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LIVE: Councilman announces plans to introduce legislation on future of Jacksonville’s neighborhoods, citizen engagement

MATT CARLUCCI


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Councilman Carlucci calls for renewed leadership competition in city council

Read full article: Councilman Carlucci calls for renewed leadership competition in city council

City Councilman Matt Carlucci has announced a meeting to discuss the need for increased competition in council leadership roles. He expressed concern over the lack of competitive elections.

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State attorney pumps brakes on special investigating committee into Jacksonville firearm registry

Read full article: State attorney pumps brakes on special investigating committee into Jacksonville firearm registry

State Attorney Melissa Nelson has formally asked Jacksonville City Council President Randy White to hold off on creating a special investigating committee into the city’s firearm registry.

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‘Going to be a showcase’: Beloved Weavers behind inspiration for Riverside park renovation project

Read full article: ‘Going to be a showcase’: Beloved Weavers behind inspiration for Riverside park renovation project

A beloved park in Jacksonville’s Riverside neighborhood is set to undergo a significant transformation.

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‘It was a betrayal’: Students express ire, Councilman Matt Carlucci walks out of meeting over education resolution vote

Read full article: ‘It was a betrayal’: Students express ire, Councilman Matt Carlucci walks out of meeting over education resolution vote

A last-minute push to pass an emergency resolution supporting state funding for education acceleration programs -- like Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), and Dual Enrollment -- didn’t make the cut at Tuesday night’s Jacksonville City Council meeting.

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Duval County students urge Jacksonville council to oppose state funding cuts

Read full article: Duval County students urge Jacksonville council to oppose state funding cuts

Two councilmen drafted a resolution to oppose state funding cuts to acceleration programs after students called on councilmembers for help during a rules committee Monday.

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Councilman says city’s General Counsel has ‘lost the trust and confidence’ of city council

Read full article: Councilman says city’s General Counsel has ‘lost the trust and confidence’ of city council

Councilman Rory Diamond said on Wednesday that General Counsel Michael Fackler should step down from his position as general counsel for the city of Jacksonville.

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Preservation vs. Revitalization: When it comes to buildings, Jacksonville officials say both are crucial

Read full article: Preservation vs. Revitalization: When it comes to buildings, Jacksonville officials say both are crucial

Demolition crews are actively working at the old Solomon Auction Building in Jacksonville’s Urban Core after the building collapsed Monday evening. The Solomon Auction Building, while old, is not considered historic; however, its recent destruction raises questions about the criteria for preserving buildings and when it might be time to let go.

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Jacksonville trash fees to increase after city council approves two bills to address growing debt

Read full article: Jacksonville trash fees to increase after city council approves two bills to address growing debt

Jacksonville City Council is considering legislation to raise trash fees in order to address a growing debt for a solid waste loan, which could reach $500 million by fiscal year 2031-2032.

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Tell Us: What do you think about city council’s proposal to more than double trash fees in Jacksonville?

Read full article: Tell Us: What do you think about city council’s proposal to more than double trash fees in Jacksonville?

The Jacksonville City Council is considering legislation that would raise trash fees for homeowners.

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Councilman wants phased-in approach to increasing trash pickup fees for Jacksonville residents

Read full article: Councilman wants phased-in approach to increasing trash pickup fees for Jacksonville residents

A Jacksonville city councilman is recommending what he calls a “phased-in” approach to a proposed plan to increase trash pickup fees for homeowners, according to News4JAX news partner the Jacksonville Daily Record.

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‘Steeped in history’: Modern upgrades honor legacy of historic J.P. Small Park and Hank Aaron Field in Durkeeville

Read full article: ‘Steeped in history’: Modern upgrades honor legacy of historic J.P. Small Park and Hank Aaron Field in Durkeeville

The legendary Durkee Field built in 1912, now known as James P. Small Park and Hank Aaron Field, received improvements to the ballfield, which will be celebrated in a ceremony Friday.

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Could Jacksonville residents soon be paying more for trash services?

Read full article: Could Jacksonville residents soon be paying more for trash services?

Jacksonville City Councilman Matt Carlucci is pushing to raise garbage fees to address a growing financial shortfall in the city’s trash collection services.

