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NYC bans unusual practice of forcing tenants to pay real estate brokers hired by landlords
Read full article: NYC bans unusual practice of forcing tenants to pay real estate brokers hired by landlordsTenants searching for an apartment in New York City have long been forced to pay thousands of dollars to real estate brokers.
Jacksonville City Council fails resolution that called for Medicaid expansion
Read full article: Jacksonville City Council fails resolution that called for Medicaid expansionIn September, Jacksonville City Councilmember Rahman Johnson introduced a resolution that highlighted what he said is a pressing need for broader healthcare coverage in Duval County. The resolution would have called upon state legislators to work toward Medicaid expansion.
City Council approves $500,000 grant for JSO’s Drone Replacement Program
Read full article: City Council approves $500,000 grant for JSO’s Drone Replacement ProgramThe Jacksonville City Council approved a $500,000 grant from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement for the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) Drone Replacement Program.
Jacksonville City Council approves $1 million for affordable housing builders, partners with JHFA on a new loan program
Read full article: Jacksonville City Council approves $1 million for affordable housing builders, partners with JHFA on a new loan programIn a step toward tackling affordable housing and homelessness in Duval County, the Jacksonville City Council approved an ordinance allocating $1 million from the city’s contingency fund to support affordable housing projects.
$137k approved for a program that helps Jacksonville’s unhoused return to their hometowns
Read full article: $137k approved for a program that helps Jacksonville’s unhoused return to their hometownsJacksonville’s City Council unanimously approved an amendment that appropriated $137,000 for the Homeward Bound Program, which helps unhoused residents return to their hometowns or reunite with family.
Family, city of Jacksonville honors local woman with street sign in her memory
Read full article: Family, city of Jacksonville honors local woman with street sign in her memoryThe family and friends of Erma Lee Cole gathered around a newly installed sign ordained by city council on Jacksonville’s Westside on Saturday.
City Council to decide on $10,000 emergency ordinance to increase security in Riverside
Read full article: City Council to decide on $10,000 emergency ordinance to increase security in RiversideThe Jacksonville City Council will vote on Tuesday in an emergency move for an ordinance that would give $10,000 to extend a pilot program in the King and Park Street area of Riverside.
City Council committee considers 2 bills that would help Jacksonville comply with state law banning sleeping in public
Read full article: City Council committee considers 2 bills that would help Jacksonville comply with state law banning sleeping in publicThe Jacksonville City Council’s Public Safety Committee will consider Tuesday two bills -- totaling $2.5 million -- that are part of a $10 million budget proposal to help the city comply with a new state law banning sleeping in public spaces.
Mayor Deegan defends her proposed $1.92B budget as Councilman Diamond seeks to curb DEI spending
Read full article: Mayor Deegan defends her proposed $1.92B budget as Councilman Diamond seeks to curb DEI spendingJacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan is defending her proposed budget and bracing for a tough fight in the coming weeks over funding for initiatives like affordable housing, the arts, and equity in city government.
Mayor Deegan defends proposed $1.92B budget as Councilman Diamond seeks to curb mayor’s spending power, defund DEI
Read full article: Mayor Deegan defends proposed $1.92B budget as Councilman Diamond seeks to curb mayor’s spending power, defund DEIJacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan is defending her proposed budget and bracing for a tough fight in the coming weeks over funding for initiatives like affordable housing, the arts, and equity in city government.
City Council considers emergency bill to install historic marker for victims of racist attack at Dollar General
Read full article: City Council considers emergency bill to install historic marker for victims of racist attack at Dollar GeneralA historic marker to honor the victims killed in a racially motivated Dollar General shooting last year is planned for the Grand Park neighborhood.
‘From potential to progress’: Mayor Deegan presents $1.92B budget to City Council
Read full article: ‘From potential to progress’: Mayor Deegan presents $1.92B budget to City CouncilJacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan presented a $1.9 billion budget, the first composed entirely by her administration, to the City Council on Monday.
What questions do you have for Mayor Deegan about the city’s budget?
Read full article: What questions do you have for Mayor Deegan about the city’s budget?Mayor Donna Deegan will present her budget to the city council on Monday at 9:30am. So, we want to know what questions you have about the budget that we can bring to the mayor?
