2009 Quality of Life Progress Report Reference Document by JCCI

QUALITY OF LIFE PROGRESS REPORT FOR JACKSONVILLE AND NORTHEAST FLORIDA

REFERENCE DOCUMENT TWENTY-FIFTH ANNUAL EDITION, 2009 JACKSONVILLE COMMUNITY COUNCIL INC.

For over a decade primary support for the Quality of Life Progress Report has been provided by City of Jacksonville and the United Way of Northeast Florida with the generous support of the Northeast Florida community.

John Peyton, Mayor City of Jacksonville

Connie Hodges, President United Way of Northeast Florida

“Setting community priorities in challenging times requires the best possible information. For 25 years the JCCI Quality of Life Progress Report has provided vital data about where we are, where we’ve been and where we need to be. This Silver Anniversary Edition continues to guide us collectively as a community but also calls out to us individually. What can each of us do to make this an even better place to live, work and raise a family?”

“The Quality of Life Progress Report began in 1985 through the tireless efforts of nearly 100 community leaders from diverse backgrounds, occupations and interests. For 25 years it has guided funders and providers to direct resources toward the most challenging community concerns and shaped our strategies to address those issues. United Way of Northeast Florida joins JCCI and the City of Jacksonville in celebrating this milestone edition of the Nation’s longest running community quality of life indicators program.”

The Community Foundation is committed to building a better community through philanthropy. We believe that philanthropy must be based on values and recognize that reliable research makes good decisions possible. The Community Foundation congratulates JCCI for the exceptional and innovative work it does in identifying emerging trends and presenting a clear picture of our communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s progress in this, the 25th anniversary edition of its Quality of Life Progress Report. We are proud to serve as Title Sponsor and to be a partner in this important work along with United Way of Northeast Florida, the City of Jacksonville, and the special Champions listed below.

C. Daniel Rice, Chairman The Community Foundation in Jacksonville

TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction to Indicators

Executive Summary

About the Region

Quality of Life Indicator Set

Champions (recognized for their endorsement and support)

Achieving Educational Excellence

Community First Credit Union of Florida

Growing a Vibrant Economy

The Lazzara Family Foundation

Preserving the Natural Environment

Elkins Constructors, Inc.

Promoting Social Wellbeing and Harmony

Florida Coastal School of Law

Enjoying Arts, Culture and Recreation

Haskell

Sustaining a Healthy Community

St. Vincentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s HealthCare

Maintaining a Responsive Government

The Main Street America Group

Moving Around Efficiently

North Florida TPO

Keeping the Community Safe

CSX Corporation

Indicator Index

About JCCI

JCCI dedicates its 35th anniversary year to Frederick H. Schultz and his vision for the future of Jacksonville

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 1

C H A N G E S F O R

The twenty-fifth annual edition of the Quality of Life Progress Report is a cause for celebration and reflection. When JCCI first gathered volunteers together to talk about community indicators, the hope was to create a “yardstick for community improvement” that would provide “community decision makers and leaders with the capacity of further improving what is already a highly attractive quality of life.” No one had done this before. Little did that group know that thousands of communities across the globe would look to this report as a model for sustainable community change, and that the debate on how progress is measured globally would be shaped by this report. For 25 years this report has been used by decision makers in government, private business, nonprofit organizations, and community groups in two primary ways: for planning (determining priorities for action, identifying areas to invest resources, developing programs and policies to address needs) and for evaluation (assessing results of those decisions and actions.) JCCI is proud to be a part of so many of these efforts, and applauds all those who work so tirelessly to build a better community. The 25th edition introduces exciting changes to the report, expanding the usability of the indicator set. First, this Summary Document seeks to sharpen the message of the indicators. The Review Committee carefully prioritized the indicators, selecting up to two Key Indicators for each section and up to four Supporting Indicators that serve to focus attention on how the community is doing in relation to its vision. Second, the Reference Document provides greater detail for each of the indicators, and includes additional indicators in each section as well. This document can be found in PDF version online or on the CD in the back of this report. Third (and perhaps most exciting) the online Community Snapshot provides an interactive, webbased version of the indicators. Be sure to test drive Community Snapshot at www.jcci.org.

T H E 2 5 T H E D I T I O N

More improvements are coming, as 2010 will usher in Phase II of Community Snapshot and more of the improvements suggested by this year’s review committee can be implemented. Check back often, as the website will be updating the indicators as quickly as they become available. Please send your feedback, comments and suggestions to JCCI. Much of the data in this report is obtained from the records and documents of various public and private organizations. An annual opinion survey provides the remaining data. This random telephone survey was conducted for the project each September from 1985 through 1992 by AT&T American Transtech. Beginning in 1993, the survey was conducted by American Public Dialogue. Each organization generously has donated the survey each year as a service to the community. Additional detail and documentation of the methodology used for the project's processes and data collection are found in the accompanying Reference Document on the enclosed CD (see inside back cover) and on the JCCI website. For further information about the Quality of Life Progress Report or specific indicators, mail to JCCI, 2434 Atlantic Boulevard, Suite 100, Jacksonville, Florida 32207-3564, call (904) 396-3052, e-mail ben@jcci.org, or visit www.jcci.org. The 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report Review Committee was chaired by Kelly Madden, incoming chair of the Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce. Committee members included: Denise Bunnewith Barbara Drake Micheal Edwards Dawn Emerick Wanda Forrest Joni Foster Mark Friedlander Ebenezer Gujjarlapudi

Bryan Hensley Linda Lanier Marci Larson Stephen Lee Joshua Lief Susan Main Jan Morse Alan Mosley

Chris Orta Melanie Patz Roslyn Phillips Pritesh Shah Doug Shaver Kerri Stewart Tara Wildes

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 2

Kelly Madden

The Quality of Life Progress Report measures Jacksonville against itself and against a shared vision for a better future. This 25th anniversary year offers an opportunity to reflect on the lessons learned over the past quarter-century, identify where the community has been successful in creating lasting change, and highlight those areas that need particular attention now and in the coming years. One clear lesson learned is that focused attention to problems generally brings results. Where the community has invested time and resources, the evidence shows progress – see most recently the trend lines on school readiness, foster care reform, and public libraries. Another lesson? There’s always more that needs to be accomplished. These lessons can be seen in each of the following sections: Achieving Educational Excellence: The review committee assigned a Red Flag priority to this section, especially concerned with student absenteeism and high school reading scores – but many of the trend lines are showing sustained progress. The high school graduation rate is now at its highest since the state started tracking students individually, and data show positive impacts from kindergarten readiness efforts. Higher education has also shown steady progress in degrees awarded. Reaching the vision of education excellence remains a top priority concern. Growing a Vibrant Economy: 2008 provided little good news to report in a struggling economic year leading up to the more serious economic news of 2009. Of particular concern is the percentage of families who are cost-burdened in housing – paying more than 30 percent of their monthly income for a place to live. Preserving the Natural Environment: In many ways, Jacksonville residents are doing better at recognizing the importance of the natural environment and choosing sustainable behaviors. Air quality is improving, personal water use is down, and tributary streams are cleaner. However, a great deal more effort is required, especially with new air quality standards likely and some individual actions (such as household recycling) showing a steady decline. Promoting Social Wellbeing and Harmony: The second Red Flag priority identified by the review committee was the issue of racial disparities in Jacksonville. JCCI publishes a companion document, the Race Relations Progress Report, which provides greater detail on these challenges. Also of considerable concern is the rate of births to single mothers (nearly half of all births), the rise in homelessness, and the decline in philanthropic giving. Enjoying Arts, Culture, and Recreation: Library circulation per person continues to rise, and more people attended musical performances – but overall attendance at sporting events and museums fell, the number of public performances declined, and public and private support for the arts per capita was down 12 percent from 2007. Sustaining a Healthy Community: Seventeen percent of Duval County residents (and 21 percent of adults under 65) lack health insurance, and health indicators are trending negative. Of highest concern is the STD rate – the highest it has been since the 1980s. Maintaining Responsive Government: The good news is that more people are keeping up with local government news and more people are satisfied with local government services. But local civic engagement, as measured by local election turnout, neighborhood organizations, and citizens feeling that they can influence local government decisions, is declining. Moving Around Efficiently and Safely: Two-thirds of Duval County residents can get to work in 25 minutes or less, bus ridership is increasing, and motor vehicle accidents are down – good news for local transportation. Keeping the Community Safe: More people are feeling safe, violent crimes are down, the murder rate is lower. Fewer report being victims of crime. Child abuse is down. Fewer kids are in trouble. As in much of this report, real progress is being made, and yet Jacksonville will need to continue to focus, invest, and work together to reach the shared vision of a higher quality of life for all.

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 3

E X E C U T I V E S U M M A R Y

R E G I O N

The indicators presented in this report all occur and change within the context of the physical and demographic characteristics of the five counties of Northeast Florida: Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, and St. Johns, even the indicators that are specific to Jacksonville/Duval County alone.

Geography: Northeast Florida covers 3,221 square miles in land area. Besides the oceanfront, the major geographic feature of the area is the St. Johns River and its tributaries, which meander through the region. The waterways provide a rich ecological treasure, an important economic engine, and opportunities for recreation, transportation, and military uses. Climate: Northeast Florida’s temperatures range each day in the summer from the 70s (Fahrenheit) to 90s. In the winter, temperature ranges vary from the 60s to 80s on some days to the 20s to 40s on a few days. Average annual precipitation is about 53 inches.

