City offers workshops, individual consultation to residents seeking flood mitigation assistance

2022 Flood Mitigation Assistance application submittal will be compiled

On Monday, October 10, at 3:00pm, in coordination with its consultant Quality Engineering and Surveying (QES), the City of St. Augustine will offer a follow-up workshop for those resid...

City responds to frequently asked questions

The FAQs are listed below

In response to residents contacting the City of St. Augustine with common questions regarding recovery from Hurricane Ian, the city has posted a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) online at www.CityStAug.com.  In a...

City of St. Augustine hires contractor to expedite debris removal services

Debris must be separated, unobstructed in order to guarantee pickup

On Friday, October 7, 2022, the City of St. Augustine will have DRC Emergency Services on-site to start collecting storm materials from residential neighborhoods throughout the city in tho...

City water usage no longer restricted

Sewer service has returned to normal operations

The City of St. Augustine thanks residents for their efforts to speed recovery of the wastewater treatment system! Sewer service has returned to normal operations, so water usage is no longer restricted.

City ...

City Offices Reopen Monday, October 3

St. Augustine Municipal Marina open for business

Starting on Monday, October 3, the City of St. Augustine government offices will reopen for business.  The St. Augustine Municipal Marina is currently open.  The breakwater dock ha...

Fees suspended for city-owned parking

The City will suspend fees charged for parking at all city-metered areas, including on-street spaces and parking lots through the weekend. Regular enforcement will resume on Monday, October 3. 

Parking fees will also continued to be suspended at t...

Storm yard debris collection begins tomorrow, Saturday, October 1

Keep the roadways and access to debris clear to speed up recovery process

Storm yard debris collection begins tomorrow, Saturday, October 1 in residential areas most heavily impacted by Hurricane Ian. Residents are urged to place yard debris curbside to al...

City asks residents to reduce water usage

September 30, 2022

Limit the use of water to relieve stress on sewer system  

The City of St. Augustine is asking residents to assist its efforts by using and discharging as little water as possible to reduce the amount of wastewater enter...

City building officials on front line of damage assessment

September 30, 2022

Suggestions for residents in the recovery process

The St. Augustine Planning and Building Department is conducting door-to-door assessments to catalogue property damage to homes and businesses as a necessary first step in securing state a...

IAN RECOVERY: Separate debris after the storm

September 30, 2022

Three debris piles: yard waste, construction/demolition, and white goods

As residents begin recovery efforts from the impacts of Hurricane Ian, the first steps will be to clear yard debris, remove damaged home construction materials, and ...

Residents urged to prepare for Irma-like storm conditions, flooding

September 27, 2022

Evacuation order goes into effect Wednesday at 6am

In preparation for the impact of Hurricane Ian this week, the City of St. Augustine is urging residents to prepare for flooding that is expected to exceed between three to five feet above...

Hurricane Ian

September 26, 2022, 5:45pm

City initiates preparations for Hurricane Ian, offering sandbags and free parking

Residents should prepare for impacts similar to Hurricane Irma

As the City of St. Augustine shifts its operations into storm preparedness mode, city ...

Commission to hold public hearing for adoption of Mobility Oriented Development land use category

Includes review of new zoning district to promote mobility initiatives

On Monday, September 26, 2022, at the regularly scheduled City Commission meeting, two ordinances will come before the commission for second reading that would create a new land use cat...

St. Augustine City Commission supports creation of St. Johns County Public Housing Authority

Resolution 2022-31 submitted to St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners and County Administrator

At the September 12 St. Augustine City Commission Meeting, the Commission unanimously passed resolution 2022-31, supporting the creation of St. Johns Co...

City civic boards join to review architectural guidelines

UPDATE - Please be advised that the discussion of the proposed amendments to the Cathedral Place PUD has been withdrawn from this meeting’s agenda by the applicant.  See the updated content below:

Historic Architectural Review Board and ...

City Commission to consider Comprehensive Plan amendment and new zoning district to promote mobility

Mobility Oriented Development (MOD), higher density use, and transportation alternatives will be discussed

On Monday, September 26, 2022, at the regularly scheduled City Commission meeting, an amendment to the City’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan will ...

City Fire prepares for 9/11 Ceremony of Remembrance

Families of survivors and first responders to be honored

On Sunday, September 11, 2022, the City of St. Augustine will continue its annual tradition of holding a Ceremony of Remembrance, in honor of those who died in the terrorist attacks on September 11, ...

City offices closed on Monday, September 5 in observance of Labor Day holiday

No change in solid waste schedule

Offices for the City of St. Augustine will be closed on Monday, September 5, 2022, in observance of the Labor Day holiday, but solid waste collections will remain on their regular schedule.

