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Today we dive into the pivotal debates surrounding Jacksonville’s 2024-25 Budget!

Tensions arise as we explore partisan influences on salary adjustments, the contentious funding decisions for the Mayor's Office of Diversity and Inclusion, and the fate of the $56 million park fund tied to the Jaguars deal.

Discover how affordable housing and homelessness are pivotal battlegrounds, and the powerful role reserves play in this financial chess game.

Learn about the strategic moves being considered, including augmentations to the 5-year capital improvements plan and the monty negotiations surrounding public-private partnerships.

Don’t miss our critical examination of the political dynamics at play, the impact of increasing costs, and the city's revenue strategy through new housing developments.

With an upcoming crucial vote by the city council, this episode is packed with insights and behind-the-scenes discussions that will shape Jacksonville’s future.

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