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Resolution Honoring the Jenkins Family and Jenkins Quality Barbeque

Original title: RESO Celebrating & Commending Meltonia Jenkins May & the Legendary Jenkins Family for Sixty-Eight Years of Unparalleled Culinary Excellence, Cultural Impact, & Community Service through Jenkins Quality Barbeque, & Recognizing their Enduring Legacy as a Cornerstone of Jacksonville Heritage (Hampsey) (Introduced by CMs Johnson, Amaro, Salem, Peluso, J. Carlucci, Gaffney, Jr., & Miller) (Co-Sponsor CM Pittman) 9/9/25 CO Introduced: R 9/15/25 R Approve 7-0 9/23/25 CO Approve 19-0

Record date · September 23, 2025

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What This Bill Does

The Jacksonville City Council has officially adopted a to honor Meltonia Jenkins May and the Jenkins family for 68 years of service and culinary contributions to the city through Jenkins Quality Barbeque.

Why it matters

This serves as an official city recognition of the Jenkins family's long-standing role in Jacksonville's cultural and culinary history.

Who It Affects

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The Jenkins Family

The family and their business are the subjects of an official city commendation.

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Jacksonville City Council

The council members introduced, debated, and voted to adopt the resolution.

Key Facts

  • The resolution was officially adopted by the Jacksonville City Council.
  • The resolution recognizes 68 years of operation for Jenkins Quality Barbeque.
  • The resolution was introduced on September 9, 2025.
  • The resolution was approved by a committee vote of 7-0 on September 15, 2025.
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  • The resolution was approved by the full City Council with a 19-0 vote on September 23, 2025.
  • The file number for this resolution is 2025-0703-A.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this resolution do?
It formally recognizes and commends the Jenkins family and their business, Jenkins Quality Barbeque, for their 68-year history and community impact in Jacksonville.
Did the City Council vote unanimously on this?
Yes, the passed with a 19-0 vote in the full City Council.

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The document follows a standard procedural path for ceremonial resolutions, moving from committee approval to unanimous full council adoption.

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Connected Entities

Johnson, J. Carlucci, Gaffney, Jr. and 8 more
PersonJohnson“City Council Member and introducer of the resolution.”Map →
PersonJ. Carlucci“City Council Member and introducer of the resolution.”Map →
PersonGaffney, Jr.“City Council Member and introducer of the resolution.”Map →
OrganizationJenkins Quality Barbeque“The business recognized for 68 years of operation.”Map →
locationJacksonville“The city where the business is located and the heritage is recognized.”Map →
PersonPittman“City Council Member and co-sponsor of the resolution.”Map →
PersonPeluso“City Council Member and introducer of the resolution.”Map →
PersonAmaro“City Council Member and introducer of the resolution.”Map →
PersonMeltonia Jenkins May“Honoree of the resolution.”Map →
PersonSalem“City Council Member and introducer of the resolution.”Map →
PersonMiller“City Council Member and introducer of the resolution.”Map →

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