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| Friday, April 24, 2009 |
12 noon |
Offices of JCCI
2434 Atlantic Blvd
Jacksonville FL
Google Directions |
League Planning.
The Board invites members and potential members to participate in planning events and programs for the upcoming year.
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| Friday, May 15, 2009-Sunday, May 17, 2009 |
10:00 am |
Hyatt Regency Riverfront Hotel
225 East Coast Line Drive
Jacksonville, FL 33607 |
LWVF Convention.
LWV of Florida 32nd Biennial Convention
19th Joint Meeting with the LWVF Education Fund
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| Saturday, May 16, 2009 |
Sunset Dinner Cruise |
Hyatt Regency Riverfront Hotel |
Sunset Dinner Cruise.
Board the beautiful Jacksonville Princess II at 6:30 pm for a 7:00 departure down the St. Johns River. Dinner Speaker is recognized marine biologist Dr. A. Quinton White.
Dinner, speaker & two-hour cruise $55
Members, guests and public welcome.
For reservations, contact Jo Ann Feder at 904-608-3932 or joluvs10s@comcast.net
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| Thursday, July 30, 2009 |
5-6:30pm |
City Hall
Jacksonville |
Joint Organizations and City Ethics Planning Meeting.
A partnership with the Jacksonville Ethics office and other political organizations
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan organization. Are we political? YOU BET!
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| Wednesday, August 26, 2009 |
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26th Women's Equality Day.
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| Thursday, September 17, 2009 |
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17th Constitution Day/Citizenship Day.
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| Saturday, September 19, 2009 |
11:30 am |
San Jose Country Club |
Annual Membership Luncheon & Hot Topic Program.
Visitors are welcome to the program and luncheon beginning at 11:30 a.m. The League of Women Voters presents a program and speaker on the 2010 ballot amendment, redistricting standards, and welcomes the American Association of University Women and their guests.
RSVP Email or Call Jo Ann Feder at 904-608-3932
A brief business meeting will follow for the purpose of elections: 1) officers, board of directors and 2) issue priorities for 2010 study and action.
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| Friday, October 23, 2009 |
12 noon |
Offices of Jacksonville Community Council Inc. 2434 Atlantic Blvd, Suite 100, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Directions to JCCI |
New Members Lunch with LWV Florida President.
Members and their guests are welcome to join the Board in welcoming members who recently joined the LWV Jacksonville/First Coast and members of LWV United States who live in the area.
Presentations on the 2009/2010 Program will be given by board members. Learning the details of each issue topic, members can decide how they might like to be involved with the League.
Catered lunch, $10. Make reservations at league@lwvjacksonvilleleague.org.
Following the lunch and program, the LWV J/FC board members will meet for the monthly board meeting.
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| Friday, November 13, 2009 |
12 noon |
Offices of Jacksonville Community Council Inc. 2434 Atlantic Blvd, Suite 100, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Directions to JCCI |
Civic Education Working Lunch.
Join the board and the Committee on Civics Education to work on the first module of the course that will be offered in Jacksonville City Hall and online. For more information, contact Joan Carver at 904-246-4443.
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| Friday, December 11, 2009 |
12 noon |
St. George's Episcopal Church, 10560 St. Georges Island, FL |
Lunch & Hometown Democracy Study Group.
Members of the League of Women Voters Jacksonville First Coast are welcome to join the group to study 2010 ballot Amendment IV. Nonmembers, please use the links below to learn how you, too, may join.
For more details, and to rsvp, please contact Hope McCharen by Dec 2 for lunch reservations by email or Kathy Carithers by email or by phone at 904-246-2007.
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| Tuesday, January 12, 2010 |
9:15 & 11:15 |
FCCJ South Campus
Jacksonville |
Naturalization Ceremony and Voter Registration.
Join other League members register new citizens. Contact Helen or the LWV JFC.
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| Thursday, January 14, 2010 |
11 - 1 pm |
1301 Riversplace Blvd
Concourse Banquet Hall
Jacksonville |
All Member Gathering.
Sponsored by the Nonprofit Center of Northeast Florida, participants can sample foods from around the world and socialize with other nonprofit organizations in the community.
For more information, go to Nonprofit Center
Let other League members know to look out for you, by contacting us at The League
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| Tuesday, January 19, 2010 |
4 pm |
City Hall Conference Room
Jacksonville City Hall
117 W. Duval St.
Jacksonville |
Civics Education Coalition Meeting.