A L D E M O G R A P H I C

African American

Asian

Hispanic

Native American

White

Other

Baker

13.1%

0.4%

2.1%

0.3%

83.2%

0.9%

Clay

8.9%

2.6%

6.2%

0.4%

80.3%

1.6%

Duval

29.6%

3.3%

5.7%

0.3%

59.6%

1.5%

Nassau

7.4%

0.7%

2.0%

0.4%

88.4%

1.0%

St. Johns

5.8%

1.9%

3.9%

0.2%

87.3%

1.0%

Total

20.0%

2.8%

5.3%

0.3%

68.1%

1.4%

In 2008-09, public-school enrollment in Northeast Florida was 203,564 students, with 5,066 students in Baker County, 35,996 in Clay County, 122,606 in Duval County, 10,980 in Nassau County, and 28,916 in St. Johns County. In Northeast Florida, 84 percent of students attended public school, 14 percent private school, and three percent were home schooled. Workforce: In December 2008, 584,812 people were working in Northeast Florida. Civilian employment in Northeast Florida's (Jacksonville Metropolitan Statistical Area’s) economy was distributed as follows:

Professional/business services Retail trade Government Education and health services Finance, insurance, and real estate Leisure and hospitality services Manufacturing Construction Transportation, warehousing, and utilities Wholesale trade Information and telecommunications

2008 14% 13% 13% 13% 10% 11% 5% 7% 6% 4% 2%

2000 16% 12% 12% 11% 10% 9% 7% 6% 6% 5% 3%

1990 9% 14% 15% 10% 10% 9% 8% 6% 6% 5% 3%

People: The total population of Northeast Florida was 1,369,124 in 2008. By county, population estimates were: Baker 25,890; Clay 185,168; Duval 904,971; Nassau 71,915; and St. Johns 181,180. The racial and ethnic makeup of the region varies by county. The 2008 American Community Survey provided these estimates (on left) of Northeast Florida’s population.

In 2008, Northeast Florida had both a high youth population and a growing elderly population, according to Florida CHARTS: Population under 18

Population 65 and older

Baker

26.0%

10.9%

Clay

26.1%

11.6%

Duval

24.9%

11.0%

Nassau

22.4%

15.6%

St. Johns

21.1%

15.8%

Total

24.4%

12.0%

S JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 4

GRADUATION RATES IMPROVE, BUT MUCH MORE PROGRESS NEEDED Our Vision for Achieving Educational Excellence: Educational institutions in the region achieve excellence in the delivery of learning opportunities, and citizens achieve educational attainment sufficient to enjoy a high quality of life. Citizens young and old have access to a broad range of learning opportunities in pre-K to 12th grade, higher education, and life-long learning, based on their educational needs and desire to learn.

How are we doing? GOOD

NEWS:

NEEDS

IMPROVEMENT:

High school graduation rates increased to their highest rate since the last time the calculation method changed, in 1998. The Florida calculation method includes GEDs, which are excluded in the new National Governors Association (NGA) rate, which seeks to standardize graduation rates nationally by 2010-11. Using the new method, graduation rates still increased. Good news also in school safety and in higher education degrees awarded. Reading test scores remain low, and absenteeism is increasing, especially in middle school. Measures of kindergarten readiness say greater progress is needed.

Key education indicators: Public High School Graduation Rate DUVAL FL CALCULATION: 69.6%

NGA:

Kindergarten Readiness

64.5%

DUVAL COUNTY: 85.5% 100%

100%

FL calculation

Ready

NGA calculation

80%

Not Yet Ready

80%

60%

40%

40% 20%

20% 0%

A C H I E V I N G

D U C A T I O N A L

0% 2006-07

Source: Florida Department of Education

2007-08

2008-09

Source: Florida Department of Education

Supporting indicators: Previous Reading at Grade Level Third Grade Tenth Grade Students Absent 21 or More Days (Middle School) School Safety Incidents per 1,000 Students Higher Education Degrees Awarded

Latest

Change

70% 33%

68% 34%

- 2% + 1%

12.8%

15.1%

+ 2.3%

67.3

52.0

- 15.3

7,667

7,847

+ 180

More details on these and other indicators can be found at www.jcci.org or on the CD on the back cover.

Championed by Community First Credit Union of Florida â&#x20AC;&#x153;Education equalizes, elevates and liberates. If we aspire to an exceptional quality of life for all we must remain focused on providing excellent educational opportunities and promoting lifelong education.â&#x20AC;? ~ John Hirabayashi, President & CEO JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 5

X C E L L E N C E

ACHIEVING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Key Indicator Indicator

Public High School Graduation Rate

Description

The Florida calculation method is the percentage of students who have graduated within four years of entering ninth grade for the first time, as tracked by student ID numbers. In 2009, Florida began tracking (and reported the previous 5 years) high school graduation using the National Governors Association method, which seeks to standardize graduation rates nationally. This rate excludes GEDs. Graduating from high school marks the completion of a successful K-12 education and serves as a gateway to college or meaningful employment. Students who do not graduate face the prospect of unemployment or low-paying jobs. Florida Department of Education http://data.fldoe.org/fsir/default.cfm

Importance

Source Link

100% FL calculation

NGA calculation

80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09

Duval County: FL calculation 65.5% 60.5% 64.3% 65.9% 69.6%

Duval County: NGA calculation 62.3% 57.4% 59.8% 61.3% 64.5%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 5 a

ACHIEVING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Key Indicator Indicator

Kindergarten Readiness

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of children screened for kindergarten using the Early Childhood Observation System™ (ECHOS. Children that are considered “Ready for Kindergarten” on ECHOS have scored at the “Demonstrating” or “Emerging/Progressing” levels. Readiness for kindergarten can make a student’s initial school experiences successful and may set the stage for success in school. Florida Department of Education http://www.fldoe.org/earlyLearning/account.asp

Importance Source Link

100%

Ready

Not Yet Ready

80% 60% 40% 20% 0% 2006-07

2007-08

2008-09

2009-10

ECHOS :Percent Demonstrating / Emerging-Progressing Year 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10

Baker

Clay

93.4% 92.6% 95.2%

91.8% 91.4% 90.0%

Duval 85.0% 84.3% 85.5% 87.7%

Nassau

St. Johns

NE Florida

Florida

87.6% 90.3% 89.9%

90.9% 90.4% 92.1%

86.7% 87.5% 88.9%

88.0% 87.9% 88.5%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 5 b

ACHIEVING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Supporting Indicator Indicator

3rd Graders Reading at Grade Level

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of 3rd graders who achieve at the top three (out of five) levels on the FCAT in reading. Students need proficiency in reading to be successful in school. Up until third grade, a child learns to read; after third grade, a child reads to learn, so reading by third grade is critical to future success. Florida Department of Education http://fcat.fldoe.org/

Importance

Source Link

100%

Duval NE Florida

80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10

Baker 77% 78% 83% 83% 82%

Clay 85% 81% 83% 82% 82%

Duval 72% 66% 70% 68% 69%

Nassau 85% 81% 85% 81% 84%

St. Johns 86% 82% 86% 86% 85%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 5 c

Northeast Florida 77% 72% 78% 76% 77%

ACHIEVING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Supporting Indicator Indicator

10th Graders Reading at Grade Level

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of 10th graders who achieve at the top three (out of five) levels on the FCAT in reading. Students need proficiency in reading to be successful in school. Passing this test is a requirement for high school graduation; in addition, good reading and communication skills are important for success in higher education, in the workforce, and in life. Florida Department of Education http://fcat.fldoe.org/

Importance

Source Link

100%

Duval County Northeast Florida

75% 50% 25% 0%

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

2005-06

25%

33%

32%

47%

34%

2006-07

31%

36%

31%

34%

49%

35%

2007-08

31%

41%

33%

45%

54%

38%

2008-09

27%

40%

34%

40%

53%

38%

2009-10

33%

40%

33%

43%

55%

39%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 5 d

ACHIEVING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Supporting Indicator Indicator

Students Absent 21 or More Days from School

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of elementary/middle/high-school students who were absent for 21 or more days of school during the school year. An important prerequisite for success in school is regular attendance at school. High levels of truancy not only disrupt the student's educational progress but also put the child at higher risk for delinquent activities. Florida Department of Education http://www.fldoe.org/eias/eiaspubs/fsir.asp

Importance

Source Link

25%

Elementary

Middle

High

20% 15% 10% 5% 0%

Year 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08

Elementary 7.7% 8.6% 8.8% 8.1% 9.4%

Middle 17.2% 13.7% 15.5% 12.8% 15.1%

High 4.5% 9.6% 15.3% 12.0% 11.8%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 5 e

ACHIEVING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Supporting Indicator Indicator

School Safety Incidents per 1,000 Students

Description

School Environment Safety Incident Reports (SESIR) are reported annually to the State and use a common definition of violations, including violent acts against persons; alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs; property crimes; harassment; nonviolent incidents (including sexual offenses, trespassing, and other major incidents), fighting, disruption on campus, and weapons possession.

Importance

The number and prevalence of serious student conduct violations reflect a disruption in the quality of life and educational experience for all students within the public schools.