DIA CEO says City Council is causing more delays in downtown projects
Read full article: DIA CEO says City Council is causing more delays in downtown projectsDowntown Investment Authority CEO Lori Boyer is frustrated, claiming the DIA’s work is on hold until the Jacksonville City Council decides how the agency will operate.
DIA CEO, Councilman want to streamline development projects
Read full article: DIA CEO, Councilman want to streamline development projectsThe head of the group in charge of development and growth in Downtown Jacksonville says the City Council’s efforts to intervene are responsible for more delays in long-awaited projects.
‘We’re just getting started’: Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan begins second year in office
Read full article: ‘We’re just getting started’: Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan begins second year in officeSince being sworn in on July 1, 2023, Mayor Donna Deegan has passed her first budget, launched several new programs and helped negotiate the Jaguars stadium deal. She already has a full plate as she begins year two with two key issues taking center stage this month.
Brentwood residents allege City Council built morgue in their neighborhood in secret. Here’s a timeline of the project
Read full article: Brentwood residents allege City Council built morgue in their neighborhood in secret. Here’s a timeline of the projectSome Brentwood residents are incensed over the construction of a huge city morgue and forensic lab in their neighborhood, claiming the city moved the project forward in secret.
Virginia city repeals ban on psychic readings as industry grows and gains more acceptance
Read full article: Virginia city repeals ban on psychic readings as industry grows and gains more acceptanceThe city of Norfolk, Virginia, has repealed a 45-year-old ban on palm reading and clairvoyance for money.
Local filmmaker says programs for production companies, filmmakers, could boost Jacksonville’s film industry
Read full article: Local filmmaker says programs for production companies, filmmakers, could boost Jacksonville’s film industryAn independent filmmaker said the three new programs created to attract production companies and filmmakers could take Jacksonville to the next level.
Jacksonville City Council President announces committee to examine Downtown Investment Authority
Read full article: Jacksonville City Council President announces committee to examine Downtown Investment AuthorityJacksonville City Council President Ron Salem announced a Special Committee that will look into the efficacy of the Downtown Investment Authority.
City to celebrate completion of 1st phase of Jacksonville’s Emerald Trail with ribbon-cutting ceremony
Read full article: City to celebrate completion of 1st phase of Jacksonville’s Emerald Trail with ribbon-cutting ceremonyJacksonville’s downtown revitalization project is one step closer to completion.
Jacksonville Beach police chief outlines safety recommendations ahead of Beach Fest
Read full article: Jacksonville Beach police chief outlines safety recommendations ahead of Beach FestThe Jacksonville Beach police chief outlined recommendations on how to keep people safe ahead of the annual Beach Fest and the official opening of the beaches.
‘Hate has no home in Jacksonville’: City Council takes stand with anti-hate crime legislation
Read full article: ‘Hate has no home in Jacksonville’: City Council takes stand with anti-hate crime legislationMembers of the Jacksonville City Council stood in front of a memorial Monday for the three innocent lives that were taken after a hate crime to announce a solution to a broken community’s demand for change.
Black immigrant rally in NYC raises awareness about racial, religious and language inequities
Read full article: Black immigrant rally in NYC raises awareness about racial, religious and language inequitiesBlack immigrants have turned out in the hundreds across from a City Hall, drawing attention to racial inequities in the city’s shelter and immigrant support systems.
Can homeless people be fined for sleeping outside? A rural Oregon city asks the US Supreme Court
Read full article: Can homeless people be fined for sleeping outside? A rural Oregon city asks the US Supreme CourtThe rural city of Grants Pass in southern Oregon has become the unlikely face of the nation’s homelessness crisis as its case over anti-camping laws goes to the U.S. Supreme Court.
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.
JSO members attend City Council meeting to support bill that some say would give them ‘veto power’ over settlements
Read full article: JSO members attend City Council meeting to support bill that some say would give them ‘veto power’ over settlementsSeveral members of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office attended a Tuesday city council meeting to support a bill that the law enforcement agency said would give officers a seat at the table for legal settlements involving JSO.
