Phase 3 Re-opening leads to changes in City policy on face coverings

Health and safety remain paramount 

The City of St. Augustine continues to encourage all residents and visitors to wear face coverings, practice social distancing, and wash their hands; however, in accordance with &n...

City of St. Augustine to Resume In-Person Public Meetings

Planning and Zoning Board (PZB) Meeting debuts October 6

At this time, Governor DeSantis’ order allowing for public meetings to be held utilizing communications media technology (CMT) is set to expire at 12:01 a.m. on October 1, 2020.  In anticipa...

Concerts in the Plaza 30th Anniversary season cancelled

Public health and safety continue to be highest priority

As positive cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) continue to rise in St. Johns County, and in an effort to minimize the risk of people gathering in crowds without the ability to safely social distance, th...

City Hall will close to help minimize community spread of virus

Administrative Order 2020-12 goes into effect Thursday, business will continue online

With positive cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) on the rise in St. Johns County and in an effort to slow the spread of the virus, the City of St. Augustine issued Administr...

City Commission passes resolution mandating face coverings indoors

On Friday, June 26, in an emergency meeting called by City Manager John Regan, the City of St. Augustine City Commission passed a resolution mandating that face coverings be worn indoors and when social distancing is not possible.  Citing recent ...

Emergency City Commission meeting scheduled to address face mask policy

Emergency City Commission meeting scheduled to address facemask policy

Rising statistics in COVID-19 cases creates need for local action

In response to the rapid increase of COVID-19 cases in the State of Florida and in St. Johns county, and based on recomm...

City begins gradual return to normal operations on June 1

City Hall, customer service re-opens to public, parking fees and enforcement resumes

City Hall will re-open its doors to the public on Monday, June 1, starting at 8:00am and resume regular business hours, closing at 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. Customer ...

City relays recent regulatory interpretation

Microbreweries and tattoo parlors impacted

Pursuant to recent Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) interpretations, microbreweries and tattoo parlors are permitted to operate as follows:

Microbreweries that partner with a food truck, an...

City coordinates distribution of masks to local businesses

Keeping owners, staff and customers protected is first priority

In an effort to assist local businesses in their ability to safely open and operate, the City of St. Augustine will make available face masks for purchase starting today,

With a minimum order o...

City allows temporary use of parking lots for outdoor seating

Effective immediately, expires in thirty days or per superseding order from governor

Effective immediately and for a period of thirty days, licensed restaurants may reduce their parking area to create temporary outdoor dining, and licensed restaurants with...

City will follow governor's directive for re-opening

Local administrative orders superseded

On Monday, May 4, in accordance with Governor DeSantis’ Executive Order 20-112 outlining Florida’s plan for recovery, the City of St. Augustine, will begin a phased reopening in collaboration with ...

City Commission will convene during COVID-19 crisis

Public will have options for public comment via email, telephone, online viewing

Pursuant to the Charter of the City of St. Augustine and Resolution 2019-21, an Emergency Meeting of the City of St. Augustine City Commission will be held on MONDAY, APRIL 13...

City announces pilot project for monitoring community health

Innovative thermometer technology provides real-time data

The City of St. Augustine, in collaboration with Kinsa, Inc., is developing a pilot project to provide real-time temperature data that will enable public health officials to monitor, predict, and re...

Current restrictions and guidelines extended

City of St. Augustine executes Administrative Order 2020-06

The City of St. Augustine has executed Administrative Order 2020-06, to extend current restrictions and guidelines through May 8, 2020, which is consistent with the Governor’s Executive ...

City offices closed to the public starting Monday, March 23

City makes decision to further protect community from threat of Coronavirus (COVID-19)

In light of the current pandemic situation, City of St. Augustine offices will be closed to the public beginning Monday, March 23, 2020.  This closure will not ...

Toilet paper alternatives not necessarily flushable

Solid Waste collections remain on schedule

While festivals and public meetings have been temporarily put on hold, the City of St. Augustine Solid Waste collections will continue normal operations. Pickup of residential and commercial trash, recycling, and ...

