Citizens Planning Committee and Grant Reviews Highlight Jacksonville’s Monday Government Schedule

Community Governance and Advisory Sessions Lead Today’s Agenda

Today, Monday, February 23, 2026, Jacksonville’s municipal government shifts its focus toward neighborhood-level planning and the distribution of critical public health resources. While the full City Council is not scheduled to convene for its regular session until tomorrow, several key committees and advisory boards are meeting today to advance the city's administrative and social priorities.

Southeast Citizens Planning Advisory Committee (SE CPAC)

A primary highlight of this evening is the meeting of the Southeast Citizens Planning Advisory Committee (SE CPAC). Scheduled for 6:30 p.m., the committee will host a hybrid session both in person at the Mandarin Senior Center on Hartley Road and virtually via Zoom. These committees serve as a vital link between residents and City Hall, providing a forum for neighbors to review and comment on local issues including zoning changes, neighborhood improvements, and public safety initiatives.

Grants Committee Evaluates Opioid Crisis Response

Earlier this afternoon at 2:00 p.m., the Opioid and Substance Use Disorder (OSUD) Grants Committee met to continue its evaluation of funding requests and program performance. This committee is tasked with overseeing the allocation of resources dedicated to combating the addiction epidemic in Duval County. Today’s session is part of an ongoing effort to ensure that the city’s multi-million dollar investments in treatment and recovery services are reaching the most effective community partners.

Town Hall with Council Member Ken Amaro

In addition to formal committee work, Council Member Ken Amaro is hosting a February Town Hall meeting tonight at 6:00 p.m. These town halls provide a platform for District 1 residents to engage directly with their representative on legislative matters and local concerns. Amaro has recently been active in discussions regarding city infrastructure and the transparency of municipal utilities.

Political Context: JEA Controversy and State Oversight

Today’s meetings take place against a backdrop of significant tension between the executive and legislative branches of the city government. Mayor Donna Deegan recently held a press conference to address what she termed a "smear campaign" against JEA CEO Vicky Cavey. The dispute involves Council President Kevin Carrico, who has raised concerns regarding leadership stability at the public utility. Furthermore, the administration continues to navigate a criminal subpoena from the Florida Attorney General’s office regarding the city's immigration-related policies, a development that dominated last week’s council chambers and continues to influence the local political climate.

• OSUD Grants Committee: Convened at 2:00 p.m. at City Hall.
• Council Member Amaro Town Hall: Begins at 6:00 p.m.
• Southeast CPAC Meeting: Begins at 6:30 p.m. at Mandarin Senior Center.