Clay County Board of County Commissioners

What Clay County Board of County Commissioners does

Clay County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) is the elected governing body of Clay County, Florida, a political subdivision of the State of Florida established on December 31, 1858, and headquartered at 477 Houston Street in Green Cove Springs. The BCC oversees a comprehensive portfolio of municipal services for a population of more than 230,000 residents across 644 square miles in Northeast Florida, encompassing Fire Rescue, Animal Services, the Public Library System, Parks and Recreation (including the 150-acre Camp Chowenwaw Park, 250-acre Regional Sports Complex, 158-acre Outdoor Adventure Park, and 45-acre Fairgrounds), Garbage and Recycling, Emergency Management, Community Paramedicine, Transportation (delivered via Jacksonville Transportation Authority partnership), and the Community Development Block Grant program. The county employs 501-1,000 direct staff and operates from ten-plus physical facilities, with service delivery supported by digital infrastructure including the OpenGov e-Procurement Portal, WebTrac reservation system, GovDelivery email platform, Clay County TV on Comcast Channel 260, and Google Translate-powered multilingual website access.

The county's underlying technology stack is composed primarily of third-party integrations rather than proprietary platforms: Google Translate for 100+ language accessibility, Stripe for online payments (donations and Outdoor Adventure Park fees), PulsePoint for cardiac-arrest emergency notifications, WebTrac for park reservations, KultureCity for sensory-inclusion programs, and Comcast for broadband expansion. Procurement has been digitized through the OpenGov platform, replacing paper-based bid solicitation. Core service operations — fire suppression, EMS, animal control, library lending, park management, solid waste collection (via FCC Environmental Services) — are delivered through conventional municipal service models rather than unified software.

Clay County BCC's revenue model is that of a public government entity rather than a commercial enterprise: primary funding flows from property taxes and federal/state grants, supplemented by user fees for specific services such as animal adoption (dogs under 6 months $100; dogs 6 months and older $20; cats under 6 months $25; cats 6 months and older $20), gun range daily rates and tiered memberships at the Outdoor Adventure Park, fairgrounds and sports-complex rentals, and various permits. The customer segments are Clay County residents (primary), local municipalities (intergovernmental coordination), and small businesses (via the Florida SBDC at University of North Florida partnership). Capital expansion is funded through municipal bonds — most notably the $65M public safety bond approved in 2024 — and state/federal legislative appropriations.

Name

Clay County Board of County Commissioners

Legal name

Clay County Board of County Commissioners

Website

https://claycountygov.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1858

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Clay County Board of County Commissioners is the elected governing body of Clay County, Florida, delivering public safety, parks, libraries, animal services, transportation, and community development to 230,000+ residents across 644 square miles in Northeast Florida.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

County Government Services

NAICS

Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (9251), Administration of Environmental Quality Programs (9241), Administration of Veterans' Affairs (923140)

SIC

Non-Operating Establishments (9995), Refuse Systems (4953)

akta.pro primary industry

District Administration & Central Office (EDAJAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

County/District/Local Health Departments (HLAJAAAB), District Finance, Budgeting & Procurement Offices (EDADABAG)

Keywords

• County government services
• Public safety services
• Parks recreation facilities
• Library public services
• Animal shelter services

Headquarters

HQ city

Green Cove Springs

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Clay County Board of County Commissioners is the governing body of Clay County, Florida, providing comprehensive municipal and community services to more than 230,000 residents across 644 square miles. Core offerings include fire rescue and emergency medical services, animal sheltering and adoption, a public library system, parks and recreation facilities, garbage and recycling collection, public transportation, emergency management, community development programs, and broadband expansion initiatives. The county is funded primarily through property taxes, grants, and user fees for specific services such as permits, facility rentals, and animal adoption.

Product overview

Clay County Board of County Commissioners provides a comprehensive portfolio of government services organized as interconnected programs rather than a unified software platform. Core services include Fire Rescue with Community Paramedicine, Animal Services, Public Library System, and Parks & Recreation (including Camp Chowenwaw Park, Regional Sports Complex, and Outdoor Adventure Park). Environmental services encompass garbage/recycling, Keep Clay Beautiful, and broadband expansion. Transportation is delivered through a JTA partnership. Community development programs include CDBG, Community Paramedicine, Veterans Services, and accessibility initiatives like Clay Without Barriers. Infrastructure programs cover Flood Zone Information, Gateway to Clay, College Drive Initiative, and conservation lands. The county also operates the Fairgrounds for events and provides emergency management (Alert Clay), career services, and purchasing/bid solicitation through OpenGov. The website serves as the primary access point for all services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Clay County Fire Rescue Emergency fire suppression, medical response, hazardous materials handling, and wildland firefighting services for Clay County residents, including the Community Paramedicine Program providing free Narcan, Medication-Assisted Therapy, and addiction support.
• Clay County Animal Services Animal shelter offering pet adoption, foster care, TNVR program, rabies vaccinations, microchipping, and animal enforcement services for county residents.
• Clay County Public Library System Physical and digital library services including book lending, computer access, digital media, creation spaces with 3D printing, and programs for children, teens, and adults at branch locations throughout the county.
• Clay County Regional Sports Complex 250-acre premier athletic facility with eight multipurpose fields supporting soccer, lacrosse, flag football, and tournaments, plus a walking trail.
• Camp Chowenwaw Park 150-acre park along Black Creek offering camping, cabins, hiking trails, kayak launches, paddleboard rentals, swimming pool, and nature center programming.
• Clay County Outdoor Adventure Park 158-acre complex featuring a 200-yard gun range with 45 shooting bays including pistol, rifle, shotgun, and tactical bays, open to the public Thursday through Saturday.
• Garbage and Recycling Services Weekly curbside trash and yard waste collection, bulk pickup, recycling programs, and household hazardous waste disposal through FCC Environmental Services.
• Clay Community Transportation (CCT) Public bus service operated through a partnership with Jacksonville Transportation Authority, offering fixed routes and flex service for locations within 3/4 mile of routes throughout the county.
• Community Paramedicine Program Mobile integrated health program providing Medication-Assisted Therapy, Narcan distribution, addiction support, mental health referrals, and durable medical equipment to residents in need.
• Alert Clay Emergency Management Emergency notification system and disaster preparedness resources including hurricane, flood, and emergency planning information for Clay County residents.
• Flood Zone Information Services FEMA flood map updates, interactive property lookup tools, and flood insurance information for Clay County residents and property owners.
• Clay County Fairgrounds 45-acre event facility with exhibit halls, arenas, barns, commercial kitchen, and 48 RV hookups available for rodeos, fairs, weddings, concerts, and other public events.
• Clay County Purchasing Department Procurement services for vendors including formal and informal bid solicitations, vendor registration, and access to the OpenGov e-Procurement Portal.
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

