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Friendship Fountain, located within St. Johns River Park on the Southbank, boasts a rich history dating back to its development in 1965. Originally championed by Commissioner Dallas L. Thomas, and designed by architect Taylor Hardwick, the fountain's unique concentric design and grandeur have made it an iconic landmark.
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Riverfront Plaza is an open green space on the bank of the St. Johns River in the heart of Downtown. This space is managed by Jax Parks, the City of Jacksonville’s Parks and Recreation branch.
Representation throughout the community of Jacksonville

The Jacksonville City Council is composed of nineteen members who are elected for a four-year term and serve as part-time legislators. In May of each year, the Council elects a President and Vice President to serve one-year terms beginning the first of July. The nineteen members are not all elected in the same manner; some are elected from districts, and others are elected at large.

STATEMENT ON NFL OWNERS’ VOTE ON THE STADIUM OF THE FUTURE

October 15, 2024
It’s official! Following the unanimous vote of the National Football League team owners today, the Stadium of the Future will move forward as planned. With today’s vote, it is certain that the Jaguars will thrive in Jacksonville for decades to come, and stadium patrons can expect a world-class experience for both NFL and non-NFL events alike.

MLK Breakfast Announces Exciting Expansion of Tomorrow’s Leaders Awards Presented by VyStar Credit Union

October 15, 2024
Visual Art and Poetry Added to Tomorrow’s Leaders Competition

City Wins $1.25 Million Build America Bureau Grant for LaVilla Transit Innovation and Equity Project

September 20, 2024
Grant will Support Planning for the LaVilla Transit Innovation and Equity Project
 
Featured Events
17
Oct

ASK-A-LAWYER - JALA

October 17, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location:
Military Affairs and Veteran's Department inside City Hall
117 W. Duval Street, #175
Jacksonville, FL  32202
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
This is a partnership between the City of Jacksonville's Military Affairs and Veteran's Department and Jacksonville Area Legal Aid, Inc.'s Veteran's Service Unit.  
17
Oct

Cultural Council’s Board of Directors’ Finance Committee Meeting

October 17, 2024 3:00 p.m.
Location: 3:00 p.m.
Notice is hereby given that the The Cultural Council’s Board of Directors’ Finance Committee Meeting will be held in-person on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at 3:00 PM. The public is invited to attend this meeting via Zoom. Please see instructions on the following pages for details on accessing the meeting via Zoom.
 
17
Oct

Homelessness Initiatives Commission Meeting

October 17, 2024 9:30 – 11:00 AM
Location:
Edward Ball Building
Hearing Room 1002 – 1st Floor
9:30 – 11:00 AM
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Homelessness Initiatives Commission (HIC) will hold an in-person meeting on Thursday Oct. 17, 2024 at 9:30 – 11:00 AM in Hearing Room 1002 on the 1st floor of the Ed Ball Building, located at 214 North Hogan Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202.  The purpose of this meeting is for the HIC to consider and take action on items on the meeting agenda.
17
Oct

Civil Service Board Public Meeting

October 17, 2024 2:00 p.m.
Location:
Room 431, Yates Building
2:00 p.m.

AGENDA

 
1. Disciplinary Hearing

Andrea Collins advs. Finance and Administration Department
CSB Case #2024-119-D
Employer’s Attorney(s) – Mary Margaret Giannini & Laura Boeckman
Employee’s Attorney(s) – Pro Se
 
2. Disciplinary Hearing

Andrea Collins advs. Finance and Administration Department
CSB Case #2024-107-D
Employer’s Attorney(s) – Mary Margaret Giannini & Laura Boeckman
Employee’s Attorney(s) – Pro Se
 
3. Public Comments
 
4. Old/New Business