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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.
Prepare for emergencies with helpful resources from the Emergency Preparedness Division.

JaxReady provides access to current threat levels, weather reports, and wildfire updates, as well as up-to-the-minute news feeds for emergency preparedness and evacuation. Visit JaxReady.com today for valuable information and tools that will help you and your family prepare for an emergency.

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When you sign up for waste collection reminders, you'll receive an email, Twitter, or phone reminder before your garbage and recycling gets picked up so that you never forget or have to wonder which carts are being collected.

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.

Update on Resolution of City Network Issues

September 13, 2024
Our technical team has been working with their key vendor partners to troubleshoot the network configuration issue identified on Wednesday, September 11. Initial root cause appears to be the failure of a piece of hardware on the network.

Jacksonville Ethics Commission Seeking Applicants to Fill Vacancy for Term Beginning January 1, 2025

September 13, 2024
The Ethics Commission has a long, distinguished history in the City of Jacksonville of ensuring transparent and open government for the citizens.  Among its many outstanding accomplishments, the Ethics Commission has drafted and implemented the Jacksonville Ethics Code and successfully assisted in the establishment of an independent Office of Ethics, Compliance and Oversight that is primarily responsible for administering the Ethics Code.  Per Chapter 602, Part 9 of the Jacksonville Ordinance Code, the Ethics Commission performs numerous functions, including assisting the Office of Ethics, Compliance and Oversight, and consideration of any potential violation of the Jacksonville Ethics Code.
 

City of Jacksonville Announces Fall Exhibition Baseball Game

September 12, 2024

Jacksonville University Dolphins to Face University of Florida Gators at 121 Financial Ballpark on November 1

The City of Jacksonville, Office of Sports & Entertainment, is excited to announce the continuation of a storied tradition: the annual exhibition baseball game, set to take place on Friday, November 1, at 121 Financial Ballpark. This year’s matchup will feature a thrilling contest between the Jacksonville University Dolphins and the University of Florida Gators, coinciding with the excitement of the Georgia-Florida football weekend.
 

Featured Events
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Sep

City Council Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health & Safety Committee

September 16, 2024 9:30 a.m.
Location:
City Hall
117 W. Duval St., 1st Floor
Council Chamber
 
9:30 a.m.
16
Sep

City Council Rules Committee

September 16, 2024 2:00 p.m.
Location:
City Hall
117 W. Duval St., 1st Floor
Council Chamber
 
2:00 p.m.

 
17
Sep

City Council Finance Committee

September 17, 2024 9:30 a.m.
Location:
City Hall
117 W. Duval St., 1st Floor
Council Chamber
 
9:30 a.m.

 
17
Sep

Mayor’s Hispanic American Advisory Board

September 17, 2024 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

NOTICE is hereby given that the Mayor’s Hispanic American Advisory Board meeting for September 17, 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.