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Florida law to allow lawsuits over public sleeping ban enforcement on Jan. 1

Read full article: Florida law to allow lawsuits over public sleeping ban enforcement on Jan. 1

Individuals and businesses in Florida will have the right to sue local governments if they fail to enforce the state-mandated ban on sleeping in public spaces come Jan. 1.

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Jacksonville City Council approves moving $4 million from general fund to help garbage, recycling services

Read full article: Jacksonville City Council approves moving $4 million from general fund to help garbage, recycling services

The city of Jacksonville is setting aside $4 million to help for garbage and recycling services as one city council member proposed raising garbage fees.

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Jacksonville city councilman addresses backlash after holiday event on Jaguars owner Shad Khan’s yacht

Read full article: Jacksonville city councilman addresses backlash after holiday event on Jaguars owner Shad Khan’s yacht

Shad Khan invited the mayor and council members to attend an event that he held on Monday night on his yacht. Councilman Rahman Johnson said he went and released a lengthy statement about it Wednesday night.

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Jacksonville City Council debates Laura Street Trio future, new developer emerges

Read full article: Jacksonville City Council debates Laura Street Trio future, new developer emerges

The Jacksonville City Council met on Monday to discuss the future of the historic Laura Street Trio. The meeting highlighted the growing tension between city officials and developers over how to resolve the long-standing issues surrounding the vacant buildings.

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Jacksonville councilmember advocates for garbage fee increase amid rising costs

Read full article: Jacksonville councilmember advocates for garbage fee increase amid rising costs

Jacksonville City Councilman Matt Carlucci is pushing to raise garbage fees to address a growing financial shortfall in the city’s trash collection services.

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If your neighbor’s tree falls on your property, who is responsible? The answer may surprise you

Read full article: If your neighbor’s tree falls on your property, who is responsible? The answer may surprise you

Tarik Minor and city council member Matt Carlucci discuss the factors that determine liability when a tree on a neighbor's property causes damage to another neighbor's property. They emphasize the importance of documenting the tree's condition through photographs or certified letters. They also explore the complexities of homeowner's insurance after a tree falls on a property, including potential impacts on property insurance rates and the city's efforts to buy up homes in the area due to flooding issues.

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The grave of a hero sits in the middle of a Jacksonville sidewalk. Are there other heroes buried next to him?

Read full article: The grave of a hero sits in the middle of a Jacksonville sidewalk. Are there other heroes buried next to him?

A deeper look into the history of a gravesite in the middle of a sidewalk in Durkeeville shows that while the site has received a lot of attention in the past, there are still many questions that remain unanswered.

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Laura Street Trio developer agrees with DIA’s recommendation to end negotiations, wants to ‘work directly’ with council

Read full article: Laura Street Trio developer agrees with DIA’s recommendation to end negotiations, wants to ‘work directly’ with council

The Downtown Investment Authority staff again recommended that the city end negotiations with the developer of the Laura Street Trio on the latest round of requests for public incentives to resurrect the historic buildings, according to News4JAX’s news partner the Jacksonville Daily Record.

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DIA again recommends ending negotiations with Laura Street Trio developer

Read full article: DIA again recommends ending negotiations with Laura Street Trio developer

The Downtown Investment Authority staff again recommended that the city end negotiations with the developer of the Laura Street Trio on the latest round of requests for public incentives to resurrect the historic buildings, according to News4JAX’s news partner the Jacksonville Daily Record.

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Jacksonville City Council approves historic Jaguars stadium deal

Read full article: Jacksonville City Council approves historic Jaguars stadium deal

Jacksonville City Council is expected to vote on the Stadium of the Future in Tuesday’s council meeting.

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Duval County homeowners can still apply to get up to $15K for roof replacement

Read full article: Duval County homeowners can still apply to get up to $15K for roof replacement

The city of Jacksonville reopened its Home Roof Rehabilitation Program Thursday morning after getting nearly $1 million more in funding.

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Laura Street Trio developer, city close to possible $67M deal on redevelopment project, sources say

Read full article: Laura Street Trio developer, city close to possible $67M deal on redevelopment project, sources say

The Laura Street Trio, three buildings downtown that were constructed after the great fire in 1901, is a part of Jacksonville’s history.

