). No final approvals were made; the committee's role was to forward items to the full Board. The meeting also included project updates and discussion of Hurricane Elsa preparations and solid waste issues.

• Recommended CARES Act final distribution budget resolution ($6,605,031) for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended library budget transfer ($75,000) for Orange Park Library roof repairs for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended CMAR contractor selection (Kiewit Infrastructure South Co.) for full Board discussion (2-0)
• Recommended FDOT highway lighting agreement ($155,786.40) for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended roadway striping renewal to Roadscape North Florida, Inc. ($25,484.53) for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended cold-mix asphalt bid award to Duval Asphalt Products, Inc. for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended hazard mitigation grant point of contact update for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended three emergency management grant agreements (EMPG #G0321, #G0334, EMPA #A0220) for consent agenda (2-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding land use amendments and rezoning requests for properties on CR 209 and Knight Boxx Rd. The body will also discuss appointments to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC).

• CPA 2021-08: Change 14 acres on CR 209 from Lake Asbury Master Planned Community to Lake Asbury Village Center
• CPA 21-09: Change 1.23 acres at 51 Knight Boxx Rd from Urban Core to Commercial
• Z-21-02: Rezone 1.23 acres at 51 Knight Boxx Rd from Agriculture Residential to Specialty Business (BB-3)
• Discussion of appointments to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider three variance applications. Two requests seek to reduce front setbacks for residential units, and one concerns a buffer for communication towers.

• BOA 21-13: Request to reduce front setback from 20 feet to 15 feet at 2826 Copperwood Ave
• BOA 21-14: Request to reduce front setback from 20 feet to 15 feet at 2840 Copperwood Ave
• BOA 21-15: Request to reduce communication tower buffer from 50 feet to 40 feet near residential areas

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance to reduce the buffer between a communication tower and residential areas from 50 to 40 feet for a proposed multi-family development, with a 3-2 vote. It also approved a variance for a front setback reduction on one lot, but continued another similar request to the next meeting. The board denied a request to reduce a front setback on a different lot, with a 4-1 vote.

• Approved variance BOA 21-15 to reduce tower buffer from 50 to 40 feet (3-2).
• Approved variance BOA 21-14 to reduce front setback from 20 to 15 feet on Lot 45 (4-1).
• Continued BOA 21-13 to July 22, 2021, for corrected plat information (5-0).
• Approved minutes of May 27, 2021, meeting (5-0).

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss infrastructure contracts, rental assistance updates, and a subdivision roads maintenance assessment. Public hearings are scheduled for a new provider participation fund and the establishment of the Creekview Community Development District.

• Bid award to STG Contracting Group, Inc. for CCSO Jail chiller replacement: $2,108,000.00
• Agreement with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. for professional engineering design: not to exceed $2,935,562.76
• Public hearing to establish the Creekview Community Development District on a 745.05-acre tract
• Proposed initial assessment resolution for the Clay County Subdivision Roads Maintenance MSBU
• Supplemental Agreement #1 with FDOT for CR209 improvements increasing federal award by $75,000.00

The Board approved a $2,108,000 bid for chiller replacement at the CCSO Jail, created the Creekview Community Development District, and reopened the Emergency Rental Assistance program with added homelessness stabilization. It also approved several contracts, grants, and resolutions, including an opioid settlement resolution and a Local Provider Participation Fund ordinance.

• Approved $2,108,000 bid for jail chiller replacement (5-0)
• Created Creekview Community Development District (5-0)
• Reopened Emergency Rental Assistance with homelessness stabilization (4-1)
• Approved $2,935,562.76 engineering contract with Jacobs (5-0)
• Approved opioid settlement resolution (5-0)
• Adopted Local Provider Participation Fund ordinance (5-0)
• Approved grant applications including $20M defense infrastructure request (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including final plat and right-of-way map (5-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is reviewing several infrastructure contracts, including lighting for fairgrounds and parks, and network implementation. The body is also discussing roadway widening agreements and a lease extension for the YMCA of Florida's First Coast.

• Bid award to STG Contracting Group, Inc. for chiller replacement at CCSO Jail for $2,108,000.00
• Agreement with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for Clay County Fairgrounds ($306,000.00) and Thunderbolt Park ($219,250.00)
• Two-year agronomic services contract with Agrow Pro, Inc. for $137,154.16 per year
• SD-WAN implementation award to A T & T Business for $159,042.48 annually
• Engineering design agreement with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. not to exceed $2,935,562.76

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed 15 agenda items but made no final awards. It voted 2-0 to recommend placing the $2,108,000 jail chiller replacement contract with STG Contracting Group, Inc. on the June 22, 2021 full board agenda for discussion. All other items, including lighting agreements, service contracts, and engineering agreements, were recommended for the consent agenda. No public comments were received.

• Recommended placing Bid #20/21-35 (jail chiller replacement, $2,108,000 to STG Contracting Group, Inc.) on the June 22 full board agenda (2-0).
• Recommended placing Musco Sports Lighting agreement for Clay County Fairgrounds ($306,000) on the June 22 consent agenda (2-0).
• Recommended placing Musco Sports Lighting agreement for Thunderbolt Park ($219,250) on the June 22 consent agenda (2-0).
• Recommended placing Bid #20/21-46 (agronomic services, $137,154.16/year to Agrow Pro, Inc.) on the June 22 consent agenda (2-0).
• Recommended placing Security Residence Agreement with Deputy Scott Kneer for Black Creek Ravines on the June 22 consent agenda (2-0).
• Recommended placing YMCA lease extension and second amendment on the June 22 consent agenda (2-0).
• Recommended placing TDC FY 21-22 Strategic Priorities on the June 22 consent agenda (2-0).
• Recommended placing RFP #20/21-30 (SD-WAN implementation, $13,253.54/month to AT&T Business) on the June 22 consent agenda (2-0).

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve significant budget amendments for federal relief funds and road improvements. The session includes public hearings on land use policies, rezoning, and the CDBG Plan.

• Acceptance of $21,293,566 in American Rescue Plan Act funds and $5,238,464 for Emergency Rental Assistance
• Award of $1,039,000 bid to R. B. Baker Construction for shoulder and safety improvements on County Road 209
• Proposed amendment to increase USA Cycling Sports Grant from $20,000 to $25,000
• Public hearing for CPA 2021-04 to change 5 acres from Agriculture/Residential to Commercial
• Public hearing for Rezoning Application Z-21-01 from AR to BB-2

The Board approved a $1,039,000 contract with R.B. Baker Construction for shoulder and safety improvements on County Road 209, funded by a $350,000 transfer from contingency reserves. It also accepted $21.3 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds and $5.2 million for emergency rental assistance. The Board approved a settlement in Teresa Miller v. Clay County, adopted amendments to FLU Policy 1.4.8, and approved a land use change and rezoning for 5 acres at SR 21 and CR 315C for commercial use and RV/boat storage. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved $1,039,000 contract with R.B. Baker Construction for CR 209 improvements (5-0)
• Approved $350,000 transfer for CR 209 road improvements (5-0)
• Accepted $21,293,566 in American Rescue Plan Act funds (5-0)
• Accepted $5,238,464 for Emergency Rental Assistance (5-0)
• Approved settlement in Teresa Miller v. Clay County (5-0)
• Adopted FLU Policy 1.4.8 amendment adding institutional uses to infill criteria (5-0)
• Approved CPA 2021-04 changing 5 acres from AR to Commercial at SR 21 & CR 315C (5-0)
• Approved rezoning Z-21-01 from AR to BB-2 for RV and boat storage (5-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is meeting to approve budget amendments for federal COVID-19 relief and various service contracts. The body will also consider park lease agreements and updates to county administrative policies.

