2MC Podcast Eps 69 - Show The Snowy Plover Some Love

2MC Podcast Eps 69 - Show The Snowy Plover Some Love

Ok... yes we talk about more than the Snowy Plover in this podcast; loads more actually! Watch or listen to hear about anything and everything Martin County! It's 2MC! 0:05 | Intro 0:37 | Proclamations 1:19 | Quiet Zones 1:55 | Interlocal Agreement 2:09 | RFP: Airport 2:58 | Floridays RV Park 3:31 | Pine School PAMP 3:41 | MARTY 4:31 | Land Easements 5:06 | Martin County Healthy Start 5:47 | The P3 7:25 | Jupiter Island Ocean Rescue Building 7:58 | Events! 9:22 | Shoreline Restoration Award 11:43 | au revoir! _________________________________________________________________________ Board Meeting: June 9 - https://martin.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx             Proclamations: Congratulations to The Pine School Boys Varsity Soccer Team for winning the Florida High School Athletics Association Class 1A State Championships. We also recognized National Safe Boating Week, Public Works Week, declared Memorial Day, and Emergency Medical Services Week in Martin County, Florida. Public Comments: The Board asked staff to bring back an agenda item regarding quiet zones with a Federal Rail Administration expert in attendance.   Board Meeting: Interlocal Agreement for Fire Suppression and emergency medical services between Martin County and City of Stuart was approved. Approval to begin the Request for Proposal process for two vacant aeronautical parcels at Witham Field, each being 6.52± acres, located off Airport Road. The process will comply with all applicable laws and the Voluntary Corrective Action Plan, as approved by the Board and the Federal Aviation Administration Floridays Mobile Park- LDR text amendment is to modify the RV Park Standards specific to the Hobe Sound CRA. The Board received and filed the agenda item and all attachments and approved the Ordinance amending Article 12, Community Redevelopment Code, Land Development Regulations, Martin County Code. Watch the meeting for all the details. The Board approved the PAMP Amendment for The Pine School project. MARTY update: ridership and operations; Since July of 2025 there has been a 20% increase in ridership; since fare-free there has been an increase of 37% - add 21 new stops where there need to be bus stops. Starting the Route Optimization study. Approved the half cent sales tax to fund the acquisition of environmentally sensitive lands through conservation easement purchases. This Board of County Commissioners (Board) approved Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs) with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), Rural and Family Lands Protection Program. The Board approved an Option to Lease between Martin County and Martin County Healthy Start Coalition, Inc., and authorized the Chair to execute any documents necessary to complete this transaction. Proactive solution to Maternity Care in Martin County. P3 process and what that looks like - https://www.martin.fl.us/resources/public-private-partnership-p3-process The budgeting is in our CIP and also includes a fixed cost process – meaning there can be no contractor-initiated change orders. Jupiter Island – Approved the easement and site plan for the Fire Rescue building on Hobe Sound Beach     Events! Airport Strategic Planning Open House – Thursday, May 21 at 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at 2011 SE Airport Rd, Stuart   Music in the Park: Patio at Palm City Place enjoy music from artists Indigo Dreamers on Saturday, May 23 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.   Awards! Hutchinson Island Shore Protection Project wins ASBPA Best Restored Beaches The Hutchinson Island Shore Protection Project named a recipient of the prestigious 2026 Best Restored Beach Award by the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA), recognizing the project as one of the nation’s most successful coastal restoration efforts. Originally constructed in 1995, the Hutchinson Island Shore Protection Project was created to stabilize a critically eroded section of coastline. Over the past three decades, ongoing monitoring and adaptive management strategies have produced significant environmental benefits, including strengthened dune systems, a wider and more resilient beach, and enhanced nesting habitat for sea turtles. Today, the project serves as a national model for data-driven coastal management, demonstrating how strategic restoration efforts can successfully preserve dynamic beach ecosystems while delivering lasting environmental, recreational, and community benefits. _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials: https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissioners https://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/ https://twitter.com/MartinCountygov https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

