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2MC Podcast Eps 85 - Budget & Board

Ok so maybe we don't talk about EVERYTHING happening in Martin County in this episode... but it's close! We're breaking down this week's board meeting AND the first public budget hearing. Only on 2MC. 0:00 | Intro 0:29 | Board Meeting Recap 0:52 | Interlocal Agreements 1:49 | Appointments 1:55 | Zoning Changes 2:25 | Budget Hearing Recap 3:51 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ Board Meeting: https://martin.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=24 Proclamations: Eagle Scout: Colin Jenkins Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in Martin County Martin County has historically been providing Building Official, Inspection and Plan Review services to the Town of Sewall’s Point on an as-needed basis via an Interlocal Agreement. The Interlocal Agreement is being renewed for another 12-month term, as well as being updated to streamline future extensions and adjust fees to reflect current costs. The proposed First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement between Martin County and the Town of Jupiter Island provides for the renewal of the current Interlocal Agreement for highly skilled first responders for the Town to ensure emergency medical services and fire protection support are available to residents, guests, and visitors of the Town on a 24-hour basis. The renewal commences on October 1, 2027, for a five (5) year term through September 30, 2032. Three appointments were made to the Library Board of Trustees. This is the first of two public hearings regarding the fiscal year 2026/2027 budget. There will be an outline of the public hearing procedures followed by an overview and review/approval of the Resolutions Required by Florida State Statutes Next hearing is September 29 at 5:05 p.m. Events: (Library) Talk Like a Pirate Day: Ahoy, maties! Grab your pirate and mermaid costumes and join us for super fun games, prizes, glitter tattoos and more! This Family-friendly event will be held at the Hobe Sound Public Library on Saturday, September 19 from 2-4 p.m. and is open to all; no registration required. https://mcls.libnet.info/event/17022207 (Library) How to Write, Publish and Promote Your Own Book: Visit the Robert Morgade Library on Saturday, September 19 from 3-5 p.m. where retired Martin County educator and self-published author, Jack Valerio, shares the complete journey from idea to publication. This event is open to all; no registration required. https://mcls.libnet.info/event/17027079 (Parks) Unlimited Play: Start your mornings at Sailfish Sands! For just $20 per person, enjoy UNLIMITED PLAY in the hitting bays from 7:30-11 a.m., Monday-Friday. That's over 3 hours of golf, games and fun for one low price. Kick off your day with us! https://www.martin.fl.us/SSGC/hitting-bays (Around Town) Hidden History: WWII in Florida: Join the Elliott Museum for a fascinating look at Florida’s surprising and often-overlooked role in World War II with Dr. Anthony Atwood, recognized military historian, author and Resident Military Historian at Florida International University. During World War II, Florida became a critical center for military training, coastal defense, aviation, naval operations and top-secret activities. Learn all about it on Wednesday, September 23 from 1-2:30 p.m. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-hidden-history-of-wwii-in-florida-tickets-1998404469564 _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials: https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissioners https://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/ https://twitter.com/MartinCountygov https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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2MC Podcast Eps 84 - Project Roundup!

2MC is HERE with a project roundup! From County Line (in Tequesta) all the way up to Jensen, we're talking about the projects impacting the lives of our residents here and now. Plus, a look ahead at some events coming your way. It's your source for anything and everything Martin County. It's 2MC! 0:00 | Intro 0:42 | Project Updates! 2:22 | County Line Bridge 4:15 | Rocky Point 4:54 | Septic to Sewer 5:50 | Living Shoreline 9:26 | 9/11 Memorial Events 10:47 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ Projects · Charlie Leighton - replacing the boat ramp, increased boat ramp and car parking spaces, reconfigured parking to improve the flow of traffic, additional dockage with a floating dock, dredge, picnicking areas, pedestrian access along the water with connectivity under the bridge, expansion of the crew/rowing building site, and an open green space and gazebo, among other improvements · County Line Bridge - replacement of a roadway bridge originally built in 1974. Project also includes removing separate pedestrian bridge and incorporating into a single structure. Martin County was awarded a $3 million State Grant, $3 million Federal Grant Appropriation · Rocky Point Neighborhood Restoration project, which is now 50% complete. The project includes replacing and installing new stormwater pipes and drainage structures, along with concrete driveway and sidewalk replacement, swale regrading and pedestrian safety improvements. These upgrades will improve drainage, roadway conditions and overall infrastructure throughout the Rocky Point neighborhood. · Septic to Sewer Conversions – 22 prioritized project areas. Currently underway: Beau Rivage 248 properties (Force Main) over 13K connected · September 11 Memorial Bridge Walk: Jock Leighton Park, Opening Ceremony begins at 8:30 a.m., bridge walk begins at 9 a.m. – MC Firefighters, MCSO, MCSD · 9/11 Memorial Tribute Ceremony, 7 p.m. outside Peter & Julie Cummings Library, Palm City – Remember, honor, come together. wreath laying, candle ceremony, bagpipers, guest speakers. Hone the heroes who responded, reflect on the spirt of unity that followed. Historic Tours: Visitors can explore the rich history of the Mansion at Tuckahoe during free tours on the first and third Wednesday of each month, from November 2025 through May 2026, at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. No reservations are required, but please arrive 15 minutes early. The Mansion was once home to Coca-Cola heiress Anne Bates Leach. https://www.martin.fl.us/Mansion Free, historical tours of Captain Henry Sewall's House are held on the first and third Wednesday of each month from April 1, 2026, through May 20, 2026. Tours are offered from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. No reservation is required. For additional information, please call Indian RiverSide Park at (772)463-3201. https://www.martin.fl.us/SewallsHouse Events Charlie Leighton Park Event: Join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of improvements to Charlie Leighton Park! The event will be held on Tuesday, September 22 at 9:30 a.m. Updates to the park included boat ramp replacement, floating dock installation, parking lot reconfiguration and repaving, as well as picnic area, walking path and gazebo installation. Light refreshments will be provided by the Palm City Chamber of Commerce. https://www.martin.fl.us/#docaccess-fac86efaf561725cbb66de0af468df36 Explore the Night Sky: Join IRSC Professor Jon Bell to learn about the exciting programs at IRSC's Hallstrom Planetarium, as well as the best nights to see planets, meteor showers and more. No telescope necessary. This family-friendly event will be held at the Robert Morgade Library on Friday, September 11 from 3-4 p.m. and is recommended for older elementary school students and above. https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16983292 Palm City Place & Patio Is a Statewide Finalist!: Palm City Place & Patio is one of just four statewide finalists for the 2026 Great Places in Florida People’s Choice Award! Help put Martin County in the spotlight by casting your vote and showing your support for this special community space. Voting is open now through September 30. https://florida.planning.org/community-outreach/great-places-florida/2026/?fbclid=IwY2xjawUD98ZwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMUxRSThHTXdvcFpQNEdtMmxzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEec34nNutmYFnV0ZylfzIYtH4aLOiBet7RhC1OdezgBh7P5LCqvPkY27owXjA_aem_679zF3l9MiEAha-lbnXz4g _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials: https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissioners https://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/ https://twitter.com/MartinCountygov https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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2MC Podcast Eps 83 - Marty McFly

