Jacksonville, Florida

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee

The Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee meets to discuss several ordinances, including a proposed ban on using city funds for abortions and related services. Other items include amendments to the Police and Fire Pension Board governance, a $3.6 million federal housing grant for low-income households, and a $200,000 appropriation for Springfield cleanup. The agenda also includes a proposal to rename a baseball complex at Hammond Park.

• Ordinance prohibiting city funds for abortions (2026-02273)
• Amendments to Police & Fire Pension Board governance (2026-03206)
• $3,625,976 federal HOME grant for affordable housing (2026-04901)
• $200,000 appropriation to Springfield Preservation and Revitalization for cleanup (2026-04458)
• Increasing maximum award per unit for affordable housing in SHIP plan (2026-04489 & 2026-044910)

Rules Committee

The Jacksonville Rules Committee will discuss several ordinances and resolutions, including a proposal to prohibit using city funds for abortions, a measure to cap the mayor's transfer authority at $100,000, and amendments to the ethics code. Most items have already had public hearings and are being re-referred for committee action. The committee also will consider appointments to the JEA board and a $8.49 million fund reallocation.

• Ordinance to prohibit city expenditure on abortions and related services (2026-02276)
• Ordinance to limit mayor's transfer authority to $100,000 for capital projects and line items (2024-06271)
• Ordinance to ban certain expenditures to the mayor and council members under the ethics code (2025-07753)
• Ordinance to overhaul Police & Fire Pension Board governance and fiduciary rules (2026-03209)
• Appropriation of $8,489,497 to cure negative cash balances and fund future economic incentive obligations (2026-045312)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss several ordinances and appropriations, including a proposal to cap the mayor's transfer authority at $100,000 per item and per year. Other items include a prohibition on using city funds for abortions, a $8.5 million appropriation to cure negative fund balances and fund economic incentives, and a $3.6 million federal HOME grant for affordable housing. The committee also will consider changes to the police and fire pension board governance and a report on the Downtown Entertainment District.

• Limit mayor's transfer authority to $100,000 per capital project and $100,000 per year per line item (2024-06271)
• Appropriate $8,489,497 from general fund balance to cure negative cash balances and fund economic incentives (2026-045312)
• Appropriate $200,000 for Springfield Preservation & Revitalization (SPAR) cleanup corps program (2026-04459)
• Approve $3,625,976.76 in federal HOME grant funding for low-income housing activities (2026-049014)
• Prohibit expenditure of city funds for abortions and related services (2026-02275)

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The Land Use & Zoning Committee holds public hearings on several rezonings and land use amendments. A proposed ordinance would modify home occupation requirements across residential and commercial zones citywide. The committee will also consider removing 7.64 acres from the Belfort Station DRI and rezoning it for multi-family residential.

• Ordinance 2026-03768: citywide changes to home occupation rules in multiple zoning districts
• Ordinance 2026-04209: remove 7.64 acres from Belfort Station DRI at Baymeadows Way West
• Rezoning 2026-123/124: 5.7 acres at 0 Old Kings Rd from agriculture to PUD for manufactured homes
• Rezoning 2026-125/126: 25.55 acres at 0 Rampart Rd from PUD to PUD for industrial business park
• Rezoning 2026-127/128: 5.55 acres at 6919 Pitts Rd for auto sales company with online operations

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The Land Use & Zoning Committee will hold public hearings on several rezoning and comprehensive plan amendments, including a citywide ordinance to modify home occupation requirements. All items have been continued from previous meetings and may be continued again. The committee also will hear proposals for a manufactured home subdivision, an industrial business park, an auto sales company, and multiple outdoor storage facilities.

• Citywide home occupation code amendment (2026-03768)
• Old Kings Rd – 5.7 acres from AGR to PUD for single-family manufactured homes (2026-01232)
• Rampart Rd – 25.55 acres from MDR to BP for industrial business park (2026-01254)
• Pitts Rd – 5.55 acres from RR-Acre/CCG-2/PUD to PUD for auto sales (2026-01276)
• Baymeadows Wy W – 7.64 acres rezoning to permit multi-family residential (2026-0421)

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee

The Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee will discuss Ordinance 2026-05401, which would rename a portion of Kingsbury Street between Fountain Rd and Ellis Rd S to 'Gopal Way' in Council District 9 and establish an honorary street designation for Dr. Devegowda Gopal. A public hearing under Chapter 745 is scheduled for August 4, 2026.

• Renaming a portion of Kingsbury St between Fountain Rd and Ellis Rd S to 'Gopal Way'
• Honorary street designation for Dr. Devegowda Gopal on Kingsbury St
• Installation of two honorary roadway markers on Kingsbury St
• Waiving requirement that street name changes apply to the entire length of the street
• Public hearing scheduled for August 4, 2026, per Chapter 745 of the Ordinance Code

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes appropriating $4,360,470 in federal grant funding to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department for regional emergency preparedness in high-threat areas. Additionally, the council will decide on multiple quasi-judicial rezoning and zoning exception requests, including an appeal of a Planning Commission decision, a rezoning that failed in committee, and modifications to a PUD for increased alcohol service. The meeting also includes a ceremonial resolution honoring a judge.

• $4,360,470 grant from DHS/FDEM to JFRD for emergency preparedness in high-threat areas
• Appeal of Planning Commission decision on zoning exception and administrative deviations at 10344 Atlantic Cir
• Rezoning at 5450 Cleveland Rd from CCG-1 to CCG-2, which failed in committee 0-5
• Rezoning for boat and RV storage facility at 0/1151 Miller Cir N & 11938 Pulaski Rd (PUD)
• Third amendment to City funding agreement with JU modifying conditions on $1,250,000 forgivable loans for JU College of Law

The City Council approved eight quasi-judicial items, including zoning changes, exceptions, and administrative deviations, with only one vote against. The meeting also approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved zoning exception E-26-20 at 10344 Atlantic Cir (15-1)
• Approved rezoning at 5450 Cleveland Rd to CCG-2 (16-0)
• Approved waiver of road frontage at 15364 Yellow Bluff Rd (16-0)
• Approved rezoning at 4578 San Jose Blvd to PUD (16-0)
• Approved rezoning at 1151 Miller Cir N to PUD (12-4)
• Approved zoning exception E-26-22 at 1186 Edgewood Ave S (16-0)
• Approved zoning exception E-26-23 at 1200 Kings Ave (15-1)
• Approved administrative deviation AD-26-25 at 1200 Kings Ave (16-0)

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council will hold a special meeting on June 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chamber. The agenda is procedural and contains only one item: the presentation of the 2025-2026 President's Awards. No zoning, budget, or policy decisions are scheduled for this session.

• Special Council Meeting on President Awards
• Presentation of 2025-2026 President's Awards

Special Committee on the Future of Downtown

The committee received presentations on downtown development projects, public space stakeholder alignment, and CRA strategy. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Special Investigatory Committee on JEA

The Special Investigatory Committee on JEA will receive updates from council auditors on capacity fees and from legal counsel on an employee survey, followed by testimony from two individuals. The committee is investigating matters related to JEA operations.

• Update on capacity fees from Council Auditors
• Update on employee survey from Jason Teal
• Testimony of Vickey Cavey
• Testimony of Regina Ross

The committee received updates on capacity fee analysis and an employee survey. Members questioned JEA CEO Vickey Cavey and Regina Ross regarding hiring practices, leadership changes, and uncollected capacity fees. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a scrivener's amendment to a restrictive covenants agreement with Blue Cross Blue Shield for the parking garage at 800 Magnolia St., removing public parking rights and giving 24/7 parking to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, while eliminating BCBS's obligation to repay a $3.5 million grant. Most other agenda items have been deferred or withdrawn.

• Ordinance 2026-04189: Amended restrictive covenants with BCBS for JSO parking; removes $3.5 million grant repayment requirement and reduces minimum parking spaces from 750 to 742.
• Ordinance 2026-044410: $13,900 grant for JFRD rip current simulator — WITHDRAWN.
• Ordinance 2026-044511: $200,000 additional funding for Springfield Preservation & Revitalization (SPAR) cleanup corps — DEFERRED.
• Ordinance 2026-044712: $500,000 appropriation from self-insurance fund for liability case reserve — RULES AMEND.

The Finance Committee approved an amendment to the Blue Cross & Blue Shield parking agreement to prioritize JSO access and waived a grant repayment obligation. The committee also withdrew a request for a water rescue simulator and deferred all other agenda items.

• Amended BCBS parking agreement (6-0)
• Waived BCBS parking grant repayment obligation
• Reduced BCBS parking spaces from 750 to 742
• Withdrawn JFRD simulator grant request (6-0)
• Deferred all other agenda items

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee

The Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee will consider an ordinance that repeals and replaces parts of the Jacksonville Traffic Code on nonconsensual towing of vehicles and vessels. The update expands non-business hours from 8pm-7am to 6pm-8am and sets new insurance requirements for wreckers, including $300,000 garage keeper's liability. A presentation on the Lights Out Northeast Florida initiative is also scheduled.

• Ordinance 2026-03581 to repeal and replace Chapter 804, Parts 12 and 13 on towing and storage from public and private property
• Amendment establishing insurance minimums: $300,000 garage keeper's general liability, $50,000 off-hook, $100,000 on-hook property liability
• Expanded non-business hours for towing from 8pm-7am to 6pm-8am
• New service charges allowed for electric vehicles, heavy equipment, and notice fees
• Presentation by Elizabeth Filippelli on Lights Out Northeast Florida initiative

The Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee voted 6-0 to amend and approve ordinance 2026-0358, which repeals and replaces parts of the city code governing nonconsensual towing and storage of vehicles and vessels from public and private property. Changes include updated insurance requirements for wreckers, expanded definitions to include vessels, and extended non-business hours. The committee also heard a presentation on the Lights Out Northeast Florida bird-collision prevention initiative but took no action.

• Approved amended ordinance 2026-0358 rewriting towing/storage regulations (6-0)
• Adopted NCSPHS amendment adjusting wrecker insurance requirements and correcting scrivener's errors

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The June 16, 2026, meeting of the Jacksonville Land Use & Zoning Committee contains only procedural boilerplate—meeting rules, attendance, and standard notices—with no listed agenda items, public hearings, rezonings, or ordinances to be discussed or decided.

The Land Use & Zoning Committee met for only 7 minutes. Chairman Carlucci reviewed a marked agenda listing 62 items, but no votes or actions were taken. Only two council members were present. The meeting adjourned without approving, denying, or tabling any item.

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The Land Use & Zoning Committee will hold public hearings and vote on several comprehensive plan amendments and rezonings. Key items include a citywide text amendment to identify a target growth area for resilient and attainable housing, and a large-scale FLUM change for 337 acres at Yellow Water Road. Several other rezonings for manufactured homes, auto sales, and commercial uses are also on the agenda.

• Large-scale FLUM amendment for 337 acres at 0 Yellow Water Rd from RR to LDR (2026-0365)
• Text amendment to identify target growth area for resilient & attainable housing, for state review (2026-0311)
• Rezoning at 0 Old Kings Rd (5.7 acres) from AGR to PUD for single-family manufactured homes (2026-01232)
• Rezoning at 6919 Pitts Rd (5.55 acres) for auto sales company PUD (2026-01276)
• Rezoning at 9801 Heckscher Dr (0.70 acre) from CCG to LDR (2026-02937)

The Land Use & Zoning Committee approved a text amendment to the 2045 Comprehensive Plan to identify a target growth area for resilient and attainable housing. The committee also approved several rezoning requests and a large-scale comprehensive plan amendment, while denying one rezoning request at Cleveland Rd.

• Approved 2026B Series Text Amendment for resilient and attainable housing target growth area (6-0)
• Approved large-scale amendment at 0 Yellow Water Rd from RR to LDR (6-0)
• Approved small-scale amendment and rezoning at 9801 Heckscher Dr (6-0)
• Approved administrative deviation for height increases at 9801 Heckscher Dr (6-0)
• Approved road frontage waiver at 15364 Yellow Bluff Rd (5-0)
• Denied rezoning at 5450 Cleveland Rd from CCG-1 to CCG-2 (0-5)
• Deferred small-scale amendment and rezoning at 0 Rampart Rd
• Continued public hearings for 0 Old Kings Rd and 6919 Pitts Rd

Duval DOGE Special Committee

The Duval DOGE Special Committee is meeting to receive updates from the Council Auditor's Office on the 2% lapse and telehealth, and to hear rate recommendations from the Bailey Group. No decisions or votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion and information only.

• Telehealth update presented by Phillip Peterson
• Update on the 2% lapse from the Council Auditor's Office
• Rate recommendations from The Bailey Group

The committee discussed telehealth services (Telescope Health vs. RightSite), an update on the 2% budget lapse, and health insurance rate recommendations from The Bailey Group. No votes or formal actions were taken; all items were informational or discussion-only.

• Discussed telehealth comparison: Telescope costs $1.5M/year, RightSite is zero-cost; no action taken
• Heard that Council Auditor's Office found Telescope's reported $11.1M savings overstated to $9.3M
• Discussed potential removal of telehealth from next year's budget; no decision
• Noted that no departments requested restoration of 2% lapse funds
• Received presentation on health insurance contribution structures and $21M deficit; no vote
• Discussed stop-loss coverage and gene therapy solutions; no action
• Heard that prescription savings of $5–7M from pharmacy change could help cover deficit
• Committee took no formal votes or resolutions

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee will consider an ordinance that repeals and replaces Parts 12 and 13 of Chapter 804 (Jacksonville Traffic Code) regarding nonconsensual towing and storage of vehicles and vessels. Changes include expanded non-business hours (6pm-8am), new fees for electric vehicles and heavy equipment, and updated insurance requirements. All other agenda items have been deferred or withdrawn.

• Ordinance to repeal and replace towing rules for public and private property (Item 2026-035810)
• Amendment requires $300,000 garage keeper's liability, $50,000 off-hook, $100,000 on-hook insurance
• Expands non-business hours from 6pm to 8am; adds fees for electric vehicles, heavy equipment, notice fees
• Withdrawn: Zoning code amendment on nonconforming use administrative deviations (Item 2026-03641)
• Deferred: Limit mayor's transfer authority to $100,000 (Item 2024-06271)

The Rules Committee approved an ordinance to update the Jacksonville Traffic Code regarding towing and storage of vehicles and vessels. The vote was 7-0 in the Committee of the Whole and 6-0 in the Rules Committee.

• Approved ordinance to update towing and storage rules (7-0)
• Approved ordinance to update towing and storage rules (6-0)
• Amended insurance requirements for wreckers
• Clarified non-business hours for towing (6pm-8am)
• Expanded fees for unique vehicles and situations
• Tabled ordinance on home occupations
• Tabled ordinance on nonconforming use administrative deviation
• Tabled ordinance on Mayor's transfer authority

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee

The committee will vote on deferring several ordinances, including one banning city funds for abortions and one naming a park. It will consider amendments to the towing and storage regulations, expanding non-business hours and adding new fees. Also on the agenda is an amendment to add a $10 filing fee for code violations and a bill requiring a report on the Downtown Entertainment District's extended hours.

• Deferral of ordinance prohibiting city funds for abortions (2026-02273)
• Deferral of ordinance naming Warren A. Jones Baseball Complex at Hammond Park (2026-03195)
• Amendment to towing ordinance: expand non-business hours to 6pm-8am, add fees for electric vehicles and heavy equipment (2026-03587)
• Amendment to add $10 filing fee for local ordinance violations (2026-03184)
• Ordinance requiring Downtown Entertainment District report by Sept 1, 2026, including calls for service and noise complaints (2026-03779)

The Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee approved an ordinance amending the Jacksonville Traffic Code to update and clarify provisions for nonconsensual towing and storage from public and private property. The vote was 7-0 in committee.