• Acceptance of $21,293,566 in American Rescue Plan Act funds and $5,238,464 for Emergency Rental Assistance
• Award of $223,120.00 to Thomas May Construction Company for wind retrofit of the Orange Park Sheriff Substation
• Transfer of $350,000 from Transportation Trust Fund for road improvements on County Road 209
• Renewal of agreement with Cathedral Corporation for TRIM Notice and Exemption services up to $65,000.00
• Approval of a three-year paramedic program agreement with Camko Education, LLC at a maximum annual cost of $37,200.00

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed multiple agenda items but made no final approvals, instead recommending most items for the June 8, 2021 Board of County Commissioners consent agenda or full agenda. Key items included accepting $21.3 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds, $5.2 million for emergency rental assistance, a $223,120 wind retrofit contract for the Orange Park Sheriff Substation, and one-year park lease agreements for six athletic associations. The committee also received project updates from Public Works, Engineering, Facilities, and Parks and Recreation.

• Recommended placing Cathedral Corporation TRIM notice renewal on June 8 consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing budget amendments (ARPA funds, rental assistance, transfers) on June 8 agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing wind retrofit bid award to Thomas May Construction ($223,120) on June 8 consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing SHIP annual report review on June 8 consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing SHIP down payment assistance renewal on June 8 consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing Camko Education paramedic affiliation agreement on June 8 consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing TDC USA Cycling grant amendment ($20,000 to $25,000) on June 8 agenda (2-0)
• Recommended placing six athletic association park lease agreements on June 8 consent agenda (2-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider a variance request for a multi-story mini-warehouse. The applicant seeks to waive the requirement for a 6-foot wall or wrought-iron fence due to an existing ingress/egress easement for a neighboring property.

• Public hearing for BOA-21-12: Variance to fencing requirements for a mini-warehouse at 1439 Blanding Blvd.

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance (BOA-21-12) to waive the six-foot wall or wrought-iron fence requirement for a multi-story mini-warehouse, citing a recorded easement that would be blocked by a fence and the use of landscaping as a buffer. The motion carried 4-0. The board also approved the April 22, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved variance BOA-21-12 to fencing requirement for mini-warehouse (4-0)
• Approved April 22, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to authorize a design-build agreement for a transportation project and hold public hearings on zoning and land use amendments. The body will also discuss business incentives for Chemours Company and various board appointments.

• Authorization of $17,353,024.03 agreement with Anderson Columbia Co., Inc. for CR 218-Cosmos Avenue to Pine Tree Lane
• First Amendment to agreement with Evans Contracting Services, Inc. increasing project cost by $23,000 to $62,062 for CIPP lining at CR220
• Public hearing for CPA 2021-04 to change 5 acres from Agriculture/Residential to Commercial
• Public hearing for Rezoning Application Z-21-01 from AR to BB-2
• Public hearing for Land Development Code change regarding RV and Boat Storage conditional use requirements

The Board approved a $17.35 million design-build contract for CR 218 improvements, a $5,000 lien reduction for a Middleburg property, a business incentive for Chemours Company, and a change order for a pipe lining project. It also approved a road vacation, several appointments, and continued two land use items to the next meeting.

• Approved CR 218 design-build contract with Anderson Columbia Co., Inc. for $17,353,024.03 (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 lien reduction for Northeast Florida Land Company, Inc. (4-1)
• Approved economic development grant for Chemours Company (5-0)
• Approved $23,000 change order for CIPP lining project (4-0)
• Approved vacation of Clark Road right-of-way (3-2)
• Approved LDC change for RV and boat storage conditional use (5-0)
• Reappointed Lisa Daniels and Linda Long to Housing Finance Authority (4-0)
• Appointed Anna Lebesch to Clay County Utility Authority Board (4-0)

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is discussing the draft business plan and budget for FY21-22. The body is also considering recommendations to fill a vacant seat and reviewing updates on tourism marketing and grants.

• Approval of FY2021-22 Sports Grant Guidelines
• Review of $30,000 Product Development Grant for Penney Farms Museum
• Draft FY21-22 Business Plan and Budget
• Quarterly report from EVOK Advertising Agency
• Recommendation for a vacant TDC seat

The Tourist Development Council approved an additional $5,000 for the US Cycling event, bringing the total grant to $30,000, and appointed Deborah Beals to fill a vacant seat. They also approved the FY21-22 sports grant guidelines with a revised scoring scale and adopted a new strategic priorities list. The meeting included updates on the Penney Farms Museum, EVOK advertising, and Airstream Ventures events.

• Approved additional $5,000 for US Cycling event (7-0)
• Appointed Deborah Beals to vacant TDC seat (7-0)
• Approved sports grant guidelines with scoring scale change (7-0)
• Approved strategic priorities list (7-0)
• Approved March 24, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee will review several funding requests including election hardware, jail HVAC units, and courthouse remodeling. The agenda also includes contract extensions for utility services and a large purchase of fire equipment.

• $204,320.00 for Election Systems and Software, LLC tabulation hardware
• $67,587.00 for two HVAC units at the Clay County Jail via Ferber Sheet Metal Works, Inc.
• $615,900.00 for courthouse remodel design areas 1 and 4 via STG Contracting Group, Inc.
• $653,954.00 for a Pierce Enforcer Pumper from Ten-8 Fire Equipment, Inc.
• $196,000.00 for Town Branch, LLC credit reservation and purchase option

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed nine agenda items, including purchases, contracts, and property declarations, and voted unanimously to recommend each for placement on the May 25, 2021, Board consent agenda. No public comments were made, and no final approvals were granted by the committee itself.

• Recommended ES&S tabulation hardware purchase ($204,320) for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended HVAC replacement bid award to Ferber Sheet Metal Works ($67,587) for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended courthouse remodel bid award to STG Contracting Group ($615,900) for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended surplus property declaration for escheatment properties for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended second extension with Jax Utilities Management for drainline services for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended second extension with Capps Land Management for drainline services for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended CIPP bid awards to Granite Inliner and Insituform Technologies for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended Pierce Enforcer Pumper advance payment ($653,954) for consent agenda (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss budget resolutions, infrastructure agreements, and public safety coordination. The session includes a public hearing regarding conditional use requirements for RV and boat storage.

• Public hearing on Land Development Code Change for RV and Boat Storage
• Agreement with Intelligent Conservation Systems, Inc. for Clay County Jail retrofit not to exceed $341,612.00
• Work Squad Agreement with Florida Department of Corrections for $57,497.00
• Acceptance of Greyhawk Phase 3A and 3B and Cameron Oaks 3 subdivisions for maintenance
• Memorandum of Understanding with North Florida Land Trust for Rideout Point Preserve

The Board approved a $341,612 agreement with Intelligent Conservation Systems for the I-CON retrofit at the Clay County Jail, and authorized the County Manager to execute federal funding agreements and grant applications related to the American Rescue Plan. The Board also approved a resolution creating a Public Safety Coordinating Council, accepted two subdivisions for maintenance, and approved a work squad agreement with the Florida Department of Corrections. A first public hearing on RV and boat storage changes was held with no action taken.