Ash is back (to the future?) like Marty McFly to talk about........... Marty! That's right, hear all the latest details on everyone's favorite transit system from everyone's favorite transit administrator! ONLY on 2MC. 0:00 | Intro 0:41 | Interview with Ash 2:07 | Fare Free 3:06 | REACH Center 4:22 | Optimization 4:57 | Microtransit 7:15 | The Marty App 8:24 | Marty's Impact 9:36 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ MARTY: https://www.martin.fl.us/transit MARTY real time planning: https://myride.martin.fl.us/ (County News) SKYWARN Storm Spotter Class: Martin County Emergency Management, along with NWS-Melbourne, is offering a free SKYWARN® storm spotter class. Volunteers help keep their local communities safe by providing timely and accurate reports of severe weather to the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS). The class will be held on September 29, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Martin County Public Safety Complex, Emergency Operations Center, located at 800 SE Monterey Road. Registration required. https://www.weather.gov/mlb/skywarn (County News) 9/11 Memorial Tribute Ceremony: Join us as we remember the victims and honor the heroes of 9/11 at the Memorial Tribute Ceremony to be held at 7 p.m. on Friday, September 11 outside the Martin County Library System's Peter & Julie Cummings Library in Palm City. The event will include posting of the colors, music and bagpipers, a candle lighting ceremony, wreath laying and guest speakers. https://files.constantcontact.com/74000a6f901/651c0003-cab9-4f67-9fc2-5a3d5a6cb917.pdf (Library) Weekend Movies: “Some like it Hot”. Saturday, September 5 from 2-4 p.m. at the Blake Library, John F. and Rita M. Armstrong Wing. Two musicians witness a mob hit and disguise themselves as women in an all-female band to evade the killers, sparking hilarious romantic entanglements and escalating chaos. (2hr, 1min) [NR] 1959. https://mcls.libnet.info/event/17016991 (PWD) One Step Closer to Conservation: This week the Martin County Board of County Commissioners approved nearly 3,000 acres of environmentally sensitive lands for consideration as potential future land acquisitions thanks to the Land Acquisition Sales Tax. Overseen by Senior Environmental Project Manager Michael Yustin, these properties are selected and ranked by the Environmental Lands Oversight Committee (ELOC) with the goal of protecting Martin County’s most valuable natural resources. The next ELOC meeting will be held September 17 at 2 p.m. at the Administration Building. https://www.martincountyforever.com/ (Parks) Dodgeball Showdown: Calling all tweens and teens ages 11–18! Grab your crew and get ready to dodge, duck, dip and dive at our Dodgeball Showdown. Compete, make epic plays and laugh the night away! Join us Wednesday, September 9 from 6-8 p.m. at Langford Park, located at 2369 NE Dixie Hwy. Proudly supported by the Children’s Services Council of Martin County. Registration required: https://www.martin.fl.us/Teens (Around Town) Florida LAKEWATCH : Florida LAKEWATCH is a citizen volunteer lake monitoring program that facilitates "hands-on" citizen participation in the management of Florida lakes, estuaries, rivers and springs through monthly monitoring activities. learn how to become a Florida LAKEWATCH volunteer through an upcoming Water Ambassador field trip on Wednesday, September 9 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. located at Kitching Creek Preserve, 6125 SE 138th Street in Hobe Sound. This trip is hosted by Martin County and UF/IFAS . registration link. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScK6SLTpn5OI6ZrDPjH3wcGtip3AAIDDeKB2Q_QqIUj40t1qA/viewform _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials: https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissioners https://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/ https://twitter.com/MartinCountygov https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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2MC Podcast Eps 82 - It's Rio... not Rio!

2MC is back with a Board Meeting Recap! Learn what went down in this week's meeting in a 10th of the time! Oh and it's pronounced RIO! 0:00 | Intro 0:15 | Board Meeting Recap 0:41 | Special Recognitions 2:28 | Commissioner Comments 3:24 | Local Housing and SHIP 4:06 | UF IFAS 4:42 | Board Appointments 5:09 | Departmental 6:08 | ELOC 6:38 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ Proclamations Constitution Week and Big Brothers Sisters in Martin County Special Recognition Josiah Baur for his bravery and selfless actions and appreciation and congratulations for Donald Adamson on his retirement – 40 years! Quietly shaping and caring for parks, facilities and recreational areas throughout our community Special Presentation The Board watched a video produced by the 4-H club about “Protecting our Land” Commissioner Comments The Board directed staff to bring an agenda item forward for a one-year moratorium / pause, on hyperscale data centers in unincorporated Martin County. The Board reconsidered the action taken on DPQ-1 Article 10 Appeal on August 11. Consent Agenda The consent agenda was approved minus Consent 5 and 7 which were pulled for further discussion Consent 5 – The Board approved the plans and requested Human Services come back with a presentation about Martin County’s Local Housing Assistance Plans (LHAP) and Martin County’s State Housing Initiative Partnership Program (SHIP) Consent 7 – The Board discussed and approved the MOU between the University of Florida (Go Gators!) and the Martin County Board of County Commissioners (IFAS educational programs, training, workshops, 4-H…) Boards & Committee Appointments Appointments to the Value Adjustment Board, Industrial Development Authority Board and the Hobe Sound, Jensen Beach, and Rio Neighborhood Advisory Boards Department Quasi-Judicial The Board received and filed a request for approval of a PUD and adopted the final site plan for the Martin Commerce Park Department Items The Board adopted the Library’s 2027-2029 Long Range Service Plan (guides staff in the operations, events and services) The Board received and filed the updated Parks & Recreation Permitted Special Event Guide and Special Event Request Form The Board approved the ELOC’s list of recommended properties for potential acquisition Upcoming BOCC Meeting: September 15 (first budget hearing) · Events, Happenings and Education: BOCC Meeting Re-cap: https://martin.legistar.com/DepartmentDetail.aspx?ID=35023&GUID=98D7CC54-EF7D-4C4C-8084-1AF34C623D6E · New Monrovia Park Updates: Exciting improvements are coming to New Monrovia Park in the Port Salerno CRA! Planned upgrades include a new basketball court, picnic facilities, shade structures, ADA-accessible pathways, benches and irrigation—creating an enhanced recreational space for families and community gatherings. Stay tuned for project updates by following the Martin County CRA on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyCRA/ · 2026 Senior Games: Registration for the 2026 Senior Games is open! Stay active, challenge yourself and enjoy some friendly competition as Martin County hosts nine exciting athletic events for seniors. It's a great opportunity to connect with others, showcase your skills and compete for a chance to advance. The top five finishers in each event and age division will qualify for the Florida Senior Games this December. https://www.martin.fl.us/SeniorGames · Make a Splash this Weekend: Sailfish Splash Waterpark is open weekends only! There’s still time to enjoy the fun before the season wraps up! Take on the water slides, float along the lazy river, cool off in the interactive splash zones and more. Now through September 7, we’re open Saturdays, Sundays, and Labor Day from 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Gather your crew and make the most of the remaining days! https://www.martin.fl.us/SailfishSplashWaterpark · Free Narcan Available: Free Narcan kits available at DOH-Martin locations in Stuart (3441 SE Willoughby Boulevard) and Indiantown (16401 SW Farm Road). No appointment is needed. This medication helps to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. https://martin.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/wellness-programs/narcan-naloxone/ · Water Ambassador Webinar: The UF/IFAS Water Ambassador Program trains and empowers residents to become community leaders in protecting local water resources and our environment. The next virtual webinar will be held on Tuesday, September 1 at 12 p.m. Sadie Hundemer will discuss "The Water Science Communication Problem." https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/NFeIMQJTSSiIaCGJ7CVbbA#/registration _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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2MC Podcast Eps 81 - In Case of Emergency (Listen to Pod)