2MC Podcast Eps 68 - Totally Pawesome

2MC is your one-stop-shop for all things Martin County. More details on what we covered in this episode... below! 0:00 | Intro 0:28 | Board Meeting Recap 1:07 | Land Donation 2:23 | Hobe Sound Storage Facility 2:57 | Office of Tourism and Marketing 4:03 | Mental Health Awareness 4:51 | Library Innovations 5:58 | Gizmo to the Rescue 6:56 | Boots Scootin' Bash 7:40 | Summer in the Parks (and Rec) 8:53 | Historic Preservation Month 10:05 | SEFAS Archaeology Day 10:40 | Knot House 11:21 | Golf Summer Camp 11:52 | UF IFAS 13:31 | Good Bug, Bad Bug 14:24 | Outro ____________________________________________ Board Meeting: May 5 - https://martin.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx              May is Mental Health Awareness Month 4-part series with Human Services on YouTube https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1tBfdhkoePzyw5Y1cLv-mwEyDK9746LT&si=FikMy0kBt3P0oIAp Library NoveList Plus connects readers of all ages with book recommendations based on their preferences monthly book displays curated by staff onsite. May Author Talks https://bit.ly/MayAuthorTalks2026 (past recordings available too!) Gizmo's "Pawesome" Guide to Mental Health Saturday, May 16: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Blake Library (kids event) We’ll read Gizmo's Pawesome Guide to Mental Health and visit with Paws to Read dogs! You’ll also get your own copy of the book (while supplies last). Please register in advance: https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16272727   Teen Boot Scootin’ Bash Wednesday, May 13th: 6:00pm-8:00pm Vince Bocchino Community Center 2369 NE Dixie Hwy. Get ready for the final Teen Talent and Trends of the year! Grab your boots (or just your sneakers) and get ready to line dance the night away! Learn fun line dance moves, supported by Children’s Services Council of Martin County. Space is limited, so sign up today! For more information and to register please visit https://www.martin.fl.us/Teens or contact: teens@martin.fl.us or call (772) 320-3161 Summer Camps at no Cost: The summer camp programs are proudly supported by the Children’s Services Council of Martin County.  Martin County Parks and Recreation is offering free summer camp programs in three convenient locations for children ages 5 and older (children must have completed kindergarten). Open to youth residing in Martin County or youth who are enrolled in a Martin County Elementary or Middle School.  *FREE Teen Summer. Dates: June 1 – July 31. No Summer Camp Programming will take place on Friday, July 3. Days: Monday – Friday, Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. https://www.martin.fl.us/SummerCamp Free swimming lessons eligible Martin County youth between the ages of 6 months and 17 years of age through the S.P.L.A.S.H. program at Sailfish Splash Waterpark. Visit https://www.martin.fl.us/swimming-lessons-sailfish-splash... to learn more. This program is proudly support by Children’s Services Council of Martin County. Historic Preservation Month: www.martin.fl.us/historicpreservation May 15 (Friday), 2:00 PM | “House of Refuge: Preserving a Maritime Legacy” Lecture — Free Lecture at Blake Library, 2351 SE Monterey Rd., Stuart, FL, on the restoration of the House of Refuge (1876)**. Contact: 772-288-5702. May 16 (Saturday), 10:00 AM–2:00 PM | Open House at the Historic Apollo School (1924)** — Free Explore the restored two-room schoolhouse at 9141 SE Apollo St., Hobe Sound, FL. Contact: 772-486-9737. May 16 (Saturday), 10:30 AM–12:00 PM | SEFAS Archaeology Day — Free Family archaeology event at Hobe Sound Public Library, 10595 SE Federal Hwy., Hobe Sound, FL. Contact: 772-546-2257. May 16 (Saturday), 11:00 AM–2:00 PM | The Knott House Ceremonial Reenactment — Free Reenactment and lectures at Gazebo Park, 80 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart, FL. Contact: 772-260-1766.   Golf Summer Camp: Make the most of your children's summer vacation by enrolling them in the Sailfish Sands Junior Golf Summer Camp, starting on June 9! Open to ages 7-17, this camp will give your kids the opportunity to practice at a one-of-a-kind facility with Trackman Range technology, have fun with other young golfers and learn the game of golf in a fun and interactive way! https://www.martin.fl.us/Junior-golf UF IFAS Martin County Programs Water Ambassador Program: Tuesday, May 19 – Ecosystem-scale water quality and natural systems restoration. More coming in June, July, Aug & Sept Other stuff: Master Gardner Plant Sales, Garden Help at Home Depot / Good Bugs, Bad Bugs and Smart Pest Solutions / Mosquito Bite Prevention https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/events/?location=martin

