Jacksonville City Council approves $9 million in jail projects
The council approved the spending unanimously Tuesday night. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Jail maintenance projects top $9 million, but could keep the building operational while the city considers moving the facility…
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Mayor Deegan calls out city council for outrage following removal of Confederate monument
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan called out the Republican-led city council and said the outrage surrounding the removal of the Confederate monument in Springfield Park a “manufactured controversy.”…
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City council member pushing to expand budget for Jacksonville’s ‘Home Roof Rehabilitation’ program
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – 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…
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City’s legal council debates Confederate monuments removal
General Counsel Michael Fackler was scheduled to explain his legal opinion to the Rules Committee of City Council at its meeting at 2 p.m. Tuesday. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — General Counsel…
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Sports tourism, monuments discussed at Jacksonville City Council
The goal of the sports tourism bill is to bring March Madness back to Jacksonville. The recent removal of the confederate monument dominated public comment. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Several notable…
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City council, UF Health Jacksonville officials address financial concerns over hospital that treats inmates
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – There are funding concerns surrounding UF Health Jacksonville, the city’s only hospital that treats those who can’t afford to pay. UF Health Jacksonville on 8th Street has…
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What City Council will discuss Wednesday after meeting delayed by storm
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville’s City Council will meet Wednesday night after canceling Tuesday night’s meeting because of the weather. Public hearings are planned on three big talkers. Riverwalk drinking One…
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City Council to discuss funding for Laura Street Trio redevelopment
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville City Council will hold a special meeting Thursday morning to discuss funding a plan to re-develop the Laura Street Trio. The buildings located on Laura…
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Council President releases bill preventing mayor from using funds for city projects without City Council approval
The legislation will be formally introduced during the city council meeting on Jan. 9. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Jacksonville City Council President Ron Salem has released legislation that would prevent the…
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City Council responds to Confederacy monument removal
Jacksonville City Council President Ron Salem is concerned about the process used to remove a Confederate monument calling it ‘disturbing’ and ‘flawed’. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Jacksonville City Council President Ron…
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