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Moe's Southwest Grill Lacrosse Classic

February 10, 2012
Come enjoy the sport of lacrosse on Sunday, Feb. 19 at EverBank Field as the city and Jacksonville University Athletics present the 2012 Moe’s Southwest Grill Lacrosse Classic! Ticket specials are available by calling (800) 745-3000 or at ticketmaster.com.

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Jacksonville Jazz Festival 2012

February 09, 2012
Mayor Alvin Brown announces 2012 Jacksonville Jazz Festival Performers and Activities

Mayor Alvin Brown announced today an exciting lineup of activities for the 2012 Jacksonville Jazz Festival. The annual tradition will be held on Thursday, May 24 - Sunday, May 27.

“The Jacksonville Jazz Festival helps to promote a greater quality of life by drawing thousands of people to our Downtown,” said Mayor Brown. “This is the perfect opportunity for families and groups of friends to gather, take in performances, enjoy a stroll along our treasured St. Johns River and feel the heartbeat of our city’s urban center.”

Some of this year’s confirmed performers include Sonny Rollins; Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke and Lenny White Trio; Patti Austin with the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra; Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue; Poncho Sanchez and his Latin Jazz Band featuring Terence Blanchard; and Karrin Allyson.

Mayor Brown to Host Business Builder Summit

February 03, 2012
Mayor Alvin Brown will host his Business Builder summit, a program designed to help small businesses gain a deeper understanding of what it takes to succeed and to help them learn about gaining access to capital and credit.

The first in a series of seminars will be held Feb. 7 at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center. Watch the live-stream from the event, starting at 12:00 p.m.

Participants will hear from U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Karen G. Mills and Tom and Sue Bennett of First Oklahoma Bank. The objective is to better align the business ideas of Jacksonville residents with the capital and credit opportunities needed to turn those ideas into reality.

Mayor Brown's Business Builder

January 30, 2012
Did you know that the Jacksonville region is home to more than 80,000 businesses that each operate with fewer than 10 employees? Together, these businesses supply Northeast Florida with almost 230,000 jobs.
 
Small business is a major focus for Mayor Alvin Brown. The mayor is inviting Jacksonville’s entrepreneurs to attend Mayor Brown’s Business Builder, a free program that’s being done in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
 
The first in a series of seminars will be held Feb. 7 at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center. For registration, click here.
 

Mayor Alvin Brown welcomes Dr. Bernice A. King to Jacksonville

January 13, 2012
Dr. Bernice A. King, the youngest daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was the guest of honor at Friday’s 25th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast.

Dr. King spoke to a sellout audience at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center about the need for education and a better sense of personal responsibility.

Mayor Brown also stressed education while encouraging participants to volunteer for Mayor’s Mentors, a program he unveiled in December to pair highly qualified, dedicated adults with Jacksonville’s young people.

The mayor said Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. built a legacy that has the power to inspire everyone to encourage younger generations to overcome challenges and do their best in school and in life.

Congratulations from Mayor Alvin Brown

January 11, 2012
Robert E. Lee High School one of several schools to improve

Mayor Alvin Brown paid a visit to Robert E. Lee High School Wednesday to congratulate students, faculty and staff on their success boosting school performance.

The school has improved from a D rating to a B rating. Principal Dr. Denise Hall led the mayor on a tour so that he could encourage students to continue working for good grades. A highlight of the tour, the mayor was shown the school’s robotics program. B.A.E. Systems donated $5,000 to help run the program.

Mayor Brown Signs Reform Legislation

December 22, 2011
Mayor Alvin Brown has signed legislation setting his government reform plan officially into motion.
 
“This is about taxpayers and our future as a city,” said the mayor. “By streamlining city government, we are building a more sturdy foundation for Jacksonville to target economic development and take this city to the next level.”

Mayor Alvin Brown Announces River Access Initiative

December 20, 2011
Designates 12 sites for non-motorized watercraft

Mayor Alvin Brown today designated 12 park sites for kayakers, canoeist, paddle boarders, sail boarders and other water enthusiasts to access the St. Johns River and its tributaries.

The sites are part of the mayor’s initiative to create more active recreational opportunities along the St. Johns River and in parks.

“The St. Johns River is one of our greatest resources, and these launches will enable residents and visitors to get out on the water and enjoy it,” Brown said. “As more and more people experience our river, they will begin to see Jacksonville as a destination.”

Mayor Brown's Reform Plan Approved by City Council

December 15, 2011
The legislative framework for Mayor Alvin Brown’s government reform plan has gained City Council’s approval.
 
The bill (2011-0732), was passed by a 16-1 Council vote on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011. The bill passed after much review by City Council and a citizens’ review panel.
 
What passed Tuesday marked phase one of the reform plan. In the second phase, the mayor will work closely with department heads to examine the new structure of government for maximum savings and efficiency measures.

City Council Holiday Break

December 14, 2011
In accordance with Ordinance 2005-361-E, the second Committee week and City Council meeting of the month of December are suspended, due to the Holiday Season.  The Jacksonville City Council meeting cycle will resume with Standing Committee meetings on Tuesday, January 3, 2012.
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