2MC Podcast Eps 66 - THIS is Historic

Wondering... pondering... thinking about Martin County? You came to the right place! 2MC is the podcast for you! Details on what we covered THIS WEEK, below. 0:08 | Intro 0:25 | Next Board Meeting 0:53 | Art in Public Places 2:38 | Beach Fires 3:19 | Hazmobile 5:19 | Star Wars Crafts 6:03 | Historic Preservation Month 9:55 | Golf Summer Camp 11:39 | Library Survey 12:10 | Mosquito Control 12:45 | Outro Board Meeting: May 5 - https://martin.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx              Thanks to Martin County’s General Services Department for their care and craftsmanship in relocating Silent Sounds of Service by artist Gary Gresko to its new home at Fire Station 21 in the Old Palm City CRA! As part of Martin County’s Art in Public Places collection, this powerful sculptural wind chime features five suspended bells representing the five branches of the United States military, each incorporating authentic military artifacts that accompanied service members during times of conflict. The interiors of the bells are painted red, symbolizing the commitment carried within those who serve, while sculptural epaulets above reference ceremonial traditions of honor and recognition. Though shaped like a wind chime, the piece is intentionally silent—inviting reflection on service, remembrance, and the often-unspoken contributions of military members and their families. Beach Fire Permits: At Stuart Beach, fires are permitted from November through February, during the non-turtle nesting season, between 5:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., in designated fire pits. A valid permit is required. https://www.martin.fl.us/BeachFire   Haz-Mobile: Martin County residents may bring up to 100 pounds or 20 gallons of household hazardous waste to the Mobile Household Hazardous Waste Collection Vehicle ("HazMobile") for FREE disposal. These items are accepted at the HazMobile: Aerosol cans Antifreeze Cleaners Fertilizers & Herbicides Filters Fluorescent bulbs Household batteries Paints Pesticides Used motor or cooking oil https://www.martin.fl.us/HHWaste   Lego Club: Saturday, May 2 from 3-4 p.m. at the Peter and Julie Cummings Library. Do you love to build with LEGO® bricks? If you are age 4 and up, come join the fun at the library! We will provide the LEGO® bricks, so you only need to bring your imagination. Your build will be on display in the library for a month! This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Martin County Library System, Inc. https://mcls.libnet.info/event/15263194   This is the May: Star Wars Day: Come and create Star Wars crafts you will! Visit our crafting stations at the Robert Morgade Library on Saturday, May 2 and become one with the force. All ages welcome, all day event. https://mcls.libnet.info/event/16111265   Historic Preservation Month: Join the Martin County Historic Preservation Board for the official kick-off of Historic Preservation Month 2026 on Thursday, April 30, from 5-6 PM at the Stuart Heritage Museum. Connect with Partners in Preservation, enjoy brief remarks, and light refreshments as we celebrate the places and stories that shape Martin County’s history! Free and open to the public. www.martin.fl.us/historicpreservation   Golf Summer Camp: Make the most of your children's summer vacation by enrolling them in the Sailfish Sands Junior Golf Summer Camp, starting on June 9! Open to ages 7-17, this camp will give your kids the opportunity to practice at a one-of-a-kind facility with Trackman Range technology, have fun with other young golfers and learn the game of golf in a fun and interactive way! https://www.martin.fl.us/Junior-golf   Library Satisfaction Survey: Do you visit your local library or use any of our services? Please take a few moments to complete this brief survey. Your input will help us improve library services. If you have not been using the library, feel free to express why so we can better serve our community. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026MCLS   Tire Round Up – Mosquito Control:  • Open to Martin County residents • Limit of ten (10) passenger vehicle tires per household • Commercial and tractor tires will not be accepted • No appointment necessary. Staff will be on-site to assist Drop-Off Schedule (8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.): Saturdays • • May 2, 2026 | Langford Park, Jensen Beach • May 9, 2026 | Jock Leighton Park, Palm City This free service provides an easy way for residents to help reduce mosquito populations and support a healthier Martin County community. For more information visit https://www.martin.fl.us/TireDrive _________________________________________________________________________ Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community. Socials: https://www.facebook.com/MartinCountyBoardofCountyCommissioners https://instagram.com/martincountyflorida/ https://twitter.com/MartinCountygov https://www.youtube.com/user/MartinCountyFL Address: 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996 Website: https://www.martin.fl.us/ Phone: (772) 288-5400

