BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS LEON COUNTY, FLORIDA

PCM130104 Timberlane Road near the Market District
traffic safety for all users. As part of this plan, streetscape improvements along Timberlane
Road and greenway connections are being considered to enhance additional mobility modes,
and to increase pedestrian connectivity and comfort. Specific improvements being considered
include wider sidewalks, street trees, and street lighting;
4. Schools
The site is zoned for Gilchrist Elementary School, Raa Middle School, and Leon High
School. The potential impact on available public school capacity, if the original subject
property was redeveloped residentially, is indicated in the following table:
School Name
Gilchrist
Elementary Raa Middle Leon High
Potential Students Generated 1 0 0
Present Capacity 104 87 11
Post Development Capacity 103 87 11
The table above depicts preliminary calculations provided by School Board staff based on the
maximum residential development allowed under the requested future land use category.
Since the proposed use is office for the original subject property, there will be no anticipated
school impacts. If all the 34 developed properties remain as offices, there will be no
anticipated school impacts.
5. 5-Year Capital Improvements Projects
None.
F. VESTED / EXEMPT STATUS:
Not applicable.
G. PLANNING ISSUES
Protection of Lake Jackson
Lake Jackson is one of the principal recreational lakes in Leon County, and is considered
a world-renowned bass fishing spot and recreational resources for the entire Tallahassee
area. These uses of the lake have historically provided a net positive economic benefit to
Leon County. In response to environmental concerns and the economic and recreational
value of this waterbody, Lake Jackson was designated by the State of Florida as an
"Outstanding Florida Water." It is also the only freshwater lake that is a state-designated
Aquatic Preserve in Florida.
Lake Jackson is a closed drainage basin. Surface water flows into the lake, but leaves
only through evaporation or by seeping into the ground. The lake’s bottom has a number
of sinkholes that are connected to the Floridan Aquifer through a network of spaces in the
underground rock. During periods of drought, reduced inflows from rainfall and runoff
lower the lake level, and can allow sinkholes to drain the water remaining in the lake. On
September 16, 1999, Porter Hole Sink drained, taking with it fish, turtles, and the
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