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Property insurance expert says 8 new companies will increase competition, opportunities

Read full article: Property insurance expert says 8 new companies will increase competition, opportunities

A Florida property insurance industry veteran said the eight new companies entering the market will increase competition and opportunities for customers.

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Stadium of the Future meetings are ongoing, referendum not likely

Read full article: Stadium of the Future meetings are ongoing, referendum not likely

In a little more than a month, Jacksonville should have details of the proposed plan for stadium upgrades at EverBank.

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City leaders redraft letter to state reps in fight against ethics bills that strip ‘local control’ of investigations

Read full article: City leaders redraft letter to state reps in fight against ethics bills that strip ‘local control’ of investigations

Jacksonville City Council members discussed Monday how the city investigates reported ethics complaints as two bills are being considered in Tallahassee that would take away much of the “local control” that allows governments to investigate such complaints.

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State bills to diminish ‘local control’ of ethics investigations receive bipartisan opposition from Jacksonville leaders

Read full article: State bills to diminish ‘local control’ of ethics investigations receive bipartisan opposition from Jacksonville leaders

On Monday, the Jacksonville Ethics Commission will hold a special meeting regarding a Senate and House bill that will potentially impact how the Ethics Commission operates.

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This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - What’s going on with the Laura Street Trio?

Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - What’s going on with the Laura Street Trio?

Detours and delays, instead of development. That’s how some describe efforts at revitalizing downtown Jacksonville over the past several years.

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City council member pushing to expand budget for Jacksonville’s ‘Home Roof Rehabilitation’ program

Read full article: City council member pushing to expand budget for Jacksonville’s ‘Home Roof Rehabilitation’ program

City Council Member Matt Carlucci filed an emergency bill Wednesday in response to the city of Jacksonville’s budget for the new Home Roof Rehabilitation program that filled up in less than 90 minutes of opening.

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Laura Street Trio developer says historical buildings could come down if deal isn’t reached with city

Read full article: Laura Street Trio developer says historical buildings could come down if deal isn’t reached with city

The Jacksonville City Council held a special meeting Thursday morning to discuss funding a plan to re-develop the Laura Street Trio.

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New Florida law requiring more elected officials to disclose detailed financial information leads to resignations

Read full article: New Florida law requiring more elected officials to disclose detailed financial information leads to resignations

Dozens of local elected officials in communities across Florida have resigned or are considering quitting their positions before a new law requires them to disclose detailed financial information.

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Developer wants $22M city loan to help jumpstart long-delayed Laura Street Trio project downtown

Read full article: Developer wants $22M city loan to help jumpstart long-delayed Laura Street Trio project downtown

The status of a possible multimillion-dollar city investment into three downtown buildings is still up in the air.

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Councilmembers: Clock is ticking for Westside mobile home park owners in outrageous water bill dispute

Read full article: Councilmembers: Clock is ticking for Westside mobile home park owners in outrageous water bill dispute

The owners of a Westside mobile home park have four more days to explain to city inspectors why they’re charging some tenants thousands of dollars a month for water or they could face consequences.

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Councilman pushes for answers from owners of Westside mobile home park where residents were hit with huge water bills

Read full article: Councilman pushes for answers from owners of Westside mobile home park where residents were hit with huge water bills

A Jacksonville City Councilman is behind a push to get answers from the owners of a Westside mobile home park where tenants have seen massive water bills.

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City council tax-incentive vote for China-based Jinko Solar postponed amid federal investigation

Read full article: City council tax-incentive vote for China-based Jinko Solar postponed amid federal investigation

Councilman Matt Carlucci is calling for the Jacksonville City Council to hold off on voting on a $2.3 million grant for JinkoSolar on Tuesday night.

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As city mulls decision on Donna Foundation’s Mother’s Day race permit, expert says the damage is done

Read full article: As city mulls decision on Donna Foundation’s Mother’s Day race permit, expert says the damage is done

It’s still unclear if the city will issue a permit for the Donna Foundation Mother’s Day 5k race set to take place before next month’s election.

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Proposed legislation renews old issue: Could JEA be sold?

Read full article: Proposed legislation renews old issue: Could JEA be sold?

The new JEA building is up and running, but the question of if the electric company is going to be sold still looms.

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Deadline nearing for some Citizens policyholders to add flood insurance in Florida

Read full article: Deadline nearing for some Citizens policyholders to add flood insurance in Florida

Rules for new Citizens Property Insurance policyholders is part of legislation that was passed during a special session.

