The City of Palm Coast is proud to announce the official opening of the Seminole Palms Citation Boulevard Extension, a vital east-west connector that enhances mobility and connectivity for residents and businesses. Opened on Tuesday, February 4, this project is a successful collaboration between the City and Kolter Group, demonstrating the impact of public-private partnerships in community development.

The Florida Planning and Zoning Association (FPZA) recognized this partnership by awarding the project the 2024 “Outstanding Private and Public Partnership” honor.

The Citation Boulevard Extension was part of the City’s long-term transportation plan, which identified the need for a direct connection between Belle Terre Boulevard and Seminole Woods Boulevard. When Kolter Group began planning the Seminole Palms residential community in late 2021, the City saw an opportunity to align infrastructure improvements with private development. Through collaboration, Kolter agreed to provide land for right-of-way, stormwater ponds, and floodplain compensation while also constructing the road in exchange for City-owned land and site-specific transportation impact fees.

“This project is a great example of how strategic partnerships can create meaningful infrastructure solutions,” said Ray Tyner, Deputy Chief Development Officer. “By working together with Kolter Group, we have delivered a roadway that not only improves connectivity but also supports public safety in Palm Coast.”

In addition to enhancing transportation, the Citation Boulevard Extension has helped optimize emergency response services. A 2020 fire station location study indicated that two new fire stations would be required to maintain the current level of service—one near the southern end of Belle Terre Boulevard and one in Seminole Woods. However, with Citation Boulevard now providing a direct connection, Fire Station 26, currently under construction in Seminole Woods, will effectively serve both areas, eliminating the need for an additional station and saving taxpayer dollars.

Palm Coast Fire Chief Kyle Berryhill stated, “Our mission is not only to protect our citizens through public safety but also to spend public funds wisely. This roadway allows us to maintain our level of service through a one-time investment instead of building and maintaining an additional fire station in our community.”

The $4.5 million Citation Boulevard Extension was funded by road impact fees. The developer of Seminole Palms constructed the road along with essential utilities, including a reclaimed wastewater main that connects to a new system extending west to Belle Terre Boulevard. This will provide a reclaimed water service loop and better connections to Flagler Village and Citation Estates. The project will also include sidewalks and street lighting to ensure safe and accessible travel.

The Seminole Palms Citation Boulevard Extension highlights the City’s commitment to long-term infrastructure planning. This new east-west connector not only meets the growing transportation needs of Palm Coast but also supports responsible development and improved emergency response services.

The rapid progress of this project—from planning to construction in under two years—demonstrates the success of this public-private partnership and the City’s dedication to proactive infrastructure improvements that enhance the community.

The Florida Planning and Zoning Association (FPZA) recognized this partnership by awarding the project the 2024 “Outstanding Private and Public Partnership” honor.

The Seminole Palms Citation Boulevard Extension project advances the long-term needs of the communities and improves the quality of transportation options by provision of another east-west connector through a collaborative effort between private and public partnership, which also addresses the concurrent impacts of surrounding developments within the area. The effectiveness of this collaborative effort between private and public partnership produced an active project that in less than 2 years, the development is under construction demonstrating the effectiveness of this collective and collaborative efforts. 

Pictured accepting the award from the left are Dennis Leep, Site Development Manager for Palm Coast and Eric Morrisette from Kolter Homes.

Microsurfacing efforts have been completed along the following streets throughout the month of May. These efforts were completed to assure quality is maintained along these roadways.

Fairhill Lane, Fairchild Lane, and Barley Lane, Bannbury Lane and Banner Lane, Woodward Lane, Woodworth Lane, Woodholme Lane, Woodhollow Lane, Rivera Lane, Ranshire Lane, Riviere Lane, Ranwood Lane, Riverina Lane, Ranch Way, Porpoise Lane, Porwyn Lane, Pillary Lane, Pilgrim Drive, Pleasant Lane, Plumtree Place, Plateau Place, Plateau Lane, Pillar Lane and Plainview Drive

Similar microsurfacing efforts may take place at other locations in the future on as needed basis.

Rymfire Drive Project Completed

Despite some minimal delays and complications in the wake of Hurricane Milton, crews were able to complete this project and complete a large portion of the work overnight to help mitigate potential traffic issues.

Rymfire Drive Milling and Resurfacing

With milling and resurfacing of the entirety of Pine Lakes Pkwy now complete, crews started work late last week on milling and resurfacing of Rymfire Drive. Crews will be on the road over the next several weeks and motorists can expect minimal delays while work is underway. Once completed, milling and resurfacing will commence on Royal Palms Pkwy.