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JACKSONVILLE CITY COUNCIL


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Group wants voters to decide on fate of Confederate monuments in Jacksonville

Members of the Unity Project gathered Monday on the steps of City Hall.

Civil rights groups file suit challenging Jacksonville City Council’s redistricting map

Civil rights groups have filed a lawsuit demanding the Jacksonville City Council “start over” on recently approved boundary lines.

New bill outlines changes for adult entertainment performers in Jacksonville

A bill that got the green light Tuesday from the Jacksonville City Council makes changes to the city’s adult entertainment and dancing entertainment codes.

Term limit legislation gets thumbs down in City Council’s 3rd reading

The Jacksonville City Council on Tuesday voted against a term limit bill that was introduced in February. The vote was 7-10.

Councilman wants Jacksonville voters to decide fate of Confederate monument

It’s been a source of controversy for at least the past three years, and a member of the Jacksonville City Council wants to change the process for coming up with a solution.

Term limit legislation for Jacksonville officials could be in trouble

The Jacksonville City Council is expected to hold a public hearing Tuesday on the term limit bill introduced in February, but it appears the legislation could be in trouble.

Councilman wants Jacksonville to roll back millage rate for ad valorem tax revenues

How does a local government deal with mounting inflation and its effect on people?

Brakes tapped on City Council bill seeking to clarify behaviors deemed disruptive during meetings

A bill introduced last month by the Jacksonville City Council president seeks to clarify types of behavior deemed disruptive during meetings.

Jacksonville City Council members discuss possibly pausing part of gas tax increase

The city of Jacksonville is looking to put a pause on a gas tax implemented earlier this year to help the growing financial strain many continue to feel at the pumps.

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Jacksonville City Council votes in favor of redistricting plan

The Jacksonville City Council on Tuesday voted 17-1 in favor of a redistricting plan that sets boundaries for its members.

Jacksonville mayor issues statement after legislation proposed to speed up removal of confederate monuments

Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry on Monday issued a statement to News4JAX after a new measure was proposed last week to speed up the process of removing confederate monuments in the city.

Recent acts of gun violence in Oceanway believed to be connected, JSO says

Members of the Jacksonville City Council met Thursday night, addressing recent cases of violent crime reported within the city’s seventh district.

6 people were home as shots were fired into Oceanway house: incident report

On Thursday, members of the Jacksonville City Council plan to address violence in the city’s 7th district during a town hall meeting.

Longtime investigative reporter Ken Amaro files to run for Jacksonville City Council

Known for his legendary "On Your Side" reports, Ken Amaro, formerly of First Coast News, filed to run for Jacksonville City Council District 1.

20% voter turnout in City Council special election: Higher than anticipated

In a special election Tuesday that was triggered by a runoff for the Jacksonville City Council At-Large Group 3 seat, Republican Nick Howland clinched 51% of the vote to his Democratic opponent Tracye Polson, who received 48% of the vote.

Polls open for Jacksonville City Council seat special election

Polls will open at 7 a.m. Tuesday in a special election to replace the Jacksonville City Council seat left vacant when Tommy Hazouri died in September.

UNF poll finds Jacksonville City Council candidates Howland, Polson in dead heat

A new poll released Thursday by the Public Opinion Research Lab at the University of North Florida reveals new data from registered voters, and the results show the two candidates for the City Council At Large Group 3 seat neck-and-neck in the race.

Less than a week left before Jacksonville elects new member to City Council

In six days, Jacksonville voters will elect a new member to the city council to replace Tommy Hazouri who died last September.

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‘Bus tour for mental health’ hitting Jacksonville streets to educate, spread awareness

Commissioners will host Community Bus Tours in various neighborhoods.

7,300 Duval residents cast ballots during first weekend of early voting

Not many people took part during the first weekend of early voting for a special Jacksonville City Council election to replace the seat vacated by the late Tommy Hazouri.

5 year plan: Investment Authority peaks into future of Downtown Jacksonville

After speaking Wednesday evening with a group of millennials, Jacksonville City Council members are onboard with the Downtown Investment Authority’s proposal to finally bring new parks to the area.

Young adults help get council members to back resolution supporting riverfront park development

For years, there have been promises of downtown riverfront development, yet nothing has happened. Now the promise of new parks along the St. Johns River is closer to coming true.

‘Baymeadows Community Improvement District’ up for final vote in City Council

The Jacksonville City Council is facing a vote Tuesday on a proposed special taxing district for residential areas around what used to be the Baymeadows Golf Club.

Jacksonville City Council president forms Special Committee on Solid Waste

Four months into the suspension of curbside recycling pickup in Jacksonville, there is no end in sight.

Process of tabulating vote-by-mail ballots underway in special Jacksonville City Council election

Early voting begins Saturday for a special Jacksonville City Council election to replace the seat left vacant when Tommy Hazouri died in September.

Redistricting town hall meeting to take place at Ed White High

Jacksonville’s growth in the past years could likely have an impact on who represents you on the Jacksonville City Council and Duval County School Board.