• Approved I-CON retrofit at Clay County Jail, $341,612 (5-0)
• Authorized County Manager to execute ARP federal funding agreements (5-0)
• Authorized County Manager to approve and sign ARP grant applications (5-0)
• Approved resolution creating Public Safety Coordinating Council (5-0)
• Accepted Greyhawk Phase 3A and 3B Subdivision for maintenance with MSBU (5-0)
• Accepted Cameron Oaks 3 Subdivision for maintenance with MSBU (5-0)
• Approved Work Squad Agreement with FL Dept. of Corrections, $57,497 (5-0)
• Approved Non-CIP Budget Resolution (5-0); CIP resolution pulled

Finance Meeting

The Finance Department is meeting to approve payments and financial requests. The body will also review documents for the record and equipment disposal, transfers, and acceptances.

• Approval of payments
• Equipment disposal, transfer and acceptance
• Financial requests and refunds

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing several high-value contracts including a $17 million road project and heavy machinery. The meeting also covers park lease agreements, rescue equipment procurement, and various grant application authorizations.

• Award of $17,353,024.03 to Anderson Columbia Co., Inc. for CR 218 Cosmos Avenue To Pine Tree Lane Design-Build
• Purchase of four Genesis Rescue Systems extrication tools from Rescue Systems Unlimited, LLC for $51,450.00
• Award of $449,274.00 to Ring Power, Inc. for three motor graders
• Work Squad Agreement with Florida Department of Corrections for $57,497.00
• Lease of Eagle Harbor Soccer Complex and Walter Odum Community Park for $1.00 per year

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed multiple agenda items and recommended most for placement on the May 11, 2021, Board consent agenda, including a $17,353,024.03 design-build contract for CR 218, a $449,274.00 motor grader purchase, and a $51,450.00 sole source purchase for rescue equipment. The SHIP Down Payment Assistance agreement renewal was pulled until the June 1, 2021, meeting. No final approvals were made; all actions are recommendations to the full Board.

• Recommended consent agenda placement for sole source purchase of four Genesis rescue systems from Rescue Systems Unlimited, LLC for $51,450.00 (2-0)
• Pulled SHIP Down Payment Assistance Funding Agreement renewal until June 1, 2021, meeting
• Recommended full Board discussion for Work Squad Agreement with Florida Department of Corrections for $57,497.00 (2-0)
• Recommended consent agenda placement for award of Bid No. 20/21-39 for three motor graders to Ring Power, Inc. for $449,274.00 (2-0)
• Recommended consent agenda placement for award of RFP #20/21-19 for CR 218 design-build to Anderson Columbia Co., Inc. for $17,353,024.03 (2-0)
• Recommended consent agenda placement for selection of GAI Consultants, Inc. for BTP CMAR Group 1 engineering services (2-0)
• Recommended consent agenda placement for park lease agreements with Clay County Soccer Club and Police Athletic League for $1.00/year each (2-0)
• Recommended consent agenda placement for authorization to submit three American Rescue Plan grant applications (2-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission approved a land development code change to allow RV and boat storage as a conditional use in Branan Field and Lake Asbury. They also approved increasing the maximum size allowed for accessory dwelling units. One future land use amendment was withdrawn.

• Approved adding RV and boat storage as a conditional use in Branan Field and Lake Asbury Master Plans
• Approved amending Land Development Code to allow accessory dwelling units up to 1,250 square feet or 40% of primary building size
• Withdrawn application to change 4,524 acres from AR and RR to PC

The Clay County Planning Commission approved a future land use amendment (CPA 2021-04) changing 5 acres at State Road 21 and County Road 315C from Agriculture/Residential to Commercial, and the companion rezoning (Z-21-01) from AR to BB-2, both by 8-0 votes. The commission also approved a land development code change (LDC 2021-02) updating conditional use requirements for RV and boat storage, including a 3-acre minimum site size, one access point, 20% open space, and opaque fencing requirements, also by an 8-0 vote. All decisions were unanimous with no public comments during hearings.

• Approved CPA 2021-04, amending Future Land Use Map for 5 acres from AR to Commercial (8-0)
• Approved rezoning Z-21-01 from AR to BB-2 for boat and RV storage (8-0)
• Approved LDC 2021-02, updating conditional use requirements for RV and boat storage (8-0)
• Approved April 6, 2021 meeting minutes (8-0)

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners met for a workshop to review the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The session focused on funding sources, current and proposed CIP tables, and capital projects related to the Comprehensive Plan and other county services.

• Review of Sales Surtax and 2nd Local Option Gas Tax funding
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan projects including Atlantis Drive and CR218 Extension
• Review of bond-funded projects such as CR209 and CR739B
• Review of non-comprehensive plan transportation items including CR224 and CR220
• Discussion of Parks & Recreation projects including Fleming Island Baseball Park and Omega Park

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop to review the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for fiscal years through 2026, hearing presentations from staff on funding sources, current and proposed project tables, and specific project categories. No formal votes or final decisions were taken; the meeting was for discussion and feedback, with staff to revise the CIP tables based on input. The board also heard public comment on an agenda publication error.

• No formal decisions or votes were made during the workshop.
• Staff to revise CIP tables based on board feedback.
• Discussed potential use of new federal funds (CARES Act, American Recovery Fund) for projects.
• Noted CR 218 Extension project came in $844,000 under budget.
• Discussed adding a safety net list of transportation projects if bond funds remain under budget.
• Discussed potential new animal shelter construction split across 2022-23 to 2023-24.
• Discussed potential stormwater study and pavement management program.
• Discussed potential use of $40,000 annual funds for Keystone Heights lakes project.

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss updates on solid waste, COVID-19, and the CARES Act. The body is deciding on a jail equipment purchase and several amendments to the Land Development Code regarding accessory dwellings and storage.

• Sole source purchase of $341,612.00 for jail flush valves and showerheads from Intelligent Conservation Systems, Inc.
• Proposed amendment to Land Development Code limiting accessory dwelling units to 40% of primary building size or 1,250 square feet
• Public hearing to add RV and Boat Storage as a conditional use in Branan Field and Lake Asbury Master Plan districts
• Public hearing on a request for a medical marijuana treatment center dispensing facility within 500 feet of a private school
• User agreement with YMCA of Florida's First Coast, Inc. for a summer camp at Camp Chowenwaw Park

The Board approved a request to allow a medical marijuana treatment center dispensing facility at 950 Blanding Boulevard, within 500 feet of a private school, by a 3-2 vote. The Board also approved a development agreement with Niagara Bottling for a larger facility, extended rental assistance to long-term hotel residents, and approved a $341,612 sole-source purchase for jail toilet and shower upgrades. The Board took no action on revisions to its Standing Rules.

• Approved medical marijuana dispensary within 500 ft of private school (3-2)
• Approved development agreement with Niagara Bottling (5-0)
• Approved adding extended-stay hotels to rental assistance program (5-0)
• Approved $341,612 sole-source purchase for jail fixtures (5-0)
• Approved YMCA summer camp user agreement at Camp Chowenwaw (5-0)
• Approved LDC amendment to allow RV and boat storage as conditional use (5-0)
• Approved LDC amendment to increase accessory dwelling unit size to 1,250 sq ft (5-0)
• Accepted resignations from Walter Kloss and Marina Mathews (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider two variance applications. These include a request for setback reductions in an RB zoning district and a request to reduce a rear yard setback in the Branan Field Rural Suburbs zoning district.

