About Donna Bowen

Mayor Donna BowenDonna Bowen is the current Mayor of Historic Jacksonville, Oregon. Please contact Mayor Bowen with any topics you would be interested in hearing more about in this column at mayor@jacksonvilleor.us.

WELCOME TO 2026! – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – February 2026

HELLO TO A NEW YEAR! For such a small city, we have a lot going on. Each fall, Jeff Alvis, our City Administrator, and I, sit down to discuss the accomplishments of the prior year, along with our priorities, biggest challenges, and plans for the upcoming year. […]

By |2026-01-28T09:55:40-08:00January 28th, 2026|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on WELCOME TO 2026! – by Mayor Donna Bowen

HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES IN JACKSONVILLE – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – December 2025 / January 2026

WORLDWIDE, in every culture and religion, holidays are a time to enjoy with the people we love. It’s a time to observe honored traditions and customs. A time to reflect on what is most meaningful for ourselves. For those of us […]

By |2025-11-24T19:00:13-08:00November 25th, 2025|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES IN JACKSONVILLE – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A THANKFUL MAYOR – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – November 2025

NOVEMBER has traditionally been a month for celebrating and giving thanks for the fall harvest and other blessings of the year. As Mayor, one thing I have been reflecting on is how thankful I am for the accomplishments that the city has achieved this year. None of […]

By |2025-10-29T13:12:43-07:00October 29th, 2025|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on A THANKFUL MAYOR – by Mayor Donna Bowen

YEARNING FOR FALL – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – October 2025

AS I SAT AT MY DESK over Labor Day weekend, to write my column for the October issue, I thought about how difficult it was to generate any enthusiasm writing about Fall activities with temperatures close to 100°. By the time this issue of the Jacksonville Review […]

By |2025-09-26T11:12:38-07:00September 26th, 2025|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on YEARNING FOR FALL – by Mayor Donna Bowen

U.S. HOTEL AND THE BRITT MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – September 2025

THE PURCHASE AND RENOVATION of the historic U.S. Hotel by the BRITT Music & Arts Festival organization has seen great local interest and much conjecture. In the coming months, you will see the changes that accompany the renovation of a historic building. These will take form in […]

By |2025-08-27T13:12:45-07:00August 27th, 2025|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on U.S. HOTEL AND THE BRITT MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL – by Mayor Donna Bowen

THE ARTS ARE ALIVE AND WELL IN JACKSONVILLE! – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – August 2025

IN A PAST LIFE, I was very active in the Arts Council of a small Northern California city. When asked why I was so involved, it was easy to answer. Art is an expression of life! Art is all around us, sometimes we don’t even notice it, […]

By |2025-07-29T14:38:52-07:00July 29th, 2025|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on THE ARTS ARE ALIVE AND WELL IN JACKSONVILLE! – by Mayor Donna Bowen

JUMPING INTO JULY IN JACKSONVILLE – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – July 2025

THE MONTH OF JULY in Jacksonville is always eventful. Our town is filled with visitors, annual activities, and school kids have been out and about for almost a month. The temperature keeps climbing, and fire season is upon us.

A favorite town activity is our Annual Mayor’s Hot […]

By |2025-06-30T16:33:20-07:00June 30th, 2025|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on JUMPING INTO JULY IN JACKSONVILLE – by Mayor Donna Bowen

PICKLEBALL UPDATE – by Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – June 2025

OUR WARM, SUNNY WEATHER has brought on our usual spring fever, enticing us to enjoy the pleasant outdoor activities available in Jacksonville. Folks are using our city parks, Jacksonville Woodlands, trails, dog park, skate park, tennis courts, and pickleball courts. It also seems to […]

By |2025-06-04T11:57:13-07:00May 29th, 2025|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Now|Comments Off on PICKLEBALL UPDATE – by Donna Bowen

HOME, SWEET HOME – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – May 2025

AS I SIT DOWN TO WRITE my May Column for the Review, I am reminded how grateful I am to live in Jacksonville. My husband, Clark, and I recently returned from a trip to the Southwest…places we have been to before, many times, and enjoyed. We had […]

