City Commission will hold special budget meetings next Thursday

CRA budget to be reviewed at 8:00am,
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.  Then, starting at 9:00am, the Commission will review the proposed budget for the City.

Both meetings will be held in The Alcazar Room of City Hall, located at 75 King St.  The meetings are open to the public and the agendas includes time for public comment. The meetings will also be streamed live and available for on-demand viewing the day following the meeting on the City's website. Visit here for more information.

Help us celebrate #CityStAugSelfie day!

City Hall Selfie Day is Monday, August 15, 2022

On The Break Room:

Cindy Walker, Communications Specialist

If you are a regular listener to #TheBreakRoom, then you will know that at the conclusion of every episode, we remind our listeners to get connected. Joining us in studio this week is Cindy Walker, Communications Specialist, to discuss how you can stay up-to-date with the City's social media, podcast, e-newsletter, emergency alerts, and more.

Face of the City

Community Outreach Officer Steve Fischer

Officer Fischer started with the City about 8 years ago as a Patrol Officer, and before that served with the St. Johns County Sheriffs Office.
 
As a Community Outreach Officer, Fischer focuses on community outreach by building positive connections with our homeless population. He personally reaches out to homeless residents,  discovers what the individual needs, and offers corresponding resources. These resources may include: admission to the Family Reunification Program; a referral to Flagler Health Plus- Care Connect; providing rides to and from appointments with doctors, Social Security Office, Care Connect, and job interviews; meeting basic clothing and nutritional needs; roadside counseling; first aid for minor injuries; attend and participate in court, including drug court;  work with both the State and City Attorney’s Offices; collaborate with the Veterans Affairs Office; assist individuals in obtaining a PO Box; and much more. Officer Fischer also serves on the Board of Directors for Home Again St. Johns.
 
“St. Augustine is my home and I care about the people in my community,” said Officer Fischer. “The success stories that result from assisting people who want to better their situation is what motivates me. I want to do my part to help, since I know what it’s like to be without a home, I know what it’s like to be a paycheck away from homelessness.”
 
One of the success stories Officer Fischer is most proud of is being able to provide a homeless veteran with no family a proper burial. Check out the full story here.
 
Outside of work, Officer Fischer loves spending time with his wife, Marianne, and kids Chase, who is in the Air Force, and Jack. He also enjoys traveling and working on cars.
 
For more information about homelessness in St. Augustine, check out this white sheet.

Concerts in the Plaza

Lonesome Bert & Thick & Thin Band - Thursday, August 18

Since 2005, Lonesome Bert & Thick & Thin Band has been delivering a great show at #ConcertsInThePlaza! They will play this year on Thursday, August 18 at 7:00pm and offer a Folk, Bluegrass, and Jugband sound.

Concerts may be cancelled or postponed due to weather. If a concert is cancelled, the public will be notified on the  City Website  and  on Facebook. If a cancellation notice is not posted, then the concert is still scheduled. For the complete season schedule. parking information, and more, visit the concerts page on the City's website.

Primary Election 2022

Three Ways to Vote

1. On Election Day, August 23 - Find your polling location  here.

2. By mail -  Request your ballot before August 13, 5pm by visiting  here.
3. Early Voting - August 13 - 20, 9am to 6pm, six locations:

• Supervisor of Elections Office
• Julington Creek Annex
• Ponte Vedra Branch Library
• Southeast Branch Library
• St. Augustine Beach City Hall
• Hastings Branch Library

The Historic Area Community Redevelopment Agency (HACRA) wants your input

UPDATED DEADLINE: Survey available through September 1

The Historic Area Community Redevelopment Agency (HACRA) wants your input!
 
?Visit here for a survey and interactive map to identify a specific location where a problem or concern exists and provide a detailed comment. The survey is available through Sept 1.

City of St. Augustine is accepting applications for Poet Laureate

Volunteer position will contribute to arts and culture representing the City

CALLING ALL POETS! The City is accepting applications for a Poet Laureate, a volunteer position to act as a resource for the City’s poetry and literary activities. 


For more information and to apply, visit the City's website.  Applications are due by Wednesday, August 31, 2022.

Opportunity to serve currently available

Make a difference in CityStAug!

Planning and Zoning Board

Welcome back, Flagler College students!

Move-in is next weekend, August 19 - 20.

No streets will be shut down this year, but there will be increased pedestrian and vehicular activity due to Move-in Day activities.

Valencia St. will be one-way (eastbound only) from
Sevilla St. to Cordova St. and congestion is expected on Malaga St., King St., Granada St., Markland Pl., and Cedar St..

Please welcome students and their families to our community by offering a friendly wave and a welcoming “Hello” when you see them walking around St. Augustine. 

Flagler College Community Town Hall

Thursday, August 25 at 6:00pm

Lincolnville Community Redevelopment Area Steering Committee Meeting

Monday, August 15, 5:00pm

Willie Galimore Community Center, 399 Riberia Street

 
When available, the agenda will be posted here.

Historic Architectural Review Board Meeting

Wednesday, August 17, 1:00pm

The Alcazar Room, City Hall, 75 King St.
 
When available, the agenda will be posted here

Community Redevelopment Agency Budget Meeting

Thursday, August 18, 8:15am

The Alcazar Room, City Hall, 75 King St.
 
More info here

Watch streaming here.

City Commission Budget Meeting

Thursday, August 18, 9:00am

The Alcazar Room, City Hall, 75 King St.
 
More info here

Watch streaming here.

Development Review Committee Meeting

Fridays, 8:30am

Agenda and participation instructions available by contacting the Planning & Building Department
at 904.825.1065 or DRC@citystaug.com