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Details of new UF satellite campus in downtown Jacksonville slowly coming out weeks after announcement

Read full article: Details of new UF satellite campus in downtown Jacksonville slowly coming out weeks after announcement

New details about a potential University of Florida satellite campus coming to Jacksonville are slowly emerging weeks after it was first announced.

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Political observers weigh in on Jacksonville City Council’s vote to ban projecting unwanted messages on property

Read full article: Political observers weigh in on Jacksonville City Council’s vote to ban projecting unwanted messages on property

The Jacksonville City Council has come together to fight antisemitic messages projected on buildings in the city.

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City Council approves legislation to ban projecting unwanted messages on property

Read full article: City Council approves legislation to ban projecting unwanted messages on property

The Jacksonville City Council on Tuesday approved legislation that bans any message projected onto someone’s building or property without permission.

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LIVE: City Council to consider identical bills to ban projecting unwanted messages on property

Read full article: LIVE: City Council to consider identical bills to ban projecting unwanted messages on property

Two identical bills are set to appear on Tuesday night’s City Council agenda to address a series of hate messages that have appeared in Jacksonville recently.

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Council members appear to be taking sides on antisemitism bill — an issue they say they agree on

Read full article: Council members appear to be taking sides on antisemitism bill — an issue they say they agree on

Last week, Jacksonville City Council members filed two bills, which are set to appear on Tuesday night’s agenda. They appear to do the same thing.

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CSX condemns hateful image that appeared on side of its headquarters

Read full article: CSX condemns hateful image that appeared on side of its headquarters

CSX is condemning hateful displays that purportedly appeared on the side of the company building downtown during the Jacksonville Jaguars game this weekend.

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Proposal would use nearly $700K for Jaguars-Chargers playoff game

Read full article: Proposal would use nearly $700K for Jaguars-Chargers playoff game

The city of Jacksonville is preparing to host Saturday’s AFC wild-card game between the Jaguars and the Chargers.

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TIAA Bank Field becoming a place for protest statements

Read full article: TIAA Bank Field becoming a place for protest statements

TIAA Bank Field was the site of another protest statement Sunday before the Jaguars game. A confederate flag was flown over the stadium, with the words "put monuments back."

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Jacksonville City Council responds to the “put monuments back” banner over TIAA Bank Field

Read full article: Jacksonville City Council responds to the “put monuments back” banner over TIAA Bank Field

The Jacksonville City Council is responding to a banner that flew over TIAA Bank Field before the Jaguars game on Sunday. The banner had a Confederate flag and with the words “put monuments back” on it.

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Councilman on antisemitic messages: ‘An egregious act’ & ‘doesn’t reflect who Jacksonville is’

Read full article: Councilman on antisemitic messages: ‘An egregious act’ & ‘doesn’t reflect who Jacksonville is’

Antisemitic messages were spread across Jacksonville over the weekend — and even projected on the back side of a videoboard at TIAA Bank Field.

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Vehicle owners face the aftermath of Springfield flooding, city working to fix ongoing flood issues

Read full article: Vehicle owners face the aftermath of Springfield flooding, city working to fix ongoing flood issues

Video footage from News4JAX Insiders captured cars underwater at UF Health and major flooding in the Springfield area Thursday afternoon.

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Demonstrators decry rising costs of rent in Jacksonville

Read full article: Demonstrators decry rising costs of rent in Jacksonville

Local activist groups including Florida Rising, Florida For All and the Jacksonville Community Action Committee gathered for a rally Tuesday evening in front of City Hall, speaking out against rising rent costs.

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What’s next for the controversial confederate monuments in Jacksonville?

Read full article: What’s next for the controversial confederate monuments in Jacksonville?

Now that the Jacksonville city council unanimously decided not to take down the controversial confederate monuments immediately, what is next?

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Council votes down resolution asking city to make plan, budget $500K to remove Confederate monuments

Read full article: Council votes down resolution asking city to make plan, budget $500K to remove Confederate monuments

The Jacksonville City Council on Tuesday voted against a resolution that asked Mayor Lenny Curry and the city to propose a plan that would budget $500,000 to remove remaining Confederate monuments.