Land use committee approves rezoning for northside affordable housing complex opposed by many residents
Read full article: Land use committee approves rezoning for northside affordable housing complex opposed by many residentsA proposed affordable housing complex on the Northside was met with hours of opposition from concerned residents after the Land Use and Zoning Committee voted to approve the rezoning on Tuesday.
Jax City Council to discuss bill to give sheriff, elected officials more say in settling police shooting lawsuits
Read full article: Jax City Council to discuss bill to give sheriff, elected officials more say in settling police shooting lawsuitsOn Monday at 2 p.m., Jacksonville’s City Council Rules Committee will discuss a bill that would require approval from the sheriff for future settlements in police shooting lawsuits.
Northside neighbors concerned about proposed affordable housing complex
Read full article: Northside neighbors concerned about proposed affordable housing complexJacksonville City Councilman Reggie Gaffney Jr. will meet Thursday with Northside residents who are concerned about a plan to bring an affordable housing apartment complex to their neighborhood.
NYPD officers will have to record race of people they question under new police transparency law
Read full article: NYPD officers will have to record race of people they question under new police transparency lawNYPD officers will have to record the race of people they question under new police transparency law.
NYC mayor vetoes bills banning solitary confinement in jails and expanding reporting of police stops
Read full article: NYC mayor vetoes bills banning solitary confinement in jails and expanding reporting of police stopsNew York City’s mayor has vetoed bills aimed at banning solitary confinement in city jails and requiring more transparency in police encounters with civilians.
Could JSO headquarters move to Florida Blue building as part of possible Duval County jail relocation?
Read full article: Could JSO headquarters move to Florida Blue building as part of possible Duval County jail relocation?A push to move the Duval County jail is gaining steam and now a conversation is brewing about also moving the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office administrative headquarters.
Severe weather: Government office, other closures in Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia
Read full article: Severe weather: Government office, other closures in Northeast Florida, Southeast GeorgiaSevere weather anticipated Tuesday, including the potential for heavy downpours, tornadoes and small hail, led government and other offices around the area to announce closures for the day.
City Council president wants to block mayors from using private funds for city projects after monument removed
Read full article: City Council president wants to block mayors from using private funds for city projects after monument removedJacksonville City Council members want answers from the city's top attorney after Mayor Donna Deegan’s decision to remove a Confederate monument from Springfield Park, using private funds.
Mayor Deegan signs nearly $26M spending plan approved by City Council
Read full article: Mayor Deegan signs nearly $26M spending plan approved by City CouncilJacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan will sign a nearly $26 million spending plan Wednesday that addresses everything from homelessness to health care.
City council passes Mayor Deegan’s $14M Task Force Bill to support homelessness, housing & youth programs
Read full article: City council passes Mayor Deegan’s $14M Task Force Bill to support homelessness, housing & youth programsThe Jacksonville City Council voted Tuesday to pass Mayor Donna Deegan’s Task Force Bill with 13 of 17 council members showing support of the bill.
After years of division, city, local groups will unite for single Martin Luther King Jr. breakfast in January
Read full article: After years of division, city, local groups will unite for single Martin Luther King Jr. breakfast in JanuaryAfter several years of division recently, with the city and local groups hosting dueling MLK breakfasts, Mayor Donna Deegan and other city leaders announced Monday that there will again be a single MLK breakfast in Jacksonville.
Jacksonville special committee holds meeting on homelessness and affordable housing
Read full article: Jacksonville special committee holds meeting on homelessness and affordable housingThe Jacksonville City Council’s Special Committee on Homelessness and Affordable Housing was announced by City Council President Ron Salem in October 2023. The group held its first meeting on Monday.
Millions of dollars needed to fix structural and safety issues at Duval County Jail
Read full article: Millions of dollars needed to fix structural and safety issues at Duval County JailJacksonville city leaders say the current Duval County Jail is falling apart and millions needs to be spent to bring it up to par. During a special city council meeting Friday, council members talked about problems at the jail, including mold and structural issues.
‘Predatory practices’: Jacksonville cracks down on loan program city leaders say preys on residents
Read full article: ‘Predatory practices’: Jacksonville cracks down on loan program city leaders say preys on residentsCity Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to pass legislation against Florida PACE Funding Agency, which city leaders say is responsible for "predatory lending."
