Upcoming Dates

2010/2011 Budget Hearing Meeting Dates

Notice is hereby given that Finance Chair, Daniel Davis will meet with the Finance Committee members in Council Chambers located at 117 W. Duval St., 1st Floor, St. James Building on the following dates to discuss the 2010-2011 Budget.

Thurs., 8/12/10 – 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (break from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.)

Thurs., 8/19/10 – 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (break from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.)

Thurs., 8/26/10 – 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (break from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.)

The 2010 City Budget Workshops have concluded and the Final Report can be downloaded from the Resources page.

Community Development Division

This division rehabilitates and redevelops blighted areas, fosters town center initiatives and provides services to low and moderate income residents of Jacksonville. Activities undertaken by this division include providing services to seniors and at-risk youth, rehabilitation of community centers, parks, and infrastructure improvements. Homeless prevention and facilities and services for homeless persons and families are also provided.

In addition, the division coordinates the activities of the city’s six Citizen’s Planning Advisory Committees. This division works with public and private non-profit agencies to achieve the goals and to facilitate fair and equal housing for low and moderate income citizens.

Budget:

In 2010, the Community Development Division’s budget is $9,300,000 coming from a variety of federal and state grants.

Click here to view a detailed breakdown of the Housing and Neighborhoods Department budget.

Did You Know?

In 2010, the Community Development Division will create more than 500 jobs in Jacksonville by utilizing stimulus dollars to support green industry development.