Since assuming office, Mayor Lenny Curry has identified priorities key to Jacksonville’s success. Among them are increased and improved economic development. Earlier this year, Mayor Curry stood with Governor Rick Scott as Dane Grey of Elite Parking Services was awarded the Governor's Young Entrepreneurs Award. Support for entrepreneurship is one of the many ways both the city and state are facilitating efforts to strengthen economic development.

Mayor Lenny Curry and Sheriff Mike Williams have been in communications about the Paris tragedies and the investigative efforts being led by federal officials. Based on available information, there are currently no related threats or risks for the City of Jacksonville. Nevertheless, City and law enforcement officials will maintain and monitor security levels while praying for the protection, peace and healing for Parisian families and visitors.

Continuing a commitment to address blight and poor neighborhood conditions, the mayor and his administration support and promote initiatives and events that encourage appropriate disposal of waste and other debris throughout Jacksonville. One of these many efforts is through the Solid Waste Division, which is hosting 10 household hazardous waste (HHW) and electronic waste (e-waste) mobile collection events throughout the city.

The City of Jacksonville and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful (KJB) are teaming up with shredding companies UltraShred Technologies, Iron Mountian, and Republic Services Recycling Center on Friday, Nov. 13 to observce "America Recycles Day."

Mayor Lenny Curry recently announced that Chief Kevin L. Jones will be appointed as the city’s Fire Marshal. Jones is currently serving as the Interim Chief for Fire Prevention and has worked in Jacksonville’s Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD) for the past 24 years supporting fire and rescue operations.

Two well-respected and strong Jacksonville leaders have been selected to serve on the JEA Board of Directors. Mayor Lenny Curry recently announced the nominations of Edward E. Burr, GreenPointe Holdings LLC president and CEO, and Warren A. Jones, former city council president.

Fulfilling a commitment to convene citizens in a dialogue about discrimination, Mayor Lenny Curry announced today a series of Community Conversations he is hosting over the next several weeks. The first of three sessions will be held Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 6 p.m. at Florida State College at Jacksonville’s downtown campus, located at 501 W. State St. 

Today, Mayor Lenny Curry joined Google Fiber representatives for an announcement revealing that if selected, Jacksonville would be one of the first cities in the state of Florida to receive a brand new superfast broadband network.

In a joint news conference today, Mayor Lenny Curry, City Council President Greg Anderson, and JAXUSA Partnership and Fidelity Investments^® officials announced that the company plans to add 300 jobs over the coming three years as part of an expansion of its Customer Contact Center in Jacksonville, pending approval of state and local incentives.

City Prepares for Gators and Bulldogs Fans

The City of Jacksonville is hosting the annual Florida-Georgia football game on Saturday, Oct. 31, at 3:30 p.m. The University of Florida will take home field against the University of Georgia at EverBank Field. Jacksonville has been home to this historic rivalry since 1933.

Series of Events to Highlight Service, Sacrifice of Military Veterans

In a salute to the service and sacrifice of Jacksonville’s large and growing veteran and military community, Mayor Lenny Curry announced today the list of events for the City’s annual Week of Valor. Events will run Nov. 7 through 21.

Two City of Jacksonville employees are continuing to serve the city following their appointments by Mayor Lenny Curry. Daryl Joseph has been appointed to serve as Director of the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department and Dave Herrell has been reappointed to the role of Sports and Entertainment Officer.

City Recognized by Florida Department of Education Division of Blind Services

The City of Jacksonville Disabled Services Division was recognized by the Florida Department of Education Division of Blind Services as the Employer of the Year for District 3, covering Duval, Baker, Clay, Nassau and St. Johns counties.

The City of Jacksonville, U.S. Naval Station Mayport, and the cities of Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach and Neptune Beach are proud to present the 2015 Jacksonville Sea & Sky Spectacular, Oct. 24-25, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., in Jacksonville Beach.