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Confirmation of Robin G. Smith to the Jacksonville Housing Authority

Original title: RESO Conf the Mayor’s Appt of Robin G. Smith, a Duval County Resident, to the JHA, Filling a Seat Formerly Held by Andrea P. Reyes, Pursuant to Sec 51a.103 (Appointment, Qualifications, & Tenure of Commissioners; Hiring of Employees), Pt 1 (Jacksonville Housing Authority Established), Ch 51A (Jacksonville Housing Authority), Ord Code, for a Partial Term to Exp on 9/16/26, Followed by a 1st Full Term to Exp on 9/16/30 (Wilson) (Req of Mayor) (Co-Sponsors CMs Boylan, Salem, Freeman, White, Peluso, Amaro & Miller) 9/23/25 CO Introduced: R 10/6/25 R Read 2nd & Rerefer 10/14/25 CO Read 2nd & Rerefer 10/20/25 R Approve 7-0 10/28/25 CO Approve 18-0

Record date · October 28, 2025

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What This Bill Does

The Jacksonville City Council has confirmed the appointment of Robin G. Smith to the Board of Commissioners for the Jacksonville Housing Authority. Smith will complete the remainder of a term ending in 2026 and serve a subsequent full term ending in 2030.

Why it matters

This appointment determines the leadership and oversight of the Jacksonville Housing Authority, which manages public housing programs and services for residents in the city.

Who It Affects

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Robin G. Smith

Appointed to serve as a commissioner for the Jacksonville Housing Authority.

Directly affected

Jacksonville Housing Authority

Receives a new board member to oversee agency operations and policy.

Key Facts

Robin G. Smith was confirmed as a commissioner for the Jacksonville Housing Authority.
The appointment fills the seat previously held by Andrea P. Reyes.
The partial term for this appointment expires on September 16, 2026.
A first full term follows the partial term, expiring on September 16, 2030.

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The appointment was made pursuant to Section 51a.103 of the Jacksonville Ordinance Code.
The City Council approved the resolution with an 18-0 vote on October 28, 2025.
The Rules Committee previously approved the appointment with a 7-0 vote on October 20, 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Jacksonville Housing Authority do?

The Jacksonville Housing Authority is responsible for managing public housing and housing assistance programs within the city.

How long will Robin G. Smith serve on the board?

Smith will serve the remainder of a term ending September 16, 2026, followed by a full term ending September 16, 2030.

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Unanimous Confirmation

The appointment received unanimous support (18-0) from the City Council, indicating broad consensus on the candidate.

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