• Approved ordinance amending towing and storage rules (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending towing and storage rules (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending towing and storage rules (6-0)

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee

Jacksonville Waterways Commission

The Jacksonville Waterways Commission will hold a public hearing on a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment to change the future land use of 1.91 acres at 0 Granite Place from Water-Dependent/Water-Related to Light Industrial. The commission will also discuss a letter of support for a comprehensive watershed analysis of Hogpen Creek and a boating hazard issue at the Fort George River sandbar. Old business includes updates on the Shad Creek Resolution and the George Crady Bridge.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-0475: small-scale amendment to the 2045 Comprehensive Plan FLUM at 0 Granite Place (1.91± acres) from WD-WR to LI (Bird Dog Land Holdings, LLC, Dist. 2-Gay, Rezoning 2026-476)
• Discussion: Receipt of FIND Letter of Support for a Comprehensive Watershed Analysis of Hogpen Creek
• Discussion: Fort George River Sandbar Boating Hazard Issue
• Old Business: Shad Creek Resolution update
• Old Business: George Crady Bridge update

The Commission voted against recommending a small-scale land use amendment to change 1.91 acres at 0 Granite Place from Water Dependent-Water Related to Light Industrial. The proposal aimed to allow a moving company to park box trucks on the site. The Commission also received a report on manatee mortalities and water quality.

• Approved May 13, 2026 meeting minutes
• Denied land use amendment for 0 Granite Place (4-5)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several quasi-judicial rezoning requests, a zoning appeal, and a consent agenda that includes selling the former JEA headquarters at 21 W. Church St for $1,000,000 below appraised value to Jewel at 21 West, LLC. Other items include a lease amendment for the Tax Collector's office and a road abandonment. The meeting also features presentations honoring Tim Cost and Judge Henry Lee Adams Jr.

• Sale of JEA former headquarters (21 W. Church St & 421 Laura St) for $1,000,000 to Jewel at 21 West, LLC
• Zoning appeal for a restaurant at 1604 Margaret St (reduce parking from 13 to 3 spaces, reduce buffer)
• Rezoning at 4578 Blanding Blvd from CCG-1 to CCG-2 (0.96 acres)
• Rezoning at 2449 University Blvd N to allow a food truck park (Smoke in the City PUD)
• Rezoning at 3157 5th St W from RLD-60 to CN (0.37 acres)

The Jacksonville City Council approved several rezoning requests, including a food truck park at 2449 University Blvd N and a planned unit development at San Jose Blvd. It also denied an appeal of a Planning Commission decision regarding a restaurant at 1604 Margaret St. All votes were 16-0. The minutes of the May 26 meeting were approved.

• Denied appeal of Planning Commission order for restaurant at 1604 Margaret St (16-0)
• Approved rezoning at 4578 Blanding Blvd from CCG-1 to CCG-2 (16-0)
• Approved rezoning for food truck park at 2449 University Blvd N (16-0)
• Approved rezoning for Neighborhood at San Jose PUD at 0-5136 San Jose Blvd (16-0)
• Approved rezoning at 3157 5th St W from RLD-60 to CN (16-0)
• Approved rezoning at 11662 Flynn Rd from RR-Acre to RLD-90 (16-0)
• Approved rezoning at 2228 Bulls Bay Hwy from RR-Acre & RLD-120 to RLD-60 (16-0)
• Approved rezoning at 962 St. Johns Bluff Rd N from CN to CCG-1 (16-0)

Special Investigatory Committee on JEA

The Special Investigatory Committee on JEA meets to receive a presentation from JEA employees on combined cycle technology, followed by committee Q&A. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is informational.

• Combined Cycle Presentation by JEA Employees

The Special Investigatory Committee on JEA heard a presentation from JEA employees about the proposed combined cycle plant at the former St. Johns River Power Park. Discussion covered the project history, RFP process, turbine reservation costs, and regulatory steps. No votes or substantive decisions were taken; the meeting was informational only.

Special Investigatory Committee on JEA

The Special Investigatory Committee on JEA will hear updates from council auditors on capacity fees and an employee survey. The committee will also take testimony from Jody Brooks and Regina Ross, followed by Q&A. No decisions or votes are scheduled on the agenda.

• Update on Capacity Fees from Council Auditors
• Update on Employee Survey
• Testimony from Jody Brooks
• Testimony from Regina Ross
• Q&A from Committee

The Special Investigatory Committee on JEA met to discuss the status of a capacity fee assessment and the upcoming employee survey. The committee also heard testimony from former JEA staff regarding workplace climate and the capacity fee issue.

• Employee survey questions submitted to vendor with live date set for June 22
• Committee requested open-ended survey responses be shared with the JEA Board
• Capacity fee analysis ongoing after preliminary data was received from JEA

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss a follow-up procurement audit, then consider two active ordinances: one authorizing $12,599,258 for Emerald Trail land acquisition and eminent domain for 17 parcels in District 7, and another amending Meridian Waste's solid waste contract to extend it through 2032 with annual CPI adjustments. All other agenda items are deferred at the request of council members and will not be acted on at this meeting.

• Council Auditor discussion of Report #871A: Follow-Up on Procurement Audit - Informal Purchase of Supplies
• Ordinance appropriating $12,599,258 from Emerald Trail construction accounts to land acquisition and authorizing eminent domain for 17 parcels near Hogan’s Creek (Council District 7)
• First Amendment to Meridian Waste Florida solid waste collection contract (Service Area I), extending term to September 30, 2032, replacing rate review with annual CPI adjustments
• Waiver of settlement limitations in Sections 112.307, 112.308, and 112.309 to allow eminent domain settlements above $50,000 without further Council approval

The Finance Committee approved a $12.6 million appropriation for the Emerald Trail project to acquire land near Hogan's Creek. The vote was 4-3, with three members voting against the measure.

• Approved $12.6M Emerald Trail land acquisition (4-3)
• Deferred Mayor's Transfer Authority ordinance
• Deferred settlement agreement with Live Oak Ancient City
• Deferred retiree adjustment payment ordinance
• Deferred lobbying expenditure prohibition ordinance
• Deferred abortion expenditure prohibition ordinance
• Deferred code enforcement court cost ordinance
• Deferred Police & Fire Pension Board amendments

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee

The Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee will discuss several items, including a deferral of a towing ordinance, a public hearing on a road closure, and multiple appropriations. The most substantial item is a set of amendments to expand the dockless mobility program into Riverside/Avondale, Springfield, and Arlington, and to restructure oversight from the Office of Public Parking.

• Ordinance to expand dockless mobility zones to Riverside/Avondale, Springfield, and Arlington and shift oversight to Office of Public Parking
• Deferral of ordinance updating nonconsensual towing and storage rules for vehicles and vessels on public and private property
• Public hearing to close and abandon a portion of Ionic Avenue right-of-way in the Ortega historic district
• Appropriation of $1,342,200.40 for traffic signal rebuilds at 21st Street East/Liberty Street North and 21st Street West/Boulevard Street
• Appropriation of $350,000 in FDOT grant funding for traffic signalization and fiber optic interconnect from Atrium Way/Regency Square Boulevard North to Lee Road

The Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee approved six ordinances, including the closure of Ionic Avenue in the Ortega district, amendments to dockless mobility programs, and appropriations for traffic signal rebuilds and mosquito control.

• Closed Ionic Avenue (6-0)
• Amended dockless mobility program (6-0)
• Appropriated $1.34M for traffic signal rebuilds (6-0)
• Authorized FDEP wastewater program delegation (6-0)
• Appropriated $23.4K for mosquito control (6-0)
• Appropriated $350K for Monument & Regency traffic signals (6-0)

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The Land Use & Zoning Committee is meeting on June 2, 2026, but the agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed items for discussion or decision. No ordinances, rezonings, public hearings, or other substantive matters are scheduled.

The meeting was convened at 4:32 p.m. and adjourned at 4:37 p.m. The Chairman reviewed the agenda, but the minutes record no votes or substantive decisions made during the session.

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The Land Use & Zoning Committee holds public hearings on multiple proposed land use and zoning changes, including a large-scale amendment to rezone 160 acres north of Normandy Blvd from agricultural to low-density residential for single-family homes. Other items include a 5.7-acre rezoning on Old Kings Rd for a manufactured-home PUD and a mixed-use PUD on Pacetti St and 8th St. Several items have been continued from previous meetings; the committee will also vote on an amendment to a Blanding Blvd rezoning.

• Large-scale FLUM amendment and rezoning of 160± acres on Yellow Water Rd north of Normandy Blvd from agricultural to LDR (single-family) with PUD (Item 2026-02898 & 2026-02909)
• Rezoning of 5.7 acres at 0 Old Kings Rd between Acree Rd and Plummer Rd for a manufactured-home PUD (Item 2026-01221 & 2026-01232, continued public hearing)
• Rezoning of 25.55± acres at 0 Rampart Rd between Collins Rd and Park City Dr for an industrial business park PUD (Item 2026-01243 & 2026-01254, deferred to July 21)
• Rezoning of 0.96 acres at 4578 Blanding Blvd from CCG-1 to CCG-2 with an amendment to street boundaries (Item 2026-02747)
• Mixed-use PUD on 3.37 acres at Pacetti St, 8th St, and Phoenix Ave for phased commercial and residential development (Item 2026-02911)

The Land Use & Zoning Committee approved five rezoning and comprehensive plan amendments, the largest being a 160-acre FLUM change (AGR to LDR) and a 112.5-acre PUD rezoning for single-family homes on Yellow Water Road, both 6-0 with conditions including a traffic study and buffers. Other approvals included a CCG-1 to CCG-2 rezoning on Blanding Boulevard with an amended location description, and a small-scale FLUM change and mixed-use PUD on Pacetti Street and 8th Street. Several items were continued or deferred to later hearings.

• Approved rezoning at 4578 Blanding Blvd (CCG-1 to CCG-2) with amendment to location description (6-0)
• Approved large-scale FLUM amendment for 160 acres on Yellow Water Road (AGR to LDR) (6-0)
• Approved rezoning for 112.5 acres on Yellow Water Road to PUD for single-family homes with conditions (6-0)
• Approved small-scale FLUM amendment for 2.67 acres on Pacetti St & 8th St (LI to CGC) (6-0)
• Approved rezoning for mixed-use PUD on Pacetti St, 8th St, and Phoenix Ave (6-0)

Duval DOGE Special Committee

This Duval DOGE Special Committee meeting will receive updates on the P Card and the 2% Lapse, consider adoption of the Telehealth Report, and review a detailed analysis of medical plan performance from The Bailey Group covering demographics, benchmarking, and funding.

• Adoption of Telehealth Report presented by Mary Staffopoulos
• The Bailey Group review of medical plan performance across population demographics, benchmarking, and funding/renewal
• Update on P Card usage
• Update on the 2% Lapse from the Council Auditor's Office

The Duval DOGE Special Committee unanimously approved an updated telehealth report as a final report, with a substantive change removing a recommendation that had directed review of Dr. Bradley Elias's dual employment. The committee also received updates on the 2% budget lapse and a presentation from the Bailey Group on employee health plan performance, with further recommendations expected June 16.

• Approved updated telehealth report as final report (unanimous)

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee will consider a first amendment to the residential curbside solid waste and recycling contract with Meridian Waste Florida, LLC for Service Area I (Westside). The amendment extends the contract term to September 30, 2032, sets a per-premise rate of $22.05 for FY2026/27 (an 8.8% increase), and establishes a process for extraordinary rate adjustments requiring Council approval. A staff concern notes the rate increase equates to roughly $1.1 million per year above CPI, totaling about $7 million over the contract term. All other agenda items are deferred.

• Amend contract with Meridian Waste to extend term to 2032, set $22.05 per-premise rate, include $75,000 community partnership investment
• Defer ordinance to limit mayor's transfer authority to $100,000 per capital project and per fiscal year
• Defer ordinance to prohibit city funds for abortions and related services
• Defer resolution to confirm Randy Wyse and Joseph DiSalvo to JEA governing body
• Defer naming of Warren A. Jones Baseball Complex at Hammond Park (2142 Melson Ave)

The Rules Committee approved a first amendment to the city's residential waste collection contract with Meridian Waste, extending the term to September 30, 2032, and setting the 2026/27 rate at $22.05 per premise. The committee also voted to defer all other items on the agenda.

• Approved Meridian Waste contract amendment (7-0)
• Deferred Mayor's Transfer Authority ordinance
• Deferred settlement agreement with Live Oak Ancient City Living
• Deferred ethics code lobbying amendment
• Deferred Randy Wyse JEA appointment confirmation
• Deferred Joe Disalvo JEA reappointment
• Deferred abortion expenditure prohibition ordinance
• Deferred code enforcement court costs ordinance

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing and consider a first amendment to the residential solid waste contract with Meridian Waste Florida, LLC, for Service Area I (Westside). The amendment extends the contract to 2032 and raises the per-premise rate 8.8% to $22.05, adding about $1.1 million annually. All other agenda items are deferred.

• 8.8% rate increase on Westside residential trash collection, costing $1.1M/year and $7M total
• Contract extended three years to September 30, 2032
• Fuel caps set for FY 2026/27–2028/29 with 2.5% annual increase in gallons
• Community Partnership Investment of $75,000 ($25,000/year starting FY 2026/27)

The committee approved an amended services contract for residential curbside solid waste and recyclables collection in Service Area I. The agreement extends the contract term through September 30, 2032, and increases the per premise rate for FY 2026/27. Several other ordinances were deferred.

• Approved 1st Amendment to Meridian Waste Florida, LLC contract (5-0)
• Extended Service Area I waste collection term to September 30, 2032
• Approved FY 2026/27 per premise rate increase of 8.8% ($20.26 to $22.05)
• Approved $75,000 Community Partnership Investment for City use
• Deferred settlement agreement with Live Oak Ancient City Living, LLC
• Deferred retiree adjustment payments ordinance
• Deferred prohibition on expenditures for abortions
• Deferred update to court cost filing fees

City Council

City Council will hold public hearings and final votes on several land-use items, including a rezoning at 7599 Southside Blvd and an alcohol exception for a restaurant on Baymeadows Road. The consent agenda includes funding for Eastside Community Grants, reallocation of federal housing grants, and approval of the Millers Creek Special District budget. Council will also consider a memorandum of understanding with Neptune Beach for disaster debris management and an amendment to the manatee protection study contract with Jacksonville University.

• Rezoning 11.88 acres at 7599 Southside Blvd from RR-Acre to PBF-1
• Alcohol exception for Babylon Restaurant Lounge & Bar at 8602 Baymeadows Rd
• Sign waiver at 6680 Powers Ave reducing setback from 10 ft to 0 ft
• Appropriation of $36,563.20 for two positions for Eastside Community Grants
• Amendment to manatee protection study agreement with JU increasing max indebtedness by $193,549

The City Council approved five quasi-judicial land-use items and a consent agenda with six ordinances, all by near-unanimous votes (16-0 or 17-0). The rezoning at 7599 Southside Blvd changes the property from RR-Acre to PBF-1. The consent agenda included funding for Eastside community grants, reallocation of federal housing grants, approval of the Millers Creek budget, and abandonment of two easements.

• Approved rezoning at 7599 Southside Blvd from RR-Acre to PBF-1 for JEA (17-0)
• Approved zoning exception for all-alcohol sales at Babylon Restaurant at 8602 Baymeadows Rd (16-0)
• Approved sign-waiver reducing setback to 0 ft at 6680 Powers Ave (17-0)
• Approved sign-waiver reducing setback to 6 ft at 7575 Melvin Rd (17-0)
• Approved sign-waiver reducing setback to 0 ft at 5406 Timuquana Rd (17-0)
• Approved consent agenda: funded 2 positions for Eastside Community Grants ($36,563), reallocated $181,840 in HOME grants, approved Millers Creek FY 26-27 budget, closed two easements (17-0)

City Council

This is a special meeting focused solely on electing the President-Designate and Vice President-Designate for the 2026-2027 council term. No other business, ordinances, or financial matters are on the agenda.

