JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan is set to present her proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year to the City Council on Monday, marking the start of a monthslong process that will determine how funds are allocated across the city’s departments.
The mayor’s proposal, which will outline her vision for Jacksonville’s future, comes after months of preparation and public input. Earlier this year, Mayor Deegan hosted a series of town hall meetings to gather feedback from residents about their priorities for the city.
Among the most frequently discussed topics was homelessness, an issue that remains top of mind for many in the community…