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Florida-Georgia series staying in Jacksonville through 2031 with new deal
Read full article: Florida-Georgia series staying in Jacksonville through 2031 with new dealThe Florida-Georgia game is staying in Jacksonville through 2031 the city announced on Friday morning, keeping the longstanding World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party where it’s been played since the 1930s.
Jaguars' president talks downtown development after NFL owners approve ‘Stadium of the Future’ deal
Read full article: Jaguars' president talks downtown development after NFL owners approve ‘Stadium of the Future’ dealMark Lamping, president of the Jacksonville Jaguars, joined News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton via Zoom from London to talk about the potential impacts of the "Stadium of the Future" deal on downtown development.
Eastside business owner, councilman react to NFL owners approving new Jaguars stadium deal
Read full article: Eastside business owner, councilman react to NFL owners approving new Jaguars stadium dealAn Eastside Jacksonville business owner and a city councilman are excited about the new Jaguars stadium agreement.
Gators-Bulldogs, concerts, entertainment: New stadium in Jacksonville will benefit more than Jaguars
Read full article: Gators-Bulldogs, concerts, entertainment: New stadium in Jacksonville will benefit more than JaguarsThe stadium deal is expected to benefit more than just the Jaguars and should help the city as it looks to keep the Florida-Georgia football game in town long term.
‘Celebrate!’: Jaguars ‘Stadium of the Future’ clears final hurdle, approved unanimously by NFL owners
Read full article: ‘Celebrate!’: Jaguars ‘Stadium of the Future’ clears final hurdle, approved unanimously by NFL ownersNFL owners voted unanimously to approve the stadium deal between the Jaguars and the City of Jacksonville on Tuesday, clearing the way for the Stadium of the Future to become a reality.
Future is now: NFL owners will vote Tuesday on new stadium for Jaguars
Read full article: Future is now: NFL owners will vote Tuesday on new stadium for JaguarsThe Stadium of the Future faces its final challenge this week in Atlanta as NFL owners vote on Jacksonville’s $1.4 billion package on a new home for the Jaguars.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - What does tourism look like in the fall for NE FL?
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - What does tourism look like in the fall for NE FL?All things that play into the tourism industry in Northeast Florida include fall weather, football and the Stadium of the Future.
Eastside residents make case for City Council to invest CBA money in their community
Read full article: Eastside residents make case for City Council to invest CBA money in their communityPeople on Jacksonville’s Eastside want to make sure their voices are heard as the city decides what to do with millions of dollars originally earmarked for their community.
Subcontractors, small businesses will learn more about their potential part in ‘Stadium of the Future’
Read full article: Subcontractors, small businesses will learn more about their potential part in ‘Stadium of the Future’Local businesses have the chance Thursday to learn about how they can be a part of construction for the so-called “Stadium of the Future.”
City Council committee begins discussions on how to spend $94M Community Benefits Agreement
Read full article: City Council committee begins discussions on how to spend $94M Community Benefits AgreementThe special Jacksonville City Council committee appointed to determine how the CBA money could be spent has the first of four planned meetings on Monday.
How the city plans to use ‘Stadium of the Future’ renovations to reduce Jacksonville’s ‘heat islands’
Read full article: How the city plans to use ‘Stadium of the Future’ renovations to reduce Jacksonville’s ‘heat islands’One of the hottest areas of Jacksonville is in the downtown core. Scientists say it’s hotter there because of building and paving material, lack of greenspace, and population density.
Special committee overseeing Community Benefits Agreement in the works
Read full article: Special committee overseeing Community Benefits Agreement in the worksAs Mayor Donna Deegan prepares to present her budget to the city council on Monday, July 15, a special committee overseeing a portion of that budget is now in the works.
Downtown parks set for $56M in upgrades after approval of Jaguars stadium deal
Read full article: Downtown parks set for $56M in upgrades after approval of Jaguars stadium dealWith the $1.4 billion stadium deal approved by the city, News4JAX took a closer look at how it will affect the parks downtown near the complex.