Source

Florida Department of Education

Link

http://www.fldoe.org/safeschools/sesir.asp 100

SESIR Violations per 1,000 Students

80 60 40 20 0

Year

SESIR Total Violations

SESIR Violations per 1,000 Students

2004-05

8,129

64.8

2005-06

7,520

60.1

2006-07

8,080

65.3

2007-08

8,382

67.3

2008-09

6,401

52.0

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 5 f

ACHIEVING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Supporting Indicator Indicator

Higher Education Academic Degrees Awarded

Description

The indicator measures the total number of degrees and vocational-training certificates awarded annually by Edward Waters College, Florida State College at Jacksonville (was Florida Community College at Jacksonville/FCCJ), Jacksonville University, University of North Florida, and the Florida Coastal School of Law. Success in the 21st-century knowledge-based economy may hinge on comprehensively developing a community's intellectual capital, which includes expanding participation in higher education. The ability to provide higher education opportunities within a community may assist in retaining a talented workforce. Edward Waters College, Florida State College at Jacksonville, Jacksonville University, University of North Florida, and the Florida Coastal School of Law http://www.flbog.org/

Importance

Source Link

8,000

Graduate Bachelor

6,000

Associate

4,000

2,000

Year 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08

Associate 2,766 2,876 2,861 2,860 3,031 3,239

Bachelor 2,748 3,188 3,077 3,102 3,548 3,674

Graduate 803 710 892 943 1,088 934

Total 6,317 6,774 6,830 6,905 7,667 7,847

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ACHIEVING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Additional Indicators Indicator

Public School Promotions from 1st to 2nd Grade

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of 1st graders who successfully move on to second grade. First-grade promotions often reflect successful pre-school preparation, and can serve as a proxy measure for effective early child education/school readiness efforts. However, no uniform standard is currently used to determine student promotion. The teacher's judgment is the primary determining factor for student promotion. Florida Department of Education http://www.fldoe.org/eias/eiaspubs/default.asp

Importance

Source Link

100%

NE Florida Duval

95%

90%

85%

Year 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08

Baker 91.7% 94.4% 89.5% 90.4% 91.0%

Clay 96.3% 95.0% 95.4% 95.3% 96.2%

Duval 90.7% 90.3% 91.1% 91.6% 92.4%

Nassau 94.2% 93.5% 91.3% 90.6% 92.8%

St. Johns 96.7% 95.9% 95.6% 96.8% 95.9%

Northeast Florida 92.4% 91.8% 92.3% 92.7% 93.4%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 5 h

ACHIEVING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Additional Indicators Indicator

10th Graders at Grade Level in Math

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of 10th graders who achieve at the top three (out of five) levels on the FCAT in math. Students need proficiency in math to be successful in school. Passing this test is a requirement for high school graduation; in addition, good analytical and reasoning skills are important for success in higher education, in the workforce, and in life. Florida Department of Education http://fcat.fldoe.org/

Importance

Source Link

100%

Duval County Northeast Florida

75%

50%

25%

Year 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10

Baker 59% 65% 64% 68% 72%

Clay 73% 70% 74% 75% 77%

Duval 69% 64% 63% 64% 66%

Nassau 74% 71% 75% 76% 80%

St. Johns 79% 80% 80% 81% 85%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 5 i

Northeast Florida 71% 68% 68% 70% 72%

ACHIEVING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Additional Indicators Indicator

Students Attending Racially-Diverse Schools

Description

The percentage of Duval County students attending schools in which the student body is at least 20 percent black and at least 45 percent white, using the definition of desegregated schools found in the 1990 Desegregation Stipulation and Agreement between the Jacksonville Branch of the NAACP and the Duval County School Board. The 1990 Desegregation Stipulation and Agreement calls for "maximum practical" desegregation of all schools, in accordance with the definition used in the agreement, beginning in the 1991-92 school year. In 1999, the federal district court declared the Duval County Public Schools “unitary,” indicating the end of court-ordered desegregation. The decision was upheld on appeal in 2001. Duval County Public Schools www.duvalschools.org

Importance

Source Link

100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

School Year 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09

Percent of students 57.2% 56.6% 52.1% 52.1% 58.0%

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ACHIEVING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Additional Indicators Indicator

Public School Dropout Rate

Description

The percentage calculated by dividing the number of students in grades 9-12 for whom a dropout withdrawal reason was reported by the year's total enrollment for grades 9-12. District and state rates include students in alternative schools and exceptional education schools. Youth who do not complete high school have a difficult time finding employment or advancing beyond lower-paying jobs. Florida Department of Education http://data.fldoe.org/fsir/default.cfm

Importance Source Link

15%

10%

Year 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08

Baker 4.0% 4.3% 3.7% 2.8% 1.8%

Clay 1.9% 1.9% 1.9% 2.3% 2.0%

Duval 5.1% 5.9% 6.6% 5.2% 3.3%

Nassau 2.5% 3.1% 3.4% 4.2% 3.5%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 5 k

St. Johns 2.3% 1.7% 2.0% 1.8% 1.3%

ACHIEVING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Additional Indicators Indicator

High School Graduates Prepared for Florida Colleges

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of high school graduates attending Florida public colleges and universities who pass reading/math college placement tests. Effective preparation for higher education is an important predictor of student success. Florida Department of Education http://www.fldoe.org/articulation/perfCPT/default.asp

Importance Source Link

100%

Math

Reading

75% 50% 25% 0%

Reading Year 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08

Baker 71.6% 76.3% 87.0% 87.0% 75.2%

Clay 79.0% 81.7% 77.2% 79.5% 81.5%

Duval 82.2% 85.0% 75.3% 75.5% 76.6%

Nassau 80.0% 82.8% 77.9% 80.6% 79.1%

St. Johns 85.6% 86.8% 82.3% 84.1% 85.9%

Northeast Florida 81.8% 84.4% 77.1% 78.2% 79.3%

Nassau 62.2% 71.5% 70.2% 66.0% 62.5%

St. Johns 78.0% 80.0% 76.7% 80.7% 81.4%

Northeast Florida 68.1% 74.5% 71.1% 71.0% 71.1%

Math Year 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08

Baker 48.2% 59.4% 68.4% 74.8% 69.5%

Clay 63.5% 72.5% 66.8% 71.7% 72.1%

Duval 68.1% 74.3% 71.2% 68.6% 68.4%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 5 l

ACHIEVING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Additional Indicators Indicator

Survey: Satisfaction with the Quality of Public Education

Description

The percentage of people who respond "excellent" or "good" to the survey question: Education is also important for the quality of life. In your opinion, is the quality of education provided by the Duval County Public Schools excellent, good, fair, or poor? Citizen satisfaction is an important criterion for success in the delivery of all public services, including public education. Perception of the quality of public education may influence public support for education. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance

Source Link

100%

Excellent Good

80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

Excellent 6% 7% 4% 7% 5%

Good 33% 24% 30% 24% 27%

Fair 36% 35% 31% 31% 30%

Poor 16% 19% 22% 25% 23%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 5 m

ACHIEVING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Additional Indicators Indicator

Exceptional Education Students Completing High School

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of exceptional education students (not including gifted) 14 and older who complete high school and receive a standard diploma through meeting all graduation requirements. One dimension of how well the education system meets community needs is how the system assists exceptional education students in completing high school. Florida Department of Education http://www.fldoe.org/ese/

Importance Source Link

60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%

Year 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08

Baker 18% 15% 24% 29% 56%

Clay 59% 54% 55% 50% 53%

Duval 27% 30% 16% 21% 22%

Nassau 25% 30% 32% 29% 42%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 5 n

St. Johns 63% 56% 55% 42% 54%

G R O W

THE ECONOMY STRUGGLED AS THE RECESSION BEGAN Our Vision for Growing a Vibrant Economy: The regional economy supports a vibrant and diversified mix of economic activities, which combine to provide ample opportunities for productive employment, a strong consumer market, the capacity to fund needed public services, and a high standard of living that is shared widely among all citizens.

How are we doing?

GOOD NEWS: 2008 provided little good news to report in a struggling economic year leading up to the more serious economic news of 2009.

NEEDS

IMPROVEMENT:

Jobs fell. Unemployment rose. An increased number of families found themselves paying more than 30 percent of their household income for housing. Important sectors of the economy struggled, with fewer tons shipped through the port, decreased tourism (as measured by bed-tax collections), and lower retail sales (as measured through local-option sales tax collections.)

Key employment indicators:

EMPLOYED: 456,448 UNEMPLOYMENT RATE: 6.1%

Total Employment and Unemployment Rate

500,000

400,000

A N T

$45,000

$40,000 $35,000 $30,000

300,000 200,000 100,000

Total Employment Unemployment Rate

$25,000

$20,000

$15,000

$10,000

Supporting indicators:

Adults with Bachelors Degrees or Higher

Households Paying More Than 30 Percent of Their Income for Housing Taxable Value of Real Property (billions)

JAXPORT Tonnage (millions)

Bed Tax and Sales Tax Collections (millions)

Inflation-Adjusted Actual $$

$5,000 $-

DUVAL COUNTY: $39,749

Source: Florida Agency for Workforce Innovation

Per Capita Income

Source: Bureau of Economic Analysis

Previous 25.8%

Latest 24.6%

Change - 0.8%

37%

39%

+ 2%

$61.67

$61.07

- $0.6

8.396

7.282

- 1.114

$150.8

$130.7

- $20.1

More details on these and other indicators can be found at www.jcci.org or on the CD on the back cover.

