Commissioners weigh CIP priorities and contested connector road study

Jul 27, 2026

The FY2027 CIP totals $25 million for 22 projects including a proposed connector road between CR 395 and South Watersound Parkway; proponents cited congestion and safety needs while opponents cited prior state opposition and environmental impacts in Point Washington State Forest.

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Staff presented the FY2027 capital improvement plan with a total of $25,000,000 covering 22 projects, including design work for a Hewitt Bay connector road, two new fire stations and recreation infrastructure. "The fiscal year '27 capital CIP total is 25,000,000," Devin told the board.

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