City of Jacksonville

Earlier today, Mayor Deegan shared some new information about the City’s 904 Lean initiatives, which are focused on smarter governance, greater efficiency and responsible financial stewardship.

The City of Jacksonville undertakes a review process each year to reappropriate funding that was not spent in the previous fiscal year. $7,980,286 was identified from the 2023-2024 fiscal year during the most recent analysis. Funding for the following projects was unanimously passed by the Mayor’s Budget Review Committee today and will go to the Jacksonville City Council for review and final approval.
 

The City of Jacksonville’s Emergency Preparedness Division, in partnership with JEA, is excited to announce the return of JaxReady Fest, an interactive preparedness experience designed to empower Jacksonville residents with the knowledge and resources needed to stay safe in any emergency.
 

Atlantic Sun Conference (ASUN) Commissioner Jeff Bacon announced Wednesday a multi-year agreement to bring the ASUN Men's and Women's Basketball Tournaments to Jacksonville, Fla., starting in 2026. This marks the first time since 2013 that the conference conducts both of its Basketball postseason events at a single site.
 

THE PLAYERS Championship, in partnership with the Jacksonville Military Veterans Coalition and the City of Jacksonville Military Affairs and Veterans Department (MAVD), is excited to announce the 13th Annual Military Job Fair. This free event is open to all military personnel, veterans, and military spouses seeking new career opportunities.
 

The free, family-friendly event celebrating the 7 Creeks Recreation Area is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Through events like this, UNCF is changing the HBCU narrative across the nation by helping underrepresented students to get to and through college

Board Represents Diverse Talent and Expertise to Tackle Community-Based Violence Prevention

Volunteers are needed for the 30th Annual St. Johns River Celebration, Saturday, March 15, from 8 a.m. to noon (times vary according to cleanup site). Participants will help spruce up the city by collecting litter and debris from dozens of pre-selected riverfront and inland sites (sites are listed below). The City and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful are hosting the event in partnership with Florida Inland Navigation District and Surfing’s Evolution & Preservation Foundation as part of the Florida Great American Cleanup, a statewide effort to protect the environment throughout the spring. 
 

The City of Jacksonville and the Emergency Preparedness Division is urging residents with medical needs to register for free for the Special Medical Needs Registry ahead of hurricane season. Annual registration ensures individuals who require medical support receive necessary assistance during emergencies, including evacuation, transportation, and sheltering services.