St. Johns County, Florida - St. Johns County Government

Introduction
In FY2013-14, the national and world economies continued slow recoveries from the Great Recession and
every business faces a “new normal” in how it operates and successfully competes in the new economy.
The Economic Development Council (EDC) continues to serve as a positive resource which provides
year-round support to business owners, executives, and entrepreneurs who may be seeking to start, expand
or relocate enterprises in St. Johns County.
The EDC has worked and continues to work to encourage businesses to expand and to relocate in St. Johns
County. The good news to share this year is that our local economy continues to improve ahead of the pace
of most of the rest of the land.
On pages 15-17, you will find 17 announced projects representing new and expanding local businesses and 18
instances highlighting additional economic activity. This list contains projects that serve both our job
generation goals as well as our non-residential tax base expansion goals.
The EDC offers a valuable connection point linking businesses to key resources. EDC events provide unique
networking opportunities, access to St. Johns County’s most successful businesses and assist local leaders in
increasing awareness of local, state and national economic issues.
A quick look at key economic indicators for St. Johns County:
 Unemployment rate is 4.7% (November, 2014). St. Johns County’s unemployment rate of 4.7% was
considerably lower than both the state (5.6%) and national (5.5%) unemployment averages for this
same time period.
 Private sector average wage rate increased to $36,489
 Property tax base increased 2.9% to $17.5 billion
 Commercial property tax base increased 0.2% to $2.5 billion
The St Johns County Board of Commissioners approved a new and improved incentives ordinance in
FY2013-14 which gives our community a more competitive set of tools to ensure St. Johns County
businesses continue to thrive.
The EDC hired a new economic development vice president, Declan Reiley, with 25 years experience in
adding value to economic development programs on both the Atlantic and Pacific coasts and in both the
private and public sectors.
The expansion of local businesses, the introduction of new enterprises with new employment opportunities
and the expansion of the non-residential tax base will continue to benefit the residents and economy of St.
Johns County.
We are delighted to present the details of this progress in our FY2013-14 Annual Report.
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Table of Contents
Economic Development Council Leadership
4
Mission & Investors
8
2014 Goals
9
Workforce
10
Education & Training
11
Economic Advocacy
12
Education
13
Funding the EDC
14
Announcements
15
New & Expanding Companies
16-17
Under Construction
18-20
Completed Projects
21-26
Partners
27
Why Business Leaders Invest in the EDC
28
JAXUSA Partnership Annual Report
Addendum 1
29-30
Sources & Uses of Funds Report
Addendum 2
31
2013-2014 Quarterly Reports to St. Johns County
Addendum 3
32-46
2013 Property Valuation Data
Addendum 4
47-48
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St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce
Economic Development Council (EDC)
Executive Committee
2013-14 EDC Leadership
Christopher Park, Chair
Bill Curtis, Vice Chair
Jason Barrett
Mark Farrell
Larry Lake
Rob Matthews
Mark Pinto
Victor Raymos, Chair, SJC Chamber of Commerce
Larry Lake, Ph.D.
BayView Healthcare
Christopher Park
Chair, EDC
Staff
Isabelle Rodriguez, President
Declan Reiley, Vice President, Economic Development
Carol Saviak, Government Relations Manager
Additional support provided by Chamber of Commerce staff
Collaborative support provided by
Melissa S. Glasgow, Director of Economic Development,
Office of the County Administrator,
St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners
Bill Curtis
Law Offices of Curtis
& Associates, PA
Vice Chair, EDC
Rob Matthews
Matthews Design
Jason Barrett
Flagler Hospital
Mark Pinto
The Fiorentino Group
Victor Raymos
St. Augustine &
St. Johns County
Board of Realtors
Mark Farrell
Killashee
Investments LLC
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Mission
The mission of the Economic Development Council is two fold: to bring new business and industry
into the community and to help existing business and industry to prosper. Investors
Elite
Flagler Hospital
THE PLAYERS Championship/
PGA Tour
St. Johns County
Northeast Florida Regional
Airport at St. Augustine
Stellar
Trustee
City of St. Augustine
Benefactor
Advanced Disposal
Flagler College
Jacksonville Jaguars
Northrop Grumman Corp.
VyStar Credit Union
Wells Fargo
St. Augustine Record
Visionary
Brooks Rehabilitation
Florida Blue
University of North Florida
Burkhardt Sales & Service
JEA
Wells Fargo
Citi
Mayo Clinic
Florida Power & Light Co.
Rogers Towers, P.A.
