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2MC is a weekly podcast where MAK and Courtney break down local happenings, share updates from around Martin County, and bring a fun, conversational vibe to community news. It’s informative, lighthearted and keeps you in the know for all things Martin County local government.

2d ago

2MC Podcast Eps 84 - Project Roundup!

2MC is HERE with a project roundup! From County Line (in Tequesta) all the way up to Jensen, we're talking about the projects impacting the lives of our residents here and now. Plus, a look ahead at some events coming your way. It's your source for anything and everything Martin County. It's 2MC! 0:00 | Intro0:42 | Project Updates!2:22 | County Line Bridge4:15 | Rocky Point4:54 | Septic to Sewer5:50 | Living Shoreline9:26 | 9/11 Memorial Events10:47 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ Projects· Charlie Leighton - replacing the boat ramp, increased boat ramp and car parking spaces, reconfigured parking to improve the flow of traffic, additional dockage with a floating dock, dredge, picnicking areas, pedestrian access along the water with connectivity under the bridge, expansion of the crew/rowing building site, and an open green space and gazebo, among other improvements · County Line Bridge - replacement of a roadway bridge originally built in 1974. Project also includes removing separate pedestrian bridge and incorporating into a single structure. Martin County was awarded a $3 million State Grant, $3 million Federal Grant Appropriation · Rocky Point Neighborhood Restoration project, which is now 50% complete. The project includes replacing and installing new stormwater pipes and drainage structures, along with concrete driveway and sidewalk replacement, swale regrading and pedestrian safety improvements. These upgrades will improve drainage, roadway conditions and overall infrastructure throughout the Rocky Point neighborhood. · Septic to Sewer Conversions – 22 prioritized project areas. Currently underway: Beau Rivage 248 properties (Force Main) over 13K connected · September 11 Memorial Bridge Walk: Jock Leighton Park, Opening Ceremony begins at 8:30 a.m., bridge walk begins at 9 a.m. – MC Firefighters, MCSO, MCSD · 9/11 Memorial Tribute Ceremony, 7 p.m. outside Peter & Julie Cummings Library, Palm City – Remember, honor, come together. wreath laying, candle ceremony, bagpipers, guest speakers. Hone the heroes who responded, reflect on the spirt of unity that followed. Historic Tours:Visitors can explore the rich history of the Mansion at Tuckahoe during free tours on the first and third Wednesday of each month, from November 2025 through May 2026, at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. No reservations are required, but please arrive 15 minutes early. The Mansion was once home to Coca-Cola heiress Anne Bates Leach. https://www.martin.fl.us/Mansion Free, historical tours of Captain Henry Sewall's House are held on the first and third Wednesday of each month from April 1, 2026, through May 20, 2026. Tours are offered from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. No reservation is required. For additional information, please call Indian RiverSide Park at (772)463-3201. https://www.martin.fl.us/SewallsHouse EventsCharlie Leighton Park Event: Join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of improvements to Charlie Leighton Park! The event will be held on Tuesday, September 22 at 9:30 a.m. Updates to the park included boat ramp replacement, floating dock installation, parking lot reconfiguration and repaving, as well as picnic area, walking path and gazebo installation. Light refreshments will be provided by the Palm City Chamber of Commerce. https://www.martin.fl.us/#docaccess-fac86efaf561725cbb66de0af468df36 Explore the Night Sky: Join IRSC Professor Jon Bell to learn about the exciting programs at IRSC's Hallstrom Planetarium, as well as the best nights to see planets, meteor showers and more. No telescope necessary. This family-friendly event will be held at the Robert Morgade Library on Friday, September 11 from 3-4 p.m. and is recommended for older elementary school students and above. https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16983292 Palm City Place & Patio Is a Statewide Finalist!: Palm City Place & Patio is one of just four statewide finalists for the 2026 Great Places in Florida People’s Choice Award! Help put Martin County in the spotlight by casting your vote and showing your support for this special community space. Voting is open now through September 30. https://florida.planning.org/community-outreach/great-places-florida/2026/?fbclid=IwY2xjawUD98ZwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMUxRSThHTXdvcFpQNEdtMmxzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEec34nNutmYFnV0ZylfzIYtH4aLOiBet7RhC1OdezgBh7P5LCqvPkY27owXjA_aem_679zF3l9MiEAha-lbnXz4g _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials:https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissionershttps://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/https://twitter.com/MartinCountygovhttps://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Address:2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website:https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone:(772) 288-5400
Sep 3

