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City Of Jacksonville @cityofjax.bsky.social · 1d

ICYMI: The City and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful are proud to announce the launch of the new “Adopt a Park” initiative where groups volunteer to help take care of a park.

For more information about Adopt a Park, including how to sign up, visit jacksonville.gov/adoptapark

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City Of Jacksonville @cityofjax.bsky.social · 1d

Save the date 🗓️ The latest Lunch & Learn event from the Jacksonville Human Rights Commission is Wednesday, October 29th from 11:30am-1pm at the Jacksonville Library Main Branch Downtown. Grab your lunch and join us in a discussion about AI in the workplace.

More details: www.jacksonville.gov/jhrc

graphic shows a robot at a computer and words lunch and learn ai in the workplace wednesday october 29th 1130am to 1pm jacksonville public library main branch

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City Of Jacksonville @cityofjax.bsky.social · 1d

Thank you for an unbelievable season, on and off the field. Let's do it again next year!

Mayor Donna Deegan @mayordeegan.bsky.social · 1d

They're shrimp-ly the best! 🏆 Our Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp took home a lot of hardware this year winning both the International League and AAA Championships. We were honored to add one more piece to their trophy case as we presented the Jumbo Shrimp a key to the city today at City Hall. (1/2)

mayor deegan, ron salem, and members of the jumbo shrimp staff and front office standing behind two trophies and a key to the city

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Mayor Donna Deegan @mayordeegan.bsky.social · 3d

It was wonderful to launch the Vision Strong Duval initiative today at City Hall. This is a project born from U.S. Navy veteran Anthony Miles, who experienced vision challenges during his service on a nuclear submarine. After retirement, he founded a protective eyewear line called Firstline (1/2)

mayor deegan with founders of firstline eye protection, jfrd, and her administration holding an official proclamation

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Mayor Donna Deegan @mayordeegan.bsky.social · 3d

As part of the Vision Strong Duval launch, they’re making a remarkable gift to our city: 300 pairs of protective glasses for the men and women of the JFRD with 1,500 more to come! We’re so grateful for the innovation and community spirit driving this important effort forward. (2/2)

a box of protective eyewear from firstline

a person speaking to a large group of people at city hall

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City Of Jacksonville @cityofjax.bsky.social · 3d

The numbers are in from last month's 2025 International Coastal Cleanup and they're amazing:

♻️ 624 Volunteers at 27 sites
♻️ 1,272 Volunteer Hours
♻️ 18,130 lbs. of Trash Collected

We're so appreciative of everyone who participated - Thanks for keeping our shorelines clean and pristine!

mayor deegan holding a blue trash bag with two members of the beaches sea turtle patrol in blue shirts

a little toddler putting trash into a blue bag

two people stooped over picking up trash on the beach

Mayor deegan putting trash into a blue bag on the beach

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City Of Jacksonville @cityofjax.bsky.social · 3d

Fight hunger and join the Peanut Butter Challenge 🥜 Bring unopened, unexpired jars of peanut butter, Nutella & almond butter now through October 31st. Every jar donated will be given to local food banks to help families in need. Thanks for "spreading" the word.

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peanut butter challenge spread the word peanut butter fights hunger donate peanut butter from now until october 31st at 4 jacksonville locations

City Of Jacksonville @cityofjax.bsky.social · 4d

Download the app at www.jacksonville.gov/categories/m... and find your four-legged furever friend today!

Mayor Donna Deegan @mayordeegan.bsky.social · 4d

We're proud to introduce JaxPawFinder - Jacksonville’s first AI-powered app designed to connect dogs and cats with their forever homes. Enter what matters most in an adoptable pet like age, size, temperament, or energy level, then JaxPawFinder instantly matches you with pets that are the best fit.

a group of people posing outside of our acps shelter with a mural of a dog behind them

mayor deegan speaking in front of a poster that says jax paw finder help me find my furever home

a person smiling at a white and black dog

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Mayor Donna Deegan @mayordeegan.bsky.social · 4d

Thanks to everyone across the city for wearing teal today. Go Jags! #DUUUVAL

Mayor Deegan’s administration wearing teal

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City Of Jacksonville @cityofjax.bsky.social · 5d

Florida Climate Week is officially underway! 😎 We were proud to host the kickoff this afternoon at City Hall with our partners VoLo Foundation, St. Johns Riverkeeper, and the Jacksonville Climate Coalition.

For a complete schedule of events, please go to: www.jacksonville.gov/welcome/news...

mayor deegan with two other people holding up an official proclamation for florida climate week in jacksonville

a booth in city hall for florida climate week kickoff

mayor deegan putting a green sticker on a white piece of posterboard

graphic of events for florida climate week in jacksonville

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Mayor Donna Deegan @mayordeegan.bsky.social · 5d

More than 6,000 affordable homes have been built, or are in progress since I took office. Back in June, we broke ground on 5 brand-new, single family homes in Durkeeville and today, just 98 days later, they are finished and ready for families to move in. (1/2)

mayor deegan and members of the jacksonville housing authority and her administration in front of a new affordable house

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Mayor Donna Deegan @mayordeegan.bsky.social · 5d

I’m grateful for our growing partnership with the Jacksonville Housing Authority and it’s my hope that this is the start of many more shared projects between JHA and the City. (2/2)

mayor deegan getting a tour of the inside of a new affordable home

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City Of Jacksonville @cityofjax.bsky.social · 5d

🌥️ Good Morning 🌥️

Happy Monday Duval! @mayordeegan.bsky.social has proclaimed today “Turn Up In Teal Day.” Let’s see an obnoxious amount of teal around town as we show our support for the Jaguars on Monday Night Football tonight. Let’s have a great day today with a Victory Tuesday tomorrow!