Community Builder
Ameris Bank
ATP Tour
Bank of America
Baptist Medical Center South
BB&T Corporation
Carlisle Interconnect
Technologies
Community Hospice of
Northeast Florida
DR Horton
Herbie Wiles Insurance
Holland & Knight LLP
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Lewis, Longman & Walker, PA
Republic Services
Vicar’s Landing
Wayne Hogan of Terrell Hogan,
PA
Chamber Partner
2G Group
JAXPORT
SAPA Aluminum
A.D. Davis Construction Corp.
KeHE Distributors
AAA Auto Club South
Marlin Consulting Solutions
Slammer & Squire at World Golf
Village
Carr, Riggs & Ingram
Memorial Hospital
Comcast Business
Neville, Breidenstein &Waino,
CPAs
Community First Credit Union
Constangy, Brooks & Smith
Courtyard by Marriott
Elkins Constructors
England, Thims & Miller
Fletcher Management Company
Girl Scouts of Gateway Council
Gray Robinson
Gunster, Yoakley & Stewart
Harbor Community Bank
Historic Tours of America
NTE Solutions
Oxford Dental Associates
PIP Printing & Marketing Services
Ponte Vedra Recorder
Southern Exposure Real Estate
Services
St. Augustine Alligator Farm
Tek Systems
The PARC Group
The Renaissance World Golf
Village Resort
Regions Bank
The World Famous Oasis
Restaurant & Deck
Ring Power
ThompsonBaker Agency
Ripley’s Believe It or Not!
Museum
Tiffany & Co.
Rox Volleyball
Walmart
RS&H
Rulon International
Business Builder
97Park
BayView Healthcare
CHASE Bank
A1A Ale Works, Inc.
Beach 105.5 FM
City of St. Augustine Beach
AA Bail Able Bail Bonds
Beacher's Lodge Oceanfront
Suites
Clear Channel Outdoor
Access Family Medicine
Akerman LLP
Allstate Insurance Company
Applebee's
Aramark@Flagler College
ASAP Towing and Storage
Atkins
Atlantic Dodge Chrysler Jeep,
Inc.
Atlantic Stone and Tile
Auld & White Constructors, LLC
Avis-Budget North of St.
Augustine
Batson-Cook Company
Beachview Event Rentals &
Design
Blue Sky Farms
Coastalmedia
Cologix
Brightway Insurance - Palencia
Brumos Automotive
Bug Out Service
Columbia Restaurant
Comfort Inn & Suites
Cowan Financial Group
C7 Creative
Craig Funeral Home, Inc.
Caddy Clipz, Inc.
Capital City Bank
Davidson Realty, Inc.
CareerSource Northeast Florida
Days Inn St Augustine/Historic
Downtown
Casa Monica Hotel
DiMare Construction Co.
Cathedral Place Office Building
Discovery Map of St. Augustine
CCIN Real Estate Services, Inc.
DoubleTree by Hilton
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Coastal Realty & Property
Management, Inc.
Embry Riddle Aeronautical
University
Environmental Services, Inc.
EverBank
First Citizens Bank
First Coast Re-Bath
First Coast Technical College
Fisher Koppenhafer Architecture
and Interior Design
Florida Capital Bank, N.A.
Florida Eye Specialists, PA
Flowers By Shirley
Fountain of Youth Archaeological
Park
Freehold Capital Management,
Inc.
GriggsGroup, CPAs
Marsh Creek Country Club
Robi E. Tamargo, Psy. D
Marywood Retreat Center
Ruckus Advertising and Public
Relations
MatrixOneSource
Matthews Design Group, Inc.
May Realty & Resort Rentals
McClure Bloodworth, P.L.
McGuiness Commercial
Properties
McKenzie HR
San Sebastian Winery
Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort &
Spa
Serenata Beach Club
Small Business Development
Center at UNF
Southern Oak Insurance
Company
Medi MD
Mellow Mushroom
Milam Howard Nicandri Dees &
Gillam, P. A.
Montgomery Land Company
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney
Morgan Stanley Wealth
Management
St. Augustine Hotel & Suites at
World Golf Village
St. Augustine Social
St. Augustine & St. Johns County
Board of Realtors
St. Augustine Distillery
Moultrie Creek Nursing & Rehab
St. Augustine Lighthouse and
Museum
Nissan of St. Augustine
St. Francis Inn
St. Johns Builders Council
Home Care Assistance
Northeast Florida Regional
Council
HyperScreens, LLC
Ocean Gallery Properties, Inc.
