The Jacksonville Ethics Commission is currently accepting applications for a vacancy on the Ethics Commission. The Ethics Commission has a long, distinguished history in the City of Jacksonville of ensuring transparent and open government for the citizens.  Among its many outstanding accomplishments, the Ethics Commission has drafted and implemented the Jacksonville Ethics Code and successfully assisted in the establishment of an independent Office of Ethics, Compliance and Oversight that is primarily responsible for administering the Ethics Code.

The City of Jacksonville invites residents and visitors to Metropolitan Park (1410 Gator Bowl Blvd. - 32202) to join in the 25th Annual World of Nations Celebration. The event offers visitors the opportunity to explore 30 countries in a single visit without leaving Jacksonville.

In observance of Presidents’ Day, the following city government offices and facilities will be closed Monday, Feb. 20.

The Jacksonville Historic Preservation Commission is requesting nominations for its annual awards ceremony.  Nomination forms with information on eligibility, judging and nominating procedures are available through the Planning and Development Department or at www.coj.net/PreservationAwards.

Commission encourages nominations for awards showcasing local beautification efforts.

Today, Governor Rick Scott announced that over $16 million in research funding was awarded to 16 different projects through the Bankhead-Coley Cancer Research Program and the James and Esther King Biomedical Research Program. These funds, dispersed among a number of universities and cancer research centers across the state, will support researchers in their efforts to improve prevention, diagnosis, treatment and to develop cures for cancer and tobacco-related diseases.

To coincide with the reopening of the main entrance to City Hall, after several months of renovations and improvements, historical displays are now in place in the five westernmost windows along Duval Street, facing Hemming Park.

Discover great parks, people and places you'll find only here in Jacksonville.

Stay up to date with the latest news and happenings around the City of Jacksonville with this video series, ICYMI (In Case You Missed It.)

Park Sustained Extensive Damage from Hurricane Matthew

The City of Jacksonville has earned the Citizen-Engaged Community designation from the Public Technology Institute (PTI) for 2016 - 2018. This honor recognizes that Jacksonville is a national leader in providing a centralized contact center through 630-CITY that effectively utilizes new technology for fast, friendly and responsive service for citizens.

Friends of Hemming Park is proud to host the following programs and events in Hemming Park located at 135 W. Monroe Street in the heart of Downtown Jacksonville. All activities listed below are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted.

Goal is to train 10,000 over three years to recognize signs of mental distress; address mental health crisis in our community 

City of Jacksonville Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) non-profit partner -- Friends of Jacksonville Animals (FOJA), has requested a few items that are running extremely low at the shelter.