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Jacksonville councilman talks Emerald Trail funding loss, Duval schools HQ debate
Read full article: Jacksonville councilman talks Emerald Trail funding loss, Duval schools HQ debateJacksonville City Councilmember Matt Carlucci said he was โupsetโ when he learned a federal funding request for the Emerald Trail was removed from Trumpโs budget bill. But he remains optimistic about the projectโs future.
DCPSโs headquarters building is currently up for sale. A councilman wants school leaders to it move downtown
Read full article: DCPSโs headquarters building is currently up for sale. A councilman wants school leaders to it move downtownCouncil Member Matt Carlucci is set to file a resolution urging the Duval County School Board to further consider Downtown Jacksonville as the location for its future consolidated administrative headquarters.
Deegan โdisappointedโ after Trumpโs bill wiped $147M for Emerald Trail, says thereโs โplan in placeโ to move forward
Read full article: Deegan โdisappointedโ after Trumpโs bill wiped $147M for Emerald Trail, says thereโs โplan in placeโ to move forwardPresident Donald Trump's new budget bill wiped out $147 million earmarked for the Emerald Trail project.
Councilman who wrote controversial immigration bill says Deeganโs veto โrolls out red carpetโ for undocumented migrants
Read full article: Councilman who wrote controversial immigration bill says Deeganโs veto โrolls out red carpetโ for undocumented migrantsA Jacksonville councilman, who authored a controversial bill that aimed to ban the use of city funds for services to support undocumented immigrants, condemned the mayorโs decision to veto the proposed legislation.
City Council considers $3M for Affordable Housing as part of Downtown Jacksonville development proposal
Read full article: City Council considers $3M for Affordable Housing as part of Downtown Jacksonville development proposalA major funding proposal aimed at revitalizing Jacksonvilleโs riverfront may also deliver a boost to affordable housing, if city leaders can agree on the details.
Jacksonville City Council considers amendment to allocate $5 million for affordable housing
Read full article: Jacksonville City Council considers amendment to allocate $5 million for affordable housingThe Jacksonville City Council is moving forward with Ordinance 2025-385, which proposes appropriating $45 million from excess insurance funds to support affordable housing and downtown development initiatives.
โMean-spiritedโ: Councilman says he wonโt support bill that would ban city funds for services to undocumented immigrants
Read full article: โMean-spiritedโ: Councilman says he wonโt support bill that would ban city funds for services to undocumented immigrantsA Jacksonville councilman expressed his disapproval of a bill moving forward in the city council that aims to prohibit the use of city funds for services to people living in the country illegally.
Lawmakers appear to back off plan to cut funds for advanced placement programs in Florida public schools
Read full article: Lawmakers appear to back off plan to cut funds for advanced placement programs in Florida public schoolsMonths after lawmakers proposed slashing bonuses for acceleration programs in half, full funding to pay for advanced placement programs in Florida public schools is expected to stay in place in the final version of the budget.
โI feel threatenedโ: Tensions reach boiling point between two prominent Jacksonville city council members
Read full article: โI feel threatenedโ: Tensions reach boiling point between two prominent Jacksonville city council membersTensions between two prominent Jacksonville city council members reached a boiling point Thursday, with incoming council president Kevin Carrico requesting security.
Councilman Carlucci says heโs concerned about โpotshotsโ aimed at mayor ahead of council leadership vote
Read full article: Councilman Carlucci says heโs concerned about โpotshotsโ aimed at mayor ahead of council leadership voteWith a City Council leadership election approaching, Councilman Matt Carlucci is expressing his concerns about the direction of Jacksonvilleโs local government. He stated that he has concerns about what he perceives as โpot shotsโ at the mayor that could set the city back.
Councilman Carlucci calls for renewed leadership competition in city council
Read full article: Councilman Carlucci calls for renewed leadership competition in city councilCity 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.
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 registryState Attorney Melissa Nelson has formally asked Jacksonville City Council President Randy White to hold off on creating a special investigating committee into the cityโs firearm registry.
