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Planning & Development
Planning & Development - Gulf County, FL MENU Planning & Development Gulf County Planning Department Our goal is to ensure that Gulf County is the ideal safe place to live, work and play now and in the future. Our mission is to deliver outstanding leadership and services that enhance the quality of life for all Gulf County Residents and visitors. Interactive Mapping Site FDEP - Coastal Construction Control Line Program PLANNING DEPARTMENT APPLICATIONS PLANNING DEPARTMENT REFERENCE MATERIALS GULF COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN GULF COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN SUBDIVISION PLATS RV Ordinance 2021-08 RV PARK Ordinance 2021-07 Flood Plain Management Ordinance 2021-04 Days and Hours of Operation: Monday to Thursday/7:00 AM - 5:30 PM (EST) Location: Gulf County Jail Building Room 400 Note: We are situated behind the Gulf County Courthouse. Contact Information: Doug Crane Gulf County Planner/Floodplain Administrator [email protected] Mariah Madrid Assistant Planner [email protected] Phone: (850) 227-9562 Fax: (850) 564-7513 Mailing Address: 1000 Cecil G. Costin Sr. Blvd. Room 400 Port St. Joe, FL 32456
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Administration
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Human Resources
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Records
Records Custodian All requests for public records shall be made in writing to the Records Custodian. A Public Records Request form must be completed and submitted to the Gulf County Sheriff’s Office. Public Records Request Form (PDF) The Gulf County Sheriff’s Office will respond to all public records requests within the time frame mandated by Florida law. Please direct all written requests to: Gulf County Sheriff’s Office ATTN: Records Custodian 1001 Merchant Drive PO Box 1188 Port St. Joe, FL 32456 Or fax to: 850-229-6370 Requests may also be emailed to: [email protected]
Fingerprinting Services
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Public Records Request
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Employment Opportunities
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Employment Applications
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Student Clubs
Clubs | Wewahitchka High School Skip to content Student Clubs Home / WHS / Student Clubs Clubs Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) Contact: Andria Webb Learn about SWAT Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Contact: Taylor Smith Learn about FCA Yearbook Contact: Ms. Kerri Barlow Organizations Student Government Association (SGA) Contact Ms. Tonya Cox Learn about SGA Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Learn about FBLA Senior Class Check out our Senior Class National Honor Society Learn about NHS Secret Link
Wewahitchka Elementary School
Wewahitchka Elementary School | Gulf District Schools Skip to content Wewahitchka Elementary School Home / WES Home of the Gators Guiding our students to make the world a better place! Upcoming School Events All School Events School News & Student Stories NEW Districtwide Events Calendar posted: Sep 28, 2026 Read Full Article Read full article SAFERWATCH DISTRICTWIDE ALERT TEST – SEPTEMBER 14th posted: Sep 11, 2026 Read Full Article Read full article Remembering September 11 – 25th Anniversary and Heroes’ Day posted: Sep 10, 2026 Read Full Article Read full article GCSB Board Policy Update (2026-08-27) posted: Sep 08, 2026 Read Full Article Read full article Secret Link
Port St. Joe Jr./Sr. High School
Port St. Joe High School | Gulf District Schools Skip to content Port St. Joe Jr./Sr. High School Home / PSJHS Home of the Tiger Sharks Gender Equity in Athletics Upcoming School Events All School Events School News & Student Stories NEW Districtwide Events Calendar posted: Sep 28, 2026 Read Full Article Read full article SAFERWATCH DISTRICTWIDE ALERT TEST – SEPTEMBER 14th posted: Sep 11, 2026 Read Full Article Read full article Remembering September 11 – 25th Anniversary and Heroes’ Day posted: Sep 10, 2026 Read Full Article Read full article GCSB Board Policy Update (2026-08-27) posted: Sep 08, 2026 Read Full Article Read full article Secret Link
Bell Schedule
Bell Schedule Regular Day Bell Start End First Bell 8:20 1st 8:25 9:25 2nd (Attendance / Show) 9:29 9:34 BREAK Junior High 9:34 9:44 2nd (Senior High) 9:34 10:29 2nd (Junior High) 9:44 10:39 BREAK Senior High 10:29 10:39 3rd 10:43 11:38 LUNCH Junior High 11:38 12:03 4th Senior High 11:42 12:37 4th Junior High 12:07 1:02 LUNCH Senior High 12:37 1:02 5th 1:06 2:01 6th 2:05 3:00 Dismissal 3:00 Half-Day BNL (Breakfast, No Lunch) Bell Start End First Bell 8:20 1st 8:25 9:00 2nd 9:05 9:40 3rd 9:45 10:20 4th 10:25 10:55 5th 11:00 11:30 6th 11:35 12:00 Dismissal 12:00 Academic Advisor (AA) Schedule Bell Start End First Bell 8:20 1st 8:25 9:25 2nd 9:29 10:24 Academic Advisor 10:28 10:48 3rd 10:52 11:47 LUNCH Senior High 11:47 12:12 4th (Senior High) 11:51 12:46 4th (Junior High) 12:16 1:11 LUNCH Senior High 12:46 1:11 5th 1:15 2:05 6th 2:10 3:00 Dismissal 3:00
