2MC Podcast Eps 64 - Birders and Beachers Beware

Birders and Beachers... we salute you! 2MC is tackling the topics you like to talk about the most. It's all things Martin County, all the time!0:00 | Intro0:43 | Gov Delivery1:48 | Shoreline Protection5:15 | Living Shoreline Project6:57 | Lend a Hand7:29 | House of Refuge9:44 | Birding Excursion11:08 | Mosquito Control12:01 | Community Movie Night12:44 | Outro_________________________________________________________________________Board Meeting: April 21 - https://martin.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx             Hutchinson Island Shore Protection Project: Last project was in 2018The Federal Shore Protection Project includes nourishment of the northern 4 miles of Atlantic Coast beach in Martin County, including dune reconstruction and planting.The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville DistrictCrews plan to use 360,000 cubic yards of beach‑compatible sand dredged from a local offshore borrow area to construct a dune and beach berm along 4 miles of shoreline on Hutchinson Island. Work also includes endangered species monitoring and other environmental compliance measures.Construction is scheduled during the environmental window of November 1 through April 30 to avoid impacts to nesting sea turtles. Ecological Associates, Inc. will identify and relocate sea turtle nests before and during construction, and the contractor will perform this work during construction.The project is funded through Flood Control and Coastal Emergencies (FCCE) funds following damages from Hurricane Nicole in 2022. While the storm caused significant erosion along portions of Florida’s coast, USACE assessments found that the federal shore protection project performed as designed.Federal shore protection projects are engineered to reduce coastal storm risk by absorbing wave energy and allowing beaches to erode during storms while protecting roads, critical infrastructure, and homes. In addition to supporting economic stability and tourism, beach renourishment restores essential habitat for shorebirds and marine turtles.Learn more about beach nourishment at https://www.martin.fl.us/beach-nourishmentIndian Riverside Park Living ShorelineDesign consists of native materials to stabilize the shoreline, maintain public access, and restore critical habitat. The living shoreline will restore nearly 2 acres of seagrass habitat. The 24 breakwaters are under construction and the toe stone has begun to be installed at the base of the mangroves. Should be completed by end of Summer 2026. https://owl.martin.fl.us/app/f?p=301:2:11407595437413::::P2_LIST_GROUP_ID,P2_LIST_ID:100,8116Lend a Hand: Need a helping hand? Martin County’s Lend a Hand program has funds available to help qualifying Martin County Utilities customers who ae experiencing a financial hardship pay their water bill. https://www.martin.fl.us/martin-county-services/emergency-financial-assistanceHouse of Refuge: House of Refuge, the county's oldest building, dating back to 1876.This nationally recognized historical site site has survived 150 years and 75 major storms, but it recently required significant repairs.Guided Birding Excursion: Join Explore Natural Martin April 20, 8am, at Allapattah Flats for a guided birding adventure through a scenic tropical forest. This event is perfect for birders of any level! Free event, registration required. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/explore-natural-martin-seasonal-birding-series-hardwood-hammock-tickets-1748319714329?aff=oddtdtcreator  Tire Round Up – Mosquito Control: • Open to Martin County residents• Limit of ten (10) passenger vehicle tires per household• Commercial and tractor tires will not be accepted• No appointment necessary. Staff will be on-site to assistDrop-Off Schedule (8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.): Saturdays• April 18, 2026 | Post Family Park, Indiantown• April 25, 2026 | Hobe Sound Community Center, Hobe Sound• May 2, 2026 | Langford Park, Jensen Beach• May 9, 2026 | Jock Leighton Park, Palm CityThis free service provides an easy way for residents to help reduce mosquito populations and support a healthier Martin County community.For more information visit https://www.martin.fl.us/TireDriveCommunity Movie Night-Sandlot: Friday, April 24 from 6-9 p.m. at Langford ParkGrab your lawn chairs, blankets, and loved ones for a perfect evening under the stars! Tired of the same old movie nights at home? It’s time to get out and experience something bigger. Join us for our Community Movie Night featuring the classic movie Sandlot on a 20-foot LED screen. https://www.martin.fl.us/PRDEvents_________________________________________________________________________Martin County Florida - Your County. Your Community.Address:2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996Website:https://www.martin.fl.us/Phone:(772) 288-5400