St. Johns County Education
Foundation, Inc.
Hyundai of St. Augustine
Olde Carriage Realty, Inc.
St. Johns County School District
Industrial Construction Services
& Design, Inc.
One Voice
Productions/Rentaland
St. Johns County Sheriff's Office
Jack Wilson Buick GMC
Orthopaedic Associates of St.
Augustine
St. Johns River State College
Hancock Bank
Haven Hospice
HDR Engineering, Inc.
Jacksonville Aviation Authority
Jacksonville Orthopaedic Institute
- Beaches
JTN Construction & Maintenance
Services, Inc.
Killashee Investments, LLC
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
King Engineering Associates
Kresge, Platt & Abare, PLLC
Law Offices of Curtis &
Associates, PA
Lee & Cates Glass
Marian Services, Inc.
Palm Valley Fish Camp
Peace Love Home
Stagecoach R.V. Park, Inc.
State Farm Insurance
Pet Paradise Resort
Steve Chapman's All American
Air Conditioning & Heating
PNC Mortgage
Stream-LEAN
Ponte Vedra Resorts
Summerhouse Rentals, Inc.
Pop-A-Lock of St. Augustine
Tarantin Industries, Inc.
Publix Marsh Landing
TD Bank, NA
Randstad Professionals
TECO Peoples Gas
Republic Services
Terrapointe Services
Reunion Bank of Florida
The Bailey Group
Ricoh Americas Corporation
The DeVries Law Firm, P.A.
RLS Investments, LLC
The Fiorentino Group LLC
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St. Johns Housing Partnership
The Network Operations
Company, Inc.
The St. Joe Company
The St. Johns Realty Group
Tour Saint Augustine
United Way of St. Johns County
Upchurch Bailey & Upchurch
Vacation Rental Pros
Verizon
Web.com
Victory Casino Cruises
White Lion
VITAS Healthcare
Windstream Communications
VyStar Credit Union - Jax Beach
World Commerce Center, LLP
Wakefield Beasley and Associates
Architects
World Golf Hall of Fame
Waste Management of
Jacksonville
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Zev Cohen & Associates, Inc.
2014 Goals
In 2014, St. Johns County’s economy continued to improve in key areas. The
united effort among economic development partners has produced positive
results and we believe this momentum will continue in 2015.
In 2014, the EDC partnered with organizations including St. Johns County, the
City of St. Augustine, the Industrial Development Authority (IDA), the
Northeast Florida Regional Airport (NFRA), Small Business Development
Center (SBDC), SCORE, the St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & the Beaches Visitors
and Convention Bureau (VCB), St. Johns County Tourist Development Council
(TDC), CareerSource of Northeast Florida, JAXUSA Partnership and Enterprise
Florida. Each of these organizations, as well as individual EDC members, play a
critical role in St. Johns County’s economic development efforts. The JAXUSA
Partnership Report is included as Addendum 1.
Through our collaborative efforts, the EDC worked to advance the three goals
established by the Chamber Board of Directors for 2014:
JOBS
St. Johns
Florida
5.7% 
5.1% 
PRIVATE
SECTOR
WAGES
1. Job Creation The goal was 51,536 private sector jobs in St. Johns
County. The final data for 2013* indicates that St. Johns County ended
the year with 52,787 private sector jobs, representing an increase of
5.7% from 2012.
St. Johns
Florida
2. Wages The goal was an average private sector wage rate in St. Johns
County of $36,676. The final data for 2013* indicates an increase in the
average private sector wage rate of 0.8% to $36,489 from 2012.
TOTAL
PROPERTY
VALUE
3. Commercial Tax Base The goals were 16.2% of non-residential vs.
total taxable property value and to reach $2,529,950,720 in commercial
tax base value, including tangible personal property value and centrally
assessed property. The final data for 2013 indicated 15.9% of nonresidential versus total taxable property value and an increase of 0.2% to
$2,535,880,571 in commercial tax base value. See Addendum 5.
2.9%  $17,495,241,925
* Private sector jobs, calendar year ending 12-31-2013.
Sources: Florida Department of Economic Opportunity & St. Johns County Office of
Management & Budget.
St. Johns County Unemployment Rate (2010‐2014) 11% 10% 8.8% 9% 8% 7% 6% 5% 4% 8.0% 6.4% 4.7% 4.7% 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
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2012 to 2013 Change
0.8% 
2.7% 
COMMERCIAL
TAX BASE
VALUE
0.2%  $2,535,880,571 Workforce
The growth of the local labor force and the unemployment rate are key indicators in analyzing St. Johns County’s
economic health. In 2014, St. Johns County witnessed a positive increase in local employment and a simultaneous
expansion of our local labor force.