Championed by the Lazzara Family Foundation â&#x20AC;&#x153;A vibrant economy is one in which opportunities are both diverse and abundant with Lazzara Family Foundation the capacity for sustaining families and creating a high quality of life.â&#x20AC;? ~ Irene and Gaspar Lazzara JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 6

GROWING A VIBRANT ECONOMY Key Indicator Indicator

Total Employment

Description

The indicator measures the total people employed in December and difference from the total for the previous December. Employment growth is an essential component of a thriving economy. Rapid increases in employment growth may, without concurrent increases in community infrastructure, lead to increased traffic congestion and a decline in the quality of life. Florida Statistical Abstract and Florida Agency for Workforce Innovation http://www.labormarketinfo.com/library/qcew.htm

Importance

Source Link

Total Employed

500,000

400,000

300,000

200,000

100,000

Year

Change in number employed in Duval County (employment growth/loss)

Total employed in December in Duval County

2005

14,858

462,567

2006

8,538

471,105

2007

-2,804

468,301

2008

-11,853

456,448

2009

-19,631

436,817

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 6 a

GROWING A VIBRANT ECONOMY Key Indicator Indicator

Unemployment Rate

Description

The indicator measures the total number of unemployed residents, divided by the total number of people in the workforce. To be self-sufficient and to build a strong family, individuals need employment. The unemployment rate is a measure of the ability of the local economy to provide job opportunities to all who are able to work and wish to do so. Florida Agency for Workforce Innovation http://www.labormarketinfo.com/library/qcew.htm

Importance

Source Link

13%

Duval

NE Florida

10% 8% 5% 3% 0%

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

2005

3.5%

3.4%

4.2%

3.4%

2.9%

3.9%

2006

2.9%

3.0%

3.5%

2.9%

2.7%

3.3%

2007

3.6%

3.5%

4.1%

3.4%

3.3%

3.9%

2008

5.7%

5.3%

6.1%

5.4%

5.1%

5.8%

2009

10.3%

9.4%

10.7%

9.8%

8.7%

10.2%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 6 b

GROWING A VIBRANT ECONOMY Key Indicator Indicator

Per Capita Income, Inflation-Adjusted

Description

This indicator measures the total personal income of county residents divided by the total population, adjusted for inflation. Per capita income measures both the overall economic health of the community and the financial resources of each household. Bureau of Economic Analysis http://www.bea.gov/bea/regional/reis/

Importance Source Link

$45,000 $40,000 $35,000 $30,000 $25,000 $20,000 $15,000 $10,000

Inflation-Adjusted

$5,000

Actual $$

Year 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008

Actual $$ $ 33,665 $ 35,926 $ 38,805 $ 39,518 $ 39,473

Inflation-Adjusted to 2009 $$ $ 38,220 $ 39,603 $ 41,411 $ 40,711 $ 39,973

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 6 c

GROWING A VIBRANT ECONOMY Supporting Indicator Indicator

Percent of Adults 25 and Over with Bachelor’s Degrees or Higher

Description

This indicator measures the percentage of adults over age 25 in Northeast Florida who have obtained at least a bachelor's degree from higher education. The American Community Survey is limited in the data available for counties with less than 65,000 population. The percent of the population with college degrees enhances the capacity of the workforce to adapt to a knowledge-driven economy and attract higher-wage employment opportunities. High educational attainment represents a region's investment in human capital and preparation for long-term growth. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey http://factfinder.census.gov/

Importance

Source Link

40% Graduate

Bachelor

30% 20% 10% 0%

Year 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008

HS grad 31.5% 31.6% 32.6% 31.7% 29.8%

Some college 22.9% 21.9% 21.8% 21.4% 24.8%

Associate 8.6% 8.8% 8.6% 8.9% 8.5%

Bachelor 17.4% 18.0% 16.7% 17.2% 16.2%

Graduate 8.3% 8.2% 8.5% 8.6% 8.4%

Percent bachelors or higher 25.7% 26.2% 25.2% 25.8% 24.6%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 6 d

GROWING A VIBRANT ECONOMY Supporting Indicator Indicator

Households Paying 30 Percent or More of their Income for Housing

Description

This indicator measures total cost of housing (rent or mortgage, plus utilities) as a percentage of the total household income. Families need affordable housing, and housing costs are generally the largest budget item for households. Affordable housing is often a prerequisite for enjoying the quality of life in a community. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey http://factfinder.census.gov/

Importance

Source Link

60% Homeowners

Renters

Total

50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% 2002

2003

2004

2005

2006

2007

Year

Homeowners

Renters

Total

2004

24%

48%

33%

2005

29%

47%

35%

2006

26%

44%

33%

2007

31%

47%

37%

2008

33%

51%

39%

2008

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 6 e

GROWING A VIBRANT ECONOMY Supporting Indicator Indicator

Total Taxable Value of Real Property (in billions)

Description

The indicator measures the total adjusted assessed value of taxable real property for each year, as determined by the Property Appraiser, after subtraction of exemptions. Strong real estate values generally indicate a strong economy and provide stability for homeowners. They also show local government's ability to raise money to pay for government services. In the absence of a state income tax, the Ad Valorem tax on real property is the most important revenue source available to local government, including school systems. Property Appraiser http://www.coj.net/Departments/Property+Appraiser/default.htm

Importance

Source Link

$75

$60

$45

$30 Inflation-Adjusted $15 Actual $$ $0

Year

Adjusted value (in $Billions)

Taxable value (in $Billions)

2004

$ 40.44

$ 44.99

2005

$ 45.62

$ 48.61

2006

$ 52.46

$ 53.63

2007

$ 61.18

$ 61.67

2008

$ 61.07

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 6 f

GROWING A VIBRANT ECONOMY Supporting Indicator Indicator

Gross tonnage handled by JAXPORT's marine terminals

Description

The indicator measures the total tons of products and materials shipped in or shipped out of the Jacksonville Port Authority’s (JAXPORT’s) marine terminals. Located at the most western point of the U.S. Atlantic coast, Jacksonville is a major transfer point for water-land transport. Growth in port activity is a way of measuring the increasing importance to the local economy of serving as a logistical hub for transporting goods by sea, rail, or truck. Jacksonville Port Authority http://www.jaxport.com/sea/g_stats.cfm

Source Link

10.0

Tons (millions)

Importance

7.5

5.0

2.5

0.0

Year

Tonnage (millions)

2005

8.448

2006

8.696

2007

8.309

2008

8.396

2009

7.282

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 6 g

GROWING A VIBRANT ECONOMY Supporting Indicator Indicator

Bed and Sales Tax Collections

Description

The indicator measures the total revenues from the Bed Tax received each year, added to the total local option sales tax collections, and the sum adjusted for inflation. Because tourists who stay overnight must pay the Bed Tax, growth in bed-tax revenues demonstrates increasing tourist activity. For a community, increased tourism can serve as an important part of a vibrant economic environment. County Department of Administration and Finance, Florida Department of Revenue http://www.coj.net/departments/administration+and+finance/accounting, http://dor.myflorida.com/dor/taxes/colls_from_7_2003.html

Importance

Source Link

$200,000,000

Sales Tax Bed Tax

$150,000,000

$100,000,000

$50,000,000

$2004

Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

2005

Adjusted Local Option Sales Tax $ 135,315,486 $ 145,363,494 $ 143,181,763 $ 133,463,107 $ 117,288,929

2006

2007

Adjusted Bed Tax $ 17,175,798 $ 15,737,297 $ 16,906,404 $ 17,293,169 $ 13,378,794

2008

2009

Sales + Bed Tax $ 152,491,284 $ 161,100,792 $ 160,088,167 $ 150,756,276 $ 130,667,723

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 6 h

GROWING A VIBRANT ECONOMY Additional Indicators Indicator

Food Stamp/TANF Recipients

Description

The indicator measures the total number of recipients of Food Stamps/TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) cash assistance in Northeast Florida. For some families in crisis, assistance is necessary to help establish the stability required to improve the family's situation. Florida Department of Children and Families http://www.state.fl.us/cf_web/

Importance Source Link

Food Stamps

160,000

TANF

140,000 120,000 100,000 80,000 60,000 40,000 20,000 0

Food Stamps: Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

Baker 2,467 2,084 2,289 2,894 3,889

Clay 6,743 7,266 7,455 8,990 12,892

Duval 61,476 66,527 70,530 79,283 102,460

Nassau 3,031 3,371 3,393 3,963 5,662

St. Johns 5,427 4,891 4,867 6,269 8,612

Northeast Florida 79,144 84,139 88,534 101,399 133,515

Nassau 282 277 290 242 265

St. Johns 578 457 429 452 490

Northeast Florida 7,063 6,878 6,312 6,369 6,826

TANF Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

Baker 249 227 231 197 258

Clay 554 609 571 560 601

Duval 5,400 5,308 4,791 4,918 5212

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 6 i

GROWING A VIBRANT ECONOMY Additional Indicators Indicator

Typical Monthly Household Costs for JEA Utilities

Description

This indicator measures the residential cost of 1,000 kilowatt hours of electricity, including the residential basic rate and fuel adjustment charge; and of residential water and sewer services, based on 900 cubic feet of water consumption, adjusted for inflation. Utility costs are an essential part of a household budget and impact disposable income. The costs of basic utilities are an important factor in keeping housing affordable in a community. JEA http://www.jea.com/community/index.asp

Importance

Source Link

$220

Inflation-adjusted

$200

Actual $

$180 $160 $140 $120 $100 $80

Year

Adjusted utility costs

Actual utility costs

2005

$145.86

$132.32

2006

$147.43

$138.15

2007

$152.21

$147.75

2008

$173.79

$171.61

2009

$172.15

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 6 j

GROWING A VIBRANT ECONOMY Additional Indicators Indicator

New Housing Starts

Description

The indicator measures the total single-family and multi-family residential housing units per county for which building permits were issued. New housing starts may be an important indicator of a growing and vibrant economy, as housing grows to meet increasing population demands and provides job opportunities for an important sector of the economy. However, new housing starts may also indicate unmanaged growth or speculative activity. University of Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Research, Building Permit Activity Annual Report http://censtats.census.gov/bldg/bldgprmt.shtml

Source Link

16,000

Multi-Family

Single Family

14,000 Housing units

Importance

12,000 10,000 8,000 6,000 4,000 2,000 -

Year

Singlefamily

Multifamily

Total

2005

8,328

5,179

13,507

2006

6,450

3,633

10,083

2007

3,299

2,579

5,878

2008

2,402

1,363

3,765

2009

1,483

1,210

2,693

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 6 k

GROWING A VIBRANT ECONOMY Additional Indicators Indicator

Average Annual Wage

Description

The indicator measures the adjusted annual average wage for all people employed in the county. The average annual wage indicates the quality of job creation and the opportunities available in the local workforce. A household's quality of life can be severely impacted if full-time wages are insufficient to meet basic needs. Florida Agency for Workforce Innovation http://www.labormarketinfo.com/library/qcew.htm