City executes administrative order to cancel festivals

Community health and welfare is highest priority

In an abundance of caution and based on the recommendations of the Governor’s office and the Florida Department of Health, the City of St. Augustine has executed an administrative order relating to...

City is monitoring Coronavirus, following best practices to prevent spreading germs

City Manager John Regan offers a status report to City Commission

The following information was presented to the City Commission on Monday, March 9, 2020, by City Manager John Regan:

As we continue to monitor the development of Coronavirus, Fire Chief Carlo...

City offers clarification on recent decisions

City Manager John Regan offers an update to the community

This is the transcript of City Manager John Regan’s community update video regarding Coronavirus, posted on Facebook on Tuesday, March 17, 2020.

Hello, and thank you for joining me, I&r...

City executes administrative orders, keeping public health and welfare as highest priority

Administrative orders executed for public meetings, community businesses

Public meetings cancelled through end of March

In an abundance of caution and based on the recommendations of the Governor’s office the City of St. Augustine has executed an ...

City of St. Augustine takes steps to minimize exposure to threat of COVID-19

Public meetings for essential municipal matters, utility cutoffs suspended temporarily

As the threat of Coronavirus (COVID-19) incidents impact our community, the City of St. Augustine is continuing its efforts to curb the threat of the spread of Coronavir...

Chief Fox will retire to take on role of Code Enforcement Manager

Continuing to serve and protect residents, enjoy family are key factors 

St. Augustine Police Chief Barry Fox will take on the role of Code Enforcement Manager as part of his transition plan for retirement as Chief, which is Friday, April 30, 2021...

Police Chief offers update to City Commission

Decreased crime, homeless outreach, accreditation, and body cameras coming soon

At Monday’s City Commission meeting, Augustine Police Chief Barry Fox provided an update on important initiatives currently underway at the Police Department.

While th...

City Receives Executed Lease Agreement for Fish Island Preserve

Next step: construct temporary parking

The City of St. Augustine has received an executed lease agreement for Fish Island Preserve from the state of Florida. This means that the City is now officially the manager of the property, granting the City full res...

Smoke tests, manhole inspections begin October 19

Process is critical to infrastructure maintenance

Starting on Monday, October 19, and continuing through Friday, October 30, the city’s Public Works Department will inspect manholes in several areas in the city as part of sanitary sewer collectio...

Apply to serve on the Building Code Advisory Committee

Applications being accepted through October 28

On October 12, 2020, the City Commission endorsed a program to update the city’s flood mitigation code, building code and zoning code as they relate to flood protection, starting with appointing a five-member ...

Short Term Rental Ordinance goes into effect

City launches website for easier registration process

The City of St. Augustine City Commission passed Resolution 2020-27, adopting a fee schedule regarding short term vacation rentals within the city limits.  The components of the resolution incl...

City solicits input for naming of Conservation Park Land at Lighthouse Park

Online survey available for two weeks

The City of St. Augustine is soliciting suggestions for the naming of the conservation area in Lighthouse Park, south of Santa Monica Avenue, for Maria Andreu, the first female lighthouse keeper.  This propert...

Phase 3 Re-opening leads to changes in City policy on face coverings

Health and safety remain paramount 

The City of St. Augustine continues to encourage all residents and visitors to wear face coverings, practice social distancing, and wash their hands; however, in accordance with &n...

City Commission to hear After Action Report following recent storms

Public Works Director to lead discussion for community outreach

On Monday, September 28, in the early portion of the City Commission meeting, during Items of Great Public Importance, Public Works Director Reuben Franklin will provide an After Action Report...

Fish Island Progress Update

Lease agreement to be discussed by Land Management Coordinator

Now that Fish Island has been procured by the state of Florida, the City of St. Augustine Commission is preparing to sign a lease agreement and finalize a land management plan.  Florid...

Final Opportunity to Respond to the 2020 Census

Participating in the 2020 Census is easier than ever. 

1. Online at www.2020census.gov.
2. By phone by calling 844.330.2020.
3. By mailing back the paper questionnaire sent to your...

