RESO Commending All Local Media Organizations, Journalists, Reporters, Editors, & Staff for Keeping Jacksonville Informed & for their Contributions to Our City (Hampsey) (Introduced by CM Pittman) 1/13/26 CO Introduced: R

This resolution, introduced by Council Member Pittman, commends all local media organizations, journalists, reporters, editors, and staff for their crucial role in keeping Jacksonville informed and for their contributions to the city. It acknowledges the increasing prevalence of "news desert counties" and highlights the value of local media in providing trusted information about community events, leadership, and broader issues. The resolution specifically names various print, digital, and broadcast entities that serve Jacksonville, including the Florida Times-Union, Jacksonville Business Journal, First Coast News, Action News Jax, and WJCT, among others.

This resolution recognizes the importance of local journalism for residents staying informed about city matters, but has no direct impact on services or daily life.

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