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Friendship Fountain, located within St. Johns River Park on the Southbank, boasts a rich history dating back to its development in 1965. Originally championed by Commissioner Dallas L. Thomas, and designed by architect Taylor Hardwick, the fountain's unique concentric design and grandeur have made it an iconic landmark.
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Riverfront Plaza is an open green space on the bank of the St. Johns River in the heart of Downtown. This space is managed by Jax Parks, the City of Jacksonville’s Parks and Recreation branch.
Representation throughout the community of Jacksonville

The Jacksonville City Council is composed of nineteen members who are elected for a four-year term and serve as part-time legislators. In May of each year, the Council elects a President and Vice President to serve one-year terms beginning the first of July. The nineteen members are not all elected in the same manner; some are elected from districts, and others are elected at large.

STATEMENT ON NFL OWNERS’ VOTE ON THE STADIUM OF THE FUTURE

October 15, 2024
It’s official! Following the unanimous vote of the National Football League team owners today, the Stadium of the Future will move forward as planned. With today’s vote, it is certain that the Jaguars will thrive in Jacksonville for decades to come, and stadium patrons can expect a world-class experience for both NFL and non-NFL events alike.

MLK Breakfast Announces Exciting Expansion of Tomorrow’s Leaders Awards Presented by VyStar Credit Union

October 15, 2024
Visual Art and Poetry Added to Tomorrow’s Leaders Competition

City Wins $1.25 Million Build America Bureau Grant for LaVilla Transit Innovation and Equity Project

September 20, 2024
Grant will Support Planning for the LaVilla Transit Innovation and Equity Project
 
Featured Events
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Oct

City Council Finance Committee

October 15, 2024 9:30 a.m.
Location:
City Hall
117 W. Duval St., 1st Floor
Council Chamber
 
9:30 a.m.

 
15
Oct

Mayor’s Hispanic American Advisory Board

October 15, 2024 12:00AM-2:00PM
Location: 12:00AM-2:00PM
NOTICE is hereby given that the Mayor’s Hispanic American Advisory Board meeting for October 15, 2024, will be held at 12:00 AM -2:00PM at the Main Library, located at 303 N Laura Street in the First Floor Lounge.
 
 
AGENDA
  • Welcome and Introduction
  • New Business
  • Old Business
  • Public Comment
  • Adjourn
15
Oct

DIA Retail Enhancement and Property Disposition Committee

October 15, 2024 10:30 A.M.
Location: 10:30 A.M.
Due to Hurricane Milton, amended notice is hereby given that the City of Jacksonville Downtown Investment Authority (DIA) Retail Enhancement and Property Disposition (REPD) Committee Meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, October 10th, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. will now meet on Tuesday, October 15th, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. via Hybrid Virtual/In-Person meeting. The meeting noticed herein can be accessed virtually through the Zoom.US computer application or in-person in the Don Davis Room in the St. James Building. The purpose of this meeting is for the DIA Committee to consider and take action on items on the REPD agenda which can be found at the following location: https://dia.coj.net/Meetings/DIA-Meetings.
 
15
Oct

DIA Strategic Implementation Committee

October 15, 2024 2:00 p.m.
Location: 2:00 p.m.
Due to Hurricane Milton, amended notice is hereby given that the City of Jacksonville Downtown Investment Authority (DIA) Strategic Implementation Committee (SIC) Meeting originally scheduled for Friday, October 11th, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. will now meet on Tuesday, October 15th, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. via Hybrid Virtual/In-Person meeting. The meeting noticed herein can be accessed virtually through the Zoom.US computer application or in-person in the Don Davis Room in the St. James Building. The purpose of this meeting is for the DIA Committee to consider and take action on items on the SIC agenda which can be found at the following location: https://dia.coj.net/Meetings/DIA-Meetings.