Deputy Director of Emergency Management, Amy Heimberger Lopez, joins us on the pod to discuss all things hurricane season! (Plus, some tips for year-round readiness too) It's never too late to get ready for storm season, so if you're still stocking up and making plans... this is the pod for you! 0:00 | Intro 0:37 | Interview with Amy Heimberger Lopez 3:03 | Rest of Season Outlook 4:12 | Road to Readiness 6:47 | Family Plan 8:51 | Build a Kit 17:08 | Trusted News Sources 20:33 | Remembering Milton 21:37 | Get Involved 23:41 | Year-Round Readiness 27:11 | Enacting Your Plan 28:50 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ Emergency Management: https://www.martin.fl.us/EM Hurricane Information: https://www.martin.fl.us/Hurricane Storm Surge Evacuation: https://www.martin.fl.us/EvacuationZones Committee Vacancy: The Martin County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applications from individuals interested in volunteering to serve on the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee. All individuals serve without compensation and are requested to apply for appointment to Martin County Administration by Friday, September 4, 2026. For an application, please call Martin County Administration at 288.5756 or send email to dgordon@martin.fl.us. Martin Loan Fund : The Business Development Board has launched the Martin Loan Fund, a new resource to help smaller, newer businesses access much-needed capital. The program connects local entrepreneurs with a mission-driven lender in order to fill a critical funding gap. Businesses are encouraged to find out more and take the first step toward success! https://bdbmc.org/martinomics/martin-loan-fund-launches-to-empower-local-entrepreneurs/ Get 50% Off Your Hitting Bay Rental: Save 50% on hitting bay rentals at Sailfish Sands, Tuesdays through Thursdays from 11 a.m.–7 p.m. through October 31, 2026. Valid for online reservations only. Maximum three bays per reservation. Excludes food and beverages and cannot be combined with other hitting bay offers or discounts. https://www.martin.fl.us/SSGC/hitting-bays Weekend Movies: Nashville: Join us at the Blake Library on Saturday, August 22 beginning at 2 p.m. for a weekend movie, "Nashville," Robert Altman's Oscar-winning epic portraying America's obsession with celebrity and power. This film is loaded with great music and movie stars. A light jacket/sweater recommended for auditorium. https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16820984 Martin County Property Appraiser Q&A: Join us for an interactive workshop on the following: Decipher your property taxes (TRIM Notice), How millage rates affect your taxes, What is a Certificate of Trust & how to retitle a deed, Do you have Homestead Exemption and when do you file for it?, Do you qualify for other exemptions? Two chances to register: Wed, August 26 from 2-3 p.m. at the Hobe Sound Public Library https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16785933 OR Thursday, August 27 from 1-2 p.m. at the Hoke Library https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16816777 _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials: https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissioners https://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/ https://twitter.com/MartinCountygov https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL https://www.linkedin.com/company/24775732/admin/dashboard/ Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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2MC Podcast Eps 80 - And The Award Goes To...

Board Meeting Recap! Hit play on this episode of 2MC to fast-forward your way through our last board meeting. When you're short on time and in need of Martin County knowledge... you know where to go: 2MC! 0:00 | Intro 0:22 | Awards! 0:46 | Board Meeting Recap 1:40 | Proclamations 2:23 | Affordable Housing 4:45 | Next Board Meeting 5:02 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ PUBLIC HEARING TO REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE MAJOR FINAL SITE PLAN FOR SW 96TH STREET MONOPINE WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY TOWER - The Board received and filed the agenda item and all attachments as an exhibit and adopted the Resolution approving the final site plan for the SW 96th Street Monopine Tower project REQUEST FOR CERTIFICATION OF AN AGRICULTURAL ENCLAVE PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 163.3162 AND 163.3164, FLORIDA STATUTES: was withdrawn from the agenda at the applicant’s request ADOPT PROCLAMATIONS COMMENDING JAKOB CROSBY AND PARKER BESADE UPON THE ACHIEVEMENT OF EAGLE SCOUT ADOPT A PROCLAMATION DECLARING CONSTITUTION WEEK IN MARTIN COUNTY Sept. 17-23 ADOPT A PROCLAMATION DECLARING BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS MONTH IN MARTIN COUNTY SEPTEMBER 2026 ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION UPDATING THE LIST OF COUNTY-OWNED PROPERTIES APPROPRIATE FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNDER RESOLUTION NO. 24-6.15, ADOPTED ON JUNE 18, 2024, AND AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF SUCH PROPERTIES THROUGH PUBLIC AUCTION: Board rescinded the old Resolution and adopted the proposed resolution updating the inventory of County-owned properties that are appropriate for use in affordable housing. authorizing staff to donate the Golden Gate parcels located between SE Hawthorne and SE Iris to the Martin County Community Land Trust for development as affordable housing. New Monrovia parcel at 5703 SE 47th Avenue which was acquired through the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program, through the County’s contracted auction process for development as affordable housing by licensed contractors, nonprofit housing organizations, community land trusts, qualified entities, or individuals committed to developing affordable housing. Upcoming BOCC Meeting: August 25 Events: The Peak of Hurricane Season is Here : The threat of hurricanes for Florida during the Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 until November 30. The peak of hurricane season occurs between mid-August and late October when the waters in the Atlantic and the Gulf have warmed enough to help support the development of tropical waves. Now is the time to be prepared! Remember, even if there hasn’t been a lot of hurricane activity yet, it only takes one hurricane to destroy our community. www.martin.fl.us/Hurricane Sensory Story Time 2-5 years: Friday, August 21 from 11-11:30 a.m. at the Elisabeth Lathi Library. Sensory Story Time is an interactive, engaging experience where children are encouraged to explore stories through their senses. Recommended for ages 2-5 with limited seating available. This interactive event may use bubbles, scarves, soft music, and more. Using textures and sounds, the session brings the story to life, guiding children's sensory development while nurturing their language skills, memory, and creativity. Young children can connect with the stories in a hands-on way. All adults are encouraged to participate with their children in this fun early literacy activity. Families are welcome! https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16240564 Rip-N-Ride Safety Day: Join Sailfish Splash Waterpark and Martin County Ocean Rescue on Saturday, August 15 at 9:30 a.m. for a fun, hands-on morning of water safety featuring rip current simulator demonstrations, CPR techniques, life jacket fittings and more! Kids 12 and under who participate will receive FREE same-day waterpark admission! General admission price applies to parents and other accompanying adults. https://www.martin.fl.us/SailfishSplashWaterpark Martin Co. Property Appraiser Q&A: Join us for an interactive workshop on the following: Decipher your property taxes (TRIM Notice), How millage rates affect your taxes, What is a Certificate of Trust & how to retitle a deed, Do you have Homestead Exemption and when do you file for it?, Do you qualify for other exemptions? Two chances to register: Wed, August 26 from 2-3 p.m. at the Hobe Sound Public Library https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16785933 OR Thursday, August 27 from 1-2 p.m. at the Hoke Library https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16816777 _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials: https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissioners https://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/ https://twitter.com/MartinCountygov https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL https://www.linkedin.com/company/24775732/admin/dashboard/ Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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2MC Podcast Eps 79 - Senioritis!

From the REACH Center to Senior Games... 2MC is here to tackle all things Martin County! It's your source for local events, meetings, happenings and more! 0:00 | Intro 0:12 | REACH Center 4:03 | Board Vacancies 4:56 | Pets on Parade 5:51 | UF IFAS 7:13 | Senior Games 8:44 | Next Board Meeting 9:04 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ REACH Center: Collaboration with CareerSource Research Coast, School District and local industry leaders (environmental, aviation, medical and marine) https://www.martin.fl.us/martin-county-reach-center Board Vacancies: Airport Noise Advisory Committee Historic Preservation Board Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Library Board of Trustees For an application, please call 288-5756 or send an email to dgordon@martin.fl.us. Deadline is Friday, August 21. https://www.martin.fl.us/boards-committees Pets on Parade: Check out the latest edition of MCTV’s Pets on Parade, featuring adoptable animals from the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast! These pets are hoping that someone like you will see them and open your heart and home to give them the love that they deserve. View adoptable pets online or stop by the shelter at 4100 SW Leighton Farm Avenue in Palm City. https://youtu.be/w__1AxILzx0 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Field Module: UF/IFAS Extension Martin County will offer the Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM Certified Professional Field Module on August 26 from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. in Hobe Sound. This module is required for candidates seeking designation as Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM Certified Professionals (FFLCPs). Candidates must complete prerequisite online courses, participate in the field module, pass an online exam and agree to the code of ethics. The 4-hour module includes classroom review of FFL principles and a field-based FFL evaluation of a nearby residential property. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/florida-friendly-landscaping-certified-professional-field-module-tickets-1993488673285?aff=oddtdtcreator Senior Games Registration: Registration for the 2026 Senior Games is now open! Stay active, challenge yourself and enjoy some friendly competition as Martin County hosts nine exciting athletic events for seniors. It's a great opportunity to connect with others, showcase your skills and compete for a chance to advance. The top five finishers in each event and age division will qualify for the Florida Senior Games this December. https://www.martin.fl.us/SeniorGames Upcoming BOCC Meeting: August 11 Events: Free Car Seat Safety Inspections: The Florida Department of Health, Safe Kids of the Treasure Coast and partners are teaming up to provide free car seat safety inspections. Car seat fittings and inspections are provided by certified child passenger safety technicians and available by appointment only. https://martin.floridahealth.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/44/2026/07/car-seat-flyer-7.24.26.png Sunset Concerts at the Gallery: Beat the Florida heat and enjoy an evening of exceptional music featuring violin virtuoso Rebecca Tozzi and pianist Lindsay Garritson on Tuesday, August 11 at 5:30 p.m. Experience "The Hot Canary" and other lively violin favorites in the intimate Court House Cultural Center Gallery. Reserve your seat for just $5 (free for MartinArts members). https://www.martinarts.org/programs-events/sunsetconcerts.html Unlimited Play: Start your mornings at Sailfish Sands! For just $20 per person, enjoy UNLIMITED PLAY in the hitting bays from 7:30-11 a.m., Monday-Friday. That's over 3 hours of golf, games and fun for one low price. Kick off your day with us! https://www.martin.fl.us/SSGC/hitting-bays After-School Programs: Looking for an after-school program where your child can learn, play and make lasting friendships? Martin County Parks and Recreation has you covered! Our after-school program offers a safe, fun and engaging environment where students can enjoy enriching activities, build new skills and stay active after the school day ends. Proudly supported by the Children's Services Council of Martin County. https://www.martin.fl.us/after-school-programs _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials: https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissioners https://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/ https://twitter.com/MartinCountygov https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL https://www.linkedin.com/company/24775732/admin/dashboard/ Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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2MC Podcast Eps 78 - Back to Business

