Greetings, everyone.  I pray this missive reaches each of you doing well. 

I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of the late former Jacksonville City Council President, and Council Member, the incomparable, Mr. Tommy Hazouri. I extend my prayers and condolences to his family and loved ones.
 
Council Member Hazouri’s sharp wit, wisdom and humor will be sorely missed. I pray for  us all who knew and loved him. 
 

It is with profound sadness that the Hazouri family announces the passing of our devoted husband and loving father, Tommy Hazouri, on Saturday, September 11, 2021.  

A son of Jacksonville, Tommy spent a lifetime helping his neighbors build a better community. Those who knew him understood he could not have had it any other way.  

He spent his final days at peace surrounded by his family and friends; and in typical Tommy fashion, there was no shortage of laughing, reminiscing, and holding loved ones close. He is survived by his wife Carol and son Tommy Jr. 

Tommy lived his life with a certain mantra in mind. In times of intense fury, overwhelming sorrow, or unpredictable turmoil, he always insisted people put differences aside and come together. This optimism was especially important to him in recent years. 

As we grieve Tommy’s passing with the Jacksonville community, we ask that you honor his memory by doing something good today for someone with whom you may have had a quarrel or a disagreement. There are infinite opportunities to help each other in our daily lives, but only a finite number of days to do it. 

We will miss Tommy dearly, but we know his legacy will live on through the people — and the city — he loved so much.

The University of Florida and The University of Georgia Will Play Their Annual Fall Baseball Game at 121 Financial Ball Park in Jacksonville, Florida on October 29, 2021

UPDATE: Thursday, September 9, 2021, 8:27 a.m. - Mindy has been downgraded to a tropical depression this morning. Continue to remain weather aware and #axReady. Sign up for free emergency alerts from ALERTJAX here: JaxReady.com/ALERTJAX

Natural and human factors contribute to climate change
 

The Senior Services Division will be hosting a program honoring the 20^th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks for members of the RSVP, Foster Grandparent and Independent Living Program on Thursday, September 9, 2021.

In observance of Labor Day, several City government offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, Sept. 6.

The Mayor's Community Based Crime Reduction Program and The New Town Success Zone strives to continue meeting residents' needs in critically important areas, such as housing, education, health services, and food security.
 

Enjoy the long weekend with a new furry friend