Andrews to address Amendment 3 at town hall
The Palm Valley and Ponte Vedra community associations will host a town hall meeting at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 30 at the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library, 101 Library Blvd., to inform residents about the impacts of Amendment 3, should voters approve it in November.
Amendment 3 would increase the homestead exemption for property taxes (excluding school taxes) and reduce the annual assessment cap for certain non-homestead properties. It would reduce property tax revenue available to counties and other local governments.
Jayne Evans, president of the Palm Valley Community Association, said County Administrator Joy Andrews and her team have been preparing for months in case the amendment passes to ensure thoughtful decisions.
Speaker announced for Essential Tremor meeting
The Essential Tremor Support Group will meet at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Baptist HealthPlace at Nocatee, 400 Colonnade Drive, Unit 130; Ponte Vedra (Nocatee). Attendees will hear from Melissa Ruff, LCSW. She is an experienced psychotherapist working with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, bipolar disorder and an array of other issues. Stress, common for many individuals, even those without “ET,” exacerbates the condition. Ruff will offer methods of mitigating these symptoms. All are welcome. Questions/RSVP: Jan Kary; jkary@verizon.net.
Atlantic Beach seeks public input on parks
The City of Atlantic Beach will host a second public input meeting to gather community feedback as it updates its Parks Master Plan. Residents are invited to participate and share their vision for the future of local parks, green spaces and recreational facilities.
The meeting at 6 p.m. Sept. 30 will take place in the City Commission Chamber located at City Hall, 800 Seminole Road.
To review the current plan prior to the meetings, go to coab.us/parksmasterplan.
Garden Club of St. Augustine announces events
The Garden Club of St. Augustine has announced the following dates:
Go to gardenclubofstaugustine.org for details of these events.
Jacksonville Humane Society offers $25 adoptions
The Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) is celebrating Homecoming Week by helping dogs and cats find a place to call home. Now through Sunday, Sept. 20, adoption fees will be reduced to $25 for pets at JHS.
More than 100 dogs and cats of different ages, sizes and personalities are available for adoption. Every pet adopted from JHS is spayed or neutered, microchipped and vaccinated.
A county licensing fee may apply. Adopters should bring a leash for a dog or a carrier for a cat.
Available pets can be viewed at jaxhumane.org/adopt.
Farmers market open every Friday
The Ponte Vedra Friday Farmers Market takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday at Palm Valley Outdoors, 377 S. Roscoe Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, offering fresh produce, local farm goods and a welcoming space to connect with neighbors and small businesses.
This farmers market features fresh, organically grown produce; Florida grass-fed beef and pork; real local honey; pasture-raised chicken and eggs; wholegrain breads; gluten-free sourdough bread; natural botanical skincare; creations by local artisans and more in a family-friendly atmosphere.
Palm Valley Market open every Tuesday
The Palm Valley Market is open every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
It offers local, pesticide- and herbicide-free produce; pasture-raised chicken, eggs and pork; grass-fed and grass-finished beef; A2/A2 raw milk; bone broth; seafood; local honey; whole grain, sourdough, and gluten- and dairy-free breads; an array of baked goods; all-natural plant- and tallow-based skincare; fresh bouquets and planters; and more. This charming venue located in the heart of Palm Valley affords customers both an indoor and an open-air shopping experience.
Palm Valley Market—Palm Valley Community Center, 148 Canal Blvd. For more information, email info@PalmValleyFarmersMarket.com.
— Compiled by Shaun Ryan