Unemployment Rate
St. Johns County
Jacksonville MSA
Florida
National
8.8%
8.0%
6.4%
4.7%
4.7%
10.4%
9.0%
7.6%
5.6%
5.5%
11.0%
9.3%
8.0%
5.9%
.5.6%
9.4%
8.5%
7.8%
6.7%
5.5%
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014*
*As of November 2014
2010 to 2014: Decrease in Unemployment Rate:
4.6% (9.3%  4.7%)
Labor Force Expansion
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014*
St. Johns County
Jacksonville MSA
Florida
97,829
688,851
9,196,000
100,134
687,730
9,289,000
102,735
693,645
9,389,000
104,020
699,980
9,395,000
108,180
726,777
9,631,000
*As of November, 2014
Employment
September 2013 vs. September 2014: Increase in Employment:
4,620  Individuals employed
September 2010 vs. September 2014: Increase in Employment:
14,269  Individuals employed
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Education & Training
Workforce Training
Educational attainment is a key factor in assessing the workforce and one of St. Johns County’s strengths. The St.
Johns County School District has been ranked #1 out of 67 counties in Florida for six consecutive
years. According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2013 American Community Survey (ACS), approximately 73.7% of St.
Johns County’s population over 25 years of age have some college education, 41% have a bachelor’s degree or higher
and 14.1% have graduate or professional degrees.*
The college attainment level of St. Johns County places it 3rd highest in the state after Leon and Alachua counties.
Educational Attainment
St. Johns County
Population 25 years and over*
Percent high school graduate or higher
Percent bachelor's degree or higher
Percent some college
Hold Bachelor's degree
Hold Graduate or professional degree
146,596
95.2%
41.0%
73.7%
26.9%
14.1%
Florida
13,726,996
86.8%
27.2%
57.5%
17.6%
9.7%
*Note: The ACS summary of educational attainment does not include adults 18-24.
Higher Education: 2014 Graduates
Undergraduate
Flagler College
590
St. Johns River State College
412
Vincennes University
Bethune-Cookman University
-
St. Leo University
-
Technical
First Coast Technical College
Graduate
University of St. Augustine for
Health Sciences
Barry University
Total 2014 Graduates
Technical Education Spotlight
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1,515
200
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2,788
First Coast Technical College opened a new, stateof-the-art welding instruction lab at their main
St. Augustine campus to support the increasing
demand for welders. The new welding facility features
a high-tech welding simulator.
FCTC offers a comprehensive array of technical career
training programs including automotive technologies,
firefighter, EMT, paramedic, nursing, dental assistant
digital design and aircraft fabrication programs. FCTC
is currently developing Florida’s first ASE/CNG
certificate program to help meet the expanding
needs of employers with fleets utilizing compressed
natural gas (CNG) and other alternative fuels.
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Economic Advocacy
In 2014, the St. Johns County’s EDC and its economic development partners worked to promote St. Johns
County an attractive location to expand or relocate a business. This multi-faceted effort included participating in
select conferences, hosting special events and direct communications with potential prospects for expansion or
relocation. The St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce also hosted more than 140 business networking and
education events in FY2014 aimed at promoting business development.
Special event highlights included:

Economic Development Reception at THE PLAYERS. The St. Johns County Industrial Development Authority
(IDA), St. Johns County EDC, Northeast Florida Regional Airport (NFRA) and other partner organizations planned and
hosted the Economic Development Reception at THE PLAYERS. This economic development event was held during THE
PLAYERS Championship at TPC Sawgrass.
St. Johns County Chairman Jay Morris
recognized St. Johns County ranking as the
#1 School District and AT&T’s corporate
leadership in economic development in
Northeast Florida. Jan Fogelberg, Vice
President of Customer Service & Technology
for Frontier Airlines offered remarks regarding
their expansion into the St. Augustine market
and new route from St. Augustine to Trenton,
New Jersey. Collins White, CEO of
Defenshield & Phil McDaniel, Founder of the
new St. Augustine Distillery provided personal
testimonies regarding the support their
companies received from the economic
development partnership.
The St. Johns County Chamber and Economic Development Council also engage in direct advocacy efforts and
engage with local, state and federal policymakers to promote sound public policies which support the growth and
expansion of businesses. The elected leadership of the State of Florida and the Governor of the State of Florida are
keenly focused on Florida’s economic climate and St. Johns County’s elected officials have also made economic
development a key public priority.
