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Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) was created on March 11, 2008, and is composed of 5-11 members, including a sitting County Commissioner, citizens, and professionals in the home building, financing, and community planning industries. The members serve three-year terms. The Committee reviews the adopted established policies and procedures, ordinances, land development regulations, and the local government comprehensive plan, and makes recommendations on any specific actions or initiatives to encourage or facilitate affordable housing projects.
The Clay County Board of Adjustments (CCBOA) is composed of five appointed citizen members, often from the engineering or building trade. Board members serve a four-year term, and appointment to the board is not by district or trade. The Board conducts hearings to determine appeals when it is alleged that there is an error in any order, requirement, decision, or determination on variances made by an administrative official in the enforcement of any zoning ordinance or regulation adopted pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes. The CCBOA meets on the 4th Thursday of every month at 5:00 P.M., on the 4th floor of the Administration Building.
First Coast Workforce Development Consortium
The First Coast Workforce Development Consortium provides public oversight of CareerSource Northeast Florida, operated by First Coast Workforce Development, Inc., which is responsible for providing a trained workforce to employers in Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, Putnam, and St. Johns Counties. An elected official from each county in the region will serve on this committee through their term of office. CareerSource NEFL administers an annual budget of approximately $20 million and functions around several initiatives designed to connect job seekers in transition with training and employment and focuses on economic development through workforce preparation. The organization plays a key role in attracting new business and helping current businesses expand in Northeast Florida. Meetings are held via teleconference twice a year or scheduled as needed.
The Charter Review Commission consists of fifteen electors as members and five additional electors as alternate members appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. Members shall be appointed at least 12 months before the general election held every four years. The Charter Review Commission shall review the Home Rule Charter and propose any amendments or revisions that may be advisable for placement on the general election ballot. No member of the State Legislature or Board of County Commissioners shall be a member of the Charter Review Commission. The Charter Review Commission shall meet for organizational purposes within thirty days after the appointments have been made. The Charter Review Commission shall elect a chairman and vice chairman from among its membership. Further meetings of the Charter Review Commission shall be held upon the call of the chairman or a majority of the members. All meetings shall be open to the public. A majority of the members of the Charter Review Commission shall constitute a quorum.
Clay County Historic Preservation Board
The Clay County Historic Preservation Board (CCHPB) is an advisory board to the Board of County Commissioners composed of up to 11 at-large or by district citizens appointed by the BCC for up to two five-year terms. Clay County has a historic preservation element in the 2045 Comprehensive Plan, and the Land Development Regulations require this board to be in place. The Board works to preserve and protect the integrity of Clay County’s significant historic and archeological resources through identification, evaluation, recognition, and education. The Board meets on the 1st Thursday of each month at 5:30 P.M. in the Board of County Commissioners Meeting Room. For further information about the Historic Preservation Board, you can view Article 12 of the Clay County Land Development regulations.
Construction Trades Licensing Board
The Construction Trades Licensing Board (CTLB) is comprised of five members with experience in construction, engineering, architecture, business, or contracting. The board members serve three-year terms, with two initial terms shorter than three years to ensure overlapping service. This Board recommends parameters for licensing to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) and disciplines locally registered contractors. Florida Statutes require jurisdictions to have a Board in place if they choose to issue local licenses.
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Management Group consists of several different County agencies that review plans for Land Development Code compliance. The management group facilitates plan review and provides for plan management at the completion of development. The Development Review Management Group’s goal is to provide streamlined reviews and professional service to all. Development Review inputs are provided by Clay County Addressing/GIS, Building Division, Development Management Services, Engineering Department, Landscaping, Planning Division, Fire Marshal, and Zoning Division. Other governmental and non-governmental agencies with input into the development review process include the Clay County Health Department, Clay County Utility Authority, Clay Electric Cooperative, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Jacksonville Utility Authority, and the St Johns River Management District.
Fleming Island Citizen Advisory Committee
The Fleming Island Citizens Advisory Committee (FICAC) was established in 1979 for the orderly development of the Fleming Island Planning District. The Committee consists of 5 to 11 residents living in the Fleming Island Planning District. Members are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners and serve in an advisory capacity to the Board. The Committee meets on an as-needed basis to review Future Land Use and Rezoning applications for property within the Fleming Island Planning District. If you are interested in serving on this committee, please fill out the online citizen application form.