• Application BOA-21-07: Variance to setbacks for RB zoning district
• Application BOA 21-10: Variance to reduce rear yard setback from 30 ft. to 23 ft in Branan Field Rural Suburbs zoning district

The Board of Adjustment approved two variance requests, both by a 5-0 vote. The first allowed accessory structures to be placed 2 feet from the rear property line in an RB zoning district, despite staff recommending denial. The second reduced the rear setback from 30 feet to 23 feet in the Branan Field Rural Suburbs district for a screened room, also over staff's recommendation to deny.

• Approved variance BOA-21-07 to reduce accessory structure setback from 7.5 ft to 2 ft (5-0)
• Approved variance BOA-21-10 to reduce rear setback from 30 ft to 23 ft (5-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed eight agenda items, including a $341,612 jail toilet upgrade, a $849,040 fairgrounds renovation, and a $275,700 annual mosquito control contract. All items were recommended for placement on the April 27, 2021, full Board agenda, with most going to the consent agenda. No final approvals were made by the committee.

• Recommended jail flush valve and showerhead upgrade ($341,612) for full Board discussion (2-0)
• Recommended CDBG-DR home buyout amendment for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended CMAR contractor selection (Superior Construction) for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended fairgrounds exhibition hall renovation award ($849,040) for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended mosquito control agreement ($275,700/year) for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended TDC grant guideline changes for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended EVOK advertising amendment ($201,450) for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended YMCA summer camp agreement for full Board discussion (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing the current state of Animal Services. Discussions include the potential building of a new facility and proposed ordinances regarding pet shops, tethering, and dangerous animals.

• Update on current state of Animal Services
• Discussion on building a new facility
• Proposed ordinances for pet shop restrictions, tethering, dangerous/aggressive animals, and community cats
• Discussion on TNR Program

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop and gave consensus to move forward with proposed changes to animal ordinances, including adding nuisance and aggressive animal provisions, and to proceed with a new Animal Services facility design. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made by consensus. The Board also agreed to review a TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) program for community cats for the upcoming budget year.

• Consensus to move forward with proposed animal ordinance changes, including nuisance and aggressive animal provisions
• Consensus to move forward with community cat TNR program, to be reviewed for upcoming budget year
• Discussed new Animal Services facility design; no formal action taken

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board will consider several items including fire station renovation contracts, COVID-19 relief funding, and local housing assistance plans. Public hearings are scheduled regarding affordable housing ordinances and land development code changes.

• Fire Station 13 renovations: $83,643.00 to Gary S. Bailey, Inc.
• Fire Station 17 renovations: $134,000.00 to Anderson Restoration & Emergency Services, LLC
• Fire Station 23 renovations: $120,500.00 to STG Contracting Group, Inc.
• CARES Act Rental Assistance allocation of $51,399.00
• Coronavirus Relief Fund budget resolution of $5,797.00

The Board approved extending the CARES Act rental assistance application deadline to April 30, 2021, and expanding aid to 12 months of back rent and 3 months of future payments. It also selected Mosquito Control Services of Florida, LLC as the top-ranked company for the mosquito control program contract renewal. Several other items were approved, including fire station renovations, a lien reduction, and various resolutions.

• Approved extending rental assistance application deadline to April 30, 2021, and expanding to 12 months back rent and 3 months future payments (5-0)
• Selected Mosquito Control Services of Florida, LLC as top-ranked for mosquito control contract renewal (3-2 vote)
• Approved fire station renovation awards: Station 13 ($83,643), Station 17 ($134,000), Station 23 ($120,500) (5-0)
• Approved lien reduction for JA Management, LLC to $5,000 (5-0)
• Approved fee agreement with Birchfield & Humphrey for Bonded Transportation Program legal representation (5-0)
• Approved technical revisions to SHIP Program LHAP increasing maximum awards to $47,000 (5-0)
• Approved budget resolutions for Coronavirus Relief Fund ($5,797) and CARES Act Rental Assistance ($51,399) (5-0)
• Approved American Flood Coalition resolution and letter (5-0)

Standing Committee Meeting

The Standing Committee is holding a public hearing regarding MT Medical Florida, Inc. (d/b/a MEDTRUST) and its application to renew a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for ambulance service. The committee will make findings and provide a recommendation to the Board.

• Public hearing on MEDTRUST's application for renewal of Class B, C and D Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity
• Review of MedTrust operations at 1734 Kingsley Ave Unit 3, Orange Park, FL
• Review of MedTrust services at Baptist Clay Freestanding Emergency Department, 1771 Baptist Clay Drive, Fleming Island, FL
• Submission of a Hold Harmless and Indemnity Agreement dated March 19, 2021

The Standing Committee held a public hearing on MEDTRUST's application to renew its Class B, C, and D Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for ambulance service. Deputy Fire Chief Jason Boree recommended granting the renewal, noting MEDTRUST's primary role is private ambulance transport and that it also assists with 911 services when needed. After no public comments, the committee voted 2-0 to recommend placing the item on the Board's April 20, 2021 consent agenda. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended placing MEDTRUST's COPCN renewal on the April 20, 2021 consent agenda (vote 2-0).
• Opened and closed public comments with no comments received.
• Opened and closed the public hearing with no comments received.

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss changes to the Land Development Code. These include adding RV and boat storage as conditional uses in specific districts and increasing the maximum size of accessory dwelling units.

• Proposed Land Development Code change to add RV and boat storage in Branan Field and Lake Asbury Master Plans
• Proposed Land Development Code amendment to increase maximum square footage of Accessory Dwelling Units
• Withdrawn application to change 4,524 acres from AR and RR to PC

The Clay County Planning Commission approved a land development code change to allow RV and boat storage as a conditional use in certain districts of the Branan Field and Lake Asbury Master Plans, with a 6-1 vote. The commission also approved a staff-initiated amendment to increase the maximum allowable square footage of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to 40% of the primary building's gross square footage or 1,250 square feet, whichever is less, with an 8-0 vote. A proposed Future Land Use Map amendment for 4,524 acres was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved land development code change to add RV and boat storage as conditional use in Branan Field and Lake Asbury Master Plan districts (6-1)
• Approved amendment to increase maximum ADU square footage to 40% of primary building's gross square footage or 1,250 sq ft, whichever is less (8-0)
• Withdrawn: Future Land Use Map amendment to change 4,524 acres from AR and RR to PC
• Approved minutes of March 2, 2021 meeting (8-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is meeting to decide on several service contracts, infrastructure projects, and tourism grants. The body will consider extensions for homeless stabilization funding and awards for road resurfacing and park maintenance.

• Agreement with Connelly & Wicker, Inc. for SR23 frontage roads design not to exceed $247,907.57
• Mowing services for Clay County Parks with Eagle Lawn Care of NE Florida, Inc. estimated at $111,750.00 annually
• Grant agreement with Orange Park Mall, LLC for 'The Grove Project' not to exceed $125,000.00
• Grant of $75,000.00 to Airstream Ventures for Nitro Rally Cross event marketing
• 12-month extension of SHIP grant funding agreement with Mercy Support Services, Inc.