The executive committee of the Economic Development Council reviews and approves an annual state and local
legislative agenda which guide the advocacy communications of our members and staff team. Advocacy is necessary
to ensure St. Johns County continues to have a regulatory environment which is attractive to business and which
provide small businesses and new start-ups with the opportunity to grow and expand.
Two programs which provide opportunities for members of St. Johns County’s business community to directly
interact with current and prospective policy makers include the annual Day@TheCapitol program and the Politics
In St. Johns events held during election cycles.
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Promoting St. Johns County
Economic Development Council Quarterly Breakfast Events Each year, as part of its educational mission,
the Economic Development Council produces four educational forums known as “EDC Quarterly Breakfast” events.
These large-scale events are attended by St. Johns County’s most successful business leaders and feature
presentations by economic and public policy experts. These special events provide unique networking opportunities
and are designed to educate business leaders on issues and trends impacting the health of St. Johns County economy.
Our FY2014 EDC Quarterly Breakfast Series included:

Fall 2013 program featured Christine McGlade, Vice President & Site Manager, for the Northrop
Grumman’s St. Augustine Aircraft Integration Center of Excellence, who shared an update on Northrop
Grumman’s expansion and planned construction of a new aircraft manufacturing facility. Defense Sector

Winter 2014 program “Education: The Economic Development Issue of the 21st Century,” program
featured a panel of education experts including Greg McLeod, Provost of St. Johns River State College-St.
Augustine, Dr. Joe Joyner, Superintendent of the St. Johns County School District, and Dr. Laura Bailet,
Director of the Nemours BrightStart program. The panel provided updates on the contribution of their
organizations to workforce education in St. Johns County and also discussed the positive impact of early
learning programs. Education Sector

Spring 2014 program “Advancing and Sustaining Success” featured Richard Burke, CEO of Advanced
Disposal who discussed the growth and expansion of their environmental services company and compressed
natural gas technology. Environmental Services / Energy Sectors

Summer 2014 program “Building Florida’s Businesses Online” focused on the use of technology to
accelerate small business growth and featured David Brown, President & CEO of Web.com. Technology
Sector
Representatives from the media are invited to attend all EDC events. News coverage increases public awareness of the key
economic issues and trends discussed at the events.
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Funding the EDC
The work of the St. Johns County’s Economic Development Council to support the relocation and expansion of
businesses in St. Johns County is funded by both private and public contributions.
In FY2013-14, private funding accounted for approximately 61% of the EDC efforts, a contract with St. Johns County
accounted for approximately 32% of funding and payments from third party contract work accounted for
approximately 7%.
The funds were used for St. Johns County participation in the JAXUSA regional economic development partnership,
which serves Northeast Florida as well as the EDC’s direct efforts in business recruitment, expansion and community
education on business-related matters. See Addendum 2 for Source and Uses of Funds.
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Announcements
Company
Sector
Chase Bank, Sawgrass Village and A1A PVB
Fidelity Bank
Reunion Bank
VyStar Credit Unions, Ponte Vedra & Murabella
Defenshield
Historic Tours of America
HyperScreens, LLC
Ideal Aluminum
Marine Conservation Partners
Vicars Landing
Villages of St. Augustine, Woodlawn & CR 16
Whole Life Pharmacy
NoPetro
Fruit Cove Medical Plaza
Town Plaza Offices
Frontier Airlines
Financial Services, Retail Banking
Financial Services, Retail Banking
Financial Services, Retail Banking
Financial Services, Retail Banking
Headquarters, Manufacturing
Headquarters, Professional Office
Headquarters, Manufacturing
Headquarters, Manufacturing
Headquarters, Manufacturing
Healthcare, Assisted Living
Healthcare, New Assisted Living Facility
Healthcare, Specialty Pharmaceuticals
Industrial, New Alternative Energy Fuel Station
Professional Office, Site Development
Professional Office, Site Development
Transportation, New Air Carrier
Additional Economic Activity
Company
Doubletree by Hilton, St. Augustine Historic District
Guy Harvey Outpost Resorts & Lodges
Salt Life Restaurant
Starbucks Coffee Shop, SR 16 at I-95
Tim Tebow’s PDQ Restaurant, San Jose & Race Track Road
Treasury on the Plaza
Wendy’s, Nocatee