2MC Podcast Eps 83 - Marty McFly

Ash is back (to the future?) like Marty McFly to talk about........... Marty! That's right, hear all the latest details on everyone's favorite transit system from everyone's favorite transit administrator! ONLY on 2MC. 0:00 | Intro0:41 | Interview with Ash2:07 | Fare Free3:06 | REACH Center4:22 | Optimization4:57 | Microtransit7:15 | The Marty App8:24 | Marty's Impact9:36 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ MARTY: https://www.martin.fl.us/transitMARTY real time planning: https://myride.martin.fl.us/ (County News) SKYWARN Storm Spotter Class: Martin County Emergency Management, along with NWS-Melbourne, is offering a free SKYWARN® storm spotter class. Volunteers help keep their local communities safe by providing timely and accurate reports of severe weather to the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS). The class will be held on September 29, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Martin County Public Safety Complex, Emergency Operations Center, located at 800 SE Monterey Road. Registration required. https://www.weather.gov/mlb/skywarn (County News) 9/11 Memorial Tribute Ceremony: Join us as we remember the victims and honor the heroes of 9/11 at the Memorial Tribute Ceremony to be held at 7 p.m. on Friday, September 11 outside the Martin County Library System's Peter & Julie Cummings Library in Palm City. The event will include posting of the colors, music and bagpipers, a candle lighting ceremony, wreath laying and guest speakers. https://files.constantcontact.com/74000a6f901/651c0003-cab9-4f67-9fc2-5a3d5a6cb917.pdf (Library) Weekend Movies: “Some like it Hot”. Saturday, September 5 from 2-4 p.m. at the Blake Library, John F. and Rita M. Armstrong Wing. Two musicians witness a mob hit and disguise themselves as women in an all-female band to evade the killers, sparking hilarious romantic entanglements and escalating chaos. (2hr, 1min) [NR] 1959. https://mcls.libnet.info/event/17016991 (PWD) One Step Closer to Conservation: This week the Martin County Board of County Commissioners approved nearly 3,000 acres of environmentally sensitive lands for consideration as potential future land acquisitions thanks to the Land Acquisition Sales Tax. Overseen by Senior Environmental Project Manager Michael Yustin, these properties are selected and ranked by the Environmental Lands Oversight Committee (ELOC) with the goal of protecting Martin County’s most valuable natural resources. The next ELOC meeting will be held September 17 at 2 p.m. at the Administration Building. https://www.martincountyforever.com/ (Parks) Dodgeball Showdown: Calling all tweens and teens ages 11–18! Grab your crew and get ready to dodge, duck, dip and dive at our Dodgeball Showdown. Compete, make epic plays and laugh the night away! Join us Wednesday, September 9 from 6-8 p.m. at Langford Park, located at 2369 NE Dixie Hwy. Proudly supported by the Children’s Services Council of Martin County. Registration required: https://www.martin.fl.us/Teens (Around Town) Florida LAKEWATCH : Florida LAKEWATCH is a citizen volunteer lake monitoring program that facilitates "hands-on" citizen participation in the management of Florida lakes, estuaries, rivers and springs through monthly monitoring activities. learn how to become a Florida LAKEWATCH volunteer through an upcoming Water Ambassador field trip on Wednesday, September 9 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. located at Kitching Creek Preserve, 6125 SE 138th Street in Hobe Sound. This trip is hosted by Martin County and UF/IFAS . registration link. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScK6SLTpn5OI6ZrDPjH3wcGtip3AAIDDeKB2Q_QqIUj40t1qA/viewform _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials:https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissionershttps://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/https://twitter.com/MartinCountygovhttps://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Address:2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website:https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone:(772) 288-5400
Aug 27

2MC Podcast Eps 82 - It's Rio... not Rio!