Port St. Joe Elementary School
Port St. Joe Elementary School | Gulf District School Skip to content Port St. Joe Elementary School Home / PSJES Home of the Sharks Guiding our students to make the world a better place! Upcoming School Events All School Events School News & Student Stories NEW Districtwide Events Calendar posted: Sep 28, 2026 Read Full Article Read full article SAFERWATCH DISTRICTWIDE ALERT TEST – SEPTEMBER 14th posted: Sep 11, 2026 Read Full Article Read full article Remembering September 11 – 25th Anniversary and Heroes’ Day posted: Sep 10, 2026 Read Full Article Read full article GCSB Board Policy Update (2026-08-27) posted: Sep 08, 2026 Read Full Article Read full article Secret Link
Guidance
Port St. Joe Elementary School Guidance Department Home / PSJES / Guidance Focus Parent Portal Enroll a New Student Guidance Staff Jacqueline Patterson Guidance (850) 227-1221 Email Me Stephanie Newsome Guidance Secretary (850) 227-1221 Email Me Mission It is the mission of Gulf County school counselors to deliver a multi-layered, comprehensive, and accountable guidance program in which equity, access, and academic success for ALL students is the focus. In doing so, school guidance and counseling are provided to students, parents, and teachers so that students can reach their greatest physical, emotional, psychological, and behavioral potential. Goal The elementary guidance program is developmental and takes a proactive, instructional approach to provide counseling and guidance activities/programs that address the academic, social, and emotional needs of our students. The ultimate goal is to reduce barriers that impede student success. Children in elementary school begin to acquire academic and personal/social development skills. They are gaining new awareness of themselves as they interact with others. Students are in the process of forming basic values, attitudes, and interests that impact their education and, ultimately, their future. Furthermore, they begin to understand the world of work and have some general knowledge of different occupations and career choices. School counselors and teachers help children to develop positive attitudes toward school, take pride in their own efforts, and acquire good work habits at school. The primary goal of an effective career development program in the elementary school is to introduce children to the tasks that are important for a productive and rewarding way of life. Students need to become aware of themselves, how they are unique and constantly changing, and how they can use school experiences to explore and prepare for their future. There is evidence that the information students first learn carries the most weight in their ultimate decisions. Elementary schools must focus attention on areas such as: positive self-concept, responsible behavior, broad career awareness, interpersonal and communication skills, respect and diversity, and decision-making skills. Secret Link
Message from Your Principal
Dear Students and Families, Welcome to Port St. Joe Elementary School. It is indeed a tremendous honor and privilege to serve as your principal for the 2024-25 school year. We are pleased that you have visited our website, and if you need additional information, do not hesitate to contact us. Thank you for sharing your children; they are truly a gift to us. Your child’s elementary school years are a special time in his or her life. During this time, children undergo important developmental changes. It is also a time when children become more autonomous, and they transition from “learning to read” to “reading to learn.” I believe that parents are the first teachers of their children, and they play a central role in their children’s education. I invite you to participate in open, honest, and continuous communication with your child’s teachers to ensure a successful home-school partnership. I encourage you to tell our teachers about your child’s needs throughout the year so that he or she has “the best” educational experience. Our staff takes great pride in providing a safe, secure learning environment and is committed to providing our students with opportunities that allow them to flourish and grow academically. Our school believes that achieving success academically and in life is not built solely around one’s IQ; rather, success is a combination of hard work, being accountable, and caring about others. As principal, it is important for me that my staff, parents, and students become partners in this journey that we have embarked upon. All of us must come to school every day happy and ready to give it our best. A positive attitude will enable us to become problem solvers in a fun, nurturing environment. Thank you in advance for supporting your child’s success at school in the classroom and through our parent organizations. Let us all commit to making a greater effort towards communicating with each other. If I can ever be of assistance, please contact me. Respectfully, Jessica Brock Principal