Gateway Citizens Advisory Committee
The Gateway Citizens Advisory Committee (GCAC) is not currently active; however, applications are always welcome. The Committee consists of 5 to 11 residents living in the Gateway Planning District, located in the northeast corner of Clay County. Members are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners and serve in an advisory capacity to the Board. The Committee meets on an as-needed basis to review Future Land Use and Rezoning applications for properties within the Planning District. If you are interested in serving on this committee, please fill out the online citizen application form.
The Housing Finance Authority (HFA) of Clay County is a board of five members in the construction, finance, real estate, and insurance industries, along with one citizen member, each serving a term of four years. The CCHFA meets on the third Thursday of the month at 9:00 A.M. on the fourth floor of the Clay County Administration Building, 477 Houston Street, Green Cove Springs, FL, 32043. The CCHFA was created to provide safe, sanitary, and decent housing; to encourage investment by private enterprise; and to stimulate construction and rehabilitation of housing through the use of public funds. When the market is favorable, the HFA may obtain funds through the issuance of bonds at relatively low interest rates. These bonds are eligible to Clay County citizens of low to moderate income at reasonable mortgage loan interest rates.
Investment Committee
The Investment Committee is comprised of the Clerk of Court and Comptroller (Clerk), Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners or designee, and County Manager. This committee provides the overall direction for investing under the Investment Policy, with the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller directing investments under that direction. The investment of funds shall comply with all controlling state statutes, ordinances, and covenants covering the Board’s investments.
Juvenile Justice Circuit Advisory Board, 4th Judicial Circuit
The Juvenile Justice Circuit Advisory Board (CAB) is established under Florida law in each judicial circuit to strengthen and improve the juvenile justice system. Working with the chief probation officer, the CAB uses data to guide policy, enhance services, and support positive outcomes for youth and families. Each Board represents its community through required membership that includes local justice officials, education and health representatives, faith and business leaders, community members, and youth and families with juvenile justice experience. The Fourth Judicial Circuit Board is comprised of 27 members from Clay, Duval, and Nassau counties. There are no term limits for Board members. To ensure compliance and effective participation, each statutory representative—or their appointed designee—serves on the CAB and attends quarterly meetings. For membership forms or additional information, contact: Chief Probation Officer Christopher Massey, CAB Chair, christopher.massey@fldjj.gov.
Keystone Heights Citizens Advisory Committee (Not Currently Active)
The Keystone Heights Citizens Advisory Committee is not currently active; however, applications are always welcome. The Committee consists of 5 to 11 residents living in the Keystone Heights Planning District. Members are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners and serve in an advisory capacity to the Board. The Committee meets on an as-needed basis to review future land use and rezoning applications for properties within the planning district. If you are interested in serving on this committee, please fill out the online citizen application form.
Lake Asbury/Penney Farms Citizens Advisory Committee
The Lake Asbury/Penney Farms Citizen Advisory Committee (LA-PFCAC) was re-established in 2021 for the orderly development of the Lake Asbury/Penney Farms Planning District. The committee consists of 5 to 11 residents living in the Lake Asbury/Penney Farms Planning District area (which includes the Lake Asbury Master Plan area). Members are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners and serve in an advisory capacity to the Board. The committee meets on an as-needed basis to review future land use and rezoning applications for property within the Lake Asbury/Penney Farms Planning District. If you are interested in serving on this committee, please fill out the online citizen application form.
The Land Conservation Committee (LCC) consists of up to eleven volunteer members with agricultural, conservation, and environmental experience, appointed by the Board of County Commissioners to serve in an advisory capacity. The committee will evaluate lands that have been nominated for the County to acquire under the newly adopted Clay Forests and Farms Conservation Land Program (FFCLP). This program aims to protect lands within Clay County that house vital resources like wildlife habitats, drinking water sources, and working forests and farms. The LCC will rank properties according to the program’s conservation goals and then make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners for each property. The LCC will also make suggestions on how to manage and maintain the land moving forward, ensuring future success.
