(Jacksonville, FL – February 17, 2026) The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) is inviting the community to help shape the future of the Skyway as the Authority advances efforts to modernize the system, integrate new technologies, and strengthen mobility in and around Downtown Jacksonville.

The public is encouraged to attend a series of open house meetings to learn more about the U²C Phase II – Skyway Rehabilitation & Downtown Service Expansion Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study, review project alternatives, and provide valuable input that will help guide the next phase of development.

“These meetings are an important opportunity for residents, businesses, and stakeholders to be part of the Skyway’s future,” stated JTA Senior Vice President and Chief Infrastructure & Development Officer Greer Johnson Gillis. “Community feedback will play a key role as we evaluate options to enhance connectivity, improve system reliability, and address evolving mobility needs in Downtown Jacksonville,” Gillis said.

Public Meeting Schedule

February 25

• 11:00 am–1:00 pm — Jacksonville Regional Transportation Center, Board Room #341, 100 LaVilla Center Drive

• 5:00 pm–7:00 pm — Jacksonville Marriott Downtown, Duval Ballroom, 245 Water Street

March 5

• 11:00 am–1:00 pm and 5:00 pm–7:00 pm — Conference Center at the Main Library, 303 N. Laura St. (enter on Main St.)

March 24

• 11:00 am–1:00 pm and 5:00 pm–7:00 pm — FSCJ Advanced Technology Center, Room T140, 401 West State Street

March 26

• 11:00 am–1:00 pm and 5:00 pm–7:00 pm — DoubleTree Jacksonville Riverfront, 1201 Riverplace Boulevard

The meetings represent the first in a series of public engagement opportunities for the Skyway Rehabilitation PD&E Study. Additional meetings planned for May 2026 will focus on alternatives analysis and project recommendations.

Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, or family status. Persons requiring special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or translation services (free of charge) should contact Tsopie Trottie at 904-630-3107 at least seven days prior to the meeting.

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About the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA)
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) is an independent state agency serving Jacksonville, Florida, and Northeast Florida with multi-modal responsibilities. The JTA provides varied mass public transit services and builds roads, bridges, and other infrastructure to enhance mobility in Jacksonville. Public transportation services include BRT and regular bus service, Neighborhood Autonomous Vehicle Innovation (NAVI), paratransit, the St. Johns River Ferry, Skyway APM, and other mobility and on-demand services in Duval, Clay, Nassau, and St. Johns counties. To learn more, visit www.jtafla.com.

Media Contact:
For media inquiries, please contact:

Taniel Koushakjian
Director of Communications
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
tk@jtafla.com
(904) 632-5237