2MC Podcast Eps 64 - Birders and Beachers Beware

Birders and Beachers... we salute you! 2MC is tackling the topics you like to talk about the most. It's all things Martin County, all the time! 0:00 | Intro 0:43 | Gov Delivery 1:48 | Shoreline Protection 5:15 | Living Shoreline Project 6:57 | Lend a Hand 7:29 | House of Refuge 9:44 | Birding Excursion 11:08 | Mosquito Control 12:01 | Community Movie Night 12:44 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ Board Meeting: April 21 - https://martin.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx              Hutchinson Island Shore Protection Project: Last project was in 2018 The Federal Shore Protection Project includes nourishment of the northern 4 miles of Atlantic Coast beach in Martin County, including dune reconstruction and planting. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District Crews plan to use 360,000 cubic yards of beach‑compatible sand dredged from a local offshore borrow area to construct a dune and beach berm along 4 miles of shoreline on Hutchinson Island. Work also includes endangered species monitoring and other environmental compliance measures. Construction is scheduled during the environmental window of November 1 through April 30 to avoid impacts to nesting sea turtles. Ecological Associates, Inc. will identify and relocate sea turtle nests before and during construction, and the contractor will perform this work during construction. The project is funded through Flood Control and Coastal Emergencies (FCCE) funds following damages from Hurricane Nicole in 2022. While the storm caused significant erosion along portions of Florida’s coast, USACE assessments found that the federal shore protection project performed as designed. Federal shore protection projects are engineered to reduce coastal storm risk by absorbing wave energy and allowing beaches to erode during storms while protecting roads, critical infrastructure, and homes. In addition to supporting economic stability and tourism, beach renourishment restores essential habitat for shorebirds and marine turtles. Learn more about beach nourishment at https://www.martin.fl.us/beach-nourishment Indian Riverside Park Living Shoreline Design consists of native materials to stabilize the shoreline, maintain public access, and restore critical habitat. The living shoreline will restore nearly 2 acres of seagrass habitat. The 24 breakwaters are under construction and the toe stone has begun to be installed at the base of the mangroves. Should be completed by end of Summer 2026. https://owl.martin.fl.us/app/f?p=301:2:11407595437413::::P2_LIST_GROUP_ID,P2_LIST_ID:100,8116 Lend a Hand: Need a helping hand? Martin County’s Lend a Hand program has funds available to help qualifying Martin County Utilities customers who ae experiencing a financial hardship pay their water bill. https://www.martin.fl.us/martin-county-services/emergency-financial-assistance House of Refuge: House of Refuge, the county's oldest building, dating back to 1876. This nationally recognized historical site site has survived 150 years and 75 major storms, but it recently required significant repairs. Guided Birding Excursion: Join Explore Natural Martin April 20, 8am, at Allapattah Flats for a guided birding adventure through a scenic tropical forest. This event is perfect for birders of any level! Free event, registration required. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/explore-natural-martin-seasonal-birding-series-hardwood-hammock-tickets-1748319714329?aff=oddtdtcreator    Tire Round Up – Mosquito Control:  • Open to Martin County residents • Limit of ten (10) passenger vehicle tires per household • Commercial and tractor tires will not be accepted • No appointment necessary. Staff will be on-site to assist Drop-Off Schedule (8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.): Saturdays • April 18, 2026 | Post Family Park, Indiantown • April 25, 2026 | Hobe Sound Community Center, Hobe Sound • May 2, 2026 | Langford Park, Jensen Beach • May 9, 2026 | Jock Leighton Park, Palm City This free service provides an easy way for residents to help reduce mosquito populations and support a healthier Martin County community. For more information visit https://www.martin.fl.us/TireDrive Community Movie Night-Sandlot: Friday, April 24 from 6-9 p.m. at Langford Park Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, and loved ones for a perfect evening under the stars! Tired of the same old movie nights at home? It’s time to get out and experience something bigger. Join us for our Community Movie Night featuring the classic movie Sandlot on a 20-foot LED screen. https://www.martin.fl.us/PRDEvents _________________________________________________________________________ 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

