Palatka Historic Preservation Board Seeks to Adopt St. Augustine Color Palette Amid Compliance Concerns

Overview: The Palatka Historic Preservation Board meeting on December 4, 2025, focused on the proposal to adopt the St. Augustine historic color palette, addressing ongoing compliance issues with Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs), and reviewing requests for after-the-fact modifications to historic properties. Members expressed a commitment to uphold historical integrity while navigating procedural challenges.

Palatka Pension Board Reviews Investment Policy Amid Market Volatility

Overview: The Palatka Pension Board meeting covered substantial ground, focusing on an update to its investment policy to comply with state legislation and reviewing market performance in the face of economic challenges. The board also addressed financial compliance deadlines and discussed measures to ensure the integrity of pension payments.

Palatka Planning Board Approves Variance for Habitat for Humanity Home

Overview: During a recent Palatka Planning Board meeting, members unanimously approved a variance request from Putnam Habitat for Humanity to build a 512-square-foot home in the Veterans Village subdivision, despite a city ordinance requiring a minimum living area of 850 square feet. The meeting centered on the deliberations surrounding this variance as well as two annexation requests, which were also approved.

Palatka Pension Board Tackles Investment Policy Amid Market Uncertainty

Overview: The City of Palatka Police Officers Retirement Plan Board of Trustees convened to address several issues, including updates to the investment policy, market performance, and the financial health of the pension plan. Discussions centered on adapting investment strategies in light of new state legislation, analyzing market dynamics, and ensuring the sustainability of retirement funds.

Crescent City Commission Faces Challenges with Gas Department and Utility Rates

Overview: During the Crescent City Commission meeting on November 25, 2025, discussions unfolded regarding the management of the city’s gas department and the proposed utility rate changes. Commissioners delved into the issues of staffing shortages, financial sustainability, and the potential sale of the gas system.