• Election of President-Designate for 2026-2027
• Election of Vice President-Designate for 2026-2027
• Privilege of the Floor remarks by the President-Designate and Vice President-Designate
• Council Member Comments and Installation Announcements

Council Executive Committee

This meeting of the Council Executive Committee features a discussion on the Assistant Council Auditor positions. Public participation will be allowed during the discussion. The committee will also take questions and comments from members before adjourning.

• Discussion on the Assistant Council Auditor positions (public participation permitted)

The Council Executive Committee met to establish the annual salaries for two Assistant Council Auditor positions. The committee approved a specific salary amount for Brian Parks and Heather Reber.

• Approved annual salaries of $212,356 for Assistant Council Auditors Brian Parks and Heather Reber (2-0)

Special Investigatory Committee on JEA

The Special Investigatory Committee on JEA will meet to receive updates on the capacity fee for JEA employees and the results of a JEA employee survey. The committee will also hold general discussion and consider other items.

• Update on Capacity Fee – JEA Employees
• Update on JEA Employee Survey
• Discussion from Committee and other items

The Special Investigatory Committee on JEA approved a survey for JEA employees with modifications to remove questions on senior leadership and add a question gauging trust. The committee also received updates on a capacity fee analysis and discussed whistleblower protections.

• Approved employee survey with modifications (3-0)
• Received update on capacity fee analysis
• Discussed whistleblower protections for JEA employees

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee

Rules Committee

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hear audit follow-ups on stormwater fees, employee reimbursements, and the General Fund recapture, then vote on several ordinances. Key actions include a $1.78 million appropriation for parks and neighborhood programs, approval of Harbour Waterway and Millers Creek special district budgets, and reallocation of $181,840.50 in HOME grant funds. Several items have been deferred at the request of council members.

• Appropriation of $1,776,499.27 from multiple funds for Ed Aust project (2026-032113, amended)
• Approval of Harbour Waterway Dependent Special District FY 26-27 budget with $206,500 total assessment (2026-03159, amended)
• Approval of Millers Creek Dependent Special District FY 26-27 budget with $80,730 total assessment (2026-031610)
• Reallocation of $181,840.50 in HOME grant funds from downpayment assistance to administrative costs (2026-03137)
• Creation of two positions and $36,563.20 appropriation for Eastside Community Grants program (2026-03126)

The Finance Committee approved eight ordinances, including funding for two Eastside Community Grants positions and budgets for the Harbour Waterway and Millers Creek dependent special districts. Five other items were deferred.

• Approved $36,563.20 for 2 Eastside Community Grants positions (8-0)
• Approved $181,840.50 reallocation for HOME grant admin costs (8-0)
• Approved federal CDBG position authorization (8-0)
• Amended and approved Harbour Waterway Dependent Special District FY 26-27 budget (8-0)
• Approved Millers Creek Dependent Special District FY 26-27 budget (8-0)
• Deferred ordinance updating court costs filing fee (8-0)
• Deferred ordinance amending Police & Fire Pension Board of Trustees charter (8-0)
• Deferred ordinance prohibiting city funds for abortions (8-0)

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee

The committee will hold public hearings on a $12.6 million appropriation to acquire land for the Emerald Trail project, including authority to use eminent domain for 17 parcels near Hogan's Creek. Other items include an honorary street designation for Pastor Ernie L. Murray Sr. (waiving the five-year deceased requirement), multiple street and easement closures for development, and a deferred item on towing regulations.

• Appropriation of $12,599,258 for Emerald Trail land acquisition and authorization of eminent domain for 17 parcels in District 7
• Honorary street designation for Pastor Ernie L. Murray Sr. on Moncrief Road, waiving the five-year deceased requirement
• Closure of an easement for potential residential development at request of Ecoliving Realty (District 7)
• Closure of an unnamed alley for a family-style restaurant (District 9)
• Closure of a right-of-way for 50-home Fairview Estates development (District 8)

The Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee approved four ordinances, including a $12.6 million appropriation for Emerald Trail land acquisition and the renaming of a street for Pastor Ernie L. Murray Sr. The committee also approved the closure of several alleys and right-of-ways for development.

• Approved $12.6M Emerald Trail land acquisition (5-0)
• Approved street naming for Pastor Ernie L. Murray Sr. (4-0)
• Approved closing unnamed alley in Jacksonville Heights (5-0)
• Approved closing unnamed road R/W in Dinsmore (5-0)
• Approved closing 5-ft drainage easement in Grove Park (5-0)

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The agenda for the May 19, 2026 meeting of the Jacksonville Land Use & Zoning Committee contains only procedural information, including meeting rules and committee member listings. No specific rezoning requests, ordinances, or other substantive items are listed for discussion or decision.

The meeting consisted only of a procedural review of the agenda. Five items were listed as ready for action and 25 as deferred, but no votes or substantive actions were taken. The meeting adjourned at 4:33 p.m.

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The Land Use & Zoning Committee will hold public hearings and vote on three items: a rezoning of 11.88 acres at 7599 Southside Blvd for JEA, a zoning exception for alcohol sales at 8602 Baymeadows Rd, and a sign setback waiver at 6680 Powers Ave. Most other items on the agenda are deferred to future meetings.

• Rezoning 11.88 acres at 7599 Southside Blvd from RR-Acre to PBF-1 for JEA (2026-02737)
• Zoning exception for retail sale of all alcoholic beverages at 8602 Baymeadows Rd for Babylon Restaurant Lounge & Bar (2026-02759)
• Sign waiver reducing setback from 10 ft to 0 ft at 6680 Powers Ave in CCG-2 (2026-027610)
• Deferred: Large-scale FLUM amendment and rezoning of ~160 acres along Yellow Water Rd for residential PUD (2026-028911, 2026-029012)
• Deferred: Rezoning of 0 Old Kings Rd (5.7 acres) for manufactured home PUD (2026-01221, 2026-01232)

The Land Use & Zoning Committee approved three rezoning requests and one sign waiver during the May 19 meeting. Twelve other items were deferred for further consideration.

• Approved rezoning at 7599 Southside Blvd (JEA) 7-0
• Approved alcohol sales exception at 8602 Baymeadows Rd 7-0
• Approved sign waiver at 6680 Powers Ave 6-0
• Deferred rezoning at 0 Old Kings Rd 7-0
• Deferred rezoning at 0 Rampart Rd 7-0
• Deferred rezoning at 6919 Pitts Rd 7-0
• Deferred rezoning at 7599 Southside Blvd 7-0
• Deferred rezoning at 0, 4150 4282, 4300, 4518, 4534, 4536, 4560 & 4600 Yellow Water Rd 7-0

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is holding a workshop to discuss an update regarding SIC, with a presentation by Jason Teal. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting includes discussion and public comment.

• Presentation by Jason Teal on SIC Update

The Finance Committee held a workshop to receive an update on the Special Investigatory Committee (SIC) regarding JEA matters, including uncollected capacity fees, workplace allegations, and the combined cycle plant project. No substantive decisions were made; the committee discussed potential subpoenas for former JEA officials to compel testimony, but no action was taken.

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee will consider a substitute ordinance appropriating $12,599,258 for land acquisition for the Emerald Trail Hogan's Creek to Riverwalk segment, including authority to use eminent domain. Also on the agenda are proposed amendments to the police and fire pension board governance and ethics rules, a prohibition on city-funded abortions, and an honorary street designation. Several items on the agenda have been deferred or are awaiting public hearings.

• $12.6M appropriation for Emerald Trail land acquisition with eminent domain authority in Council Dist 7
• Ordinance to prohibit expenditure of city funds for abortions and related services
• Amendment to limit Mayor's transfer authority to $100,000 among capital improvement projects
• Honorary street designation for Pastor Ernie L. Murray on Moncrief Rd between Edgewood Ave W and Rowe Ave
• Police and fire pension board governance changes including fiduciary standards and ethics updates

The Rules Committee approved an ordinance to establish an honorary street designation and roadway markers for Pastor Ernie L. Murray, Sr. on Moncrief Road. All other items on the agenda were deferred.

• Amend/Approved honorary street designation for Pastor Ernie L. Murray, Sr. (5-0)
• Deferred ordinance concerning Mayor’s Transfer Authority
• Deferred settlement agreement with Live Oak Ancient City Living, LLC
• Deferred ordinance prohibiting certain expenditures to Mayor and Council Members
• Deferred confirmation of Randy Wyse to JEA governing body
• Deferred reappointment of Joseph “Joe” P. Disalvo to JEA
• Deferred ordinance prohibiting city funds for abortions and related services
• Deferred ordinance adding $10 filing fee for city ordinance violations

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee

The committee will consider several active items including a major restructuring of the Police & Fire Pension Board of Trustees, approval of special district budgets for Harbour Waterway and Millers Creek, and reallocation of federal housing grant funds. Several high-profile items—such as a ban on city-funded abortions and retiree adjustment payments—have been deferred to a later meeting.

• Ord to amend Police & Fire Pension Board membership and repeal financial advisory committee (2026-032012)
• Ord reallocating $181,840.50 in federal HOME grants from downpayment assistance to administrative costs (2026-03135)
• Ord appropriating $36,563.20 for two positions supporting Eastside Community Grants (2026-03124)
• Ord approving Harbour Waterway Dependent Special District FY 26-27 budget with $206,500 assessment (2026-03157)
• Ord approving honorary street designation for Pastor Ernie L. Murray Sr. on Moncrief Road, waiving five-year deceased requirement (2026-03179)

The committee approved funding for two positions to support the Eastside Community Grants program, reallocated federal HOME grant funds from down payment assistance to administrative costs, and approved budgets for the Harbour Waterway and Millers Creek special districts as well as an honorary street designation. Three items were deferred: a settlement for code enforcement fines, a prohibition on city-funded abortions, and a retiree adjustment payment.

• Approved $36,563.20 for two Eastside Community Grants program positions (7-0)
• Approved $181,840.50 HOME grant reallocation from down payment assistance to admin costs (7-0)
• Approved CDBG-funded position (7-0)
• Approved Harbour Waterway and Millers Creek special district FY 26-27 budgets (7-0 each)
• Approved honorary street designation for Pastor Ernie L. Murray Sr. with amendments (6-0)
• Deferred settlement agreement for Municipal Code Enforcement fines
• Deferred ordinance prohibiting city funds for abortions
• Deferred retiree adjustment payment

2025 Value Adjustment Board

The 2025 Value Adjustment Board will meet to consider recommended decisions on 38 Ownwell petitions and other special magistrate recommendations. No deferral requests were received from either petitioners or the Property Appraiser's Office. The board will also vote on previous meeting minutes and adjourn the 2025 VAB year.

• Approval of April 16, 2026, meeting minutes
• Public comments (attorney will explain procedure)
• No deferral requests from petitioners or PAO
• 38 Previously deferred Ownwell petitions (see attached list) – action item
• Consideration of Special Magistrate Recommended Decisions

Jacksonville Waterways Commission

The Jacksonville Waterways Commission convened and approved the minutes from its April 15, 2026 meeting. The session included a report on St. Johns River water quality and manatee deaths, and a presentation by the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office Marine Unit.

• Approved April 15, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussed elevated salinity and manatee deaths at Queens Harbor lock
• Reviewed Marine Unit call volume and boating accident statistics
• Discussed potential legislation on bow riding and boater safety cards

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests, including a PUD amendment to expand commercial floor area on Wilson Boulevard, and vote on consent agenda items such as the appointment of a new City Council Auditor and approval of special district budgets and environmental cleanup contracts.

• Quasi-judicial rezoning at 0 Wilson Blvd to expand non-residential floor area by 6,785 sq ft (PUD amendment for Wilson Boulevard Business Park II)
• Quasi-judicial rezoning at 0, 3301 & 3323 Almeda St from RLD-60 to RLD-50 (1.01 acres)
• Quasi-judicial rezoning at 0 Owens Rd to allow senior facilities, commercial uses (Owens Point PUD)
• Consent: Appointment of Phillip Peterson as City Council Auditor
• Public hearing: Rezoning at 7599 Southside Blvd from RR-Acre to PBF-1 for JEA (11.88 acres)

The City Council approved three quasi-judicial rezoning ordinances (18-0 each) on May 12, 2026, allowing expanded commercial uses at Wilson Boulevard Business Park II, a density adjustment on Almeda Street, and additional senior and commercial uses at Owens Road. The consent agenda was also approved 18-0 after one item (Resolution 2026-277) was pulled for a separate vote, which then passed 18-0 to appoint Phillip Peterson as City Council Auditor. All votes had Council Member Freeman excused.

• Approved rezoning at Wilson Blvd for Wilson Boulevard Business Park II PUD, adding 6,785 sq ft non-residential floor area (18-0)
• Approved rezoning at 0, 3301, 3323 Almeda St from RLD-60 to RLD-50 density (18-0)
• Approved rezoning at 0 Owens Rd for Owens Point PUD allowing senior facilities, commercial, and other uses (18-0)
• Approved consent agenda 18-0 (excluding pulled item), including board appointments, budget, and environmental agreements
• Approved appointment of Phillip Peterson as City Council Auditor (18-0, after pull from consent)
• Approved Isl of Palms Dependent Special District FY 26-27 budget (18-0)
• Approved FDEP contract for petroleum contamination cleanup (18-0)
• Approved FDOT interlocal agreement for NPDES requirements (18-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board will hold separate meetings for the KingSoutel Crossing and Renew Arlington districts. Key items include consideration of the FY 2026/2027 preliminary budgets for both areas. For Renew Arlington, the board will also vote on a policy for inactive MCGP grant applicants and an amendment to the Mandatory Compliance Grant Program guidelines.

• Consideration of FY 2026/2027 Preliminary Budget for KingSoutel Crossing CRA
• Consideration of FY 2026/2027 Preliminary Budget (Resolution RA/CRA 2026-02) for Renew Arlington CRA
• Consideration of Policy for Inactive MCGP Grant Applicants (Resolution RA/CRA 2026-03)
• Consideration of Amendment to Renew Arlington Mandatory Compliance Grant Program Guidelines (Resolution RA/CRA 2026-04)
• Approval of meeting minutes for both districts

Special Committee on the Future of Downtown

The Special Committee on the Future of Downtown will meet to recap previous discussions and propose next steps for downtown revitalization. Presentations are scheduled on downtown parks, including open houses and construction updates, and the Downtown Investment Authority will cover development legislation, a restaurant parcel at Riverfront Plaza, the Gateway Jax Hotel Merrydelle, and parking rate changes.

• 2025 State of Downtown Report
• Downtown Development Legislation
• Riverfront Plaza Restaurant Parcel
• Gateway Jax Hotel Merrydelle
• Parking Rates Update

The Special Committee on the Future of Downtown received updates on public space alignment, downtown parks, and DIA projects. No formal votes or approvals were taken; all items were for discussion and future action. A bill requiring a report on the Downtown Entertainment District was announced for introduction at the next council meeting.

• No binding decisions recorded; the meeting was informational only
• DIA to consider Atlas Group restaurant proposal and Merrydelle Hotel incentives on May 20

Special Investigatory Committee on JEA

The Special Investigatory Committee on JEA will discuss updates on an employee survey, capacity fees, and a request for an attorney/client privilege waiver. The committee will also hear testimony from Regina Ross and plan future meetings.

• Update on JEA Employee Survey
• Update on Capacity Fees at JEA
• Update on S.I.C.'s Request for Attorney/Client Privilege Waiver
• Testimony from Regina Ross
• Discussion on Future Meetings Schedule

The Special Investigatory Committee on JEA unanimously approved subpoenas for former JEA chief legal counsel Regina Ross, Jody Brooks, and Vickie Cavey to testify before the Finance Committee in June. The committee also heard testimony from Ms. Ross, who cited attorney-client confidentiality for her limited answers, and received updates on a pending employee survey and ongoing audit of JEA capacity fees.

