City of Jacksonville Leading by Example with Family Friendly Parental Leave Option

This morning, Mayor Lenny Curry and his wife Molly joined City of Jacksonville, Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) and Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD) officials at a news conference to announce a new employee policy that offers parents employed by the City six weeks of paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child.
 

September is National Senior Center Month, an observance dedicated to promoting a positive image of aging and showcasing local senior centers throughout the country.
 

In observance of Labor Day, the following city government offices and facilities will be closed Monday, Sept. 3.

Continuing his commitment to investments that reflect and demonstrate significant support of public safety priorities, Mayor Lenny Curry has authorized the transfer of $50,000 in executive branch funds to be allocated for community-led STOP THE VIOLENCE efforts. These funds, managed by the City’s grants office, will be awarded to youth- and faith-based organizations that serve citizens and communities in areas most impacted by violence and crime.
 

One human case of West Nile virus(WNV) infection has been confirmed in Duval County, according to the Florida Department of Health in Duval County (DOH-Duval). This single human case increases the concern for transmission.

Are you a military veteran who received a letter from the Department of Defense stating that you are eligible for a tax refund?

The Jacksonville Veterans Day Parade presented by The Law Offices of Ron Sholes, P.A. is one of the largest parades in the Southeast.

Today, Governor Rick Scott announced that the Jacksonville area added 21,800 new private-sector jobs in the past year, creating the fourth-highest number of jobs among all Florida metro areas.

Today, Governor Rick Scott announced that the Jacksonville area added 21,800 new private-sector jobs in the past year, creating the fourth-highest number of jobs among all Florida metro areas.

The 2018-2019 City Hall Art Installation is complete! Please see the below flyer to learn more about featured artists Malcolm Jackson, David Williams, Hiromi Moneyhun, Crystal Floyd, Dustin Harewood, and Toni Smailagic.