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2027 FIND Project Review and Prioritization

Summary

Jacksonville gets matching grants from the Florida Inland Navigation District for boat ramps, docks, and waterway projects. The subcommittee picked which projects to request funding for in 2027 — directly shaping what boaters and anglers get built next year.

At a glance

Total mentions
5
Last 30 days
1

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 21, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

The recommended projects total millions in local and state matching dollars, including a $2 million FIND request for Sisters Creek and a $36 million construction figure for the Tanzler Marina.

✅Who benefits

Boaters, kayakers, and anglers across Jacksonville get improved ramps, docks, and shoreline access.

⚠️Who could be affected

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Mentions & discussions (5)

MeetingOct 21, 2026

Jacksonville Waterways Commission — October 21, 2026

Jacksonville gets matching grants from the Florida Inland Navigation District for boat ramps, docks, and waterway projects. The subcommittee picked which projects to request funding for in 2027 — directly shaping what boaters and anglers get built next year.

MeetingAug 3, 2026approved

Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee — August 3, 2026

Councilman Boylan secured $750,000 in CBA funds to finally dredge Deep Bottom Creek, addressing a silt buildup problem years in the making. Once dredged, the newly created Deep Bottom Creek Special District will maintain the creek.

MeetingJul 21, 2026

Transportation, Energy & Utilities Committee — July 21, 2026

A representative presented an overview of an upcoming emergency bill to amend a submerged land lease for a marina near the Four Seasons project in time for football season.

MeetingJun 10, 2026approved

Jacksonville Waterways Commission — June 10, 2026

Residents and commissioners discussed securing funding for a comprehensive watershed analysis to address sedimentation and shoaling issues in Hogpen Creek.

MeetingMay 13, 2026approved

Jacksonville Waterways Commission — May 13, 2026

Parks department staff discussed public feedback and future plans to dredge the downtown St. Johns Marina boat ramp area to address sedimentation issues. Officials noted that while extending the ramp further has been requested by citizens, funding and traffic constraints remain challenges.

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