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Drop in anytime and make a gift tag. We'll have tags, decorating supplies, and samples available for you to try. Or, use your own creativity to add an extra special touch to your gifts.

Children love music and movement! Join us for some musical activities that provide exercise, motor development, and FUN! Recommended ages 0-5.

Want to learn how to use our sewing machine for embroidery? Join us for this one-on-one tutorial where you'll get hands-on experience learning the basics of the Brother SE400 embroidery functions.

The Board shall have the authority to meet for the following purposes:  Hearing petitions relating to assessments filed pursuant to Section 194.011(3), Fla. Stat.  Hearing complaints relating to homestead exemptions as provided for under Section 196.151, Fla. Stat.  Hearing appeals from exemptions denied, or disputes arising from exemptions granted, upon the filing of exemption applications under Section 196.011, Fla. Stat.  Hearing appeals concerning ad valorem tax deferrals, classifications. Hearing good cause hearings pursuant to the provisions of the Florida Administrative Code 12D-10.003(8). Ex Parte Contacts.  For those actions of the Board which are quasi-judicial in nature, to ensure that the Board review process shall occur in an atmosphere free of bias or pressure, contacts by anyone outside of a Board meeting to members of the Board are prohibited.  If a Board member shall receive any written, oral, graphic, or communication of any kind or nature which may directly or indirectly influence the disposition of a quasi-judicial proceeding of the Board, such ex parte communication shall be forwarded to the Clerk of the Board to be included in the record of the Board proceedings.

The Historic Preservation Board shall recognize archaeological geo-environmental zones as identified on an Archaeological Survey of Martin County; designate historic sites and districts pursuant to Section 4.584; approve historical markers and issue certificates of designation; establish procedures for the issuance of certificates of appropriateness and certificates to dig; recommend zoning and building code amendments to the proper authorities; promote an awareness of the benefits of historic preservation and its benefits to the community; perform periodic updates to the historic archaeological survey; perform periodic updates to the architectural survey; record and maintain records of the HPB’s actions and decisions; provide an annual report to the Board of County Commissioners; review, develop, and recommend ordinances to the Board of County Commissioners that promote the preservation and rehabilitation of historic resources; seek out worthy projects for matching grants in aid from sources which have as their purpose the preservation for public benefit of properties that are significant in American history, architecture, archaeology, and culture; review applications for all buildings, properties, and site in unincorporated Martin County nominated for listing on the National Register of Historic Places; establish criteria and procedures for the expedited review of certain projects by staff; seek expertise on proposals or matters requiring evaluation by a professional or a discipline not represented on the Historic Preservation Board; provide an annual budget to the Board of County Commissioners; and attend pertinent information or educational meetings, workshops and conferences.

Each Neighborhood Advisory Committee (NAC) shall assist in the preparation of the required community redevelopment plan for its designated community redevelopment area. The Committee shall follow the procedures of the adopted small area planning process. The completed Community Redevelopment Plan shall be presented to the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) for review and approval prior to presentation to the Board.  The final Community Redevelopment Plan shall be adopted by the Board. In addition to providing advice and recommendations to the Community Redevelopment Agency on the implementation of an adopted Community Redevelopment Plan, each Committee shall work towards consensus to provide advice and recommendations to the Community Redevelopment Agency, to the extent permitted by the development review process, grant deadlines, or other similar time constraints, regarding the following: Proposed amendments and modifications to a Community Redevelopment Plan, Development applications within its Community Redevelopment Area that are classified as major applications under the provisions of the Martin County Land Development Regulations, the prioritization of community redevelopment capital projects, any other matters as directed by the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) or the Agency.

Recommended for individuals who want to learn basic English. Registration required. Esta clase se recomienda para personas que desean aprender inglés básico. Se requiere registro.