Culinary Institute of America Downtown Campus Incentive

Spoke in support of the CIA downtown campus, highlighting the critical need for qualified culinary staff in the local restaurant industry.

Expressed strong support for bringing the Culinary Institute of America to downtown Jacksonville to help address the severe shortage of skilled restaurant workers.

Shared personal experience as a CIA graduate and former Napa Valley campus employee, noting how a culinary institute transforms a region's economy.

Argued that the culinary school will help local restaurants recruit trained talent and keep local talent from leaving the city.

Supported the CIA project, noting that Jacksonville needs culinary innovation and strong professional training to compete with major cities.