Middleburg/Clay Hill Citizen Advisory Committee
The Middleburg/Clay Hill Citizens Advisory Committee was re-established in 2023 for the orderly development of the Middleburg/Clay Hill Planning District. The committee consists of 5 to 11 residents of the Middleburg/Clay Hill Planning District area (which includes the Clay Hill Overlay District area). Members are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners and serve in an advisory capacity to the Board. The committee meets on an as-needed basis to review future land use and rezoning applications for properties within the Middleburg/Clay Hill Planning District. If you are interested in serving on this committee, please fill out the online citizen application form.
North Florida Transportation Planning Organization (TPO)
The North Florida Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is the independent regional transportation planning agency for Duval, Clay, Nassau, and St. Johns counties. The federal government requires areas developed around cities with 50,000 or more people to have a “metropolitan planning organization” like the TPO to coordinate planning and funding. There are 27 of these organizations in the State of Florida. The North Florida TPO Board is comprised of elected officials and transportation agency representatives and is led by an executive director. Currently, the TPO has 15 voting members and five non-voting/ex officio members. The Board meets monthly (except in January and July) to discuss issues and make decisions about future transportation projects, initiatives, and improvements. Meetings are held on the second Thursday at 10 A.M. in the North Florida TPO Board Room. Based on the population of Clay County, two Clay County Commissioners will serve on the Board for a term of four years.
Northeast Florida Regional Council
The Northeast Florida Regional Council (NEFRC) is one of ten regional planning councils in the State of Florida, serving seven counties: Baker, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, Putnam, and St. Johns. The Council brings together local governments, businesses, and community partners to address regional challenges and opportunities that cross jurisdictional lines. The NEFRC is governed by a board of directors composed of elected officials, gubernatorial appointees, and ex-officio members. Each county is represented by four members: two appointed by the County Commission (typically County Commissioners), one municipal representative selected by the County Commission, and one appointed by the Governor’s Office. Board members meet on the first Thursday of the month, at 40 E. Adams Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Board members are often asked to serve on committees that help guide the Council’s work in areas such as Affordable Housing, Legislative Affairs, and Finance. Serving on the NEFRC Board offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with leaders from across Northeast Florida, learn about emerging regional issues, and shape the Council’s priorities for the year ahead. A few of their program focus areas include emergency preparedness, resiliency, economic development, and the largest program – the 18-county healthcare coalition, each advancing the shared goal of building a stronger, safer, and more sustainable region.
OakLeaf Branan-Ridge Citizens Advisory Committee
The Oakleaf Branan-Ridge Citizens Advisory Committee was re-established in 2025 for the orderly development of the OakLeaf Branan-Ridge Planning District (formerly known as the Doctors Inlet/Ridgewood Planning District). The Committee consists of 5 to 11 residents of the Planning District area who are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners and serve in an advisory capacity to the Board. The Committee meets on an as-needed basis to review future land use and rezoning applications for properties within the OakLeaf Branan-Ridge Planning District. If you are interested in serving on this committee, please fill out the online citizen application form.
The Planning Commission (PC) is an advisory board to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC), comprised of seven members, appointed by the BCC, with additional representatives from the School Board and Camp Blanding. Commission members must be Clay County residents, but do not need to live in their district. Commissioners serve a two-year term. Pursuant to Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, the Planning Commission has been designated by the BCC as the official local planning agency for the County’s comprehensive planning process. The Planning Commission provides recommendations in matters of comprehensive planning, zoning, and the Land Development Code. Meetings are held at 5:00 P.M. on the first Tuesday of each month in the Board of County Commissioners Meeting Room, located on the fourth floor of the County Administration Building. While most matters under consideration by the Planning Commission are official public hearings, all meetings are open to the public. To view the Planning Commission meetings, watch on Comcast Channel 260 or live on Facebook at @ClayCtyBCC. To view the agenda/minutes for the Planning Commission, please visit our Agendas/Minutes page.
