Welcome to "The Beach Life" newsletter. This resource, directly from the City of Jacksonville Beach Government, is meant to serve as a short, informative, and meaningful way to provide news, resources, and other information to Jacksonville Beach residents and others who care about our beautiful beach community!
Photo credit: John Tesh, Jacksonville Beach photographer
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The City of Jacksonville Beach will host four different Budget Workshops to review the proposed budget for the 2025 Fiscal Year. The meetings allow each department to update the City Council and the public regarding new and ongoing projects in Jacksonville Beach.
The budget workshops will be followed by two different Budget Hearings, on September 3rd and September 16th, where City Council will vote to adopt or deny the budget.
- Friday, 8/2, 2:00 - 4:00 PM: Budget Showcase
- Monday, 8/5, 4:00 - 6:00 PM: Executive, Finance, HR, Information Services, and Legal
- Tuesday, 8/6, 5:00 - 7:00 PM: Police, Parks and Recreation, and Beaches Energy
- Monday, 8/12, 5:00 - 7:00 PM: Public Works, Planning and Development, and CRA
- Tuesday, 9/3, 5:30 PM: First Hearing
- Monday, 9/16, 5:30 PM: Second Hearing
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DID YOU KNOW…
- The Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) was signed into law by President George H.W. Bush on July 26, 1990. Can you imagine not having your basic human rights legally established until the late 1900s?!
- The purpose of the law is to ensure that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else.
- Access alterations made for individuals with disabilities benefit everyone, not just those for which the alteration is intended.
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Your feedback matters! Please take the time to complete the City’s accessibility survey by clicking here: https://form.jotform.com/242076641680053
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Due to construction delays, the south end of Gonzales Park is estimated top open in August.
The north end of the park is slated to open by September - this includes the grass fields and softball diamond.
The jogging trail and shade trees will be the last portion of the park to be completed. We estimate copletion by the end of 2024!
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This session will feature music from Alyse Doty and food from Moe's Southwest Grill! The music starts at 6:00 PM!
Every first Wednesday of the month join us for an acoustic concert under the stars. Relax on the lawn, toes in the sand (optional!), and enjoy the soulful sounds of local artists while savoring delicious bites from a featured food truck.
Think laid-back vibes, ocean breezes, and the perfect soundtrack to your Wednesday wind-down. Whether you're a music lover, a foodie, or just looking for a unique way to experience the beauty of Jacksonville Beach, SeaWalk Sessions is for you!
Here's a taste of what you can expect:
- Chill acoustic sets by talented local musicians, showcasing a variety of genres from folk and indie to blues and Americana.
- A rotating selection of food trucks dishing up mouthwatering treats to tantalize your taste buds.
- Oceanfront backdrop for the ultimate chill atmosphere.
- Free and open to the public! Come as you are, bring your friends, and soak up the good vibes.
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Cruise into Nostalgia at the Jax Beach Classic Car Cruise!
Come to Latham Plaza on Tuesday, August 28th, from 4 PM to 9 PM at Latham Plaza for a chance to:
- Marvel at a dazzling display of vintage vehicles
- Chat with car enthusiasts and learn about their prized possessions
- This is a perfect event for the whole family, whether you're a car lover or just looking for a fun night out.
To participate in the Classic Car Cruise, email Barry at shawsurf@yahoo.com.
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The City of Jacksonville Beach and Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. have partnered to provide a full, complete, and thorough review and revision to the City’s Land Development Code (LDC). The next round of Public Workshops have been scheduled to present and discuss proposed changes to the LDC. Public participation in the workshops is an important step in the process. Please plan to attend one of the workshops (tentatively scheduled for 6:00 - 7:30 PM) below:
- August 14th: Residents and Businesses
- August 22: City Board Members
- August 28th: City Council Members
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Join us for Moonlight Movies: Top Gun: Maverick! The movie starts at 8:00 PM on Septebmer 6th, but show up early for some tasty treats!
