MARTIN COUNTY — County officials will try to resolve a legal showdown with Stuart through negotiations and possibly mediation before deciding whether to sue the city. County commissioners voted 4-1 Tuesday — with Commissioner Eileen Vargas dissenting — to seek a solution through the Florida Governmental Conflict Resolution Act,

Martin county says the city ignored its request for a letter of support and claims Stuart is in breach of an interlocal agreement.

County officials requested the support in the form of a letter from the city, but city commissioners Jan. 13 effectively ignored the request.

Martin County commissioners are looking for a mediator to resolve an ongoing dispute with the city of Stuart over a Brightline station.