2MC is back with a Board Meeting Recap! Learn what went down in this week's meeting in a 10th of the time! Oh and it's pronounced RIO! 0:00 | Intro0:15 | Board Meeting Recap0:41 | Special Recognitions2:28 | Commissioner Comments3:24 | Local Housing and SHIP4:06 | UF IFAS4:42 | Board Appointments5:09 | Departmental6:08 | ELOC6:38 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ ProclamationsConstitution Week and Big Brothers Sisters in Martin County Special RecognitionJosiah Baur for his bravery and selfless actions and appreciation and congratulations for Donald Adamson on his retirement – 40 years! Quietly shaping and caring for parks, facilities and recreational areas throughout our community Special PresentationThe Board watched a video produced by the 4-H club about “Protecting our Land” Commissioner CommentsThe Board directed staff to bring an agenda item forward for a one-year moratorium / pause, on hyperscale data centers in unincorporated Martin County. The Board reconsidered the action taken on DPQ-1 Article 10 Appeal on August 11. Consent AgendaThe consent agenda was approved minus Consent 5 and 7 which were pulled for further discussion Consent 5 – The Board approved the plans and requested Human Services come back with a presentation about Martin County’s Local Housing Assistance Plans (LHAP) and Martin County’s State Housing Initiative Partnership Program (SHIP) Consent 7 – The Board discussed and approved the MOU between the University of Florida (Go Gators!) and the Martin County Board of County Commissioners (IFAS educational programs, training, workshops, 4-H…) Boards & Committee AppointmentsAppointments to the Value Adjustment Board, Industrial Development Authority Board and the Hobe Sound, Jensen Beach, and Rio Neighborhood Advisory Boards Department Quasi-JudicialThe Board received and filed a request for approval of a PUD and adopted the final site plan for the Martin Commerce Park Department ItemsThe Board adopted the Library’s 2027-2029 Long Range Service Plan (guides staff in the operations, events and services)The Board received and filed the updated Parks & Recreation Permitted Special Event Guide and Special Event Request Form The Board approved the ELOC’s list of recommended properties for potential acquisition Upcoming BOCC Meeting: September 15 (first budget hearing) · Events, Happenings and Education:BOCC Meeting Re-cap: https://martin.legistar.com/DepartmentDetail.aspx?ID=35023&GUID=98D7CC54-EF7D-4C4C-8084-1AF34C623D6E · New Monrovia Park Updates: Exciting improvements are coming to New Monrovia Park in the Port Salerno CRA! Planned upgrades include a new basketball court, picnic facilities, shade structures, ADA-accessible pathways, benches and irrigation—creating an enhanced recreational space for families and community gatherings. Stay tuned for project updates by following the Martin County CRA on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyCRA/ · 2026 Senior Games: Registration for the 2026 Senior Games is open! Stay active, challenge yourself and enjoy some friendly competition as Martin County hosts nine exciting athletic events for seniors. It's a great opportunity to connect with others, showcase your skills and compete for a chance to advance. The top five finishers in each event and age division will qualify for the Florida Senior Games this December. https://www.martin.fl.us/SeniorGames · Make a Splash this Weekend: Sailfish Splash Waterpark is open weekends only! There’s still time to enjoy the fun before the season wraps up! Take on the water slides, float along the lazy river, cool off in the interactive splash zones and more. Now through September 7, we’re open Saturdays, Sundays, and Labor Day from 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Gather your crew and make the most of the remaining days! https://www.martin.fl.us/SailfishSplashWaterpark · Free Narcan Available: Free Narcan kits available at DOH-Martin locations in Stuart (3441 SE Willoughby Boulevard) and Indiantown (16401 SW Farm Road). No appointment is needed. This medication helps to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. https://martin.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/wellness-programs/narcan-naloxone/ · Water Ambassador Webinar: The UF/IFAS Water Ambassador Program trains and empowers residents to become community leaders in protecting local water resources and our environment. The next virtual webinar will be held on Tuesday, September 1 at 12 p.m. Sadie Hundemer will discuss "The Water Science Communication Problem." https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/NFeIMQJTSSiIaCGJ7CVbbA#/registration _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Address:2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website:https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone:(772) 288-5400
Aug 20

2MC Podcast Eps 81 - In Case of Emergency (Listen to Pod)