By |2025-05-09T14:19:54-07:00May 1st, 2025|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on HOME, SWEET HOME – by Mayor Donna Bowen

2024 CITY AWARDS RECIPIENTS – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – April 2025

THE MARCH 4TH Jacksonville City Council meeting was high-spirited. After our regular agenda items, the fun began. I was very pleased to announce the 2024 award recipients for Jacksonville. Mike McClain received the 2024 “Lifetime Achievement Award,” and Belita Palu-ay received the 2024 Jacksonville “Citizen of the […]

By |2025-03-26T17:53:08-07:00March 26th, 2025|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on 2024 CITY AWARDS RECIPIENTS – by Mayor Donna Bowen

SPRING PLANS & PROJECTS – by Mayor Donna Bowen

WHAT A WET, COLD BEGINNING of February, with snow, ice, and rain! The city’s snowplow and our tractors were working overtime. Our Public Works Department did a wonderful job clearing our streets. We will work on clean-up for a while as they continue to clear debris and make repairs, in addition to their regular duties. […]

By |2025-02-27T11:09:01-08:00February 27th, 2025|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on SPRING PLANS & PROJECTS – by Mayor Donna Bowen

HELLO 2025! – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – February 2025

IT’S BEEN QUITE A RIDE since I was first sworn in as Mayor of Jacksonville in 2021. I came into office as COVID-19 had ramped up in the United States. Presidential elections had been volatile, with periods of unrest and fear nationwide. That whole period was unsettling […]

By |2025-01-29T14:42:50-08:00January 29th, 2025|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on HELLO 2025! – by Mayor Donna Bowen

THANKFUL NOVEMBER MUSINGS – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – November 2024

AS WE NEAR THE END OF 2024, we are starting to wind down the year and enjoy the fall. We are looking forward to the holiday season and all that entails for us individually. Our election year is finally over, thank goodness, and we have a head […]

By |2024-10-29T12:25:06-07:00October 29th, 2024|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on THANKFUL NOVEMBER MUSINGS – by Mayor Donna Bowen

ANOTHER ELECTION YEAR! – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – October 2024

AS I SIT DOWN TO WRITE MY COLUMN this month, I’m feeling very optimistic. There is a feeling of excitement in the air that I’m trying to put my finger on. I believe I’m feeling the changes in the weather. We are starting to feel the crisp […]

By |2024-09-26T17:19:42-07:00September 26th, 2024|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on ANOTHER ELECTION YEAR! – by Mayor Donna Bowen

EARLY FALL IN JACKSONVILLE – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – September 2024

EARLY FALL IN JACKSONVILLE means school is back in session—making this a good time to be aware of our younger citizens, as they walk and bike to school. Remember, some of them are too short for you to see, especially if you drive a big SUV or […]

By |2024-08-28T16:48:02-07:00August 28th, 2024|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on EARLY FALL IN JACKSONVILLE – by Mayor Donna Bowen

CALLING ALL CANDIDATES – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – August 2024

WE KICKED OFF JULY with our annual Mayor’s 4th of July Hot Dog Picnic! This event was started in 2017 by former Mayor Paul Becker, as a way to thank the folks in Jacksonville for their continued support of the city. I have continued the tradition for […]

By |2024-08-13T20:04:59-07:00July 30th, 2024|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on CALLING ALL CANDIDATES – by Mayor Donna Bowen

FIRE SEASON NOW IN EFFECT – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – June 2024

LIVING IN SOUTHERN OREGON means we get to enjoy all four seasons. However, our summer season can be a cause for worry, with the danger of wildfires. Summer thunderstorms, wind, warmer temperatures, and carelessness, are the main causes of fire in our area. We aim to help […]

By |2024-05-29T14:01:10-07:00May 29th, 2024|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on FIRE SEASON NOW IN EFFECT – by Mayor Donna Bowen

AN IMPORTANT CITY COUNCIL MEETING – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – May 2024

SOME THOUGHT-PROVOKING agenda items were on a lengthy City Council Meeting, held on April 2, 2024. I felt this Council meeting showed the City Council, and the audience members who spoke that night, at their best. Reasoned, measured, and respectful comments were offered by all.