Importance

Source Link

$50,000

$40,000

$30,000

$20,000

Inflation-Adjusted Actual $$

$10,000

Year

Annual Wage

Adjusted Annual Wage

2004

$ 38,568

$ 43,266

2005

$ 40,088

$ 43,686

2006

$ 42,255

$ 44,805

2007 2008

$ 43,644 $ 43,715

$ 45,104 $ 43,715

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 6 l

GROWING A VIBRANT ECONOMY Additional Indicators Indicator

Unemployment Benefit Claims

Description

The indicator measures the total number of unemployment claims filed during each year. Unemployment often creates economic hardship and the inability to meet basic needs, which may quickly result in family stress and crisis. Florida Agency for Workforce Innovation http://www.labormarketinfo.com/library/qcew.htm

Importance Source Link

125,000 100,000

Duval NE Florida

75,000 50,000 25,000 0

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

2005

501

2,555

34,033

1,530

2,713

41,332

2006

424

4,218

32,814

1,519

2,785

41,760

2007

650

4,958

36,995

1,756

3,680

48,039

2008

1,113

8,057

53,058

2,998

6,646

71,872

2009

1,826

11,969

77,619

5,024

9,684

106,122

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 6 m

LOCAL ENVIRONMENT NEEDS GREATER ATTENTION Our Vision for Preserving the Natural Environment: The resources of the region’s natural environment positively enhance the quality of life of citizens, and air, water, and ground pollution is kept below levels harmful to ecosystems, human health, or the quality of life. The built environment is developed in ways that preserve natural ecosystems and is maintained in ways that enhance natural beauty and visual aesthetics.

How are we doing? GOOD NEWS: Air quality is improving, and households are doing a better job of conserving water. The levels of compliance to water quality standards in our local tributaries and streams is getting better. Jacksonville has set aside 14 percent of the land area of the county for conservation.

NEEDS IMPROVEMENT: Duval County is doing a better job of meeting current air quality standards, but the standards are changing and getting stricter. The community is doing better at conserving water, but the increased demand for North Florida water requires us to do even more to demonstrate that we are acting as good stewards of the natural environment.

Key environmental indicators: Days Air Quality Is Good DUVAL COUNTY: 312

Average Daily Water Use DUVAL COUNTY: 187

DAYS

GALLONS

300 350

250 300

200 150

250

100 200

50 150

P R E S E R V I N G T H E N A T U R A L

Source: City of Jacksonville, Air and Water Quality Division

Source: JEA

Supporting indicators: Previous Tributary Compliance with Water Quality Standards Dissolved Oxygen Fecal-Coliform Bacteria Residential Recycling (pounds per person) Acres of Conservation/Preservation Land

Latest

Change

64% 61%

69% 73%

+ 5% + 12%

- 10

84,306

84,779

+ 473

More details on these and other indicators can be found at www.jcci.org or on the CD on the back cover.

Championed by Elkins Constructors, Inc. “The natural environment provides for us but we are also its stewards. Previous generations maintained the rich aesthetic beauty of our First Coast community and the vital resources which sustain us. Our responsibility is to fulfill our covenant for future generations.” ~ Barry L. Allred, Chairman & CEO JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 7

E N V I R O N M E N T

PRESERVING THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT Key Indicator Indicator

Days the Air Quality Index is in the "Good" Range

Description

Total days that the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Duval County is less than or equal to 50 ( a measure of the concentration of pollutants in the air developed by the EPA.) Clean air is important for a number of health reasons. Failure to meet national air quality standards can result in Federal action to bring communities into compliance. City of Jacksonville, Air and Water Quality Division http://www.coj.net

Importance

Source Link

350

300

250

200

150

Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

Good Range 275 305 309 312 335

Moderate Range 85 59 50 53 29

Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups Range 5 1 6 0 1

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 7 a

PRESERVING THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT Key Indicator Indicator

Average Daily Water Use

Description

This indicator measures the total annual cubic feet of potable water billed to JEA residential accounts as consumed, divided by the total annual residential accounts billed, divided by 365 to discover average daily water use. Individual households can have a significant impact on water conservation efforts. Residential water use accounts for nearly half of all potable water consumption. JEA http://www.jea.com/community/index.asp

Importance

Source Link

300 250 200 150 100 50 0

Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

Average Residential Water Consumption (Gallons per Day) 221 202 202 187 181

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 7 b

PRESERVING THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT Supporting Indicator Indicator

Percent of Tributary Streams Meeting Dissolved Oxygen Standards

Description

This indicator measures the annual percentage frequency of compliance of water samples from the St. Johns River and tributary streams in Duval County with Class III water standards for dissolved oxygen. Dissolved oxygen is essential for maintaining a healthy aquatic ecosystem and supporting the propagation and maintenance of a healthy, well-balanced populatio of fish and wildlife. City of Jacksonville, Air and Water Quality Division http://www.coj.net/Departments/Environmental+and+Compliance/Environmental+Q ality/Surface+Water+Quality/Tributary+Program.htm

Importance

Source Link

100% 80% 60% 40% River

20%

Streams 0%

Year

River

Streams

2004

100%

62%

2005

100%

70%

2006

100%

58%

2007

100%

64%

2008

100%

69%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 7 c

PRESERVING THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT Supporting Indicator Indicator

Percent of Tributary Streams Meeting Bacteria Standards

Description

The annual percentage frequency of compliance of water samples from the St. Johns River and tributary streams in Duval County with Class III water standards for fecal-coliform bacteria of less than 800 bacteria per 100 ml. Bacteria levels are an indicator of the possible presence of human wastewater and the pathogens found in untreated sewage, which can lead to a variety of human illnesses as well as environmental problems. City of Jacksonville, Air and Water Quality Division http://www.coj.net/Departments/Environmental+and+Compliance/Environmental+ Quality/Surface+Water+Quality/Tributary+Program.htm

Importance

Source Link

100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008

Tributary Compliance 57% 62% 65% 61% 73%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 7 d

PRESERVING THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT Supporting Indicator Indicator

Pounds of Solid Waste Recycled

Description

This indicator measures the total annual pounds of solid waste collected for recycling from residences per person in the total population. Reducing solid waste disposal in landfills decreases the need for new landfills and demonstrates improved stewardship of environmental resources. City of Jacksonville, Department of Solid Waste and Resource Management http://www.dep.state.fl.us/waste/categories/recycling/

Importance Source Link

70 60 50 40 30 20 10 2005

Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

Population 861,150 879,235 897,008 904,971 911,236

2006

2007

Residential recycling (tons) 27571 27974 28287 27979 23857

2008

2009

Average Recycling (pounds per person) 64 64 63 62 52

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 7 e

PRESERVING THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT Supporting Indicator Indicator Description

Importance

Source Link

Acres of Conservation/Preservation Land This indicator measures the total acreage (Federal, State, and local government as well as privately managed) that is set aside for conservation, preservation, and/or parkland purposes. This is a preliminary figure as the indicator seeks to pull together all of the acreage managed by diverse partnerships such as the National Park Service, Preservation Project Jacksonville, Trust for Public Lands, North Florida Land Trust, JEA conservation areas, St. Johns River Water Management District land, and more. Continued efforts to catalogue and map preservation and conservation lands will likely provide opportunities for greater accuracy in future editions of this report. Conserving natural areas for future generations preserves habitats and biodiversity and maintains the quality of life and unique natural resources expected for those who live in Florida. Preservation Project Jacksonville, North Florida Land Trust http://www.coj.net/Departments/Recreation+and+Community+Services/Waterfro nt+Management+and+Programming/Preservation+Project/Preservation++Map.htm 100,000 80,000 60,000 40,000 20,000 0

Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

Total acreage of park and conservation land 82,846.20 84,360.85 84,037.43 84,306.37 84,778.67

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 7 f

PRESERVING THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT Additional Indicators Indicator

Gallons of Motor Fuel Sold Per Person

Description

This indicator measures the total gallons of motor fuels certified sold in each county by the Florida Department of Revenue, divided by the total population of the county. Increasing use of motor fuels harms air quality and depletes nonrenewable resources of fossil fuels, as well as possibly indicating increased urban sprawl. Florida Department of Revenue http://www.myflorida.com/dor/taxes/fuel_tax.html

Importance Source Link

700

650

Duval Northeast Florida

600

550

500

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

2005

782.1

506.8

663.2

589.6

775.8

654.7

2006

730.4

502.9

665.5

558.8

711.3

645.0

2007

787.6

464.7

657.1

530.0

686.8

630.3

2008

720.6

442.1

637.0

531.8

655.5

608.7

2009

742.7

435.1

594.6

596.5

614.9

578.1

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 7 g

PRESERVING THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT Additional Indicators Indicator

New Septic-Tank Permits Issued

Description Importance

This indicator measures the annual total of permits issued for new septic tanks. Septic-tank failures can cause serious health and environmental problems, and the issuance of new septic-tank permits may indicate unmanaged housing growth that is extending beyond the network of sewer utilities. Duval County Public Health Department, Environmental Engineering Division http://www.dchd.net/environmentalhealth.htm#Onsite%20Sewage%20Program

Source Link

3,500 3,000 2,500 2,000 1,500 1,000 500 0

Year

Permits

2004

571

2005

695

2006

982

2007

754

2008

425

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 7 h

P R O M O T I N G S O

WORKING HARD TO IMPROVE SOCIAL ISSUES, MORE HELP NEEDED Our Vision for Promoting Social Wellbeing and Harmony: Social-service institutions in the region provide services with excellence to those in need, citizens and institutions support philanthropy and volunteerism to enhance the social environment, and citizens share social interactions characterized by equality of opportunity and racial harmony.