Back to business! 2MC is tackling this week's board meeting, one agenda item at a time! 0:00 | Intro 0:25 | Utilities 2:35 | Parks & Rec 4:00 | Public Works 4:37 | Fire Rescue 4:53 | Growth Management 5:46 | ELOC 7:16 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ Upcoming BOCC Meeting: August 11 FINAL ASSESSMENT RESOLUTION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027 SOLID WASTE ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL TO THE TAX COLLECTOR - adopted the Final Assessment Resolution for the Solid Waste Municipal Service Benefit Unit, and certified and approved the Special Assessment Roll to the Tax Collector. ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 17.9., RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR MARTIN COUNTY PARKS, GENERAL ORDINANCES, MARTIN COUNTY CODE, RELATING TO FISHING ON COUNTY OWNED PROPERTY - The Board tabled this item for staff to rework the ordinance language (investigate drone/boat language regarding chumming the waters, add an hour before and after when beaches open/close, and reference state law). CONSIDER ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 155, STREETS, ROADS AND BRIDGES, GENERAL ORDINANCES, MARTIN COUNTY CODE, RELATING TO SPEED LIMITS, DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY, REQUIRED PERMITS, AND SECURITY - This is a request for approval of amendments to Chapter 155, Streets, Roads and Bridges, General Ordinances, Martin County Code to rely on the Florida Statutes as they relate to establishing speed limits, to authorize the County Engineer to apply for state and federal permits for County projects - The Board adopted the Ordinance amending Chapter 155, Streets, Roads and Bridges, General Ordinances, Martin County Code. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE MARTIN COUNTY ZONING ATLAS TO CHANGE THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FOR BREW HORIZONS LLC (D069-002) - The Board received and filed the agenda item and all attachments as an exhibit and adopted a Resolution amending the Martin County Zoning Atlas to change the zoning district designation on the site from M-1, Industrial District, to LI, Limited Industrial District. The Board approved and recommended that the applicant work with the neighbors regarding access into the businesses. FISCAL IMPACT PRESENTATION OF THE PROPOSED HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION INCREASE ON MARTIN COUNTY FIRE RESCUE ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ACQUISITION OF A 2.70-ACRE PARCEL NORTH OF SW BLUE WATER WAY, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL LANDS OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE AND APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Board adopted a Resolution approving and accepting the purchase of vacant land totaling 2.70 acres; authorized the Chair to execute the Vacant Land Contract ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF TEN PARCELS OF ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE LAND LOCATED IN POINCIANA GARDENS, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL LANDS OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE AND APPROVED BY THE BOARD - The Board approved the Vacant Land Purchase and Sale Contract; authorized the Chair to execute; adopted a Resolution approving and accepting the purchase of ten parcels consisting of a total of 2.717 acres in Poinciana Gardens Senior Games Registration: Registration for the 2026 Senior Games is now open! Stay active, challenge yourself and enjoy some friendly competition as Martin County hosts nine exciting athletic events for seniors. It's a great opportunity to connect with others, showcase your skills and compete for a chance to advance. The top five finishers in each event and age division will qualify for the Florida Senior Games this December. https://www.martin.fl.us/SeniorGames New Road to Readiness Booklet: We’re now well into the 2026 Hurricane Season, and we’re excited to announce that we have a new and improved Road to Readiness booklet available to help guide you through your preparations for not just hurricanes, but any hazard. Pick one up at your local library! And if you’d like a member of the Emergency Management team to provide your community or organization with a preparedness presentation, please contact us at mcema@martin.fl.us. Are you disaster ready? https://www.martin.fl.us/Readiness Permanent Tax-Free Hurricane Preparedness Items: Is your emergency kit stocked and ready to go? If not, take advantage of some preparedness items you can include in your kit that are now permanently tax-free! Items include batteries, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, insect repellent, life jackets, portable generators, sunscreen, and more! https://floridarevenue.com/taxes/tips/Documents/TIP_25A01-05.pdf _____________________________________________________________________ Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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2MC Podcast Eps 77 - Information Central!

Information Central! You got that right, it's 2MC. This episode is definitely your one-stop-shop to learn exactly where you need to go when you need something from Martin County! 0:00 | Intro 0:31 | Saying Informed 0:56 | Annual Report 2:08 | RFS 2:59 | Cone Zone 3:36 | Projects Portal 3:57 | Financial Transparency 4:58 | CIP 5:42 | Board Meeting Agendas 6:02 | MCTV 6:44 | County Connection 7:15 | Cone Zone Again! 8:22 | Boards & Committees 9:54 | Joining The Conversation 10:46 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ Upcoming BOCC Meeting: July 28. Meeting Agenda Open Government: Annual Report: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/968402c734474740ae92493ab010c0d8 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ RFS: https://rfs.martin.fl.us/app/f?p=1010:550:::NO:RP,550:REQUEST_TYPE_ID_APPITM:-1 Services: https://www.martin.fl.us/services Cone Zone: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/aec644650f7a46a7be4ce5f86c871a04 Projects Portal: https://www.martin.fl.us/Projects Budget Transparency: https://www.martin.fl.us/financial-transparency CIP: https://www.martin.fl.us/CIP Board Meetings: Agendas: https://www.martin.fl.us/agendas County Connection: https://visitor.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001WFINQJWcy-ZMOupmoBwuaiozolgRhAZZWWaxIxRwz218hSv1-vyO-tnDFIGkF4epfvoZTyKdcsGK0QY_cPrdL72n52hDb6Y1ipFFvuTbXpgzY8fWAYQ5lVCg0hS6fVA403-f3RkFFX2bBz8lxVq091hgHJWofZAjkBHWqSrxouLWLotW-2nxGhDNdxBA_C6XFAnLEDMcf2wfkBdgJ8yxSoxFT5x70Aie7BZ77A2iVnf-imZxyRkpeoWJQj0EDutvvOk-Z-XvvphHmcUyv8J4UIdjuv4QplCQhzs-Nwgv7mdkGjoByw8KUYwwUyPoznCKlORou8xmNgc%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Joining a board or committee: https://www.martin.fl.us/boards-committees MCTV: https://martin.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=24 _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials: https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissioners https://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/ https://twitter.com/MartinCountygov https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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2MC Podcast Eps 76 - Dolla Bills!

