County Moves Forward with AdventHealth Incentive

AdventHealth is getting a boost to build its first-ever facility in St. Johns County. Earlier this month the St. Johns County Commission directed staff to draft an economic development incentive for the construction of the 12-bed freestanding emergency department to be located southwest of the intersection at State Road 207 and Wildwood Drive. AdventHealth officials, along with representatives from the county recently held a ceremonial groundbreaking for the project.

The new facility is expected to create 56 new jobs and have an estimated $5.5 million economic impact on the local economy, according to a county media release.

“St. Johns County is excited to support and invest in AdventHealth’s first venture into St. Johns County,” said Director of Economic Development  Sara Maxfield in the release. “Healthcare represents the county’s third largest employment base and the third largest job growth sector. A vital component to strengthening our local economy is attracting employers and industries that match our community’s workforce skills and needs. The additional job opportunities AdventHealth brings to the county further solidify our reputation as a healthcare destination. We look forward to partnering with AdventHealth on this project and many more in the future.”

The county’s first annual rebate payment to AdventHealth is anticipated during the fiscal year 2027. The estimated annual payout is $84,790.00. The incentive’s total capped value is $222,374, the release stated.

“St. Johns County is growing quickly, and so are the needs of the people who live here,” said Denyse Bales-Chubb, president and CEO, AdventHealth Flagler and St. Johns market, in the release. “Emergency care should never be out of reach, which is why we will soon begin construction on a 12-bed emergency department on State Road 207. We are committed to making health care more accessible and are proud to work alongside local leaders to support the residents and visitors to St. Johns County.”