For information, contact us at LWV JFC
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| Friday, January 22, 2010 |
12 noon |
Offices of Jacksonville Community Council Inc. 2434 Atlantic Blvd, Suite 100, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Directions to JCCI |
Board Meeting.
Members and guests are welcome.
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| Saturday, January 30, 2010 |
9:00 am |
Gainsville |
Prairie Sandhill Crane Trip.
Environmental enjoyment and annual stop for a huge flock of cranes. More details coming soon.
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| Tuesday, February 9, 2010 |
4-5:30 pm |
Jacksonville City Council Chambers
117 W. Duval St
Jacksonville 32202
904-630-1377 |
"It's Our Government" Civics Education Module I launch.
The LWV Jacksonville and other community organizations will launch the first module of the online civics education course with a press event and reception. All interested parties are welcome to attend. RSVP to league@lwvjacksonvilleleague.org
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| Thursday, February 11, 2010 |
10:00 am |
1250 SR 16
St. Augustine |
Field Trip to St. Johns County Utility Building.
After a short business meeting, we'll tour the reverse osmosis water purifying plant on King Street.
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| Sunday, February 14, 2010 |
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LWV 90th Birthday!.
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| Friday, February 26, 2010 |
Noon |
Offices of JCCI
2434 Atlantic Blvd
Jacksonville FL 32207
Click here for directions |
Lunch and Board Meeting.
Join the board for interesting discussion on current local issues that effect all citizens. Members are encouraged to contribute ideas for citizen action.
Prospective members or interested voters are welcome to attend and learn more about League activities and how to become more involved in helping make democracy work.
Should you plan to attend, and want to order a catered lunch for $13.50,
Contact the League
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| Tuesday, March 2, 2010 |
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Start of Legislative Session.
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| Thursday, March 11, 2010 |
10:00 am |
St. Augustine Beach City Hall |
St. Johns Unit Meeting.
St. Johns Riverkeeper will speak about the state of the river after water give-away
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| Monday, March 15, 2010 |
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Sunshine Week.
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| Monday, March 22, 2010 |
12-5:00pm |
The Capital Building, Tallahassee, Florida. |
LWVF Legislative Seminar.
Members of LWV Jacksonville First Coast are invited to join the LWV of Florida for the 2010 Legislative Seminar, as we celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the LWV and women's suffrage with Cocktails on top of the Capital, a proclamation for the League from Governor Crist and the Cabinet. Meet with Legislators and make OUR voice heard!
Plan now and watch for more exciting news and updates!
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| Friday, June 11, 2010 |
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LWV US Convention in Atlanta, GA.
The League of Women Voters United States will hold the 2010 convention in Atlanta Georgia June 11th-15th. Members of local and state Leagues are welcome.
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| Friday, July 9, 2010 |
5:30-8:30pm |
University Club
1301 Riverplace Boulevard
27th Floor -Wachovia Tower
Jacksonville, FL 32207 |
Reception & Film Screening.
5:30-6:30 Reception
6:30-7:45 Film Screening
"Cracker - The Last Cowboys of Florida"
Meet local leaders and candidates while learning how to become involved in the League's efforts to influence public policy through education and advocacy.
Link to more information
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| Thursday, July 29, 2010 |
10-11:30 am |
Books A Million
9400 Atlantic Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32225
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LWV Cafe Conversations.
Ask a League member. We are political but nonpartisan. If we don't know the answer to your question, we'll find it for you.
Do you want to learn about the 2010 ballot, and the proposed amendments to the Florida Constitutuion?
Would you like to discuss a League issue? Find the League's priority issues at http://www.lwvfla.org Lively and civil debate about issues can be informative and fun, too.
Drop in. Coffee or tea? You'll find a small and engaging group to share your morning.
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| Friday, July 30, 2010 |
1:30 pm |
Sand Dollar Restaurant |
LWV Jacksonville First Coast Board meeting.
Members are welcome, too.
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| Saturday, August 21, 2010 |
9:30 a.m. |
Barnes & Noble Bookstore Coffee Shop
Town Center
Jacksonville |
League Orientation.
A good opportunity for interested people of all ages, gender,religion and ethnicity to see what the League of Women does
Recently joined members can also better understand our mission and projects planned for the upcoming new League year - September through May.