Eastside community learns information to protect their property as Stadium of the Future plans move forward
Read full article: Eastside community learns information to protect their property as Stadium of the Future plans move forwardEastside community members learned their options about programs that could help them not get priced out of their homes.
From the Gator Bowl to the ‘Stadium of the Future’: The many transformations of the home of the Jaguars
Read full article: From the Gator Bowl to the ‘Stadium of the Future’: The many transformations of the home of the JaguarsWith the EverBank Stadium officially headed for a multi-million dollar “Stadium of the Future” redesign, News4JAX took a look at what’s to come for the neighboring areas.
Tell Us: What do you think about the new Jaguars stadium deal approval?
Read full article: Tell Us: What do you think about the new Jaguars stadium deal approval?Following weeks of review and making adjustments, Jacksonville’s City Council approved the so-called "Stadium of the Future" in Tuesday’s council meeting.
‘We deserve it’: Eastside residents hopeful ‘Community Benefits Agreement’ deal pans out
Read full article: ‘We deserve it’: Eastside residents hopeful ‘Community Benefits Agreement’ deal pans outNews4JAX has been speaking with Eastside residents for weeks, many of who saw that money as a way to make up for past promises to the area.
City Council considers more amendments after removing $94M of community benefits investment from stadium deal
Read full article: City Council considers more amendments after removing $94M of community benefits investment from stadium dealA day after the Jacksonville City Council voted to remove most of a key funding element from the Jaguars stadium renovation deal, the members will meet again Friday to consider even more amendments to the proposal.
New stadium deal almost done; changes make sure local workers get to help build the new sports complex
Read full article: New stadium deal almost done; changes make sure local workers get to help build the new sports complexA day after the Jacksonville City Council voted to remove most of a key funding element from the Jaguars stadium renovation deal, the members will meet again Friday to consider even more amendments to the proposal.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - Breaking down funding for the $1.4B stadium deal
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - Breaking down funding for the $1.4B stadium dealIt took almost a year to come together, but the city of Jacksonville and the Jaguars have an agreement to renovate EverBank Stadium.
City Council removes $94M of $150M community benefits investment out of stadium deal
Read full article: City Council removes $94M of $150M community benefits investment out of stadium dealThe Jacksonville City Council will vote Thursday morning on whether to remove a key funding element from the Stadium of the Future deal with the Jaguars.
Downtown Jacksonville parks set to get millions for improvements from Jags stadium deal
Read full article: Downtown Jacksonville parks set to get millions for improvements from Jags stadium dealThe agreement between the city and the Jacksonville Jaguars to renovate EverBank Field is expected to bring about major upgrades to the surrounding area like the Eastside and riverfront parks.
As investors eye the Eastside of Jacksonville amid stadium talks, residents working to make sure they aren’t priced out
Read full article: As investors eye the Eastside of Jacksonville amid stadium talks, residents working to make sure they aren’t priced outA study found that homes within a 1-mile radius of a new NFL stadium could see a jump in home value of 4.7%, while rent could increase by up to 9%
City council expected to move $94M of $150M out of stadium deal in compromise
Read full article: City council expected to move $94M of $150M out of stadium deal in compromiseThe most controversial part of the stadium lease agreement between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the city is the $300 million Community Benefit Agreement (CBA) that would help development outside the stadium.
Community says benefits agreement is a ‘need’ as council considers moving $94M of $150M investment out of stadium deal
Read full article: Community says benefits agreement is a ‘need’ as council considers moving $94M of $150M investment out of stadium dealEmotions were high at the Jacksonville City Council meeting where council members announced they would delay the vote to separate the $300 million for the Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) out of the Jaguar’s stadium deal.
City Council to vote on breaking part of $300M Community Benefits Agreement out of Jags stadium deal
Read full article: City Council to vote on breaking part of $300M Community Benefits Agreement out of Jags stadium dealThe Jacksonville City Council will hold a special meeting Monday evening to hear community feedback on the proposed Jaguars stadium renovation deal.