Parking in city-owned parking lot...

City to recognize Gregory B. White, Sr. with Order of La Florida Award

Presentation ceremony set for Monday, September 12 at 4:30pm

On Monday, September 12, 2022, at 4:30pm in The Alcazar Room of City Hall, the City of St. Augustine City Commission will recognize Gregory B. “Greg” White Sr., presenting him...

City offers workshops, individual consultation to residents seeking flood mitigation assistance

Open house also offered for contractors

The City of St. Augustine will offer several open house workshops with Quality Engineering and Surveying, LLC (QES), a consultant hired to provide Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) counseling to residents a...

City Commission will hold special budget meetings next Thursday

CRA budget to be reviewed at 8:15am, city’s budget at 9:00am

On Thursday, August 18, starting at 8:15am, the commission, in its capacity as the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), will consider the proposed 2023 budget for the CRA.  Th...

Help us celebrate #CityStAugSelfie day!

City Hall Selfie Day is Monday, August 15, 2022

The City of St. Augustine, in cooperation with the Florida League of Cities and Engaging Local Government Leaders Network, is participating in City Hall Selfie Day on Monday, August 15, 2022. The day serves a...

City of St. Augustine is accepting applications for Poet Laureate

Volunteer position will contribute to arts and culture representing the City

On Monday, June 27, 2022, the City Commission adopted Resolution 2022-18, establishing the Poet Laureate Program.  The Poet Laureate serves as a herald for poets and thei...

City seeks public input for Historic Downtown Community Redevelopment Area

Public workshop scheduled for Thursday, July 28

On Thursday, July 28, starting at 2:00pm until 7:00pm, the City of St. Augustine will host an open-house style public workshop to discuss the current status of the Historic Area Community Redevelopment Area (...

Historic Downtown Parking Facility Construction Rehabilitation Project

Expect partial facility closure

Beginning Monday, July 18, 2022 and continuing through the end of October, the Historic Downtown Parking Facility (HDPF) will undergo a construction rehabilitation project focusing on the second floor. During this time, port...

City launches pilot payment programs at downtown parking garage

ParkStAug mobile app and parking kiosks will be available

The City of St. Augustine will launch a pilot program at the Historic Downtown Parking Facility beginning on Monday, July 18, which will provide those who wish to park in the parking garage the opti...

City’s Community Redevelopment Agency awarded over $800K for institutional rehabilitation project

Fountain of Youth Elks Lodge in Lincolnville to undergo major renovations

The City of St. Augustine Community Redevelopment Agency has been awarded $891,932 through the Florida African American Cultural and Historical Grants program for the funding of the ...

City honors former Commissioners, Vice Mayors

American flag at City Hall will be flown in their honor

On Monday, July 11 and on Tuesday, July 12, the City of St. Augustine will fly the American flag in honor of two former City Commissioners, Errol Jones and Raymond Connor, respectively.

This is part of...

City offices closed on Monday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day holiday

No change in solid waste schedule

Offices for the City of St. Augustine will be closed on Monday, July 4, 2022, in observance of the Independence Day holiday, but solid waste collections will remain on their regular schedule.

Parking in city-owned parking l...

Free Park & Ride Shuttle returns for Fireworks over the Matanzas

Service on Anastasia Island starts at 6:00pm on Monday, July 4

The free park and ride shuttle on Anastasia Island, provided by the city with support from Old Town Trolley Tours and Ripley’s Red Train Tours will be avail...

Sound the Alarm - Save a Life!

Red Cross, St. Augustine Fire Department, and St. Johns County Fire Rescue join forces for smoke alarm installation event

On Saturday, June 25, the American Red Cross will bring the Sound the Alarm program to West Augustine. With support from the St. Augus...

City offices closed on Monday, June 20 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday

Parking in City–owned lots and on–street parking free on Sunday, June 19

Offices for the City of St. Augustine will be closed on Monday, June 20, 2022, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday, but solid waste collections will remain on ...

Pomar Dog Park temporarily closed

Sod laying scheduled

Due to the laying of sod at Pomar Dog Park, located at 1600 Masters Dr, the park will be closed for approximately two weeks, beginning Friday, June 3. The City thanks the public for their patience as we work to make improvements to the...

Planning for City’s annual Independence Day celebration is underway

Entertainment, shuttles return

Fireworks Over the Matanzas, the City of St. Augustine’s annual Independence Day celebration, returns Monday, July 4, starting at 6:00pm with The All-Star Orchestra performing a two-hour concert in The Plaza de la Constitució...

