Local Politics
Nick Callahan Challenges Incumbent Richard Clark for City Council Seat
In filings last week with the Duval County Supervisor of Elections, Nick Callahan announced his bid for City Council as a member of the Republican Party. Callahan challenges janitorial business operator Richard Clark for the District 3 council seat. Callahan says his campaign will provide “folks in our district a chance to regain a... »
City Council Concealment Exposed in Latest Trail Ridge Suit
To many who practice their professions outside the walls of a courtroom or a landfill, this week’s filing of a lawsuit to invalidate Waste Management’s recent contract settlement with the City may seem mundane. However, in actuality it’s the most important legal action Jacksonville has seen since a Grand Jury was convened to examine... »
Sunshine Law and Procurement Violations May Bury No-Bid Landfill Contract
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., June 1, 2010 - The Concerned Taxpayers of Duval County, Inc. (CTDC) and a group of individual citizens announce today that they have filed new counts in their ongoing lawsuit challenging the right of the Jacksonville government to enter into a 19 to 25 year, multi-hundred million dollar, no-bid contract extension with Waste... »
Nine Local Leaders to Discuss Issues Facing Jacksonville
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 31, 2010 – Nine public officials, representing the State of Florida, The City of Jacksonville and The Duval County Public Schools, will be on hand to explore the current state of education, youth crime prevention and economic development in Duval County. The event will take place at Edward Waters College’s Milney... »

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