Community members get ready to voice their opinions on Jaguars stadium renovation deal
Read full article: Community members get ready to voice their opinions on Jaguars stadium renovation dealThe Jacksonville City Council will hold a special meeting Monday evening to hear community feedback on the proposed Jaguars stadium renovation deal.
Public to weigh in on Jaguars stadium renovation bill as council mulls Community Benefits Agreement
Read full article: Public to weigh in on Jaguars stadium renovation bill as council mulls Community Benefits AgreementMembers of the public will have a chance to share their thoughts about the proposed bill to fund the Jaguars stadium renovation at a special meeting scheduled for Monday.
Eastside community ‘disheartened’ as council pushes to leave $300M Community Benefits Agreement up to a vote
Read full article: Eastside community ‘disheartened’ as council pushes to leave $300M Community Benefits Agreement up to a voteThe Eastside community was disappointed to hear that money intended to be poured back into the area could potentially be off the table if the Community Benefits Agreement is removed from the stadium deal and turned to a vote.
LIVE: $300M community benefits agreement portion of Jags stadium deal to be discussed by city council
Read full article: LIVE: $300M community benefits agreement portion of Jags stadium deal to be discussed by city councilThe Jacksonville Jaguars so-called “Stadium of the Future” should have a huge impact on the city and it’s expected it could change nearby neighborhoods.
City council could take popular $300M Community Benefits Agreement out of Jags stadium deal, vote on it separately
Read full article: City council could take popular $300M Community Benefits Agreement out of Jags stadium deal, vote on it separatelyThe Jacksonville Jaguars so-called “Stadium of the Future” should have a huge impact on the city and it’s expected it could change nearby neighborhoods.
Eastside Jacksonville leader pushes for inclusion of $300M community benefits agreement to make up for past promises
Read full article: Eastside Jacksonville leader pushes for inclusion of $300M community benefits agreement to make up for past promisesThe Jacksonville Jaguars so-called “Stadium of the Future” should have a huge impact on the city and it’s expected it could change nearby neighborhoods.
Jacksonville City Council holds workshop on ‘Stadium of the Future’ proposal
Read full article: Jacksonville City Council holds workshop on ‘Stadium of the Future’ proposalThe Jacksonville City Council is holding the first of two workshops Wednesday to discuss the multi-million dollar deal to renovate the Jaguars' stadium.
‘It’s a good deal’: Jags president hopeful as community huddles wrap for Stadium of the Future proposal
Read full article: ‘It’s a good deal’: Jags president hopeful as community huddles wrap for Stadium of the Future proposalTicket affordability, downtown development, and of course, stadium updates were topics of concern at the last community huddle with the city and the Jaguars.
‘Total garbage’: Councilman not swayed by poll showing broad support for city, Jags community benefits stadium agreement
Read full article: ‘Total garbage’: Councilman not swayed by poll showing broad support for city, Jags community benefits stadium agreementAdjacent to the proposal is a $300 million Community Benefits Agreement that would be split between the team and the city for community development in areas such as housing, homelessness and parks.
Final community huddle on Stadium of the Future proposal is Thursday at Westside High
Read full article: Final community huddle on Stadium of the Future proposal is Thursday at Westside HighDocuments were made public on Thursday that spell out in writing how the city could spend $775 million on a deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars to help renovate EverBank Field and turn it into the “Stadium of the Future.”
Latest draft of ‘Stadium of the Future’ deal says city could get money back if Jaguars move within 14 years of upgrades
Read full article: Latest draft of ‘Stadium of the Future’ deal says city could get money back if Jaguars move within 14 years of upgradesDocuments were made public on Thursday that spell out in writing how the city could spend $775 million on a deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars to help renovate EverBank Field and turn it into the “Stadium of the Future.”
UNF Poll: Majority support stadium changes but oppose amount of public spending on construction
Read full article: UNF Poll: Majority support stadium changes but oppose amount of public spending on constructionA poll released Tuesday by the Public Opinion Research Lab (PORL) at the University of North Florida shows that most of the registered voters who responded support proposed renovations to EverBank Stadium but aren’t fans of the level of public spending on construction costs.
