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Posted on: December 17, 2021

2021 holiday message from the Jackson City Council

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Happy holidays from the City of Jackson! In their annual video message, the  Jackson City Council wishes residents a great holiday season and thanks them for all that was accomplished this year.


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Jackson taking name suggestions for snow plows

Posted on: January 14, 2022
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School of the Arts now creating in Downtown Jackson

Posted on: January 11, 2022
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Posted on: January 11, 2022
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Winter 2022 Newsletter now available!

Posted on: September 23, 2021
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Jackson City Council Jan. 11, 2022 meeting

Posted on: January 11, 2022
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City asks for resident help in reporting illegal activity in Ella Sharp Park

Posted on: January 7, 2022
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Police recruits starting training at police academy

Posted on: January 6, 2022
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Jackson firefighters distribute free coats to kids in need

Posted on: January 6, 2022
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Preparing for Wicked Winter Weather: How to help DPW crews keep roads safe this winter season

Posted on: January 6, 2022
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Racial Equity Commission looking for new members

Posted on: December 9, 2021
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Fall 2021 Loose Leaf Collection complete

Posted on: October 14, 2021
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Neighborhood meeting for Jackson's Fifth Ward happening on Wednesday, Dec. 15

Posted on: December 13, 2021
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Jackson City Council Dec. 7, 2021 meeting

Posted on: December 7, 2021
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Jackson Mayor and City Councilmembers begin new terms with Swearing-In Ceremony

Posted on: December 1, 2021
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City Council dedicates $4.5 million to affordable housing initiatives

Posted on: November 23, 2021
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Jackson City Council Nov. 23 Meeting

Posted on: November 23, 2021
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New official City Seal adopted for Jackson

Posted on: November 10, 2021
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Jackson City Council Nov. 9, 2021 Meeting

Posted on: November 9, 2021
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Follow Jackson's American Rescue Plan spending on City website

Posted on: October 28, 2021
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City of Jackson welcomes new Mayor, Ward 3 City Councilmember following Nov. election

Posted on: November 4, 2021
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Lining Up Jackson launched to keep residents informed on lead line replacements

Posted on: October 12, 2021
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Jackson City Council Oct. 26 Meeting

Posted on: October 26, 2021
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City of Jackson celebrates the sale of 100th vacant side lot

Posted on: October 20, 2021
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Neighborhood meeting for Jackson's First Ward happening on Monday, Oct. 25

Posted on: October 18, 2021
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Human Relations Commission holds 2021 Harold White Awards event

Posted on: October 13, 2021
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Jackson City Council Oct. 12, 2021 meeting

Posted on: October 12, 2021
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Street construction begins in Cascades Park area

Posted on: October 11, 2021
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W. Washington Ave. two-way conversion underway

Posted on: October 4, 2021
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Councilmember Dwyer Schlecte holding neighborhood meeting for Jackson's Fourth Ward

Posted on: October 7, 2021
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Councilmember Dancy holding neighborhood meeting for Jackson's Second Ward

Posted on: October 6, 2021
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Fall Hydrant Flushing Program

Posted on: September 23, 2021
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Jackson residents honored with new murals in neighborhoods

Posted on: October 1, 2021
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Fall 2021 Newsletter Now Available!

Posted on: September 23, 2021
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City Council creates new Community Police Oversight Commission

Posted on: September 30, 2021
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Jackson park to see new investment following sale of City-owned property

Posted on: September 29, 2021
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Jackson City Council Sept. 28, 2021 meeting

Posted on: September 28, 2021
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Water main construction closes N. Blackstone Street in Downtown Jackson

Posted on: September 27, 2021
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Jackson District Library partners with City to provide free Wi-Fi in Blackman Park

Posted on: September 27, 2021
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New pedestrian trail in Ella Sharp Park celebrated with ribbon cutting event

Posted on: September 13, 2021
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City reveals two design concepts for official City Seal Redesign

Posted on: September 10, 2021
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Jackson City Council Sept. 14, 2021 Meeting

Posted on: September 14, 2021
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New affordable housing complex planned in Downtown Jackson

Posted on: September 15, 2021
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New Active Aging Program launches for adult residents

Posted on: September 2, 2021
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City Councilmember Will Forgrave holding neighborhood meeting for Sixth Ward on Wednesday, Sept. 15