City Confirms Name for Coquina Park

UPDATE:

At the City Commission Meeting on Monday, September 14, 2020, the Commission unanimously approved to maintain the name of the public property located at 91 Coquina Avenue as “Coquina Park”.  We encourage our residents t...

City Manager will recommend a final site for the Confederate memorial

Trout Creek Fish Camp offers best options for public access and reverence

At their June 22, 2020 meeting, the St. Augustine City Commission approved the relocation of the Confederate memorial to a new location such as a cemetery or private property. &n...

Groundwork begins for relocation of City’s Confederate memorial

Preservation and patience are paramount

On Monday, August 10, in a 3-2 decision, the City Commission voted to relocate the Confederate memorial, which is currently located in the Plaza de la Constitución, to Trout Creek Fish Camp, located at 655...

Preservation award recognizes Historic Preservation Master Plan

St Augustine - FINAL from JP on Vimeo.

Historic Architectural Review Board among honorees for Historic Preservation Master Plan

Historic preservation is part of the everyday work of our community and when state and national organizations recognize unique ac...

City operations continue while business is conducted online

City offers Fish Island Management Plan progress update

Includes website, public input questionnaire 

Now that Fish Island has been procured by the state of Florida, the City of St. Augustine is in the process of obtaining a lease agreement and creating a land management plan.  Florida&rsq...

Coquina Park Opens to the Public in Time for Holiday Weekend

Mitigation strategies and solutions at work

The City of St. Augustine will open its newest public space, currently referred to as Coquina Park, on Thursday, July 2. The park, located at 91 and 93 Coquina Ave., is open from sunrise to sunset.

Coquina Park is...

Concerts in the Plaza 30th Anniversary season cancelled

Public health and safety continue to be highest priority

As positive cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) continue to rise in St. Johns County, and in an effort to minimize the risk of people gathering in crowds without the ability to safely social distance, th...

City Hall will close to help minimize community spread of virus

*UPDATE: Administrative Order 2020-14 extends closing City Hall offices to the public through August 31, 2020

Administrative Order 2020-12 goes into effect Thursday, business will continue online

With positive cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) on the rise in ...

City Commission passes resolution mandating face coverings indoors

On Friday, June 26, in an emergency meeting called by City Manager John Regan, the City of St. Augustine City Commission passed a resolution mandating that face coverings be worn indoors and when social distancing is not possible.  Citing recent ...

City Commission upholds decision to postpone Fireworks Over the Matanzas

Phase 2 re-opening compliance and public health are priority

On Monday, June 8, the St. Augustine City Commission unanimously upheld its decision to postpone the annual fireworks display, Fireworks Over the Matanzas, to a date to be determined at a future ...

St. Augustine Police Chief briefs City Commission on status of the department

Body cameras, response to resistance, and upcoming accreditation

At the City Commission meeting on Monday, June 8, St. Augustine Police Chief Barry Fox provided an update on the current status of key issues initiatives in place at the Police Department.

• Bod...

Concerts in the Plaza schedule temporarily suspended

30^th Anniversary season will have to wait

This year marks the 30^th Anniversary of Concerts in the Plaza, but fans will have to wait to celebrate since COVID-19 restrictions on group gatherings and six-foot social distancing requirements make it difficult ...

Emergency City Commission meeting scheduled to address face mask policy

Emergency City Commission meeting scheduled to address facemask policy

Rising statistics in COVID-19 cases creates need for local action

In response to the rapid increase of COVID-19 cases in the State of Florida and in St. Johns county, and based on recomm...

City begins gradual return to normal operations on June 1

City Hall, customer service re-opens to public, parking fees and enforcement resumes

City Hall will re-open its doors to the public on Monday, June 1, starting at 8:00am and resume regular business hours, closing at 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. Customer ...

July 4 Fireworks to be decided at June 8 City Commission meeting

Deadline extended to allow for best and final decision

Following the City Commission’s May 11 decision to suspend the annual fireworks display, which was made based on inaccurate information, City Manager John Regan suggested convening a special ...