Wewahitchka Jr./Sr. High School
Wewahitchka High School | Gulf District Adult School Skip to content Wewahitchka Jr./Sr. High School Home / WHS Home of the Gators Gender Equity in Athletics Upcoming School Events All School Events School News & Student Stories WHS Homecoming 2026 posted: Oct 01, 2026 Read Full Article Read full article NEW Districtwide Events Calendar posted: Sep 28, 2026 Read Full Article Read full article SAFERWATCH DISTRICTWIDE ALERT TEST – SEPTEMBER 14th posted: Sep 11, 2026 Read Full Article Read full article Remembering September 11 – 25th Anniversary and Heroes’ Day posted: Sep 10, 2026 Read Full Article Read full article Secret Link
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
The GIS Department maintains Gulf County's spatial data and mapping systems, supporting addressing, planning, and emergency response across the county. Our interactive map lets you explore addresses, streets, parcels, flood zones, evacuation zones, and more. Interactive GIS Map Open full screen Address Forms Need an official address, or need to verify one already on file? Use the online form or the paper form below. Address Verification Form Download the Paper Form (PDF) Get in touch Contact the GIS Department GIS Coordinator Clay Kennedy Phone (850) 229-6145 Address 1000 Cecil G. Costin, Sr. Blvd Building 500 Port St. Joe, FL 32456 Email [email protected] Office Hours Monday through Thursday 7:00 am to 5:30 pm EST Email the GIS Office
Office of Management & Budget (OMB & Grants)
Welcome to the Gulf County Office of Management & Budget (OMB & Grants) The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is responsible for development, implementation, and monitoring of the annual budgets for Gulf County Board of County Commissioners. The OMB office also performs the centralized functions of fiscal policy analysis, financial reporting, debt management, grant management and compliance, and special project research. OMB provides financial management, guidance, and support to the Board, County Administrator, and all county departments regarding budgets, grants, and purchasing in accordance with policies determined by the Board of County Commissioners, Florida Statutes, and federal regulations. Grant management responsibilities within the department include researching, soliciting, writing, administering, coordinating, tracking and compliance for all County grants. The department works to identify grant funding opportunities to maximize revenue to support County departments and help improve Gulf County. BEAR WISE FUNDING PROJECT Bear Wise Information and Application Form Retrofit Installation Instructions Mailing Address: 1000 Cecil G. Costin Sr. Blvd Room 312 Port St. Joe, FL 32456 Contacts: Sherry Herring Office of Management & Budget Director Erin Kennedy Grants Administrator [email protected] Phone: (850) 227-2383 Laura Armstrong [email protected] Phone: (850) 247-2420
Planning & Development
Planning & Development - Gulf County, FL MENU Planning & Development Gulf County Planning Department Our goal is to ensure that Gulf County is the ideal safe place to live, work and play now and in the future. Our mission is to deliver outstanding leadership and services that enhance the quality of life for all Gulf County Residents and visitors. Interactive Mapping Site FDEP - Coastal Construction Control Line Program PLANNING DEPARTMENT APPLICATIONS PLANNING DEPARTMENT REFERENCE MATERIALS GULF COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN GULF COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN SUBDIVISION PLATS RV Ordinance 2021-08 RV PARK Ordinance 2021-07 Flood Plain Management Ordinance 2021-04 Days and Hours of Operation: Monday to Thursday/7:00 AM - 5:30 PM (EST) Location: Gulf County Jail Building Room 400 Note: We are situated behind the Gulf County Courthouse. Contact Information: Doug Crane Gulf County Planner/Floodplain Administrator [email protected] Mariah Madrid Assistant Planner [email protected] Phone: (850) 227-9562 Fax: (850) 564-7513 Mailing Address: 1000 Cecil G. Costin Sr. Blvd. Room 400 Port St. Joe, FL 32456
Gulf County Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL)
Gulf County Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL) - Gulf County, FL Reference Map (Large Size) Reference Map (Small Size) Link to Florida Statute 161.053 Link to FDEP Beaches and Coastal Systems View/Download the Coastal High Hazard Study-Final- February 1, 2006 Letter to Property Owners on Re-establishment of CCCL
Wetappo Transfer Station Opening
We are pleased to announce the opening of Wetappo Transfer Station at 4286 Hwy. 22 in Wewahitchka. Our hours of operation will be Wednesday and Saturday from 7:00 AM-3:00 PM Central, excluding holidays.
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