Posted on: September 9, 2021
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City of Jackson working with Anchor Initiative to redevelop the Hayes Hotel property

Posted on: August 31, 2021
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Jackson Police Dept. launches new recruit program

Posted on: August 26, 2021
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$1.5 million going to gun violence prevention program in Jackson

Posted on: August 18, 2021
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Jackson welcomes Sergio Garcia as new Deputy Chief of Police

Posted on: August 19, 2021
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Work to replace traffic signals on N. Wisner Street underway

Posted on: August 17, 2021
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Jackson City Council Aug. 17, 2021 Meeting

Posted on: August 17, 2021
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Railroad crossings in Jackson shutting down for maintenance

Posted on: August 5, 2021
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W. Franklin Street closing to traffic for home construction

Posted on: August 13, 2021
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Have your say on what the new official City Seal will look like

Posted on: August 11, 2021
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S. West Ave. closed to traffic for construction

Posted on: August 5, 2021
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Recreation centers open to residents without power and water on Friday, Aug. 13

Posted on: August 13, 2021
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Jackson City Council Aug. 10 meeting canceled, rescheduled to Aug. 17

Posted on: August 10, 2021
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New mask requirement for all City of Jackson facilities

Posted on: August 9, 2021
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MEETING UPDATE: Ward 2 neighborhood meeting canceled

Posted on: August 2, 2021
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Election results for Aug. 3 Mayoral Primary Election

Posted on: August 2, 2021
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New resident group formed to volunteer in Jackson parks

Posted on: July 8, 2021
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Jackson moving forward with redesigning official City Seal

Posted on: June 30, 2021
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MEETING UPDATE: July 27 community meeting canceled

Posted on: July 2, 2021
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Jackson City Council July 13 Meeting

Posted on: July 13, 2021
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City convening Construction Board of Appeals

Posted on: July 8, 2021
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July 6th community meeting on using COVID-19 relief funds

Posted on: July 6, 2021
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In-person City Council meetings resume

Posted on: July 13, 2021
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Woof! Jackson's first dog park now open!

Posted on: June 28, 2021
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COVID-19 Local State of Emergency ending in Jackson on Thursday, July 1

Posted on: June 30, 2021
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Councilmember Dancy holding neighborhood meeting for Jackson's Second Ward

Posted on: June 24, 2021
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Jackson Police Dept. lobby closing to public during front entrance construction

Posted on: June 23, 2021
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Explanation of Nixon Water Park closure in summer 2021

Posted on: June 18, 2021
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Jackson has most energy-efficient buildings for a small city in nation!

Posted on: June 16, 2021
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Summer Newsletter Now Available!

Posted on: June 7, 2021
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Three Jackson firefighters retire after 25 years of service

Posted on: June 7, 2021
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2020 Water Quality Report being mailed to homes

Posted on: June 8, 2021
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Jackson City Council June 8 Meeting

Posted on: June 8, 2021
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Hearing planned as City seeks $3 million from State for lead service line replacements

Posted on: June 3, 2021
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New community gardens bringing fresh produce to neighborhoods

Posted on: June 3, 2021
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Habitat for Humanity making impact in Jackson neighborhoods

Posted on: June 2, 2021
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Vaccine clinic at MLK Center gives 1,112 doses of COVID-19 vaccine in 2 months

Posted on: May 28, 2021
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MLK Corridor Improvement Authority holds first official meeting

Posted on: May 26, 2021
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New affordable housing complex opens in Downtown Jackson

Posted on: May 18, 2021
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Jackson City Council May 25, 2021 virtual meeting

Posted on: May 25, 2021
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Councilmember Will Forgrave holds neighborhood meeting for Jackson's Sixth Ward

Posted on: May 17, 2021
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New trail under construction in Jackson to increase pedestrian access, create safe walks to school

Posted on: May 13, 2021
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Jackson City Council holds Virtual Budget Workshop

Posted on: May 11, 2021
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Jackson City Council May 11, 2021 Virtual Meeting

Posted on: May 11, 2021
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Nixon Skate Park reopens for skateboarding fun

Posted on: May 7, 2021
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Councilmember Dwyer Schlecte holds neighborhood meeting for Jackson's Fourth Ward

Posted on: May 6, 2021
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City asks residents to be aware of grass cutting rules

Posted on: May 6, 2021
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Spring Cleanup Events planned for Jackson residents