Public Safety Coordinating Council
The Clay County Public Safety Coordinating Council was established on May 11, 2021, by Resolution No. 2020/2021-58, in accordance with Section 951.26, Florida Statutes, which requires each county to create a Public Safety Coordinating Council or join a regional consortium. This Council serves as the official planning body for the Criminal Justice, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Reinvestment Grant Program, as outlined in Section 394.657, Florida Statutes. Working closely with the County’s planning and budget offices, the Council provides formal recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners on how the program can be most effectively implemented to benefit the community. The Council meets quarterly, typically on the last Friday of the month at 9:30 A.M., in the Board of County Commissioners Meeting Room, unless otherwise noted. The Chairperson of the Board of County Commissioners, or another County Commissioner as designated, will serve on this committee.
Springs Citizens Advisory Committee
The Springs Citizens Advisory Committee was re-established in 2024 for the orderly development of the Springs Planning District. The Committee consists of 5 to 11 residents living in the Springs Planning District and shall serve two-year terms on a staggered basis. Members are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners and serve in an advisory capacity to the Board. The Committee meets on an as-needed basis to review future land use and rezoning applications for properties within the Springs Planning District. If you are interested in serving on this committee, please fill out the online citizen application form.
The Clay County Tourist Development Council (TDC) is established by ordinance and is composed of nine (9) members appointed by the Board of County Commissioners and is chaired by a Clay County Commissioner. Two members of the council shall be elected municipal officials, at least one of whom shall be from the most populous municipality in the county or subcounty special taxing district in which the tax is levied. Six members of the council shall be persons who are involved in the tourist industry and who have demonstrated an interest in tourist development, of which members, not less than three nor more than four, shall be owners or operators of motels, hotels, recreational vehicle parks, or other tourist accommodations in the county and subject to the tax. All members of the council shall be electors of the county. TDC members serve staggered terms of four years. The TDC currently meets six times per year on dates set by the TDC and is an advisory committee of the Clay County Board of County Commissioners. The TDC administers funds received from the Tourist Development Tax (TDT) and oversees and recommends ways to promote Clay County as a tourist destination, in full compliance with Florida State Statute 125.0104.
Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TD)
Florida’s Transportation Disadvantaged Program was created in 1979 through the enactment of Chapter 427, Florida Statutes. In 1989, the Florida Legislature created the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged to provide statewide policy guidance and oversight over Florida’s Transportation Disadvantaged Program. Members of Coordinating Boards represent local and State agencies as well as citizens. The TD provides information, advice, and direction to the Community Transportation Coordinators on the services to be provided to the transportation disadvantaged through the Florida Coordinated Transportation System. The goal of the TD Program is to effectively coordinate funds and activities to provide older adults, persons with disabilities, and persons with low income with access to employment, health care, education, and other life-sustaining activities. Transportation services are available in all 67 Florida counties for persons who are eligible and have no access to transportation. Services are provided through a statewide network of community transportation coordinators. The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board meets quarterly or as needed in the BCC Meeting Room. The appointed chairperson shall be an elected official from the county that the LCB serves and will serve until their elected term of office has expired or otherwise been replaced by the Designated Official Planning Agency.
Tara S. Green, Clay County Clerk of Courts & Comptroller. The Clay County Value Adjustment Board (VAB) is governed under the provisions of Chapter 194, Florida Statutes, and Rules 12D-9, 12D-10, and 12D-16.002, Florida Administrative Code. The VAB is comprised of five members: two county commissioners, one citizen appointed by the commissioners, one school district member, and one citizen appointed by the school district member. To qualify under the law, the County appointee must own homestead property in Clay County, Florida, and the school district appointee must own commercial property in Clay County, Florida. The VAB usually meets twice annually, once in the fall and once in the winter. The VAB oversees these administrative proceedings that provide citizens with an opportunity to file petitions challenging the determinations of the property appraiser regarding exemption and valuation issues. Special Magistrates conduct the hearings on the petitions to make written recommendations to the VAB. The VAB meets for the purpose of acting on the recommendations of the Special Magistrates. The VAB also meets to conduct organizational duties and certify the tax rolls. For more information, contact Clay County Clerk of Courts & Comptroller, Attn: Value Adjustment Board Department, P.O. Box 698, Green Cove Springs, Florida 32043. Email VAB@clayclerk.com or call (904) 529-4125. For more information, visit the Value Adjustment Board website.