The Memorial Park Association has met the $20,000 challenge issued by the Delores Barr Weaver Restoration Challenge Grant campaign fund.
The campaign was launched in early June after the fund offered to match $20,000 raised specifically for restoration of the park’s facilities, including the entry gate and the fencing along Riverside Avenue.
“Not only did it provide an opportunity to earmark money for numerous restoration needs, it widened the circle of supporters and network of patrons of the park,” said Agnes Danciger, president of the association.
“Being able to meet the challenge within a two-month window is evidence of how much Memorial Park is treasured by our community,” Danciger said.
For information on the association, visit memparkjax.org.
Free Firehouse Subs promotion returns for Jaguars fans
Firehouse Subs renewed its partnership this season with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Fans can receive a free medium sub from participating Firehouse Subs restaurants when the Jaguars kick a field goal of 40 yards or more. Fans must purchase a medium sub, chips and drink to be eligible for the free sandwich.
The partnership between the Jaguars and Firehouse Subs also supports an ongoing commitment to give back to the community’s first responders. The Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation will donate life-saving equipment to several Jacksonville-area public safety organizations during pre-game ceremonies at the Nov. 19 matchup against the Tennessee Titans.
Fans can register for the promotion at jaguars.com/firehousesubs. Those who participated in the promotion last year will need to register for this year.
JLL named exclusive leasing agent for two Pattillo parks
JLL is the exclusive leasing agent for Pattillo Industrial Real Estate’s Westside and NorthPoint industrial parks.
Westside is a 5.5 million-square-foot development off Pritchard Road. NorthPoint comprises 1.5 million square feet in a facility on Port Jacksonville Parkway.
JLL Vice President Luke Pope, who leads the firm’s industrial practice in Jacksonville, will oversee the leasing efforts.
The parks are the first leasing assignment to be outsourced from Pattillo Industrial in Florida as the firm moves to increase focus on acquisitions and new development.
“The current market called for a shift in our real estate strategy. By leveraging JLL’s strong marketing and leasing capabilities, we are able to focus our energy on new development and asset acquisition,” said Peter Anderson, vice president at Pattillo.
Small business program offered at Edward Waters
Edward Waters College continues its collaboration with the U.S. Small Business Administration this semester to help boost local business while developing the next generation of entrepreneurs.
A free Entrepreneurship Certificate Program being offered through EWC’s Business Administration Program will begin Sept. 11.
The seven-week course covers the basic concepts of starting a business including developing business and marketing plans; attracting funding; securing state certification and licenses; hiring and managing personnel; and understanding accounting, budgeting and taxes.
“Eight out of 10 businesses fail within the first 18 months that they are started because of lack of knowledge. This program will help provide vital information and resources that will help entrepreneurs become part of the 20 percent who do succeed,” said EWC Department of Business Administration Chair Francis Ikeokwu.
The program is open to the public, EWC students and alumni. Entrepreneurship certificates will be awarded to individuals who successfully complete all seven sessions.
Contact Kenneth Hamilton at (904) 443-1910 for information.
Jacksonville Beach company wins Jaguars, Web.com contest
Modasten Inc., a Jacksonville Beach-based company that makes sunglasses from recycled skateboard wood, won the Small Business Breakthrough contest sponsored by the Jacksonville Jaguars and Web.com.
“This was looking at all the creative talent in Jacksonville, looking at the companies and really helping promote the local economy,” Jaguars owner Shad Khan said. “We want economic growth and the Jaguars can play a big role in that.”
Modasten was selected from nearly 500 applicants.
The grand prize is a complete digital makeover from Web.com and a 2015 Jaguars sponsorship, valued at more than $250,000.
The final round of the competition, called The Cage, was composed of a panel of five judges: Khan; Jaguars President Mark Lamping; Web.com CEO David Brown; Jaime Weston, NFL senior vice president, marketing, brand and creative; and Camille Lee-Johnson, Lee Wesley Companies executive vice president.
Modasten’s digital makeover from Web.com includes a custom website; digital strategy session to boost customer reach – SEO/SEM, advertising and email marketing.
West Regional Library celebrating 10 years with Aug. 29 party
The Jacksonville Public Library will mark the 10th anniversary of the opening of the West Regional Library with a community celebration Aug. 29.
City Council member Doyle Carter will present a resolution recognizing the library’s decade of service to the community. The event is open to the public.
The event is 2-5 p.m. at the library, 1425 S. Chaffee Road, and will include live music, crafts, storytelling, a puppet show, door prizes and refreshments.
Elizabeth Reichert named senior VP at Hallmark Partners
NAI Hallmark Partners hired Elizabeth Reichert as senior vice president of property management.
Riechert leads a team of property managers who oversee the Northeast Florida properties the company owns and manages, including EverBank Plaza, 95 Corporate Center and the Acosta Building.
“Our search took many months with candidates within and outside the market,” said Dave Auchter, executive vice president at NAI Hallmark Partners. “We see it as a real coup to welcome one of the best in our market allowing us to add incredible insights and value to our clients.”
Career assistance for veterans offered Thursday at City Hall
The city’s Military Affairs and Veterans Department is hosting its free monthly career and employment counseling seminar for veterans, transitioning military members and their families from 3-6 p.m. Thursday.
Those who attend will receive assistance with career counseling, resume writing, interview preparation and translation of military skills to civilian jobs.
The seminar is in Suite 120 at City Hall and held in coordination with the Jacksonville Military Veterans Coalition and Hero 2 Hired.
Sheriff visiting Grand Park neighborhood
The next sheriff’s neighborhood crime prevention walk is Saturday in the Grand Park community.
The walk begins at 10:30 a.m. at First Chronicles Baptist Church, 2559 W. 30th St.
This is the second neighborhood walk for Sheriff Mike Williams, who took office July 1. His first was July 11 at Eureka Gardens Apartments.