Posted on: May 4, 2021
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Social district created for Downtown Jackson to help businesses and customers during pandemic

Posted on: April 28, 2021
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Jackson City Council April 27, 2021 virtual meeting

Posted on: April 27, 2021
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Bark! Construction on Jackson's first dog park begins with groundbreaking

Posted on: April 23, 2021
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Races set for Mayor and City Council races in 2021 elections

Posted on: April 22, 2021
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Human Relations Commission releases statement on George Floyd murder verdict

Posted on: April 22, 2021
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Street construction season starts with projects on Morrell and Clinton

Posted on: April 21, 2021
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Councilmember Dancy hosts virtual neighborhood meeting for Jackson's Second Ward

Posted on: April 20, 2021
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Spring Newsletter Now Available!

Posted on: April 15, 2021
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Spring Hydrant Flushing Program underway

Posted on: April 15, 2021
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Jackson City Council April 13 Virtual Meeting

Posted on: April 13, 2021
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Our Town program serves 42,000 free meals, gives $420,000 to local businesses in 10 weeks

Posted on: April 9, 2021
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Installing a fence? City launches new web page for fence permit information

Posted on: April 7, 2021
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Racial Equity Commission holds first virtual public meeting

Posted on: April 1, 2021
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Transgender Pride Flag flying in Downtown Jackson for International Transgender Day of Visibility

Posted on: March 31, 2021
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Deadline to file paperwork to run in 2021 City Elections is Tuesday, April 20

Posted on: March 29, 2021
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Human Relations Commission releases Anti-Hate statement on Asian American Issues

Posted on: March 25, 2021
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Jackson City Council March 23 Virtual Meeting

Posted on: March 23, 2021
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City of Jackson 2020 Income Tax Return due date extended

Posted on: March 23, 2021
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Watch the 2021 State of the City Address from Mayor Derek Dobies

Posted on: March 17, 2021
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Human Relations Commission hosts Virtual Vaccine Town Hall

Posted on: March 15, 2021
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Section of Lansing Ave. closing to traffic for tree removals on Monday, March 15

Posted on: March 12, 2021
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See the City of Jackson 2020 Annual Report

Posted on: March 10, 2021
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Jackson City Council passes Fair Chance Housing Ordinance

Posted on: March 10, 2021
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Jackson City Council March 9, 2021 Meeting

Posted on: March 9, 2021
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COVID-19 vaccines available at MLK Center

Posted on: March 8, 2021
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Our Town Meal Program serves 18,100 meals, gives $200K to local businesses in first 5 weeks

Posted on: March 4, 2021
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Learn how to buy City-owned vacant lots and homes

Posted on: March 1, 2021
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Jackson Youth Council holds first virtual meeting

Posted on: March 2, 2021
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Jackson City Council Feb. 23, 2021 meeting

Posted on: February 23, 2021
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New email address created for residents to submit comments for City Council meetings

Posted on: February 22, 2021
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Efforts continue to help residents with unpaid water bills

Posted on: February 16, 2021
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Jackson City Council Feb. 9, 2021 Meeting

Posted on: February 9, 2021
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Open position on the Jackson Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

Posted on: February 4, 2021
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City and Ella Sharp Museum collaborate on Black History Month Celebration

Posted on: January 27, 2021
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Our Town Meal Distribution Program: How to get free meals

Posted on: January 27, 2021
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Youth basketball program postponed to summer 2021

Posted on: January 26, 2021
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Jackson City Council Jan. 26, 2021 Meeting

Posted on: January 26, 2021
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Help available for Jackson residents facing foreclosure

Posted on: January 21, 2021
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City and Consumers Energy announce program to support local restaurants, provide meals to community

Posted on: January 19, 2021
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Millennium Clock Tower tolls 188 times to remember residents lost to COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on: January 19, 2021
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Jackson City Council Jan. 12, 2021 Meeting

Posted on: January 12, 2021
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City of Jackson Winter Newsletter Now Available

Posted on: January 11, 2021
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Jackson City Council Meeting Jan. 5, 2021

Posted on: January 5, 2021
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Woof! City of Jackson announces creation of new dog park

Posted on: December 18, 2020
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Latest information on COVID-19 vaccine in Jackson County

Posted on: December 17, 2020
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Jackson School of the Arts moving downtown following purchase of City-owned property

