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Jacksonville · Finance Committee ·
May 19, 2026 · 1:00 PM UTC-04:00
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event-item-117935
Colleen Hampsey, Council Research
CHampsey@coj.net 904.255.5151
Posted: 5.22.26 5:00 pm
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Mr. Peterson, Auditor's Office, explained the amendment. Approved unanimously.
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Mr. Peterson, Auditor's Office, explained the amendment. Approved unanimously.
CM Arias asked to be added as a co-sponsor.
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Ms. Taylor, Auditor's Office, explained the amendment. Approved unanimously.
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The amendment was moved and seconded, and approved unanimously.
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Mr. Peterson, Auditor's Office, explained the substitute. Approved 7-1 (Diamond in opposition)
There was lengthy discussion on this item. CM Diamond said that eminent domain should not be utilized for parks, and he said too much has been spent on downtown parks overall.
CVP Howland asked about the properties in question.
Renee Hunter, Chief of Real Estate, explained that the properties are commercial, not residential, and most are inactive businesses or vacant.
The committee talked about whether the decision to use eminent domain should have to come back to council for approval.
Chris Garrett, OGC, talked about the process, statutory requirements, and the required appraisals.
Ms. Sickler, Public Works, spoke about the properties and the flood risk due to the location.
Ms. Hunter indicated that her team is working to certify that the businesses are not active.
The Chair deferred the bill to permit Ms. Hunter's team more time to get all of the questions answered.
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The amendment was moved and seconded, and approved unanimously.
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The amendment was moved and seconded, and approved unanimously.
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Mr. Peterson explained the amendment. Approved unanimously.
CM Arias asked to be added as a co-sponsor.
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Mr. Peterson explained the amendment. Approved unanimously.
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CM Peluso was in attendance to speak on behalf of this bill. He explained the purpose, and the historical impact of redlining.
CM Lahnen spoke in opposition, advocating to let the consultants currently working on site selection to continue their work and issue their report unfettered.
CM Diamond asked about the Mayor's perspective on the bill and the location of the jail.
CM Pittman noted that the location for the jail should be made with sensitivity.
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CM Pittman moved for the bill to be reconsidered, the motion was seconded and approved unanimously.
Motion/2nd on the bill.
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CM Lahnen talked about the amount the City spends annually on nonprofits.
CVP Howland spoke on the same topic, noting the potential impact if there is a change in property tax revenue.
CM Salem said that this is one time funding.
CMs Pittman and Carrico abstained from the vote due to conflicts.
CM Arias asked to be added as a co-sponsor.
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Motion/2nd to approve the emergency. Approved unanimously.
CM Arias spoke on behalf of this bill and his desire to help offset some of the expenses for the event.
There was discussion about traffic and road closures that should be addressed for future IRONMAN competitions.
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Motion/2nd to approve the emergency. Approved unanimously.
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Motion/2nd to approve the emergency. Approved unanimously.
Mr. Peterson explained the amendment. Approved unanimously.
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AMENDMENT
1. Clarify that initial Board of Supervisors is being revised to reflect current membership
2. Place revised Second Revised Charter on file to correct listing of Initial Supervisors
3. Correct scrivener’s errors
• Approves the Second Revised Charter for the Baymeadows Community Improvement District (“BCID”) to:
- Require Council approval for property purchases over $100 rather than approval by 60% of
the electors of the District
- Following expiration of the 7-member Initial Board of Supervisors on 6/30/30:
• Reduce the number of "At-Large" Supervisors from 3 to 1, for a new total of 5
Supervisors
• Require at least one “Area Group” Supervisor to be a commercial property owner or their
designated representative
• Provide for appointment of Supervisors by the District Council Member with
confirmation by Council rather than by vote of qualified electors within the BCID
• Fill vacancies on an interim basis by a two-thirds vote of the Board
• Provide for terms of two years for “Area Group” Supervisors and four years for
“At Large” Supervisors
• Remove requirement that Supervisors must be a qualified elector in the State of Florida
• The nature of the emergency is to remove the provisions involving the Supervisor of Elections prior to the qualification period in June
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Motion/2nd to approve the emergency. Approved 7-1 (Diamond in opposition)
Mr. Peterson explained the amendment. Approved unanimously.
There was discussion on this item related to the positive impact on the city, and the funding source for the incentive. CM Arias expressed support, noting the global prestige of the CIA. CM Lahnen asked about the funding source, which is not identified in the legislation. The committee talked about the workforce development component and whether that would fall under the City's CBA obligations. CP Carrico spoke on behalf of the project and explained that some of the funds would be for construction and some for operations, and he noted that the incentive package when finalized would have to come back to council for approval.
CM Arias spoke about CBA dollars being used for capital investments.
CVP Howland talked about CIA interaction with veteran and military programs.
CM J. Carlucci said this project would be transformative for the city.
Aundra Wallace, JAXUSA Partnership, talked about the 18 months of coordinated efforts to bring this project together. CP Carrico noted that the CIA Board of Directors will be voting on this project in June.
CMs Arias, J. Carlucci, Salem and Pittman asked to be added as co-sponsors.
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AMENDMENT
1. Correct language regarding the Tourist Development Council's support of attracting the Culinary Institute to Jacksonville
2. Correct section numbering
3. Correct scrivener's errors
• Expresses Council support for the establishment of a Culinary Institute of America Southeast Campus within downtown Jacksonville and authorizes negotiation of a final term sheet and economic development incentive package in an amount not to exceed $35,000,000, subject to future Council approval and appropriation
• The nature of the emergency is that Council would like to express their support for the project in advance of the June CIA Board of Directors meeting to consider potential locations for their southeast campus
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COUNCIL RULE 4.505 DISRUPTION OF MEETING
Any person who disrupts a regular meeting of the City Council, standing committees,
special or select committees, sub-committees or any other public meeting presided over
by a City Council Member may be forthwith barred, removed, or otherwise ejected, in
the discretion of the presiding officer, from further attendance at that meeting. If
necessary, due to the nature of the disruption, the audience may be cleared from the
Council Chambers or meeting location in the discretion of the presiding officer.
Any person who refuses to leave the City Council Chamber may be subject to arrest.
