#jacksonville

Two people were let go today, performance based not a layoff. Just a PSA, they are still at it, pip-ing the workers into oblivion.

Jacksonville Transportation Authority board members are demanding clarity on the agency's financial crisis. The city council has proposed a $30 million zero-interest loan from gas tax funds to help the struggling agency. This loan is intended to cover existing debt and prevent further financial collapse. However, the proposal does not address severance costs for nearly 200 employees facing layoffs. Board members expressed concern about the long-term financial management of the JTA.

Jacksonville, Florida

https://www.wokv.com/news/local/jta-board-demands-answers-city-offers-30m-gas-tax-loan-keep-agency-afloat/6ASPYEHXRJAC7FAMGF6Q3YHS6U/?outputType=amp

Jacksonville Transportation Authority CEO Nat Ford will continue to receive his executive salary for an additional month. This decision comes as the JTA faces a significant financial crisis. The transit authority is planning up to 194 layoffs. Service cuts are also anticipated due to the financial strain. Ford's extended pay period will overlap with these difficult measures.

Jacksonville, Florida

https://www.jacksonville.com/story/news/local/2026/09/22/outgoing-jta-ceo-nat-ford-will-get-ceo-level-pay-another-month/91881536007/

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is implementing significant budget reductions for Fiscal Year 2027. This plan includes suspending Skyway passenger service and pausing Navi service to address a $39 million deficit. The agency will release 44 administrative employees and may eliminate up to 150 frontline operations positions. These actions follow previous layoffs and administrative furloughs. The JTA aims to stabilize its financial standing to restore services in the future.

Jacksonville, Florida

https://www.news4jax.com/news/local/2026/09/17/jta-to-cut-39-million-from-fy-2027-budget-suspend-skyway-service-in-november/

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is reportedly planning significant layoffs and project alterations. These changes are a direct response to ongoing financial difficulties. The authority is also considering a shift in its funding strategy. These measures aim to address the agency's fiscal challenges. The full extent of the impact remains to be seen.

Jacksonville, Florida

https://www.actionnewsjax.com/news/local/sources-jta-planning-sweeping-layoffs-major-project-changes-funding-shift-due-financial-issues/3784285b-11f3-4713-91b6-f0ae71a41ba0/

Reporting this from Jacksonville FL office that three Interns who joined straight from college campus were RIF'ed.
Clearly management want certain people as employees.

CSX has eliminated 166 management positions, representing about 5% of its management workforce. This action is part of the company's ongoing strategy to improve business performance and align resources. The company is providing severance packages and transition services to affected employees. This follows a similar round of layoffs in July 2025. CSX employs approximately 23,000 people nationwide.

Jacksonville, Florida

https://www.news4jax.com/news/local/2026/01/07/csx-cuts-more-than-160-management-jobs-to-streamline-operations/

Three Florida cities have been recognized for their strong environments for small business growth. Jacksonville, Tampa, and Orlando all ranked in the top ten nationally for fostering small businesses. This analysis by Nav considered factors like hiring, layoffs, and pay growth over a two-year period. Jacksonville secured third place, with Tampa and Orlando following closely in sixth and seventh respectively. Miami also appeared in the top 25, indicating a positive trend for small businesses across the state.

Jacksonville, Florida

https://floridapolitics.com/archives/807953-jacksonville-tampa-orlando-ranked-in-top-10-for-small-businesses-in-u-s/

Tim Tebow has signed a new multi-year contract with ESPN. He will continue his role on SEC Nation and other college football programs. This extension occurs as ESPN implements significant layoffs. Many of these job reductions are linked to the network's acquisition of NFL media assets. The company is reportedly handling the situation with compassion.

