The Jacksonville Finance Committee approved a finance substitute adopting an opioid-model distribution for East Side CBA funds and auditor-recommended clarifications. The vote followed extended debate over whether CBA dollars should explicitly cover home repairs and blight removal; a proposed amendment was withdrawn pending written agreement from the Jaguars.

After the developer agreed to cover a $496,537.10 CDBG shortfall and raise the purchase price, the Rules Committee approved the substitute for the land sale, including deed restrictions and a three-year transfer limitation.

Council outlines health plan challenges and plans for upcoming presentations on homelessness and opioids.

Community members urge council to reject amendments targeting DEI, abortion funds, and immigration.

Council member Johnson proposes funding amendments for health initiatives facing a September deadline.

Committee passes various funding bills including support for film production and small businesses.

Council delays contract decision to allow more community input and address member concerns.

Jacksonville leaders emphasize community funding while ensuring essential services are protected.

Council allocates $1.7M for Meals on Wheels and discusses budget stabilization funds.

City Council discusses budget impacts on Meals on Wheels and mayor's salary allocations.

Residents advocate for maintaining quality of life amid proposed density increases in Jacksonville.

Residents express frustration over lack of representation and proposed budget cuts affecting vulnerable communities.

Council approves funding to enhance culinary scene with new restaurant development.

Council designates funding for residential incentives, affordable housing, and workforce development programs.

Lindsay Ott speaks to support agenda item 2025 385 at council meeting.

Greg and Kelly express gratitude for community support after his hospitalization and recovery.

Jeanne Martinez critiques Jacksonville bill 0138 for harming children and wasting taxpayer resources.

Community members urge city leaders to ensure transparency in East Side development funding.

Council members vote to create an Eastside CBA Council focused on community governance.

Residents express concerns about water retention issues related to new pond in subdivision plan.

University of Florida aims for initial classes in Jacksonville by August 2025 at new campus.