Tree Canopy Enhancement Program returns

On Wednesday, June 1, the City of St. Augustine will launch its second annual Tree Canopy Enhancement Program, allowing homeowners located within City limits to request a tree, provided free of charge by the City, to be planted within the right-of-way adj...

City offices closed on Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day holiday

No change in solid waste collections schedule

Offices for the City of St. Augustine will be closed on Monday, May 30, 2022, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday, but solid waste collections will remain on their regular schedule.

Parking in city-owned p...

City prepares for Project S.W.I.N.G repairs and reconstruction

Contractor, funding in place to begin work

The City of St. Augustine announced DiMare Construction has been contracted to reconstruct its beloved iconic playground, Project S.W.I.N.G (St. Augustine’s Wish for Its Next Generation).

The southern por...

Solid Waste collections prioritize trash pick-up

Recycling and yard debris pick-up anticipated to resume regular schedule next week

The City of St. Augustine’s Solid Waste Division has been working tirelessly to catch up on missed collections throughout the city.  In order to keep tras...

Sanitary sewer manhole rehabilitation begins Monday, May 23

Process is critical to infrastructure maintenance and repair

Starting on Monday, May 23 and continuing through Friday, September 30, sanitary sewer manhole rehabilitation will take place throughout the City. The rehabilitations are part of the city gravity...

Mobility Fee goes into effect Tuesday, May 17

One-time fee will be applied to building activities that impact use and infrastructure

On Tuesday, May 17, the Mobility Fee, as defined in the Transportation and Mobility Element of the Comprehensive Plan and approved as an ordinance on February 14, will g...

City offers workshops to residents, contractors for upcoming 2022 FEMA grant program

Flood Mitigation Assistance Program requirements, deadlines to be discussed

The City of St. Augustine will offer several open house workshops with Quality Engineering and Surveying, LLC, (QES), to provide Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) guidance to resid...

Margo Cox Pope to receive the Adelaide Sanchez Award

Committed journalist dedicated to arts, culture, and history to be recognized

On Monday, May 23, 2022, the St. Augustine City Commission will present the 2022 Adelaide Sanchez Award for Historic Education and Interpretation to Margo Cox Pope duri...

Galimore Community Pool summer schedule announced

Season opens starting on Friday, May 27 at 1:00pm

On Friday, May 27, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm, the Galimore Community Pool will open its doors to kick off the 2022 summer swim season, and on Saturday, May 28, the pool will open for its regular hours of operat...

City’s Solid Waste services delayed

Yard debris pick-up temporarily suspended

On Monday, May 2, the City of St. Augustine Solid Waste Division experienced delays in residential and some commercial trash service due to unforeseen staff shortages as well as equipment malfunctions.  Th...

Concerts in the Plaza summer series line-up announced

Returning favorites and new performers added

The City of St. Augustine is proud to announce Concerts in the Plaza, St. Augustine’s free summer-long music series, will return to the Plaza de la Constitución on Thursday, June 2 with many...

Environmental Program Coordinator recognized by Florida Water Environment Association

Glabra Skipp receives Albert B. Herndon Award

On Tuesday, April 26, 2022, City of St. Augustine Environmental Program Coordinator Glabra Skipp was presented the 2021 Albert B. Herndon Award by the Florida Water Environment Association in recognition for he...

City extends metered parking hours for parking lot at Castillo de San Marcos

Days of enforcement remains seven days

Beginning Monday, May 2, 2022, the hours of metered parking enforcement will be extended to 9:00pm, seven days a week.  Currently, parking enforcement hours are from 8:00am to 5:00pm, seven days a week.

City p...

City honors Gudrun Hall, recipient of 2016 de Aviles Award

Flag at City Hall will be lowered to half-staff on Saturday, April 23

On Saturday, April 23, at 8:00am, the City of St. Augustine will lower the American flag to half-staff in honor of 2016 de Aviles Award recipient Gudrun Hall, who passed away on April 6,...

Traffic Alert: St. Augustine Easter Parade

Free shuttle will operate with extended hours on Saturday, April 16, from 8am - 11pm

On Saturday, April 16, beginning at 8:00am until approximately 11:30am, the St. Augustine Easter Parade will necessitate parking restrictions, road closures, and detours.

T...

2022 Tourism Employee of the Year Award

St. Augustine & St. Johns County Visitor Information Center staff among winners

Each year, the St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra and the Beaches Visitor and Convention Bureau recognizes outstanding employees in the county’s largest industry, tourism...

SJC high school seniors to receive Citizenship Awards

Presentations will be made at Commission’s April 25 meeting at 5:00pm

On Monday, April 25, 2022, the St. Augustine City Commission will recognize St. Johns County high schools graduating seniors for their leadership and service to school, community, and to...

