Why join THE COALITION to Build A Better Jacksonville?
To create a LOUD VOICE for MEANINGFUL CHANGE in Jacksonville!
"Jacksonville has Great Potential"
Having heard this proclaimed for decades by an endless succession of politicians and city leaders, some of us are wondering what, or who, is really holding us back.
Meanwhile a few get richer, our poor get poorer and another neighborhood gets abandoned and starts experiencing increased crime and blight.
To PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS!
Most of us are only vaguely familiar with the thousands of pages of statutes, codes and ordinances that REGULATE our lives and RESTRICT how we are able to do business.
As a organized group with a common purpose and similar issues / problems and opportunities we can express our concerns with a much louder voice that will get noticed at the Mayor's Office, at the City Council and at the various regulatory agencies.
To get ALERTS as to what is really happening in Jacksonville!
Joining together we can increase your access to timely information, better solutions and fairer treatment than you will enjoy acting alone.
To GROW your business faster!
Every business owner wants to -
- make more money,
- streamline operations,
- reduce taxes,
- stay compliant, and
- avoid lawsuits.
But without the right advice and proper planning this can be difficult.
Members enjoy quick access to our team of highly experienced professionals to get your questions answered, plus the appropriate assistance when you need it most.
To AVOID problems and take advantage of opportunities!
Members learn about upcoming changes in laws, regulations and local ordinances that will affect their business and their bottom line.
All members are encouraged to attend meetings where we come together to discuss common problems, opportunities, proposed taxes/fees, permitting and regulatory issues, proposed statutes, code changes, and new local ordinances and zoning changes that affect how you do business.
To EXPAND your facilities or become your own landlord!
As a Member we can help you -
- verify the optimum size of your space to avoid triggering additional Florida Building Code and ADA requirements
- research previous permits and code violations at that location
- calculate your total cost for the build out - Re-Zoning, Architectural, Contraction and the new projected operating costs
- negotiate landlord concessions to offset your costs
- help you get your Certificate of Use quick so you can get operational
Getting your business into the right space sooner and at lower cost will leave you more money to spend on inventory, promotion and operating expenses.
You will be better able to hit the ground running!
Membership SAVES YOU $$$ with special member discounts and privileges.
- Member discounts on training classes, events, etc.
- Opportunity to joint venture with other members on special projects.