Deputy Director of Emergency Management, Amy Heimberger Lopez, joins us on the pod to discuss all things hurricane season! (Plus, some tips for year-round readiness too) It's never too late to get ready for storm season, so if you're still stocking up and making plans... this is the pod for you! 0:00 | Intro0:37 | Interview with Amy Heimberger Lopez3:03 | Rest of Season Outlook4:12 | Road to Readiness6:47 | Family Plan8:51 | Build a Kit17:08 | Trusted News Sources20:33 | Remembering Milton21:37 | Get Involved23:41 | Year-Round Readiness27:11 | Enacting Your Plan28:50 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ Emergency Management: https://www.martin.fl.us/EM Hurricane Information: https://www.martin.fl.us/Hurricane Storm Surge Evacuation: https://www.martin.fl.us/EvacuationZones Committee Vacancy: The Martin County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applications from individuals interested in volunteering to serve on the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee. All individuals serve without compensation and are requested to apply for appointment to Martin County Administration by Friday, September 4, 2026. For an application, please call Martin County Administration at 288.5756 or send email to dgordon@martin.fl.us. Martin Loan Fund : The Business Development Board has launched the Martin Loan Fund, a new resource to help smaller, newer businesses access much-needed capital. The program connects local entrepreneurs with a mission-driven lender in order to fill a critical funding gap. Businesses are encouraged to find out more and take the first step toward success! https://bdbmc.org/martinomics/martin-loan-fund-launches-to-empower-local-entrepreneurs/ Get 50% Off Your Hitting Bay Rental: Save 50% on hitting bay rentals at Sailfish Sands, Tuesdays through Thursdays from 11 a.m.–7 p.m. through October 31, 2026. Valid for online reservations only. Maximum three bays per reservation. Excludes food and beverages and cannot be combined with other hitting bay offers or discounts. https://www.martin.fl.us/SSGC/hitting-bays Weekend Movies: Nashville: Join us at the Blake Library on Saturday, August 22 beginning at 2 p.m. for a weekend movie, "Nashville," Robert Altman's Oscar-winning epic portraying America's obsession with celebrity and power. This film is loaded with great music and movie stars. A light jacket/sweater recommended for auditorium. https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16820984 Martin County Property Appraiser Q&A: Join us for an interactive workshop on the following: Decipher your property taxes (TRIM Notice), How millage rates affect your taxes, What is a Certificate of Trust & how to retitle a deed, Do you have Homestead Exemption and when do you file for it?, Do you qualify for other exemptions? Two chances to register: Wed, August 26 from 2-3 p.m. at the Hobe Sound Public Library https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16785933 OR Thursday, August 27 from 1-2 p.m. at the Hoke Library https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16816777 _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials:https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissionershttps://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/https://twitter.com/MartinCountygovhttps://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFLhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/24775732/admin/dashboard/ Address:2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website:https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone:(772) 288-5400
Aug 13

2MC Podcast Eps 80 - And The Award Goes To...