The first item […]

By |2024-05-01T17:18:40-07:00May 1st, 2024|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on AN IMPORTANT CITY COUNCIL MEETING – by Mayor Donna Bowen

ODE TO JACKSONVILLE – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – April 2024

ON A RECENT TRIP to the southwest, I realized that post-COVID, I had forgotten how much I missed traveling. I love exploring new places, visiting old favorites, enjoying the wonderful cuisine of different areas, and having adventures I don’t normally experience at home. I was amazed by […]

By |2024-03-27T12:29:06-07:00March 27th, 2024|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on ODE TO JACKSONVILLE – by Mayor Donna Bowen

ACCOLADES AND AWARDS – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – March 2024

JANUARY 14, 2024, brought a well-received event to Jacksonville, in the form of Chamber Music when Jacksonville Oregon Friends of Classical Music presented  the first of three world-class winter chamber music performances scheduled this year. It was former Mayor Paul Becker’s dream to bring musical performances to […]

By |2024-03-01T19:13:12-08:00March 1st, 2024|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on ACCOLADES AND AWARDS – by Mayor Donna Bowen

STATE OF THE CITY / FEBRUARY 2024 – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – February 2024

WELCOME TO 2024 EVERYONE. It’s always a bittersweet moment saying goodbye to the old year and welcoming the new. We are another year older, but hopefully starting the next twelve months fresh and renewed. 2023 was a quiet, but a busy year. I would like to briefly […]

By |2024-02-01T16:34:38-08:00February 1st, 2024|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on STATE OF THE CITY / FEBRUARY 2024 – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Winter Holidays in Jacksonville – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – Dec 2023/Jan 2024

I love this time of the year in Jacksonville. We have enjoyed our beautiful show of fall leaf color from our deciduous trees, fire danger season is past, and I’m looking forward to enjoying the winter holiday season with family and friends.

The City of Jacksonville has […]

By |2023-11-29T14:31:38-08:00November 29th, 2023|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Winter Holidays in Jacksonville – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Police Protection in Jacksonville – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – November 2023

On October 3, 2023, City Council voted to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department and directed staff to come up with a timeline to rebuild our police department staff. The purpose of the agreement is to provide police services to the City […]

By |2023-10-27T11:59:35-07:00October 26th, 2023|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Police Protection in Jacksonville – by Mayor Donna Bowen

The Pickleball Issue – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – October 2023

At the end of the September 6 City Council meeting, I left the building with a heavy heart, after the Council had to vote on a difficult agenda item. At this meeting, your City Council had to make yet another decision regarding our current Tennis/Pickleball courts at […]

By |2023-09-27T12:28:37-07:00September 26th, 2023|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on The Pickleball Issue – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Learning, Literacy and Libraries – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – September 2023

Reading is a big deal in my family’s life. Reading is a daily pleasure for us, and I don’t know if I could go to sleep at night without reading for a while. As a family without a television until 1958, my parents read to my siblings […]

By |2023-09-01T13:53:31-07:00September 1st, 2023|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Learning, Literacy and Libraries – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Farewells and Thanks – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – August 2023

I have been reflecting lately on how many interesting activities we, and our visitors, enjoy in Jacksonville. My most recent thoughts of appreciation are of our partners: the Britt Music Festival, the Jacksonville Boosters, and our many Jacksonville volunteers who make many of these activities possible.

Britt’s latest […]

By |2023-07-27T14:36:53-07:00July 27th, 2023|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Farewells and Thanks – by Mayor Donna Bowen

July in Jacksonville – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – July 2023

The song, “Summertime” by George Gershwin, written for the opera Porgy and Bess, reminds me of long, lazy summer days and nights. The line “summer time and the living is easy” might be written as “summertime and the living is busy” here in Jacksonville. With an influx […]

By |2023-06-29T13:39:24-07:00June 29th, 2023|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on July in Jacksonville – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Summer in Jacksonville – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – June 2023

It’s the beginning of summer and there’s a lot of activity in our little city. School will adjourn for the summer in a few days. Our children will be out and about, as will tourists and local folks, enjoying our beautiful weather. Please be aware that Jacksonville […]

