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Title: RESO Honoring W.C. Gentry & Expressing the Gratitude &Appreciation of the City Council for His Years of Committed Service to the City of Jacksonville (Russell) (Introduced by CM Freeman) (Co-Sponsors CMs Boylan, White, Gay, Miller, Amaro, Pittman, Howland, Johnson, Lahnen, Carrico, J. Carlucci, Clark-Murray, Carlucci, Diamond, Freeman, Arias, Gaffney, Jr., Peluso & Salem) 2/10/26 CO Introduced: R 2/17/26 R Approve 6-0 2/24/26 CO Amend(FL)/Approve 17-0
Summary
Resolution 2025-114, introduced by Council Member Freeman, honors W.C. Gentry for his extensive service to the City of Jacksonville. Gentry, an accomplished attorney and former Duval County School Board Chairman, has significantly contributed to public service and community improvement initiatives. Notably, he was instrumental in the original Jacksonville Journey, which aimed to reduce crime and improve educational outcomes, and continued his efforts as Chair of Jacksonville Journey Forward, established in 2024. The resolution acknowledges his roles in various city boards and commissions, emphasizing his commitment to ethics, safety, and youth education. This recognition by the City Council highlights Gentry's lasting impact on Jacksonville's quality of life. The resolution takes effect upon the Mayor's signature.