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed nine agenda items and voted 2-0 to recommend each for the April 13, 2021 County Board consent agenda. These items include contract extensions, a road design agreement, bids for asphalt and mowing services, and several tourism grants. The committee also received project updates from Public Works, Facilities, and Parks and Recreation.

• Recommended approval of a second extension to the Mercy Support Services agreement for SHIP grant funding through May 22, 2022.
• Recommended approval of a cooperative equipment loan agreement with FDACS/Florida Forest Service for firefighting equipment at no cost to the county.
• Recommended approval of a second amendment to the Atlantis Drive project agreement, replacing Exhibit A.
• Recommended approval of an agreement with Connelly & Wicker, Inc. for SR23 frontage roads design, not to exceed $247,907.57.
• Recommended approval of bid awards for continuous asphalt resurfacing to Hubbard Construction and Duval Asphalt Products.
• Recommended approval of bid award for mowing services to Eagle Lawn Care, with an estimated annual fee of $111,750.00.
• Recommended approval of a $125,000 TDC grant to Orange Park Mall for The Grove Project.
• Recommended approval of a $75,000 TDC grant to Airstream Ventures for the Nitro Rally Cross event.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to decide on several variance requests regarding setbacks, sign placement, and building buffers. The meeting includes continued items from February.

• BOA 21-04: Continued public hearing for a setback variance
• BOA-21-06: Variance request for an off-site freestanding sign at Section Street and Blanding Blvd
• BOA-21-07: Request to reduce accessory structure setbacks from 7.5' to 2' in RB zoning district
• BOA-21-08: Request to place an accessory structure in the front yard of a corner lot
• BOA-21-09: Request to reduce the buffer between a utility site and residential use from 30' to 10'

The Board of Adjustment approved a setback variance for a residential dwelling and accessory structure (BOA 21-04) by a 3-2 vote, and approved a variance to allow an accessory structure in a front yard on a corner lot (BOA 21-08) by a 4-1 vote. It also approved a variance to reduce the buffer between a utility site and residential use from 30 to 10 feet (BOA 21-09) by a 5-0 vote. The board denied a variance for an off-site freestanding sign (BOA-21-06) by a 5-0 vote. A variance to reduce accessory structure setbacks from 7.5 to 2 feet (BOA-21-07) was continued to the next meeting at the applicant's request.

• Approved BOA 21-04: setback variance from 50' to 30' from water's edge for a residential dwelling and accessory structure (3-2).
• Denied BOA-21-06: variance for off-site freestanding sign on Section Street and Blanding Blvd (5-0).
• Approved BOA-21-08: variance to place accessory structure in front yard on corner lot (4-1).
• Approved BOA-21-09: variance to reduce buffer between utility site and residential use from 30' to 10' (5-0).
• Continued BOA-21-07: variance to reduce accessory structure setback from 7.5' to 2' to next meeting for more detailed plans.
• Approved February 25, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0).

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council met to review budget updates, marketing reports, and upcoming grant requests. Key discussions included sports event funding, the status of the Penney Farms Museum, and a proposed feasibility study for the Clay County Fairgrounds.

• Airstream Ventures requested a $20,000 USA Cycling Grant and a $25,000 Paddleboard Grant
• Motion passed to move $100,000 from out-of-cycle grants to sports development
• UNF Research Study for Multi-Purpose Sports Complex listed at $20,400
• Clay County Fair feasibility study estimated at approximately $60,000

The Tourist Development Council approved a $75,000 grant from the product development budget to support the Nitro Rallycross event in December 2021, and also approved submitting an application to the Florida Sports Foundation for up to $150,000 in matching funds. The council also approved a 2% annual increase in the EVOK advertising contract for years two and three, and approved the minutes from the January 20, 2021 meeting with corrections.

• Approved $75,000 grant for Nitro Rallycross from product development budget (8-0)
• Approved application to Florida Sports Foundation for up to $150,000 for Nitro Rallycross (8-0)
• Approved 2% annual increase in EVOK contract for years two and three, with unused funds transferred to marketing budget (8-0)
• Approved January 20, 2021 meeting minutes with corrections (8-0)
• Agreed to put out an RFP for a new strategic plan

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several budget transfers, including funds for fire station remediation and COVID-19 overtime costs. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding the establishment of a new community development district and land use amendments.

• Budget transfer of $488,976 from General Fund Reserves and $162,992 from Fire Control MSTU Fund Reserves for fire station repairs
• Budget transfer of $90,000 to Public Safety for COVID-19 overtime costs
• Bid award to BrightView Landscape Services, Inc. for right-of-way and stormwater pond mowing
• Public hearing on the petition to establish the Anabelle Island Community Development District
• Donation of a surplus ambulance to the DeBary Volunteer Firemen's Association Inc.

The Board approved the establishment of the Anabelle Island Community Development District and the accompanying ordinance, allowing for a 344-home development at Russell Road and Sandridge Road. The Board also approved a budget transfer for fire station repairs, extended the mosquito control contract, and approved several other items including road agreements and a land development code change for amphitheaters.

• Approved establishment of Anabelle Island Community Development District (5-0)
• Approved ordinance creating Anabelle Island CDD (5-0)
• Approved $651,968 budget transfer for fire station remediation and repairs (5-0)
• Approved $90,000 budget transfer for COVID-19 overtime costs (5-0)
• Extended mosquito control contract through April 30, 2021; both companies to present April 13 (5-0)
• Approved right-of-way and stormwater pond mowing bid to BrightView Landscape Services (5-0)
• Approved interlocal agreements with CCUA for County Road 218 and Aquarius Concourse improvements (5-0)
• Approved amendment to school concurrency agreement with Bradley Creek Holdings (5-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing budget resolutions for CARES Act reimbursements and several service contracts. The body is deciding on awards for mosquito control, temporary staffing, and landscaping services.

• Budget resolution for $922,659 (Fine & Forfeiture Fund) and $381,561 (Law Enforcement MSTU Fund) for CARES Act reimbursements
• Three-year contract with Mosquito Control Services of Florida, LLC for $275,700 per year
• Three-year agreement with Diskriter, Inc., Stafflink, Inc., and FastTrack Staffing Solutions, LLC for temporary staffing with an estimated annual cost of $150,000
• Contract award to BrightView Landscape Services, Inc. for right-of-way and stormwater pond mowing from 4/1/2021 to 4/1/2024
• One-year renewal of Limerock Base bid with Liberty Trucking, LLC

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed seven agenda items and recommended that six be placed on the March 23, 2021 consent agenda, and one (Right-of-Way and Stormwater Pond Mowing) be placed on the full Board agenda for discussion. No final approvals were made; all recommendations carried 2-0. The items include CARES Act fund carryforward, mosquito control, temporary staffing, limerock base renewal, YMCA pool management extension, and AT&T service extension.

• Recommended placing CARES Act fund carryforward resolution on consent agenda (2-0).
• Recommended placing mosquito control RFP award to Mosquito Control Services of Florida, LLC on consent agenda (2-0).
• Recommended placing temporary staffing RFP award to three firms on consent agenda (2-0).
• Recommended placing limerock base renewal with Liberty Trucking, LLC on consent agenda (2-0).
• Recommended placing right-of-way and stormwater pond mowing bid award on full Board agenda (2-0).
• Recommended placing YMCA pool management extension on consent agenda (2-0).
• Recommended placing AT&T switched ethernet service extension on consent agenda (2-0).

Finance Meeting

The Finance Department is meeting to approve payments and financial requests. The body will also review documents for the record and equipment disposal, transfers, and acceptances.