• Approved subpoena for Regina Ross to testify June 8 (3-0)
• Approved subpoena for Jody Brooks to testify June 8 with documents (3-0)
• Approved subpoena for Vickie Cavey to testify June 22 with documents (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hear a Quarterly Single Source Presentation and a report on the Purchasing Cards Audit. The committee will vote on several appropriations, including $675,000 for apprenticeship programs through a direct contract with Jacksonville General Apprenticeship Association, and $143,710 for improvements to the Historic Stanton School. It will also consider approval of the Isle of Palms Dependent Special District's FY 26-27 budget ($499,000 assessment) and an amendment to the Riverside-Avondale preservation grant budget. Several items are deferred, including limits on mayoral transfer authority and a ban on city-funded abortions.

• $675,000 appropriation to Jacksonville General Apprenticeship Association for apprenticeship programs, with waiver of competitive bidding
• $143,710 grant to Historic Stanton, Inc. for electrical and structural improvements at 521 W Ashley St, with advance payment waiver
• Approval of Isle of Palms Dependent Special District FY 26-27 budget with $499,000 total assessment from 499 parcels
• Amendment to Riverside-Avondale Preservation grant budget to shift funds among expense categories
• Ordinance authorizing direct contract with Selectionlink, Inc. for survey of current and former JEA employees

The committee approved three grant ordinances: $675,000 for the Jacksonville General Apprenticeship Association (7-0 after amendment), $143,710 for Historic Stanton School improvements (5-1), and a budget amendment for Riverside-Avondale Preservation (5-1). It also approved the Isle of Palms Dependent Special District's FY 26-27 budget (6-0). Five items were deferred, including proposals to limit the mayor's transfer authority, settle fines, provide retiree adjustment payments, restrict lobbying expenditures, and prohibit funding for abortion services. The committee heard presentations on single-source procurement and a P-card audit.

• Deferred 5 items: mayor's transfer limit, settlement agreement, retiree adjustment payments, lobbying restrictions, and abortion funding prohibition.
• Approved Isle of Palms Dependent Special District FY 26-27 budget (6-0)
• Approved $143,710 grant to Historic Stanton, Inc. for school improvements (5-1)
• Approved budget amendment for Riverside-Avondale Preservation grant (5-1)
• Amended and approved $675,000 appropriation for Jacksonville General Apprenticeship Association (7-0)

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee

The Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including a $12.6 million appropriation for the Emerald Trail – Hogan's Creek to Riverwalk project, which authorizes land acquisition through negotiation or eminent domain. Other items include renaming Fingerlake Street to Fairfield Way, updating towing and storage regulations, and approving contracts for petroleum cleanup and stormwater management.

• $12.6M appropriation for Emerald Trail land acquisition, with eminent domain authority
• Renaming Fingerlake Street to Fairfield Way in Council Dist 12
• Overhaul of nonconsensual towing and storage regulations for vehicles and vessels
• Approval of FDEP contract for petroleum contamination cleanup in four counties
• Honorary street designation for Pastor Ernie L. Murray on Moncrief Road

The Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee approved two environmental service contracts with the FDEP and FDOT. The committee also approved renaming Fingerlake Street to Fairfield Way. Additionally, the Northeast Florida Regional Council presented a report on military installation readiness.

• Approved renaming Fingerlake Street to Fairfield Way (7-0)
• Approved FDEP contract for petroleum contamination cleanup site management (7-0)
• Approved FDOT interlocal agreement for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System requirements (7-0)

Land Use & Zoning Committee

This meeting agenda for the Land Use & Zoning Committee includes only standard procedural language (meeting rules, committee roster, and ADA notice) but lists no actual items for discussion, decision, or public hearing.

• No items listed on the agenda

The Land Use & Zoning Committee convened at 4:30 p.m. and adjourned at 4:34 p.m. without taking any substantive actions on the agenda items. The meeting included a review of the agenda which listed five items ready for action, six for deferral, twenty-six for second and re-refer, and four public hearings continued.

• Meeting convened at 4:30 p.m.
• Meeting adjourned at 4:34 p.m.
• Agenda reviewed: 5 items ready for action
• Agenda reviewed: 6 items marked for deferral
• Agenda reviewed: 26 items marked for second and re-refer
• Agenda reviewed: 4 public hearings continued

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The Land Use & Zoning Committee will hold public hearings and votes on several rezonings and comprehensive plan amendments. A large-scale plan amendment for 160.23 acres at Yellow Water Road from agriculture to low-density residential is on second reading. Other active items include small-scale amendments and rezoning for manufactured homes, auto sales, and PUD expansions for senior facilities and commercial uses. Seven items are deferred to the next cycle.

• Large-scale FLUM amendment at 0, 4150, 4282, 4300, 4518, 4534, 4536, 4560 & 4600 Yellow Water Rd: 160.23± acres from AGR to LDR (2nd reading)
• Small-scale FLUM amendment & rezoning at 0 Old Kings Rd: 5.7± acres from AGR to LDR and to PUD for manufactured-home single-family dwellings
• Rezoning at 6919 Pitts Rd, 10650 New Kings Rd & 0 New Kings Rd: 5.55± acres to PUD for online auto sales company
• PUD amendment at 0 Wilson Blvd: increase non-residential floor area by 6,785 sq ft in Wilson Boulevard Business Park II
• PUD amendment at 0 Owens Rd: add permissible uses including nursing homes, adult congregate facilities, group care homes, day cares, commercial and office uses

The committee approved several rezoning requests, including a business park expansion and a residential density change. Two items regarding Rampart Rd were deferred, and others were continued to June 2, 2026.

• Approved small-scale amendment at 0 Commonwealth Ave (5-1)
• Approved rezoning at 1005 Mcduff Ave & 0 Commonwealth Ave (5-1)
• Approved amended rezoning for Wilson Boulevard Business Park II with conditions (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 0, 3301 & 3323 Almeda St from RLD-60 to RLD-50 (6-0)
• Approved amended rezoning for Owens Point PUD with conditions (6-0)
• Deferred small-scale amendment at 0 Rampart Rd
• Deferred rezoning at 0 Rampart Rd
• Deferred rezoning at 7599 Southside Blvd and 4578 Blanding Blvd

Duval DOGE Special Committee

The Duval DOGE Special Committee will meet to receive updates on a telehealth initiative and an oversight committee, as well as hear from the Council Auditor's Office on the 2% lapse and a Purchasing Card (P-Card) audit. Public comment will be taken at the start of the meeting.

• Update on Telehealth by Council Member Diamond
• Discussion on Oversight Committee by Council Member Diamond
• Update on the 2% Lapse from Council Auditor's Office
• Purchasing Card (P-Card) Audit from Council Auditor's Office

The Duval DOGE Special Committee unanimously approved directing OGC to prepare a redlined version of its draft telehealth report for formal adoption at the next meeting. The report concluded the City could save $2 million by dropping Telescope Health and using free services like RightSite, and found no fraud or conflict of interest. Discussion also included creating a permanent oversight committee, but no action was taken.

• Directed OGC to prepare redline of draft telehealth report for formal adoption (unanimous)
• Discussed but did not vote on creating permanent oversight committee

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee is reviewing several items including funding for historic building improvements and apprenticeship programs. The agenda also includes various appointments to city boards and discussions regarding the Mayor's transfer authority.

• $143,710 grant for Historic Stanton School improvements at 521 W Ashley St
• $675,000 for Jacksonville General Apprenticeship Association programs
• Ordinance to limit Mayor's transfer authority to $100,000 for certain projects
• Ordinance prohibiting city expenditure for abortions and related services
• Appointment of Randy Wyse to the JEA governing body

The committee approved a $143,710 grant for improvements to the Historic Stanton School building. Two mayoral appointments to city committees were confirmed, and membership boundaries for two CRA Advisory Boards were amended. Several other ordinances regarding the Mayor's transfer authority and ethics were deferred.

• Approved $143,710 grant to Historic Stanton, Inc. for school building improvements (6-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Kim Black to Eastside Grants Committee (7-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Martha Moore to Mobility System Working Group (7-0)
• Amended and approved geographic boundaries for Renew Arlington and KingSoutel Crossing CRA Advisory Boards (7-0)
• Deferred ordinance to limit Mayor’s transfer authority to $100,000
• Deferred settlement agreement with Live Oak Ancient City Living, LLC
• Deferred ordinance prohibiting certain expenditures to Mayor and Council members
• Deferred ordinance prohibiting city funds for abortions and related services

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee

The committee will discuss an ordinance to prohibit city expenditures for abortions and related services (2026-02273). Other items include a $675,000 grant for the Jacksonville General Apprenticeship Association with a recommended auditor amendment for clawback provisions, a $143,710 grant for Historic Stanton School rehabilitation, amendments to CRA advisory board member boundaries, and approval of the Isle of Palms Special District's $499,000 budget.

• Ordinance prohibiting city funds for abortions and related services (2026-02273)
• $675,000 grant for Jacksonville General Apprenticeship Association with auditor-recommended amendment for clawback (2026-02658)
• $143,710 grant for Historic Stanton School improvements at 521 W Ashley St (2026-02606)
• Amendments to Renew Arlington and KingSoutel Crossing CRA Advisory Board member boundary requirements (2026-02584)
• Approval of Isle of Palms Dependent Special District FY 26-27 budget with $499,000 total assessment (2026-02595)

The committee approved the FY 26-27 budget for the Isle of Palms Dependent Special District and a grant for the Historic Stanton school building. It also approved amendments to the membership boundaries for certain Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Boards. Three other ordinances were deferred.

• Approved FY 26-27 budget for Isle of Palms Dependent Special District (6-0)
• Approved $143,710 grant to Historic Stanton, Inc. for school building improvements (6-0)
• Approved amendments to expand geographic boundaries for Renew Arlington and KingSoutel Crossing CRA Advisory Board members (6-0)
• Deferred settlement agreement with Live Oak Ancient City Living, LLC
• Deferred retiree adjustment payments ordinance
• Deferred ordinance prohibiting city funds for abortions and related services

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several quasi-judicial rezonings and zoning exceptions, including a major PUD modification for the College Park development at 903 University Blvd N to allow commercial, residential, and office uses. Consent agenda items include $100,000 for City Hall elevator repairs and $30,000 for a vocational training program. The meeting also features presentations honoring community leaders and recognizing Autism Acceptance Month.

• Rezoning request for 18.27 acres at 903 University Blvd N (College Park PUD) to permit mixed commercial, residential, and office uses
• Appeal of a Historic Preservation Commission denial for a new structure at 2230 St Johns Ave in Riverside/Avondale
• Zoning exception to allow alcohol sales for Kappuccinos Breakfast & Sports Bar at 11247 Alta Dr
• Appropriation of $100,000 from City Hall St. James Judgments Recovered account for elevator repairs
• Appropriation of $30,000 for the North FL School of Special Education vocational training program

The City Council approved multiple rezoning and land-use requests, including a mix of commercial and residential uses at 903 University Blvd N. The Council also granted an appeal for a new structure at 2230 St Johns Ave and approved a zoning exception for alcohol sales at Kappuccinos Breakfast & Sports Bar.

• Granted appeal for new structure at 2230 St Johns Ave (9-8)
• Withdrawn rezoning at 0 Commonwealth Ave (17-0)
• Approved rezoning at 6926 Garden St from CRO to CN (17-0)
• Amended/Approved rezoning at 903 University Blvd N for mixed use (17-0)
• Approved road frontage waiver at 0 Wages Wy (17-0)
• Approved lot area reduction at 0 Wages Wy (17-0)
• Withdrawn road frontage waiver at 4526 Mundy Dr S (17-0)
• Approved alcohol sales exception for Kappuccinos Breakfast & Sports Bar (16-0)

Special Investigatory Committee on JEA

The Special Investigatory Committee on JEA is holding a meeting to receive updates on its expanded role, an employee survey, capacity fees, and a request for an attorney/client privilege waiver. The committee will also hear testimony from Diane Moser and discuss future meeting schedules.

• Update on capacity fees at JEA
• Update on JEA employee survey
• Update on S.I.C.'s request for attorney/client privilege waiver
• Testimony from Diane Moser

The Special Investigatory Committee expanded its charge to investigate the financial and regulatory aspects of a proposed combined-cycle natural gas plant and the impact of uncollected capacity fees on utility rates. The committee discussed a non-disclosure agreement with GE and requested that JEA attend a future meeting to explain the gas plant project. The committee also discussed a bill to approve a service agreement with a survey vendor for May 12th.

• Expanded charge to investigate gas plant and capacity fees (per Council President's April 23 memo)
• Requested JEA attend future meeting to explain combined-cycle gas plant selection
• Bill to approve survey vendor service agreement set for May 12 council agenda
• JEA Board denied SIC's request for attorney/client privilege waiver
• Requested Ms. Cavey attend upcoming meeting on May 26

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider an ordinance changing how unassigned fund balances are used for future economic development incentives, setting a minimum operating reserve of $392 million. Several other items are on the agenda, including appropriations for elevator repairs, street sweeping, and nonprofit grants, but many items are deferred to a later date.

• Amend budget stabilization reserve to commit reserves above $392 million to unfunded economic development incentives
• Appropriate $100,000 from settlement proceeds to repair St. James Building elevators
• Appropriate $30,000 for North Florida School of Special Education vocational program
• Appropriate $75,000 for street sweeping from private waste-hauler contributions
• Appropriate $25,000 to First Coast Crime Stoppers for drug and crime prevention programs

The Finance Committee approved two appropriations: $100,000 for City Hall elevator repairs and $30,000 for a vocational training program with the North Florida School of Special Education. It also approved amendments to the budget stabilization reserve rules and a grant agreement for the United Way 2-1-1 program.

• Approved $100,000 for City Hall elevator repairs (6-0)
• Approved $30,000 for North Florida School of Special Education vocational program (6-0)
• Approved rules amendment for budget stabilization reserve (6-0)
• Approved 1st amendment to United Way 2-1-1 grant agreement (6-0)
• Deferred Mayor's Transfer Authority ordinance (0-0)
• Deferred settlement agreement with Live Oak Ancient City Living (0-0)
• Deferred retiree adjustment payments ordinance (0-0)
• Deferred lobbying restrictions ordinance (0-0)

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee

The Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee will conduct a public hearing on renewing GFL Solid Waste Southeast LLC's certificate to operate its construction and demolition debris processing facility at 11011 Blasius Rd., with a modification to also operate as a transfer station and recycling facility. The committee is also deciding on a $75,000 appropriation from the Solid Waste Disposal Fund for additional street sweeping, a $77,440 grant for removing four derelict vessels from public waterways, and a resolution supporting protected bicycle lanes downtown on portions of Beaver St, Monroe St, Hogan St, and Liberty St. Other items include a street renaming from Fingerlake Street to Fairfield Way and several agreements with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

• Public hearing on renewal of GFL Solid Waste Southeast LLC's certificate of public convenience and necessity for a C&D debris and yard trash transfer station/recycling facility at 11011 Blasius Rd.
• Appropriation of $75,000 from the Solid Waste Disposal Fund for street sweeping and debris removal, the first of three annual contributions totaling $225,000.
• Appropriation of $77,440 in grant funds from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to remove four derelict vessels in Duval County waterways.
• Resolution expressing Council support for protected bicycle lanes downtown on Beaver St, Monroe St, Hogan St, and Liberty St.
• Ordinance renaming Fingerlake Street to Fairfield Way in Council District 12.

