Hello readers! We hope your Independence Day celebrations were nothing short of fantastic and filled with joy. As we transition back to our regular lives post-holiday, there are several important updates and opportunities within our community that we want to bring to your attention.
BOCC Meeting & Budget Workshops
BOCC Meeting : We're excited to notify you that the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, 7-9, at 9 am. If you would like to review the agenda before the meeting, you can access it here. Commissioners' office 2401 SE Monterey Rd, Stuart.
Budget Workshops : Additionally, mark your calendars for the upcoming BOCC budget workshops for taxpayers for the fiscal year 2025. These workshops will be held on Monday, 7-22, and Tuesday, 7-23, both starting at 9 am. Participating in these workshops is an excellent way to understand how your taxpayer funds are allocated within the community. Commissioners' office 2401 SE Monterey Rd, Stuart.
Also, here is a copy of the latest task order.
Community Involvement
*****Our SOS Community Clean-up for the month of July has been cancelled.
School Supplies Drop Off: We are thrilled to announce that we are serving as a drop-off point for school supplies. It's heartwarming to contribute towards creating a positive learning environment for students. For more information on how you can participate and support this initiative, please call Tami at 772-287-2149 or reply to email. Refer to list. Wide ruled notebook paper Composition books 3 prong folders *Red, yellow, blue, green, orange #2 pencils Colored pencils Cap erasers Wipes Hand sanitizers Tissues Glue sticks Rulers
Drop off location is SOS headquarters 4635 SE Dixie Hwy. Stuart.
In addition, here is an update on upcoming projects.
- Phase I drainage improvements and neighborhood restoration projects will be under construction in the Port Salerno peninsula (east of Dixie Highway) and Port Salerno/New Monrovia (west of Dixie Highway) in 2024, and in Rocky Point in 2025.
- Twin Rivers Park shoreline stabilization competitive bidding is underway.
-Between January and May, Martin County approved 294 new residential units, primarily 79 townhomes at the Preserve at Salerno and 175 houses at The Ranch, a 3,900-acre golf course development in western Martin County.
-FDOT and Florida's Turnpike will hold a Public Information Meeting on Thursday July 18th from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the Indian River College Wolf Center at 2400 SE Salerno Road. This meeting will give residents the opportunity to review the project alternatives being considered, make comments and to ask questions. Anyone wishing to submit written comments can contact the project manager, Jazlyn Heywood at jazlyn.heywood@dot.state.fl.us.
Engage & Support
As members of our Port Salerno community, our engagement and support are instrumental in fostering a thriving society. By participating in events such as the BOCC meetings, budget workshops, and community initiatives like the school supplies drive, we are actively contributing to the betterment of our community. Remember, if you cannot attend the BOCC meetings you are more than encouraged to send an e-mail to comish@martin.fl.us.
As always, we have great appreciation for our business sponsors Casco Tools, On Shore Construction & Development and Basin Seafood. Along with many thanks to our resident sponsors and volunteers.
Keeping Port Salerno STRONG!
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