By |2023-05-25T09:50:04-07:00May 23rd, 2023|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Summer in Jacksonville – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Get Involved – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – May 2023

As we cross seasons, I see a lot more folks out enjoying our spring weather. It is time to come out of hibernation and enjoy all Jacksonville has to offer. Where better to enjoy meals, shopping, scenery, education, entertainment, and community involvement than right here in Jacksonville? […]

By |2023-04-28T19:14:37-07:00April 28th, 2023|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Get Involved – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Mayor’s Recognition Awards for 2022 – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – April 2023

People often ask me what I like and dislike about being Mayor. I find I love many aspects of being the Mayor of Jacksonville. I have the opportunity to meet and get to know many of the people who live here. The element that can be difficult […]

By |2023-03-31T15:12:03-07:00March 31st, 2023|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Now|Comments Off on Mayor’s Recognition Awards for 2022 – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Mid-Winter in Jacksonville – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – March 2023

The middle of winter is always a good time to plan ahead and most of us love to think of travel or garden projects. Recently, I participated in a discussion of another area that requires some planning.

One of the most important areas to prepare for is something […]

By |2023-03-03T16:02:32-08:00March 3rd, 2023|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Mid-Winter in Jacksonville – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Look Back at 2022 and Ahead to 2023 – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – February 2023

As we closed out 2022 and look forward to 2023, I feel excitement for Jacksonville. 2022 saw so many varied projects in our city begin, reach completion, or require further research or work. 2023 brings new goals and fresh enthusiasm to our Council to start the New […]

By |2023-02-09T18:02:26-08:00January 31st, 2023|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on A Look Back at 2022 and Ahead to 2023 – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Farewell 2022 – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – December 2022/January 2023

The Holiday Celebrations are now in full swing in Jacksonville. I would like to extend Seasons Greetings to you and your families. I hope you will have a chance to enjoy some of the many holiday activities Jacksonville is known for. The Chamber of Commerce has […]

By |2022-11-28T15:57:49-08:00November 28th, 2022|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Farewell 2022 – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Sympathy and Encouragement in Jacksonville – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – November 2022

After a devastating fire on September 26, a long-time restaurant, Las Palmas, was rendered unusable. It was by chance that the fire occurred when no one was in the building. Two neighboring businesses were also impacted with smoke damage, causing the inventory of Country Quilts and Trotting […]

By |2022-10-27T17:23:22-07:00October 27th, 2022|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Sympathy and Encouragement in Jacksonville – by Mayor Donna Bowen

City of Jacksonville Council Elections: November 8, 2022 – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – October 2022

City elections for the Office of Councilor or Mayor can be confusing to understand. This legal process can be puzzling, especially if you have moved to Jacksonville from a different city or state. As a resident, what should you expect to see during an election? What is […]

By |2022-09-29T15:05:33-07:00September 29th, 2022|A Few Minutes with the Mayor|Comments Off on City of Jacksonville Council Elections: November 8, 2022 – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Senate Bill 762 (Fire Risk Map) And Beyond – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – September 2022

One of the most talked about topics over the past month has been Senate Bill (SB) 762. What is it? What does it mean? How does it affect my property? What should I do? Many Jacksonville property owners were shocked to receive form notices from the Oregon […]

By |2022-08-30T18:49:09-07:00August 30th, 2022|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Senate Bill 762 (Fire Risk Map) And Beyond – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Mayor Bowen Responds to Visitor Information Center “Defunding” Charge

August 15, 2022— Jacksonville Mayor Donna Bowen sent the following statement out today regarding funding cuts to the Chamber of Commerce. It reads as follows:

What Went Into The Jacksonville City Council’s Decision To Change The Amount Of Funding We Give For The Visitors Information Center?

