The Jacksonville Public Library is a large library system, consisting of a 300,000 square foot main library and twenty regional, community and neighborhood branch libraries. We also serve the needs of the community with Talking Books Library for disabled customers and an active adult literacy program.

“A week ago, as I sat on the south bank of the St. Johns, my family and I enjoyed the fireworks and celebrations with our downtown as a backdrop. As the fun of the evening faded and we returned home, I spent some time reflecting about our city and our nation. My grandfathers and my father came to mind as I thought of the many men, women and families who have sacrificed by serving in our military to defend our way of life.
 

It’s not only summertime, it’s summertime in Florida which could mean dangerously hot temperatures for everyone, including pets.

Independence Day is a holiday characterized by warm weather, barbecues and fireworks. For many people, it is a time to celebrate with family and friends — including the furry ones.

In observance of Independence Day, the following city government offices and facilities will be closed Wednesday, July 4.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. June 13, 2018 — In accordance with Ordinance 2005-361- E, the second Committee week and City Council meeting in the month of July 2018 are suspended due to the Legislated Summer Break. The Jacksonville City Council meeting cycle will resume with Standing Committee meetings on Tuesday, July 16, 2018.
 
ORDINANCE 2005-361-E, AMENDING THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL, RULES 2.201 AND 4.102; PROVIDING FOR SUMMER AND CHRISTMAS BREAK BY ELIMINATING THE FIRST COMMITTEE WEEK AND FIRST COUNCIL MEETING IN JULY AND THE SECOND COMMITTEE WEEK AND SECOND COUNCIL MEETING IN DECEMBER; AMENDING SECTION 106.201 WAS PASSED BY THE JACKSONVILLE CITY COUNCIL ON APRIL 12, 2005.
 

Notice is hereby given that the Jacksonville City Council will meet for the purpose of hosting the 2018- 2019 Installation of Council Leadership Ceremony scheduled 6:00 p.m., Thursday, June 28, 2018, Jacoby Hall- Auditorium – Times Union Center for Performing Arts located at 300 Water Street, Jacksonville, Florida 32202.  Immediately following the installation ceremony a reception will be held in the Uible located within the Times Union Center for Performing Arts Building.   
 
The ceremony is held to install the Honorable Aaron L. Bowman as the 2018-2019 Council President Designate, and Honorable Scott A. Wilson as the 2018-2019 Council Vice President Designate.  In accordance with Council Rules the Council Leadership positions will become effective July 1, 2018. (Invited attendees will include the Jacksonville City Council Members, Constitutional Officers, Judges, Duval Delegation, and Congressional Representatives, appointed Board and Commission members of the City of Jacksonville as well as the public at large.)
 

A division within the City of Jacksonville Neighborhoods department, the 630-CITY customer service center opened in the year 2000 with the purpose of providing Jacksonville citizens a resource where they can report concerns, incidents or request information and services.
 

National Mosquito Control Awareness Week (June 24 – 30) is an observation dedicated to educating the general public about the significance of mosquitoes in their daily lives and the important services provided by mosquito control workers throughout the United States.