We're talking dolla dolla bills y'all! 2MC is your source for all things Martin County! Listen or watch and catch up on anything you missed. Like this week's episode: covering our important Budget Workshop! 0:00 | Intro 1:22 | Budget Workshop Review 4:28 | Next Steps 5:51 | Next Board Meeting 6:05 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ Budget Workshop: July 13 Budget timeline: a yearlong process Budget at a glance: tentative millage rate – no change from FY 26 Primary focus: maintain existing levels of service, major investments, public safety, infrastructure and asset maintenance Fiscal Strategy: operation efficiencies, cost controls, and process improvements Long Term Planning – strong reserves, proactive vs. reactive in our infrastructure maintenance Budget: Funds constitutional officers and 19th judicial circuit Where do your ad valorem dollars go in Martin County: 66% public safety, 24% general government, 7% Roads stormwater, environmental, 3% culture and recreation Utilities, Airport and Building services are all enterprise funds Non-departmental – revenues and expenditures that are either not county-wide or not part of a specific department Next steps: Early August – TRIM notices go out to property owners https://www.pamartinfl.gov/ 1st budget public hearing – September 15 2nd budget public hearing – September 29 Board Next Meeting: July 28 - https://martin.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Events: Horizons 2026: The Business Development Board is presenting Horizons 2026: Made in Martin on July 15 from 8:30 a.m. to noon. This annual forum will focus on the trends shaping the future of Martin County. Horizons 2026 will bring together commercial real estate professionals, manufacturers, lenders, investors, realtors, economic development leaders and business decision makers for an important community conversation. The event is free but registration is required. https://bdbmc.org/news/horizons-2026-made-in-martin/ MARTY Route Optimization Survey: Marty Bus is looking to improve service across Martin County and would love your thoughts! — riders and non-riders, residents and visitors are welcome to take the short survey. https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/c57f44777629490ca72680f2ca133d7b Board and Committee Vacancies: The Martin County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applications from individuals interested in being considered for appointment to fill a vacancy on the Industrial Development Authority and those interested in volunteering to serve on the Golden Gate, Jensen Beach, Hobe Sound, Port Salerno and Rio Neighborhood Advisory Committees (NAC). For an application, please call 288-5756 or send an email to dgordon@martin.fl.us. _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials: https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissioners https://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/ https://twitter.com/MartinCountygov https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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2MC Podcast Eps 75 - Pollinators!

2MC is your source for all things Martin County! More on this episode below! 0:00 | Intro 1:00 | Chlorination 1:55 | Parks Month! 3:25 | Weekend Movies 4:07 | Mission Backyard 5:36 | HB 803 6:20 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ Budget Workshop: July 13 and 14 - Board Next Meeting: July 28 - https://martin.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Semi-Annual Chlorination: Martin County Utilities, the City of Stuart and South Martin Regional Utility has temporarily changed the method of chlorinating potable water to ensure its future safety. Utility water users may notice an unusual chlorine taste or odor in their tap water from July 5-19. https://www.martin.fl.us/resources/semi-annual-free-chlorine-maintenance Parks and Recreation Month: July is Parks and Recreation Month and we're celebrating the many ways parks enrich our lives through the #PowerOf campaign! Throughout the month, Martin County Parks and Recreation will spotlight a different Power Of theme each week, including Play, Nature, Community, Connection, Belonging and Well-Being. https://www.martin.fl.us/PRDEvents Weekend Movies: “9-5” Lily Tomlin, Jane Fonda and Dolly Parton seek revenge on their politically incorrect boss. The film’s upbeat musical score includes the iconic title track "9 to 5" composed and performed by Dolly Parton. Saturday, July 11 from 2-4 p.m. at the Blake Library. Light jacket/sweater recommended for auditorium. https://mcls.libnet.info/event/15539666 Mission Backyard: Learn all the "top secret" tips and tricks to successfully implement a native garden, providing birds and other pollinators with critical forage, habitats, and a place to raise their young! Tuesday, July 14 from 6-7 p.m. at the Blake Library. https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16595352 Building Permit Exemptions: New building permit exemption provisions have been established under Florida House Bill 803 and are effective July 1, 2026. Exemptions apply to certain non-structural residential construction projects with a total value of less than $7,500. Property owners and contractors should be aware that many smaller, common home projects still require permits. https://www.martin.fl.us/new-rules-related-building-permit-exemptions _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials: https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissioners https://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/ https://twitter.com/MartinCountygov https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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2MC Podcast Eps 74 - Your Country & County Are Counting On You!

Ahead of all of the 250th celebrations, we're talking everything elections! Kherri Anderson, Chief Deputy of the Supervisor of Elections Office, joins MAK & Courtney on the pod to break it all down. We've got a busy election season coming so pay close attention! 0:00 | Intro 0:44 | Interview with Kherri Anderson 2:39 | Florida Primaries 5:00 | Vote-by-Mail 7:51 | Kherri's Job on Election Day 9:34 | Martin County Precincts 10:24 | Voter Changes 11:24 | Early Voting Locations 12:31 | Find Your Precinct 13:28 | Reaching Future Voters 14:06 | Election Stickers! 15:36 | 250th 16:10 | Office Tours 16:44 | New Voting Equipment 18:45 | Secure Ballot Intake Stations 19:32 | Sample Ballots 20:30 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ City of Stuart Recreation presents the fourth annual 4th of July Golf Cart Parade on Saturday, July 4 starting at 10:00 a.m. https://discovermartin.com/event/stuart-july-4th-celebrations/ Celebrate Independence Day and America’s 250th Anniversary with the City of Stuart in downtown Stuart on July 4! The festivities begin at 4:30 p.m. with family-friendly activities for kids, followed by live music at 5:00 p.m. Enjoy a Movie in the Park featuring National Treasure at 6:00 p.m., then cap off the evening with a spectacular fireworks display at 9:00 p.m. Food trucks will be on site throughout the event, offering a variety of delicious options for all ages. https://discovermartin.com/event/stuart-july-4th-celebrations/ USA 250th Birthday Celebration 🇺🇸 The Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast Friday, July 3rd https://discovermartin.com/event/usas-250th-birthday-celebration/ Join us for a star-spangled celebration as we honor 250 years of the United States of America with a fun-filled patriotic day for the whole family! Guests who arrive and say “Happy Birthday USA” at the front desk will receive $2.50 off admission per person in their party as we kick off the celebration in true red, white, and blue style! Enjoy a full day of hands-on patriotic fun, including: Patriotic scavenger hunt throughout the museum American flag craft activity Patriotic temporary tattoos Festive patriotic parade Cookie decorating Kona Ice (available for purchase, not included with admission) Celebrate Park and Recreation Month by taking our Passport Challenge July 1–31! Visit all six featured parks, complete your passport, and submit it with a photo by July 31 for a chance to win prizes. This week's theme, #ThePowerOfBelonging, celebrates how parks bring people together- like the FREE Senior Log Cabin Program at Langford Park. With 40+ programs serving more than 4,500 participants, it's helping build a stronger community. Learn about the Senior Log Cabin Program at www.martin.fl.us/seniorprograms. 📍Get your passport and challenge details at www.martin.fl.us/PRDEvents 📧Submit your completed passport by emailing it to events@martin.fl.us and tag @MyMcParks when sharing your adventure photos! _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials: https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissioners https://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/ https://twitter.com/MartinCountygov https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

2MC Podcast Eps 73 - Sean's On The Pod!