Board Meeting Recap! Hit play on this episode of 2MC to fast-forward your way through our last board meeting. When you're short on time and in need of Martin County knowledge... you know where to go: 2MC! 0:00 | Intro0:22 | Awards!0:46 | Board Meeting Recap1:40 | Proclamations2:23 | Affordable Housing4:45 | Next Board Meeting5:02 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ PUBLIC HEARING TO REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE MAJOR FINAL SITE PLAN FOR SW 96TH STREET MONOPINE WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY TOWER - The Board received and filed the agenda item and all attachments as an exhibit and adopted the Resolution approving the final site plan for the SW 96th Street Monopine Tower project REQUEST FOR CERTIFICATION OF AN AGRICULTURAL ENCLAVE PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 163.3162 AND 163.3164, FLORIDA STATUTES: was withdrawn from the agenda at the applicant’s request ADOPT PROCLAMATIONS COMMENDING JAKOB CROSBY AND PARKER BESADE UPON THE ACHIEVEMENT OF EAGLE SCOUT ADOPT A PROCLAMATION DECLARING CONSTITUTION WEEK IN MARTIN COUNTY Sept. 17-23 ADOPT A PROCLAMATION DECLARING BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS MONTH IN MARTIN COUNTY SEPTEMBER 2026 ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION UPDATING THE LIST OF COUNTY-OWNED PROPERTIES APPROPRIATE FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNDER RESOLUTION NO. 24-6.15, ADOPTED ON JUNE 18, 2024, AND AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF SUCH PROPERTIES THROUGH PUBLIC AUCTION: Board rescinded the old Resolution and adopted the proposed resolution updating the inventory of County-owned properties that are appropriate for use in affordable housing. authorizing staff to donate the Golden Gate parcels located between SE Hawthorne and SE Iris to the Martin County Community Land Trust for development as affordable housing. New Monrovia parcel at 5703 SE 47th Avenue which was acquired through the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program, through the County’s contracted auction process for development as affordable housing by licensed contractors, nonprofit housing organizations, community land trusts, qualified entities, or individuals committed to developing affordable housing. Upcoming BOCC Meeting: August 25 Events: The Peak of Hurricane Season is Here : The threat of hurricanes for Florida during the Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 until November 30. The peak of hurricane season occurs between mid-August and late October when the waters in the Atlantic and the Gulf have warmed enough to help support the development of tropical waves. Now is the time to be prepared! Remember, even if there hasn’t been a lot of hurricane activity yet, it only takes one hurricane to destroy our community. www.martin.fl.us/Hurricane Sensory Story Time 2-5 years: Friday, August 21 from 11-11:30 a.m. at the Elisabeth Lathi Library. Sensory Story Time is an interactive, engaging experience where children are encouraged to explore stories through their senses. Recommended for ages 2-5 with limited seating available. This interactive event may use bubbles, scarves, soft music, and more. Using textures and sounds, the session brings the story to life, guiding children's sensory development while nurturing their language skills, memory, and creativity. Young children can connect with the stories in a hands-on way. All adults are encouraged to participate with their children in this fun early literacy activity. Families are welcome! https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16240564 Rip-N-Ride Safety Day: Join Sailfish Splash Waterpark and Martin County Ocean Rescue on Saturday, August 15 at 9:30 a.m. for a fun, hands-on morning of water safety featuring rip current simulator demonstrations, CPR techniques, life jacket fittings and more! Kids 12 and under who participate will receive FREE same-day waterpark admission! General admission price applies to parents and other accompanying adults. https://www.martin.fl.us/SailfishSplashWaterpark Martin Co. Property Appraiser Q&A: Join us for an interactive workshop on the following: Decipher your property taxes (TRIM Notice), How millage rates affect your taxes, What is a Certificate of Trust & how to retitle a deed, Do you have Homestead Exemption and when do you file for it?, Do you qualify for other exemptions?Two chances to register: Wed, August 26 from 2-3 p.m. at the Hobe Sound Public Library https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16785933 OR Thursday, August 27 from 1-2 p.m. at the Hoke Library https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16816777 _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials:https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissionershttps://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/https://twitter.com/MartinCountygovhttps://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFLhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/24775732/admin/dashboard/ Address:2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website:https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone:(772) 288-5400
Aug 6

2MC Podcast Eps 79 - Senioritis!