St. Augustine San Sebastian Inland Harbor
K9s for Warriors
TAG! Children’s Museum of St. Augustine
Bozard Ford
Dollar General, SR 207 (2), Murabella
Family Dollar, SR 16, West Augustine
Goodyear/Discount Tire, SR 16
Jacksonville Academy of Gymnastics, Walden Chase
Promenade of Bartram Springs
RPM Automotive, CR 210
Seabridge Plaza (former K-Mart Plaza), US 1
St. Johns Plaza, US1 & CR 207
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Sector
Hospitality, Hotel Site Redevelopment
Hospitality, Hotel Site Redevelopment
Hospitality, New Restaurant Location
Hospitality, New Restaurant Location
Hospitality, New Restaurant Location
Hospitality, Historic Site Redevelopment
Hospitality, New Restaurant Location
Mixed Use Planned Development, Site Redevelopment
Non-profit, New Veterans Assistance Training Center
Non-profit, New Technology & Science Attraction
Retail, New Automotive Service Center
Retail, New Locations
Retail, New Locations
Retail, New Service Center Location
Retail, New Sports Training Facility
Retail, Site Development
Retail, New Service Center Location
Retail, Site Redevelopment/Expansion/New Outparcel
Retail, Expansion/New Outparcel
New & Expanding Companies
Largest bank in USA ($2.39 trillion in
assets) expanded into St. Johns
County, opening two new branches
in Ponte Vedra Beach.
National homebuilder announced
and constructed its new Northeast
Florida Regional Headquarters in
Northwest St. Johns County.
Goodyear Discount Tire expanded
in St. Johns County, constructing
a new sales and service center.
Manufacturer of specialized
security products designed for the
defense and homeland security
sectors relocated its international
corporate headquarters from
Syracuse, New York.
National discount retailer expanded
in St. Johns County, opening
three new retail locations in
St. Augustine and Murabella.
National discount retailer expanded
in St. Johns County,, constructing
a new store in St. Augustine.
An additional location is also
planned for West Augustine.
Fidelity Bank expanded into the
St. Johns County market and has
opened three bank locations in
St. Augustine, St. Augustine Beach
and Ponte Vedra Beach.
ST. AUGUSTINE HISTORIC DISTRICT
National premium hotel chain
expanded in St. Johns County,
redeveloping a hotel site in
St. Augustine’s Downtown
Historic District.
National airlines expanded into the
Northeast Florida air service market.
Frontier launched new air service from
Northeast Florida Regional Airport to
Trenton, New Jersey market.
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Upscale themed resort chain
announced expansion in St. Johns
County. Guy Harvey Resorts will
redevelop an oceanfront hotel site
on St. Augustine Beach in 2015.
National historic tour company
relocated its corporate headquarters
to St. Johns County with the
acquisition of a professional office
building in St. Augustine Beach.
Hyper Screens, LLC., a St. Johns
County technology and manufacturing
company expanded and purchased
a new manufacturing facility.
New & Expanding Companies
Manufacturer of aluminum fencing
products relocated its corporate
headquarters and manufacturing
center to St. Johns County.
Jacksonville Academy of Gymnastics
opened a new sports education and
training facility in St. Johns County.
Compressed natural gas service
provider expanded in St. Johns
County. Public-private partnership
announced to create a new
CNG fueling station.
Villagesof
St.Augustine
Non-profit veterans services
organization expanded, developing a
new education and training center
in Ponte Vedra Beach.
Historic bank property re-imagined
and restored as a premium wedding
and corporate events venue.
International chain of gourmet coffee
shops announced plans to expand in
St. Johns County with a new
Starbucks coffee shop.
St. Augustine
San Sebastian
Inland Harbor
Waterfront mixed-use site
development announced in
St. Augustine’s Downtown
Historic District within the
Lincolnville CRA.
New assisted living facility is
planned for SR 16. Construction is
expected to begin in 2015.
Florida credit union expanded in
St. Johns County, opening two new
bank branches in St. Augustine
and Ponte Vedra Beach.
New manufacturer of aquarium
tanks and products serving domestic
and international markets opened its
headquarters in St. Augustine.
Technology-focused children’s
museum announced in St. Augustine.
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This new compounding pharmacy is
locally-owned and operated.
Specialty pharmaceuticals is a
growing high-wage industry in Florida.
Under Construction
Economic development projects can often span multiple fiscal years as they progress from initial inquiry to qualified
prospect to public announcement to commencement of construction. We’d like to provide you with a brief update
on projects announced in this fiscal year as well as previously announced projects which are under construction and
will soon contribute the commercial tax base.