Relax under the stars at the Seawalk Pavilion with your family and friends as this new classic plays on the big screen. As always, this event is free!
Special thanks to our event sponsors: PRI, Arlington Toyota, and 96.1 WEJZ, and 99.9 Gator Country for bringing this great event to the community!
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Paid parking resumed on Friday, March 15th. For complete information, including how to register for the Resident Parking Program, click here.
Paid parking locations are the following:
- 14 1st Street North (Latham Plaza)
- 422 1st Street North
- 503 1st Street North (Pier)
- 450 2nd Street North
- 102 2nd Avenue North parking lot
- on-street parking in the 600 block of 6th Avenue North
- on-street parking in the 6th Avenue North street-end
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The City of Jacksonville Beach is hiring for several open positions! Apply to be a part of our fantastic beachside team. You'll join a group of skilled professionals partnered with a positive work environment and excellent benefits!
Open positions currently include:
- Accountant
- Equipment Operator
- Police officer
- Public Safety Communications Officer
Click here to view job descriptions and to apply: https://lnkd.in/e8Sqr7pQ
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Jacksonville Beach is working to create a multi-modal urban trails network for the City of Jacksonville Beach that provides safe access and usability for all ages and abilities of residents and visitors.
In 2021, the City of Jacksonville Beach embarked on an effort to develop an Urban Trails Master Plan. The goal was to provide City residents and visitors of all ages and abilities with a high-quality network of urban trail infrastructure that would serve as a multi-modal transportation network as well as provide a system for activity and recreation.
This Urban Trails Master Plan provides a framework for implementing such a comprehensive trail system. Utilizing public input obtained from discussions with the community, the trail plan identifies.
- A vision and framework for a city-wide, multi-use trail system.
- Links between neighborhoods, beaches, parks, commercial focal points, and natural areas.
- Routes, providing design parameters and concepts for various facility types.
For the most recent updates and to view the Construction Design Plans, click here.
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Penman Road is a City of Jacksonville roadway, so any improvements to the road are the responsibility of the City of Jacksonville. Penman Road is a roadway that accommodates vehicles, but it’s not safe for pedestrians or bicyclists.
The City of Jacksonville is providing a briefing of the updated Penman Road design to the Jacksonville Beach City Council on the evening of August 13th. The public is welcome to attend, but there will not be an opportunity for public comment. Check our website for additional information that will be published in the near future. Public notices can be found at this link once published.
In an effort to advocate for safety improvements to Penman Road, Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, and Atlantic Beach, all passed resolutions in 2019 asking the City of Jacksonville to make Penman Road a Complete Street. When the City of Jacksonville received the resolutions, they agreed to install lighted pedestrian crosswalks at 4th Ave N and 15th Ave N as an interim safety measure until long-term safety improvements could be installed. The Jacksonville City Council also approved over $20 million for a Penman Road Complete Streets Study, design of safety improvements, and construction to improve Penman Road.
Click here for full updates on the Penman Road project.
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You can now make reservations for tennis courts at the Jacksonville Beach Tennis Club, Pickleball Courts at South Beach Park, and eight cabanas at South Beach Park.
To make a reservation for the Tennis Center, click here! Reservations have court and/or membership fees, which can be paid at the tennis center with cash.
For cabanas, each unit can be booked for up to 2 hours at a time and up to 30 days in advance. Seven cabanas have BBQ grills for use; only #2 does not. The center cabana in the playground area is not included in reservations; it is for shade in the play area. To make a reservation, click here.
If you need help, please contact our Parks & Recreation office Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM at 904-247-6236 or recreation@jaxbchfl.net.
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Beach Life Rentals now manages Jacksonville Beach Pier.
The Pier has fees for walking and fishing.
- $2.00 Day Pass (non-local)
- $1.00 Day Pass (local)
- $90 Annual Pass (includes VIP discounts)
- $5.00 for day fishing (non-local)
- $4.00 for day fishing (local)
- $300 Annual Pass (includes VIP discounts)
There are now two live surf cams at the Jacksonville Beach Pier!