From the REACH Center to Senior Games... 2MC is here to tackle all things Martin County! It's your source for local events, meetings, happenings and more! 0:00 | Intro0:12 | REACH Center4:03 | Board Vacancies4:56 | Pets on Parade5:51 | UF IFAS7:13 | Senior Games8:44 | Next Board Meeting9:04 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ REACH Center: Collaboration with CareerSource Research Coast, School District and local industry leaders (environmental, aviation, medical and marine) https://www.martin.fl.us/martin-county-reach-center Board Vacancies:Airport Noise Advisory CommitteeHistoric Preservation BoardParks and Recreation Advisory BoardLibrary Board of Trustees For an application, please call 288-5756 or send an email to dgordon@martin.fl.us. Deadline is Friday, August 21. https://www.martin.fl.us/boards-committees Pets on Parade: Check out the latest edition of MCTV’s Pets on Parade, featuring adoptable animals from the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast! These pets are hoping that someone like you will see them and open your heart and home to give them the love that they deserve. View adoptable pets online or stop by the shelter at 4100 SW Leighton Farm Avenue in Palm City.https://youtu.be/w__1AxILzx0 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Field Module: UF/IFAS Extension Martin County will offer the Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM Certified Professional Field Module on August 26 from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. in Hobe Sound. This module is required for candidates seeking designation as Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM Certified Professionals (FFLCPs). Candidates must complete prerequisite online courses, participate in the field module, pass an online exam and agree to the code of ethics. The 4-hour module includes classroom review of FFL principles and a field-based FFL evaluation of a nearby residential property. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/florida-friendly-landscaping-certified-professional-field-module-tickets-1993488673285?aff=oddtdtcreator Senior Games Registration: Registration for the 2026 Senior Games is now open! Stay active, challenge yourself and enjoy some friendly competition as Martin County hosts nine exciting athletic events for seniors. It's a great opportunity to connect with others, showcase your skills and compete for a chance to advance. The top five finishers in each event and age division will qualify for the Florida Senior Games this December. https://www.martin.fl.us/SeniorGames Upcoming BOCC Meeting: August 11 Events: Free Car Seat Safety Inspections: The Florida Department of Health, Safe Kids of the Treasure Coast and partners are teaming up to provide free car seat safety inspections. Car seat fittings and inspections are provided by certified child passenger safety technicians and available by appointment only. https://martin.floridahealth.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/44/2026/07/car-seat-flyer-7.24.26.png Sunset Concerts at the Gallery: Beat the Florida heat and enjoy an evening of exceptional music featuring violin virtuoso Rebecca Tozzi and pianist Lindsay Garritson on Tuesday, August 11 at 5:30 p.m. Experience "The Hot Canary" and other lively violin favorites in the intimate Court House Cultural Center Gallery. Reserve your seat for just $5 (free for MartinArts members). https://www.martinarts.org/programs-events/sunsetconcerts.html Unlimited Play: Start your mornings at Sailfish Sands! For just $20 per person, enjoy UNLIMITED PLAY in the hitting bays from 7:30-11 a.m., Monday-Friday. That's over 3 hours of golf, games and fun for one low price. Kick off your day with us! https://www.martin.fl.us/SSGC/hitting-bays After-School Programs: Looking for an after-school program where your child can learn, play and make lasting friendships? Martin County Parks and Recreation has you covered! Our after-school program offers a safe, fun and engaging environment where students can enjoy enriching activities, build new skills and stay active after the school day ends. Proudly supported by the Children's Services Council of Martin County. https://www.martin.fl.us/after-school-programs _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials:https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissionershttps://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/https://twitter.com/MartinCountygovhttps://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFLhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/24775732/admin/dashboard/ Address:2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website:https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone:(772) 288-5400
Jul 30

2MC Podcast Eps 78 - Back to Business

Back to business! 2MC is tackling this week's board meeting, one agenda item at a time! 0:00 | Intro0:25 | Utilities2:35 | Parks & Rec4:00 | Public Works4:37 | Fire Rescue4:53 | Growth Management5:46 | ELOC7:16 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ Upcoming BOCC Meeting: August 11 FINAL ASSESSMENT RESOLUTION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027 SOLID WASTE ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL TO THE TAX COLLECTOR - adopted the Final Assessment Resolution for the Solid Waste Municipal Service Benefit Unit, and certified and approved the Special Assessment Roll to the Tax Collector. ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 17.9., RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR MARTIN COUNTY PARKS, GENERAL ORDINANCES, MARTIN COUNTY CODE, RELATING TO FISHING ON COUNTY OWNED PROPERTY - The Board tabled this item for staff to rework the ordinance language (investigate drone/boat language regarding chumming the waters, add an hour before and after when beaches open/close, and reference state law). CONSIDER ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 155, STREETS, ROADS AND BRIDGES, GENERAL ORDINANCES, MARTIN COUNTY CODE, RELATING TO SPEED LIMITS, DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY, REQUIRED PERMITS, AND SECURITY - This is a request for approval of amendments to Chapter 155, Streets, Roads and Bridges, General Ordinances, Martin County Code to rely on the Florida Statutes as they relate to establishing speed limits, to authorize the County Engineer to apply for state and federal permits for County projects - The Board adopted the Ordinance amending Chapter 155, Streets, Roads and Bridges, General Ordinances, Martin County Code. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE MARTIN COUNTY ZONING ATLAS TO CHANGE THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FOR BREW HORIZONS LLC (D069-002) - The Board received and filed the agenda item and all attachments as an exhibit and adopted a Resolution amending the Martin County Zoning Atlas to change the zoning district designation on the site from M-1, Industrial District, to LI, Limited Industrial District. The Board approved and recommended that the applicant work with the neighbors regarding access into the businesses. FISCAL IMPACT PRESENTATION OF THE PROPOSED HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION INCREASE ON MARTIN COUNTY FIRE RESCUE ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ACQUISITION OF A 2.70-ACRE PARCEL NORTH OF SW BLUE WATER WAY, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL LANDS OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE AND APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Board adopted a Resolution approving and accepting the purchase of vacant land totaling 2.70 acres; authorized the Chair to execute the Vacant Land Contract ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF TEN PARCELS OF ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE LAND LOCATED IN POINCIANA GARDENS, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL LANDS OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE AND APPROVED BY THE BOARD - The Board approved the Vacant Land Purchase and Sale Contract; authorized the Chair to execute; adopted a Resolution approving and accepting the purchase of ten parcels consisting of a total of 2.717 acres in Poinciana Gardens Senior Games Registration: Registration for the 2026 Senior Games is now open! Stay active, challenge yourself and enjoy some friendly competition as Martin County hosts nine exciting athletic events for seniors. It's a great opportunity to connect with others, showcase your skills and compete for a chance to advance. The top five finishers in each event and age division will qualify for the Florida Senior Games this December. https://www.martin.fl.us/SeniorGames New Road to Readiness Booklet: We’re now well into the 2026 Hurricane Season, and we’re excited to announce that we have a new and improved Road to Readiness booklet available to help guide you through your preparations for not just hurricanes, but any hazard. Pick one up at your local library! And if you’d like a member of the Emergency Management team to provide your community or organization with a preparedness presentation, please contact us at mcema@martin.fl.us. Are you disaster ready? https://www.martin.fl.us/Readiness Permanent Tax-Free Hurricane Preparedness Items: Is your emergency kit stocked and ready to go? If not, take advantage of some preparedness items you can include in your kit that are now permanently tax-free! Items include batteries, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, insect repellent, life jackets, portable generators, sunscreen, and more! https://floridarevenue.com/taxes/tips/Documents/TIP_25A01-05.pdf _____________________________________________________________________ Address:2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website:https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone:(772) 288-5400
Jul 23