City relays recent regulatory interpretation

Microbreweries and tattoo parlors impacted

Pursuant to recent Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) interpretations, microbreweries and tattoo parlors are permitted to operate as follows:

Microbreweries that partner with a food truck, an...

VIC to open in preparation of Memorial Day

As part of CDC guidelines, face masks strongly encouraged

On Monday, May 18, 2020, nearly two months to the day it closed and in anticipation of the upcoming Memorial Day holiday weekend, the St. Augustine and St. Johns County Visitor Information Center (V...

City Manager addresses concerns over Fireworks decision

Special City Commission meeting will be scheduled for late May

The following is a statement from City Manager John Regan in response to community concern over the city’s decision to cancel the 4th of July fireworks celebration, Fireworks Over the...

City coordinates distribution of masks to local businesses

Keeping owners, staff and customers protected is first priority

In an effort to assist local businesses in their ability to safely open and operate, the City of St. Augustine will make available face masks for purchase starting today,

With a minimum order o...

City allows temporary use of parking lots for outdoor seating

Effective immediately, expires in thirty days or per superseding order from governor

Effective immediately and for a period of thirty days, licensed restaurants may reduce their parking area to create temporary outdoor dining, and licensed restaurants with...

City will follow governor's directive for re-opening

Local administrative orders superseded

On Monday, May 4, in accordance with Governor DeSantis’ Executive Order 20-112 outlining Florida’s plan for recovery, the City of St. Augustine, will begin a phased reopening in collaboration with ...

Thermometer project launches

People who work with the public, families with multiple children are prime candidates

On Tuesday, April 21, the City of St. Augustine, in collaboration with Kinsa, Inc., will launch its community health monitoring initiative by distributing 600 thermometer...

City Commission will convene during COVID-19 crisis

Public will have options for public comment via email, telephone, online viewing

Pursuant to the Charter of the City of St. Augustine and Resolution 2019-21, an Emergency Meeting of the City of St. Augustine City Commission will be held on MONDAY, APRIL 13...

City announces pilot project for monitoring community health

Innovative thermometer technology provides real-time data

The City of St. Augustine, in collaboration with Kinsa, Inc., is developing a pilot project to provide real-time temperature data that will enable public health officials to monitor, predict, and re...

Current restrictions and guidelines extended

City of St. Augustine executes Administrative Order 2020-06

The City of St. Augustine has executed Administrative Order 2020-06, to extend current restrictions and guidelines through May 8, 2020, which is consistent with the Governor’s Executive ...

Toilet paper alternatives not necessarily flushable

Solid Waste collections remain on schedule

While festivals and public meetings have been temporarily put on hold, the City of St. Augustine Solid Waste collections will continue normal operations. Pickup of residential and commercial trash, recycling, and ...

City offices closed to the public starting Monday, March 23

City makes decision to further protect community from threat of Coronavirus (COVID-19)

In light of the current pandemic situation, City of St. Augustine offices will be closed to the public beginning Monday, March 23, 2020.  This closure will not ...

City offers clarification on recent decisions

City Manager John Regan offers an update to the community

This is the transcript of City Manager John Regan’s community update video regarding Coronavirus, posted on Facebook on Tuesday, March 17, 2020.

Hello, and thank you for joining me, I&r...

City executes administrative orders, keeping public health and welfare as highest priority

Administrative orders executed for public meetings, community businesses

Public meetings cancelled through end of March

In an abundance of caution and based on the recommendations of the Governor’s office the City of St. Augustine has executed an ...

City of St. Augustine takes steps to minimize exposure to threat of COVID-19

Public meetings for essential municipal matters, utility cutoffs suspended temporarily

As the threat of Coronavirus (COVID-19) incidents impact our community, the City of St. Augustine is continuing its efforts to curb the threat of the spread of Coronavir...

City executes administrative order to cancel festivals

Community health and welfare is highest priority

In an abundance of caution and based on the recommendations of the Governor’s office and the Florida Department of Health, the City of St. Augustine has executed an administrative order relating to...