The committee approved a certificate of public convenience and necessity renewal for GFL Solid Waste Southeast LLC to operate a construction and demolition debris processing facility and transfer station at 11011 Blasius Rd (5-0). Also approved a $75,000 street sweeping beautification fund (4-0), a $77,440 grant for derelict vessel removal (5-0), a resolution supporting protected bicycle lanes downtown (4-0), and several property-related items. A street renaming ordinance was read and rereferred. Presentations on ADA compliance and flood resilience were heard but no action taken.

• Approved $75,000 street sweeping beautification fund from solid waste contributions (4-0)
• Approved GFL Solid Waste permit renewal with modification to operate as C&D debris and yard trash transfer station (5-0)
• Approved declaration of restrictive covenant for Bishop Gate Lane right-of-way (5-0)
• Approved $77,440 grant from Florida Fish & Wildlife for derelict vessel removal (5-0)
• Approved plat vacation and road abandonment in Jacksonville Heights subdivision with amendment (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting protected bicycle lanes downtown on Beaver, Monroe, Hogan, and Liberty Streets (4-0)
• Read second and rereferred ordinance to rename Fingerlake Street to Fairfield Way (no vote taken)

Land Use & Zoning Committee

This meeting agenda for the Jacksonville Land Use & Zoning Committee on April 21, 2026, contains only procedural rules and administrative information. No ordinances, rezonings, contracts, or other substantive items are listed for discussion or decision.

The meeting convened at 4:30 p.m. and adjourned at 4:35 p.m. No votes were taken and no substantive actions were decided during the session.

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The Land Use & Zoning Committee will hold public hearings and consider votes on several rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment proposals. Most involve small-scale land-use changes, including a disputed 9.70-acre rezoning at Morse Avenue for a planned unit development with 89 homes, which has conflicting recommendations from the Planning Department and Planning Commission.

• 2026-00074: Rezoning 9.70 acres at 5735, 5807 Morse Ave and 6750 Seaboard Ave from RR-Acre to PUD for 89 single-family units (conflicting recommendations: PD deny, PC approve)
• 2026-00063: Companion FLUM amendment for same property from LDR to MDR (PD deny, PC approve)
• 2026-01236: Rezoning 5.7 acres at 0 Old Kings Rd from AGR to PUD for a manufactured home subdivision (no PD/PC report yet)
• 2026-016613: FLUM amendment at 0 Edgewood Ave and 0 Moncrief Ave (5.84 acres) from RPI to CGC and MDR to RPI, with street name correction amendment
• 2026-016714: Rezoning companion for same Edgewood/Moncrief property from CN to CCG-1 and RLD-60 to CN

The Land Use & Zoning Committee approved a rezoning at 6926 Garden St from CRO to CN and amended the 2045 Comprehensive Plan for three properties on Morse Avenue. The committee also voted to withdraw a rezoning request at 0 Commonwealth Ave.

• Rezoning at 6926 Garden St approved 7-0
• 2045 Comp Plan amendment at Morse Ave approved 4-3
• 2045 Comp Plan amendment at Morse Ave PUD approved 4-3
• Rezoning at 0 Commonwealth Ave withdrawn 6-0
• 2045 Comp Plan amendment at Old Kings Rd continued to May 5
• 2045 Comp Plan amendment at Rampart Rd continued to May 19
• Rezoning at Rampart Rd continued to May 19
• Rezoning at Pitts Rd continued to May 5

Duval DOGE Special Committee

The Duval DOGE Special Committee is meeting to receive updates on Telehealth, the 2% Lapse from the Council Auditor's Office, and a report from The Bailey Group. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists entirely of informational items and public comment.

• Update on Telehealth – presented by Council Member Diamond
• Update on the 2% Lapse – presented by Council Auditor's Office
• Update from The Bailey Group

The Duval DOGE Special Committee set a June end date and discussed reviewing health insurance costs for three non-employee entities. The committee also discussed creating a new Oversight Committee to review staffing and funding for inspector general offices.

• Special Committee to conclude by end of June
• OGC to review ERISA compliance for three entities
• Bailey Group to present funding recommendations in June
• Discussion of new Oversight Committee proposed

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee is reviewing several legislative items, including proposed changes to the Mayor's transfer authority and updates to the Downtown Entertainment District. Several items, including JEA appointments and a new abortion expenditure prohibition, have been deferred.

• Proposed limit on Mayor’s transfer authority to $100,000 for specific projects
• Appropriation of $30,000 for North FL School of Special Education, Inc. vocational training
• Proposal to include Brooklyn within the Downtown Entertainment District boundaries
• Amendment to change the process for funding future financial obligations from General Fund reserves
• Repeal of the Sign Enforcement Fund and related code updates

The committee approved a $30,000 grant for the North Florida School of Special Education's vocational program. It also approved amendments to the budget stabilization reserve process and the appointment of Cody Mashni to the Five Points Dependent Special District Board.

• Approved $30,000 grant to North FL School of Special Education, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Cody Mashni to Five Points Dependent Special Dist Brd (7-0)
• Approved amendments to budget stabilization reserve process and operating reserve floor (7-0)
• Approved repeal of Sign Enforcement Fund (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Shannon Nazworth to JHFA (5-2)
• Deferred Mayor's transfer authority limit ordinance
• Deferred settlement agreement with Live Oak Ancient City Living, LLC
• Deferred ethics code amendment regarding expenditures to Mayor and Council

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee

The Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee will consider several funding ordinances, including $1.6 million in Downtown Preservation and Revitalization Program loans for a historic building at 38-44 W. Monroe St. Other items include $100,000 for City Hall elevator repairs, $75,000 for street sweeping, and a renewal of a solid waste facility permit at 11011 Blasius Rd. Two items are deferred: a settlement with Live Oak Ancient City Living and a retiree adjustment payment ordinance.

• $1,620,655 in Downtown Preservation and Revitalization Program loans for renovation of the historic building at 38-44 W. Monroe St into commercial and residential space.
• $100,000 appropriation from an Otis Elevator settlement for repairs to the St. James Building (City Hall) elevators.
• $75,000 from solid waste contributions for additional street sweeping citywide.
• Renewal and modification of GFL Solid Waste Southeast LLC's certificate to operate a construction and demolition debris and yard trash transfer station at 11011 Blasius Rd.
• $30,000 direct contract with North Florida School of Special Education for a vocational training program, waiving competitive bidding.

The committee approved several appropriations, including $100,000 for City Hall elevator repairs and $75,000 for street sweeping. It also authorized a grant for the North Florida School of Special Education and renewed a waste facility certificate. Two ordinances regarding municipal fines and retiree payments were deferred.

• Approved $100,000 for St. James Bldg (City Hall) elevator repairs (7-0)
• Approved $30,000 grant for North FL School of Special Education vocational training (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment for United Way 2-1-1 Program (7-0)
• Approved $75,000 for additional street sweeping and beautification (7-0)
• Approved renewal of GFL Solid Waste Southeast LLC certificate for debris processing (7-0)
• Approved $25,000 donation from Special Law Enforcement Trust Fund to First Coast Crime Stoppers, Inc. (7-0)
• Deferred ordinance regarding settlement of fines with Live Oak Ancient City Living, LLC
• Deferred ordinance concerning retiree adjustment payments

2025 Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board will review various property tax matters, including deferral requests from the Property Appraiser's Office. The board is scheduled to consider Special Magistrate recommended decisions and mandatory denials for non-finalized petitions due to delinquent taxes.

• 38 deferral requests from Ownwell
• Review of previously deferred recommendations including cases for My Exemption Check and Steven Vockell
• Mandatory denial of non-finalized petitions for delinquent taxes per FL Statute 194.014
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 12D-0, FL Administrative Code Update

Jacksonville Waterways Commission

The Jacksonville Waterways Commission will hear updates on water quality and manatees, a contract extension for the manatee protection program, and the Emerald Trail project. New business includes an ordinance to accept $77,440 in state grant funds for removing four derelict vessels. Old business covers the Shad Creek resolution and George Crady Bridge.

• Ordinance 2026-0226: Appropriating $77,440 in grant funding from FL Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission to remove 4 derelict vessels in Duval County
• Presentation on contract extension for Jacksonville University's Manatee Protection Program (MPP)
• Groundwork Jacksonville presentation on Emerald Trail Project/McCoys Creek
• Legislative update for Jacksonville Waterways from St. Johns Riverkeeper
• Shad Creek Resolution and George Crady Bridge updates as old business

The Jacksonville Waterways Commission approved minutes from previous meetings and received status reports on St. Johns River water quality and manatees. The Commission also heard a presentation on the Emerald Trail and McCoy's Creek restoration project and received a legislative update from the St. Johns Riverkeeper.

• Approved February 11, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 11, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Contract extension with Jacksonville University for Manatee Protection Program returned as action item for future vote
• Contract extension with Jacksonville University for Manatee Protection Program not voted on (informational only)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several quasi-judicial ordinances regarding land use and rezoning. These items include residential subdivisions, commercial establishments, and various zoning exceptions across different districts.

• Rezoning for Azalea Grove PUD to permit up to 130 cottage home units
• Rezoning at 0 Mccargo St N for Ryrad Home Builders, Inc.
• Rezoning at 12226 Beach Blvd for Sans Pareil Property, LLC to permit retail alcohol sales
• Rezoning at 880 & 950 US 301 Hwy S to permit a convenience store with fuel stalls
• Zoning exception for the Grove at 1349 Market St N to permit beer or wine sales

The City Council approved eight zoning and rezoning ordinances, including a major Planned Unit Development (PUD) rezoning for the Azalea Grove subdivision on Hemlock and Newcomb roads, allowing up to 130 cottage home units (18-1). Also approved was a zoning exception for beer and wine sales at The Grove on North Market Street (16-3), and rezonings at several other properties for residential and commercial uses. The minutes from March 24 were approved unanimously.

• Approved Azalea Grove PUD rezoning for 130 cottage-home units (18-1)
• Approved residential rezoning at N McCargo St to RLD-60 (19-0)
• Approved Sans Pareil Property PUD for alcohol sales at Beach Blvd (19-0)
• Approved Highway 301 PUD for convenience store with fueling (19-0)
• Approved residential rezoning at Sherrington St to RMD-A (19-0)
• Granted administrative deviation for side yard setback at Sherrington St (19-0)
• Approved zoning exception for beer/wine sales at The Grove (16-3)
• Approved zoning exception for all-alcohol sales at Arak Liquors on Beach Blvd (19-0)

Special Investigatory Committee on JEA

The Special Investigatory Committee on JEA will receive updates regarding the JEA Capacity Fee Review and a request for information from JEA Human Resources. The meeting also includes testimony from former JEA Board Chair Joseph DiSalvo.

• Update from Council Auditors on JEA Capacity Fee Review
• Update on Request for Information from JEA Human Resources
• Testimony from former JEA Board Chair Joseph DiSalvo

The Special Investigatory Committee on JEA heard testimony from former board chair Joseph DiSalvo and received updates from council auditors and legislative counsel. No formal decisions were made; the session was procedural, consisting of testimony and discussions about potential expansion of the investigation to include the combined cycle plant and Ballard contract.

Joint City Council & Duval County School Board

The joint meeting includes several scheduled presentations regarding school programs and infrastructure. The agenda also features an update from Superintendent Dr. Christopher Bernier.

• Career Technical Education (CTE) presentation
• Be Safe, Be Seen presentation
• Capital Improvement Projects (C.I.P.) presentation
• Superintendent Update by Dr. Christopher Bernier

The Joint City Council and Duval County School Board held a series of presentations regarding career technical education, pedestrian safety, and capital improvement projects. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during the meeting.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider several appropriations, including a $29.3 million budget amendment for the Jacksonville Transportation Authority to cover increased operating expenses, a $4.5 million transfer from the Tree Protection Trust Fund for tree planting, and $314,900 for infant safety devices at fire stations. Several items are deferred or withdrawn. The committee will also hear a Tree Commission presentation and auditor reports.

• JTA FY 24-25 budget amendment appropriating $29.3M in additional revenue for Bus and Connexion operations
• Baymeadows Community Improvement District FY 26-27 budget approval with $1,184,990 in assessments
• $4,500,000 from Tree Protection Trust Fund for tree planting administered by Public Works
• $314,900 for purchase and installation of infant safety devices (baby boxes) at 14 fire stations
• Fire Station 18 scope change eliminating property acquisition and adding art mural, landscaping, exterior lighting

The Finance Committee approved the JTA FY 24-25 budget amendment, the Baymeadows Community Improvement District budget, and an amendment to the Fire Station 18 project. The committee also approved funding for fire specialty teams and a marine artificial reef, and amended a baby box program appropriation.

• Approved JTA FY 24-25 budget amendment (6-1)
• Approved Baymeadows CIP district budget (6-1)
• Amended Fire Station 18 project scope (7-0)
• Approved $4.5M for Level 2 Tree Planting Program (7-0)
• Approved $359K for JFRD Fire Specialty Teams (7-0)
• Withdrew $500 lawn and kitchen supplies grant (7-0)
• Approved $120K for marine artificial reef (7-0)
• Amended baby box program funding source to debt savings (7-0)

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee

The Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee will discuss and potentially vote on several items including a $29.3 million amendment to the JTA FY 24-25 budget to offset increased operating expenses, an ordinance to rename Confederate Street to 'Rose Arbor Way' in District 7, and a resolution supporting protected bike lanes downtown on Beaver, Monroe, Hogan, and Liberty Streets. Other items include a permanent closure of the 8th St E railroad crossing and opening of Otis Rd crossing for the Cecil Commerce Mega Site, and a $75,000 appropriation from the Solid Waste Disposal Fund for roadway beautification.

• JTA budget amendment appropriating $29.3M in additional revenues for bus and Connexion operations
• Renaming Confederate Street between Hubbard and Liberty streets to 'Rose Arbor Way'
• Permanent closure of 8th St E railroad crossing and opening of Otis Rd crossing for Cecil Commerce Mega Site
• $75,000 from Solid Waste Disposal Fund for street sweeping and debris removal in beautification initiatives
• Resolution supporting protected bike lanes on Beaver, Monroe, Hogan, and Liberty streets downtown

The committee approved an ordinance to establish an honorary street designation for Cedric Burrell, amended the JTA FY 2024-25 budget by $29.3 million, and authorized the mayor to execute a stipulation for the permanent closure of an 8th St E railroad-highway grade crossing. A proposal to rename a portion of Confederate Street to 'Rose Arbor Way' was tabled.

• Honorary street designation for Cedric Burrell approved 6-0
• JTA FY 2024-25 budget amendment approved 6-0
• Stipulation for 8th St E railroad-highway grade crossing closure approved 6-0
• Proposal to rename Confederate Street to 'Rose Arbor Way' tabled 3-3

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The Land Use & Zoning Committee will hold public hearings and vote on recommendations for multiple rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment requests. Proposals include a 130-unit cottage home subdivision on Hemlock Street, an 89-unit single-family development on Morse Avenue, and several commercial rezonings. The committee's recommendations will be forwarded to the full City Council.

• Proposed Azalea Grove PUD at Hemlock St & Newcomb Rd: rezone 14.17 acres for 130 cottage home units (2026-00155)
• Morse Avenue PUD at 5735, 5807 Morse Ave & 6750 Seaboard Ave: rezone 9.70 acres for up to 89 single-family units (2026-00074)
• Old Kings Rd PUD at 0 Old Kings Rd: rezone 5.7 acres for single-family manufactured homes (2026-012310)
• Rampart Rd PUD at 0 Rampart Rd: rezone 25.55 acres from MDR to BP for industrial business park (2026-012512)
• Beach Blvd PUD at 0 & 12226 Beach Blvd: rezone 1.32 acres to allow retail alcohol sales (2026-013017)

The committee approved several rezoning requests and small-scale comprehensive plan amendments. Decisions included approvals for industrial business parks, residential subdivisions, and a retail alcoholic beverage facility.