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2 years later: Confederate monuments still remain after Mayor Curry said they would all be removed

Read full article: 2 years later: Confederate monuments still remain after Mayor Curry said they would all be removed

City council members are going to take up the divisive issue again on Tuesday -- but Wednesday two members met trying to come together on opposite sides.

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New tax incentive aims to make homes more resilient to storms, provide opportunity for owners to save on insurance

Read full article: New tax incentive aims to make homes more resilient to storms, provide opportunity for owners to save on insurance

Starting this summer, the home hardening incentive removes sales tax from storm resistant windows, exterior doors and garage doors.

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Historic monument legislation gets public hearing at Jacksonville City Council

Read full article: Historic monument legislation gets public hearing at Jacksonville City Council

It’s already been a hot topic of conversation, but legislation first introduced by Jacksonville City Councilman Al Ferraro in regard to historic monuments in the city was placed in the spotlight of discussion during public comment at Tuesday evening’s council meeting.

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‘Someone is going to get hurt’: Motorcycle groups seen doing dangerous stunts around Jacksonville

Read full article: ‘Someone is going to get hurt’: Motorcycle groups seen doing dangerous stunts around Jacksonville

There is outrage over what some Jacksonville residents are describing as road warriors terrorizing the city on motorcycles.

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‘Fox & Friends’ host says Jacksonville ‘is a mess.’ His comments aren’t sitting well with city leaders

Read full article: ‘Fox & Friends’ host says Jacksonville ‘is a mess.’ His comments aren’t sitting well with city leaders

Jacksonville city leaders are responding to the scathing criticism the city received on national television during a recent “Fox & Friends” broadcast from host Brian Kilmeade.

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Public sounds off on Confederate monuments during city council meeting

Read full article: Public sounds off on Confederate monuments during city council meeting

It’s likely that the topic of Jacksonville’s remaining Confederate monuments will lead the discussion during public comment Tuesday evening at city council’s biweekly meeting.

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Jacksonville councilman brings community together to help Ukraine

Read full article: Jacksonville councilman brings community together to help Ukraine

Councilman and State Farm Agent Matt Carlucci said he wanted to find a way the Jacksonville community could help Ukraine.

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Councilman plans town hall meeting on state of solid waste services in Jacksonville

Read full article: Councilman plans town hall meeting on state of solid waste services in Jacksonville

Jacksonville City Councilman Matt Carlucci is calling for accountability and transparency and he’s planning a meeting at Arlington Baptist Church.

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

Read full article: 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.

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Councilman’s town hall meeting spotlights ongoing suspension of curbside recycling

Read full article: Councilman’s town hall meeting spotlights ongoing suspension of curbside recycling

This week marks four months since the city suspended curbside recycling in Jacksonville, and many people are upset -- ready for it to come back.

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Online petition calls for return of curbside recycling in Jacksonville

Read full article: Online petition calls for return of curbside recycling in Jacksonville

Next week will mark four months since Jacksonville suspended curbside recycling.

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City leaders meeting today to discuss status of solid waste pickup, recycling

Read full article: City leaders meeting today to discuss status of solid waste pickup, recycling

Recycling pick-up in Jacksonville is still on hold more than three months after it was suspended so workers could catch up on other trash and yard waste pickups.

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Joe Carlucci, son of councilman, announces run for Jacksonville City Council seat

Read full article: Joe Carlucci, son of councilman, announces run for Jacksonville City Council seat

Joe Carlucci, a son of Councilman Matt Carlucci, announced Monday that he’s running for the Jacksonville City Council seat that covers District 5.

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I-TEAM digs into Jacksonville’s contracts with trash haulers

Read full article: I-TEAM digs into Jacksonville’s contracts with trash haulers

The News4JAX I-TEAM is digging deeper into the frustrations with trash pickup in Jacksonville, taking a look at the contracts the city has with its trash haulers.

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I-TEAM: Councilman plans for City Hall meeting to address recycling drop-off issues

Read full article: I-TEAM: Councilman plans for City Hall meeting to address recycling drop-off issues

This week, the News4JAX I-TEAM received complaints about the city’s recycling program after a number of drop-off bins were overflowing with waste.

