Description
Title: ORD Amend the 26-30 5-Yr CIP Appvd by Ord 2025-505-E to Revise the Scope of the Proj Entitled “Fire Station 18” to Eliminate Propty Acquisition & Parking Expansion & Add Exterior Elements to Improve Aesthetics & Safety (Dillard) (Req of Mayor) 3/10/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 3/24/26
Summary
Ordinance 2026-183 proposes amendments to Jacksonville's 2026-2030 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan, specifically revising the project scope for "Fire Station 18." The amendments eliminate plans for property acquisition and parking expansion while introducing enhancements such as an art mural, landscaping improvements, and exterior lighting to improve aesthetics and safety. This change aims to better integrate the fire station with the community and address immediate needs. The City Council emphasizes the urgency of these revisions, stating that delaying the amendment could harm community interests. The ordinance requires a two-thirds majority vote for approval and will take effect upon the Mayor's signature or automatically after a set period.