Public hearing on Palm Valley project set
A hearing has been scheduled with the Palm Valley/Ponte Vedra Architectural Review Committee for Feb. 22 regarding a proposed development called “Downtown Palm Valley.” Design approval for this mixed-use commercial development located on North Roscoe Boulevard at the intersection with Canal Boulevard has been requested.
In a separate motion, the applicants are requesting a non-zoning variance to allow for a 30-foot setback in lieu of the required 50-foot setback for a building fronting a local or collector roadway within the Palm Valley Overlay, and to waive the requirement for a 20-foot buffer on the southern property boundary.
The owners of this proposed project held an open house at the site last year during which they described their plans and shared preliminary drawings.
The hearing will be held at 5 p.m. in the Ponte Vedra Public Library, 101 Library Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach.
Members of the public can review the material in the Planning and Zoning Division, located in the Permit Center, 4040 Lewis Speedway, St. Augustine. If you have any questions about this application, contact NBR Administration at 904-209-0579.
To view a map, go to https://www.gis.sjcfl.us/NBR_Viewer/?NZVAR_2022000006. Note: The zoom in (+) and zoom out (-) symbols are located in upper left hand corner of the map.
Mega Open House Weekend is Feb. 11-12
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty will host its Mega Open House Weekend on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 11-12.
The Mega Open House Weekend features open house viewings of the company’s listings of available homes. The listings encompass homes in a wide range of prices, styles and neighborhoods in Northeast Florida. In addition to the in-person open houses, the Mega Open House event features virtual open houses on social media to ensure maximum reach and engagement.
Go to OpenHouseNEFlorida.com for a list of open houses. Go to the company’s Facebook page, facebook.com/FloridaNetworkRealty, and Instagram, instagram.com/FloridaNetworkRealty, to view the homes virtually during the event.
For more information about Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty, go to FloridaNetworkRealty.com.
Palm Valley Market every Tuesday
The Palm Valley Market is held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Tuesday inside the Palm Valley Community Center, 148 Canal Road. The market offers fresh produce, baked goods, local honey, tea, seasonal treats, soap, jewelry, plants and more.
Ribault Garden Club plans big sale
Ribault Garden Club in Jacksonville Beach will hold its Trash to Treasure FUNdraiser from 8 a.m. to noon Feb. 18 at 705 Second Ave. North, Jacksonville Beach. It’s open to the public and admission is free.
There will be a wine-and-appetizer preview party, 5-7 p.m. Feb. 17. Donation per person is $10.
Items for sale include a crafters delight, furniture, home goods, kitchenware, jewelry, fishing gear, golf clubs, books, games, toys and a variety of plants, planters and vases. In addition, Master Gardeners will be available to answer questions.
Learn about Canine Companions
Ribault Garden Club in Jacksonville Beach invites the public to a program featuring Canine Companions, whose service dogs help provide independence, freedom and dignity to those facing challenges due to disability.
Canine Companions has a program where puppies are in training for approximately 18 months. After that, the puppies enter professional training at a regional training center for six to nine months. The canines learn about 40 different commands.
Attendees can learn about becoming a volunteer and raising a puppy.
The program will be held 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 23 at 705 Second Ave. North, Jacksonville Beach.
Admission to the event is free. There will be refreshments, door prizes and a raffle. For further information, call 904-246-4641.
Job hunters workshop planned
A free in-person workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 23 for savvy job hunters. It will be held at Christ Church, 400 San Juan Drive, Ponte Vedra Beach, in Room 106 of the Formation + Arts Building.
“Must-Have Interviewing Tips and Mock Interview” will be presented by Buddy Webster, partner, LEADERS Professional Recruiting Inc.
During this interactive workshop, Webster will conduct a mock interview and provide important feedback and essential must-have interview skills to get hired.
Email Pam Ottesen at pottesen66@gmail.com to register. You will receive a confirmation email upon reserving your seat.
— Compiled by Shaun Ryan