City is monitoring Coronavirus, following best practices to prevent spreading germs

City Manager John Regan offers a status report to City Commission

The following information was presented to the City Commission on Monday, March 9, 2020, by City Manager John Regan:

As we continue to monitor the development of Coronavirus, Fire Chief Carlo...

March is Florida Archaeology Month

City Archaeology Lab offers open house tours at the end of March

Have you ever wondered about the history underneath your feet? Buried below the houses, businesses, and streets of St. Augustine is evidence of past lives, and the City of St. Augustine Archa...

Dredging to begin in Salt Run

Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND) grant allows for dredging

Starting on Monday, March 2, and continuing for approximately six weeks, dredging activities will take place from the Lighthouse Park Boat Ramp north to the mouth of the Salt Run Channel. ...

Free Park & Ride Shuttle returns for spring festival season

Shuttle service begins Saturday, March 7 

With spring just around the corner, the City of St. Augustine’s popular weekend festival season returns.  Romanza’s Celtic Festival and parade kicks-off March 13-15, followed b...

City implements electronic submittal of building plans

Software upgrade improves efficiency for contractors, architects, engineers, and others

Beginning March 1, 2020, the Planning and Building Department will begin implementing an electronic building plan submission procedure.  With a new software sy...

County Census Committee Launches Campaign to Encourage Participation in 2020 Census

St. Johns County’s 2020 Census Complete Count Committee launched an educational campaign today designed to inform residents on the community-wide benefits of St. Johns County receiving the most accurate and complete census count possible in 2020...

City Conducting Historic Resource Survey

West Augustine and North St. Augustine Heritage Information Needed 

The City of St. Augustine is receiving a $50,000 grant from the Florida Division of Historical Resources to fund a historic site survey of areas in West Augustine, as well as area...

City officials going to Tallahassee to fight for local control

Preservation of Home Rule and local governance is critical

On Tuesday, February 11, senior city staff and elected officials will go to Tallahassee to testify before the Senate Commerce and Tourism Committee  to uphold Home Rule, respect local deci...

City Commission schedules workshops to discuss important topics

Opportunity for open discussion in the “sunshine”

At the January 24, 2019, City Commission meeting, the commission scheduled several dates for upcoming workshops to discuss important topics outside of the regularly scheduled City Commis...

Nights of Lights free shuttle service concludes with record numbers

Ridership exceeds 19,000 with nearly 6,400 vehicles parked

The city concluded its fourth successful season of free parking and shuttle service offered during the holiday time of Nights of Lights with a total of 19,119 riders and by keeping approximately 6,...

City offers Waterworks Building presentation and tour

St. Johns County Main Branch hosts event on Saturday, January 25 at 10:30am

The Waterworks Building in Davenport Park on San Marco Ave. will be on display for a tour on Saturday, January 25, following a presentation by Jenny Wolfe, the City of St. Augustin...

Arbor Day is January 17

Annual ceremony scheduled for 11:00am at Joe Pomar, Jr. Park

The public is invited to join the City of St. Augustine’s commemoration of Arbor Day on Friday, January 17 at 11:00am at the Joe Pomar, Jr. Park, located at 1600 Masters Drive.

The annua...

Commissioner Horvath appointed to Resiliency Florida Board

Leadership in preparing for future impacts of weather reaches beyond city limits

At its November 25, 2019, Board of Directors meeting, the non-profit organization Resiliency Florida appointed City of St. Augustine Commissioner Roxanne Horvath to serve on t...

City Manager names new Communications Manager

Renaming of Public Affairs Department brings about change  

In the Nation’s Oldest City, much has been done in recent years to keep in step with the accelerated pace of information dissemination. And in a world where one missed letter in...

Used oil and electronics recycling event returns in January

Where to get rid of holiday cooking oil and old electronics replaced by the newest gadgets 

The City of St. Augustine, in conjunction with St. Johns County Utilities and St. Johns Technical High School Academies of Coastal and Water Resources and ...