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I-TEAM: Councilman plans for City Hall meeting to address recycling drop-off issues

Read full article: I-TEAM: Councilman plans for City Hall meeting to address recycling drop-off issues

This week, the News4JAX I-TEAM received complaints about the city’s recycling program after a number of drop-off bins were overflowing with waste.

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Man who reportedly displayed flag containing swastika sparks outrage among residents in San Marco

Read full article: Man who reportedly displayed flag containing swastika sparks outrage among residents in San Marco

Many people in San Marco are expressing outrage on social media after an unidentified man reportedly displayed a large flag containing a swastika on the back of a pickup truck.

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‘We all feel terrorized’: Community on edge after home riddled with bullets

Read full article: ‘We all feel terrorized’: Community on edge after home riddled with bullets

Neighbors living along the normally quiet, short and narrow thoroughfare known as Boulder Street in the South Riverside neighborhood near San Marco continue to be on edge following a drive-by shooting reported back on the early morning of Dec. 5.

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Councilman Matt Carlucci dropping out of Jacksonville’s mayoral race

Read full article: Councilman Matt Carlucci dropping out of Jacksonville’s mayoral race

Jacksonville Councilman Matt Carlucci is no longer running to become the next mayor of Jacksonville in 2023.

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Infamous ‘San Marco Train’ delays start of Jacksonville Light Boat Parade

Read full article: Infamous ‘San Marco Train’ delays start of Jacksonville Light Boat Parade

The Downtown Jacksonville event will also feature The 904 Pop Up from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. at Riverfront Plaza.

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Democrat Donna Deegan announces she’s running for mayor

Read full article: Democrat Donna Deegan announces she’s running for mayor

Donna Deegan on Tuesday made it official: she is running to become the next mayor of Jacksonville.

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

Read full article: 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.

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Body found in burning Jacksonville strip club that city officials are trying to close

Read full article: Body found in burning Jacksonville strip club that city officials are trying to close

The body of a man found inside a Jacksonville strip club Sunday night will undergo an autopsy Monday to determine how he died, police said.

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

Read full article: $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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City Council members handpick who gets $4.6 million in COVID-19 relief money

Read full article: 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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Jacksonville councilmember says city should consider giving credit after recycling services stopped

Read full article: Jacksonville councilmember says city should consider giving credit after recycling services stopped

A Jacksonville City Council member is looking into a plan to pay back residents for trash that wasn’t picked up.

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3 City Council members endorse removal of Confederate statue from Springfield Park

Read full article: 3 City Council members endorse removal of Confederate statue from Springfield Park

Three members of the Jacksonville City Council say they support the removing of the Confederate monument at Springfield Park, which it was recently revealed could cost more than $1 million to do.

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Legislation aimed at ending ‘At-Large’ Jacksonville City Council seats to be introduced

Read full article: Legislation aimed at ending ‘At-Large’ Jacksonville City Council seats to be introduced

There is a move right now to shrink the size of city government in Jacksonville.

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Planned project aims to eliminate trains stalling or stopping on Jacksonville tracks

Read full article: Planned project aims to eliminate trains stalling or stopping on Jacksonville tracks

If you have driven in different parts of Jacksonville, chances are you have been stuck waiting for a train to pass.

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Jacksonville City Council members reflect on memories of Tommy Hazouri

Read full article: Jacksonville City Council members reflect on memories of Tommy Hazouri

Democrat Tommy Hazouri, who served Jacksonville in one capacity or another for five decades, died Saturday following complications from a lung transplant he had last year. He was 76.

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Jacksonville City Council to consider legislation to rename chambers after Tommy Hazouri

Read full article: Jacksonville City Council to consider legislation to rename chambers after Tommy Hazouri

The Jacksonville City Council is meeting Tuesday night for the first time since the death of former mayor and council president Tommy Hazouri.

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City Council approves bill requesting investigation into Mascaras Gentleman’s Club

Read full article: City Council approves bill requesting investigation into Mascaras Gentleman’s Club

The Jacksonville City Council is expected to discuss a measure to permanently shut down Mascara's Gentlemen's Club on Southside Boulevard at its meeting Tuesday night. A vote could come at that time as well.

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Rising risk of flooding: Advice from a Jacksonville insurance agent turned city councilperson

Read full article: Rising risk of flooding: Advice from a Jacksonville insurance agent turned city councilperson

Flood maps are changing because of the way the climate is changing, and due to strong storms continuously hitting the same areas.

