The Santa Rosa Island Authority will pay Escambia County for fire services on Pensacola Beach. The SRIA Board voted 4-2 at their June 23 meeting to increase lease fee collections to fund fire services. The action, which will be memorialized in an interlocal agreement between Escambia County and the SRIA, will do away with the MSBU for fire services and bind the SRIA to pay all operating costs for Pensacola Beach’s full time fire protection services.

Read more for June 23 SRIA meeting coverage. 

The Pensacola Beach Gateway Project has generated considerable public interest—and rightfully so. Pensacola Beach is one of Escambia County’s most treasured landmarks, representing both natural beauty and a deep sense of home for residents and visitors alike.

In the spirit of transparency and community accountability, Commissioner Ashlee Hofberger is providing an important update on the project’s current status and revised path forward.

Revised Project Elements Include:

• Installation of the tolling gantry system to modernize access

• Removal of the artistic façade

• Sidewalk and roadway improvements to enhance safety and traffic flow

• Fiber installation for future smart traffic solutions

Read more for details and costs. 

Escambia County is urging residents to remain prepared before, during and after a storm during hurricane season by stocking up on seven days' worth of supplies, otherwise known as being "One Week Ready." Hurricane season begins Saturday, June 1, and continues until Saturday, Nov 30. Lots of tips and information...click "read more." 

District 4 Commissioner Ashlee Hofberger invites the public to three "Community Conversations" meetings,

·       Wednesday, May 14: 5-6 p.m., Regency Park, 8245 Fathom Road

·       Tuesday, June 3: 5-6 p.m., Roger Scott Athletic Complex, 2130 Summit Blvd.

·       Monday, July 7: 5-6 p.m., Ferry Pass Community Center, 8800 N. 9th Ave.