City releases detailed breakdown of stadium renovation agreement with Jaguars
Read full article: City releases detailed breakdown of stadium renovation agreement with JaguarsDocuments were made public on Thursday that spell out in writing how the city could spend $775 million on a deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars to help renovate EverBank Field and turn it into the “Stadium of the Future.”
Jax Beach mom wants Jags, city to consider providing more family restrooms for $1.4B stadium renovation project
Read full article: Jax Beach mom wants Jags, city to consider providing more family restrooms for $1.4B stadium renovation projectOver 100 Jacksonville Beach residents attended Monday’s meeting at Fletcher High School as Mayor Donna Deegan, Jaguars President Mark Lamping and the city’s negotiator Mike Weinstein discussed the stadium renovations.
Councilmember expresses support for $300 million deal between city, Jags for community improvements
Read full article: Councilmember expresses support for $300 million deal between city, Jags for community improvementsCouncilmember Matt Carlucci Sr. expressed his support for the “Community Benefits Agreement” that’s part of the proposed stadium deal.
City, Jaguars to host 3rd community meeting to hear residents’ input on stadium renovation deal
Read full article: City, Jaguars to host 3rd community meeting to hear residents’ input on stadium renovation dealThe City of Jacksonville and the Jaguars will host their third community meeting Monday where residents will have a chance to give input on the proposed stadium renovation deal.
City Council president: ‘I was pleasantly surprised’ by Jags stadium renovation deal but financing questions remain
Read full article: City Council president: ‘I was pleasantly surprised’ by Jags stadium renovation deal but financing questions remainCouncil President Ron Salem told News4JAX on Thursday he is hoping to hold a series of special meetings, possibly three a week for the month of June, so they can dissect the deal and vote on it by the end of the month.
Jacksonville activist group comes out against stadium, jail plans, wants millions invested in ‘neglected parts of city’
Read full article: Jacksonville activist group comes out against stadium, jail plans, wants millions invested in ‘neglected parts of city’A Jacksonville activist group said Thursday it is strongly against the city’s multi-million dollar plan to renovate EverBank Stadium, home of the Jacksonville Jaguars.
2nd community huddle Thursday night at Legends Center on $1.4B ‘Stadium of the Future’ proposal
Read full article: 2nd community huddle Thursday night at Legends Center on $1.4B ‘Stadium of the Future’ proposalIt was the first of five community huddles after the city and the Jaguars announced the plan for a 50-50 split of the $1.25 billion “Stadium of the Future” renovation project.
Dozens pack 1st community huddle to weigh in on $1.4B stadium proposal
Read full article: Dozens pack 1st community huddle to weigh in on $1.4B stadium proposalIt was the first of five community huddles after the city and the Jaguars announced the plan for a 50-50 split of the $1.25 billion “Stadium of the Future” renovation project.
‘I wouldn’t support it’: Councilman questions parts of Jaguars stadium deal
Read full article: ‘I wouldn’t support it’: Councilman questions parts of Jaguars stadium dealIt’s a complicated plan that doesn’t involve raising taxes and News4JAX has been asking questions to those who drew up the deal and one council member who has been very critical of it.
Jacksonville residents say they want to see affordable housing, jobs as part of stadium agreement
Read full article: Jacksonville residents say they want to see affordable housing, jobs as part of stadium agreementJacksonville residents say they want to see affordable housing, jobs, solutions for the unhoused, and more after the city and the Jags agreed to invest $150 million each into community redevelopment.
Other stadium deals in the works for pro sports teams around the country
Read full article: Other stadium deals in the works for pro sports teams around the countryOur news partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record broke down the deals that the Bears, Bills, Chiefs, Titans and Rays have brokered with their respective cities.
Now that we know the deal, community can weigh in on stadium proposal at 1st of 5 meetings with city, Jaguars
Read full article: Now that we know the deal, community can weigh in on stadium proposal at 1st of 5 meetings with city, JaguarsThe team and the city are hosting a community meeting Thursday night at Mandarin High School -- the first of five across the city in the coming weeks.