AI capability2 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ComcastcoreTechnology or IntegrationIn 2022, Clay County commissioners approved an agreement with Comcast to extend broadband service into areas lacking internet service. The system is owned, operated, and maintained by Comcast. County's connectivity projects are complete, with additional state and federal funded projects ongoing through Office of Broadband grants.
• Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClay Community Transportation is provided through JTA, offering fixed-route bus service and flex service throughout the county including Fleming Island, Gainesville, Green Cove Springs, Keystone Heights, Middleburg, Orange Park, and Penney Farms.
• University of North Florida (UNF) Small Business Development CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClay County BCC partners with Florida SBDC at UNF to provide expert guidance and practical training for small businesses across the county. A senior business consultant works exclusively with Clay County small business owners with office located at 1850 Park Ave. Suite #2 in Orange Park.
• Keep America BeautifulminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerKeep Clay Beautiful is affiliated with Keep America Beautiful and Keep Florida Beautiful, working to protect natural beauty through environmental education and litter cleanup programs.
• Bissell Pet FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnimal services partner supporting pet adoption initiatives and shelter operations.
• Hill's Pet Nutrition (Food, Shelter and Love)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnimal services partner providing food support for shelter animals in the Food, Shelter and Love program.
• KultureCityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to create sensory-inclusive environments at libraries and county facilities, providing sensory bags, quiet zones, and staff training for patrons with sensory needs.
• Florida Communities Trust / Florida ForevercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFunding provided for acquisition of Camp Chowenwaw Park in 2006, enabling preservation of the 150-acre conservation and recreation area.
• Urban Land Institute (ULI) North FloridaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with ULI North Florida through Technical Assistance Panel to develop recommendations for Wells Road corridor enhancement, engaging local land use leaders and real estate experts.
• Freedom Truck Mobile MuseumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInvited to various county events including Touch A Truck and summer reading programs for America 250th anniversary commemoration activities.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Marion County Board of County Commissioners: Central Florida county government with comparable population scale, parks/conservation portfolio, and rural-to-suburban service delivery dynamics.
• Nassau County Board of County Commissioners: Northeast Florida county government of similar geographic profile and coastal exposure, providing comparable public safety, parks, and community development services.
• Baker County Board of County Commissioners: Small Northeast Florida county adjacent to Clay County, offering directly comparable service delivery model and intergovernmental coordination patterns.
• St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners: Adjacent Northeast Florida county government with similar service portfolio (public safety, parks, libraries, community development) and rapid population growth profile — most comparable peer in scale and demographic trajectory.
• Volusia County Council: Mid-sized Florida county government with a directly analogous service portfolio including beach/parks operations, fire rescue, libraries, and animal services, providing comparable operational scale benchmarks.
• Flagler County Board of County Commissioners: Northeast Florida coastal county with similar population growth dynamics and service portfolio, providing a comparable benchmark for service delivery scale and tax base dynamics.
• Alachua County Board of County Commissioners: North Central Florida county government with comparable portfolio including strong public library system, environmental/conservation programs (analogous to Keep Clay Beautiful), and community development block grant administration.
• Putnam County Board of County Commissioners: Northeast Florida county government providing similar county-level services to a smaller population base, useful as a comparable for operating efficiency and service breadth.
• Duval County Board of County Commissioners: The largest Northeast Florida county (Jacksonville) with directly comparable service mix including JTA transportation integration, fire rescue, animal services, and community development programs.

Others

• City of Green Cove Springs: The county seat municipality within Clay County, providing intergovernmental coordination context; comparable as a local-government peer for service delivery within the same jurisdiction.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ClayCo_FL
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCc5i-lrNYXXnqLNwZ_sPQ5A?view_as=subscriber
• Facebookfacebook.com/ClayCtyBCC
• Instagraminstagram.com/claycofl
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/clay-county-board-of-county-commissioners

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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