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Mayor Donna Deegan @mayordeegan.bsky.social · 7d

Readers are leaders and I was so thrilled to spend some time with the young leaders at the North Florida School For Special Education this afternoon. After we read, the kids got to visit the River City Readers Bookmobile and take home a new book for themselves. (1/2)

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Mayor Donna Deegan @mayordeegan.bsky.social · 7d

It was amazing to see NFSEE's horse-powered reading program firsthand. Students with intellectual differences learn to read while guiding horses, stopping at words and phrases along the way. Thanks to the teachers and staff for helping the next generation of leaders find a love for reading. (2/2)

A young student holding a pony practicing reading

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City Of Jacksonville @cityofjax.bsky.social · 8d

Speaking of Monday Night - Mayor Deegan has officially proclaimed Monday, October 6th as "Turn Up In Teal Day" in Jacksonville. Support the Jaguars and show your #DUUUVAL pride by wearing teal!

Mayor Donna Deegan @mayordeegan.bsky.social · 8d

Today marks an exciting “step” forward not only for the Jaguars and the Stadium of the Future, but also for the entire city. These 66 steps represent another rendering becoming reality and is the first part of the Stadium of the Future fans will be able to use during our next home game Monday night!

a group of people cutting a teal ribbon for the opening of grand staircase one

new grand staircase one at gate 1 of everbank field

mayor deegan holding two pieces of a teal ribbon

jaguars president mark lamping, mayor deegan, and jaguars hall of famer tony boselli

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Mayor Donna Deegan @mayordeegan.bsky.social · 8d

Our new “Adopt A Park” program with JaxParks and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful will give every neighborhood, business, school, and community group a chance to take ownership of the green spaces that make our city so special. (1/2)

mayor deegan speaking at tillie fowler park about the new adopt a park program

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Mayor Donna Deegan @mayordeegan.bsky.social · 8d

I invite everyone in Jacksonville to consider adopting a park. Go to www.jacksonville.gov/adoptaparkfor complete information. Let’s all do our part to “Keep Jax Cute, Don’t Pollute.” (2/2)

mayor deegan and chris bravo holding an adopt a park sign with his name on it

mayor deegan speaking to a group of people at tillie fowler park about the new adopt a park program

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City Of Jacksonville @cityofjax.bsky.social · 9d

Attention: Our ACPS has announced new hours to better serve both the shelter pets and potential adopters/fosters. They're now open Noon-7pm, 7 days a week at 2020 Forest Street in Riverside.

Thanks for spreading the word and taking a visit to see these lovable dogs and cats.

acps new hours noon to 7pm 7 days a week come visit up 2020 forest street

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City Of Jacksonville @cityofjax.bsky.social · 9d

On this Yom Kippur, we hope that all of our Jewish friends and neighbors are sealed in the Book of Life. May you have an easy fast and a sweet new year.

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City Of Jacksonville @cityofjax.bsky.social · 10d

Have you seen the progress at Riverfront Plaza? 👀 Trees and landscape are in, structures are up, and sidewalks are down! Phase 1 includes a playground, event lawn, and a small café space, open in early 2026.

For more on this #IDigJax project and others throughout the city: jacksonville.gov/idigjax

riverfront plaza looking south with the st johns river and san marco in the background

riverfront plaza construction from above

riverfront plaza signage on the pavilion building there

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City Of Jacksonville @cityofjax.bsky.social · 10d

We're ready for an inspiring week for Florida Climate Week from October 6–12. In collaboration with VoLo Foundation, St. Johns Riverkeeper, Jacksonville Climate Coalition, and dozens of local organizations, we have a full schedule of events through art, education, & interactive experiences.

florida climate week schedule october 6th through the 12th

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City Of Jacksonville @cityofjax.bsky.social · 11d

Tomorrow is the big day - Join us as we advance our shared commitment to accessibility for all at the 2025 ADA Symposium. This free event Wednesday, October 1st features expert-led sessions on accessibility, compliance, & inclusive design.

Registration & more: www.jacksonville.gov/ada2025#regi...

city of jacksonville ada symposium 2025 wednesday october 1st 9am to 5pm schultz center 4019 boulevard center drive

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City Of Jacksonville @cityofjax.bsky.social · 12d

To those who celebrate - Happy National Coffee Day! ☕️ The team at Visit Jax have brewed up a great way to check out some local favorites with the Jax Coffee & Donuts Trail.

Download the Visit Jax app, or go to www.visitjacksonville.com/jax-coffee-d... to view participating spots and more details.

a hand holding a cup of coffee with a pink dount sticker on it

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City Of Jacksonville @cityofjax.bsky.social · 12d

🌥️ Good Morning 🌥️

Happy Victory Monday Duval! It may not look like one with clouds and rain this morning, but it certainly is. If you are heading out today, don’t forget a raincoat or umbrella. We hope everyone has an amazing day today and a wonderful week ahead - Make it happen Jacksonville!

Downtown Jacksonville and James Weldon Johnson Park

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