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By Mike Mendenhall
June 6, 2023

Mayor-elect Deegan announces transition team committees, leads

The seven focus areas show policy priorities on infrastructure, health care, public safety, economic development, arts and culture, community outreach and veterans issues.

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By Mike Mendenhall
June 2, 2023

JEA hires Helen Materazzi for new VP of organizational effectiveness role

The 30-year veteran in human resources will be paid $225,000 annually and arrives as JEA faces a workforce with 30% eligible for retirement.

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By Mike Mendenhall
May 31, 2023

JTA automated vehicle project could start Bay Street construction this year

Jacksonville Transportation Authority officials gave an update on the $400 million U2C project May 31 at its National Automated Vehicle Day event.

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By Mike Mendenhall
May 30, 2023

Eagle LNG’s Jacksonville operation key to Caribbean market expansion

The Houston-based natural gas supplier is working toward final federal approval to complete its North Jacksonville facility.

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By Mike Mendenhall
May 26, 2023

Mark VanLoh: Airport growth, capital projects and a possible London flight

The Jacksonville Aviation Authority CEO’s contract was renewed for three years as the airport forecasts record passenger volume in 2023.

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By Mike Mendenhall
May 25, 2023

Jacksonville Mayor-elect Donna Deegan introduces transition team at City Hall

The Democrat outlined her immediate priorities including reforming the city’s building permit process, restarting the Jacksonville Journey and hiring more police officers.

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By Karen Brune Mathis
May 25, 2023

City paid $4 million to GE Oil & Gas and successor in compliance with incentives agreement

The manufacturing plant, now owned by Baker Hughes, is closing in 2024 after nine years of operation.

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By Mike Mendenhall
May 24, 2023

Cosentino plans to break ground on $270 million manufacturing facility in January 2025

City Council approved the deal May 23 for the Spain-based architectural surface company’s multiphase project at Cecil Commerce Center.

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By Mike Mendenhall
May 18, 2023

DIA approves $6.033 million loan package for Jones Bros. rehab

Corner Lot Development Group plans a $16.7 million renovation of the historic Downtown furniture company building, but plans for an addition have slowed.

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By Mike Mendenhall
May 18, 2023

DIA board approves increases in time and incentives for RiversEdge

City Council will have the final say whether or not to increase the property tax refund for the Southbank project from $56 million to $97.98 million.

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By Mike Mendenhall
May 16, 2023

In concession speech, Daniel Davis pledges to ‘do everything I can’ to support mayor-elect

The JAX Chamber president and Republican lost his May 16 runoff to Democrat Donna Deegan by 4 points

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By J. Brooks Terry
May 16, 2023

Jacksonville mayoral winner Donna Deegan: ‘We made history tonight’

The Democrat will become the first woman to serve as the city’s top elected official.

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By Dan Macdonald
May 16, 2023

Joyce Morgan wins narrow victory for Duval County property appraiser

Republicans retain a 14-5 majority on the Jacksonville City Council.

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By Mike Mendenhall
May 16, 2023

Attorney for Iguana says Four Seasons is ‘signed up’ for Jacksonville hotel project

The Driver, McAfee, Hawthorne & Diebenow lawyer made the comments in a presentation to the Downtown Development Review Board to request design modifications to the project.

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By Mike Mendenhall
May 15, 2023

Designs approved for Amkin Hogan’s proposed 10-story Bay Street garage expansion

The Miami-based building owner intends to add 500 parking spaces to the parking structure near the Skyway and TIAA Bank Center.

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