St. Johns County
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St. Johns County: A Pivotal Moment for Community Unity
A pivotal moment can change everything. I hope the June 3 Commissioners meeting is such a moment. It was a pleasure to watch the meeting on June 3. It was uplifting. It was positive. It was hopeful. There was no tension. There was minimal name calling, and that was drowned out by positive comments. Testimonials Continue reading
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ICYMI… Who slowed the growth in St Johns County?
Did anyone else see Commissioner Joseph take credit for slowing the growth in St Johns County? I watched the replay twice with my jaw on the floor and, in fact, she did. I guess humility isn’t in her playbook. It is offensive that Commissioner Joseph’s childish behavior continues in her making it plain to every Continue reading
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At what point does “freedom of speech” become “I deserve access to private information about others?”
In St Johns County, a cloud of controversy surrounds County Administrator Joy Andrews following public accusations of misconduct, culminating in a no-confidence vote. Despite facing harsh scrutiny and personal attacks, Andrews responded with professionalism, emphasizing the need to protect employee rights and integrity. The situation highlights ongoing tensions within the Board of Commissioners. Continue reading
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Can you say sabotage?
During a County Commissioners meeting on February 4, 2025, Chair and Commissioner Taylor raised allegations of unaddressed sexual harassment against County Administrator Joy Andrews, which prompted concerns over confidentiality and procedure. Commissioner Joseph suggested a recess for review of related emails. The public discussion risked undermining trust and reputation, raising questions about motives. Continue reading
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All You Had To Do Is Call Me and Talk About It
The changes introduced by Commissioner Krista Joseph in the St Johns County Board of County Commissioners meetings, including assigning the Pledge of Allegiance to County staff rather than volunteer veterans, have sparked controversy. This shift highlights the tension between disruptive and destructive change, emphasizing the importance of communication and respect in leadership. Continue reading
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The Tactic of Fueling Hatred
The American public increasingly accepts unverified social media claims, often driven by personal agendas or ignorance. In St. Johns County, developers are unfairly demonized, creating division among residents amidst growth frustrations. The new county commission may amplify this division while potentially jeopardizing legal standing with developers, raising concerns about long-term consequences for the community. Continue reading
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A Huge Win for St Johns County
St Johns County has won a significant legal battle against a developer who defaulted on their agreement. After a year of brutality where the St Johns County Commissioners were trashed, beat up on and called corrupt for being in the pocket of developers, we need to move forward. Yet the misleading information about the current Continue reading
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Shame
So, I wonder if this is how our County is going to work next year. No collaboration. No listening (to anyone who disagrees). Decisions made on a personal agenda without regard for facts, the law, respect for fellow commissioners or respect for the County, as a whole. I had (naively?) hoped that after the primaries, Continue reading
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Beware Election Day Aggression
As you go to the polls to vote tomorrow, be aware that there are volunteers who are aggressively pushing a particular Voter Guide to all who approach. There are some ugly goings-on about Voter Guides, and my purpose here is not to promote one over the other. Know WHO you are voting for and WHY Continue reading
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Trust
With only two days until the primary election, I have one more post to write. Watching TV last night, I heard the term “bond of trust.” That is what this election is about. We have three challenger candidates who are neither qualified nor trustworthy running to unseat three incumbents who are overwhelmingly qualified and who Continue reading
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