Free Nights of Lights Park and Ride shuttle

Every Saturday in December, special hours of operation following Christmas holiday

In addition to Saturdays in December, services following the Christmas holiday will be offered:

• From: St. Johns Co. Health Department, 200 San Sebastian View
• When: Ev...

City approved for crosswalk at Municipal Marina

Pedestrian safety remains a priority

At the November 21 regular meeting of the Historic Architectural Review Board, Mobility Coordinator Xavier Pellicer requested approval to construct pedestrian improvements across Avenida Menendez and Marine Street, span...

City will lease Fish Island conservation land

Passive park, trails, interpretive signs part of property management design ideas

On Thursday, November 21, the state of Florida took possession of the 57-acre property referred to as Fish Island. The successful acquisition of this conservation land would ...

Light-Up! Night honorees named for 26th annual Nights of Lights

Former mayor to light the city; former Public Affairs Director to light the tree

Continuing a tradition begun by then St. Augustine Mayor George Gardner in 2003, current Mayor Tracy Upchurch has named honorees to turn the switches that will launch the 26th...

Charlotte Street excavations concluded

State officials' visit to Los Remedios concludes archaeological investigation 

One of the most important archaeological digs in St. Augustine is coming to a close. The dig confirmed the location of Nuestra Señora de los Remedios (Our La...

Public Works Department gets reorganized

November 2, 2019

City's Public Works Department reorganized

Like many organizations, the start of a new year is a time for reassessment, evaluation and often the opportunity to conduct a reorganization to meet new and changing needs.

Such is the case with th...

City recognized as StormReady® by National Weather Service

Certification valid through 2022

The National Weather Service (NWS) has recognized the City of St. Augustine as being StormReady® having carefully reviewed criteria that includes nearly 70 individual evaluation points. Evaluation of the city based on that ...

FREE Tours of Wastewater Treatment Plant

Tours are part of statewide City Government Week initiative

The City of St. Augustine will be joining cities throughout the state in celebrating Florida City Government Week from October 21-25.  Because city government is the government closest to...

Fire Chief appointed to board

Carlos Aviles named to represent northeast Florida

St. Augustine Fire Chief Carlos Aviles has been appointed to the Florida Fire Chiefs Association Board of Directors as its Northeast Florida Director.

Aviles has been a member of the St. Augustine Fire Depa...

Q&A gathering at 91 Coquina Avenue

The community is invited to an on-site Q &A gathering with staff from the city's Public Works Department at 91 Coquina Ave. this Friday, October 11 at 5:00pm.

The gathering will provide attendees an update on a project that when completed will result i...

City Solicits Naming Suggestions for Public Park

UPDATE:

At the City Commission Meeting on Monday, September 14, 2020, the Commission unanimously approved to maintain the name of the public property located at 91 Coquina Avenue as “Coquina Park”.  We encourage our residents t...

Chief Fox will retire to take on role of Code Enforcement Manager

Continuing to serve and protect residents, enjoy family are key factors 

St. Augustine Police Chief Barry Fox will take on the role of Code Enforcement Manager as part of his transition plan for retirement as Chief, which is Friday, April 30, 2021...

Police Chief offers update to City Commission

Decreased crime, homeless outreach, accreditation, and body cameras coming soon

At Monday’s City Commission meeting, Augustine Police Chief Barry Fox provided an update on important initiatives currently underway at the Police Department.

While th...

St. Augustine Police Chief briefs City Commission on status of the department

Body cameras, response to resistance, and upcoming accreditation

At the City Commission meeting on Monday, June 8, St. Augustine Police Chief Barry Fox provided an update on the current status of key issues initiatives in place at the Police Department.

• Bod...

Carlos Aviles

The Break Room: June 3, 2020

Hurricane Season 2020: Carlos Aviles, St. Augustine Fire Chief, stopped by The Break Room this week to discuss preparedness, response, and recovery plans for this year’s hurricane season.

City will follow governor's directive for re-opening

Local administrative orders superseded

On Monday, May 4, in accordance with Governor DeSantis’ Executive Order 20-112 outlining Florida’s plan for recovery, the City of St. Augustine, will begin a phased reopening in collaboration with ...