Disruption of a meeting includes the following types of behaviors:
1) Any form of political campaigning or electioneering regarding a specific candidate or
group of candidates in City elections;
2) Impeding the orderly progress of the meeting by shouting, yelling, whistling,
chanting, singing, dancing, clapping, foot stomping, snapping fingers, cheering, jeering,
using artificial noise makers or musical instruments, waving signs of any size, or
engaging in any other display of excessive noise, sounds, or movement;
3) Displaying or waving signs of any sort, except where used to support the speaker’s
presentation at the podium, and only where the sign is 21 inches by 21 inches or smaller
in size and cannot be displayed in a manner which unreasonably obstructs the view of the
dais for any member of the audience, regardless of message;
4) Audible noise from cellphones or other electronic devices;
5) Consumption of alcohol or controlled substances;
6) Making vulgar or offensive remarks or gestures, or using threatening language or
gestures, including but not limited to pantomiming discharging a firearm, choking, or
throat-cutting;
7) Refusing to stop speaking when his or her time has expired or is otherwise directed
by the presiding officer to do so due to disruptive behavior as described herein;
8) Returning to the meeting after having been removed or ejected, or attempting to do so.
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Meeting Convened: 1:00 P.M. Meeting Adjourned: 3:31 P.M.
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Attendance:
CP Carrico: Visiting (2026-336 & 2026-419)
CM Carlucci: Visiting
CM Johnson: Visiting
CM Peluso: 2026-356
CM Gay: 2026-329
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Council Auditor Kim Taylor to discuss:
• General Fund/General Services District FY 2024/25 Recapture
Ms. Taylor talked about the report on the General Fund/General Services District FY 2024/25 Recapture. She indicated that the Administration is considering applying any discretionary funds towards completion grants.
• Report #823B: Follow-Up on Stormwater Fee Audit
Ms. Taylor said that this was the second follow-up on this audit. The report reflects 7 unresolved issues identified in the initial report.
• Report #905: Quarterly Summary for the Six Months Ended March 31, 2026
Ms. Taylor reviewed the Quarterly Summary, which reflects a net overall favorable budget variance of $9.9 million in GF/GSD total revenue.
• Report #906: Employee Reimbursements Audit
Ms. Taylor talked about the Employee Reimbursements Audit which showed significant timeliness issues and some issues and control weaknesses, and included recommendations for corrective actions.
CM Lahnen asked about the state share revenue. CM Salem asked about the Administration's implementation of a work from home policy. Ms. Brosche, CFO, reported that the remote work policy was posted as an official Employee Services directive in April.
CM Salem asked for a report from the Auditors, to be presented at the last council meeting in June, regarding the hurricane account.
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Item/File No. Title History
1.
ORD-MC Concerning the Mayor’s Transfer Authority; Amend Secs 106.304 (Mayor’s Transfer Power) & 106.308 (Capital Improvement Transfers, Appropriation Amendments & Change Orders), Subpt A (General Provisions), Pt 3 (Appropriations), Ch 106 (Budget & Accounting Code), Ord Code, to Limit the Mayor’s Transfer Authority to $100,000 Among the Capital Improvement Projs Listed in the CIP Appvd by the Council & to $100,000 During Any FY into or Out of Any Agency, Nondept or Dept Existing Line Item; Prov for Codification Instructions (Staffopoulos) (Introduced by CM Diamond)
8/13/24 CO Introduced: R, F
8/19/24 R Read 2nd & Rerefer
8/20/24 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
8/27/24 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 8/27/24
Ordinance
2.
ORD Apv an Agrmt for Settlement of Fines Imposed by the Municipal Code Enforcement Brd/Special Magistrate btwn the City & Live Oak Ancient City Living, LLC, a Delaware LLC, & Directing the Mayor, or Her Desig, & the Corp Sec to Execute & Deliver the Agrmt on Behalf of the City or Auth the Agrmt to Become Effective without the Mayor’s Signature; Auth the Execution of All Docs Relating to the Agrmt & Auth Tech Changes as Herein Defined; Prov for Oversight of the Agrmt by the Municipal Code Compliance Div of the Neighborhoods Dept; Req Emergency Passage Upon Intro (Staffopoulos) (Introduced by CM Carrico)
11/26/24 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, R, F
12/2/24 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
12/2/24 R Read 2nd & Rerefer
12/3/24 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
12/10/24 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 12/10/24
Ordinance
3.
ORD Concerning Retiree Adjustment Payments; Incorporating Recitals; Auth a Retired Employee Adjustment Payment to Retirees & Beneficiaries of the Correctional Officers, General Employees & Police & Fire Pension Funds of the City; Prov for Funding from Pension Liability Surtax; Requiring Certification of Eligibility by the Administrator of the General Employees’ Pension Plan & Executive Director of the Police & Fire Pension Plan; Prov for Timing of Payments (Reingold) (Introduced by CM White) (Co-Sponsors CMs Johnson, Gay, Carlucci, Amaro, Gaffney, Jr., Carrico, Peluso & Pittman)
5/13/25 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/19/25 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/20/25 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/27/25 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/27/25
Ordinance
4.
ORD-MC Amend Sec 602.802 (Restricted Activities), Pt 8 (Lobbying), Ch 602 (Jacksonville Ethics Code), Ord Code, to Prohibit Certain Expenditures to the Mayor & Council Members; Prov for Codification Instructions (Reingold) (Introduced by CM Carlucci)
10/14/25 CO Introduced: R, F
10/20/25 R Read 2nd & Rerefer
10/21/25 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
10/28/25 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 10/28/25
Ordinance
5.
ORD-MC Creating a New Sec 106.330.1 (Prohibition on Expenditures for Abortions &/or Related Services), Subpt B (Special Provisions), Pt 3 (Appropriations), Ch 106 (Budget & Accounting Code), Ord Code, to Prohibit Expenditure of City Funds to Pay for Abortions &/or Related Svcs; Prov for Codification Instructions (Staffopoulos) (Introduced by CM Diamond)
3/24/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, R, F
4/6/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
4/6/26 R Read 2nd & Rerefer
4/7/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
4/14/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 4/14/26
Ordinance
6.
ORD Approp $36,563.20 to Fund 2 Positions in Support of the Eastside Community Grants Prog; Auth 2 Positions to Support the Eastside Community Grants Prog (R.C. 26-085) (B.T. 26-061) (Smith) (Req of Mayor)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/4/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 NCSPHS Approve 7-0
5/19/26 F Approve 8-0
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/12/26
Ordinance
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Scrivener’s
1. Pg. 1, line 29: insert “funding for the” before “prorated”
2. Pg. 2, line 1: strike “Position” and insert “Positions”
• Creates two new positions within the Grants and Contract Compliance Division to oversee the Eastside Community Grants program established by Ord. 2026-36-E
• Appropriates funding for the positions through 9/30/26 from the Eastside Strategic Focus designated contingency account
• The full year's cost (salary and benefits) for these two positions will range from $139,000 - $252,000 and is expected to be funded from the annual appropriation for the Eastside Strategic Focus
7.
