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The Excessive Heat Task Force unveils new plan to respond to extreme heat in the community.

The Excessive Heat Task Force, led by Mayor Deegan, Chief Health Officer Dr. Sunil Joshi, city agencies, and Community partners, has developed a plan to respond in the event of extreme heat in Jacksonville.  
 

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Animal Care and Protective Services is at Critical Capacity

Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) urgently needs dog adopters and fosters. The shelter is at critical capacity. 

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Mayor Deegan Presents 2023-2024 Budget to City Council

Today, Mayor Donna Deegan presented her proposed 2023-2024 City of Jacksonville budget at a special meeting of the Jacksonville City Council. Pending City Council approval, the budget will take effect Oct. 1

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Jacksonville Small and Emerging Business Vendor Spotlight

Meet Gene Carter, owner of GEC Trucking & Construction, Inc.! Please read about his business and experience in the Jacksonville Small and Emerging Business Program (JSEB).  

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Construction Begins at Riverfront Plaza

Construction crews will begin work today to transform Riverfront Plaza into a centerpiece park with such features as a café with a destination playground on the roof.

City Offices and Facilities Closed for Independence Day

City Offices and Facilities Closed for Independence Day

In observance of the Fourth of July, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, 2023

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River Life: Hurricane season, Jacksonville and the St. Johns River

It's All about the timing and tides. Hurricanes are part of living in Florida and regretfully, when combined with the St. Johns River, can make a destructive and even deadly combination. And timing is critical.

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Study: Mercury scattered in Duval river sediment, falling in some spots

Despite hotspots, river study says Duval 'does not exhibit unusual mercury contamination'

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River Life with Dr. Quinton White

Natural and human factors contribute to climate change

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Construction begins on the first link of the Emerald Trail

Construction of the first portion of the 30-mile Emerald Trail series of parks is underway.