After looking at the amount of money paid to the Visitors Information […]

Understanding Drought – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – August 2022

We are not currently experiencing a water shortage, but it is a situation we hear a lot about and discuss amongst ourselves. The hot, dry conditions of fire season bring thoughts of drought too close to home. Why is it important to know about drought and how […]

By |2022-08-11T16:09:29-07:00July 28th, 2022|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Understanding Drought – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Who Are Our Future Leaders in an Uncertain World? – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – July 2022

In this long period of uncertainty over the last few years, I often hear about the worry and anxiety people feel about the future. In today’s world, it can be hard to find hope. It is difficult to know how to find the resolve to make positive […]

By |2022-07-12T14:57:09-07:00July 1st, 2022|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Who Are Our Future Leaders in an Uncertain World? – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Jacksonville Spring 2022 Review – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – June 2022

As I sit at the Mayor’s desk in City Hall, some of the duties that I am responsible for honoring are routine and even boring. Tasks that have to be done over and over, as Mayor, are just part of the job. Thankfully, there are also plenty […]

By |2022-05-27T17:57:21-07:00May 27th, 2022|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Jacksonville Spring 2022 Review – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Safety Considerations for Fire Season – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – May 2022

It’s that time of year again. We are all gearing up for summer and of paramount importance, it’s time to consider what summer will bring in the way of fire and smoke. This is a good opportunity to review the City of Jacksonville Emergency Evacuation Checklist and […]

By |2022-05-02T09:12:13-07:00May 2nd, 2022|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Safety Considerations for Fire Season – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Jacksonville Commissions and Committees – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – April 2022

This month, I’d like to give you an overview of City Commissions and Committees. Jacksonville runs on a volunteer force, which is readily apparent in the folks who show up to serve.

There is a distinct difference between the two. To simplify, in Jacksonville, we have an elected […]

By |2022-03-31T16:14:18-07:00March 31st, 2022|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Jacksonville Commissions and Committees – by Mayor Donna Bowen

City Council 2021 & 2022 Update – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – March 2022

In last month’s column I gave a report on work that went on last year in City Hall and its departments. This month I’ll bring you up to date on City Council projects. Next month I will feature City Commissions and Committees. My aim is to give […]

By |2022-03-03T12:51:13-08:00March 3rd, 2022|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on City Council 2021 & 2022 Update – by Mayor Donna Bowen

State of the City 2022 – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – February 2022

As we start the New Year, I’m reflecting back on what we have all gone through the last two years. The months have been both agonizingly slow and surprisingly fast. Slow when I think of the things we cannot easily do, that we used to take for […]

By |2022-01-28T18:11:46-08:00January 28th, 2022|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on State of the City 2022 – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Giving Thanks This Holiday Season – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – December 2021 January 2022

As I thought about writing this for the end of 2021, my mind wandered back to all that has happened during the last two years and what the future might bring. I have never been one to make New Year’s resolutions, but I have always […]

By |2021-11-30T10:52:45-08:00November 30th, 2021|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Giving Thanks This Holiday Season – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Considering a Museum – by Mayor Donna Bowen and City Councilor Ken Gregg

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – November 2021

This month, I would like to share my column space with City Councilor, Ken Gregg, who has served on Council since 2015. Ken is known and respected as an active City Councilor. Ken has his finger on the pulse of what is happening in Jacksonville and always […]

By |2021-10-28T13:27:34-07:00October 28th, 2021|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, City Hall Happenings, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Considering a Museum – by Mayor Donna Bowen and City Councilor Ken Gregg

A Hopeful Fall Season – by Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – October 2021

With October and November upon us, I’m feeling hope and a sense of moving forward to a season of renewal.

Hopefully, we will see the last of wildfires and smoke. Hopefully too, children are back in school and happily occupied in academics, social development, sports and other extracurricular […]

By |2021-10-12T18:02:18-07:00October 4th, 2021|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on A Hopeful Fall Season – by Mayor Donna Bowen

Historic Preservation Funds Grant Process – Mayor Donna Bowen

A Few Minutes with the Mayor – September 2021

This month, I would like to give you some information on a program available for historic structures in Jacksonville that is currently in process. Many of you may be unaware of the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF), which is under the aegis of the Historic Architectural Review Commission […]

By |2021-08-30T13:45:42-07:00August 30th, 2021|A Few Minutes with the Mayor, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Historic Preservation Funds Grant Process – Mayor Donna Bowen
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