JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. \u2013 Jacksonville Beach could soon see new life on its boardwalk, thanks to two proposed ordinances aimed at boosting small businesses along the coast.<\/p>\n
Ordinance 2026-8233 was introduced during its first reading at the Jacksonville Beach City Council on Monday. If passed, it would establish a pilot program activating events on the boardwalk between Beach Boulevard and 6th Avenue North.<\/p>\n
A second proposed ordinance would create a food truck rally pilot program in Jacksonville Beach\u2019s Central Business District. Together, the two measures could open new doors for entrepreneurs and existing businesses at the beaches.<\/p>\n
Mark Braddock, owner of 8103 Clothing and creator of 904 Pop Up at Jacksonville Beaches, said the opportunity is something he has long been waiting for.<\/p>\n
\u201cI am really glad that it\u2019s finally happening. I have always wanted to expand 904 Pop Up down the boardwalk and reactivate the boardwalk, maybe even connect it with the pier, if you will. We have talked about it a couple of times. I am grateful to see it happen and can\u2019t wait to see it come to fruition,\u201d Braddock said.<\/p>\n
Both ordinances are scheduled for a second reading at Jacksonville Beach City Council on April 20.<\/p>\n
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