City of Jacksonville Leading by Example with Family Friendly Parental Leave Option

This morning, Mayor Lenny Curry and his wife Molly joined City of Jacksonville, Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) and Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD) officials at a news conference to announce a new employee policy that offers parents employed by the City six weeks of paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child.
 

September is National Senior Center Month, an observance dedicated to promoting a positive image of aging and showcasing local senior centers throughout the country.
 

In observance of Labor Day, the following city government offices and facilities will be closed Monday, Sept. 3.

Continuing his commitment to investments that reflect and demonstrate significant support of public safety priorities, Mayor Lenny Curry has authorized the transfer of $50,000 in executive branch funds to be allocated for community-led STOP THE VIOLENCE efforts. These funds, managed by the City’s grants office, will be awarded to youth- and faith-based organizations that serve citizens and communities in areas most impacted by violence and crime.
 

One human case of West Nile virus(WNV) infection has been confirmed in Duval County, according to the Florida Department of Health in Duval County (DOH-Duval). This single human case increases the concern for transmission.

Are you a military veteran who received a letter from the Department of Defense stating that you are eligible for a tax refund?

Today, Governor Rick Scott announced that the Jacksonville area added 21,800 new private-sector jobs in the past year, creating the fourth-highest number of jobs among all Florida metro areas.

Thumbtack Releases Annual Small Business Friendliness Survey Ranking All 50 States and 57 Cities
 

The City of Jacksonville and its partners continue to offer a number of resources and tools to support the development and success of local small businesses.

As thousands of kids head back to school throughout Duval County, the City of Jacksonville Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department is kicking off another year of afterschool activities for kids of all ages through the Club Rec and Teen Warehouse programs.

Saturday, September 15, 2018

Governor Rick Scott announced that the Jacksonville area added 21,600 new private-sector jobs in the past year, creating the third-highest number of jobs among all Florida metro areas. Jacksonville’s unemployment rate was a low 3.7 percent in June, down 0.5 percentage point from one year ago. Statewide, Florida businesses created 16,900 new jobs in June bringing the total number of new private-sector jobs created in Florida to 1,554,800 since December 2010.

Citizens looking for a new furry companion are encouraged to stop by Animal Care and Protective Services’ (ACPS) adoption event, sponsored by PetSmart Charities, this weekend at PetSmart Regency (356 Monument Rd. - 32225).

“A week ago, as I sat on the south bank of the St. Johns, my family and I enjoyed the fireworks and celebrations with our downtown as a backdrop. As the fun of the evening faded and we returned home, I spent some time reflecting about our city and our nation. My grandfathers and my father came to mind as I thought of the many men, women and families who have sacrificed by serving in our military to defend our way of life.
 

It’s not only summertime, it’s summertime in Florida which could mean dangerously hot temperatures for everyone, including pets.