ORD Reallocating $181,840.50 in Annual Federal Home Investment Partnership Grant Prog Funding from the Downpayment Assistance Prog to Fund Admin Cost (B.T. 26-059) (Smith) (Req of Mayor) (Co-Sponsor CM Clark-Murray)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/4/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 NCSPHS Approve 7-0
5/19/26 F Approve 8-0
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/12/26
Ordinance
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• Companion bill 2026-323
• Amends FY 25/26 HOME grant budget to increase administrative expenses and reduce Downpayment Assistance program funding based on availability of funds within the FY 22/23 budget to be used for the Downpayment Assistance program
• This change brings the City’s administrative budget for the FY 25/26 HOME program to 10% (maximum)
8.
ORD Auth a Position Funded by the Federal CDBG from the US Dept of Housing & Urban Dev & Approp by 2025-389-E (R.C. 26-086) (Smith) (Req of Mayor) (Co-Sponsor CM Johnson)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/4/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 NCSPHS Approve 7-0
5/19/26 F Approve 8-0
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/12/26
Ordinance
9.
ORD Apv the Harbour Waterway Dependent Special Dist Proposed FY 26-27 Budget Pursuant to Ord 2010-725-E & Sec 189.02, F.S. (Staffopoulos) (Introduced by CP pursuant to Ord 2010-725-E)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/4/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 NCSPHS Amend/Approve 7-0
5/19/26 F Amend/Approve 8-0
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/12/26
Ordinance
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AMENDMENT
Attach revised Exhibit 1 (Budget) to include corrected budget supplement descriptions
• Approves the Harbour Waterway Dependent Special District budget for 7/1/26 – 6/30/27 fiscal year
• The proposed budget includes a total assessment of $206,500 from 132 parcels
• There is no change in the assessed amount
10.
ORD Apv the Millers Creek Dependent Special Dist Proposed FY 26-27 Budget Pursuant to Ord 2014-700-E & Sec 189.02, F.S. (Staffopoulos) (Introduced by CP pursuant to Ord 2014-700-E)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/4/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 NCSPHS Approve 7-0
5/19/26 F Approve 8-0
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/12/26
Ordinance
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• Approves the Millers Creek Dependent Special District budget for 7/1/26 – 6/30/27 fiscal year
• The proposed budget includes a total assessment of $80,730 from 29 parcels
• There is no change in the assessed amount ($3,000 maximum)
11.
ORD-MC Amend Sec 609.109 (Applicable Chapters & Parts), Ch 609 (Code Enforcement Citations), Ord Code, to Update Schedule “A1” Relating to Court Costs by Adding a Filing Fee of $10 for Violations of the Jax Ord Code, in Accordance with Sec 34.045, F.S.; Amend Sec 634.102 (Assessment of Court Cost by Circuit & County Courts), Ch 634 (Fines & Costs), Ord Code, to Correct Statutory References for Collection of Court Costs & Add a New Subsec for Assessing a Filing Fee for Violations of the Jax Ord Code; Prov for Codification Instructions (Pollock) (Introduced by CM Johnson)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, R, F
5/4/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/4/26 R Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/12/26
Ordinance
12.
ORD-MC re the Jax Police & Fire Pension Brd of Trustees; Amend Sec 22.02 (Membership) & 22.12 (Retirement for Board Employees) of Article 22 (Jacksonville Police & Fire Pension Board of Trustees) of the Charter of the City; Repealing Pt 5 (Financial Investment & Advisory Committee) & Pt 6 (Ethics, Fiduciary Responsibilities & Best Practices), Ch 121 (Police & Firefighters Pension Plan), Ord Code, in Their Entirety; Amend Secs 121.105 (Pensioner’s Rights Upon Reemployment by City) & 121.117 (Executive Director-administrator), Pt 1 (Police & Fire Pension Fund Administration), Ch 121 (Police & Firefighters Pension Plan), Ord Code; Creating a New Sec 121.119 (Fiduciary & Ethical Standards), Pt 1 (Police & Fire Pension Fund Administration), Ch 121 (Police & Firefighters Pension Plan), Ord Code, Amend Sec 121.304 (Forfeiture, Disqualification & Recovery of Pension Benefits for Frauds Committed on or to the Police & Fire Pension Fund & for Other Acts Which Could Result in the Loss of City Pension Benefits), Pt 3 (Miscellaneous Benefits), Ch 121 (Police & Firefighters Pension Plan), Ord Code, to Update Non-Benefit Related Governance Issues Pertaining to the Jax Police & Fire Pension Brd of Trustees & the Police & Firefighters Pension Plan; Auth the Mayor, or Her Desig, & the Corp Sec to Execute, Deliver & File That Certain Amdt to the 2015 Retirement Reform Agrmt btwn the City & the Jax Police & Fire Pension Fund Brd of Trustees; Prov for Codification Instructions (Reingold) (Introduced by CM White)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, R, F
5/4/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/4/26 R Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/12/26
Ordinance
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AMENDMENT
1. Clarify that the Solid Waste Class III Mitigation funds being appropriated represents revenue from the Realco ($72,105.21) and Coastal Recycling ($110,169.53) facilities
2. Attach Revised Exhibit 1 (BT) to correct account codes
• Projects being funded include:
- Ed Austin Park – Pickleball Courts and Lights: $525,000
- Ed Austin Park – Sports Lighting: $703,500
- Sheffield Park – Sports Lighting: $545,000
• Funding sources include:
- Solid Waste Class III Mitigation funds: $182,274.74
- Cardroom Tax: $1,040,314.02
- Autumn Bonds Investment Pool Earnings: $69,472.00
- Parks QOL - William Sheffield Regional Park project: $484,438.51
14.
ORD re the FY 26-27 Budget for the Duval County Property Appraiser; Adopting Recommended Findings & Conclusions for the Duval County Property Appraiser’s FY 26-27 Budget (Staffopoulos) (Req of Mayor)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: F
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 F Amend/Approve 8-0
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/12/26
Ordinance
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AMENDMENT
Attach revised Exhibit 1 to reflect the removal of funding for one position that was also not funded in FY 25/26, add a footnote about the change in salaries, and adjust formatting
15.