General Services Director, Sean Donahue, joins MAK & Courtney for this episode of 2MC! Sean talks us through 2 major projects: one that just finished and one that's just beginning! Plus, we tackle a couple Board Meeting happenings and some upcoming events! _____________________________________________________________________ 0:00 | Intro 0:37 | Curbside Waste Billing 1:14 | Acquiring Environmental Lands 2:05 | OMB 3:00 | Public Records 3:45 | Road to Readiness 6:00 | New Langford Park Pavilion 7:32 | The P3 7:56 | Interview with Sean Donahue 19:18 | SHIP Funding 20:02 | House of Refuge Art 20:33 | Sailfish Sands Hitting Bays Social League 21:50 | Outro _____________________________________________________________________ Board Next Meeting: July 28 - https://martin.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx PH -1: Public Hearing to consider adoption of an ordinance to change the way billing works for curbside solid waste services - billed via non-ad-valorem assessment, instead of being billed from the County’s contracted franchisee. streamline and ensure more efficient payment for services to the County. PHQJ-1: Public hearing to change the zoning district classification for Jesus House of Hope, Inc. on one parcel from Ag to Ag Ranchette. PHQJ-2: Public hearing to consider approval of first amendment to development agreement between Martin County and Newfield. Identifies 125 acre “environmental parcel” to be used by MC for environmental purposes (store excavated materials). Presented by John Maehl and Cory Bell, Major, US Army, Deputy District Commander, South Florida. Office of Management and Budget: Discussion of budget items requiring Board approval -Hobe Sound Bascule Bridge Rehab -Bridge Scour Protection Dept 3: Public Records Program Update. Chapter 119, Florida Statutes, requires local governments to maintain public records and provide access to those records upon request within a reasonable time. Sangeeta presented. Dept 5: Hurricane preparedness presentation. Sally Waite, EM Director. Dept 6: Lanford Park Project. Jensen Beach Garden Club presented about a community project to build a public gazebo at Langford Park, provide covered outdoor seating. JBHS design competition, Tristan Zafini won. The project is supported through financial contributions, in-kind services, donated materials, volunteer labor, and technical expertise from community partners including Jensen Beach High School, SkillsUSA, the National Association of Home Builders, the Treasure Coast Builders Association, Professional Women in Building, N2 Architecture, and Martin County Parks and Recreation. This project supports the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, Goal 1: Maintain and Invest in Existing and New Facilities, by enhancing an existing County park amenity through community partnership and donated resources. Dept 7: County presentation regarding MC Operations facility, P3 process. SHIP Funding Now Available: State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) funding is now available for owner-occupied rehabilitation (up to $75,000), emergency repairs (up to $20,000) and water/sewer hookup (up to $20,000). Applications are now being accepted for eligible Martin County homeowners. For eligibility requirements and application information, call 772-288-5456 or email jstellatos@martin.fl.us. https://www.martin.fl.us/SHIP Coastal Colors Paint Out Exhibit: The 2nd Annual Coastal Colors Paint Out exhibition brings together a stunning collection of plein-air works created during the 2nd Annual Paint Out at the historic House of Refuge. Each piece captures a fleeting moment where sky meets sea, where history stands against the elements and where artists translate place into emotion. Visit the exhibit now through July 28 at the Elliott Museum, located at 825 NE Ocean Boulevard in Stuart. https://hsmc-fl.com/calendar-events/ Hitting Bays Social League: Thursday nights just got better! Starting this Thursday, the Hitting Bays Social League brings together golfers of all skill levels for an evening of fun, food and friendly competition. Bring a team or sign up individually and enjoy a welcoming social atmosphere, delicious food, a non-alcoholic beverage and plenty of bragging rights. League play runs from 6-8 p.m. each week. https://www.martin.fl.us/SSGC/hitting-bay-leagues Locals Only Savings Program: Locals Only summer savings are back! Residents can score exclusive deals and discounts at local hotels, restaurants, shops, attractions, tours and more all summer long! Deals are for all Treasure Coast residents – just show a valid ID with a local address to redeem! https://discovermartin.com/locals-only/ _____________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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2MC Podcast Eps 72 - Local Friends

MAK & Courtney catch you up on ALL things Martin County, including our most recent Joint Meeting! Watch or listen: it's 2MC! 0:00 | Intro 0:33 | FIND 1:12 | ELOC Happenings 1:35 | MBSUs 2:32 | Joint Meeting 5:58 | National Mosquito Control Week 7:22 | On The Job 9:09 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ Next Board Meeting: June 23 - https://martin.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Covered in this episode: USACE AND FIND – INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY AND OKEECHOBEE WATERWAY MAINTENANCE Dredging Project Presentation Parcel for ELOC acquired near Poinciana Gardens Public Hearing for Lake Grove Water Municipal Service Benefit Unit - to allow installation of water lines Kevin Abbate – Parks Department Director Reinvestment Reserves presentation Development Review Map: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/b1364d1c59e44fdb9189918c8158816e On the Job: Sarah in Legislative: Martin County - On the Job walks you through a day in the life of different Martin County employees. In every department, from the Atlantic to Lake Okeechobee and everywhere in between, learn more about what keeps the county moving... it's people! In this episode we introduce you to Sarah Powers, our Legislative Coordinator. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4FDn5yeV50&feature=youtu.be _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials: https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissioners https://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/ https://twitter.com/MartinCountygov https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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2MC Podcast Eps 71 - Champion of Conservation

2MC welcomes special guest, John Maehl, back onto the pod this week. He's here to talk about all things conservation of course, but with an emphasis on a very special person in Martin County doing very special things... watch for more! 0:00 | Intro 1:19 | Interview with John Maehl 2:12 | Who is this donor? 4:18 | How did this actually work? 5:10 | Martin County Forever 8:26 | Saving The Scrub 10:31 | Stormwater Treatment Area 13:21 | Jensen Beach 15:23 | ELOC 18:05 | Explaining Easements 19:57 | Everglades 20:45 | Funding 23:47 | Chapter 24:41 | Outro Programs Mentioned in the Interview: Florida Forever: https://floridadep.gov/lands/environmental-services/content/florida-forever Martin County Forever: https://www.martincountyforever.com/ Rural and Family Lands Protection Program: https://www.fdacs.gov/Consumer-Resources/Protect-Our-Environment/Rural-and-Family-Lands-Protection-Program In other news... our next board meeting is on June 9th! Board Meeting: June 9 - https://martin.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

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2MC Podcast Eps 70 - Too Cool For School

MAK & Courtney are too cool for school (but only because it's summer, stay in school kids). We're talking all things SUMMER in Martin County! It's 2MC, so you know we've got the scoop on all things Martin County. 0:06 | Intro 0:42 | Summer Reading Program 2:21 | Next Board Meeting 2:48 | Self-Care Tween Thursdays 3:09 | Sailfish Sands 4:04 | Swimming Lessons 4:41 | Summer Camps 5:45 | Know Your Zone 6:03 | Outro ____________________________________________ Board Next Meeting: June 9 - https://martin.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Summer Reading Program: Dig into the Summer Reading Program and Unearth a Story™. Join us for reading, events, and lots of fun activities to qualify for prizes! There’s something for all ages. Get started today (May 29)! https://www.martin.fl.us/summer-reading-program Adult Summer Reading: supported by the Friends of the Martin County Library System. This year’s Adult Summer Reading Program will help you learn about the extras brought to you by the Friends! Review the list of activities and keep track of your adventures on the reverse side. To enter for a chance to win your own Martin County adventure, check off at least six items between May 29 and August 9, 2026. Fill out the reverse side of this sheet with your information and return it to your local Martin County library branch by August 11, 2026 to be entered into a prize raffle. www.mcls.beanstack.org Self-Care Tween Thursdays: Thursday, June 4: 6:30pm - 7:30pm, Blake Library. Ages 9 and up can swing by to join us for a relaxing craft (no sign-up needed). https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16240263 New Hours at Sailfish Sands: Sailfish Sands Hitting Bays & Restaurant is your destination to practice your swing, play interactive games, and enjoy great food and drinks all in one place. We are now open Sunday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m. and Friday through Saturday from 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Come by and enjoy a great golf experience paired with food, drinks and good times. https://www.martin.fl.us/SSGC/hitting-bays Swim Lessons: Swimming lessons make a difference! Swim lessons at Sailfish Splash are perfect for kids up to age 12! With expert instructors and a fun, supportive setting, learning to swim has never been better! And thanks to the Children's Services Council of Martin County S.P.L.A.S.H. Program, free lessons are available for qualifying Martin County families! https://www.martin.fl.us/swimming-lessons-sailfish-splash-waterpark Summer Camps at no Cost: The summer camp programs are proudly supported by the Children’s Services Council of Martin County. Martin County Parks and Recreation is offering free summer camp programs in three convenient locations for children ages 5 and older (children must have completed kindergarten). Open to youth residing in Martin County or youth who are enrolled in a Martin County Elementary or Middle School. *FREE Teen Summer. Dates: June 1 – July 31. No Summer Camp Programming will take place on Friday, July 3. Days: Monday – Friday, Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. https://www.martin.fl.us/SummerCamp _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials: https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissioners https://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/ https://twitter.com/MartinCountygov https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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2MC Podcast Eps 69 - Show The Snowy Plover Some Love

