The City of Jacksonville (COJ), in partnership with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development - Jacksonville Field Office (HUD), is proud to announce the inaugural COJ/HUD Public-Philanthropic Initiative Award.

Three local students have been selected as the winners of the 2021 Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast Tomorrow’s Leaders presented by VyStar Credit Union essay contest. The announcement was made Tuesday, Jan. 5, by Mayor Lenny Curry, who made unexpected visits to the students’ schools and virtual classroom to share the news in front of their teachers and classmates.

The City of Jacksonville’s Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) suggests easy tips to help keep your pets safe this holiday.

In observance of New Year’s Day, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed Friday, Jan. 1, 2021.

Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) wants pet owners to not only set health and wellness goals for themselves this year, but to set similar goals for their pets.

The City of Jacksonville invites residents and visitors Downtown to ring in the New Year with fireworks shining bright over the St. Johns River. The traditional fireworks show will begin at midnight on Jan. 1, 2021.
 

In observance of Christmas, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed Thursday, Dec. 24, and Friday, Dec.  25.

Starting Friday, Dec. 18, at 9 a.m., the City of Jacksonville will provide another round of funds for businesses affected by the pandemic through its Small Business Relief Program. Along with offering financial support to those who lost revenue due to the impact of COVID-19, the program was designed to encourage approved businesses to retain their employees.

Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) and the Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) are inviting residents to participate in the Silent Night program by fostering a shelter pet through the holiday.

The Eviction and Foreclosure Prevention Program is moving into its second phase, providing support to local business owners. The application for commercial properties will be available at JacksonvilleCares.com at noon Thursday, Dec. 10. The program launched phase one at the beginning of the month with assistance for residential properties.

Celebrate the Holidays in James Weldon Johnson Park

By highlighting our city’s black-owned restaurants, we are presenting an opportunity for citizens to discover dining spaces, gain exposure to and develop an appreciation for new food, and support local businesses and communities,” said Mayor Lenny Curry. “I am proud that Jacksonville is one of the first cities in Florida to participate in Black Restaurant Week and look forward to it becoming a tradition.”

Program Will be Available for Residential and Commercial Properties
 

In observance of Thanksgiving, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed Thursday, Nov. 26, and Friday, Nov.  27.