FDOT schedules public meeting for King Street Bridge Replacement Project

Virtual and In-Person Hearings scheduled for April 20 and 21

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has scheduled a Hybrid Public Hearing for Wednesday, April 20 and Thursday, April 21, to discuss the transfer of jurisdiction of State Road 5A from...

Committee meeting scheduled to select Fish Island Preserve logo

The public is invited to attend and offer input

On Wednesday, May 4, at 5:00pm, in The Alcazar Room of City Hall, located at 75 King St, a staff-appointed Fish Island Logo Committee will meet to discuss re-design options and make a final selection for the ...

City offices closed Friday, April 15

Solid waste collections remain on schedule, parking rules enforced

City offices will be closed on Friday, April 15, in observance of Good Friday, but solid waste collections will continue as scheduled. For questions about solid waste services, call the Sol...

Vice Mayor Nancy Sikes-Kline Honored with 2022 Home Rule Hero Award

Award recognizes advocacy efforts during the 2022 Legislative Session

The City of St. Augustine’s Vice Mayor Nancy Sikes-Kline has been selected by the Florida League of Cities (FLC) for the fifth consecutive year as a Home Rule Hero for her hard...

Document shredding, used oil and electronics disposal offered at community recycle event

Event scheduled for Friday, April 22 in celebration of Earth Day

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City Commission Special Workshop scheduled to discuss resilience programs and priorities

Projects for $26.5M in federal grant funds, Army Corps of Engineering study to be discussed

On Monday, March 28, at 3:00pm, the St. Augustine City Commission will meet to discuss priorities for the $26.5M in federal grant funds awarded for seven resilience...

Free Park and Ride Shuttle to operate Saturday and Sunday, March 26 - 27

Expect increased traffic throughout the weekend due to the St. Augustine Lions Club Spring Festival

Traffic in the vicinity of Francis Field is likely to be congested this weekend, Friday-Sunday, March 25 – 27, due to the Annual St. Augustine Lio...

City launches Pilot Residential Composting Program

Residents can apply for a free compost bin starting Friday, March 18

The City of St. Augustine is launching a new sustainability initiative to encourage residents to reduce their environmental impact by composting food waste.  Through the City’s n...

St. Patrick Day Parade traffic information

Parade set for, Saturday, March 12 at 10:00am; Free Park & Ride Shuttle starts running at 8:00am

The St. Augustine Celtic Music and Heritage Festival's annual St. Patrick Day Parade will necessitate some street closures and traffic detours in ...

Spring Shuttle returns for festival season and busiest weekends

Spring Shuttle returns for festival season and busiest weekends

The City of St. Augustine’s popular weekend festival season returns with free park and ride shuttle service every Saturday, beginning tomorrow, March 5 and continuing through Saturday, April 1...

Bike Week in Daytona Beach brings increased motorcycle traffic to downtown

City creates dedicated parking spaces, fees remain in place

The City of St. Augustine will designate parking spaces for motorcycles along Cathedral Pl. between Charlotte St. and St. George St., starting no later than Thursday, March 10 through Sunday, Marc...

Committee meeting scheduled to discuss Fish Island Preserve logo

The public is invited to attend and offer input

On Thursday, March 10 at 5:00pm, in The Alcazar Room of City Hall, located at 75 King St, a staff-appointed Fish Island Logo Committee will meet to discuss logo choices for Fish Island Preserve. The public is...

City Commission Special Workshop scheduled to discuss American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) priorities

Projects, programs eligible for use of funds to be discussed

On Monday, February 28, at 4:00pm, the St. Augustine City Commission will meet to discuss spending priorities and determine eligible projects for the $7.7M American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding...

Presidents’ Day holiday schedule

City offices closed, no change in solid waste schedule

Offices for the City of St. Augustine will be closed on Monday, February 21 in observance of the Presidents Day holiday, but solid waste collections will remain on their regular schedule.

Parking in cit...

City Commission to hear first reading of Mobility Plan Ordinance

Mobility Fee would go into effect May 17

On Monday, February 14, during the regularly scheduled City Commission meeting, Planning and Building Director Amy Skinner will present a proposed ordinance that, once approved, would go into effect on May 17, 2022,...

City marks birth of founder Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles

Annual ceremony includes reenactors and dedication of wreath

On Tuesday, February 15 at 11:00am, the City of St. Augustine will mark Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles’ 503rd birthday with a brief wreath-laying ceremony at the base of his statue in front of City...

