Boyer fulfilling “busy woman” adage
Councilwoman takes on huge new task fraught with issues By Kate A. Hallock Resident Community News Halfway into her four-year term, and coming off a two-week council break that included a lot of homework – District 5 Councilwoman Lori Boyer, is ready to tackle some very weighty issues, beginning with a new appointment. Shortly after […]
Sheriff’s wish list – Remove unfunded pension liability
City needs to deal with “elephant in the room” By Kate A. Hallock Resident Community News When it comes to your wish list of city spending, where you put your financial priorities is directly related to what you believe is the number one function of local government. In the case of the current budget battle, […]
Interest in historic neighborhoods spurs change
NEFAR’s budget shifts from Downtown Council to Historic Area Council By Lorrie DeFrank Resident Community News As more people are moving into attractive neighborhoods close to downtown Jacksonville, the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors (NEFAR) has revived its Historic Area Council to support members and others involved in selling and revitalizing homes in areas that […]
Residents help to identify priorities for Downtown and neighborhoods
Distinctive Neighborhoods task force meets By Kate A. Hallock Resident Community News What’s in the Neighborhood Bill of Rights and why is that important? Members of a task force convened last month at WJCT Studios, the soon-to-be new home of Jacksonville Community Council Inc. (JCCI), to start the discussion on strengthening local government communications and […]
Development of East San Marco on the verge… once again
By Lara Patangan Resident Community News Good things come to those who wait, and San Marco residents’ have waited a long time for the development of East San Marco on the corner of Hendricks Avenue and Atlantic Boulevard. While the wait isn’t over, the developers are pursuing the details of the project to assure the […]
Across the board budget cuts to affect Balis community center
Increased millage rate would be the lifesaver needed to stay open By Lara Patangan Resident Community News Alba and Sheffield Balis never had children of their own, but through a generous bequest to the City of Jacksonville gaggles of children delight in the community center they made possible. While Balis Recreation Center accommodates many uses, […]
Busy attorneys find time to spin tales of intrigue, suspense and fantasy
Timothy J. McDermott, 63, a shareholder with the law firm of Akerman Senterfitt, practices in civil litigation and loves a good story. “I have always enjoyed being creative. Whether it be in how I approach legal issues in the practice of law, or my avocation of painting acrylic artwork (www.tmacgallery.com), or my relationships with my […]
Swimming with gators holds no allure for locals
While many people feel that it’s great to be a Florida Gator, they are usually referring to their affection for the football team. The idea of swimming with a gator nearby is actually not so great. That is why San Marco resident Talmadge Hunt was so alarmed to see an eight-foot alligator swimming next to […]