Councilmembers: Clock is ticking for Westside mobile home park owners in outrageous water bill dispute
Read full article: Councilmembers: Clock is ticking for Westside mobile home park owners in outrageous water bill disputeThe owners of a Westside mobile home park have four more days to explain to city inspectors why they’re charging some tenants thousands of dollars a month for water or they could face consequences.
Kansas newspaper's lawyer says police didn't follow warrant in last month's newsroom search
Read full article: Kansas newspaper's lawyer says police didn't follow warrant in last month's newsroom searchThe lawyer for a small Kansas newspaper raided by police last month said he believes officers didn't follow the search warrant's requirements to only seize computers believed directly involved in suspected identity theft.
‘Stop playing this game’: Mayor Deegan says general counsel nominee Randy DeFoor ‘facing smear campaign’
Read full article: ‘Stop playing this game’: Mayor Deegan says general counsel nominee Randy DeFoor ‘facing smear campaign’Saying her nominee for general counsel is “facing a smear campaign,” Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan held a news conference Wednesday to rally support for Randy DeFoor’s appointment.
'Get out of my house!' Video shows 98-year-old mother of Kansas newspaper publisher upset amid raid
Read full article: 'Get out of my house!' Video shows 98-year-old mother of Kansas newspaper publisher upset amid raidNewly released video shows the 98-year-old mother of a Kansas newspaper publisher confronting police officers as they searched her home in a raid that has drawn national scrutiny.
City Council approves $150K to hire former Jags exec to consult on stadium renovation negotiations
Read full article: City Council approves $150K to hire former Jags exec to consult on stadium renovation negotiationsJacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan's administration hopes to meet with the Jaguars to formally discuss stadium renovations by the end of next month.
Atlanta organizers unveil plan to stop 'Cop City' at the ballot box
Read full article: Atlanta organizers unveil plan to stop 'Cop City' at the ballot boxActivists have announced an effort to force a referendum that would allow Atlanta voters to decide whether the construction of a proposed police and firefighter training center should proceed.
$63M verdict against Miami commissioner accused of political retaliation
Read full article: $63M verdict against Miami commissioner accused of political retaliationA federal jury in Florida has awarded $63.5 million to a pair of businessmen who claimed a city of Miami commissioner used his office to harass them after they supported the commissioner’s political opponent.
Federal lawsuit over Jacksonville’s city council redistricting ends with settlement
Read full article: Federal lawsuit over Jacksonville’s city council redistricting ends with settlementA federal judge has now given final approval to a settlement that ends a lengthy legal battle over redistricting between several civil rights groups and the city of Jacksonville.
New York City has a right to shelter, but will it establish a right to sleep outside?
Read full article: New York City has a right to shelter, but will it establish a right to sleep outside?Democratic leaders in major U.S. cities are finding themselves politically squeezed when it comes to addressing homelessness.
White House vows more federal aid to reduce homelessness in 5 cities and California
Read full article: White House vows more federal aid to reduce homelessness in 5 cities and CaliforniaFive major U.S. cities and the state of California will receive federal help to get unsheltered residents into permanent housing.
With 33% voter turnout, here are the results for property appraiser, 7 City Council runoffs
Read full article: With 33% voter turnout, here are the results for property appraiser, 7 City Council runoffsWhile most eyes were on the mayor’s race Tuesday — which was clenched by Democrat Donna Deegan — seven City Council seats and the race for property appraiser were also in runoffs after the first election in March.
Early voting starts Monday in Jacksonville’s city elections
Read full article: Early voting starts Monday in Jacksonville’s city electionsFrom May 1 to May 14, every Duval County registered voter will be able to cast a ballot at any one of nearly 20 early voting locations around the county in races for Jacksonville mayor and at least two other city races.
City Council to hear from public on moving Jacksonville Fairgrounds to Westside
Read full article: City Council to hear from public on moving Jacksonville Fairgrounds to WestsideThe Jacksonville community is invited to speak Tuesday night at the City Council meeting in support of or opposition to a proposal to relocate the Jacksonville Fairgrounds from its current location to the Westside on Normandy Boulevard.