How are we doing? GOOD

NEWS:

Even with a down economy, people are giving of themselves; the volunteerism rate rose. The data show real improvement in reducing the number of children in out-of-home foster care.

NEEDS

IMPROVEMENT: People are giving more of their time, but less of their money. In a time when needs are higher and government is doing less, philanthropic giving is not making up the difference. Homelessness is up, nearly half of all children are born to single mothers (a key predictor of future poverty), and residents are increasingly divided on perceptions of racism in the community (see the Race Relations Progress Report for the current situation in racial disparities in Jacksonville.)

Key indicators of social well-being: Survey: Is Racism a Problem?

Births to Single Mothers

DUVAL COUNTY: 55% YES

DUVAL COUNTY: 48.2%

100%

80%

A L

60%

Black White

50% 40%

60% 30%

40% 20%

20%

W E

10%

Source: American Public Dialogue

Supporting indicators:

Volunteerism Rate

Foster Children per 1,000 Children

Homeless Survey Count per 100,000 People

I N G

Source: Florida Department of Health, Office of Vital Statistics

Previous 59%

Philanthropic Giving to Federated Campaigns (millions)

Latest 64%

Change + 5%

5.6

4.2

- 1.4

296

356

$28.4

$26.0

- $2.4

More details on these and other indicators can be found at www.jcci.org or on the CD on the back cover.

Championed by Florida Coastal School of Law â&#x20AC;&#x153;The strength and integrity of a community can be measured by its commitment to caring for the wellbeing of all its citizens and fostering harmonious relationships that bridge cultural differences.â&#x20AC;? ~ C. Peter Goplerud, Dean JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 8

PROMOTING SOCIAL WELLBEING AND HARMONY Key Indicator Indicator

Survey: Is Racism a Problem?

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of Duval County respondents, by race, who answered "yes" to the question: In your opinion during the last year, do you feel that racism is a problem in Jacksonville? The wide range in perceptions in a community about the extent of racial problems often impedes resolution of those problems. Shared understanding of the extent of the problem is often a prerequisite to reaching agreement on how to solve that problem. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance

Source Link

100%

Black White

80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year 2005

White respondents 43%

Black respondents 73%

Total respondents 49%

2006

55%

78%

59%

2007

62%

74%

64%

2008

57%

77%

60%

2009

49%

74%

55%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 8 a

PROMOTING SOCIAL WELLBEING AND HARMONY Key Indicator Indicator

Births to Single Mothers

Description

The indicator measures the total annual live births to unmarried females as a percentage of total births. Unmarried mothers are much more likely to have lower incomes, lower levels of education, and require higher levels of public assistance than do married mothers. Children born to single mothers are at higher risks for childhood poverty, emotional problems, educational difficulties, and are more likely to engage in high-risk behaviors. Office of Vital Statistics, Florida Department of Health http://www.floridacharts.com/charts/chart.aspx

Importance

Source Link

60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%

Year 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008

Percent Births to Single Mothers 42.8% 44.3% 45.0% 46.5% 48.2%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 8 b

PROMOTING SOCIAL WELLBEING AND HARMONY Supporting Indicator Indicator

Survey: Do you volunteer?

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of Duval County respondents who said "yes" to the question: Some people in our community are contributing their time to causes they consider worthwhile. In the past year have you given your time, without pay, to any charitable, civic, religious, or other volunteer organization? Many important needs in the community are met through unpaid service. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance Source Link

100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year

"Yes" Responses

2005

59%

2006

56%

2007

65%

2008

59%

2009

64%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 8 c

PROMOTING SOCIAL WELLBEING AND HARMONY Supporting Indicator Indicator

Philanthropy Given to Federal Campaigns

Description

The indicator measures the sum of annual giving to the following federated charitable fundraising efforts in Northeast Florida: United Way of Northeast Florida, United Way of St. Johns County, Combined Federal Campaign, and Florida State Employees Charitable Campaign. These campaigns serve differing geographic areas within Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. Philanthropic giving supports arts, culture, education, religion, public benefit, and health and human services in the region. United Way of Northeast Florida; United Way of St. Johns County

Importance Source

$30

$20

$10 Inflation-Adjusted Actual $$ $0

Year

Raw total (millions)

Inflation-Adjusted (millions)

2004

$ 22.57

$ 25.32

2005

$ 25.17

$ 27.43

2006

$ 26.37

$ 27.96

2007

$ 27.52

$ 28.44

2008

$ 26.03

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 8 d

PROMOTING SOCIAL WELLBEING AND HARMONY Supporting Indicator Indicator

Foster children per 1,000 children

Description

The indicator measures the total number of foster children per 1,000 children under age 18. Children are more likely to develop positively when they live in a home with a permanent family. Florida Department of Children and Families http://www.state.fl.us/cf_web/

Importance Source Link

Northeast Florida Duval

8 6 4 2 0 2004

2005

2006

2007

2008

2009

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

2005

0.2

6.5

8.2

17.8

6.0

8.0

2006

0.2

7.0

8.1

15.3

5.5

7.9

2007

8.4

6.7

7.9

14.0

4.6

7.7

2008

5.5

5.8

5.6

4.9

3.6

5.4

2009

5.5

4.7

4.2

3.4

2.5

4.1

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 8 e

PROMOTING SOCIAL WELLBEING AND HARMONY Supporting Indicator Indicator

Homeless Survey Count per 100,000 People

Description

The indicator measures the total homeless individuals identified in an annual survey, per 100,000 population. Lacking housing can be a serious impediment to obtaining employment and stabilizing a person's life. The State of Homelessness in Jacksonville, Florida, Emergency Services and Homeless Coalition of Jacksonville; State of Florida's Annual Report on Homeless Conditions in Florida http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/homelessness/pubs.shtml

Importance Source

Link

500 400 300 200 100 0

Year

Homeless Count

Population

Homeless per 100,000

2005

2,911

861,150

338

2006

2,877

879,235

327

2007

2,613

897,008

291

2008

2,681

904,971

296

2009

3,244

911,236

356

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 8 f

PROMOTING SOCIAL WELLBEING AND HARMONY Additional Indicators Indicator

Survey: Have you personally experienced racism?

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of Duval County respondents, by race, who answered "yes" to the question: Thinking about your own possible experience with racism, do you believe that you have personally experiences racism during the past year while shopping, while at work, or while renting or buying housing in Jacksonville? Experiencing racism is a direct assault on one's quality of life. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance Source Link

50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%

Year

Percent responding yes to at least one of the three questions

2005

24%

2006

29%

2007

21%

2008

19%

2009

19%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 8 g

PROMOTING SOCIAL WELLBEING AND HARMONY Additional Indicators Indicator

Survey: Do you volunteer more than seven hours a week?

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of Duval County respondents who said responded with over seven hours a week to the question: If you volunteered during the past year, about how many total hours do you think you have volunteered, on average, per week (1-3, 4-7, 8-10, 11-15, more than 15)? People who volunteer for significant amounts of time are an incredibly valuable resource for the community. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance Source Link

50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%

Year

More than 7 hours

2005

19%

2006

32%

2007

26%

2008

23%

2009

25%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 8 h

PROMOTING SOCIAL WELLBEING AND HARMONY Additional Indicators Indicator

Births to Teen Mothers per 1,000 Teen Girls

Description

The indicator measures the total annual live births to females under 18 per 1,000 females ages 10-17. Teen pregnancies often result in health problems for both the mother and baby, and parenting problems can create potentially serious social and economic hardship. The teen birth rate therefore can serve as a leading indicator of educational disruption, maternal and child health problems, and economic need. Office of Vital Statistics, Florida Department of Health http://www.floridacharts.com/charts/chart.aspx

Importance

Source Link

Duval NE Florida

20 15 10 5 0

Year 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008

Baker 13.4 13.1 17.6 10.8 13.7

Clay 5.3 5.8 5.3 6.6 5.5

Duval 10.2 9.8 9.8 9.9 8.8

Nassau 9.4 10.4 9.2 10.6 9.3

St. Johns 5.3 6.1 5.8 3.7 3.9

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 8 i

Northeast Florida 9.0 8.8 8.7 8.7 7.8

PROMOTING SOCIAL WELLBEING AND HARMONY Additional Indicators Indicator

Subsequent Births to Teen Mothers

Description

The indicator measures the total number of births to mothers under age 20 in which the mother had a previous child as a percentage of births to mothers under age 20. Subsequent births to teen mothers illustrate ongoing needs not met by previous community prevention or intervention efforts. Office of Vital Statistics, Florida Department of Health http://www.floridacharts.com/charts/chart.aspx

Importance Source Link

30% 25% 20% 15% 10%

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

2004

20.6%

15.1%

20.8%

18.4%

19.7%

20.1%

2005

25.8%

12.0%

19.5%

18.0%

18.4%

18.6%

2006

30.3%

14.9%

18.2%

20.2%

16.1%

18.2%

2007

18.0%

9.9%

20.0%

18.2%

16.5%

18.3%

2008

21.7%

13.4%

17.9%

16.5%

15.1%

17.2%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 8 j

PROMOTING SOCIAL WELLBEING AND HARMONY Additional Indicators Indicator

Births to mothers with at least 12 years of education

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of all births in which the mother had at least 12 years of education. Children of parents with limited education may live in an environment lacking in stimulation for positive development, literacy, and school success. In addition, the education level of the mother is a key influence on the health outcomes of the family and predicts long-term poverty. Office of Vital Statistics, Florida Department of Health http://www.floridacharts.com/charts/chart.aspx