• Approval of payments
• Approval of equipment disposal, transfer, and acceptance
• Review of financial requests and refunds

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several items including a request to modify the Clay County Sheriff's gun range design. The meeting includes discussions on bond-funded transportation programs, various subdivision maintenance acceptances, and multiple public hearings.

• Supplemental Agreement #3 for C.R.220 Widening Project: $172,338.74
• Issuance of Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds not to exceed $24,000,000
• Modification of the Clay County Sheriff's Gun Range design
• Public hearing for Land Development Code amendment regarding amphitheaters in BSC zoning
• Notice of Intent and Award for Paddleboard and Kayak Rental Stations to PADL, LLC

The Board approved moving forward with the design-build of a 200-yard gun range with 30 target positions for the Clay County Sheriff's Office, after hearing from staff, the Sheriff, and experts. The decision on the range's schedule and who will operate it was deferred for later discussion. The Board also approved a motion to allow staff to negotiate a contract with Jacobs Engineering for the Bonded Transportation Program, with the Chairman authorized to sign if the cost is under $2,996,720.

• Approved the design-build of the gun range at 200 yards with 30 target positions (5-0).
• Directed the County Manager to discuss range operation and scheduling with the Sheriff.
• Approved a motion to negotiate with Jacobs Engineering for CMAR #2, with the Chairman authorized to sign if under $2,996,720 (4-1).
• Approved reducing a lien on 515 Valderia Drive to $2,020.00 (4-1).
• Approved reducing a lien on 10 Mandrake Street to $0.00 (5-0).
• Approved renewing the Town of Orange Park's ambulance certificate for two years at the current terms (4-1).
• Approved the award of the paddleboard and kayak rental station agreement to PADL, LLC (5-0).
• Approved the consent agenda, including final plats for Oakleaf Village Parkway Phase 4 and Cross Creek Unit 2A (5-0).

Finance and Audit Meeting

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing a budget transfer to cover emergency salary and overtime costs. The body is also considering a contract for kayak rentals and the selection of engineering consultants for transportation projects.

• Proposed $1,600,000 budget transfer from reserves to Fire Control ($400,000) and EMS ($1,200,000) for COVID-19 costs
• Proposed award of RFP #20/21-7 to PADL, LLC for paddleboard and kayak rental stations at various county parks and boat ramps
• Selection of engineering design consultants for Bonded Transportation Program projects including CR 209, CR 220, and FCC CR 315
• PADL, LLC agreement providing the County a 20% share of total monthly gross revenue net sales tax

The Finance and Audit Committee voted 2-0 to place three items on the March 9, 2021 Board agenda: awarding RFP #20/21-7 for paddleboard and kayak rental stations to PADL, LLC; selecting the top-ranked firm for engineering services on three road projects; and a $1.6 million budget transfer from reserves for COVID-related overtime and salary costs. No public comments were received. The meeting adjourned at 3:24 pm.

• Recommended placing RFP #20/21-7 (PADL, LLC) award on the March 9 agenda for full Board discussion (carried 2-0).
• Recommended placing RFQ #20/21-14 (top four engineering firms) on the March 9 agenda with presentations (carried 2-0).
• Recommended placing the $1.6M budget transfer (Fire Control $400K, EMS $1.2M) on the March 9 consent agenda (carried 2-0).
• Opened and closed public comments with no comments received.

Standing Committee Meeting

The Standing Committee will hear an application from the Town of Orange Park to renew its Class E and F Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for emergency medical care and transportation. The Town is requesting an exemption to provide only one rescue unit instead of two, and is seeking to eliminate its annual compensation payment to the County.

• Public hearing on Town of Orange Park's Class E and F COPCN renewal
• Request for exemption from the requirement to operate two rescue units
• Proposal to eliminate the $258,000 annual compensation payment to Clay County

The Standing Committee held a public hearing on the Town of Orange Park's application to renew its Class E and F Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN) for ambulance service. The Town requested to continue operating with one rescue unit and to eliminate its annual $258,000 payment to the County. After discussion, the Committee voted 2-0 to place the item on the March 9, 2021 Board agenda for full discussion, making no final decision.

• Recommended the Board discuss the Orange Park COPCN renewal at its March 9, 2021 meeting.
• Vice-Chairman James Renninger made the motion, seconded by Chairman Betsy Condon, carried 2-0.
• Held a public hearing with no public comments.
• Heard concerns from Orange Park Town Manager Sarah Campbell about the financial terms of the agreement.

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission is holding public hearings to amend land use policies and the Land Development Code. Key discussions include adding institutional uses to urban infill criteria and allowing amphitheaters in BSC Zoning.

• Proposed amendment of 4,524 acres from AR and RR to PC (Planned Community) via CPA 2021-01 (requested deferral)
• Proposed amendment to FLU Policy 1.4.8 to add institutional uses and exempt certain parcels
• Proposed Land Development Code change to add amphitheater as a conditional use in BSC Zoning
• Approval of minutes from February 2, 2021

The Clay County Planning Commission approved a Land Development Code amendment adding amphitheater as a conditional use in BSC zoning, with a 7-1 vote (Commissioner Pete Davis dissenting). The commission also approved an amendment to FLU Policy 1.4.8 to add institutional uses and exempt certain parcels, and deferred a large land-use map amendment (4524 acres) to the April 6, 2021 meeting. Minutes from February 2, 2021, were approved 8-0.

• Approved minutes of February 2, 2021, 8-0.
• Approved FLU Policy 1.4.8 amendment to add institutional uses and exempt certain parcels, 8-0.
• Approved Land Development Code amendment to add amphitheater as conditional use in BSC zoning, 7-1 (Davis dissenting).
• Deferred CPA 2021-01 (4524 acres from AR/RR to PC) to April 6, 2021, 8-0.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider seven different variance applications. These requests involve setbacks for buildings and signs, accessory structure sizes, and site coverage for a mini-warehouse facility.

• BOA-20-21: Side setback reduction from 30' to 10' for a corner lot
• BOA-21-01: Side setback reduction from 5' to 0 for a shop
• BOA-21-02: Accessory structure size increase from 3000 sf to 4800 sf
• BOA-21-05: Building coverage increase from 40% to 50% for mini-warehouse facilities
• BOA-21-06: Off-site freestanding sign at Section Street and Blanding Blvd

The Board of Adjustment approved four variance requests, denied one, and continued one to a future meeting. Approved variances included setback reductions for accessory structures, an accessory structure size increase, and a garage placement in a front yard. A variance for a mini-warehouse lot coverage increase was denied. A sign variance was continued to the March 25, 2021 meeting.

• Approved variance BOA-20-21 for side setback reduction from 30' to 10' (5-0)
• Approved variance BOA-21-01 for side setback reduction to 1 foot off property line (5-0)
• Approved variance BOA-21-02 for accessory structure size increase to 4800 sq ft with landscape coverage condition (3-2)
• Approved variance BOA-21-03 for garage in front yard of lakefront property (4-1)
• Denied variance BOA-21-05 for 50% lot coverage for mini-warehouse (4-1)
• Continued variance BOA-21-06 for off-site sign to March 25, 2021 meeting

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several items including the extension and reinstatement of various park lease agreements. The agenda also includes multiple engineering service agreements for stormwater drainage design and public hearings regarding land use and rezoning.

