January is the month that CTDC membership is renewed with a token contribution of $15.  It is also the month for the annual membership meeting and the election of the Officers who will pursue the important business of the group.  In 2013 our point of view was frequently sought by the news media because of the positions we took on the many political and managerial issues facing the City.  We continue to maintain three lawsuits with the City:  Trail Ridge Landfill, Police and Firemen's Pension Fund, and the Debacle of the appointment of the General Council of the City.  The latter has received wide notice throughout City Hall.

The new year will continue to bring opportunities to focus attention on the debilities of the City Government while urging correction and improvement.  In the past couple of years our membership roster has shrunk to a mere few stalwarts who continue to push for the rights and benefit of the Duval County Taxpayer.  Our mission is clear, our resolve is strong and we will press onward.  But it would be nice if a few of our old members would re-join our ranks.  The invitation is open.

Our next meeting will be held at the Crispers Restaurant at the corner of St. John's Avenue(4509) and Roosevelt Blvd. at 6:00 PM, west-side.  Come and join us.

Membership dues may be paid at the meeting or you may mail a check to: Joe Andrews, 7198 Cypress Cove Rd., Jacksonville, Fl. 32244.