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.

Housing & Neighborhoods Department

The Housing and Neighborhoods Department ensures affordable housing for those who require assistance, funds activities to redevelop blighted areas, and administers the Northwest Jacksonville Economic Development Fund and the Jacksonville Housing Finance Authority. Its purpose is to coordinate outreach efforts throughout Jacksonville’s many neighborhoods, and department staff works to build communication within neighborhoods so that residents may meet common goals.

The department consists of:

  • Office of the Director – Oversees all operations of the department, including the administration and management of Jacksonville’s housing and community development programs. In addition, staff provides financial and compliance services to the Housing and Neighborhoods Department.
  • Community Development Division – This division rehabilitates and redevelops blighted areas, fosters town center initiatives and works to responsibly relocate families displaced by these activities.
  • Housing Services Division – This division manages housing-related initiatives to ensure affordable housing for low- and moderate-income persons.
  • Jacksonville Housing Finance Authority– Addresses affordable housing needs in the city by stimulating construction and rehabilitation of housing through use of public financing.

Budget:

The total budget, which includes an Other Fund and Special Revenue Fund for Housing Department is $52,489,701.

The General Fund - GSD transfer is $269,268.