Breaking down state, local efforts to tackle affordable housing crisis in Florida
Read full article: Breaking down state, local efforts to tackle affordable housing crisis in FloridaA $711 million plan to make housing more affordable statewide is headed to the governor’s desk, and there is also help on the way for people in Jacksonville who are struggling to pay bills.
City Council to consider proposal to move MOSH across river
Read full article: City Council to consider proposal to move MOSH across riverOn Tuesday night’s City Council agenda is a proposal that would move the Museum of Science and History from its longtime home on Jacksonville’s Southbank to a new home on the Northbank that is yet to be built.
Jacksonville mayoral candidates Daniel Davis, Donna Deegan headed to May general election
Read full article: Jacksonville mayoral candidates Daniel Davis, Donna Deegan headed to May general electionThe two candidates who received the greatest number of votes — Republican Daniel Davis and Democrat Donna Deegan — will now face off during the May 16 general election.
Grace period ends for law aimed to stop panhandling in Duval County roadways
Read full article: Grace period ends for law aimed to stop panhandling in Duval County roadwaysLocal law enforcement can now begin enforcing a new Duval County ordinance designed to stop panhandling in medians, along sidewalks, and in public rights-of-way along roadways.
City Council approves plan to move USS Orleck to permanent riverfront home
Read full article: City Council approves plan to move USS Orleck to permanent riverfront homeDuring Tuesday night’s meeting, the City Council voted to approve a plan to move the USS Orleck from where it is now to its final location where it will turn into a permanent Naval museum.
Jacksonville City Council approves $20M in funds for University of Florida satellite campus
Read full article: Jacksonville City Council approves $20M in funds for University of Florida satellite campusThe Jacksonville City Council on Tuesday evening voted to approve millions of dollars toward a project that would bring a University of Florida satellite campus to the city.
Some Jacksonville candidates say their campaign signs are being destroyed
Read full article: Some Jacksonville candidates say their campaign signs are being destroyedThe election for Jacksonville City Council and Jacksonville Mayor is March 21, and two candidates running for office tell News4JAX their campaign signs are being destroyed.
People living near Pumpkin Hill Preserve file lawsuit against city of Jacksonville
Read full article: People living near Pumpkin Hill Preserve file lawsuit against city of JacksonvilleResidents who live near the Pumpkin Hill preserve have filed a lawsuit against the city of Jacksonville. They're upset with the City Council's decision to move forward with a new development in Northeast Jacksonville.
Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach and Fernandina Beach looking for city managers
Read full article: Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach and Fernandina Beach looking for city managersBy the end of this week, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach and Fernandina Beach will be searching for new city managers. These vacancies are all for different reasons.
Months after his arrest at City Council, Ben Frazier’s case appears to be at standstill
Read full article: Months after his arrest at City Council, Ben Frazier’s case appears to be at standstillBen Frazier, of the Northside Coalition of Jacksonville, was arrested two months ago during a meeting of the City Council — and his case still hasn’t been heard.
Jacksonville City Council votes 10-9 in favor of rezoning area near Pumpkin Hill Preserve
Read full article: Jacksonville City Council votes 10-9 in favor of rezoning area near Pumpkin Hill PreserveApproximately 30 people who attended a City Council meeting Tuesday spoke out about a new development in Northeast Jacksonville near the Pumpkin Hill Preserve.
Council members gather ahead of planned special meeting on attempted JEA sale
Read full article: Council members gather ahead of planned special meeting on attempted JEA saleCity Council members Brenda Priestly Jackson and Randy Defoor attended a meeting Tuesday afternoon to discuss the change, work and legislative recommendations results from the Special Investigatory Committee on JEA matters.
Jacksonville City Council to vote on bill that would ban panhandling at intersections
Read full article: Jacksonville City Council to vote on bill that would ban panhandling at intersectionsThe Jacksonville City Council will soon take up a bill that targets people who use intersections to ask for money.
No ‘participation award’: Democrats opt not to challenge Republicans in some city races
Read full article: No ‘participation award’: Democrats opt not to challenge Republicans in some city racesThe sheriff, supervisor of elections, tax collector and several city council candidates are running unopposed in the upcoming municipal elections in seven weeks.
