A New Smyrna Beach woman has contacted Gordie Wilson, Superintendent of Fort Matanzas National Monument, and members of the St Johns County Commission, warning them against any action that would restore driving on the beach — and, this woman is one to watch.
Governor Rick Scott announced to Historic City News today that he has appointed St Johns County Judge Wendy W Berger, of St. Augustine, to the 5th District Court of Appeals to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge David A Monaco.
When the St Johns County commission met in public session this morning, they heard comments from residents, pro and con, regarding the National Park Service’ plan for future management of Fort Matanzas National Monument; including driving on beaches between the ramp and southern point at the Matanzas Inlet.
With former commissioner Mark Miner officially out-of-office, on leave by the governor since August 10, 2012, Historic City News has learned that it is possible that a request by the county administrator may expedite the commencement of commissioner-elect Bill McClure’s term in office.
The Draft General Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement for Fort Matanzas National Monument will be reviewed before the St Johns County Commission on Tuesday morning for a review according to the agenda received by Historic City News last week.
St Johns County Clerk of Court Cheryl Strickland received good news yesterday after a legislative panel approved an additional $29.5 million in funding for Florida’s Clerks of Court, undoing a budget cut that had already caused layoffs and delays at offices across the state.
In September, Historic City News readers will have their first opportunity to comment during public hearings, however, an informal workshop was held this morning in order for commissioners to review the proposed 2012-2013 budget for the City of St Augustine.
All of St Johns County’s five constitutional officers were re-elected for another four-year term, without opposition; however, here, and elsewhere around Florida, that was not necessarily the case as an “anti-incumbent” movement has some political consultants scratching their heads.
