The Green Cove Springs City Council will have a special session on September 3, 2025, to discuss next fiscal year's budget. Public participation is encouraged.

Green Cove Springs is increasing community engagement with multiple city meetings in September, including City Council sessions on water/wastewater rates and recycling, a budget public hearing, and a Citizens Advisory Committee meeting.

St. Johns County offices, including the Supervisor of Elections, Property Appraiser, and Tax Collector, will be closed on Labor Day. Essential services like trash collection will continue as normal.

Jacksonville's City Council Finance Committee endorsed amendments to the budget blocking funding for DEI, services for undocumented immigrants, and abortion-related services.

Jacksonville's Mayor Deegan and Miss Florida 2025 Paris Richardson visited Dinsmore Elementary to promote reading and literacy among children, involving book distributions and motivational talks.

Jacksonville's public camping ordinance is enforced by the JSO, offering resources and a Homeward Bound program to reconnect the homeless with family.

The Green Cove Springs City Council approved routine items, discussed ending curbside recycling, and filled board seats, reflecting on city governance's significance.

Wade Schroeder is appointed as the new OMB Director of St. Johns County after serving as Assistant Director since 2016, bringing over twenty years of financial experience.

Debate intensifies in Fernandina Beach over a proposed paid parking plan, as residents petition against it and city commissioners consider vendor options ahead of an influential meeting.

Fernandina Beach launches a free shuttle, the "Grocery Getter," to assist residents with grocery shopping while local stores undergo renovations and rebirth as different establishments.

Green Cove Springs council works to finalize the FY 25/26 budget, featuring a $3.27M cut and discussions on tax increases, salary adjustments, and infrastructure.

St. Johns County is hosting a live surplus auction on September 6, with a preview on September 5, featuring vehicles, equipment, and more, free and open to the public.

Green Cove Springs invites residents to public hearings on the FY 2025/2026 budget on Sept 3 and 16 at City Hall, with live streaming available online.