• Extension of leases for Omega Park, Carl Pugh Community Park, Little Rain Lake Park, and Twin Lakes Soccer Park
• Reinstatement of lease agreements for Oakleaf, Paul C. Armstrong, Tanglewood, Walter Odum, Plantation Sports Complex, and Eagle Harbor Soccer Complex
• Engineering services for Greenwood Estates stormwater drainage design up to $83,127.00
• Engineering services for Knight Box Road @ CR220 stormwater drainage design up to $82,953.25
• Engineering services for Ridaught Landing stormwater drainage design up to $30,943.96

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is considering several grant applications for the Sheriff's Office and a $3.6 million fire emergency response grant. The body is also reviewing stormwater drainage design contracts and transportation program amendments.

• Authorization to apply for a $3,600,000 SAFER Grant for fire and emergency response
• Four stormwater drainage design contracts with Tocoi Engineering, LLC totaling $233,736.45
• Acceptance of a $54,076.00 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
• Mowing services contract award to J&D Maintenance & Services of North Florida, LLC
• JTA agreement amendment to expand the Magenta Line route to a new Veterans Clinic at $56,495.36

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed 15 agenda items, all recommended for placement on the February 23, 2021, Board consent agenda, except for the mowing services bid and four stormwater drainage design agreements, which were recommended for full Board discussion. No final approvals were made; the committee only made recommendations. The meeting also included informational updates on public works, facilities, and parks projects.

• Recommended CCSO grant applications for FY 21/22 for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended acceptance of FY2019 JAG grant of $54,076.00 for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended CCSO budget true-up resolution for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended FEMA project extension for Orange Park Sheriff Substation for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended mowing services bid award to J&D Maintenance for full Board discussion (2-0)
• Recommended code enforcement magistrate renewal for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended Knight Boat Ramp lease extension for consent agenda (2-0)
• Recommended four Tocoi Engineering drainage design agreements for full Board discussion (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss various five-year park lease agreements and a budget resolution for coronavirus vaccination administration. The meeting also includes public hearings on land development codes and comprehensive plan amendments.

• Budget Resolution of $185,000.00 for FEMA coronavirus vaccination administration
• Grant application for $455,900.00 for the FY2020 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program
• Product Development Grant of $125,000.00 to Orange Park Mall for The Grove Project
• Five-year lease agreements for multiple parks including Omega, Oakleaf, and Twin Lakes
• Public hearing to allow bottled beverage facilities in Branan Field Mixed Use

The Board approved a CARES Act rental assistance program funding 3 months of arrears for 1,000 families, authorized a $455,900 firefighter grant application, and gave consensus to consolidate 911 call-taking. It also approved a $125,000 grant for the Orange Park Mall amphitheater and tabled park lease changes for further review.

• Approved CARES rental assistance option 1: 3 months arrears for 1,000 families (5-0)
• Approved waiver for County Manager to approve software purchase up to $75,000 (5-0)
• Approved AFG grant application for $455,900 with $45,590 match (5-0)
• Approved $277,989.88 CDD bond payoff for 1845 Town Center Blvd (5-0)
• Approved business incentives for Project Belle (5-0)
• Approved $185,000 FEMA vaccination budget resolution (4-0)
• Approved $125,000 Product Development Grant to Orange Park Mall (5-0)
• Tabled park lease agreements for 3-month extension and further review

VAB

The Value Adjustment Board is meeting to certify the 2020 Personal Property and Real Property Ad Valorem Assessment Rolls. The board will also review a finance update regarding petition filing fees.

• Certification of 2020 Personal Property and Real Property Ad Valorem Assessment Rolls
• Finance update reporting 688 total petitions filed and $8,880.00 in filing fees collected
• Review of invoices submitted by Special Magistrates
• Approval of October 16, 2020, meeting minutes

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is reviewing several financial actions including grant requests for sports events and product development. It is also considering multiple park lease agreements and renewals for professional services.

• Sheriff's Office application for up to $50,000 in Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding
• $20,000 reimbursable grant for USA Cycling Amateur Road National Championship
• $25,000 reimbursable grant for Paddleboard National Championship
• $15,000 investment for Clay County Agricultural Fair Association Strategic Feasibility Study
• $125,000 Product Development Grant for Orange Park Mall's The Grove Project

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider several land use amendments and rezoning requests. The body will also discuss updating the Land Development Code and reorganizing the commission.

• CPA 2020-11: Amend 1.01 acres on SR 21 from Urban Core (10) to Commercial
• Rezoning Application Z-20-13: Change from AR to BB-3
• CPA 2021-01: Amend FLU Policy 1.4.1(11) and delete Policy 1.10.5
• Land Development Code amendment to add Bottling Beverages as a permitted use in BFMU
• Reorganization of the Planning Commission

The Clay County Planning Commission approved all four public hearing items: a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for a 1.01-acre parcel on SR 21 to support a Travelcamp RV dealership, a text amendment to the comprehensive plan regarding planned communities, and a land development code change to allow bottling beverages in the Branan Field Mixed Use district. The commission also reorganized, electing Ralph Puckhaber as Chair and Mary Bridgman as Vice-Chair. All votes were 8-0.

• Approved CPA 2020-11 to amend 1.01 acres on SR 21 from Urban Core to Commercial (8-0)
• Approved rezoning Z-20-13 from AR to BB-3 for the same parcel (8-0)
• Approved CPA 2021-01 to amend FLU Policy 1.4.1(11) and delete Policy 1.10.5 (8-0)
• Approved LDR amendment to add bottling beverages as a permitted use in BFMU (8-0)
• Elected Ralph Puckhaber as Chair and Mary Bridgman as Vice-Chair (8-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to hold public hearings on two variance applications. The requests involve reducing setbacks for a boat storage building and for townhomes in the Hawks Landing community.

• Application BOA-20-21: Request to reduce side setback from 30' to 10' for a boat accessory building at 4306 Seminole Street
• Application BOA-20-22: Request to reduce rear setback from 20' to 15' for remaining townhomes at Hawks Landing

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss COVID-19 and CARES Act funding updates. The body is deciding on several budget resolutions, mobility fee agreements, and land-use amendments.

• Budget resolution for $6,569,066 in CARES Act Rental Assistance for households unable to pay rent and utilities
• Authorization for a $200,000 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) application with a $20,000 county match
• Public hearing to change 21.3 acres from Rural Residential to Rural Fringe (CPA 2020-09)
• Approval of a $22,818 subgrant modification for Fire Rescue HazMat sustainment and maintenance
• Public hearing for an ordinance allowing all ages to enter the alcohol zone during the Northeast Florida Scottish Games and Festival

The Board approved two mobility fee credit agreements for the Black Sound and Bradley Creek developments, allowing developers to build roads in exchange for credits against future mobility fees. The Board also approved a lien reduction for a property in Melrose, increased cash drawers at the solid waste facility and libraries, and adopted several zoning and ordinance changes. All votes were recorded with specific tallies.

• Approved Black Sound mobility fee credit agreement (4-1)
• Approved Bradley Creek Holdings mobility fee credit agreement (5-0)
• Approved lien reduction to $0 for 7953 Sunnybrook Road, with $1,680 staff cost (4-1)
• Approved cash drawer increases for solid waste facility and libraries (5-0)
• Approved 2021 Transportation Project Priorities with reordering (5-0)
• Approved CARES Act rental assistance budget resolution of $6,569,066 (5-0)
• Approved ordinance allowing all-ages entry to alcohol zone at Scottish Games (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 21.3 acres from Rural Residential to Rural Fringe (5-0)

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is reviewing grant requests for sports events and the Orange Park Mall's The Grove project. The body is also discussing budget updates, bed tax collections, and the status of the Penney Farms Museum.

