City of St. Augustine

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice made our freedoms possible. Please note that City offices will be closed on Memorial Day. Trash collection will remain on schedule.

Traffic reminder for today 🚧 Beginning around 5pm today, temporary rolling road closures will take place for a religious procession along the Bayfront. Expect delays on San Marco Ave, Avenida Menendez, Cathedral Place, and nearby routes. Map: citystaug.com/ImageRepositor…

🎙️ This week on The Break Room, Dee Brown, Public Information Officer for the City of St. Augustine, reflects on his career, favorite memories, and retirement plans. 📻 WFCF 88.5 FM Tues/Wed 5 p.m., Sat/Sun 8 a.m. Listen: bit.ly/4dDGswp

Today’s the day! ☀️🏊 Galimore Community Pool opens for the 2026 summer season today, May 20, from 11am to 5pm. Swim season runs through Sept. 7 with lap, teen, senior, and family swim. Full schedule here: bit.ly/2T7r7LU

🚧 Upcoming Downtown Traffic Alert: Rolling road closures begin around 5pm Sunday, May 24 for a religious procession. Expect delays near San Marco Ave, South Castillo Dr, Avenida Menendez & Cathedral Place. King St will temporarily become two-way. Map: bit.ly/4ucprQO

City offices closed Monday, May 25, for Memorial Day 🇺🇸 🗑️ Trash pickup remains on schedule. 🅿️ Free parking in city-owned lots/on-street spaces except Castillo de San Marcos & the Historic Downtown Parking Facility. Check lot ownership before parking. Private lots may tow.

🎙️ Assistant City Manager Reuben Franklin discusses the success of St. Augustine’s Citizens Academy and proposed vehicle-for-hire ordinance updates focused on safety, oversight, and supporting local businesses. 🔗 Listen now: bit.ly/3Pzdsha

Local elections are coming up in Saint Augustine 🗳️ On The Break Room, Vicky Oakes shares what voters need to know about 2026 city races, open seats, deadlines, qualifying, petitions, primaries, and more. Listen: bit.ly/4eMpZIv

Celebrate the preservation of a treasured Lincolnville landmark! Greater St. Mary’s improvements include stabilization, floodproofing, and historic preservation upgrades. Ceremony: May 15, 10am at 69 Washington St. 🎉

Help shape the future of Francis Field! Join the City of St. Augustine CRA on May 13, 3 to 7 p.m. at City Hall to view design concepts and share your input on this key community space. Learn more: bit.ly/4em2h5B

Over 2,000 POWs once lived in St. Augustine during the Revolutionary War, some with surprising freedom. Dr. Roger Smith shares stories of espionage and daily life on The Break Room. 🎧 bit.ly/42vCsZp 📻 WFCF 88.5 FM Tues/Wed 5 PM | Sat/Sun 8 AM #StAugustine #History

Step into a lesser-known chapter of the American Revolution on May 9, 10 to 11 AM, at the Historic Waterworks Building in St. Augustine. Dr. Roger Smith shares the story of 2,000+ POWs held here. Free event, reserve your spot: bit.ly/4trHBxs

🌎 Earth Week is a great time to take action. Hear how St. Augustine supports recycling, tree planting, and native species, plus details on the Earth Week event. ♻️ 🎧 bit.ly/4trdJBw

Fire Marshal Abby Pedigo shares how prevention and training are saving lives in St. Augustine 🚒 From CPR classes to smoke alarm programs, real impact is happening daily. A lighthouse rescue proves it. Listen now: bit.ly/4ehRjxF

King St Bridge over the San Sebastian River will close starting April 13 for about 7 months 🚧 Traffic detoured via US 1 and Malaga St, expect delays and plan ahead. Details: bit.ly/3PAQV3a

Women who shaped St. Augustine’s story take center stage 🎙️ City Clerk Darlene Galambos highlights trailblazers in preservation, archaeology, education, and business, and how their impact still lives on today. Listen now: bit.ly/41PigRU 📻

Help shape how Lincolnville’s history is shared 🏫 Join the City of St. Augustine on April 20, 5pm at the Willie Galimore Center to discuss a new exhibit on historically segregated Black schools. Your voice matters. 📍399 Riberia St Learn more: citystaug.com/m/newsflash/ho…

St. Augustine’s free community recycle event is back April 24, 9am–1pm ♻️ Shred docs, recycle electronics, and drop off used cooking oil, all in one place. Don’t forget, no TVs or hazardous waste allowed! More information: bit.ly/41RmBUN

This week on The Break Room, explore the stories behind St. Augustine’s remarkable women, from historians to community leaders shaping the city’s future 🌟 Listen now 🎧 bit.ly/4uZTHiJ 📻 WFCF 88.5 FM Tues & Wed 5PM | Sat & Sun 8AM

King St Bridge over the San Sebastian River will close starting April 13 for about 7 months 🚧 Traffic detoured via US 1 and Malaga St, expect delays and plan ahead. Details: bit.ly/3PAQV3a