Ok... yes we talk about more than the Snowy Plover in this podcast; loads more actually! Watch or listen to hear about anything and everything Martin County! It's 2MC! 0:05 | Intro 0:37 | Proclamations 1:19 | Quiet Zones 1:55 | Interlocal Agreement 2:09 | RFP: Airport 2:58 | Floridays RV Park 3:31 | Pine School PAMP 3:41 | MARTY 4:31 | Land Easements 5:06 | Martin County Healthy Start 5:47 | The P3 7:25 | Jupiter Island Ocean Rescue Building 7:58 | Events! 9:22 | Shoreline Restoration Award 11:43 | au revoir! _________________________________________________________________________ Board Meeting: June 9 - https://martin.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Proclamations: Congratulations to The Pine School Boys Varsity Soccer Team for winning the Florida High School Athletics Association Class 1A State Championships. We also recognized National Safe Boating Week, Public Works Week, declared Memorial Day, and Emergency Medical Services Week in Martin County, Florida. Public Comments: The Board asked staff to bring back an agenda item regarding quiet zones with a Federal Rail Administration expert in attendance. Board Meeting: Interlocal Agreement for Fire Suppression and emergency medical services between Martin County and City of Stuart was approved. Approval to begin the Request for Proposal process for two vacant aeronautical parcels at Witham Field, each being 6.52± acres, located off Airport Road. The process will comply with all applicable laws and the Voluntary Corrective Action Plan, as approved by the Board and the Federal Aviation Administration Floridays Mobile Park- LDR text amendment is to modify the RV Park Standards specific to the Hobe Sound CRA. The Board received and filed the agenda item and all attachments and approved the Ordinance amending Article 12, Community Redevelopment Code, Land Development Regulations, Martin County Code. Watch the meeting for all the details. The Board approved the PAMP Amendment for The Pine School project. MARTY update: ridership and operations; Since July of 2025 there has been a 20% increase in ridership; since fare-free there has been an increase of 37% - add 21 new stops where there need to be bus stops. Starting the Route Optimization study. Approved the half cent sales tax to fund the acquisition of environmentally sensitive lands through conservation easement purchases. This Board of County Commissioners (Board) approved Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs) with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), Rural and Family Lands Protection Program. The Board approved an Option to Lease between Martin County and Martin County Healthy Start Coalition, Inc., and authorized the Chair to execute any documents necessary to complete this transaction. Proactive solution to Maternity Care in Martin County. P3 process and what that looks like - https://www.martin.fl.us/resources/public-private-partnership-p3-process The budgeting is in our CIP and also includes a fixed cost process – meaning there can be no contractor-initiated change orders. Jupiter Island – Approved the easement and site plan for the Fire Rescue building on Hobe Sound Beach Events! Airport Strategic Planning Open House – Thursday, May 21 at 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at 2011 SE Airport Rd, Stuart Music in the Park: Patio at Palm City Place enjoy music from artists Indigo Dreamers on Saturday, May 23 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Awards! Hutchinson Island Shore Protection Project wins ASBPA Best Restored Beaches The Hutchinson Island Shore Protection Project named a recipient of the prestigious 2026 Best Restored Beach Award by the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA), recognizing the project as one of the nation’s most successful coastal restoration efforts. Originally constructed in 1995, the Hutchinson Island Shore Protection Project was created to stabilize a critically eroded section of coastline. Over the past three decades, ongoing monitoring and adaptive management strategies have produced significant environmental benefits, including strengthened dune systems, a wider and more resilient beach, and enhanced nesting habitat for sea turtles. Today, the project serves as a national model for data-driven coastal management, demonstrating how strategic restoration efforts can successfully preserve dynamic beach ecosystems while delivering lasting environmental, recreational, and community benefits. _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials: https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissioners https://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/ https://twitter.com/MartinCountygov https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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2MC Podcast Eps 68 - Totally Pawesome

2MC is your one-stop-shop for all things Martin County. More details on what we covered in this episode... below! 0:00 | Intro 0:28 | Board Meeting Recap 1:07 | Land Donation 2:23 | Hobe Sound Storage Facility 2:57 | Office of Tourism and Marketing 4:03 | Mental Health Awareness 4:51 | Library Innovations 5:58 | Gizmo to the Rescue 6:56 | Boots Scootin' Bash 7:40 | Summer in the Parks (and Rec) 8:53 | Historic Preservation Month 10:05 | SEFAS Archaeology Day 10:40 | Knot House 11:21 | Golf Summer Camp 11:52 | UF IFAS 13:31 | Good Bug, Bad Bug 14:24 | Outro ____________________________________________ Board Meeting: May 5 - https://martin.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx May is Mental Health Awareness Month 4-part series with Human Services on YouTube https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1tBfdhkoePzyw5Y1cLv-mwEyDK9746LT&si=FikMy0kBt3P0oIAp Library NoveList Plus connects readers of all ages with book recommendations based on their preferences monthly book displays curated by staff onsite. May Author Talks https://bit.ly/MayAuthorTalks2026 (past recordings available too!) Gizmo's "Pawesome" Guide to Mental Health Saturday, May 16: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Blake Library (kids event) We’ll read Gizmo's Pawesome Guide to Mental Health and visit with Paws to Read dogs! You’ll also get your own copy of the book (while supplies last). Please register in advance: https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16272727 Teen Boot Scootin’ Bash Wednesday, May 13th: 6:00pm-8:00pm Vince Bocchino Community Center 2369 NE Dixie Hwy. Get ready for the final Teen Talent and Trends of the year! Grab your boots (or just your sneakers) and get ready to line dance the night away! Learn fun line dance moves, supported by Children’s Services Council of Martin County. Space is limited, so sign up today! For more information and to register please visit https://www.martin.fl.us/Teens or contact: teens@martin.fl.us or call (772) 320-3161 Summer Camps at no Cost: The summer camp programs are proudly supported by the Children’s Services Council of Martin County. Martin County Parks and Recreation is offering free summer camp programs in three convenient locations for children ages 5 and older (children must have completed kindergarten). Open to youth residing in Martin County or youth who are enrolled in a Martin County Elementary or Middle School. *FREE Teen Summer. Dates: June 1 – July 31. No Summer Camp Programming will take place on Friday, July 3. Days: Monday – Friday, Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. https://www.martin.fl.us/SummerCamp Free swimming lessons eligible Martin County youth between the ages of 6 months and 17 years of age through the S.P.L.A.S.H. program at Sailfish Splash Waterpark. Visit https://www.martin.fl.us/swimming-lessons-sailfish-splash... to learn more. This program is proudly support by Children’s Services Council of Martin County. Historic Preservation Month: www.martin.fl.us/historicpreservation May 15 (Friday), 2:00 PM | “House of Refuge: Preserving a Maritime Legacy” Lecture — Free Lecture at Blake Library, 2351 SE Monterey Rd., Stuart, FL, on the restoration of the House of Refuge (1876)**. Contact: 772-288-5702. May 16 (Saturday), 10:00 AM–2:00 PM | Open House at the Historic Apollo School (1924)** — Free Explore the restored two-room schoolhouse at 9141 SE Apollo St., Hobe Sound, FL. Contact: 772-486-9737. May 16 (Saturday), 10:30 AM–12:00 PM | SEFAS Archaeology Day — Free Family archaeology event at Hobe Sound Public Library, 10595 SE Federal Hwy., Hobe Sound, FL. Contact: 772-546-2257. May 16 (Saturday), 11:00 AM–2:00 PM | The Knott House Ceremonial Reenactment — Free Reenactment and lectures at Gazebo Park, 80 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart, FL. Contact: 772-260-1766. Golf Summer Camp: Make the most of your children's summer vacation by enrolling them in the Sailfish Sands Junior Golf Summer Camp, starting on June 9! Open to ages 7-17, this camp will give your kids the opportunity to practice at a one-of-a-kind facility with Trackman Range technology, have fun with other young golfers and learn the game of golf in a fun and interactive way! https://www.martin.fl.us/Junior-golf UF IFAS Martin County Programs Water Ambassador Program: Tuesday, May 19 – Ecosystem-scale water quality and natural systems restoration. More coming in June, July, Aug & Sept Other stuff: Master Gardner Plant Sales, Garden Help at Home Depot / Good Bugs, Bad Bugs and Smart Pest Solutions / Mosquito Bite Prevention https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/events/?location=martin

