Northeast Florida Regional Council

On October 29, 2024, ADAPT, part of Jacksonville Today, partnered with the City of Jacksonville’s Environmental Protection Board to host *Regional Resilience in Action*, a panel discussion on preparing Northeast Florida for climate change impacts. Moderated by Jessica Palombo, Editor of *Jacksonville Today*, the event featured local leaders, including Beth Payne of the Northeast Florida Regional Council, Jessica Beach of St. Augustine, and Anne Coglianese and Ashantae Green of Jacksonville, who shared updates on resilience efforts addressing flooding, heat, and storms. The panel highlighted regional collaboration, sustainability in governance, and citizen empowerment, emphasizing the critical role of partnerships in creating a resilient and sustainable future for the region. To watch the panel: https://lnkd.in/gC5vnq53

Recognition Post: The Northeast Florida Regional Council (NEFRC) announced the winners of the 2024 Northeast Florida Regional Leadership Awards. We are proud to report that amongst the distinguished winners list is our esteemed colleague, Mr. Henry Dean. The 21st Annual Regional Awards for Excellence and Elected Officials Luncheon will be held to celebrate the winners and to honor local elected officials on January 9, 2025. The NEFRC awards these honors each year to recognize the best projects and the brightest leaders in the Region. Special Achievement - Henry Dean, former St. Johns County Commissioner Learn more about Henry Dean: https://bit.ly/409Q4bj We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Dean on this exceptional accomplishment, which is a reflection of his dedication and perpetual commitment.

City of Palm Coast and #FlaglerCounty received awards for excellence in public service at the 21st Annual Northeast Florida Regional Council Awards Luncheon. The 2024 city and county initiatives were recognized for excellence in the following categories: ?????Planning/Growth Management (City of Palm Coast Imagine 2050: “City on the Rise”) ????Public Safety (Flagler County UAS program receives FAA Certificate of Waiver ‘Beyond the Visual Line of Sight’) NEFRC director and CEO Elizabeth Payne presented the awards to representatives — including Seth Cribben @Chris Torres Matthew Rivera, MS Brittany Kershaw — and senior leadership in attendance. #FlaglerFirst

Thank you to all of our regional partners whom are doing such great work for our communities. The Northeast Florida Regional Council held their annual elected officials luncheon and regional awards ceremony yesterday and Haskell team members were honored to attend. Along with our good friend Cantrece Jones! Frederick Jones, AICP, RSP1 Mikhail Alert Van Christiansen, AICP Larry Levis (He/Him) #teamhaskell

What a blessing to have such an awesome team in Clay County, and thank you NE FL Regional Council for recognizing our dedicated team in last week’s annual awards ceremony.

The Northeast Florida Regional Council invites you to the 21st Annual NEFRC Elected Officials and Regional Awards of Excellence Luncheon on Thursday, January 9, 2025. This event celebrates the outstanding contributions of our region's elected officials and recognizes initiatives that have positively impacted Northeast Florida in these categories: 1. Affordable Housing 2. Culture, Historic Preservation, or Adaptive Reuse 3. Economic Development and Tourism 4. Environmental Stewardship 5. Healthcare Emergency Preparedness 6. Planning and Growth Management 7. Public Safety 8. Resiliency 9. Transportation 10. Quality of Life The event's highlight will be the presentation of the Regional Leadership Award, honoring an individual whose leadership has shaped and strengthened our region. To register, please use the link below. For questions or to reserve a group table, please contact Tyler Nolen at [email protected] or call (904) 715-0423. Your participation will enhance this celebration of excellence and leadership in Northeast Florida. Save the date and join us on January 9, 2025, as we recognize the accomplishments of those who inspire positive change in our region. Event Details: Date: Thursday, January 9, 2025 Time: 12:00 PM (following the NEFRC Board of Directors meeting) Location: Studio A, WJCT Building - 100 Festival Park Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32202 Ticket Options: Free or $30 (For those that wish to pay) Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gPcBsCPv

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Northeast Florida Regional Council Secures Over $1 Million in Federal Funding for Military Resilience Initiative Jacksonville, FL – The Northeast Florida Regional Council (NEFRC) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded $1,009,099 in federal funds from the Department of Defense's Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation. This funding will support the development of a Military Installation Resilience Review and Implementation Action Plan (MIRR) aimed at enhancing military readiness and response to natural and human-made hazards while directly addressing future conditions that require longer-term planning, mitigation, and investment. Read More... https://lnkd.in/gAcxUgGu

Join us for a panel discussion with local leaders working at the city and regional level each day to prepare Northeast Florida for the effects of climate change. Hear the latest updates on local and regional resilience efforts and how you and other citizens can participate in this ongoing work. ADAPT, part of Jacksonville Today, is partnering with the city of Jacksonville’s Environmental Protection Board to present Regional Resilience in Action. PANEL: Jessica Beach - Chief Resilience Officer, City of St. Augustine Anne Coglianese - Chief Resilience Officer, City of Jacksonville Ashantae Green - Sustainability Manager, City of Jacksonville Elizabeth Payne - CEO, Northeast Florida Regional Council Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm WJCT Studios 100 Festival Park Avenue Jacksonville, Florida 32202 This is a free event, but seating is limited, click the link to RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gia5SUz2

We are reaching out to invite you to participate in an important initiative that will shape the future of our region’s environmental health. The City of Jacksonville, with the support of the Northeast Florida Regional Council (NEFRC), has been awarded a $1 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This grant will help develop a comprehensive Climate Action and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reduction Plan for Northeast Florida, which includes Jacksonville, Duval, Clay, St. Johns, and Nassau counties, and the City of Palm Coast. For those who have already completed the survey, thank you! Your insights and contributions are invaluable to the success of this project, and we appreciate the time and effort you’ve taken to share your ideas. Your feedback will help shape our region's climate goals and strategies. If you’ve started but haven’t had the chance to finish, we kindly ask that you take a few moments to complete it. Your full input is essential to ensure that all ideas and strategies are fully considered in the final Climate Action Plan. Incomplete responses may limit the potential for your suggestions to be included. If you haven’t yet begun the survey, now’s the time! The survey seeks input on short-term (by 2030) and long-term (by 2050) GHG reduction measures, including projects, programs, and policies that can reduce emissions. Your feedback will help us outline the strategies needed to create a sustainable future for our communities. Key Survey Details: ? Total Questions: 34 ? Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes ? Deadline: November 22, 2024, 11:59pm ET Your input is crucial to developing a plan that reflects the diverse needs and ideas of our region. Whether you are completing the survey or filling it out for the first time, we look forward to your contributions. For more information or questions, feel free to reach out at [email protected] or visit the Climate Action page at https://lnkd.in/gw6TYUAY. Thank you again for your time and support! Obtain the survey here: https://lnkd.in/dwRPZ-22

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