ORD Reallocating $181,840.50 in Annual Federal Home Investment Partnership Grant Prog Funding from Admin Cost to Fund the Downpayment Assistance Prog (B.T. 26-058) (Smith) (Req of Mayor)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/4/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 NCSPHS Approve 7-0
5/19/26 F Approve 8-0
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/12/26
Ordinance
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• Companion bill 2026-313
• Amends FY 22/23 HOME grant budget to increase Downpayment Assistance program funding based on availability of funds and limited timing to complete the FY 22/23 HOME Grant
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AMENDMENT
Place Revised Amendment Two on file to reflect the reduced minimum capital investment of $7,000,000 within Section 4.2 of the Economic Development Agreement
• Authorizes Amendment Two to the Economic Development Agreement with Kappa Alpha Psi Foundation Jacksonville, Incorporated to 1) extend the project completion date by two years from 3/31/26 to 3/31/28 and 2) decrease the minimum capital investment from $7,500,000 to $7,000,000
• Amendment One previously extended the completion date by one year from 3/31/25 to 3/31/26
• The Economic Development Agreement authorized a Large Scale Economic Development Fund grant in an amount up to $500,000 (already appropriated) to be disbursed following the construction and opening of a community enrichment and healthcare facility to be located at 3717 Moncrief Rd W.
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SUBSTITUTE
1. Attach Revised Exhibit 1 (BT) to correct account code
2. Include details on the steps taken by the City in making a declaration of necessity and place applicable surveys, studies, and reports On File
3. Attach listing of affected properties as new Exhibit
• Authorizes the Chief of the Real Estate Division to negotiate and agree to the purchase of the necessary interests in real property for an identified 17 parcels
• Allows for offers up to 25% above appraised value and up to $100,000 in business damages, exclusive of legal and professional fees
• In addition to the purchase price, the Chief of Real Estate is authorized to negotiate, settle, and authorize payment for attorneys' fees and costs legally due to the owner or tenant
• The Office of General Council is authorized to institute appropriate legal proceedings to acquire these properties by condemnation if negotiations are unsuccessful
• Waives settlement limitations in Sections 112.307 (Claims and suits brought against the City for monetary relief), 112.308 (Eminent domain), and 112.309 (Attorneys' fees) to allow for certain settlements in excess of $50,000 without further Council approval
CONCERN
The CIP currently reflects a total project cost of $30 million; however, Public Works has communicated that Project costs are anticipated to be approximately $164 million
18.
ORD Apv & Auth the Mayor, or Her Designee, & Corp Sec to Execute & Deliver a 1st Amendment to Lease Agrmt Btwn the City & Fort George Island Volunteer Fire Department INC. (Landlord) for Propty Located at 9363 Heckscher Dr, Jax, FL 32226, Extending the Term of the Lease to 3/30/29, with 1 Remaining Option to Renew an Add’l 3 YR Term, at an Annual Rental Rate of $7,400.00 with No Annual Rent Increases; Prov for Oversight by the JFRD (Dillard) (Req of Mayor)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/4/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 NCSPHS AmendApprove 6-0
5/19/26 F Amend/Approve 8-0
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/12/26
Ordinance
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AMENDMENT
Correct the effective date in the bill and agreement to March 31, 2026
• This bill will reinstate the initial lease that expired on March 30, 2026, and amend the lease to use one of the three-year renewal options.
• The annual rent amount will stay the same at $7,400 per year with no rent increases.
• There will be one three-year renewal option remaining.
19.
ORD Auth the Mayor & Corp Sec to Execute a 2nd Amendment to the Agrmt with JU to Renew the Agrmt for a 2nd Add’l YR for the Continuing Manatee Protection Studies for FY 24-25 & FY 25-26, & to Increase the Max Indebtedness by an Add’l $193,549 for a New Total Max Indebtedness Not to Exceed $283,549, Pursuant to Approp Funds Previously Auth by Ords 2024 504-E & 2025 504-E; Prov for Oversight by the Planning & Dev Dept (Dillard) (Req of Mayor) (JWC Apv)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F, JWC
5/4/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 NCSPHS Approve 6-0
5/19/26 F Approve 8-0
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/12/26
Ordinance
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• The FY 25/26 Council approved budget included $103,549 for the continuation of the manatee study
• Two one-year renewals will remain on the contract
20.
ORD Apv & Auth the Mayor, or Her Designee, & Corp Sec to Execute & Deliver a 1st Amendment to Lease Agrmt Btwn the City & Mandarin-Loretto Volunteer Fire Department, INC. (Landlord) for Propty Located at 2948 Delor Dr, Jax, FL 32223, Extending the Term of the Lease to 3/30/29, with 1 Remaining Option to Renew an Add’l 3 YR Term, at an Annual Rental Rate of $38,200.00 with No Annual Rent Increases; Prov for Oversight by the JFRD (Dillard) (Req of Mayor)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/4/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 NCSPHS Amend/Approve 7-0
5/19/26 F Amend/Approve 8-0
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/12/26
Ordinance
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AMENDMENT
Correct the effective date in the bill and agreement to March 31, 2026
• This bill will reinstate the initial lease that expired on March 30, 2026, and amend the lease to use one of the three-year renewal options.
• The annual rent amount will stay the same at $38,200 per year with no rent increases.
• There will be one three-year renewal option remaining.
21.
ORD Apv & Auth the Mayor, or Her Designee, & the Corp Sec to Execute & Deliver a Memorandum of Understanding Btwn the City of Neptune Beach & the City of Jax to Assist the City of Neptune Beach with the Mgmt of Disaster Debris; Prov for Oversight by the Public Works Dept (Dillard) (Req of Mayor)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/4/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 NCSPHS Approve 7-0
5/19/26 F Approve 8-0
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/12/26
Ordinance
event-item-117531
• Authorizes an MOU between the City and Neptune Beach to use the Girvin Landfill for staging, sorting, processing, and temporary storage of eligible disaster debris.
• This MOU is following the Florida Statutes and formalizes Neptune Beach’s usage of the site.
• Neptune Beach will not be charged for usage of this site as they have not been charged in the past.
22.
