Public Notice: Jacksonville City Council Meetings and Infrastructure Updates

Official City Meeting Schedule: March 12, 2026

The City of Jacksonville has scheduled several public meetings for Thursday, March 12, 2026. Residents are encouraged to attend these sessions to stay informed on local governance and community development.

• Value Adjustment Board (VAB): The 2025 VAB will hold its monthly meeting today at 11:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers, located on the 1st Floor of City Hall at St. James, 117 West Duval Street.
• Northwest Jacksonville Economic Development Fund (NWJEDF): The Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet at 3:30 p.m. to discuss ongoing economic initiatives and grant allocations for the northwest quadrant of the city.
• District 2 Noticed Public Meeting: Council Member Mike Gay will host a community meeting at 6:00 p.m. at the Heckscher Drive Community Club (9364 Heckscher Dr). The primary agenda item is the discussion of Ordinance 2026-0060, regarding a rezoning request at 10028 Heckscher Drive to permit a commercial storage facility.

Public Works and Infrastructure Advisories

The Department of Public Works continues progress on several major Capital Improvement Plan projects. Motorists and residents should be aware of active construction zones:

• McCoy’s Creek Greenway: Construction remains active between Leland Street and Margaret Street. This phase includes the installation of pedestrian bridges, boardwalks, and a new shared-use path. Residents should expect intermittent sidewalk closures in the surrounding area through the end of the month.
• Siversmith Creek Bridge: Maintenance work on Atlantic Blvd (SR 10) continues, including milling, resurfacing, and the construction of new bridge railings and sidewalks. Reduced lane widths may be in effect during off-peak hours.
• Riverfront Plaza Phase I: Construction activity remains high at the former Jacksonville Landing site as crews work on the great lawn and rooftop playground structures.

Health and Environmental Notices

Drought Restrictions: The St. Johns River Water Management District has issued a Phase II drought declaration for Duval County. Effective immediately, residential landscape irrigation is limited to one day per week until further notice. This measure is intended to stabilize regional water resources following an unusually dry winter season.

Water Conservation Grant: JEA has been awarded a $3 million grant from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. These funds are designated for water conservation programs, including customer incentives for WaterSense-certified products to further reduce local demand.

Public Health Update: Following the report of five confirmed measles cases in Duval County earlier this season, the City’s Chief Health Officer continues to urge parents to ensure children are up to date on vaccinations. The Florida Department of Health in Duval County remains active in contact tracing and monitoring to prevent further transmission.