Committee members said they are concerned about the economic impact the move could have on the downtown area. There are a lot of county functions tied to the judicial system in proximity to the courthouse. I don't think anyone will consider leaving the downtown area completely. Debbie Banks, a member of Downtown Palatka Inc., said as long as the judicial offices stay downtown business owners won't suffer. She said it would be detrimental to the area if all the judicial offices moved to the mall.
Jurors shop and eat in our stores.
Baltz said letters will be sent to each committee member within the next few weeks to inform them of their first meeting.