โGoing to be a showcaseโ: Beloved Weavers behind inspiration for Riverside park renovation project
Read full article: โGoing to be a showcaseโ: Beloved Weavers behind inspiration for Riverside park renovation projectA beloved park in Jacksonvilleโs Riverside neighborhood is set to undergo a significant transformation.
โIt was a betrayalโ: Students express ire, Councilman Matt Carlucci walks out of meeting over education resolution vote
Read full article: โIt was a betrayalโ: Students express ire, Councilman Matt Carlucci walks out of meeting over education resolution voteA 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 -- didnโt make the cut at Tuesday nightโs Jacksonville City Council meeting.
Duval County students urge Jacksonville council to oppose state funding cuts
Read full article: Duval County students urge Jacksonville council to oppose state funding cutsTwo councilmen drafted a resolution to oppose state funding cuts to acceleration programs after students called on councilmembers for help during a rules committee Monday.
Councilman says cityโs General Counsel has โlost the trust and confidenceโ of city council
Read full article: Councilman says cityโs General Counsel has โlost the trust and confidenceโ of city councilCouncilman Rory Diamond said on Wednesday that General Counsel Michael Fackler should step down from his position as general counsel for the city of Jacksonville.
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 crucialDemolition crews are actively working at the old Solomon Auction Building in Jacksonvilleโs 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.
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 debtJacksonville 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.
Tell Us: What do you think about city councilโs proposal to more than double trash fees in Jacksonville?
Read full article: Tell Us: What do you think about city councilโs proposal to more than double trash fees in Jacksonville?The Jacksonville City Council is considering legislation that would raise trash fees for homeowners.
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 residentsA Jacksonville city councilman is recommending what he calls a โphased-inโ approach to a proposed plan to increase trash pickup fees for homeowners, according to News4JAX news partner the Jacksonville Daily Record.
โSteeped in historyโ: Modern upgrades honor legacy of historic J.P. Small Park and Hank Aaron Field in Durkeeville
Read full article: โSteeped in historyโ: Modern upgrades honor legacy of historic J.P. Small Park and Hank Aaron Field in DurkeevilleThe 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.
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 cityโs trash collection services.
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. 1Individuals 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.
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 servicesThe city of Jacksonville is setting aside $4 million to help for garbage and recycling services as one city council member proposed raising garbage fees.
Jacksonville city councilman addresses backlash after holiday event on Jaguars owner Shad Khanโs yacht
Read full article: Jacksonville city councilman addresses backlash after holiday event on Jaguars owner Shad Khanโs yachtShad 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.

Jacksonville City Council debates Laura Street Trio future, new developer emerges
Read full article: Jacksonville City Council debates Laura Street Trio future, new developer emergesThe 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.
Jacksonville councilmember advocates for garbage fee increase amid rising costs
Read full article: Jacksonville councilmember advocates for garbage fee increase amid rising costsJacksonville City Councilman Matt Carlucci is pushing to raise garbage fees to address a growing financial shortfall in the cityโs trash collection services.
If your neighborโs tree falls on your property, who is responsible? The answer may surprise you
Read full article: If your neighborโs tree falls on your property, who is responsible? The answer may surprise youTarik 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.
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.
Laura Street Trio developer agrees with DIAโs recommendation to end negotiations, wants to โwork directlyโ with council
Read full article: Laura Street Trio developer agrees with DIAโs recommendation to end negotiations, wants to โwork directlyโ with councilThe 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 News4JAXโs news partner the Jacksonville Daily Record.
DIA again recommends ending negotiations with Laura Street Trio developer
Read full article: DIA again recommends ending negotiations with Laura Street Trio developerThe 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 News4JAXโs news partner the Jacksonville Daily Record.
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 replacementThe city of Jacksonville reopened its Home Roof Rehabilitation Program Thursday morning after getting nearly $1 million more in funding.
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 sayThe Laura Street Trio, three buildings downtown that were constructed after the great fire in 1901, is a part of Jacksonvilleโs history.
Property insurance expert says 8 new companies will increase competition, opportunities
Read full article: Property insurance expert says 8 new companies will increase competition, opportunitiesA Florida property insurance industry veteran said the eight new companies entering the market will increase competition and opportunities for customers.