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| Tuesday, August 24, 2010 |
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Primary Election.
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| Friday, August 27, 2010 |
1 - 3 pm |
Library Branches - Several locations to be announced. |
Voter Awareness Week.
Do you have questions regarding the elections? Do you need to register to vote, find where you are supposed to vote, or when? Would you like to know for what offices you will vote and what candidates are running for each office? Maybe you have questions about the candidates themselves. The League of Women Voters does not support or endorse candidates, but works to encourage informed and active participation in elections.
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| Friday, September 10, 2010 |
11:30 - 1 pm |
University Club |
Annual Members "Hot Topics" Luncheon.
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| Friday, September 10, 2010 |
12 noon |
University Club
Jacksonville
1301 Riverplace Boulevard
27th Floor -Wachovia Tower
Jacksonville, FL 32207
Directions |
LWV Hot Topic Luncheon.
Hear Times-Union columnist Mark Woods talk about the upcoming elections.
See his column in the Metro Section. Univesity Club's delicious Prime Rib & Seafood Buffet. Limited seating. Reserve your seat now with PayPal
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| Tuesday, September 28, 2010 |
5-6:30 pm |
University of North Florida
Student Union Building |
Is the Tea Party a Feminist Movement?.
A panel of community leaders discuss perspectives.
LWV First Coast member, Ginger Benoit, will participate. Join League members in the audience to cheer her on.
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| Friday, October 1, 2010 |
12-1:00 pm |
Offices of JCCI
2434 Atlantic Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32207 |
LWV First Coast Board Meeting.
Members of the League are welcome to join the Board plan for upcoming events.
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| Monday, October 4, 2010 |
7-9:00 pm |
St. John's County Commission Building
500 San Sebastian View
St. Augustine, FL |
Candidate Forum.
The public is Invited
A Forum with Candidates
Senate District 8, John Thrasher and Deborah Gianoulis
State House District 20, Bill Proctor and Doug Courtney
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| Tuesday, October 12, 2010 |
1:30 pm |
Jacksonville City Hall
St. James Building |
Meeting of council members to discuss ethics proposal.
The meeting, between Glorius Johnson and Jack Webb will be either 1:30 or 2; check the city's website, front page,
http://www.coj.net to the left side is "Scheduled Meetings and City Events"-- the accurate time will be posted there by Monday evening; check it before you come down in case the meeting is rescheduled or cancelled.)
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| Tuesday, October 12, 2010 |
5 pm |
Jacksonville City Council Chambers |
City Council vote on Ethics Proposal.
Attend the meeting to show support for ethics reform.
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| Tuesday, October 12, 2010 |
7:30 pm |
Five Points Theater |
Gerrymandering, a documentary film.
Premiered in the 2010 Tribeca Film Festival, Gerrymandering will be in town for this one day only. Tickets: $8.50. $7.50 for seniors and students.
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| Friday, October 15, 2010-Monday, November 15, 2010 |
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Respective offices of delegation members |
Interviews of Legislators in the Duval, Nassau, Clay and St. Johns counties.
League members interview legislators to learn their positions on issues of importance to the League.
The answers gathered from each district will determine the League's lobbying efforts in committee meetings and the 2011 Legislative Session.
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| Monday, October 18, 2010 |
2:30 |
Comcast Studios |
Politics Is Your Business.
Taping: Kathy Carithers interviews Wayne Hogan on Amendments 5 & 6. Shows on Thursday evenings, 10:00, Comcast Channel 29.
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| Tuesday, October 19, 2010 |
6:30 pm |
Atlantic Coast High School
Jacksonville |
Forum at Atlantic Coast High School.
A League Speaker presentation on ballot proposal, amendment 8
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| Friday, October 22, 2010 |
12 noon |
JCCI |
Transportation & Observer Corp Committees Meeting.
Attendees will determine focuses of both committees' work for the year.
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| Monday, October 25, 2010 |
12:30 |
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League Speaker at Downtown Kawanis Club Lunch.
Ballot proposals Q & A
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| Monday, November 1, 2010 |
5 pm |
Jacksonville City Hall
St. James Building
Conference Room 3C |
Jacksonville Ethics Commission Meeting.
Monthly meeting of the Commission
Directions to Jacksonville City Hall
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| Tuesday, November 2, 2010 |
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General Election.
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| Tuesday, November 2, 2010 |
10 am |
Jacksonville City Hall
City Council Chambers
Directions |
Finance Committee of Jacksonville City Hall.
