Sewer projects, golf cart rules, parks, and hurricane prep

The May 26, 2026 Gulf County Board of County Commissioners meeting covered a wide mix of topics this month, from infrastructure and recreation projects to golf cart enforcement and hurricane season preparation.

Like always, this is not every single item discussed during the meeting, but these were some of the larger conversations and updates that stood out for residents, property owners, and anyone following growth and projects around Gulf County.

The parts locals and property owners should know

I pulled the main highlights from the April 28th Gulf County Board of County Commissioners meeting as a quick recap.

This is not everything that was discussed, but these are the items that stood out for residents, homeowners, and anyone keeping an eye on growth around Gulf County.

Airport discussion is still ongoing

If you’re in Port St. Joe/Mexico Beach/Cape San Blas this Easter weekend, here’s what’s going on! 

Friday, April 3

🏡 Open House
Come see me at 717 Fortner Ave, Mexico Beach
11 AM – 3 PM CT

🛍️First Friday Sip N Shop
Reid Ave. Downtown Port St Joe
5 PM – 7 PM ET

The parts that stood out from the March 31st BOCC meeting

The Gulf County Board of County Commissioners met on March 31st for their monthly meeting and covered a mix of port updates, housing, and development.

I pulled together the main highlights as a quick recap. If you want to watch the entire meeting. You can find it on YouTube.

These are the things that stood out for residents, homeowners, and anyone keeping an eye on growth around Gulf County.

Dry dock project and port updates

If you’ve ever planned a spring break trip to 30A, you know it takes a little strategy.

Before you even get to the beach, you’re looking up parking, shuttle routes, and beach access points. There are rules, curfews for minors, "private vs public" beach areas to know, and during peak spring break weeks, the beaches fill up fast.

The sand and water are beautiful, but it’s busy and chaotic.

March is when things really start picking up around the Forgotten Coast. Spring break brings more visitors to town, the weather starts warming up, and the calendar fills up with local events, live music, and outdoor activities.

If you are local or planning a visit this month, here are a few things happening around Port St. Joe, St. Joe Beach, Mexico Beach, and Cape San Blas.

As always, events are subject to change and I might not have caught everything, so check with the venue before heading out.

The Gulf County Board of County Commissioners met on March 3rd and covered a lot of ground. I pulled together the main highlights as a quick recap so you don’t have to sit through the full meeting. Here is the link if you want to view the entire meeting.

Here are the things that stood out for residents, homeowners, and anyone watching how Gulf County continues to grow.

Breakwater project is finally getting underway

The parts that matter to locals and property owners

If you have ever wondered what goes on at county meetings and how it affects everyday life here, this one covered a lot. I pulled the main takeaways from the January 27th Gulf County Board of County Commissioners meeting and skipped the long agendas and side conversations for you! 

These are the things that stood out for residents, homeowners, and anyone keeping an eye on growth around Gulf County.

October is one of the best times to be on the Forgotten Coast. The mornings are cooler, the evenings are comfortable, and the calendar is packed with local festivals, live music, and family events. If you are looking for things to do in Port St. Joe this October, here is a guide to some of the highlights.

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