City names 2022 de Avilés Award recipients

Maria and Robert Alvarez, living history interpreters, recognized

On Monday, February 14, 2022, the St. Augustine City Commission will honor Maria “Ria” and Robert “Bob” Alvarez with one of the city's highes...

City Commission to review and approve Waterworks Building lease

St. Johns Cultural Council will operate as a community center

At their January 10, 2022, meeting, the City Commission directed staff to finalize the terms of a lease with the St. Johns Cultural Council, Inc., and to make the document publicly available. &a...

Planning and Zoning Board Special Meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 27

Mobility Planning and Mobility Fee Ordinance to be discussed

The City of St. Augustine Planning and Zoning Board will convene on Thursday, January 27, from 9:00am to 11:00am, to discuss the proposed Mobility Plan and make a recommendation to the City Commi...

City Commission Special Workshop scheduled to discuss Affordable Housing

On Monday, January 24, at 3:00pm, the St. Augustine City Commission will meet to discuss affordable workforce housing with special presentations from David Birchim, Assistant City Manager, Shannon Nazworth, President and CEO of Ability Housing, Victor Ram...

Annual Arbor Day Ceremony to be held at Coquina Park

Saplings giveaway includes Live Oak, Magnolia, and Loquat

The City of St. Augustine’s Annual Arbor Day Ceremony will take place at 11:00am on Friday, January 21, 2022, at Coquina Park, located in the South Davis Shores neighborhood at 91 Coquina ...

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday schedule

City offices closed, no change in solid waste schedule

Offices for the City of St. Augustine will be closed on Monday, January 17, 2022 in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, but solid waste collections will remain on their regular sched...

Fire Safety Inspector Abby Pedigo named Fire Marshal

St. Augustine Fire Chief Carlos Aviles announced today that Fire Safety Inspector Abby Pedigo has been selected as the next Fire Marshal to succeed retiring Fire Marshal Robert “Bob” Growick, effective Wednesday, February 23, 2022.

A St...

City Fire Prevention Division Chief Robert “Bob” Growick announces retirement

Completes career named 2020 Fire Marshal of the Year by Florida Fire Chief Association

Fire Prevention Division Chief Robert “Bob” Growick announced his retirement from the St. Augustine Fire Department, but not without Fire Chief Carlo...

City seeks public input for Fish Island Preserve logo design

Deadline for suggestions is Tuesday, January 11

The City of St. Augustine is seeking public input on a logo design recommendation for Fish Island Preserve.  Those interested in offering design ideas, concepts, color suggestions, thematic recommend...

City announces David Birchim as Assistant City Manager responsible for strategic initiatives

Planning and Building Deputy Director Amy Skinner promoted to Director

The City of St. Augustine is proud to announce that a new assistant city manager position responsible for the City Commission’s large-scale, long-term strategic initiatives wi...

City Offices Closed in Observance of Holidays

Solid waste collection will remain on schedule

Offices for the City of St. Augustine will be closed Thursday and Friday, December 23 - 24, and on Friday, December 31, in observance of the Christmas and New Year's Day holidays.

Parking in city-owned...

Storm yard debris collection begins tomorrow, Saturday, October 1

Keep the roadways and access to debris clear to speed up recovery process

Storm yard debris collection begins tomorrow, Saturday, October 1 in residential areas most heavily impacted by Hurricane Ian. Residents are urged to place yard debris curbside to al...

City asks residents to reduce water usage

September 30, 2022

Limit the use of water to relieve stress on sewer system  

The City of St. Augustine is asking residents to assist its efforts by using and discharging as little water as possible to reduce the amount of wastewater enter...

City building officials on front line of damage assessment

September 30, 2022

Suggestions for residents in the recovery process

The St. Augustine Planning and Building Department is conducting door-to-door assessments to catalogue property damage to homes and businesses as a necessary first step in securing state a...

IAN RECOVERY: Separate debris after the storm

September 30, 2022

Three debris piles: yard waste, construction/demolition, and white goods

As residents begin recovery efforts from the impacts of Hurricane Ian, the first steps will be to clear yard debris, remove damaged home construction materials, and ...

Residents urged to prepare for Irma-like storm conditions, flooding

September 27, 2022

Evacuation order goes into effect Wednesday at 6am

In preparation for the impact of Hurricane Ian this week, the City of St. Augustine is urging residents to prepare for flooding that is expected to exceed between three to five feet above...

Hurricane Ian

September 26, 2022, 5:45pm

City initiates preparations for Hurricane Ian, offering sandbags and free parking

Residents should prepare for impacts similar to Hurricane Irma

As the City of St. Augustine shifts its operations into storm preparedness mode, city ...