The Finance Committee will take up the matter of ethics reform for the second time. Reference Bill 2010-616.
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| Saturday, November 13, 2010-Sunday, November 14, 2010 |
5 pm |
St. Augustine |
Seven Wonders Trip in St. Augustine.
Florida Leagues of Women Voters meet for a weekend of fun and relaxation in St. Augustine.
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| Tuesday, November 16, 2010 |
10 a.m. |
City Council Chambers
First Floor, Jacksonville City Hall
117 W. Duval Street
Directions |
Finance Committee of Jacksonville City Council.
At this meeting, the new ethics reform legislation will be discussed. The League's position is that the Ethics Commission's version of the bill should move forward as is, without amendment, to the full Council. Consider attending this meeting to show support for the League's and the Ethics Commission's noble efforts.
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| Monday, November 22, 2010 |
12 noon |
JCCI
2434 Atlantic Blvd
Jacksonville |
Voter Service Committee: Plan 2011 canidate forum.
Plan local city election forum to take place in February. All members welcome.
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| Monday, November 22, 2010 |
2:15 pm |
Comcast Studios |
Politics Is Your Business.
Taping of the League Comcast show, which shows on Thursday nights at 10 pm.
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| Tuesday, November 23, 2010 |
5 pm |
City Council Chambers
Jacksonville City Hall
117 W. Duval
Directions |
Jacksonville City Council Meeting.
The ethics bill will be discussed and voted on at this meeting. Following the meeting, plan to attend the Ethics Commission's meeting.
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| Tuesday, November 23, 2010 |
5:30-6:00 pm |
Committee Room B, located on the First Floor of 117 W. Duval Street, City Hall St. James Building |
Jacksonville Ethics Commission Meeting.
The Jacksonville Ethics Commission will meet Tuesday, November 23, 2010 in to discuss the vote on ethics bill 2010-616. The meeting will take place immediately following the vote of the City Council on Ordinance 2010-616 or 6:00 p.m., whichever occurs later (if vote is taken 5:30, the meeting will start at 6:00. If discussion runs later, the Ethics Commission will meet immediately following the vote). The City Council meeting convenes at 5:00 p.m.
Please contact Susan Stewart, Ethics Coordinator, at (904) 630-1680 for additional information or correspondence.
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| Friday, December 3, 2010 |
12 noon |
JCCI
2434 Atlantic Blvd
Jacksonville
Directions |
Board Meeting & Tidbits lunch.
Members are welcome!
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| Thursday, December 9, 2010 |
4-7 p.m. |
Carithers' Home
223 Ocean Blvd
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 |
Holiday Tea.
Join us for a relaxing and fun afternoon, visiting with old friends and meeting new ones, as we look at our League accomplishments over the last year and view the new year ahead.
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| Friday, December 10, 2010 |
2:00 pm |
County Auditorium |
St. Johns County Delegation Public Meeting.
St. Johns Unit addresses officials to communicate their priorities for the spring session of the Legislature.
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| Tuesday, January 18, 2011 |
12 noon |
JCCI |
Election Forum Committee.
League members are welcome.
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| Friday, January 21, 2011 |
11:30-1:00 pm |
JCCI Offices
2434 Atlantic Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32207 |
LWV J/FC Transportation Study Committee.
Members of the League are welcome to join. An overview of the study will be followed by a session to identify strategies to meet the study's objectives as outlined by the LWV FL League Transportation Study Committee. New members are encouraged to attend.
To order a lunch from Tidbits, please contact Hope at hjmcharen@comcast.net.
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| Friday, January 21, 2011 |
2-6:00 pm |
Jacksonville City Hall
City Council Chambers |
Duval Delegation Public Hearing.
Members are welcome to attend. Kathy Carithers will speak on League priorities for the 2011 Legislative Session.
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| Wednesday, January 26, 2011 |
9-2:00 pm |
St. Augustine/St. Johns County Airport Authority Conference Center
Meeting Room "B"
4730 Casa Cola Way
St. Augustine, Florida |
Public Workshop of the NE FL Regional Transportation Study Commission.
A public meeting of the RTSC will be held concerning regional transportation matters of Northeast Florida.
Public Notice
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| Friday, February 4, 2011 |
11:30-1:00 pm |
JCCI Offices
2434 Atlantic Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32233 |
LWV J/FC Board Meeting.