ORD Apv & Auth the Mayor, or Her Desig, & the Corp Sec to Execute a 1st Amendment to Services Contract for Residential Curbside Solid Waste & Recyclables Collection & Transportation Services (Service Area I) Btwn the City & Meridian Waste Florida, LLC, to Extend the Contract Term Thru 9/30/32, Replace the Rate Review Process With Annual CPI Adjustments Commencing 10/1/26 & Estab a Process for Extraordinary Rate Adjustment, Set Fuel Caps for FY 26/27, FY 27/28 & FY 29/30, Amend the Process for Conducting Residential Premises Counts, Estab a Technological Advancements Annual Review & Amend Certain Other Provisions, Including Liquidated Damages, Dispute Resolution & Reporting Reqs; Waiving Subsection 382.308(L) (Extension of Contract), Pt 3 (Selection of Waste Collection & Disposal Service Areas & Contractors), Ch 382 (Waste Collection & Disposal Service by Contractors & City), Ord Code; Prov for City Oversight by the Solid Waste Div of the Office of Admin Svcs (Dillard) (Req of Mayor)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, R, F
5/4/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/4/26 R Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/12/26
Ordinance
event-item-117553
RULES AMENDMENT
1. Revise the Sec. 118.107 waiver justification originally approved in Ord. 2025-781-E to reflect the new project
2. Reflect revised project scope and completion date of 12/31/28
3. Include Public Works as the oversight department for the funding agreement
4. Attach Revised Exhibit 1 (Term Sheet) to:
a. require 1) a retainage of 10% of City funds until project completion and 2) repayment of
City funds if the project is not completed by the 12/31/28 deadline
b. revise project scope to allow funds to be used for any aspect of the construction of the
Track Improvements
c. include provision that no funds will be applied to the residence hall component or any
other component of EWU's broader capital project
d. include acknowledgement of dual institutional and public purpose
e. include term of use agreement
5. Attach Revised Exhibit 2 (Use Agreement) to:
a. reference 2026 legislation instead of Ord. 2025-781-E
b. reflect revised project scope
c. revise the term to 10 years subject to automatic 1-year renewals unless terminated by the
City with approval by City Council
d. provide designated hours for general public use
e. increases the minimum number of annual community-wide wellness events from 4 to 6
f. allow the City to require additional insurance coverage if determined necessary by the City’s
Risk Management Division
g. allow the City to sue for specific performance if EWU defaults
h. revise Assignment, Right to Terminate, and Execution sections to reflect OGC recommended
changes
• Revises the term sheet with Edward Waters University that was previously approved by Ord. 2025-781-E to provide funding not to exceed $2,000,000 for the planning, design, and permitting of a NCAA-compliant 400 meter track and walking path (“Track Improvements”) rather than a Living, Learning Community Center
• Funding will be provided on a reimbursement basis and subject to a pro-rated clawback in the event EWU sells the Track Improvements or permanently abandons their use as a track and related athletic facility within 10 years of completion
• Authorizes a Grant-Related Programmatic Use Agreement for the Track Improvements which requires EWU to 1) conduct a minimum of 4 University-led community-wide wellness events annually and 2) partner with at least two (2) local schools and/or organizations annually to provide structured health and wellness programming for a period of five years following completion of the Track Improvements
AUDITOR RECOMMENDED AMENDMENT
Require that the Use Agreement be recorded with the Clerk of the Court
24.
ORD Concerning Surplus Tangible Personal Propty of the City; Declaring that Certain 1979 Chevrolet Malibu (Vin 1T19L9D483566, Vehicle # 0046-10) Valued at $15,000 to be Surplus to the Needs of the City & Auth Transfer of Title to Said Vehicle to MOG Collection, LLC D/B/A Brumos the Collection, at no Cost, in Accord with Subsec 122.812(C), Ord Code; Waiving Sec 122.305 (Unlawful Use of City Markings & Tags), Pt 3 (Municipal Vehicles), Ch 122 (Public Property), Ord Code, to Allow that Certain 1979 Chevrolet Malibu (Vin 1T19L9D483566, Vehicle # 0046-10) to Retain Its JSO Insignia after Transfer from the City; Desig the Fleet Mgmt Div of the Office of Admin Svcs to Monitor the Use of Said Vehicle after Transfer; Prov for a Reverter; Apv & Auth the Mayor, or Her Designee, & the Corp Sec to Execute a Surplus Vehicle Donation Agrmt Btwn the City & MOG Collection, LLC D/B/A the Brumos Collection; Repealing Sec 111.396 (Motor Vehicle Safety Program Fund), Pt 3 (Public Safety & Courts), Ch 111 (Special Revenue & Trust Accounts), Ord Code; Prov for Oversight by the JSO (Staffopoulos) (Req of Sheriff)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, R, F
5/4/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/4/26 R Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 NCSPHS Amend/Approve 6-0
5/18/26 R Amend/Approve 5-0
5/19/26 F Amend/Approve 8-0
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/12/26
Ordinance
event-item-117523
AMENDMENT
1. Clarify within reverter section that the restricted use period is the greater of 5 years or the time during which the vehicle retains any JSO insignia
2. Change oversight of vehicle monitoring from Fleet Management Division to JSO
3. Attach Revised Exhibit 3 (Surplus Vehicle Donation Agreement) to clarify the Sheriff can approve an assignment of the agreement and correct scrivener’s errors
• Authorizes donation of the surplus City-owned vehicle previously used by JSO for the “Beat the Heat” program valued at $15,000 to The Brumos Collection (“Brumos”) for display in their museum located at 5159 San Pablo Rd S (St. Johns County) and at other professionally organized and reputable car collection and educational venues in Duval and St. Johns counties
• Provides for a restricted use period of the greater of 5 years or the time during which the vehicle retains any JSO insignia
• Waives Code Sec. 122.305 (Unlawful use of City markings and tags) in order to allow the donated vehicle to retain its JSO insignia
• Repeals Code Section 111.396 (Motor Vehicle Safety Program Fund) which was established to fund driver education programs and the maintenance of the vehicle being donated
25.
