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Committee approves $7.5 million in recaptured funds for UNF esports arena and JFRD station upgrades; council adds CBA credit language
Summary
The Rules Committee on March 31 approved a recapture-funded package directing $3 million to a University of North Florida esports arena and about $4'5 million to Jacksonville Fire & Rescue Department station and apparatus work, with language added that the UNF investment is intended to count toward the city's community benefits agreement.
The Rules Committee on March 31 approved bill 20250206, a recapture-funded appropriation directing municipal dollars to a University of North Florida (UNF) esports arena project and to Jacksonville Fire & Rescue Department (JFRD) facility and apparatus work.
By voice vote the committee passed an amendment that corrected fiscal-year language, attached a UNF term sheet and budget exhibit, and clarified that esports operations funding may cover some operational costs. The underlying bill then passed on a 7-0 recorded vote.
Why it matters: Supporters said the UNF esports investment will support STEM-related…
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