Importance

Source Link

90% 85% 80% 75% 70%

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

2004

76.9%

86.3%

85.1%

83.7%

90.6%

85.5%

2005

79.1%

84.0%

82.2%

81.5%

89.1%

83.0%

2006

75.7%

84.9%

82.1%

82.5%

88.6%

82.9%

2007

74.4%

83.6%

81.6%

81.8%

88.6%

82.4%

2008

79.2%

86.1%

81.7%

83.8%

88.9%

83.0%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 8 k

PROMOTING SOCIAL WELLBEING AND HARMONY Additional Indicators Indicator

Children of Divorcing Parents

Description

The indicator measures the total number of children under 18 whose parents become divorced during the year. Children are often severely negatively affected by divorce of their parents. Office of Vital Statistics, Florida Department of Health http://www.floridacharts.com/charts/chart.aspx

Importance Source Link

8,000 6,000 4,000 2,000 0

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

2004

642

2,960

236

420

4,352

2005

614

3,035

284

520

4,535

2006

699

3,123

243

501

4,655

2007

688

3,131

239

517

4,649

2008

118

671

2,637

242

553

4,221

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 8 l

PROMOTING SOCIAL WELLBEING AND HARMONY Additional Indicators Indicator

Length of stay in foster care

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of children in Northeast Florida in foster care who, if reunited, are reunited with their families within 12 months or, if adopted, adopted within 24 months. Children are more likely to develop positively when they live in a home with a permanent family. Florida Department of Children and Families http://www.state.fl.us/cf_web/

Importance Source Link

100%

Adopted Reunited

75%

50%

25%

0% 2004

2005

2006

2007

2008

Year

Adopted within 24 months

Reunited within 12 months

2005

29.4%

62.6%

2006

54.7%

69.0%

2007

63.7%

74.0%

2008

62.7%

75.7%

2009

68.5%

70.9%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 8 m

2009

MORE PEOPLE STAY HOME, CURL UP WITH

GOOD BOOK

Our Vision for Enjoying Arts, Recreation, and Culture: Citizens desire, support, have access to, and actively patronize a great diversity of opportunities in the region for cultural and artistic enrichment and for recreational, leisure, and entertainment activities.

How are we doing? GOOD NEWS: The expansion of Jacksonville’s library system has been of considerable benefit to local residents, as circulation per capita continues to climb and lead the state. Attendance at musical performances and at the zoo also increased.

NEEDS IMPROVEMENT: The other indicators in this section were negative, with financial support for the arts declining, the number of public performances and events continuing to slow, funding for recreation activities and park maintenance decreasing significantly, and fewer people attending either sporting events or museums.

Key arts, culture, and recreation indicators: Public and Private Support for the Arts

Public Performances and Events

DUVAL COUNTY: $32.75

DUVAL COUNTY: 501

$50

800

$40

600 $30

400 $20 Inflation-Adjusted

200 Actual $$

$10

0 $0

Source: Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville

Supporting indicators:

Sources: Department of Parks, Recreation, and Entertainment; Florida Theatre; and SMG.

Previous $26.83

Recreation Funding per Person

Latest $16.45

Change - $10.38

for activities and maintenance

Attendance at Sporting Events per 1,000 People Attendance at Cultural Activities per 1,000 People Museums Musical Performances Zoo Library Circulation Per Person

1,445

1,271

174

431 246 739

392 275 779

+ +

39 29 40

9.75

10.08

0.33

More details on these and other indicators can be found at www.jcci.org or on the CD on the back cover.

Championed by Haskell “Art, culture, and recreational opportunities along with education are among the top reasons companies choose to bring new business to an area. These opportunities not only enhance our personal lives but impact our community’s ability to grow and thrive.” ~ Dave Balz, Senior Vice President JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 9

E N J O Y I N G A R T S R E C R E A T I O N C U L T U R E

ENJOYING ARTS, CULTURE, AND RECREATION Key Indicator Indicator

Public and Private Support for the Arts Per Person

Description

The indicator measures the total public and private funding (including earned income) of arts organizations receiving Cultural Services Grants, divided by the total Duval County population. Most arts organizations rely on a combination of public funding and private financial support in order to provide art and cultural services to a community. Growth in financial support is one way to measure the healthiness of the arts community. Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville http://www.culturalcouncil.org/

Importance

Source Link $50

$40

$30

$20 InflationAdjusted $10

Actual $$

Year

2008 dollars

Actual dollars

2004

$ 32.60

$ 29.06

2005

$ 34.70

$ 31.84

2006

$ 36.01

$ 33.96

2007

$ 36.85

$ 35.65

2008

$ 32.75

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 9 a

ENJOYING ARTS, CULTURE, AND RECREATION Key Indicator Indicator

Public Performances/Events at Selected Facilities

Description

The indicator measures the sum of the total events/performances open to the public each year at Metropolitan Park, the Florida Theatre, and the Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts. Opportunities for entertainment and cultural enrichment are essential ingredients in the quality of life of a community. Increased numbers of performances and events is a measure of strength and variety in the performing arts. Jacksonville Department of Parks, Recreation, and Entertainment; Florida Theatre, Inc.; and SMG Facilities Management Worldwide http://experiencejax.com/

Importance

Source Link

800

600

400

200

Year

Florida Theatre

Metro Park

Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts

2004

180

342

553

2005

209

250

486

2006

220

359

601

2007

211

306

543

2008

206

265

501

Total

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 9 b

ENJOYING ARTS, CULTURE, AND RECREATION Supporting Indicator Indicator

Musical Performances Attendance Per 1,000 Population

Description

The indicator measures the total annual attendance at the Jacksonville Symphony series, The Artist Series, and the Jazz Festival performances, per 1,000 people in the Duval County population. The indicator measures paid attendance at performances of all Symphony series and special concerts, all FCCJ Artist Series performances, and the annual Jazz Festival. Opportunities for entertainment and cultural enrichment are essential ingredients in the quality of life of a community. Increased attendance at performances is one measure of strength in the performing arts. Jacksonville Symphony, The Artist Series (was FCCJ Artist Series), WJCT/City of Jacksonville (for the Jazz Festival) http://experiencejax.com/

Importance

Source Link

500 400 300 200 100 0

Year

Attendance per 1,000 people

Jacksonville Symphony

The Artist Series

Jazz Festival

Population

2004

238

79,328

98,851

22,000

840,474

2005

223

85,492

94,362

12,500

861,150

2006

343

85,796

200,879

15,000

879,235

2007

246

92,374

116,109

12,500

897,008

2008

275

77,441

164,717

6,392

904,971

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 9 c

ENJOYING ARTS, CULTURE, AND RECREATION Supporting Indicator Indicator

Museum Attendance per 1,000 Population

Description

The indicator measures the total attendance at the Museum of Science and History, the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, and the Museum of Contemporary Art - Jacksonville, per 1,000 people in the total Duval County population. Attendance figures include both regular paid attendance and museum attendance by school children as part of services contracted with the Duval County School Board. Attendance at museums shows the community's support for cultural institutions. Museums help enrich the fabric of the community. Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, and Museum of Science and History http://experiencejax.com/

Importance Source Link

500 400 300 200 100 0

Year

Cummer

MOCA

MOSH

Total

Population

Attendance per 1,000 Population

2004

108,095

35,000

137,805

280,900

840,474

334

2005

123,235

68,000

176,038

367,273

861,150

426

2006

134,938

63,406

151,197

349,541

879,235

398

2007

160,000

51,600

174,603

386,203

897,008

431

2008

128,844

58,133

168,000

354,977

904,971

392

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 9 d

ENJOYING ARTS, CULTURE, AND RECREATION Supporting Indicator Indicator

Zoo Attendance Per 1,000 Population

Description

The indicator measures the total annual attendance at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens per 1,000 people in the Duval County population. The zoo is a shared attraction in the community and adds to the quality of life of the residents of the county. Jacksonville Zoo http://www.jacksonvillezoo.org/

Importance Source Link

1,000

750

500

250

Year 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008

Jacksonville Zoo attendance 645,152 603,312 647,023 662,897 705,007

Population 840,474 861,150 879,235 897,008 904,971

Attendance per 1,000 Population 768 701 736 739 779

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 9 e

ENJOYING ARTS, CULTURE, AND RECREATION Supporting Indicator Indicator

Sports Attendance Per 1,000 Population

Description

The indicator measures the total annual attendance at major sports events at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium (was Alltel Stadium), The Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville (was Wolfson Park), and the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena (was Coliseum), per 1,000 people in the Duval County population. Attendance at sporting events provides a shared sense of community among fans and is a measure of the breadth of recreational opportunities available in the community. SMG Facilities Management Worldwide, Jacksonville Jaguars http://experiencejax.com/

Importance

Source Link

2,500 2,000 1,500 1,000 500

Baseball Grounds

Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena

Population

656,331

244,068

141,864

840,474

206,236

650,187

214,001

116,157

861,150

1,405

201,955

662,100

249,868

121,093

879,235

2007

1,445

274,584

653,158

258,733

109,283

897,008

2008

1,271

219,411

650,619

243,074

37,007

904,971

Year

Attendance per 1,000 people

Jacksonville Municipal Stadium*

Jaguars

2004

1,499

217,666

2005

1,378

2006

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 9 f

ENJOYING ARTS, CULTURE, AND RECREATION Supporting Indicator Indicator

Recreation Funding for Activities and Maintenance Per Capita

Description

The indicator measures the total annual adjusted City of Jacksonville operating expenditures for recreation activities and park maintenance, divided by the total Duval County population. While money by itself does not guarantee improved service, increased funding for activities and maintenance is an indicator of priorities and commitment to quality. Jacksonville Department of Parks, Recreation, and Entertainment; Florida Theatre, Inc.; and SMG Facilities Management Worldwide www.coj.net