Anti-Biden flag still flying atop crane near stadium

The Jacksonville City Council president on Wednesday told News4JAX he hopes to soon have a resolution worked out as a flag, which contains a profane message toward President Joe Biden, remained flying near TIAA Bank Field.

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Gas tax hike takes effect Saturday in Duval County

Starting Saturday in Duval County, you're going to be paying more at the pump because of a local gas tax that is now in effect.

Following firing of Urban Meyer, Jacksonville city leaders look to future

City leaders are looking to the future after Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer was fired before the end of his first season with the team.

Curry on Jacksonville gas tax increase: ‘We are going to follow through on our policies’

Starting in January, Jacksonville’s local gas tax is going to double from 6 cents a gallon to 12 cents.

Jacksonville City Council member trying to put the brakes on gas tax increase

A Jacksonville City Council member is trying to put the brakes on the city’s new gas tax increase.

COVID-19 vaccination rate in Duval County at 60%

The Florida Department of Health in Duval County on Monday provided a COVID-19 update to a Jacksonville City Council committee.

Low early voting turnout in Jacksonville’s special election for City Council seat

Early voting ends Sunday. Election day is Tuesday and all 199 precincts will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. All registered voters are eligible to participate.

Early voting begins Saturday in Duval County

Voters in Jacksonville and all of Duval County will soon be heading to the polls for a special election.

Council gives thumbs up to redevelopment agreement at site of former Times-Union property

The Jacksonville City Council on Tuesday night approved a redevelopment agreement for a project at and around the site of the old Florida Times-Union building in the Brooklyn neighborhood.

City Council commends journalist Ken Amaro for decades of service in Jacksonville

During its Tuesday night meeting, the Jacksonville City Council approved a resolution honoring First Coast News investigative journalist Ken Amaro for his decades of work.

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Federal appeals court affirms convictions, sentences of ex-City Council members

Three judges from the Atlanta-based U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit heard oral arguments on Wednesday in the appeals from two former Jacksonville City Council members who were sentenced to prison for multiple counts of fraud involving a federally-backed loan and a city grant for a barbecue sauce business.

Future of Confederate monuments a top priority for Jacksonville City Council in 2022

There are a number of pressing issues and hot-button topics facing Jacksonville, including the future of the city’s remaining Confederate monuments, suspension of curbside recycling pickup and traffic delays due to trains.

MOSH appears step closer to Jacksonville Shipyards move

A spokesperson for the Museum of Science and History has confirmed to News4Jax that the Downtown Investment Authority has approved a plan to move MOSH to the Jacksonville Shipyards.

Curry: ‘It’s unfortunate’ City Council didn’t make decision on Confederate monument

Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry said it’s unfortunate that his legislation to remove a Confederate monument from Springfield Park was withdrawn by the City Council.

Jacksonville City Council votes to withdraw Confederate monument removal bill

Following hours of public comment and discussion, the Jacksonville City Council voted at its meeting Tuesday evening to withdraw an ordinance to spend $1.3 million to remove a Confederate moment that sits in Springfield Park.

Councilman, influential groups ask city council to postpone vote on Confederate monument removal

A Jacksonville City Counil member along with the chairman of the Jax Chamber are calling for the city council to postpone an upcoming vote to remove a Confederate moment that is still standing in a Springfield park.

3rd council committee vote to leave Confederate monument in Springfield Park sparks protest

A third Jacksonville City Council committee has voted over two days against spending $1.3 million to move a Confederate monument from Springfield Park, the decision coming after activists chanting, “Take ‘em down; take ‘em down” were cleared from the room.

2 Jacksonville City Council committees vote down removal of Confederate statue from Springfield Park

During its Tuesday evening meeting, the Jacksonville City Council is scheduled to discuss an ordinance that would appropriate $1.3 million to fund the removal of a Confederate statue in Springfield Park.

$1.3M for removal of Confederate statue in Springfield Park spotlights City Council discussion

During its Tuesday evening meeting, the Jacksonville City Council is scheduled to discuss an ordinance that would appropriate $1.3 million to fund the removal of a Confederate statue in Springfield Park.

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Council votes to make Juneteenth a paid holiday for Jacksonville city workers

A third reading of an ordinance that would make Juneteenth a paid holiday for city workers in Jacksonville is scheduled during City Council’s meeting Tuesday evening.

Activists demand Jacksonville City Council reinstate Safer Together committee

The Jacksonville Community Action Committee on Tuesday afternoon joined together with other local organizations for a rally, demanding the Jacksonville City Council reinstate its “Safer Together” committee.

‘Safer Together’ committee will not meet again, council president says

Jacksonville City Council President Sam Newby sent a note to council members on Thursday. It said the work of the “Safer Together Committee” is complete.

More Shipyards site renderings released as Downtown Development Review Board approves sports complex

We are getting a different view of what will be built on the Shipyards site.

City Council members handpick who gets $4.6 million in COVID-19 relief money

Eighteen Jacksonville City Council members have determined how to distribute more than $4.5 million to Jacksonville agencies, such as nonprofits and community centers.

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