Posted on: December 9, 2020
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UPDATE: Leaf collection completed

Posted on: October 13, 2020
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Jackson City Council Meeting Dec. 8, 2020

Posted on: December 8, 2020
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Jackson firefighters train to keep rescue skills sharp

Posted on: December 3, 2020
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1 million pounds of food distributed in community COVID-19 response

Posted on: November 23, 2020
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Jackson City Council Nov. 24, 2020 meeting

Posted on: November 24, 2020
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See inside the new Dept. of Public Works Operations Center

Posted on: November 13, 2020
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Jackson City Council Meeting Nov. 10, 2020

Posted on: November 10, 2020
Anti-slavery historical marker in Bucky Harris Park

New historical marker honors Jackson's anti-slavery history

Posted on: October 30, 2020
MLK Drive in Jackson

Jackson City Council officially creates MLK Corridor Improvement Authority

Posted on: October 28, 2020
Proposed new playground at Loomis Park

Improvements planned for Loomis Park & Boos Community Center

Posted on: September 23, 2020
Ballot proposals approved

Two City Charter amendments approved by Jackson voters in Nov. election

Posted on: November 4, 2020
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Jackson City Council Oct. 27, 2020 Meeting

Posted on: October 27, 2020
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Human Relations Commission releases election civility statement

Posted on: October 23, 2020
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Completion of MLK Center renovation project celebrated with ribbon cutting event

Posted on: October 23, 2020
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City of Jackson receives award for financial reporting

Posted on: October 21, 2020
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How to vote using an absentee ballot in the City of Jackson

Posted on: September 11, 2020
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New program helps police department identify missing people with communication difficulties

Posted on: October 20, 2020
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City receives State grant to provide lighting on MLK Equality Trail

Posted on: October 14, 2020
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Jackson City Council Meeting Oct. 13, 2020

Posted on: October 13, 2020
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Be counted! Respond to the U.S. Census

Posted on: September 9, 2020
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Fall Hydrant Flushing Program begins Sept. 21

Posted on: September 11, 2020
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City Council creates Racial Equity Commission, Department of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Posted on: September 9, 2020
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Jackson City Council Sept. 8, 2020 Meeting

Posted on: September 8, 2020
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Fall 2020 Newsletter now available!

Posted on: September 4, 2020
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Protect waterways: How to be storm drain savvy

Posted on: August 31, 2020
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Neighborhood street resurfacing project continues this fall

Posted on: August 31, 2020
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City proposes using more federal funds to help residents with unpaid water bills

Posted on: August 20, 2020
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Smoking ban in Jackson parks and cemeteries begins

Posted on: August 14, 2020
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Jonathan Greene is Jackson's new City Manager

Posted on: August 12, 2020
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Jackson City Council Aug. 11 Meeting

Posted on: August 11, 2020
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Learn about the proposed MLK Corridor Improvement Authority

Posted on: July 6, 2020
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Bucky Harris Park recognized by National Park Service for Underground Railroad History

Posted on: August 7, 2020
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Summer 2020 City of Jackson Newsletter now available!

Posted on: July 27, 2020
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Human Relations Commission looking for new members

Posted on: July 29, 2020
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Reminder: Do not place election signs on City property or along streets

Posted on: July 28, 2020
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New website launched for City property sales

Posted on: July 27, 2020
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Response fund distributes 170k pounds of food, 132k basic need items with help from City of Jackson

Posted on: July 9, 2020
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Jackson City Hall reopens to the public following COVID-19 closure

Posted on: July 8, 2020
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Learn about the City's fireworks laws ahead of Independence Day

Posted on: June 29, 2020
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Reduce the cost of blight violation fines by working with the City

Posted on: June 29, 2020
E. High Street mural

Racism declared a public health crisis in Jackson

Posted on: June 17, 2020
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Jackson City Council April 14, 2020 meeting

Posted on: April 14, 2020
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City of Jackson receiving $700,000 from federal government for COVID-19 response

Posted on: April 3, 2020
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Jackson unites to meet community needs during COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on: April 3, 2020
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City of Jackson and Summit Township firefighters join forces to fight Coronavirus

Posted on: March 25, 2020
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City responds to Governor's "Stay Home, Stay Safe" Executive Order

Posted on: March 24, 2020
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City Council votes to extend Local State of Emergency

Posted on: March 23, 2020