Photo credit: Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is St. Johns County’s largest manufacturer. In 2013, Northrop Grumman selected its St.
Augustine site as one of its national Aircraft Integration Centers of Excellence. Northrop Grumman is constructing a
new 368,565+ square foot building and is expected to create approximately 400 jobs. Announced FY2012-13
Silver Creek Senior Care Facility is under construction in St. Johns County. Located on 21 acres of prime
wooded land, the Silver Creek at St. Augustine development is comprised of 72 assisted living units and 48 memory
care units within a single custom-designed building. Groundbreaking activities for the Silver Creek St. Augustine
community began in July 2014 and opening is projected for July 2015. Announced FY2010-11
St. Johns Plaza is a new retail outparcel under construction. Hakimian Holdings has announced that new tenants
will include Metro Diner, Jimmy Johns, 1st Place Sports, Bar Method and Cricket Wireless among others. St. Johns
Plaza is located on a key entrance corridor to the City of St. Augustine’s Downtown District and sits at the
southwest corner of the intersection of CR 207 and US 1. Announced FY2013-14
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Under Construction
Ideal Aluminum Products manufactures aluminum fence, gates, and railing in residential, commercial and
industrial grades. Ideal has relocated its headquarters and manufacturing plant to St. Augustine, Florida in St. Johns
County. Over several years, up to 120 jobs will be created or relocated.
Ideal made the decision to relocate to St. Augustine after considering multiple locations in Georgia and Florida. Its
new St. Johns County plant will allow for increased manufacturing efficiencies, improved logistics, better access to
Ideal’s fast growing customer base and operational savings. Announced FY2013-14
Courtyard by Marriott on A1A Beach Blvd. St. Augustine Beach
Announced FY2013-14
Arbor Terrace at Ponte Vedra
Announced FY2012-13
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Under Construction
K9s for Warriors
Announced FY2013
Family Dollar, St. Augustine SR-16
Announced FY2013-14
Palms at Ponte Vedra
Announced FY2012-13
Key International Redevelopment of the A1A Beachfront Hotel, St. Augustine Beach
Announced FY2013-14
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Completed Projects
The following relocation, expansion and redevelopment projects represent examples of projects announced
in prior fiscal years but completed during FY2013-14:
Advanced Disposal
Announced FY2012-13
Bozard Ford
Announced FY2013-14
Chase, Ponte Vedra Beach (2)
Announced FY2013-14 Dollar General – St. Augustine & Murabella
Announced FY2013-14
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Completed Projects
Doubletree by Marriott - Downtown St. Augustine Historic District
Announced FY2013-14
Defenshield
Announced FY2013-14
D.R. Horton - Northeast Florida Regional Headquarters
Announced FY2011-12
Fidelity Bank – St. Augustine, St. Augustine Beach & Ponte Vedra Beach
Announced FY2013-14 Frontier Airlines
Announced FY2013-14
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Completed Projects
Goodyear Discount Tire
Announced FY2013-14
Historic Tours of America
Announced FY2013-14
KeHe Distributors (SR 207 – former HH Greg Building)
Announced FY2012-14 Marine Conservation Partners
Announced FY2013-14
Memorial HCA/Emergency Center
Announced FY2011-12
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Completed Projects
Reunion Bank
Announced FY2013-14 Salt Life Restaurant, St. Augustine Beach
Announced FY2012-13 Seabridge Plaza Redevelopment
Announced FY2013-14 Southern Oak Insurance
Announced FY2012-13
St. Augustine Distillery & Ice Plant Bar
Announced FY2012-13
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Completed Projects
Treasury on the Plaza
Announced FY2013-14
Photo credit: Treasury on the Plaza
Volkswagen of St. Augustine
Announced FY2012-13 VyStar Credit Union, Ponte Vedra Beach & Murabella
Announced FY2013-14 Walmart Neighborhood Center, Fruit Cove
Announced FY2012-13
Whole Life Pharmacy
Announced FY2013-14
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Completed Projects
1st Place Sports/Rox Volleyball
Announced FY2012-13 2G Cenergy
Announced FY2011-12 26
Partners
Economic Development requires the collaboration of federal, state, regional and local partners. The St.
Johns County Economic Development Council would like to specifically recognize the following partners
for positive contributions to economic development in St. Johns County and throughout Northeast Florida.