Jags president says EverBank upgrades inches stadium closer to becoming a ‘Super Bowl-ready facility’
Read full article: Jags president says EverBank upgrades inches stadium closer to becoming a ‘Super Bowl-ready facility’Mayor Donna Deegan, Jacksonville Jaguars President Mark Lamping and lead negotiator Mike Weinstein presented the details at Tuesday’s city council meeting behind the deal intended to upgrade the EverBank Stadium with a $1.2 billion makeover.
Sound Off: How do you feel about the proposed 50-50 split between city, Jags for the ‘Stadium of the Future’?
Read full article: Sound Off: How do you feel about the proposed 50-50 split between city, Jags for the ‘Stadium of the Future’?The Stadium of the Future is one step closer to becoming a new reality in downtown Jacksonville.
City, Jaguars agree to split $1.25 billion cost on ‘Stadium of the Future,’ invest more in downtown Jacksonville
Read full article: City, Jaguars agree to split $1.25 billion cost on ‘Stadium of the Future,’ invest more in downtown JacksonvilleThe Jaguars and the City of Jacksonville took the wraps off the most expensive investment in Jacksonville history on Tuesday, a 50-50 cost split on the $1.25 billion “Stadium of the Future” project that won’t include new taxes and will keep the team in town for the next generation.
#AskJAXTDY | Does Jacksonville get its money’s worth on EverBank Stadium?
Read full article: #AskJAXTDY | Does Jacksonville get its money’s worth on EverBank Stadium?Q: With a deal reached between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the city on splitting the cost of an estimated $1.4 billion “Stadium of the Future” renovation, Jacksonville Today reader Paul N. asks what taxpayers are getting for their money when it comes to investing in EverBank Stadium.
Community learns how city, Jaguars plan to split ‘Stadium of the Future’ costs
Read full article: Community learns how city, Jaguars plan to split ‘Stadium of the Future’ costsThe Jacksonville City Council -- and the community -- will get a first look Tuesday night at the proposed deal the city and the Jaguars have reached to finance the “Stadium of the Future” renovations at EverBank Stadium.
Preliminary Jaguars-city stadium deal could reached by next week
Read full article: Preliminary Jaguars-city stadium deal could reached by next weekAt the next council meeting set for next Tuesday, residents should have some answers to exactly where this is going, what it could cost and who’s paying for what.
Preliminary deal between Jaguars, city could be reached by next week for ‘Stadium of the Future’
Read full article: Preliminary deal between Jaguars, city could be reached by next week for ‘Stadium of the Future’At the next council meeting set for next Tuesday, residents should have some answers to exactly where this is going, what it could cost and who’s paying for what.
Jacksonville City Council will discuss ordinance to extend consultant contract for ‘Stadium of the Future’
Read full article: Jacksonville City Council will discuss ordinance to extend consultant contract for ‘Stadium of the Future’It will take months before the city reviews the deal for the new stadium, but on Tuesday, the council will discuss an ordinance to extend the city’s consultant contract for one more year.
Sound off 📣: Do you think the Stadium of the Future funding should go on the ballot and if so, how would you vote?
Read full article: Sound off 📣: Do you think the Stadium of the Future funding should go on the ballot and if so, how would you vote?We want to hear from you: Do you think the Stadium of the Future funding should go on the ballot and if so, how would you vote?
City Council approves $10M for ‘Stadium of the Future’ design, engineering services
Read full article: City Council approves $10M for ‘Stadium of the Future’ design, engineering servicesThe Jaguars’ “Stadium of the Future” took a big step forward Tuesday night when the Jacksonville City Council voted in favor of a plan to spend $10 million to get started on the stadium's construction design and engineering services.
City council earmarks $10M to fund massive ‘Stadium of the Future’ makeover
Read full article: City council earmarks $10M to fund massive ‘Stadium of the Future’ makeoverThe first round of city funding for the nearly $2 billion price tag for the cost of renovating the EverBank Stadium was released Friday. That’s according to a court document filed by the Jacksonville City Council.
