Lifting the curtain on local government might not be the sexiest news beat, but St. Johns County is trying to bring a bit of transparency to the process of civic engagement with their latest video series. Just launched, Inside SJC, is positioning itself as an informational gateway to what goes on in the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) meetings, encouraging residents not only to get informed but also to get involved.
Their eighth episode, "Get Involved with Board Meetings Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday" aims to fully breakdown what happens at these sessions and to try to better connect the public with their municipal overseers. According to the St. Johns County's official announcement, the BOCC meetings are open for attendance in person, and for the digital age, they're watchable live on GovTV or on-demand in the video archive. And for those who like to keep fully up-to-date, following the County’s social media is suggested.
It's not just about showing up; it's about offering constructive input. Public comment is an essential part of these meetings, and residents considering attending in person can actually lend their voices literally to the local legislative process. Meetings are scheduled for the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month, at 9:00 a.m., and the St. Johns County's website makes calendars, agendas, and minutes accessible for those who want to get their ducks in a row before speaking out.
Moreover, the Inside SJC series is steadily building a library of educational content, designed to make the workings of the County's departments, services, and initiatives more transparent. The strategically planned releases to coincide with various seasons and relevant community events expect to provide a deeper understanding of what makes St. Johns County tick. And while it won't substitute for the latest streaming binge, it just might be crucial viewing for the engaged, or potentially engaged, citizen.
With topics ranging from park services to library facilities, the series offers a spectrum of subjects all aimed at becoming a comprehensive guide to what's available to residents. Episodes are posted on the St. Johns County's website and shared across all major social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, and LinkedIn to ensure information reaches a wide audience. "There will be more videos coming soon," the announcement promises, so for the civically inclined, it might be worth hitting that follow button.