St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners
City of St. Augustine
Northeast Florida Regional Airport
CareerSource of Northeast Florida
City of St. Augustine Beach
Enterprise Florida
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity
Florida Department of Transportation
Florida Governor Rick Scott
Florida Legislature
JAXPORT
JAXUSA Partnership
SCORE
Small Business Development Center at UNF
St. Johns County Industrial Development Authority
St. Johns County School District
Town of Hastings
U.S. Commercial Service
UF Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS)
VISIT FLORIDA
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Why Business Leaders Invest in the EDC
“As the county’s largest private employer, a thriving economic climate is important to
Flagler Hospital when it comes to our employees, patients, and community we serve.
By investing in the EDC, we are investing in the future of St. Johns County and our
community.”
Joe Gordy
CEO
Flagler Hospital
“With our continued fast growth, we have been looking for the right location to serve as
a long-term solution. St. Johns County is ideal.”
Michael Siegel
Co-owner
iDeal Aluminum Products
has a legacy in St. Augustine and prides itself as a key
“Northrop Grumman
community partner. We are appreciative of the EDC and all the stakeholders who
have helped with our expansion. Our future is strong thanks, in part, to the favorable
business climate in St. Johns County.”
Christine McGlade
Vice President and Site Manager
St. Augustine Aircraft Integration
Center of Excellence
Northrop Grumman Corporation
“Involvement in the EDC is an easy leadership decision. Leaders who participate in
economic development
recognize the importance of a healthy, growing economy.”
Lou Noir-Jones
Vice President - Business Banking
Senior Relationship Manager
Wells Fargo
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Addendum 1: JAXUSA Partnership Annual Report
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Addendum 2: Sources & Uses of Funds
St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce
Economic Development Council (EDC)
FUNDING SOURCES -2014
County Contribution
Other Contracts
Private Donations
TOTAL
$125,000 32%
$27,316 7%
$236,546 61%
$388,861
USES
Personnel (Allocated)
Programs & Events
Regional Partnership
Marketing & Operations
Building, Taxes & Insurance
TOTAL
$237,818
$34,763
$45,000
$59,660
$11,620
$388,861
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Addendum 4: Taxable Values for St. Johns County
2012
2013
Residential
Single Family
Mobile Homes
Multi Family less than 10 units
Multi Family 10 units or more
Condominium
Vacant
Retirement Homes & Miscellaneous
Sub total Residential
% Residential
10,971,808,950 11,455,428,693
191,598,282
190,438,758
321,250,206
333,977,219
91,263,497
91,539,853
1,793,972,469 1,813,727,520
881,042,520
835,900,100
246,867
243,264
14,251,182,791 14,721,255,407
83.8%
84.1%
Business-Commercial/Industrial
Vacant Commercial
Improved Commercial
Vacant Industrial
Improved Industrial
Agricultural
Institutional
Government
Leasehold Interest
Miscellaneous
Non-Agricultural Acreage
Centrally Assessed
Sub total Business-Commercial/Industrial
% Business-Commercial/Industrial
128,725,472
1,323,619,485
8,908,450
214,312,337
136,994,819
96,515,543
16,261,603
3,948,555
24,764,917
84,990,594
21,844,470
2,060,886,245
12.1%
130,189,144
1,336,752,676
11,277,410
218,284,264
121,191,243
108,897,037
15,697,237
3,924,422
23,026,574
86,560,677
23,129,846
2,078,930,530
11.9%
695,545,687
4.1%
695,055,988
4.0%
Personal Property
Personal Property
% Personal Property
Source: St. Johns County Property Appraiser /St. Johns County Office of Management & Budget
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Addendum 4: Taxable Values for St. Johns County
2013 Taxable Value of Real Property (by Category)
835,900,100
11,455,428,693
190,438,758
1,813,727,520
333,977,219
91,539,853
Vacant Residential
Single Family Residential
Mobile Homes
Condominiums
Multi Family < 10
Multi Family > or = 10
Cooperatives
Ret. Homes/Misc res.
243,264
Total Residential
14,721,255,407
Vacant Commercial
Improved Commercial
Vacant Industrial
Improved Industrial
Agricultural
130,189,144
1,336,752,676
11,277,410
218,284,264
121,191,243
Total Commercial
1,817,694,737
Institutional
Government
Leasehold
Miscellaneous
Non-Ag
108,897,037
15,697,237
3,924,422
23,026,574
86,560,677
Total Tax-Exempt & Misc
238,105,947
Tangible Personal Property
Centrally Assessed
695,055,988
23,129,846
Total Property Value
17,495,241,925
2,535,880,571
Total Commercial Tax Base Value
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