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2MC Podcast Eps 66 - THIS is Historic

Wondering... pondering... thinking about Martin County? You came to the right place! 2MC is the podcast for you! Details on what we covered THIS WEEK, below. 0:08 | Intro 0:25 | Next Board Meeting 0:53 | Art in Public Places 2:38 | Beach Fires 3:19 | Hazmobile 5:19 | Star Wars Crafts 6:03 | Historic Preservation Month 9:55 | Golf Summer Camp 11:39 | Library Survey 12:10 | Mosquito Control 12:45 | Outro Board Meeting: May 5 - https://martin.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Thanks to Martin County’s General Services Department for their care and craftsmanship in relocating Silent Sounds of Service by artist Gary Gresko to its new home at Fire Station 21 in the Old Palm City CRA! As part of Martin County’s Art in Public Places collection, this powerful sculptural wind chime features five suspended bells representing the five branches of the United States military, each incorporating authentic military artifacts that accompanied service members during times of conflict. The interiors of the bells are painted red, symbolizing the commitment carried within those who serve, while sculptural epaulets above reference ceremonial traditions of honor and recognition. Though shaped like a wind chime, the piece is intentionally silent—inviting reflection on service, remembrance, and the often-unspoken contributions of military members and their families. Beach Fire Permits: At Stuart Beach, fires are permitted from November through February, during the non-turtle nesting season, between 5:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., in designated fire pits. A valid permit is required. https://www.martin.fl.us/BeachFire Haz-Mobile: Martin County residents may bring up to 100 pounds or 20 gallons of household hazardous waste to the Mobile Household Hazardous Waste Collection Vehicle ("HazMobile") for FREE disposal. These items are accepted at the HazMobile: Aerosol cans Antifreeze Cleaners Fertilizers & Herbicides Filters Fluorescent bulbs Household batteries Paints Pesticides Used motor or cooking oil https://www.martin.fl.us/HHWaste Lego Club: Saturday, May 2 from 3-4 p.m. at the Peter and Julie Cummings Library. Do you love to build with LEGO® bricks? If you are age 4 and up, come join the fun at the library! We will provide the LEGO® bricks, so you only need to bring your imagination. Your build will be on display in the library for a month! This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc. https://mcls.libnet.info/event/15263194 This is the May: Star Wars Day: Come and create Star Wars crafts you will! Visit our crafting stations at the Robert Morgade Library on Saturday, May 2 and become one with the force. All ages welcome, all day event. https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16111265 Historic Preservation Month: Join the Martin County Historic Preservation Board for the official kick-off of Historic Preservation Month 2026 on Thursday, April 30, from 5-6 PM at the Stuart Heritage Museum. Connect with Partners in Preservation, enjoy brief remarks, and light refreshments as we celebrate the places and stories that shape Martin County’s history! Free and open to the public. www.martin.fl.us/historicpreservation Golf Summer Camp: Make the most of your children's summer vacation by enrolling them in the Sailfish Sands Junior Golf Summer Camp, starting on June 9! Open to ages 7-17, this camp will give your kids the opportunity to practice at a one-of-a-kind facility with Trackman Range technology, have fun with other young golfers and learn the game of golf in a fun and interactive way! https://www.martin.fl.us/Junior-golf Library Satisfaction Survey: Do you visit your local library or use any of our services? Please take a few moments to complete this brief survey. Your input will help us improve library services. If you have not been using the library, feel free to express why so we can better serve our community. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026MCLS Tire Round Up – Mosquito Control: • Open to Martin County residents • Limit of ten (10) passenger vehicle tires per household • Commercial and tractor tires will not be accepted • No appointment necessary. Staff will be on-site to assist Drop-Off Schedule (8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.): Saturdays • • May 2, 2026 | Langford Park, Jensen Beach • May 9, 2026 | Jock Leighton Park, Palm City This free service provides an easy way for residents to help reduce mosquito populations and support a healthier Martin County community. For more information visit https://www.martin.fl.us/TireDrive _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials: https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissioners https://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/ https://twitter.com/MartinCountygov https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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2MC Podcast Eps 64 - Birders and Beachers Beware

Birders and Beachers... we salute you! 2MC is tackling the topics you like to talk about the most. It's all things Martin County, all the time! 0:00 | Intro 0:43 | Gov Delivery 1:48 | Shoreline Protection 5:15 | Living Shoreline Project 6:57 | Lend a Hand 7:29 | House of Refuge 9:44 | Birding Excursion 11:08 | Mosquito Control 12:01 | Community Movie Night 12:44 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ Board Meeting: April 21 - https://martin.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Hutchinson Island Shore Protection Project: Last project was in 2018 The Federal Shore Protection Project includes nourishment of the northern 4 miles of Atlantic Coast beach in Martin County, including dune reconstruction and planting. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District Crews plan to use 360,000 cubic yards of beach‑compatible sand dredged from a local offshore borrow area to construct a dune and beach berm along 4 miles of shoreline on Hutchinson Island. Work also includes endangered species monitoring and other environmental compliance measures. Construction is scheduled during the environmental window of November 1 through April 30 to avoid impacts to nesting sea turtles. Ecological Associates, Inc. will identify and relocate sea turtle nests before and during construction, and the contractor will perform this work during construction. The project is funded through Flood Control and Coastal Emergencies (FCCE) funds following damages from Hurricane Nicole in 2022. While the storm caused significant erosion along portions of Florida’s coast, USACE assessments found that the federal shore protection project performed as designed. Federal shore protection projects are engineered to reduce coastal storm risk by absorbing wave energy and allowing beaches to erode during storms while protecting roads, critical infrastructure, and homes. In addition to supporting economic stability and tourism, beach renourishment restores essential habitat for shorebirds and marine turtles. Learn more about beach nourishment at https://www.martin.fl.us/beach-nourishment Indian Riverside Park Living Shoreline Design consists of native materials to stabilize the shoreline, maintain public access, and restore critical habitat. The living shoreline will restore nearly 2 acres of seagrass habitat. The 24 breakwaters are under construction and the toe stone has begun to be installed at the base of the mangroves. Should be completed by end of Summer 2026. https://owl.martin.fl.us/app/f?p=301:2:11407595437413::::P2_LIST_GROUP_ID,P2_LIST_ID:100,8116 Lend a Hand: Need a helping hand? Martin County’s Lend a Hand program has funds available to help qualifying Martin County Utilities customers who ae experiencing a financial hardship pay their water bill. https://www.martin.fl.us/martin-county-services/emergency-financial-assistance House of Refuge: House of Refuge, the county's oldest building, dating back to 1876. This nationally recognized historical site site has survived 150 years and 75 major storms, but it recently required significant repairs. Guided Birding Excursion: Join Explore Natural Martin April 20, 8am, at Allapattah Flats for a guided birding adventure through a scenic tropical forest. This event is perfect for birders of any level! Free event, registration required. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/explore-natural-martin-seasonal-birding-series-hardwood-hammock-tickets-1748319714329?aff=oddtdtcreator Tire Round Up – Mosquito Control: • Open to Martin County residents • Limit of ten (10) passenger vehicle tires per household • Commercial and tractor tires will not be accepted • No appointment necessary. Staff will be on-site to assist Drop-Off Schedule (8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.): Saturdays • April 18, 2026 | Post Family Park, Indiantown • April 25, 2026 | Hobe Sound Community Center, Hobe Sound • May 2, 2026 | Langford Park, Jensen Beach • May 9, 2026 | Jock Leighton Park, Palm City This free service provides an easy way for residents to help reduce mosquito populations and support a healthier Martin County community. For more information visit https://www.martin.fl.us/TireDrive Community Movie Night-Sandlot: Friday, April 24 from 6-9 p.m. at Langford Park Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, and loved ones for a perfect evening under the stars! Tired of the same old movie nights at home? It’s time to get out and experience something bigger. Join us for our Community Movie Night featuring the classic movie Sandlot on a 20-foot LED screen. https://www.martin.fl.us/PRDEvents _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

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