City of Jacksonville

MLK, Jr. Day Parade Being Rescheduled Due to Extreme Cold

The City of Jacksonville has been awarded $5.8 million from the U.S. Department of the Treasury through the Social Impact Partnerships to Pay for Results Act (SIPPRA) program. This groundbreaking grant—the first of its kind ever received by Jacksonville—will drive innovative solutions to support early childhood literacy and family health across the community.

The City of Jacksonville, JEA, and Florida State College at Jacksonville (FSCJ) are proud to receive a $2.8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to fund the installation of 100 electric vehicle (EV) chargers across public spaces and educational campuses in Jacksonville. The funding, part of the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Program from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will help address the region's growing EV infrastructure gap, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and support the widespread adoption of electric vehicles in Jacksonville’s underserved communities.

Mayor Donna Deegan will host a series of six town halls to discuss her budget priorities and update citizens on a range of city projects and initiatives. These events are free and open to the public and do not require preregistration.
 

Bill Gives Fiscally Irresponsible Rate Increase to Waste Hauler, Raises Separation of Powers Issue
 

The National Weather Service is forecasting dangerously cold temperatures, with wind chills, or “feels like” temperatures in the 20s overnight. A Freeze Warning is in effect for Duval County tonight through tomorrow morning.
 

The City of Jacksonville has released the following frequently asked questions to update residents and stakeholders on homeless outreach efforts:
 

As Duval County faces dangerously cold temperatures, staying warm is a top priority for many households. However, the increased use of heating equipment during winter brings a heightened risk of home fires, three of which occurred overnight. The City of Jacksonville Emergency Preparedness Division is urging residents to follow essential heating safety practices to stay warm and safe.
 

Freeze Warning & Frost Advisory in Effect, Warming Center Open for Fourth Night in a Row
 

Chief Kevin Jones, who serves as Jacksonville’s Fire Marshall and leads the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department’s Fire Prevention Division, is retiring after more than 30 years with the department. His last day with JFRD is Friday, January 3, 2025.