RISE Doro demolition, ongoing stadium negotiations raise questions about future of downtown
Read full article: RISE Doro demolition, ongoing stadium negotiations raise questions about future of downtownAs the demolition of the RISE Doro apartment complex continues, Mayor Donna Deegan spoke on the possible future of the building, and where the negotiations for the Jaguars’ new stadium stand.
Questions surround stadium talks between the city of Jacksonville and the Jaguars
Read full article: Questions surround stadium talks between the city of Jacksonville and the JaguarsWhile the Jags season is over, we want to know what's next for the so-called "Stadium of the Future." Will the team play here or somewhere else during renovations? We're hearing in 2026, that we may see the upper decks close for construction, while the lower levels would remain open so the team can continue to play at EverBank.
Jaguars president says stadium negotiations will heat up early in 2024
Read full article: Jaguars president says stadium negotiations will heat up early in 2024It will be an important game for the Jacksonville Jaguars this weekend as the team fights to make the playoffs. But there are also some important talks about the future of the team in the city.
Final design, cost of new Jaguars stadium still up in the air as negotations between city, team continue
Read full article: Final design, cost of new Jaguars stadium still up in the air as negotations between city, team continueThe $2 billion dream to redevelop the stadium and the surrounding area with half the money coming from the city is still just that — a dream — but negotiations between the city and the team are underway.
Jaguars request bids from companies who want to help create ‘Stadium of the Future’
Read full article: Jaguars request bids from companies who want to help create ‘Stadium of the Future’The Jacksonville Jaguars are seeking bids from companies who want to work on the proposed "Stadium of the Future," according to News4JAX news partner the Jacksonville Daily Record.
Jaguars fans hopeful that construction for new stadium will be reduced to 1-year timeframe
Read full article: Jaguars fans hopeful that construction for new stadium will be reduced to 1-year timeframeAfter a game day win Sunday, Jacksonville Jaguar fans are hoping construction for the “Stadium of the Future” can be completed in a year as opposed to the originally projected two-year timeframe.
Jaguars president says team working to reduce stadium construction schedule from 2 years to 1 year
Read full article: Jaguars president says team working to reduce stadium construction schedule from 2 years to 1 yearUnder the current proposal for stadium renovations, work would begin in 2025 and would take the Jaguars away from Jacksonville for two seasons.
Jags fans discuss concerns about developments around ‘stadium of the future’ at huddle
Read full article: Jags fans discuss concerns about developments around ‘stadium of the future’ at huddleEager Jaguars fans and community members attended another “Huddle up Jax” meeting to learn more about the proposed stadium renovations and developments in surrounding areas.
Fans pack Springfield sports bar to hear stadium renovation pitch from Jaguars president
Read full article: Fans pack Springfield sports bar to hear stadium renovation pitch from Jaguars presidentMore than 100 fans and stakeholders showed up at a Springfield sports bar on Monday to listen and ask questions about the Jaguars proposal for a $1 billion renovation of TIAA Bank Field.
Who should pay for the Jaguars’ stadium renovations and how much?
Read full article: Who should pay for the Jaguars’ stadium renovations and how much?Sounding off on an upgraded stadium, Jaguars fans have mixed reactions to the high-price plans. A taxpayer watchdog group is also keeping an eye on the massive investment.
What have other NFL teams done while awaiting stadium renovations? Here are 5 recent examples
Read full article: What have other NFL teams done while awaiting stadium renovations? Here are 5 recent examplesIf the Stadium of the Future becomes reality for the Jaguars, what happens to the team during the process?
Shade, better Wi-Fi, full roof? Jaguars reaching out to fans on upgraded stadium choices
Read full article: Shade, better Wi-Fi, full roof? Jaguars reaching out to fans on upgraded stadium choicesThe Jaguars are asking ticketholders for their input as they continue to do their research on a “Stadium of the Future” to upgrade TIAA Bank Field.