Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Jacksonville public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in environment
Department of Interior letter of support
The commission will consider signing onto a letter of support involving the federal Department of Interior, which manages the Timucuan preserve lands along the waterways.
St. Johns River Water Quality and Manatee Monitoring
Recent storms dropped the river's salinity, blue-green algae south of town tested toxin-free, and manatee deaths haven't risen. A commissioner asked whether Oak Creek Preserve construction contributed to an August manatee death; without a necropsy, no one can say for sure.
Harm's Ledge Marine Artificial Reef Grant
Four projects worth over $7 million could improve boater access around Jacksonville — new transient docks at Sisters Creek, a kayak launch and fishing pier at Wayne B. Stevens, a rebuilt downtown boat ramp, and a new bulkhead at Stinson Park. The city's asking FIND for about $3.3 million.