RESO Upon an Acknowledgement of Due Authorization & the Making of Findings, Apv the Issuance by the JHFA of its Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Treetop Apartments), in 1 or more Series, in an Aggregate Principal Amt not to Exceed $23,500,000 for the Purpose of Financing all or a Portion of the Costs Related to the Acquisition & Rehab of a Multifamily Residential Housing Facility for Persons or Families of Low, Middle or Moderate Income, to be Located at 6355 Morse Ave, Jax, Duval County, FL, 32244, & to be Commonly Known as “Treetop Apartments”; Determining Credit not being Pledged (Dillard) (Req of JHFA)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/4/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 NCSPHS Approve 6-0
5/19/26 F Approve 8-0
Resolution
event-item-117539
• Provides for acquisition and rehabilitation of a multifamily residential housing facility of approximately 172 units to be known as “Treetop Apartments”
• Facility located at 6355 Morse Ave. in Council District 14
• All units will be set aside for residents at or below 60% AMI
26.
RESO Upon an Acknowledgement of Due Authorization & the Making of Findings, Apv the Issuance by the JHFA of its Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Campbell Cove), in 1 or more Series, in an Aggregate Principal Amt not to Exceed $28,850,000 for the Purpose of Financing all or a Portion of the Costs Related to the Acquisition & Construction of a Multifamily Residential Housing Facility for Persons or Families of Low, Middle or Moderate Income, to be Located at 11050 Beach Blvd, Jax, Duval County, FL, 32246, & to be Commonly Known as “Campbell Cove”; Determining Credit not being Pledged (Dillard) (Req of JHFA)
4/28/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/4/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/5/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/12/26 CO Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 NCSPHS Approve 6-0
5/19/26 F Approve 8-0
Resolution
event-item-117540
• Provides for acquisition and construction of a multifamily residential housing facility of approximately 240 to be known as “Campbell Cove”
- Facility to be located at 11050 Beach Blvd. in Council District 4
- All units will be set aside for residents at or below 60% AMI
• City previously approved a $5,000,000 Development Loan to support the Campbell Cove development via Ordinance 2026-150-E
event-item-117509
• Appropriates $5,200,000 from the Special Committee on Youth Empowerment contingency account to the Kids Hope Alliance for programs, services, and activities to be competitively procured
• Funding will be disbursed pursuant to a future request for proposals, which is currently being drafted by KHA
• The draft RFP, which was not reviewed by Special Committee on Youth Empowerment, includes the following provisions:
- Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
- No single award shall exceed $1,000,000 and no single organization may receive more than
$1,000,000
- Match required for applicants receiving more than $250,000
- Multi-year implementation, subject to future Council appropriation
- Target population is youth and young adults ages 16-24 residing in 61 designated
dual-distressed census tracts
• Authorizes carryover of funding through FY 26/27
• Waives the age restriction in Sec. 77.101 in order to allow KHA to provide programs and services for individuals between the ages of 16 – 24
29.
ORD Requiring a Comprehensive Report by the Council Secretary/Director Pertaining to the Downtown Entertainment Dist; Estab Required Data Elements, Comparative Analysis, Analytical Findings, Operational Impact Assessments, Stakeholder Input, Interagency Coordination, Report Structure & Format, & Public Presentation (Reingold) (Introduced by CM Johnson) (Co-Sponsor CMs J. Carlucci & Salem)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
30.
ORD Apv & Auth the Mayor, or Her Desig, & the Corp Sec to Execute & Deliver a 1st Amdt to Lease Agrmt Btwn the City, for and on Behalf of the Duval County Tax Collector’s Office, & Main St Place at Oceanway LLC to Extend the Lease Term Thru 9/30/27, With 1 Add’l Extension Option for Up to 12 Months; Prov Further Auth; Prov for Oversight by the Duval County Tax Collector’s Office (Dillard) (Req of Mayor)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
31.
ORD Making Certain Findings, & Apv & Auth the CEO of the DIA, or His Desig, to Execute a Purchase & Sale Agrmt & Quitclaim Deed Conveying Approx 2.04 Acres of City-Owned Propty Identified by Duval County Tax Parcel No. 074888-0100 & Partially Improved by a Surface Parking Lot to the University of FL; Auth the Execution of All Docs Relating to the Above Agrmt & Transaction, & Auth Technical Changes to the Docs (Lavie) (Req of DIA)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
32.
ORD Approp $45,000 in Fund Bal From the Environmental Protection Fund to Prov Funding for Education Outreach Activities as Well as Food & Beverage, Travel, Supplies, Training, Dues, & Membership Fees for Jax Environmental Protection Brd Members & Staff; Prov for Carryover to FY 26-27; Prov for Waiver of Sec 111.755 (Environmental Protection Fund), Pt 7 (Environment & Conservation), Ch 111 (Special Revenue & Trust Accts), Ord Code, to Auth Utilization of Funds From the Fund for Food & Beverage, Travel, Supplies, Training, Dues, & Membership Fees for Brd Members & Staff; Prov for Waiver of Sec 360.602 (Uses of Fund), Pt 6 (Environmental Protection Fund), Ch 360 (Environmental Regulation), Ord Code, to Allow for the Utilization of Funds for Education Outreach Activities Along With Food & Beverage, Travel, Supplies, Training, Dues, & Membership Fees for Brd Members & Staff; Amend Ord 2025-504-E, the FY 25-26 Budget, by Amend the Attachment a to Auth Expenditure of These Funds on Food & Beverage for Special Events & Activities (B.T. 26-065) (Dillard) (Req of Mayor)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, R, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 R Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
33.
ORD-MC Amend Section 55.108 (Powers & Duties), Pt 1 (DIA), Chapter 55 (DIA), Ord Code. To Auth the DIA, When Acting in Its Capacity as Either the CRA or Public Economic Dev Agency for Downtown, to Impose & Collect Regulatory Fees & Charges for the Purposes of Defraying the Cost of Admin of Its Powers & Duties Under Ch 55, Ord Code; Prov for Codification Instructions (Lavie) (Req of Special Committee on the Future of Downtown)
5/12/26 CO Introduced:NCSPHS, R, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 R Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
34.
ORD Approp $35,000 From the FAGC Grants & Contract Compliance Financial & Admin - Subsidies & Contributions to Private Org Acct to the Ironman Jax - Misc Svcs & Charges Acct & the Jazz Festival-Activity - Misc Svcs & Charges Acct Within the Office of Sports & Entertainment to Prov $30,000 for the 2026 Ironman Jax Event & $5,000 for the 2026 Jax Jazz Festival; Req 1 Cycle Emerg Passage (Staffopoulos) (Introduced by CM Arias)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Emergency/Approve 6-0
5/19/26 F Emergency/Approve 7-0
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
event-item-117541
• Appropriates $35,000 from funds previously appropriated for Council District 11 Strategic Initiatives in FY 24/25 and carried over into FY 25/26
• The nature of the emergency is that the Jacksonville Ironman event is scheduled to occur on May 16, 2026 and the Jacksonville Jazz Festival begins on May 21, 2026
35.