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For more detailed information on any of the meetings or events, visit the calendar on our website by clicking here.
City Council and Board Meetings (all meetings are in City Council Chambers unless noted otherwise)
- August 2, 2024: Budget Showcase - 2:00 PM
- August 5, 2024:
- Budget Workshop (Executive, Finance, Human Resources, Information Systems, and Legal) - 4:00 PM
- City Council Meeting - 6:00 PM
- August 6, 2024:
- Budget Workshop (Police, Parks and Recreation, and Beaches Energy) - 5:00 PM
- Board of Adjustment - 6:00 PM
- August 12, 2024:
- Budget Workshop (Public Works, Planning and Development, and Community Redevelopment Agency) - 5:00 PM
- City Council Briefing - 5:30 PM
- Planning Commission Meeting - 7:00 PM
- August 14, 2024:
- Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Workshop - 3:00 PM
- Land Development Code Workshop (Residents and Businesses) - 6:00 PM
- August 15, 2024: Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Public Art Advisory Committee Meeting - 3:00 PM
- August 19, 2024: City Council Meeting - 6:00 PM
- August 21, 2024: Board of Adjustment - 6:00 PM
- August 22, 2024: Land Development Code Workshop (Board Members) - 6:00 PM
- August 26, 2024:
- Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Meeting - 3:00 PM
- Planning Commission Meeting - 7:00 PM
- August 28, 2024:
- Special Magistrate Hearing - 2:00 PM
- Land Development Code Workshop (City Council) - 6:00 PM
- August 27, 2024: Quarterly Pension Board Meeting - 3:00 PM
- August 28, 2024: Special Magistrate Hearing - 2:00 PM
- August 29, 2024: Quarterly Pension Board Meeting (Rescheduled from 8/27) - 3:00 PM
- September 3, 2024
- FY 25 First Budget Hearing: 5:30 PM
- City Council Meeting - 6:00 PM
- September 4, 2024: Board of Adjustment - 6:00 PM
- September 9, 2024:
- City Council Briefing - 5:30 PM (City Hall Council Chambers Conference Room, 1st Floor)
- Planning Commission Meeting - 7:00 PM
- September 11, 2024: Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Workshop - 3:00 PM
- September 16, 2024
- FY 25 Second Budget Hearing: 5:30PM
- City Council Meeting - 6:00 PM
- September 17, 2024: Board of Adjustment - 6:00 PM
- September 19, 2024: Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Public Art Advisory Committee Meeting - 3:00 PM
- September 23, 2024:
- Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Meeting - 3:00 PM
- Planning Commission Meeting - 7:00 PM
- September 25, 2024: Special Magistrate Hearing - 2:00 PM
Community Events
- August 3, 2024: Beaches Green Market - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Penman Park)
- August 7, 2024: Seawalk Sessions featuring Alyse Doty - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Latham Plaza & Seawalk Pavilion)
- August 10, 2024: Beaches Green Market - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Penman Park)
- August 17, 2024: Beaches Green Market - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Penman Park)
- August 24, 2024: Beaches Green Market - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Penman Park)
- August 27, 2024:
- Jax Beach Classic Car Cruise - 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Latham Plaza & Seawalk Pavilion)
- Beaches Green Market - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Penman Park)
- August 31, 2024: Beaches Green Market - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Penman Park)
- September 4, 2024: Seawalk Sessions featuring Reggie Starrett - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Latham Plaza & Seawalk Pavilion)
- September 6, 2024: Moonlight Movie - Top Gun: Maverick - 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
- September 7, 2024:
- Sisters of the Sea Surf Classic - 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (On the beach, 300 feet south of the Jax Beach Pier)
- Beaches Green Market - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Penman Park)
- September 14, 2024: Beaches Green Market - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Penman Park)
- September 21, 2024: Beaches Green Market - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Penman Park)
- September 24, 2024: Jax Beach Classic Car Cruise - 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Latham Plaza & Seawalk Pavilion)
- September 28, 2024: Beaches Green Market - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Penman Park)
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From April 1st through September 30th, dogs are only allowed on the beach BEFORE 9am and AFTER 5pm.
