Palatka City Commission Faces Criticism Over Investigation Costs and Utility Assistance Successes

Overview: The recent Palatka City Commission meeting addressed issues, notably the ongoing investigation of City Manager Mr. Bell, alongside significant achievements in utility assistance for residents.

Palatka Planning Board Approves PAC Camal Subdivision Amid Concerns

Overview: The Palatka Planning Board held a detailed and contentious meeting, approving the final plat for the PAC Camal Subdivision and addressing significant rezoning requests and community feedback for the comprehensive plan update.

Palatka City Commission Grapples with City Manager Investigation Amid Employee Turnover Concerns

Overview: The Palatka City Commission convened a special meeting to address issues concerning City Manager Daryl Bell, including an employment investigation, employee turnover, and the potential extension of Bell’s probationary period.

Palatka Commission Debates Investigation Concerns and Transparency

Overview: During a recent Palatka City Commission meeting, the commissioners engaged in a heated discussion about a proposed employment investigation involving the city manager and related concerns about transparency and the cost of legal services. The meeting was marked by a demand for the city manager to exit the room during the commissioners’ deliberation, a request for legal counsel presence, and debates about the investigation’s extension and its financial implications.

Putnam County Council Debates Housing Developments

Overview: The Putnam County Council meeting delved into discussions about several large-scale development projects that could reshape the county’s landscape. The debate centered on the compatibility of these developments with the existing agricultural community, the impact on local infrastructure, and the affordability for residents. The proposed developments include a mixed-use project along State Road 207 and Alfred Road in East Palatka, which aims to build 700 single-family homes and 60,000 square feet of commercial space, and a planned unit development (PUD) amendment that could see the construction of over 650 homes with an estimated value of $350,000 each.