• Review of Product Development Grant application for Orange Park Mall's The Grove Project
• Grant requests from Airstream Ventures for USA Cycling and Paddleboard National Championship
• Correction of Moosehaven's American Pride 4th of July Event Grant to $8,000
• Strategic Plan request from the Clay County Agricultural Fair Association
• Report on 5-year history and analysis of bed tax collections

The Tourist Development Council approved several funding requests: a $20,000 USA Cycling grant with a 50% county match, a $25,000 paddleboard grant, a $15,000 cost-share for the Clay County Fair's feasibility study, and a $100,000 transfer to sports development. They also approved a product development grant for the Orange Park Mall's amphitheater project. All votes were unanimous (7-0 or 8-0).

• Approved $20,000 USA Cycling grant with 50% county match (8-0)
• Approved $25,000 Paddleboard National Championship grant (8-0)
• Approved $15,000 cost-share for Clay County Fair feasibility study (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 transfer to sports development (8-0)
• Approved product development grant for Orange Park Mall amphitheater (7-0)
• Approved December 2, 2020 minutes (7-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is considering several grant agreements for road and sidewalk improvements and a contract for elevator maintenance. They will also discuss an ordinance to amend the Capital Improvement Plan and authorize a firefighter grant application.

• Elevator repair and maintenance contract for Jacksonville Elevator Company at $19,764.00
• FDOT grant for sidewalk improvements on CR218 from Clay Hill Elementary to Taylor Road up to $578,234.00
• FDOT grant for intersection improvements at CR220 and Town Center Parkway up to $313,180.00
• Authorization for $200,000.00 Assistance to Firefighters Grant application with a $20,000.00 county match
• Cash drawer increases of $250.00 for Rosemary Hill Solid Waste Management and $50.00 for five public libraries

The Finance and Audit Committee voted 2-0 to recommend approval of three items for the Board's Jan. 26 consent agenda: an elevator repair and maintenance contract with Jacksonville Elevator Company ($19,764), and two FDOT grant agreements for sidewalk and intersection improvements (up to $578,234 and $313,180). All other items were pulled for full board discussion, including the firefighter grant application, EMS billing agreement, and cash drawer increases. No final decisions were made; the committee only made recommendations.

• Recommended approval of elevator repair contract with Jacksonville Elevator Company ($19,764) (2-0)
• Recommended approval of FDOT LAP grant for CR218 sidewalk improvements (up to $578,234) (2-0)
• Recommended approval of FDOT LAP grant for CR220 intersection improvements (up to $313,180) (2-0)
• Pulled AFG grant application for full board discussion
• Pulled EMS billing agreement with Change Healthcare for full board discussion
• Pulled Capital Improvement Plan ordinance amendment for full board discussion
• Pulled cash drawer increases for Rosemary Hill SWMF and libraries for full board discussion

Board of County Commissioners Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss CARES Act rental assistance and the location of a multipurpose youth sports complex. The body is also deciding on several contracts, budget amendments, and board appointments.

• Advance payment of $742,600.00 to Ten-8 Fire Equipment, Inc. for four Braun Express Plus Chevy Ambulances
• Award of $42,646.31 to TAW Power Systems, Inc. for preventative generator maintenance
• Reimbursable grant of $3,500.00 to Paddle Florida for the Inaugural Black Creek Festival
• Discussion of approximately $6.5 million in CARES Act emergency rental assistance
• Property purchase of 1845 Town Center Boulevard, Buildings 400, 500, and 600

The Board approved acceptance of $6.5 million in federal rental assistance funds, authorized the County Manager to sign related documents, and approved a $742,600 advance payment for four ambulances. A request for lien reduction was initially denied, then a negotiated half-fine settlement was approved 3-2. The youth sports complex location decision was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved $6.5M rental assistance acceptance and application (5-0)
• Approved $742,600 advance payment for four ambulances (5-0)
• Denied lien reduction for Westwind Real Estate (5-0), then approved half-fine settlement of $10,562.50 (3-2)
• Approved $42,646.31 generator maintenance bid to TAW Power Systems (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 1845 Town Center Boulevard buildings (5-0)
• Approved $3,500 grant to Paddle Florida for Black Creek Festival (5-0)
• Postponed youth sports complex location decision to next meeting
• Approved consent agenda including property donations and mortgage satisfactions (5-0)

Finance and Audit Meeting

The committee is reviewing several contracts for public safety equipment, facility maintenance, and park lease terminations. The body will also discuss amendments to the Capital Improvement Program and legislative priorities.

• Advance payment of $742,600.00 to Ten-8 Fire Equipment, Inc. for four Braun Express Plus Chevy Ambulances
• Agreement with Clay County Sheriff for inmate work crew supervision totaling $56,959.00
• Contract award to TAW Power Systems, Inc. for preventative generator maintenance at $42,646.31
• Lease termination notices for six county parks, including Oakleaf Community Park and Eagle Harbor Soccer Complex
• Reimbursable grant of $3,500.00 to Paddle Florida for the Black Creek Festival

The Finance and Audit Committee met and voted 2-0 to recommend approval of eight items for the Board's January 12, 2021 consent agenda, including a JAG grant letter, an inmate work crew MOA, a generator maintenance bid, a tree trimming renewal, a school retrofit contract extension, park lease terminations, a CDBG-DR resolution, and a budget true-up resolution. Four items were pulled for full Board discussion: generator maintenance, ambulance advance payment, Paddle Florida grant, and CIP amendments. No public comments were received.

• Recommended approval of FY 2019 JAG grant 51% letter (2-0)
• Recommended approval of inmate work crew MOA with Sheriff's Office, $56,959 (2-0)
• Pulled generator maintenance bid #20/21-4 for full Board discussion
• Recommended approval of tree trimming renewal with American Tree Surgeons (2-0)
• Pulled $742,600 advance payment for four ambulances for full Board discussion
• Recommended approval of Lake Asbury Junior High School retrofit contract extension to 3/31/2021 (2-0)
• Recommended approval of six park lease termination notices (2-0)
• Recommended approval of CDBG-DR voluntary home buyout resolution (2-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a rezoning application for a property on CR 315. The applicant seeks to change the zoning from Agricultural/Residential to Single-Family Residential to build 26 dwelling units.

• Public hearing for Rezoning Application Z-20-11 to change 21.3 acres at 1784 CR 315 from AR to RB
• Proposed construction of 26 single-family dwelling units by D. Anderson Developments Inc.

The Clay County Planning Commission approved rezoning application Z-20-11, changing 21.3 acres at 1784 CR 315 from AR (Agricultural/Residential) to RB (Single-Family Residential) for a proposed 26 single-family homes. The vote was 8-0. The applicant, D. Anderson Developments, Inc., stated no intention to build more than 26 lots, though staff noted the RB zoning could allow more. The minutes also include approval of the December 1, 2020, minutes and public comments on CARES Act funding and meeting call-in options.

• Approved rezoning Z-20-11 (AR to RB) for 21.3 acres at 1784 CR 315 (8-0)
• Approved December 1, 2020, Planning Commission minutes (8-0)