• Approved rezoning for Azalea Grove PUD cottage home units (4-1)
• Approved small-scale amendment at 9702 Historic Kings Rd (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 9702 Historic Kings Rd S to IBP (5-0)
• Approved rezoning at 0 Mccargo St N to RLD-60 (6-0)
• Approved small-scale amendment at Southside Blvd (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at Southside Blvd to IBP (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for Sans Pareil Property PUD alcoholic beverage retail (5-0)

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The Land Use & Zoning Committee will hold public hearings and vote on several rezoning requests, including a 14.17-acre PUD for up to 130 cottage home units at 0 Hemlock St (Azalea Grove) and a 9.7-acre PUD for 89 single-family units at 5735 Morse Ave, both with conflicting recommendations from staff and the Planning Commission. Other items include a rezoning of 1.04 acres at 6926 Garden St from CRO to CN and a 1.82-acre rezoning at 0 McCargo St to RLD-60. Several items have been continued to April 21, including a 25.55-acre FLUM amendment at 0 Rampart Rd.

• PUD for 130 cottage homes at 0 Hemlock St, 3640 Hemlock St, 3653 Newcomb Rd & 3707 Newcomb Rd (Azalea Grove), 14.17 acres, ex-parte, with conditions
• PUD for 89 single-family units at 5735 Morse Ave, 5807 Morse Ave & 6750 Seaboard Ave, 9.7 acres, conflicting recommendations
• Rezoning at 6926 Garden St from CRO to CN, 1.04 acres, PD & PC approval
• Rezoning at 0 McCargo St N from RR-Acre to RLD-60, 1.82 acres, PD & PC approval
• FLUM amendment at 9702 Historic Kings Rd from LDR to BP, 1.98 acres, conflicting recommendations

The Land Use & Zoning Committee approved four items, including a residential subdivision at Hemlock Street and Newcomb Road and a rezoning at McCargo Street North. Several other rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment requests were continued to April 21, 2026.

• Approved rezoning at Hemlock St and Newcomb Rd for a 130-unit cottage home subdivision (4-1)
• Approved small-scale amendment to 2045 Comp Plan at 9702 Historic Kings Rd (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 9702 Historic Kings Rd S to IBP (5-0)
• Approved rezoning at 0 Mccargo St N to RLD-60 (6-0)
• Continued public hearing for rezoning at 0 Commonwealth Ave to 4/21/26
• Continued public hearing for rezoning at 6926 Garden St to 4/21/26
• Continued public hearing for Morse Ave comprehensive plan amendment to 4/21/26
• Continued public hearing for 0 Rampart Rd comprehensive plan amendment to 4/21/26

Duval DOGE Special Committee

This special committee meeting is informational, featuring updates on telehealth services, a 2% budget lapse reported by the Council Auditor’s Office, and a presentation from the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA). No decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda consists of reports and discussion.

• Update on Telehealth – presented by Council Member Diamond
• Update on the 2% Lapse – from the Council Auditor’s Office
• JTA Update – Jacksonville Transportation Authority report
• Public comment period

The Duval DOGE Special Committee set a goal to conclude its work by June to allow the next Council President flexibility. The committee discussed JTA's budget shortfall and telehealth initiatives but did not take formal votes.

• Set goal to finish committee work by June
• Discussed JTA budget shortfall and service cuts
• Discussed telehealth report draft
• No substantive decisions made

Rules Committee

The Jacksonville City Council Rules Committee will meet on April 6, 2026, to consider amendments to two street-naming ordinances: an honorary designation for Cedric Burrell on 16th Street East and the renaming of Confederate Street to Rose Arbor Way. The committee will also vote on several appointments and reappointments to city boards and commissions, including JEA and the Homelessness Initiatives Commission. Multiple items on the agenda are deferred at the request of council members, including a proposed limit on the mayor's transfer authority and a $30,000 grant to a special education school.

• Renaming Confederate Street between Hubbard Street and Liberty Street to 'Rose Arbor Way' (ordinance amendment)
• Honorary street designation for Cedric Burrell on 16th Street East, waiving usual five-year and residency requirements
• Appointment of Randy Wyse to the governing body of JEA (deferred)
• Reappointment of Kate Moorehead Carroll to the Homelessness Initiatives Commission (term corrected)
• Appointment of Matthew D. Jones to the Jacksonville Waterways Commission

The Rules Committee approved an ordinance to establish an honorary street designation for Cedric Burrell and approved two appointments to city boards. The committee also voted to rename a portion of Confederate Street to 'Rose Arbor Way' and deferred a resolution to confirm a JEA board member.

• Approved honorary street designation for Cedric Burrell (7-0)
• Approved renaming portion of Confederate St to 'Rose Arbor Way' (4-3)
• Approved appointment to Jacksonville Waterways Commission (7-0)
• Approved appointment to Council on Elder Affairs (7-0)
• Deferred appointment to JEA Governing Body
• Deferred funding for North FL School of Special Education
• Deferred ordinance on Mayor's Transfer Authority
• Deferred ordinance on lobbying restrictions

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee

The Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee will consider a $4.5 million appropriation for tree plantings on public property, along with street name changes, fire department funding, and community improvement district budgets. Several items are being deferred or have amendments. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Northeast Florida Regional Council.

• $4.5 million from Tree Protection Trust Fund for Level 2 Tree Planting Program on public property
• Renaming Confederate Street between Hubbard and Liberty streets to 'Rose Arbor Way' (2026-01404)
• $314,900 for purchase and installation of infant safety devices (baby boxes) at 14 fire stations (2026-018612)
• Baymeadows Community Improvement District budget approval with $1,184,990 assessment (2026-01795)
• $120,000 state grant for construction of a marine artificial reef complex in Harm's Ledge area (2026-018410)

The committee approved an ordinance to designate 16th Street E between Main and Hubbard as an honorary street for the late Cedric Burrell, waiving standard residency and recency requirements. Two other ordinances—a settlement of code-enforcement fines and a retiree adjustment payment—were deferred. The committee also received a presentation from the Northeast Florida Regional Council on hazardous-materials training, healthcare coalition support, and equipment grants for Jacksonville.

• Approved honorary street designation for Cedric Burrell on 16th St E with amendment (7-0)
• Deferred settlement of fines with Live Oak Ancient City Living, LLC (Item 1)
• Deferred retiree adjustment payments ordinance (Item 2)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will hold a discussion on the Council Auditor position, including public participation. The meeting also covers other personnel matters and allows public comment. No votes or decisions are scheduled on the agenda.

• Discussion on the Council Auditor position with public participation

The Personnel Committee unanimously approved nominating Phillip Peterson to succeed retiring Council Auditor Kim Taylor. The appointment includes a prospective effective date of May 28, 2026.

• Approved nomination of Phillip Peterson as Council Auditor (5-0)
• Set prospective effective date for Peterson's appointment (May 28, 2026)

Council Executive Committee

The Council Executive Committee will discuss the Council Auditor position, including public participation. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily a discussion item.

• Discussion on the Council Auditor position

The Executive Committee unanimously approved setting the new Council Auditor's salary at $252,570.24, the same as the retiring auditor. Phillip Peterson, nominated by the Personnel Committee, will assume the role effective May 28. The meeting lasted five minutes and included one public comment supporting the auditors.

• Approved setting new Council Auditor salary at $252,570.24, effective May 28 (3-0)

Special Committee on Youth Empowerment

The Special Committee on Youth Empowerment is meeting for a discussion-focused session. The agenda includes a panel discussion, committee discussion, public comment, and closing remarks. No specific ordinances, contracts, or votes are scheduled.

• Panel discussion on youth empowerment topics
• Committee discussion and public comment period

The Special Committee on Youth Empowerment discussed how to allocate $5 million for youth programs and infrastructure. The committee outlined a timeline where the Request for Proposals (RFP) will be released in April, applications will be scored, and grants awarded in June. No final decisions were made; the committee will wait for the official RFP to detail specific rules.

• Discussed $5M youth empowerment grant allocation timeline
• Agreed to release RFP in April via KHA
• Planned grant awards for June
• Discussed programmatic vs. infrastructure funding tracks
• Mentioned potential for dual-track applications
• Noted two-year nonprofit requirement for City facility use
• Discussed public-use requirements for funded projects
• Mentioned potential for City-owned facility partnerships

City Council

The City Council will vote on consent agenda items, including authorizing the Downtown Investment Authority to demolish the former Museum of Science & History building at 1025 Museum Circle. Quasi-judicial public hearings include a rezoning at 10028 Heckscher Drive for a commercial storage facility, a road frontage waiver at Utsey Road, and a sign setback waiver at Ricker Road. Several appointments and resolutions are also on the consent agenda.

• Authorization to demolish former Museum of Science & History building at 1025 Museum Circle within the Downtown Southbank CRA
• Rezoning 1.28 acres at 10028 Heckscher Drive from CCG-2 to PUD for commercial storage facility
• Waiver of minimum road frontage from 160 ft to 0 ft at 0 Utsey Road in RR-Acre
• Waiver of minimum sign setback from 10 ft to 4 ft at 6780 Ricker Road in CN
• Designation of First Coast Crime Stoppers as Duval County's agent for Crime Stoppers Trust Fund (2026-015510)

The City Council approved 18 items, including three zoning changes and nine consent agenda items. One resolution was withdrawn.

• Approved rezoning at 10028 Heckscher Dr (18-0)
• Approved road frontage waiver at 0 Utsey Rd (18-0)
• Approved sign waiver at 6780 Ricker Rd (18-0)
• Approved reappointment of Taneeisha Hammett to Sex Trafficking Survivors Council (17-0)
• Approved reappointment of Dr. Darren Brownlee to Cultural Services Grant Committee (17-0)
• Approved closing abandoned right-of-way for JEA (17-0)
• Authorized DIA to demolish Museum of Science & History building (17-0)
• Withdrew resolution urging FL Legislature to pass HB 981 (17-0)

Special Committee on the Future of Downtown

This special committee meeting on the future of downtown Jacksonville will feature a presentation by Laura Edgecombe on Focus Area 1 and an update from Colin Tarbert of the Downtown Investment Authority (DIA). No votes or specific actions are listed; the agenda consists of discussion and Q&A only.

• Laura Edgecombe presenting on Focus Area 1 of downtown plan
• Colin Tarbert providing DIA update on downtown investment activities
• Q&A session following presentations

The Special Committee on the Future of Downtown received presentations on stakeholder surveys and DIA activities, including updates on consultant selection, residential growth incentives, and riverfront projects. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational and discussion-focused.

Special Investigatory Committee on JEA

The Special Investigatory Committee on JEA will receive updates on a JEA survey and capacity fees, and hear testimony from Kurt Wilson. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is focused on fact-gathering and discussion.

• Update on JEA survey
• Update on capacity fees at JEA
• Testimony from Kurt Wilson
• Discussion of other items related to the JEA investigation

The Special Investigatory Committee on JEA voted 3-0 to approve additional data requests to JEA, including demographic and personnel records. The committee also heard sworn testimony from former JEA Chief of Staff Kurt Wilson about workplace culture and capacity fee collection issues. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and testimony.

• Approved additional data requests to JEA (3-0), including employee demographics, terminations, promotions, and internal program data

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is considering several ordinances including a $3.1 million appropriation to acquire five parcels for the New Berlin Road improvement project. Other items include setting categories for FY 26-27 public service grants, amending council rules on member attendance, and approving a settlement of municipal code fines. The committee will also hear a presentation on the Durkeeville Study and discuss reports on the Equestrian Center audit and code compliance revenue audit.

• $3.1 million appropriation to acquire five parcels (12630 Yellow Bluff Rd, 0 New Berlin Rd, 3696 and 3694 New Berlin Rd) for the New Berlin Road improvement project
• Ordinance to establish FY 26-27 categories and funding percentages for Public Service Grants (Acute 30%, Prevention/Diversion 35%, Self-Sufficiency 35%)
• Ordinance to amend council rules on attendance, quorum, and excused absences for committees and full council (effective July 1, 2026)
• Ordinance to authorize a retired employee adjustment payment to retirees and beneficiaries of three city pension funds, funded by pension liability surtax
• Ordinance to limit the Mayor's transfer authority to $100,000 among capital improvement projects and between line items

The Finance Committee approved an ordinance to appropriate $3.1 million for the City to acquire five parcels of land along New Berlin Road. The committee also approved amendments to Council Rules regarding committee attendance and quorum requirements.

• Approved $3.1M land acquisition for New Berlin Road (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Council Rules 2.202, 2.210, and 4.106 (5-0)
• Deferred Mayor's Transfer Authority ordinance
• Deferred settlement agreement with Live Oak Ancient City Living
• Deferred retiree adjustment payments ordinance
• Deferred ethics code lobbying ordinance

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee

The Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee will deliberate on ordinances including a $3.1 million appropriation to acquire five parcels for the New Berlin Road improvement project, a proposal to rename Confederate Street to Rose Arbor Way, and amendments to Council Rules on committee attendance and quorum. Public hearings will be opened on honorary street designations and a right-of-way closure for a JEA solar facility. A presentation on the FY 24/25 Recycling Report is also scheduled.

• $3.1M appropriation to acquire 5 parcels (12630 Yellow Bluff Rd, 0 & 0 New Berlin Rd, 3696 & 3694 New Berlin Rd) for New Berlin Road project
• Ordinance to rename Confederate Street between Hubbard St and Liberty St to 'Rose Arbor Way' in District 7
• Rule amendments clarifying attendance excusal procedures and reducing committee quorum to 5 members (effective July 1, 2026)
• Public hearing to close and abandon unopened portions of three unnamed rights-of-way in District 12 for JEA solar facility construction
• Public hearing on honorary street designation for Cedric Burrell, waiving five-year deceased and residency requirements

The committee approved an amended ordinance appropriating $3.1 million from the New Berlin Road construction account to acquire five parcels of land required for the road improvement project in Districts 2 and 8. The vote was 5-0. A public hearing on an honorary street designation for Cedric Burrell was continued with no vote. The committee also received a presentation on the annual recycling report but took no action on it.

• Approved $3.1M land acquisition for New Berlin Road project (5-0)
• Continued public hearing on honorary street designation for Cedric Burrell (no vote)

Land Use & Zoning Committee

This meeting agenda contains only procedural information: committee member attendance, meeting rules, and ADA accommodations. No ordinances, rezonings, public hearings, or other business items are listed for discussion or decision.

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The Land Use & Zoning Committee voted 7-0 to approve a rezoning of 42.58 acres at 0 Zoo Parkway from water-dependent/industrial to light industrial for Eagle LNG Partners Jacksonville, LLC. The committee also approved a rezoning for a commercial storage facility at 10028 Heckscher Drive and a FLUM change and rezoning for Millennial Christian Schools at 5975 Park Street. Several other items, including the 130-unit Azalea Grove PUD and a 25.55-acre Rampart Road rezoning, were continued to future meetings.

• Approved rezoning 0 Zoo Pkwy (42.58 acres) from WD-WR to LI for Eagle LNG Partners Jacksonville, LLC
• Approved rezoning 10028 Heckscher Dr (1.28 acres) to PUD for commercial storage facility
• Approved FLUM change and rezoning at 5975 Park St (0.64 acres) from PBF to LDR/RLD-60 for Millennial Christian Schools, Inc.
• Continued public hearing for Azalea Grove PUD at 0 Hemlock St (14.17 acres, up to 130 cottage homes) to April 7
• Continued public hearing for rezoning 0 Old Kings Rd (5.7 acres) to PUD for manufactured homes

The Land Use & Zoning Committee approved three rezoning proposals and two amendments to the 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The committee deferred two other rezoning requests and one plan amendment.