2MC Podcast Eps 77 - Information Central!

Information Central! You got that right, it's 2MC. This episode is definitely your one-stop-shop to learn exactly where you need to go when you need something from Martin County! 0:00 | Intro0:31 | Saying Informed0:56 | Annual Report2:08 | RFS2:59 | Cone Zone3:36 | Projects Portal3:57 | Financial Transparency4:58 | CIP5:42 | Board Meeting Agendas6:02 | MCTV6:44 | County Connection7:15 | Cone Zone Again!8:22 | Boards & Committees9:54 | Joining The Conversation10:46 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ Upcoming BOCC Meeting: July 28. Meeting Agenda Open Government:Annual Report: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/968402c734474740ae92493ab010c0d8 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ RFS: https://rfs.martin.fl.us/app/f?p=1010:550:::NO:RP,550:REQUEST_TYPE_ID_APPITM:-1 Services: https://www.martin.fl.us/services Cone Zone: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/aec644650f7a46a7be4ce5f86c871a04 Projects Portal: https://www.martin.fl.us/Projects Budget Transparency: https://www.martin.fl.us/financial-transparency CIP: https://www.martin.fl.us/CIP Board Meetings: Agendas: https://www.martin.fl.us/agendas County Connection: https://visitor.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001WFINQJWcy-ZMOupmoBwuaiozolgRhAZZWWaxIxRwz218hSv1-vyO-tnDFIGkF4epfvoZTyKdcsGK0QY_cPrdL72n52hDb6Y1ipFFvuTbXpgzY8fWAYQ5lVCg0hS6fVA403-f3RkFFX2bBz8lxVq091hgHJWofZAjkBHWqSrxouLWLotW-2nxGhDNdxBA_C6XFAnLEDMcf2wfkBdgJ8yxSoxFT5x70Aie7BZ77A2iVnf-imZxyRkpeoWJQj0EDutvvOk-Z-XvvphHmcUyv8J4UIdjuv4QplCQhzs-Nwgv7mdkGjoByw8KUYwwUyPoznCKlORou8xmNgc%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Joining a board or committee: https://www.martin.fl.us/boards-committees MCTV: https://martin.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=24 _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials:https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissionershttps://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/https://twitter.com/MartinCountygovhttps://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Address:2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website:https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone:(772) 288-5400

2MC is a weekly podcast where MAK and Courtney break down local happenings, share updates from around Martin County, and bring a fun, conversational vibe to community news. It’s informative, lighthearted and keeps you in the know for all things Martin County local government.

Creator

Martin County Board of Commissioners
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

34
Rating

Clean
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© 2026 Martin County Board of Commissioners
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