ORD Approp $25,000 From the Multiyear Prog and Initiatives - Council Dist 5 CBA - Contingency Acct to the Gen Fund Operating - Subsidies & Contributions to Private Org Acct to Prov Funding to Happy Brew, Inc. for the Art Force Vocational Training Prog as Described Herein; Prov for Carryover to FY 26-27; Waiving Sec 118.107 (Nonprofits to Receive Funding Thru a Competitive Evaluated Award Process; Waiver & Disclosures), Pt 1 (Gen Provisions), Ch 118 (City Grants), Ord Code, to Allow for a Direct Contract With Happy Brew; Apv, & Auth the Mayor, or Her Desig, & the Corp Sec to Execute & Deliver on Behalf of the City a Grant Agrmt Btwn the City & Happy Brew, Inc. For the Prog; Prov for Oversight by the Grants & Contract Compliance Div of the Finance Dept (Staffopoulos) (Introduced by CM J. Carlucci)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, R, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 R Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
36.
ORD Making Certain Findings, & Auth the Mayor, or Her Desig, to Execute: (1) an Economic Dev Agrmt Btwn the City & Tracy Justina Ricker TC LLC; & (2) Loan Docs & Related Docs as Described in the Agrmt, to Support the Dev by Company of Approx 108 Affordable Housing Units in a Scattered Site Multifamily Residential Housing Facility in the City; Auth a Dev Loan in the Amt of $3,800,000 With a Term of 20 Yrs in Connection With the Project, to Be Approp by Subsequent Legislation; Desig the Chief of the Housing & Community Dev Div as Contract Monitor for the Agrmt & Related Agrmts; Prov for City Oversight of the Proj by the Neighborhoods Dept, Housing & Community Dev Div; Auth the Execution of All Docs Relating to the Above Agrmts & Transactions, & Auth Technical Changes to the Docs; Prov a Deadline for the Company to Execute the Agrmt; Waiver of That Portion of the Public Investment Policy Adopted by Ord 2024-286-E, as Amended, to Auth a Dev Loan That is Not Currently Auth by the PIP (Staffopoulos) (Introduced by CMs Amaro & Clark-Murray)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
37.
ORD Calling an Election on 11/3/26, to Hold a Referendum of the Qualified Electors Residing in Duval County on the Question of Whether to Cont the Current One Mill Ad Valorem Tax to Be Used for School Operational Purposes for an Add’l 4 Yrs Beginning on 7/1/27, & Ending on 6/30/31 (Staffopoulos) (Req of School Board of Duval County, FL)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,R, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 R Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
38.
ORD Approv & Auth JEA to Sell Its Former Headquarters Site Located Gen at 21 W. Church St & 421 Laura St, Jax, FL 32202 (R.E. Nos. 073863-0000 & 073720-0000), Within Council Dist 7, for Less Than the Appraised Value, at a Purchase Price of $1,000,000, to Jewel at 21 West, LLC, Pursuant to That Certain Purchase Agrmt Btwn Seller & Purchaser (Sawyer) (Req of JEA)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
39.
ORD Approp $1,342,200.40, Including $128,186.00 within the Countywide Traffic Calming Proj, $630,917.50 from the Countywide Rdwy Sign Stripe & Signal Proj & $583,096.90 from the Countywide Intersection Improvements Proj, to: (1) $565,112.67 to the Traffic Signal Rebuild - 21st St East & Liberty St North Proj; & (2) $648,901.73 to the Traffic Signal Rebuild - 21st St West & Boulevard St Proj; Amend the 26-30 5-Yr CIP Appvd by Ord 2025-505-E to Reflect this Approp of Funds to the Projs (B.T. 26-063) (Dillard) (Req of Mayor)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, TEU, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
40.
ORD Apv & Auth the Mayor, or Her Desig, & the Corp Sec to Execute & Deliver that Certain Private Sidetrack Agrmt Btwn the City & CSX Transportation, INC. Re the Construction of a City-Owned Railroad Sidetrack Adjacent to the Cecil Commerce Center Mega-Site; Prov for Oversight by the Dept of Public Works; Req 1 Cycle Emerg Passage (Sawyer) (Introduced by CM White)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: TEU, F
5/19/26 TEU Emergency/Approve 5-0
5/19/26 F Emergency/Approve 8-0
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
event-item-117558
• Funding needed for the Project will be appropriated as part of the FY 26/27 budget
• The nature of the emergency is that the City has commenced construction on the Project but will be unable to work in CSX right of way without the executed Agreement, and the City’s contractor will likely have to cease construction and remobilize (at additional cost to the City) without one cycle emergency passage
41.
ORD Approp $23,417.50 in Grant Funding from the FL Dept of Agriculture & Consumer Svcs to Support Mosquito Control Tier II Progs; Prov for Oversight by the Neighborhoods Dept, Mosquito Control Div (B.T. 26-066) (Smith) (Req of Mayor)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, TEU, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
42.
ORD Approp Grant Funding in the Amt of $350,000.00 from the FDOT, to the Monument & Regency Traffic Signal Rebuild - Other Construction Costs Acct, to Prov Funding for Design, Construction Inspection & Construction of Traffic Signalization & Related Rdwy Improvements Including New Fiber Optic Interconnect from Atrium Way/Regency Square Blvd N to Lee Rd to Prov Network Access; Amend the 26-30 5-Yr CIP Appvd by Ord 2025-505-E to Reflect this Approp of Funds to the Prov for Oversight by the Engineering & Construction Mgmt Div of the Dept of Public Works (B.T. 26-067) (Dillard) (Req of Mayor)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, TEU, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
43.
ORD Apv and Auth the Mayor, or Her Desig, and Corp Sec to Execute a Dev Agrmt Btwn the City and the UNF Board of Trustees (CCAS No. 124425) Known as the “2035 UNF Campus Master Plan Dev Agrmt,” for the UNF Located in Council Dist 3, for Improvements Identified in the Adopted 2035 UNF Campus Master Plan, Pursuant to Sec 1013.30, F.S., and Ch 655 (Concurrency and Mobility Mgmt System), Ord Code (Harvey) (Req of Mayor)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
NCSPHS PH: 6/1/26
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26 & 6/9/26
Ordinance
44.