• Approved 10028 Heckscher Dr PUD with condition (7-0)
• Approved 0 Zoo Pkwy FLUM amendment (7-0)
• Approved 0 Zoo Pkwy rezoning (7-0)
• Approved 5975 Park St FLUM amendment (6-0)
• Approved 5975 Park St rezoning (6-0)
• Deferred 0 Old Kings Rd FLUM amendment
• Deferred 0 Old Kings Rd rezoning
• Deferred 0 Mccargo St rezoning (PH only)

Duval DOGE Special Committee

The committee reviewed a report on the City's group health plan, including medical repricing data comparing Florida Blue to other carriers. The Bailey Group presented potential savings through pharmacy cost management and rebate structures. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during this meeting.

• Discussed telehealth investigation update
• Reviewed $3.5 million remaining in the 2% lapse
• Received report on City group health plan medical repricing
• Scheduled Bailey Group return for April 21

Special Investigatory Committee on JEA

The special investigatory committee on JEA is meeting to review its charge and receive updates on a JEA survey and capacity fees. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of informational items and discussion of next steps.

• Review of committee charge
• Update on JEA survey
• Update on capacity fees at JEA

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee voted to amend council rules to tighten attendance requirements and reduce quorum for standing committees. It approved an ordinance requiring prior council approval for expenditures over $100,000 from the Homelessness Initiatives Special Revenue Fund. The committee also set FY 26-27 Public Service Grant categories with revised percentage allocations and confirmed several appointments.

• Amended Council Rules 2.202, 2.210, and 4.106 to tighten attendance and quorum requirements, effective July 1, 2026
• Approved ordinance requiring Council approval for Homelessness Initiatives Fund expenditures over $100,000
• Established FY 26-27 Public Service Grant categories: Acute 30%, Prevention/Diversion 35%, Self-Sufficiency/Stability 35%, Micro Grant 0%
• Confirmed reappointment of Taneeisha Hammett to Sex Trafficking Survivors Leadership Council (73% attendance)
• Withdrew resolution urging Florida Legislature to pass river restoration act (Ocklawaha River)

The Rules Committee amended and approved changes to Council Rules requiring written excuses, limiting excused absences, and setting quorum at five for standing committees. The committee also withdrew two items: the reappointment of Tatiana Yoguez to the Sex Trafficking Survivors Leadership Council and a resolution urging state legislation for the Ocklawaha River. Two appointments were approved: Taneeisha Hammett to the Sex Trafficking Survivors Leadership Council and Dr. Darren Brownlee to the Cultural Service Grant Program Committee. Four ordinances were deferred, including one limiting the mayor's transfer authority and an honorary street designation.

• Deferred four ordinances (items 1-4)
• Withdrew reappointment of Tatiana Yoguez to Sex Trafficking Survivors Leadership Council (7-0)
• Withdrew resolution urging passage of Northeast Florida Rivers, Springs, & Community Investment Act (7-0)
• Approved reappointment of Taneeisha Hammett to Sex Trafficking Survivors Leadership Council (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Dr. Darren Brownlee to Cultural Service Grant Program Committee (6-0)
• Approved amendments to Council Rules on attendance, excused absences, and quorum (6-0)

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee

The Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee voted 7-0 to approve a $3.1 million land acquisition for the New Berlin Road improvement project, purchasing five parcels from three sellers. The committee also approved ordinances for retiree adjustment payments, council rule changes on attendance and quorum, and FY 26-27 public service grant categories. A resolution urging state legislation for Ocklawaha River restoration was withdrawn.

• Approved $3.1M acquisition of 5 parcels (12630 Yellow Bluff Rd, 0 New Berlin Rd (2 parcels), 3696 & 3694 New Berlin Rd) for New Berlin Road improvement project
• Approved ordinance authorizing retiree adjustment payments from pension liability surtax for correctional officers, general employees, and police & fire pension funds
• Approved amendment to council rules on attendance and quorum, effective July 1, 2026, limiting excused absences and setting quorum at 5 members for standing committees
• Approved FY 26-27 Public Service Grant categories: Acute 30%, Prevention and Diversion 35%, Self-Sufficiency and Stability 35%, Micro Grant Program 0%
• Withdrew resolution urging state passage of House Bill 981 and Senate Bill 1066 (Northeast Florida Rivers, Springs, and Community Investment Act) for Ocklawaha River restoration

The committee approved an ordinance to appropriate $3.1 million for acquiring five properties needed for the New Berlin Road improvement project. The committee also approved a rule change to establish a five-member quorum for standing committees and to require written requests for absences.

• Approved $3.1M land acquisition for New Berlin Road (7-0)
• Approved Council Rule amendments for committee attendance (6-1)
• Withdrawn resolution urging FL Legislature on rivers act (7-0)

Jacksonville Waterways Commission

The Jacksonville Waterways Commission will discuss and potentially approve a $120,000 grant from the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission for constructing a marine artificial reef complex in the Harm's Ledge Permitted Area. The agenda also includes a status report on St. Johns River water quality and manatees, a presentation from the St. Johns Riverkeeper, and a resolution supporting the 'Northeast Florida Rivers, Springs, & Community Investment Act'.

• 2026-0184: Ordinance appropriating $120,000 in FWC grant funds for a marine artificial reef complex in the Harm's Ledge area
• St. Johns River Status Report on Water Quality and Manatees by Dr. Gerard Pinto of Jacksonville University
• Presentation from the St. Johns Riverkeeper Lisa Rinaman
• 2026-74: Resolution titled 'Northeast Florida Rivers, Springs, & Community Investment Act' (sponsored by CM Peluso)

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council will vote on multiple appropriations and ordinances, including $693,035.89 for the Downtown Economic Development Fund Shipyards/Iguana Completion Grant for a luxury hotel and office building on the Northbank Riverwalk. Other items include approval of a $2.2 million federal grant for the McCoys Creek Branches project, a settlement with Otis Elevator Company, and quasi-judicial land-use decisions on Starratt Road and Dillon Street. The meeting also features a Duval County Jail update presentation.

• Appropriation of $693,035.89 from General Fund to Shipyards/Iguana Completion Grant for luxury hotel and office on Northbank Riverwalk
• Appropriation of $2,249,117 in federal funds for the McCoys Creek Branches project
• Settlement of claims against Otis Elevator Company in court case 16-2024-CA-000270
• Quasi-judicial appeal for personal property storage at 2675 Starratt Rd and 14734 Yellow Bluff Rd
• Waiver of road frontage and lot size requirements at 0 Dillon Street for MM Homes of Jax

Finance Committee

The committee will hear three presentations: the JSEB Monitoring Committee annual report, the Police and Fire Pension Fund actuarial report, and a grants compliance audit. They will then consider multiple appropriation ordinances, including $693,035 for the Shipyards/Iguana Completion Grant for a luxury hotel and office building on the Northbank Riverwalk, $2.25 million from federal grants for the McCoys Creek Branches project, $385,000 for Jarboe Park improvements in Neptune Beach, and a $4.55 million appropriation for Gateway N4 contingency and budget adjustments. Several items have been deferred.

• $693,035 appropriation from operating reserves to fund remaining balance of Shipyards/Iguana Completion Grant for downtown hotel and office
• $2,249,117 federal grant appropriation for McCoys Creek Branches project (no city match)
• $385,000 appropriation from 2% Extraordinary Lapse to City of Neptune Beach for Jarboe Park improvements including pump track and landscaping
• $4,550,172 appropriation for Gateway N4 contingency and to remove negative budget amounts in general fund non-departmental centers
• Settlement with Otis Elevator Company for $100,000 in case 16-2024-CA-000270

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee

The Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee will discuss multiple ordinances including a $3.1 million land acquisition for the New Berlin Road improvement project, a $2.25 million federal grant for the McCoys Creek Branches project, and a proposal to rename Confederate Street to 'Rose Arbor Way'. Public hearings are scheduled for several items. The committee will also consider amendments to council rules on attendance and quorum.

• $2.25M federal grant appropriation for McCoys Creek Branches project (no city match required)
• $3.1M acquisition of five parcels for New Berlin Road improvement project
• Renaming Confederate Street between Hubbard St and Liberty St to 'Rose Arbor Way'
• $37,682 FDEP grant for Clean Air Act compliance activities at permitted facilities
• Ordinance to amend council rules on committee attendance and quorum

Land Use & Zoning Committee

This meeting agenda lists only committee members, meeting rules, and procedural notes. No specific rezonings, ordinances, or other items are scheduled for discussion or decision. Items may be added at the chair's discretion.

Land Use & Zoning Committee

Duval DOGE Special Committee

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee will consider an ordinance appropriating $385,000 from general fund reserves to Neptune Beach for Jarboe Park improvements, including a pump track. The committee also has multiple appointment confirmations and amendments for the Five Points Dependent Special District Board and other boards. Several items are deferred, including proposals to limit the mayor's transfer authority and to restrict lobbying expenditures.

• Ordinance appropriating $385,000 to Neptune Beach for Jarboe Park improvements at 510 Florida Blvd
• Six appointments to the Five Points Dependent Special District Board, with amendments removing emergency passage and setting term end dates
• Confirmation of Edward Raisner to the Board of Library Trustees
• Deferral of ordinance to limit mayor's transfer authority to $100,000 among capital projects
• Deferral of proposed lobbying restrictions prohibiting certain expenditures to mayor and council members

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee

The Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee will discuss several appropriation ordinances, including a $4.55 million allocation for the Gateway Jax multi-parcel development and a $2.25 million federal grant for McCoys Creek Branches. Several other items, including a settlement for fines and a retiree adjustment payment, have been deferred and will not be considered at this meeting.

• Appropriation of $4,550,172 from multiple accounts for the Gateway Jax project (requires 2/3 vote)
• Appropriation of $2,249,117 in federal grant funds for the McCoys Creek Branches project
• Appropriation of $693,035.89 from contingency account for the Shipyards/Iguana completion grant for a luxury hotel and office building on the Northbank Riverwalk
• Appropriation of $385,000 from General Fund reserves to the City of Neptune Beach for Jarboe Park improvements including pump track construction and landscaping
• Settlement with Otis Elevator Company for $100,000 in a civil case (City claims against company)

City Council

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider several appropriations and bond issuances, including a $16.6 million multifamily housing revenue bond for low- to moderate-income units. Items include reallocating $2 million in SHIP funds to avoid returning money to the state, and a $693,000 grant for a Downtown luxury hotel. Several items are deferred, including a proposed limit on the mayor's transfer authority.

• $16.6M housing revenue bond for 106 affordable units at Tracy Rd, Justina Rd, and Ricker Rd
• $2M reallocation of SHIP funds from owner-occupied rehab to downpayment assistance and single-family development
• $693,036 from General Fund contingency for Downtown Shipyards/Iguana hotel completion grant
• $2.25M federal grant for McCoys Creek Branches project
• $640,000 emergency appropriation for McDuff Ave road improvements from FDOT

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee

The Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee will review several ordinances, including an emergency appropriation of $640,000 from FDOT for lane additions and reconstruction on McDuff Avenue near Riverside High School, and a $2.25 million appropriation for the McCoys Creek Branches project. They will also consider a water-well permitting agreement with the St. Johns River Water Management District, a $180,341 air-monitoring equipment replacement, and a resolution updating the city's priority transportation projects list.

• Emergency ordinance appropriating $640,000 from FDOT to add lanes and reconstruct 0.225 miles of McDuff Ave (from Olga Place to Roosevelt Blvd)
• Ordinance appropriating $2,249,117 in federal grants for the McCoys Creek Branches project
• Ordinance approving an amended water-well permitting delegation agreement with St. Johns River Water Management District
• Ordinance appropriating $180,341 from Air Pollution Tag Fee Fund to replace aging ambient air monitoring equipment
• Resolution updating Jacksonville's 2026 list of priority transportation projects for the North Florida TPO

Land Use & Zoning Committee

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and standard meeting rules. No substantive items, public hearings, or votes are listed for the February 18, 2026 meeting. The chair may add items at their discretion.

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The Land Use & Zoning Committee holds public hearings on multiple rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment requests. Items include a 508.42-acre rezoning for a subdivision of up to 1,000 single-family homes, a 9.7-acre change to allow 89 single-family units, and several other commercial and residential rezonings. The committee will also consider small-scale amendments to the 2045 Comprehensive Plan for several properties.

• Rezoning at 0 Parete Rd S & 0 Arnold Rd (508.42± acres) to allow up to 1,000 single-family dwelling units (Wright Parcel PUD; Dist. 8)
• Rezoning and FLUM amendment at 5735, 5807 Morse Ave & 6750 Seaboard Ave (9.7± acres) to permit 89 single-family units (Morse Avenue PUD; Dist. 14)
• Rezoning at 0 Port Jacksonville Pkwy (29.87± acres) for commercial and industrial uses (Northpoint Commercial & Industrial PUD; Dist. 2)
• Rezoning at 2890 University Blvd W (2.15± acres) for a luxury storage facility (Carriage House San Jose PUD; Dist. 5)
• Rezoning at 0 Hemlock St area (14.17± acres) for up to 130 cottage home units (Azalea Grove PUD; Dist. 8)

Duval DOGE Special Committee

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee will consider amendments to create a Downtown Entertainment District, allowing alcohol sales until 3:00 AM daily. Several other items are deferred, including a proposed limit on the mayor's transfer authority to $100,000, a settlement agreement for code enforcement fines, and an ethics ordinance restricting certain expenditures. Appointments to various boards are also on the agenda, with many deferrals requested.

• 2026-006313: Ordinance creating a Downtown Entertainment District with alcohol sales from 6:00 AM to 3:00 AM daily (amended)
• 2024-06271: Ordinance to limit mayor's transfer authority to $100,000 (deferred)
• 2024-09662: Settlement of fines with Live Oak Ancient City Living, LLC (deferred)
• 2025-07753: Amend ethics code to prohibit certain expenditures to mayor and council (deferred)
• 2026-00054: Honorary street designation for Cedric Burrell on 16th St E (deferred due to noticing requirements)

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee

The Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee will vote on several items including a $2 million reallocation of state housing grants from owner-occupied rehab to downpayment assistance and single-family development, creation of a Downtown Entertainment District allowing alcohol sales until 3 a.m., and a $693,035.89 appropriation for a downtown hotel development grant. Multiple items are marked as deferred or amended. The committee also considers a resolution urging state passage of the Northeast Florida Rivers, Springs, and Community Investment Act.

• Reallocate $2,000,000 in SHIP funds from owner-occupied rehab to downpayment assistance ($500,000) and single-family development ($1,500,000) – funds must be encumbered by June 30 or returned to state
• Create Downtown Entertainment District (NorthCore, Central Core, Sports & Entertainment) allowing alcohol sales 6 a.m.–3 a.m. daily
• Appropriate $693,035.89 from General Fund contingency to complete Shipyards/Iguana luxury hotel and office grant on Northbank Riverwalk
• Appropriate $385,000 from General Fund reserves for Jarboe Park improvements at 510 Florida Blvd, Neptune Beach
• Extend grant term for Jax NABJ government, legal and youth media initiative to September 1, 2026

2025 Value Adjustment Board

Jacksonville Waterways Commission

The Jacksonville Waterways Commission will discuss two ordinances: one authorizing the mayor to apply for Florida Inland Navigation District grants for waterways projects, and another appropriating $2,249,117 from federal grant contributions for the McCoys Creek Branches Project. The agenda also includes reports on St. Johns River water quality and manatees, the 2025 Manatee Protection Plan, and updates on Shad Creek and George Crady Bridge.

• Ordinance to authorize application for FIND grants for unspecified waterways projects
• Ordinance appropriating $2,249,117 from federal grants for McCoys Creek Branches Project, amending 5-year CIP
• St. Johns River water quality and manatee status report from Dr. Gerard Pinto (Jacksonville University)
• 2025 Manatee Protection Plan implementation report
• Old business updates on Shad Creek Resolution and George Crady Bridge

City Council

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

Special Committee on the Future of Downtown

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several items, including a $2.48 million appropriation for fire equipment, anti-litter campaigns, and road improvements. Other discussed matters include funding for downtown economic development and the creation of a new Parks, Recreation & Community Services events fund.