City Council approves land use plan change for Pumpkin Hill development, defers zoning change
Read full article: City Council approves land use plan change for Pumpkin Hill development, defers zoning changeAfter hours of debate and public comment Tuesday night, the City Council approved a change in the city’s land use plan but deferred the actual zoning change for a planned Pumpkin Hill development.
City Council approves legislation to ban projecting unwanted messages on property
Read full article: City Council approves legislation to ban projecting unwanted messages on propertyThe Jacksonville City Council on Tuesday approved legislation that bans any message projected onto someone’s building or property without permission.
LIVE: City Council to consider identical bills to ban projecting unwanted messages on property
Read full article: LIVE: City Council to consider identical bills to ban projecting unwanted messages on propertyTwo identical bills are set to appear on Tuesday night’s City Council agenda to address a series of hate messages that have appeared in Jacksonville recently.
Council members appear to be taking sides on antisemitism bill — an issue they say they agree on
Read full article: Council members appear to be taking sides on antisemitism bill — an issue they say they agree onLast week, Jacksonville City Council members filed two bills, which are set to appear on Tuesday night’s agenda. They appear to do the same thing.
Brenda Priestly Jackson will not seek reelection to District 10. She gives reasons why in letter
Read full article: Brenda Priestly Jackson will not seek reelection to District 10. She gives reasons why in letterIn a letter addressed Thursday to Mike Hogan, the Duval County supervisor of elections, Jacksonville City Council member Brenda Priestly Jackson writes that she be withdrawing as a candidate for District 10.
Large voter turnout expected for high-stakes city election as redistricting issues loom
Read full article: Large voter turnout expected for high-stakes city election as redistricting issues loomIn March, Jacksonville will be voting for a new mayor and new city council members to run the city. Political observers anticipate a high turnout compared to past local elections as races began to become very competitive.
Well-known Jacksonville attorney John Phillips announces he’s running for City Council District 7
Read full article: Well-known Jacksonville attorney John Phillips announces he’s running for City Council District 7Attorney, civil rights advocate and legal commentator, John Phillips, announced on social media Tuesday that he is running for Jacksonville City Council.
Community activist expected at city council Tuesday despite risk of being arrested — again
Read full article: Community activist expected at city council Tuesday despite risk of being arrested — againJacksonville community activist Ben Frazier plans to attend Tuesday night’s city council meeting despite the risk of being arrested again.
NAACP, others file objections to city of Jacksonville’s remedial redistricting plan, propose 3 maps of their own
Read full article: NAACP, others file objections to city of Jacksonville’s remedial redistricting plan, propose 3 maps of their ownThere’s an update in the fight to redraw Jacksonville’s City Council districts.
In ailing LA, Mayor-elect Karen Bass promises unity, change
Read full article: In ailing LA, Mayor-elect Karen Bass promises unity, changeLos Angeles' new mayor has outlined her vision to turn around a troubled City Hall and restrain an out-of-control homeless crisis in the nation's second-largest city.
Voters OK drastic overhaul of City Hall in Portland, Oregon
Read full article: Voters OK drastic overhaul of City Hall in Portland, OregonVoters in Portland, Oregon, have approved a ballot measure that will overhaul the city's government, spurred by growing concerns over homelessness and a desire to make City Hall more inclusive.
Property appraiser says redrawing Riverside-Avondale district was a necessity due to growth
Read full article: Property appraiser says redrawing Riverside-Avondale district was a necessity due to growthAfter much deliberation and debating, Jacksonville City Council members made a final decision Friday on a redrawn redistricting map.
City Council committee narrows down new district maps to one choice, but pushback continues
Read full article: City Council committee narrows down new district maps to one choice, but pushback continuesA special Jacksonville City Council committee narrowed down new city council and school district boundary maps from two choices to one on Wednesday, though its work is not done.
Clock is ticking: Jacksonville’s redrawing of boundary lines for city council map, school board districts due in less than 3 weeks
Read full article: Clock is ticking: Jacksonville’s redrawing of boundary lines for city council map, school board districts due in less than 3 weeksThe council met on Thursday to discuss the matter — but nothing has yet been decided. A new drawing of the district map has not begun.