They Know Hicks is the Fresh Start that Jacksonville Needs
JACKSONVILLE, FL – The Joshua Hicks for Jacksonville City Council campaign is honored to announce endorsements from 14 elected officials, community leaders, and organizations:
- State Senator Tracie Davis
- State Representative Angie Nixon
- Duval Soil and Water Group 5 Supervisor RJ Deacon
- Former Florida Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services Nikki Fried
- Former Duval School Board Member Elizabeth Andersen
- Former Atlantic Beach Mayor Pro Tem Brittany Norris
- Former Neptune Beach Vice Mayor John Weldon
- North Florida Central Labor Council
- Equality Florida Action PAC
- Victory Fund
- Run for Something
- Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus
- Jacksonville NOW PAC
- Jacksonville Young Democrats
“Our neighbors deserve a City Council that wakes up every day and works for them. I am proud to endorse Joshua Hicks for Jacksonville City Council because he knows what it takes to work for every person, no matter their background,” said State Senator Tracie Davis. “We need leaders who are committed to solving problems, and Joshua will do just that.”
“The most important qualification of any local leader is their willingness to listen to EVERY individual they plan on serving. Joshua has traveled every corner of Duval County to meet voters where they are, showing a dedication to our community, regardless of political preference, that reminds us what public service is all about,” said former Atlantic Beach Mayor Pro Tem Brittany Norris. “I’m proud to endorse Joshua Hicks for Jacksonville City Council because I know his community-first, people-first vision will serve our entire community well. He’ll always speak up and show up, and that’s the leadership we need.”
“Jacksonville deserves a dedicated, creative, and hard-working council member willing to reach across communities to solve problems. Joshua Hicks will be that leader. Joshua will not only focus on issues impacting Jacksonville as a whole, but he will also be mindful of the complex problems we face here at the Beaches,” said former Neptune Beach Vice Mayor John Weldon. “As a local business owner, I believe Joshua will support our small businesses that hire a diverse workforce and provide their employees with good-paying jobs. As a retired member of the U.S. Navy Reserve, I believe Joshua will always show up for and support Naval Station Mayport, our servicemembers and veterans. I am proud to endorse Joshua Hicks for Jacksonville City Council because our community urgently needs a fresh start and a renewed focus on serving and supporting our neighbors.”
“To ensure a more prosperous future for everyone in Jacksonville, we need leadership that understands the responsibility of their elected office – leaders who are willing to roll up their sleeves, consider how decisions affect families, and commit to action,” said former Duval School Board Member Elizabeth Andersen. “I’m proud to endorse Joshua Hicks for City Council because he will do precisely that for all our residents regardless of politics.”
“Jacksonville faces a wide variety of issues that don’t have easy solutions. We need representation that is committed to balancing our current needs with building a sustainable future,” said Duval Soil and Water Group 5 Supervisor RJ Deacon. “For Jacksonville residents looking for a candidate committed to protecting our environment, providing long-term solutions, and always working in your interests, vote Joshua Hicks for City Council.”
“I’m honored to be supported by so many distinguished leaders and organizations who know we are on the precipice of long overdue change in Jacksonville, and who believe in my community-first, people-first vision for our city,” said Joshua Hicks. “I look forward to working with them to create a fresh start for Jacksonville.”
Joshua Hicks is running for Jacksonville City Council, At-Large, Group 2, a countywide race that will be decided in the municipal election on March 21, 2023.
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