• $2,480,034 appropriation for JFRD thermal imaging cameras, an anti-litter campaign, United Way initiative, and road improvements
• $25,141,851 transfer to the Downtown Economic Dev Fund for Shipyards/Iguana completion grant
• $350,000 for a City of Jax Mobility System Plan update
• Creation of a Parks, Recreation & Community Services Events Special Revenue Fund
• Ordinance to limit the Mayor’s transfer authority to $100,000 for specific capital projects

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee

The Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee will hold public hearings on two street closures (Chatham St and John St) and consider amendments to multiple funding ordinances, including a $2.1M appropriation for pedestrian crossings, signalized U-turns, and fiber optic projects, and a $1.37M transfer for the Jacksonville Fairgrounds relocation. The committee will also hear a presentation from JEA on the Water First Project and discuss a resolution to vacate portions of the Jax Heights subdivision plat.

• Ordinance 2026-00033: $350,000 from Concurrency Management to update the Mobility System Plan
• Ordinance 2026-00335: $2,096,681.71 for six projects including Monument Rd pedestrian crossing, Golfair Blvd crossing, and fiber optic on Fort Caroline and St. Augustine roads
• Ordinance 2026-00356: $1,370,000 transferred from Lane Ave widening to Jacksonville Fairgrounds relocation (total budget $45,270,000)
• Ordinance 2026-00011 & -00022: Public hearings to close unopened Chatham St and opened John St for commercial development and San Marco East Hotel
• Ordinance 2026-00356: Fairgrounds relocation anticipated complete July 2026

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The February 3, 2026 meeting of the Jacksonville Land Use & Zoning Committee lists only committee members and staff. No ordinances, rezonings, public hearings, or other substantive items are included in the agenda.

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The Land Use & Zoning Committee holds public hearings on multiple rezoning requests, including a proposal to rezone 508.42 acres south of Gold Star Family Parkway to allow up to 1,000 single-family homes. Other items include a rezoning for butchering and live animal processing on Beach Boulevard, and several small-scale comprehensive plan amendments for residential and commercial projects. The committee will also discuss a 130-unit cottage home subdivision and a 29.87-acre industrial/commercial rezoning near Port Jacksonville Parkway.

• Rezoning of 508.42 acres at Parete Rd S and Arnold Rd for up to 1,000 single-family homes (2026-001317)
• Rezoning at 11153 Beach Blvd to permit butchering and live animal processing with commercial uses (2025-04882)
• Rezoning of 9.70 acres at Morse Ave and Seaboard Ave for a 89-unit single-family PUD (2026-000711)
• Rezoning of 14.17 acres at Hemlock and Newcomb for a 130-unit cottage home PUD (2026-001519)
• Rezoning of 29.87 acres at Port Jacksonville Pkwy for commercial and industrial PUD (2026-000913)

Duval DOGE Special Committee

Rules Committee

The Jacksonville Rules Committee is discussing and voting on an ordinance appropriating $2,480,034 from terminated JIA CRA funds for thermal imaging cameras, an anti-litter campaign, and road improvements. Other agenda items include creating an Eastside Community Grants Program for affordable housing and economic development, limiting the mayor's transfer authority, and establishing a special revenue fund for parks events. Several items are being deferred due to requests or noticing requirements.

• Appropriation of $2,480,034 from JIA CRA funds: $850,000 for JFRD thermal cameras and bailout kits, $400,000 for anti-litter campaign, $1,230,034 for Starratt Rd./Yellow Bluff Rd. intersection improvements
• Eastside Community Grants Program for affordable housing, workforce housing, economic development, and homelessness mitigation using stadium community benefits agreement funds
• Ordinance to limit mayor's transfer authority to $100,000 per capital improvement project and per fiscal year (deferred)
• Ordinance to prohibit certain expenditures to the mayor and council members (deferred)
• Creation of Parks, Recreation and Community Services Events Special Revenue Fund for events sponsored by the department

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee

The Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee will consider amendments to several ordinances, including a $25.1 million appropriation from the Self Insurance Fund for the Downtown Shipyards/Iguana Completion Grant for a luxury hotel and office building. Other items include a $2.48 million appropriation for JFRD thermal cameras, an anti-litter campaign, and United Way's State of Jax initiative, as well as a $2.1 million reallocation for pedestrian crossings and fiber optic projects. Several items are deferred due to requests or noticing requirements.

• $25,141,851.11 from Self Insurance Fund retained earnings for Shipyards/Iguana Completion Grant for luxury hotel and office on Northbank Riverwalk
• $2,480,034 appropriation: $850,000 for JFRD thermal imaging cameras/bail out kits, $400,000 for anti-litter campaign, $200,000 for United Way State of Jax data platform, $1,030,034 to budget stabilization reserve
• $2,096,681.71 reallocation for pedestrian crossings (Monument Rd, Golfair Blvd, Soutel Dr) and fiber optic projects (Fort Caroline Rd, St. Augustine Rd)
• Proposed FIND grants: Downtown dredging ($1.525M grant), Sisters Creek dock extension ($1.25M grant), T.K. Stokes boat ramp bulkhead design ($125,000 grant)
• Creation of a Parks Events Special Revenue Fund (Sec. 111.106) allowing self-appropriating expenditures without Council approval

City Council

Personnel Committee

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote on several appropriations and contract amendments. The largest item transfers $6,969,059 from the Mobility Plan for traffic signal improvements at Braddock Rd and Dunn Ave and widening of Pecan Park Rd. The committee will also consider amendments to the MOSH redevelopment agreement reducing parking from 75 to 30 spaces, a $245,220 grant for fire tower restoration, and a $41,100 appropriation for environmental assessments on six parcels. Four items have been deferred at the request of council members.

• Appropriation of $6,969,059 for Braddock Rd & Dunn Ave signal improvements ($1,969,059) and Pecan Park Rd widening ($5,000,000)
• Amendment to MOSH redevelopment agreement reducing parking obligation from 75 to 30 spaces and extending performance schedule six months
• Grant of $245,220 from Fire Fighters Contingency for restoration of historic fire tower at 625 Stockton St
• Appropriation of $41,100 for title report and environmental site assessment on 6 parcels in Council District 9
• Authorization of a position funded by federal HOME grant from HUD

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee

The Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee will hear a JTA presentation on proposed fare changes and the Better Together campaign. The committee also considers several ordinances, including a $6.9 million appropriation amendment for traffic signal and road widening projects, along with street closings, a mobility plan update, an honorary street designation, and funding transfers for the Jacksonville Fairgrounds relocation. Votes on these items may recommend action to the full City Council.

• JTA presentation on fare modification and Better Together campaign
• Ordinance appropriating $6,969,059 for Braddock Rd & Dunn Ave signal improvements and Pecan Park Rd widening (with amendment)
• Ordinance appropriating $2,096,681.71 for pedestrian crossings, signalized U-turns, and fiber optic projects
• Ordinance appropriating $1,370,000 to relocate Jacksonville Fairgrounds to the Equestrian Center site
• Ordinance appropriating $350,000 for an update to the city's Mobility System Plan

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The agenda for the January 21, 2026 Land Use & Zoning Committee meeting lists only committee members and staff. No ordinances, resolutions, public hearings, or other actionable items are provided. This appears to be a procedural-only agenda.

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The Land Use & Zoning Committee will hold public hearings and vote on multiple rezoning and zoning exception items. Key items include a large-scale comprehensive plan amendment for 337 acres at Yellow Water Road, a PUD for car storage on Philips Highway, and several alcohol sales exceptions. Several items from previous meetings are deferred to future cycles.

• Large-scale FLUM amendment for 337.29 acres at 0 Yellow Water Road from Rural to Suburban development
• Rezoning to PUD for automobile/vehicle garage condominiums at 0 Philips Highway (Homestretch Car Storage)
• Rezoning to PUD for office/business park at 11193 St. Johns Industrial Parkway (Chef's Garden of Jacksonville)
• Zoning exception for on-premises alcohol sales at 2198 Mayport Road (Creative Cook Mayport)
• Zoning exception for off-premises alcohol sales at 3909 Blanding Blvd (Kassar Nightlife V)

Duval DOGE Special Committee

Rules Committee

The Jacksonville City Council Rules Committee will consider an ordinance revising animal cruelty, neglect, and tethering rules and reducing the stray hold period from 6 to 5 days. Another ordinance would shift appointment authority for the Kids Hope Alliance and Library Trustee boards, giving the Council President power to appoint some members. Several other items, including a $2.48 million appropriation and a limit on the mayor's transfer authority, have been deferred and will not be discussed at this meeting.

• Animal code amendments: clarify citation standards, revise cruelty/neglect/abandonment/tethering, reduce stray hold to 5 days (2025-08114)
• Board appointments: Kids Hope Alliance (4 Mayor, 3 Council President) and Library Trustees (7 Mayor, 5 Council President) (2025-08725)
• $2.48 million appropriation for JFRD thermal cameras, anti-litter campaign, United Way data platform, and budget stabilization – deferred (2025-09006)
• Limit mayor's transfer authority to $100,000 among capital projects and line items – deferred (2024-06271)
• Honorary street designation for Cedric Burrell on 16th St E between Main and Hubbard – second reading (2026-000510)

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee

The Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee will discuss several items, including amendments to the animal ordinance that revise cruelty, neglect, and tethering rules and reduce the stray hold period from six to three days. Other notable items include amendments to the MOSH museum development agreement that reduce required parking from 75 to 30 spaces, a $245,220 grant for restoration of a historic fire tower, and changes to board appointments for Kids Hope Alliance and the Library Trustees. Two items are listed as deferred: a fine settlement and retiree adjustment payments.

• Amend animal ordinance: reduce stray hold from 6 to 3 days, revise cruelty/neglect/tethering rules, align custody petitions with state law (2025-08113)
• Amend MOSH museum agreement: extend performance schedule 6 months, reduce parking obligation from 75 to 30 spaces (2025-08414)
• Appropriate $245,220 from firefighter contingency fund for restoration of the fire tower at 625 Stockton Street (2025-08938)
• Revise board appointments: Kids Hope Alliance gets 4 mayor-appointed, 3 council-appointed; Library Trustees get 7 mayor, 5 council (2025-08725)
• Extend Dinsmore Historical Museum license agreement through 2030 with $1 annual fee (2025-08906)

Special Committee on Youth Empowerment

2025 Value Adjustment Board

Jacksonville Waterways Commission

The Jacksonville Waterways Commission will consider a proposed large-scale revision to the Future Land Use Map for a 337.29-acre property at 0 Yellow Water Road, changing from Rural Residential to Low Density Residential. The agenda also includes reports on water quality and manatee protection, a presentation on the State of the River, and discussion of a Shad Creek resolution and George Crady Bridge.

• 2025-0859: ORD transmitting FLUM revision at 0 Yellow Water Rd (337.29 acres) from RR to LDR - Yellow Water Land Holdings, LLC
• St. Johns River Status Report on Water Quality and Manatees & 2025 Manatee Protection Plan Implementation Report
• Presentation on the State of the River Report
• Old Business: Shad Creek Resolution
• George Crady Bridge discussion

City Council

Special Committee on the Future of Downtown

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss Council strategic priorities and hear from the Council Auditor on two audit reports. Among the action items, the committee will consider appropriating $6.97 million for traffic signal improvements at Dunn Ave and Braddock Rd and widening Pecan Park Rd, and $3 million for a workforce housing completion grant for the Rise Doro project. Also on the agenda: a $53,490 grant to UNF for a military and veterans program, and $25,000 for computers at the Westside Community Center. Several items were previously deferred or withdrawn.

• $6.97M appropriation for Dunn Ave/Braddock Rd signal improvements ($1.97M) and Pecan Park Rd widening ($5M)
• $3M appropriation for Rise Doro workforce housing completion grant
• $53,490 grant to UNF for Military & Veterans Program
• $25,000 for computers at Westside Community Center
• Amended settlement agreement with Outfront Media regarding billboards

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee

The Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee is deciding on a $6.97 million appropriation for traffic signal improvements at Braddock Rd & Dunn Ave and widening of Pecan Park Rd between I-95 and Main St. It also considers a $600,000 cost reimbursement agreement with JEA for utility relocation at Cecil Commerce Center, and four collective bargaining agreements with JEA unions totaling approximately $38.8 million over three years with wage increases of 3-4% annually. An emergency easement for a sidetrack is also on the agenda.

• $6,969,059 appropriation for Braddock Rd & Dunn Ave signal improvements and Pecan Park Rd widening (estimated completion 2030)
• $600,000 cost reimbursement agreement with JEA to relocate utilities for Cecil Commerce Center sidetrack
• Approval of JEA–Professional Employees’ Association (PEA) 3-year contract: ~$12.1M total, 4% annual raises
• Approval of JEA–IBEW Local 2358 3-year contract: ~$14.5M total, 3-4% annual raises
• Approval of JEA–AFSCME Local 429 (~$5.2M) and JEA Supervisors’ Association (~$7.0M) contracts with 3-4% raises

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The Land Use & Zoning Committee is scheduled to meet on January 6, 2026. However, the agenda contains only procedural information (list of members and staff) and no specific items for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be a placeholder without substantive business.

Land Use & Zoning Committee

The Land Use & Zoning Committee will hold public hearings and vote on several rezoning and land use amendments. Key items include a controversial PUD for butchering and live animal processing at 11153 Beach Blvd, a large-scale FLUM revision for 337 acres at Yellow Water Road, and an appeal of a denied zoning variance for a daycare at 15 E 25th Street. Other items include rezoning for multi-family housing, commercial, and industrial uses across the city.

• PUD for butchering and live animal processing at 11153 Beach Blvd (2025-04882)
• Large-scale FLUM revision for 337 acres at Yellow Water Rd (2025-0859)
• Appeal of daycare zoning variance at 15 E 25th St including reduction of distance from sexual predator (2025-0845)
• Rezoning for up to 110 multi-family units at 0 & 6916 103rd St with alcohol sales waiver (2025-07576)
• Rezoning for office/warehouse at 0 St Johns Bluff Rd S (2025-082610)

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee will consider the sale of the former Armory Building at 851 N Market Street for $2,547,513.60, along with amendments to animal control ordinances, ethics rules, and council procedures. Several items on the agenda have been deferred or withdrawn, leaving a few active proposals for discussion and possible action.

• Sale of 2.49-acre parcel at 851 N Market St (Armory Building) to Armory Redevelopment Associates for $2,547,513.60, with $496,537.10 to repay CDBG funds
• Ordinance to allow dogs in outdoor portions of public food service establishments, with Planning Dept. issuing permits and removing fee
• Proposal to require installation of elected council officers to be held in a city-owned facility
• Amendments to animal cruelty, neglect, and tethering provisions (deferred at request of CM Arias)
• Ordinance to limit Mayor's transfer authority to $100,000 for capital improvements and line-item transfers (deferred)

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee

The Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee will consider several items including a $3,000,000 workforce housing completion grant for the Rise Doro development, a $53,490 grant to UNF for military and veteran programs, and a $25,000 appropriation for computers at the Westside Community Center. Several other items are listed for deferral or withdrawal at the request of council members or city officials.

• $3,000,000 workforce housing completion grant for the Rise Doro project
• $53,490 grant to UNF for Military & Veterans Program (performance period 11/1/25–9/30/26)
• $25,000 for computers at Westside Community Center from special council contingency
• Amendment to animal cruelty code (Sec. 462) including reducing stray hold from 6 to 3 days and clarifying tethering/neglect standards
• Amendment to 1994 billboard settlement with B&B Advertising/Capsigns to remove three double-sided billboard locations and grant Outfront Media rights