Members are welcome. For a copy of the agenda, "send your email address"<league@lwvjacksonvilleleague.org.
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| Friday, February 11, 2011 |
12 noon |
JCCI Offices
2434 Atlantic Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32207 |
Election Forum Committee Meeting.
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| Thursday, March 1, 2012-Saturday, March 31, 2012 |
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Women's History Month.
For more information, visit http://womenshistorymonth.gov/.
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| Monday, March 5, 2012 |
5:00pm |
City Hall - Don Davis Conference Room
First Floor
117 West Duval Street
Jacksonville, Florida |
Jacksonville Ethics Commission Meeting.
This is the monthly meeting of the Ethics Commission. To view the agenda, please click here http://www.coj.net/getattachment/Departments/Ethics-Office/Notices,-Agendas---Minutes/-03-March-5-2012-EC-Agenda-(1).pdf.aspx.
All interested parties are invited to attend. Please mark your calendars accordingly.
Please contact Susan Stewart, Ethics Coordinator at (904) 630-1680 for additional information or correspondence.
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| Wednesday, March 7, 2012 |
10:00am - 2:00pm |
Jacksonville Public Library
Main Library Multi-Purpose Room
303 N. Laura Street
Jacksonville, FL 32202 |
Regional Transportation Study Commission.
Governance and Funding Committee Meeting - Public Meeting.
The agenda for this meeting will be available online at the RTSC's website, http://www.northfloridartsc.com or by request of JTA on or before February 29, 2012, and also available at the meeting. Meeting summaries will be posted on the RTSC's website, and also available from JTA upon request.
All interested persons or groups are encouraged to attend and participate. Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or familial status. This project is being developed in compliance with Titles VI and VIII of the Civil Rights Act. Any person requiring special accommodations should contact Ann Harrell at 904-630-3195 or email asharrell@jtafla.com at least one week prior to the meeting.
Contact person with regard to this public workshop is:
Ann Harrell
(904) 630-3195
asharrell@jtafla.com
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
Post Office Drawer "O"
Jacksonville, Florida 32203
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| Sunday, March 11, 2012-Saturday, March 17, 2012 |
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Sunshine Week.
Sunshine Week. Sunshine Week is a national initiative to promote a dialogue about the importance of open government and freedom of information. Participants include news media, civic groups, libraries, nonprofits, schools and others interested in the public's right to know.
For more information, visit http://www.sunshineweek.org.
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| Friday, March 16, 2012 |
1:15pm - 3:30pm |
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Sunshine Week Webcast.
Sunshine Week Webcast:
The LWVEF is co-sponsoring the 7th annual Sunshine Week National Discussion, which will be broadcast on Friday, March 16, 2012. This year's webcast will be broadcast from the Newseum in Washington, DC, and will feature Dana Priest, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of Top Secret America. Leagues can participate in the live webcast by submitting their questions and comments to panelists via email and phone. Visit http://www.openthegovernment.org for a link to the webcast and more information.
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| Sunday, March 18, 2012 |
4:00pm -6:00pm |
Smathers Library Room 1A
University of Florida
1545 West University Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32603 |
Dessert & Wine Reception to benefit LWVFL.
Join the League of Women Voters of Florida and the League of Women Voters of Alachua County on Sunday, March 18 for an evening of spirits and sweets with Dr. Diane Roberts to benefit the historical preservation of League documents. An array of fabulous homemade delicacies baked by local League members will be served along with a variety of wines and coffee.
Contact
Michelle Lezcano
League of Women Voters of Florida
lwvfevents@gmail.com
850-224-2545
For more information:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=jhigmrdab&oeidk=a07e5j5mfg8b564a6df&oseq=a02b6cgyq93gjs
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| Monday, March 19, 2012 |
12:00 Noon |
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Petitions Due.
Petitions Due for Judicial/State Attorney/Public Defender
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| Tuesday, March 27, 2012 |
5:00pm |
City Hall
117 W. Duval St., 1st Floor
Council Chamber |
City Council Meeting.
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| Thursday, March 29, 2012 |
All Day |
St. Augustine |
Water Forum.
For more information, please contact Pat Gill at pgill70@bellsouth.net.
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| Thursday, April 5, 2012 |
12:00 Noon |
Buca di Beppo
10334 Southside Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL 32254 |
LWVJFC Board Meeting.
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