ORD Making Certain Findings, & Apv & Auth the Public Investment Policy (PIP) of the OED to Add Endowment Grants to the Jax Fostering Filmmakers Grant Prog; Amend Sec 111.635 (Jax Film & Television Office Trust Fund), Pt 6 (Economic & Community Dev), Ch 111 (Special Rev & Trust Accts), Ord Code, to Auth Use of Trust Proceeds to Fund Endowment Grants; Replacing Former PIP as Approv by Ord 2016-382-E & Subsequently Amend by Ord 2018-370-E, Ord 2019-243-E, Ord 2022-372-E, Ord 2022-726-E, & Ord 2024-286-E (Sawyer) (Req of Mayor)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, R, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/18/26 R Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
45.
ORD Re the Charter of the Baymeadows Community Improvement Dist. (BCID) a Dependent Special Dist Estab by Ord 2021-838-E & Amended by Ord 2024-69-E, Pursuant to Sec 189.02, F.S.; Amend Sec 2 of Ord 2021-838-E as Amend by Ord 2024-69-E to Amend the Charter of the BCID to Req City Council Appvl for Propty Acqs Over $100, & Subsequent to the Terms of the Initial Brd of Supervisors to Req at Least 1 Member of the Brd of Supervisors Be a Commercial Propty Owner or Their Design Rep, to Req City Council Dist Member Appt & City Council Conf for All Brd Supervisors, to Reduce the No. of At-Large Supervisors From 3 to 1, & to Fill Vacancies on Interim Basis by Super-Majority of Brd, & Correcting Various Scrivenor’s Errors; Req 1 Cycle Emerg Passage (MacGillis) (Introduced by CM Arias)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Emergency/Amend/Approve 7-0
5/19/26 F Emergency/Amend/Approve 7-0
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
event-item-117497
AMENDMENT
1. Clarify that initial Board of Supervisors is being revised to reflect current membership
2. Place revised Second Revised Charter on file to correct listing of Initial Supervisors
3. Correct scrivener’s errors
• Approves the Second Revised Charter for the Baymeadows Community Improvement District (“BCID”) to:
- Require Council approval for property purchases over $100 rather than approval by 60% of
the electors of the District
- Following expiration of the 7-member Initial Board of Supervisors on 6/30/30:
• Reduce the number of "At-Large" Supervisors from 3 to 1, for a new total of 5
Supervisors
• Require at least one “Area Group” Supervisor to be a commercial property owner or their
designated representative
• Provide for appointment of Supervisors by the District Council Member with
confirmation by Council rather than by vote of qualified electors within the BCID
• Fill vacancies on an interim basis by a two-thirds vote of the Board
• Provide for terms of two years for “Area Group” Supervisors and four years for
“At Large” Supervisors
• Remove requirement that Supervisors must be a qualified elector in the State of Florida
• The nature of the emergency is to remove the provisions involving the Supervisor of Elections prior to the qualification period in June
46.
ORD Approp $3,371.63 from a Rebate Commission - Piggyback Supply Contracts Acct to a Dues & Subscriptions Acct within the ASPS Buying & Admin - Financial & Admin Activity to Prov Funding for the City’s Amazon Subscription (B.T. 26-062) (Dillard) (Req of Mayor)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: F
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
47.
ORD Approp Previously Unappropriated Investment Pool Earnings with the Downtown Economic Dev Fund to a Gateway N4 Contingency Acct within the Downtown Economic Dev Fund in the Amt of $1,100,000; Prov the Purpose for the Approp (Lavie) (Introduced by CM J. Carlucci)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: F
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
48.
ORD Apv & Auth the Mayor, or Her Desig, & the Corp Sec, to Execute & Deliver, for & on Behalf of the City, an Amended & Restated Restrictive Covenants & Parking Rights Agrmt btwn Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Florida, Inc. & the City, to, in Pt, Remove the Nighttime & Weekend Parking Rights of the Gen Public & Instead Prov 24/7 Parking Availability to the JSO for Its Use in Connection with the City’s Lease with BCBS for JSO’s Headquarters, & Eliminate Any Obligation of BCBS to Repay the $3,500,000 Parking Garage Grant to the City; Prov for Oversight by the Office of the Mayor, or Her Desig, of the Amended Parking Agrmt (Sawyer) (Introduced by CM Howland)
5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
5/18/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
5/19/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26
Ordinance
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AMENDMENT
1. Correct language regarding the Tourist Development Council's support of attracting the Culinary Institute to Jacksonville
2. Correct section numbering
3. Correct scrivener's errors
• Expresses Council support for the establishment of a Culinary Institute of America Southeast Campus within downtown Jacksonville and authorizes negotiation of a final term sheet and economic development incentive package in an amount not to exceed $35,000,000, subject to future Council approval and appropriation
• The nature of the emergency is that Council would like to express their support for the project in advance of the June CIA Board of Directors meeting to consider potential locations for their southeast campus
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Public Comment: LaShonda Holloway, Jalicia Lewis, Latrina Dowdell, Jake Jacobs, Bobbie O'Connor, Wells Todd, Carnell Oliver, Tyra Smude, Jonas Loh, Sam Efron, Tom Gray, Jonathon Insetta, Chad Munsey
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Additional Finance Committee discussion items:
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There was discussion about the legislative purpose for these subpoenas. Mr. Teal indicated that, based upon the content of the testimonies, there could be a need to amend the Charter as related to council's role in the creation/enforcement of JEA policies.
1. Consideration of request by the Special Investigatory Committee on JEA Matters for subpoena of Regina Ross on June 8, 2026 and June 22, 2026 (if needed)
Motion/2nd (Diamond/Salem) to issue a subpoena to Ms. Ross for June 8, 2026 and June 22, 2026. Approved 8-0
2. Consideration of request by the Special Investigatory Committee on JEA Matters for subpoena of Jody Brooks on June 8, 2026
Motion/2nd (Diamond/Salem) to issue a subpoena to Ms. Brooks, for June 8, 2026, with requested documents one week prior (June 1).
Approved 8-0
3. Consideration of request by the Special Investigatory Committee on JEA Matters for subpoena of Vickie Cavey on June 22, 2026
Motion/2nd (Diamond/Salem) to issue a subpoena to Ms. Cavey, for June 22, 2026, with requested documents one week prior (June 15).
Approved 8-0
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NOTE: The next regular meeting will be held Tuesday, June 2, 2026.
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