City leaders redraft letter to state reps in fight against ethics bills that strip โlocal controlโ of investigations
Read full article: City leaders redraft letter to state reps in fight against ethics bills that strip โlocal controlโ of investigationsJacksonville 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 โlocal controlโ that allows governments to investigate such complaints.
State bills to diminish โlocal controlโ of ethics investigations receive bipartisan opposition from Jacksonville leaders
Read full article: State bills to diminish โlocal controlโ of ethics investigations receive bipartisan opposition from Jacksonville leadersOn 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.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - Whatโs going on with the Laura Street Trio?
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - Whatโs going on with the Laura Street Trio?Detours and delays, instead of development. Thatโs how some describe efforts at revitalizing downtown Jacksonville over the past several years.
City council member pushing to expand budget for Jacksonvilleโs โHome Roof Rehabilitationโ program
Read full article: City council member pushing to expand budget for Jacksonvilleโs โHome Roof Rehabilitationโ programCity Council Member Matt Carlucci filed an emergency bill Wednesday in response to the city of Jacksonvilleโs budget for the new Home Roof Rehabilitation program that filled up in less than 90 minutes of opening.
Laura Street Trio developer says historical buildings could come down if deal isnโt reached with city
Read full article: Laura Street Trio developer says historical buildings could come down if deal isnโt reached with cityThe Jacksonville City Council held a special meeting Thursday morning to discuss funding a plan to re-develop the Laura Street Trio.
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 resignationsDozens 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.
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 downtownThe status of a possible multimillion-dollar city investment into three downtown buildings is still up in the air.
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 disputeThe owners of a Westside mobile home park have four more days to explain to city inspectors why theyโre charging some tenants thousands of dollars a month for water or they could face consequences.
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 billsA 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.
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 investigationCouncilman 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.
As city mulls decision on Donna Foundationโs Motherโs Day race permit, expert says the damage is done
Read full article: As city mulls decision on Donna Foundationโs Motherโs Day race permit, expert says the damage is doneItโs still unclear if the city will issue a permit for the Donna Foundation Motherโs Day 5k race set to take place before next monthโs election.
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 FloridaRules for new Citizens Property Insurance policyholders is part of legislation that was passed during a special session.
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 announcementNew details about a potential University of Florida satellite campus coming to Jacksonville are slowly emerging weeks after it was first announced.
Political observers weigh in on Jacksonville City Councilโs vote to ban projecting unwanted messages on property
Read full article: Political observers weigh in on Jacksonville City Councilโs vote to ban projecting unwanted messages on propertyThe Jacksonville City Council has come together to fight antisemitic messages projected on buildings in the city.
City Council approves legislation to ban projecting unwanted messages on property
Read full article: City Council approves legislation to ban projecting unwanted messages on propertyThe Jacksonville City Council on Tuesday approved legislation that bans any message projected onto someoneโs building or property without permission.
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 propertyTwo identical bills are set to appear on Tuesday nightโs City Council agenda to address a series of hate messages that have appeared in Jacksonville recently.
Council members appear to be taking sides on antisemitism bill โ an issue they say they agree on
Read full article: Council members appear to be taking sides on antisemitism bill โ an issue they say they agree onLast week, Jacksonville City Council members filed two bills, which are set to appear on Tuesday nightโs agenda. They appear to do the same thing.
CSX condemns hateful image that appeared on side of its headquarters
Read full article: CSX condemns hateful image that appeared on side of its headquartersCSX is condemning hateful displays that purportedly appeared on the side of the company building downtown during the Jacksonville Jaguars game this weekend.
TIAA Bank Field becoming a place for protest statements
Read full article: TIAA Bank Field becoming a place for protest statementsTIAA 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."
Jacksonville City Council responds to the โput monuments backโ banner over TIAA Bank Field
Read full article: Jacksonville City Council responds to the โput monuments backโ banner over TIAA Bank FieldThe 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 โput monuments backโ on it.
Councilman on antisemitic messages: โAn egregious actโ & โdoesnโt reflect who Jacksonville isโ
Read full article: Councilman on antisemitic messages: โAn egregious actโ & โdoesnโt reflect who Jacksonville isโAntisemitic messages were spread across Jacksonville over the weekend โ and even projected on the back side of a videoboard at TIAA Bank Field.