Year-round rules:
- Dogs must be on a leash 8 feet or shorter
- Dogs must wear proof of valid rabies vaccination
- Dog waste must be picked up and disposed of
- Dogs are not allowed on the sand dunes at any time
Dogs in the Atlantic Ocean within the owner's voice and visual contact are allowed to swim unleashed and then immediately put back on the leash before returning to the beach. This does not include walking the dog in the water or fetching.
Violations may result in a fine of $55.00 per City Ordinance 5-41.
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Watering Schedule as of March 10, 2024
Residential odd-numbered addresses:
Wednesday & Saturday
Residential even-numbered addresses:
Thursday & Sunday
Non-residential Commercial:
Tuesday & Friday
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Visit the Beaches Green Market!
Saturdays from 10am-2pm at Penman Park / 321 Penman Road Jacksonville Beach
Vendors at the market sell a wide selection of in-season, local and organic produce, local all-natural meats, free-range eggs, cut flowers, locally roasted organic coffees, edible plants and trees, orchids, handcrafted teas, gluten-free and vegan foods, handcrafted cheeses, locally made desserts, freshly baked breads, local honey, and other seasonal delights.
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Are you a new business in town? Do you operate a business from home? Did you know you need to obtain a Local Business Tax Receipt from the City Clerk’s office?
It’s simple! Click here to find, print, and fill out the application on our website (Bring it in with your Articles of Incorporation, photo ID, and your State license (if applicable). You can call the City Clerk’s office to obtain the fee amount for your business. Remember, we only accept cash or check.
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- Relish Burgers, 500 3rd St. North
- Now open
- Smoothie King, 1020 3rd St. South
- Now open
- Starbucks, 476 N 1st St. N, (Underneath SpringHill Suites)
- Now open
- Lukumades, 504 1st St. N
- Now open
- Dick Mondell's, 1177 3rd St.
- Now open
- Nordstrom Rack, Bath & Body Works, J. Crew Factory, South Beach Shopping Plaza
- Now Open
- Beach Bowl, 818 Beach Blvd
- Now open
- 1810 Tacos y Tequila, 950 Marsh Landing Pkwy
- Now open
- Bahama Bucks (former Sonic location), 700 Beach Blvd)
- Opening soon
- Click here to read about it in the Jacksonville Daily Record
- Sephora - Whole Foods Shopping Plaza
- Opening soon
- Safe Pedestrian Crossings on Penman Road
- Construction completed on safe pedestrian crossings on Penman Road. Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB) have been installed at Penman and 4th Ave N and Penman and 15th Ave. The RRFBs are now in operation!
- FDOT has plans to install two additional RRFB crossings on 3rd Street (A1A) at 2nd Avenue North and 15th Avenue North.
- Not sure how to properly use an RRFB?
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Click here for an instructional video.
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Click here for an instructional flyer.
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Jacksonville Beach City Council meetings continue to be held in person in City Hall on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month at 6 PM. Briefings are held in person on the 2nd Monday of each month at 5:30 PM.
Meeting dates are subject to change and special meetings may be called; click here to view the most up-to-date meeting schedule.
You can see the agenda for City Council Meetings here.
Please note that City Council meetings will not be live-streamed due to technical issues until further notice.
You can also watch all past City Council and Board meeting videos on YouTube.
CITY COUNCIL CONTACT INFO
Please note you can call or text the Council members at their city phone numbers.
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Live Streams
If you want to stay in the loop on developments in Jacksonville Beach, but are unable to attend or view a meeting live, The City streams and archives many public meetings to YouTube. Click here to view past meetings and live streams of upcoming meetings.
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