2MC Podcast Eps 63 - Bad to the Batteries

It's 2MC, your source for anything and everything Martin County! 0:00 | Intro 1:05 | Board Meeting Recap 1:16 | Neighborhood Advisory Committees 2:47 | Lithium Batteries 4:31 | Conservation Lands 6:13 | Martin County Forever Conservation Celebration. 7:06 | Mosquito Control 8:58 | Knot Your Average Teen Night 9:49 | Dial-a-Poem 10:55 | Water Ambassador Virtual Webinar 11:58 | Next Board Meeting 12:13 | Outro _________________________________________________________________________ Board Meeting: April 21 - https://martin.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx          NAC Appointments made for Golden Gate and Old Palm City: Each Committee shall assist in the preparation of the required community redevelopment plan for its designated community redevelopment area. To request an application, please call 772-288-5756 or email dgordon@martin.fl.us Lithium-Ion Batteries Presentation: Fire Prevention https://www.martin.fl.us/FirePrevention 2025 Florida battery fires: 212 Most common reported fire causes: scooter/hoverboard, golf cart, electric vehicles, battery backup device What has lithium batteries: drones, tools, laptops, portable air conditioners, holiday decorations Charging Tips: always charge secured on a flat dry surface, keep away from direct sunlight, 36” clear space (no flammables or furniture nearby), don’t leave unattended overnight/while away Warning Signs: Watch for swelling or bulging of battery (disconnect and dispose of), hissing cracking or popping sounds (imminent threat) Don’t throw in trash – bring to HAZMOBILE or Hazardous Waste Collection Facility   ACCEPTING THE ACQUISITION OF TWO PARCELS IN HOBE SOUND TOTALING 3.29 ACRES, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL LANDS OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE https://martincountyfl.opengov.com/transparency#/131380/accountType=expenses&embed=n&breakdown=30879f12-9b4d-4598-9256-53cdec74dab0¤tYearAmount=cumulative¤tYearPeriod=years&graph=pie&legendSort=desc&proration=true&saved_view=801507&selection=B3E257B65E1CAB84C44ABE2118B99306&projections=null&projectionType=null&highlighting=null&highlightingVariance=null&year=2026&selectedDataSetIndex=47&fiscal_start=earliest&fiscal_end=latest Tire Round Up – Mosquito Control:  • Open to Martin County residents • Limit of ten (10) passenger vehicle tires per household • Commercial and tractor tires will not be accepted • No appointment necessary. Staff will be on-site to assist Drop-Off Schedule (8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.): Saturdays • April 4, 2026 | New Monrovia Park, Stuart • April 11, 2026 | Lamar Howard Park, Stuart • April 18, 2026 | Post Family Park, Indiantown • April 25, 2026 | Hobe Sound Community Center, Hobe Sound • May 2, 2026 | Langford Park, Jensen Beach • May 9, 2026 | Jock Leighton Park, Palm City This free service provides an easy way for residents to help reduce mosquito populations and support a healthier Martin County community. For more information visit https://www.martin.fl.us/TireDrive Knot Your Average Teen Night: Friday, April 17 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Port Salerno Civic Center TEENS – Looking for a laid-back night? Join us as we cut, tie and turn fleece into the ultimate cozy blanket. Grab your friends and make one for yourself or for someone who could use a little extra warmth. This program is proudly supported by the Children’s Services Council of Martin County.  Register here: https://www.martin.fl.us/Teens Dial-A-Poem: every Tuesday in April between 4-5 p.m. by calling 772-219-4976 Celebrate National Poetry Month! Youth can participate to have a fun poem read over the phone by one of our Children’s Librarians. https://mcls.libnet.info/event/15881798 Martin County Forever Conservation Celebration: Friday, April 17 at 9 a.m. recognizing the permanent protection of more than 2,000 acres, including the newly established conservation easement at Bar-B Ranch. This milestone reflects the community’s commitment to conservation through the voter-approved Martin County Forever Land Acquisition Sales Tax, which continues to preserve environmentally sensitive lands for the benefit of current and future generations. Event Details: 📍 Timer Powers Park, 14100 Citrus Blvd., Indiantown 🗓 Friday, April 17 🕘 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Please RSVP by April 13 to: landacquisition@martin.fl.us Water Ambassador Virtual Webinar: Tuesday, April 21 at 12 p.m. The UF/IFAS Water Ambassador Program trains and empowers residents to become community leaders in protecting local water resources and our environment. Monica Wilson will discuss operation  T.R.A.P.-Trash Reduction for Aquatic Preserves. Registration is required. https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/Gojn7_CJRpivZ6kG5TM_JA#/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