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City Council Regular Session Meeting Brief – September 1, 2026
Summary of the City Council Regular Session held on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
Jacksonville Today
Published September 02Hundreds of DUI cases under review after Breathalyzer ruling in Jacksonville
A panel of judges ruled that unauthorized repairs on Breathalyzer machines made test results unreliable.
Bradford County Telegraph
Published September 01TRIM notices present proposed taxes
Property owners will soon find a government envelope in their mailboxes marked "NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROPERTY TAXES," and in bold type, a reassurance: "DO NOT PAY — THIS IS NOT A BILL." The document, known statewide as the TRIM notice, is the centerpiece of Florida's Truth in…
Jacksonville Today
Published August 31Northeast Florida police halt Flock cameras under state order
The Florida Department of Transportation said all cameras must be removed with 30 days.
City Council Special Session: FY26/27 Budget - September 3, 2026 Agenda Available
The City Council will hold a Special Session on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 6:00 PM at City Hall for the first reading of the proposed FY26/27 Budget. The full agenda and meeting packet are now available on the City’s website.
City buildings and services closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 in observance of Labor Day
In observance of Labor Day, City buildings and services, including the City Pool, will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026. City buildings will reopen at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, September 8. Trash services will resume on your next scheduled pickup day.
Jacksonville Today
Published August 31State expands bear hunt permits and adds private lands
The bear hunt is set for Dec. 5 to 27 in four areas, including Baker, Clay, Putnam and St. Johns counties.
City Meeting Schedule for September 2026
Stay informed and mark your calendars! The City of Green Cove Springs has a full schedule of meetings next month. Meetings will be held at City Hall unless otherwise noted.
Proposed flood insurance rate map reflects changes to local flood risk
Clay County Flood officials encourage residents and business owners to review the proposed map changes, learn about local flood risks and potential flood insurance requirements, and share any concerns or questions.
Upcoming September Public Hearings
The City of Green Cove Springs will hold several public hearings in September regarding proposed utility and service fees, as well as the City’s proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026/27.
Jacksonville Today
Published August 11Clay County Fire Rescue Chief Lorin Mock to retire after 16 years at helm
Lorin Mock has spent more than 40 years as a firefighter, including 27 with Jacksonville Fire and Rescue.
View the Proposed FY26/27 Budget and plan to attend the upcoming Public Hearings
The City of Green Cove Springs' Proposed Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Budget, Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), and resources are available for public review on the City website.