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Council members: Upcoming downtown projects will help reduce crime in the area

Read full article: Council members: Upcoming downtown projects will help reduce crime in the area

It was a violent weekend in and around the downtown core.

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Legislation seeks to name Jacksonville City Council chambers after Tommy Hazouri

Read full article: Legislation seeks to name Jacksonville City Council chambers after Tommy Hazouri

Legislation introduced by City Councilman Matt Carlucci seeks to rename the Jacksonville City Hall’s council chambers after former Mayor and current Councilman Tommy Hazouri, who recently entered hospice care at his home.

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Councilman hosts town hall to spotlight his vision for the Northbank

Read full article: Councilman hosts town hall to spotlight his vision for the Northbank

A Jacksonville city councilman shared his vision for the future of the city’s downtown riverfront during a town hall Wednesday night.

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Man found shot to death outside Jacksonville gentlemen’s club identified

Read full article: Man found shot to death outside Jacksonville gentlemen’s club identified

The Jacksonville chapter of MAD DADS, a group that supports victims of violent crimes, revealed Monday the identity of a man found shot to death outside Passions Gentlemens Club on Beach Boulevard.

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Councilman Carlucci wants Jacksonville’s Northbank to look more like St. Petersburg

Read full article: Councilman Carlucci wants Jacksonville’s Northbank to look more like St. Petersburg

If Jacksonville councilman Matt Carlucci gets his way, the Riverwalk near Metropolitan Park and areas along Bay Street may someday become just as vibrant as Venoy Park and downtown St. Petersburg.

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I-TEAM: Carlucci finds ‘deplorable’ conditions at Jacksonville apartment complex

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City Councilman Matt Carlucci was so upset by complaints about conditions at a Jacksonville apartment complex that he went to visit the complex Wednesday — and he was disturbed by what he found.

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‘We’re closing it’: Councilmen say Mascaras Gentleman’s Club is public nuisance

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A Jacksonville adult entertainment club with a documented history of problems may soon have its doors closed for good.

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Donna Deegan ‘strongly considering’ mayoral run

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After an unsuccessful congressional campaign, Donna Deegan said she is “strongly considering” a run to become the next mayor of Jacksonville.

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Community meetings scheduled to discuss Jaguars’ plans to develop Shipyards

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More than a dozen community meetings are scheduled this month across the Jacksonville area to discuss the Jaguars’ plans to develop the Shipyards, City Councilman Matt Carlucci said.

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Boat owners given 30 days’ notice to leave River City Brewing Company Marina

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Boat owners docked at the River City Brewing Company Marina have 30 days to leave.

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Redevelopment agreement for Southbank apartments gets thumbs up from City Council

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Members of the Jacksonville City Council took a major step forward Tuesday on one of the latest projects planned along the Southbank.

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City Council votes to double gas tax to address infrastructure needs

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The Jacksonville City Council during a special meeting Wednesday voted to double Duval County’s gas tax, raising it from 6 cents to 12 cents a gallon.

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Mayoral candidate Carlucci backs proposed gas tax increase, but still has concerns

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And that has some asking why Jacksonville city leaders are now thinking of doubling the local gas tax. The proposed plan would double the current gas tax from 6 cents to 12 cents, the maximum amount allowed under the law. MORE | JTA CEO: Gas tax increase for new infrastructure ‘critical for our community’AdCity councilman and candidate for Jacksonville mayor Matt Carlucci brought up the gas tax proposal Tuesday during a city council finance meeting. “I am not tone deaf about gas prices going up. Right now, the majority of the local gas tax goes to the Jacksonville Transportation Authority.

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As break begins, Duval County Public Schools gives food to students who depend on in-school meals

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – While spring break is a fun time for students, it’s a difficult time for the children who depend on in-school meals. To fill the void, Duval County Public Schools teamed with Feeding Northeast Florida on Saturday to give children the food they need while they’re on break. On a rainy, overcast day, volunteers brought joy to children in need. Whenever school is out around the country, children who depend on in-school meals may not have any food at home. With the help of Councilmen Matt Carlucci and Kevin Carrico, they brought in Feeding Northeast Florida and Crossroads Church together to feed students that need food.

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