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Council funds turf field at Ed Austin Regional Park after councilmembers combine district money
5665448 · August 22, 2025
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Summary
The finance committee approved $1.1 million for a turf field project at Ed Austin Regional Park, combining $600,000 from a rowing initiative and district funds and $500,000 identified by Councilmember Mike Gay and matching private support.
Jacksonville’s finance committee approved funding Aug. 22 for artificial turf at Ed Austin Regional Park to support the Jacksonville Police Athletic League and community sports programs. The committee voted to move $1.1 million into the project after council members pooled district dollars and existing rowing‑initiative funds.
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