JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – As Jacksonville’s city council considers the upcoming budget, Jacksonville City Councilman Matt Carlucci is raising concerns about significant cuts, including funding for the Northeast Florida Regional Council.
This reduction could have a substantial impact on the town of Baldwin, which relies on the council’s support for various community programs.
Baldwin, a small but tight-knit community with a population of 1,400, benefits from the services provided by the Northeast Florida Regional Council. These services include public safety initiatives, substance abuse disorder programs, and planning work. The proposed budget cuts over $390,000 allocated to the council, prompting concern from local leaders…