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 issuesVideo footage from News4JAX Insiders captured cars underwater at UF Health and major flooding in the Springfield area Thursday afternoon.
Demonstrators decry rising costs of rent in Jacksonville
Read full article: Demonstrators decry rising costs of rent in JacksonvilleLocal 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.
Whatโs next for the controversial confederate monuments in Jacksonville?
Read full article: Whatโs 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?
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 monumentsThe 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.
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 removedCity 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.
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 insuranceStarting this summer, the home hardening incentive removes sales tax from storm resistant windows, exterior doors and garage doors.
Historic monument legislation gets public hearing at Jacksonville City Council
Read full article: Historic monument legislation gets public hearing at Jacksonville City CouncilItโs 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 eveningโs council meeting.
โSomeone is going to get hurtโ: Motorcycle groups seen doing dangerous stunts around Jacksonville
Read full article: โSomeone is going to get hurtโ: Motorcycle groups seen doing dangerous stunts around JacksonvilleThere is outrage over what some Jacksonville residents are describing as road warriors terrorizing the city on motorcycles.
โFox & Friendsโ host says Jacksonville โis a mess.โ His comments arenโt sitting well with city leaders
Read full article: โFox & Friendsโ host says Jacksonville โis a mess.โ His comments arenโt sitting well with city leadersJacksonville city leaders are responding to the scathing criticism the city received on national television during a recent โFox & Friendsโ broadcast from host Brian Kilmeade.
Public sounds off on Confederate monuments during city council meeting
Read full article: Public sounds off on Confederate monuments during city council meetingItโs likely that the topic of Jacksonvilleโs remaining Confederate monuments will lead the discussion during public comment Tuesday evening at city councilโs biweekly meeting.
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 JacksonvilleJacksonville City Councilman Matt Carlucci is calling for accountability and transparency and heโs planning a meeting at Arlington Baptist Church.
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 developmentFor 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.
Councilmanโs town hall meeting spotlights ongoing suspension of curbside recycling
Read full article: Councilmanโs town hall meeting spotlights ongoing suspension of curbside recyclingThis week marks four months since the city suspended curbside recycling in Jacksonville, and many people are upset -- ready for it to come back.
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, recyclingRecycling 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.
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 seatJoe Carlucci, a son of Councilman Matt Carlucci, announced Monday that heโs running for the Jacksonville City Council seat that covers District 5.
I-TEAM digs into Jacksonvilleโs contracts with trash haulers
Read full article: I-TEAM digs into Jacksonvilleโs contracts with trash haulersThe 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.
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 issuesThis week, the News4JAX I-TEAM received complaints about the cityโs recycling program after a number of drop-off bins were overflowing with waste.
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 issuesThis week, the News4JAX I-TEAM received complaints about the cityโs recycling program after a number of drop-off bins were overflowing with waste.
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 MarcoMany 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.
โWe all feel terrorizedโ: Community on edge after home riddled with bullets
Read full article: โWe all feel terrorizedโ: Community on edge after home riddled with bulletsNeighbors 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.
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 removalA 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.
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 closeThe 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 discussionDuring 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 moneyEighteen 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 stoppedA Jacksonville City Council member is looking into a plan to pay back residents for trash that wasnโt picked up.
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 ParkThree 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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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 tracksIf 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 HazouriDemocrat 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 HazouriThe 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 Gentlemanโs Club
Read full article: City Council approves bill requesting investigation into Mascaras Gentlemanโs ClubThe 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 councilpersonFlood 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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Legislation seeks to name Jacksonville City Council chambers after Tommy Hazouri
Read full article: Legislation seeks to name Jacksonville City Council chambers after Tommy HazouriLegislation introduced by City Councilman Matt Carlucci seeks to rename the Jacksonville City Hallโs council chambers after former Mayor and current Councilman Tommy Hazouri, who recently entered hospice care at his home.
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Man found shot to death outside Jacksonville gentlemenโs club identified
Read full article: Man found shot to death outside Jacksonville gentlemenโs club identifiedThe 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.