Jacksonville, Florida

https://www.jacksonville.com/story/sports/2026/07/22/tim-tebow-espn-contract-extension-layoffs-cam-newton-ryan-clark-nfl-analyst/91008188007/

AVMAC LLC is laying off 62 employees at its Jacksonville facility. This action follows the loss of a government contract at the site. The company cited that the contract was awarded to a different entity. AVMAC stated it has no other similar work available in the region. Most affected employees are expected to be hired by the new contractor.

Jacksonville, North Carolina

https://wcti12.com/news/local/avmac-to-lay-off-62-at-jacksonville-facility-after-government-contract-loss

Enkei America Inc. will cease operations at its aluminum wheel manufacturing facility in North Jacksonville. This closure will result in the elimination of 62 jobs. The plant is scheduled to shut down by the end of August. The company filed official notice of these layoffs with the state. This decision impacts local employment in the manufacturing sector.

Jacksonville, Florida

https://www.jacksonville.com/story/business/2026/07/08/enkei-america-to-close-jacksonville-facility/90851482007/

A global wheel manufacturer will be closing its Jacksonville plant in August. This decision will result in the layoff of 62 employees. The company cited difficulties with labor recruitment and retention as a primary reason. High operating and maintenance expenses also contributed to the closure. The facility's closure is scheduled for August 30.

Jacksonville, Florida

https://www.firstcoastnews.com/article/news/local/enkei-america-inc-jacskonville-facility-closing-layoffs/77-8e532662-1afc-4be6-8d64-d1902241cbb8

Senator Bernie Sanders targeted a Jacksonville maritime company. He accused the firm of illegal union-busting. Sanders also cited unsafe work conditions. A worker death reportedly occurred there. The company also conducted recent layoffs.

Jacksonville, Florida

https://www.news4jax.com/video/news/2026/06/15/sen-bernie-sanders-criticizes-jacksonville-maritime-company-after-worker-death-layoffs/

The massive Cinco is occurring in the parking lot at the Jacksonville Florida campus is wild. I can’t believe people park in that parking lot or in that garage. It’s a dead deadly disaster waiting to happen..

Mittera is closing its commercial printing plant in Jacksonville. This closure will impact 100 full-time employees. The company submitted a WARN notice to city and state officials. The reason for the closure is the loss of Mittera's primary customer. Layoffs are expected to begin after July 16, 2026.

Jacksonville, Florida

https://www.firstcoastnews.com/article/news/local/mittera-layoffs-jacksonville-printing-plant-closing/77-670b80dd-6cfd-4c67-a05f-c194e9cea1fe

Anyone irritated and concerned that the Jacksonville campus is shutting down the parking garage for a good bit of time to pressure wash a practically new garage? Meanwhile, our whole state has a drought and terrible fires destroying our homes.. and we can’t water our grasp but once a week - yet the bank thinks it’s a good time to pressure wash a garage?

I don’t think that’s what they’re doing. I actually suspect that they are working on a sinkhole issue. I won’t park in that garage.. the campus has had sinkhole concerns for decades - and now the aquifer is dangerously low, so no thanks!

I’m at the point where I’m not gonna be able to afford to drive to the office anymore. I live 45 minutes from the office (pretty much the average for anyone in Jacksonville), and my truck gets 13 miles to the gallon. And it’s not like I could just get a new vehicle in this environment..

Jacksonville Florida has no public transportation that will get me from where I live to the office at a reasonable rate and I’ve already explored carpool options, but it’s just not gonna work out.

At what point is the company addressed this if they really care about their associates and being “green”? Does their green initiative only extend as far as giving us canned water, or is the company going to give employees the actual relief they need in regards to flexibility when oil/gas prices surge she’s such an unreasonable amount!??

We already proved we support the company through the pandemic, so give us a break… or, at the very least, let our stocks vest faster so we can stay afloat and afford gas or invest in a new vehicle.

These are the employee benefits, an associate appreciation that we ACTUALLY want.. keep your pizza and cupcakes. Invest in what your workforce needs to survive.

What is going on in Jacksonville, more layoffs? Board on site?