Importance

Source Link

$40

$30

$20 Inflation-Adjusted

$10

Actual $$ $0

Year

InflationAdjusted

Actual Dollars

2004

$ 36.47

$ 29.35

2005

$ 31.70

$ 27.16

2006

$ 27.05

$ 24.37

2007

$ 26.83

$ 25.41

2008

$ 16.45

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 9 g

ENJOYING ARTS, CULTURE, AND RECREATION Supporting Indicator Indicator

Public Library Circulation Per Capita

Description

The indicator measures the total resources circulated by public libraries, divided by the total population. Public libraries serve an increasingly important function in a community, providing a wide range of materials and services to individuals and families. City of Jacksonville Public Library and Florida Department of State http://dlis.dos.state.fl.us/bld/research_office/BLD_Research_index.html

Importance Source Link

12.5 10.0 7.5 5.0 2.5 0.0

Year

Circulation per person

Circulation

Population

2005

7.14

6,145,880

861,150

2006

9.04

7,948,860

879,235

2007

9.34

8,378,103

897,008

2008

9.75

8,824,972

904,971

2009

10.08

9,156,612

908,562

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 9 h

S U S T A I N I N G A

SYMPTOMS SUGGEST SERIOUS HEALTH PROBLEM Our Vision for Sustaining a Healthy Community: Health-care institutions in the region provide medical and preventive health-care services with excellence, all citizens have access to these services, regardless of financial means, and citizens generally experience a high level of physical and mental health.

How are we doing? GOOD

NEWS:

This section had little good news to report. Suicide rates for senior citizens, a proxy measurement for depression and mental illness, improved, and the number of new HIV cases among whites in Jacksonville declined.

NEEDS IMPROVEMENT: The hard news is that overall suicide rates are rising, the highest they’ve been in the last five years. The rates of sexually-transmitted diseases are climbing, and are at levels not seen since the 1980s. Disparities in new HIV cases and in infant mortality point to systemic health concerns within the community.

Key health indicators:

H E A L T H Y C O M M U N I T Y

Infant Mortality Rate BLACK: 13.9 25

People Without Health Insurance

WHITE: 7.1 Black White

DUVAL COUNTY: 17.0% 2008 25% 20%

15 15%

10%

0% Total population

Source: Florida Department of Health

Supporting indicators: Cancer Death Rate

Under 18

18-64

65 and Over

Source: U.S. Census, American Community Survey

Previous 174.3

Latest 181.3

Change + 7.0

New HIV Cases White Black

363 94 240

379 89 264

+ 16 - 5 + 24

STD Rates

930.9

976.3

+ 45.4

Suicide Rates Seniors (65 and over) Youth (10-19)

12.1 18.6 0.8

14.9 13.0 2.4

+ 2.8 - 5.6 + 1.6

More details on these and other indicators can be found at www.jcci.org or on the CD on the back cover.

Championed by St. Vincent’s HealthCare “Health immeasurably impacts personal wellbeing and the enjoyment of every facet of life. Excellent, compassionate health care for all our citizens must be our community’s vision.” ~ Howard Watts, Interim President & CEO JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 10

SUSTAINING A HEALTHY COMMUNITY Key Indicator Indicator

Infant Mortality Rate

Description

This indicator measures the total annual infant deaths divided by the total annual infant births, multiplied by 1,000. Infant deaths serve as a sentinel indicator of community health. The infant mortality rate reflects the health status of the mother and the quality of health care received by mothers and infants, including prenatal, postnatal, and interconceptional health care.. Florida Department of Health, Office of Vital Statistics http://www.floridacharts.com

Importance

Source Link

Black White

20 15 10 5 0

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

2004

5.4

5.7

10.9

1.4

8.3

9.5

2005

19.0

6.7

11.6

9.9

5.1

10.4

2006

15.2

4.7

9.5

4.9

2.8

8.2

2007

7.0

4.5

9.0

7.6

5.4

8.0

2008

2.5

8.8

9.7

3.7

6.2

8.9

Duval County: Year

White Infant Death Rate

Black Infant Death Rate

2004

7.5

17.3

2005

7.9

17.5

2006

7.2

12.7

2007

6.7

13.1

2008

7.1

13.9

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 10 aÂ Â

SUSTAINING A HEALTHY COMMUNITY Key Indicator Indicator

People Without Health Insurance

Description

This indicator measures the percentage of people in Duval County, by age group, estimated to be without health insurance. Individuals and families lacking health insurance coverage are vulnerable to a dangerous combination of health and financial crises. U.S. Census, American Community Survey www.census.gov

Importance Source Link

2008 25% 20% 15% 10% 5% 0% Total population

2008

Under 18

18-64

65 and Over

Total population

Under 18

18-64

65 and Over

17.0%

12.7%

21.3%

1.4%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 10 bÂ Â

SUSTAINING A HEALTHY COMMUNITY Supporting Indicator Indicator

Deaths Due to Cancer

Description

This indicator measures the total annual number of resident deaths due to all forms of cancer per 100,000 people in the population. Cancer is a leading cause of death throughout the nation. Florida Department of Health, Office of Vital Statistics http://www.floridacharts.com/charts/chart.aspx

Importance Source Link

250

Duval NE Florida

200

150

100

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

Florida

2004

174.5

182.6

185.5

244.4

236.9

194.2

224.3

2005

171.0

168.3

186.3

257.5

212.4

190.5

223.8

2006

210.2

175.5

177.6

228.7

212.5

185.0

217.4

2007

210.2

181.7

174.3

182.1

202.3

180.0

212.4

2008

235.4

193.4

181.3

211.8

215.9

190.2

215.5

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 10 c

SUSTAINING A HEALTHY COMMUNITY Supporting Indicator Indicator

New HIV Cases

Description

This indicator measures the number of newly-diagnosed HIV cases, in the total population and broken out by race. HIV/AIDS has disproportionately impacted racial and ethnic minorities in the United States. The disparity in the incidence of new HIV cases points to the effectiveness of prevention and education programs in reaching all of a community's residents. Duval County Health Department, AIDS Surveillance Program http://www.cdc.gov/hiv/pubs/facts/afam.htm

Importance

Source Link

400

Black White

300

200

100

Year

Black

White

Other

Total

2004

230

341

2005

200

276

2006

208

307

2007

240

363

2008

264

379

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 10 dÂ Â

SUSTAINING A HEALTHY COMMUNITY Supporting Indicator Indicator

Sexually Transmitted Disease Reports

Description

This indicator measures the number of individuals per 100,000 people who have been diagnosed with gonorrhea, syphilis, or chlamydia (referred to as sexually transmitted diseases or STDs.) Individuals who contract a sexually transmitted disease may suffer severe medical problems. Florida Department of Health, Office of Vital Statistics http://www.floridacharts.com/charts/chart.aspx

Importance Source Link

1,000

Duval NE Florida

800 600 400 200 0

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

Florida

2004

461.2

249.9

770.5

181.7

94.6

583.2

351.2

2005

479.6

246.0

810.3

225.7

108.1

612.2

357.0

2006

388.6

268.8

846.4

329.1

172.5

647.5

399.2

2007

548.8

354.3

930.9

265.3

173.2

712.5

437.8

2008

393.5

397.2

976.3

400.0

206.0

754.3

505.1

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 10 eÂ Â

SUSTAINING A HEALTHY COMMUNITY Supporting Indicator Indicator

Suicide Rates per 100,000 People

Description

This indicator measures the total number of suicides per 100,000 people, in the total population and among youth (10-19) and seniors (65 and older). One measure of depression and mental health concerns is the suicide rate. Deaths by suicide are potentially preventable and, as such, represent a significant concern in the overall capacity of the community to care for all its members. Florida Department of Health, Office of Vital Statistics http://www.floridacharts.com/charts/chart.aspx

Importance

Source Link

Senior Suicide Rate Youth Suicide Rate

Total Suicide Rate

20 15 10 5 0

Year 2004

Total Suicide Rate 13.3

Senior Suicide Rate 21.7

Youth Suicide Rate 3.2

2005

14.1

14.6

4.1

2006

12.6

17.1

4.1

2007

12.1

18.6

0.8

2008

14.9

13.0

2.4

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 10 fÂ Â

SUSTAINING A HEALTHY COMMUNITY Additional Indicators Indicator

Mothers Receiving Early Prenatal Care

Description

This indicator measures the total annual number of mothers who began prenatal care within the first three months of their pregnancies, as a percentage of the total number of births in the county. Early, high-quality prenatal care is critical to reducing risks for complications of pregnancy or birth and improving birth outcomes. Florida Department of Health, Office of Vital Statistics http://www.floridacharts.com

Importance Source Link

100% 90% 80%

Duval NE Florida

70% 60% 50%

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

Florida

2004

79.5%

82.1%

81.2%

87.2%

87.5%

82.1%

81.0%

2005

79.0%

81.3%

77.5%

86.6%

86.8%

79.3%

78.5%

2006

77.9%

77.1%

75.2%

83.3%

84.8%

76.7%

76.8%

2007

73.2%

75.5%

73.6%

80.9%

84.5.%

76.7%

75.9%

2008

72.8%

75.3%

71.2%

83.6%

83.0%

73.3%

76.9%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 10 gÂ Â

SUSTAINING A HEALTHY COMMUNITY Additional Indicators Indicator

Newborns with Birth Weights of 5.5 Pounds and Over

Description

This indicator measures the total annual number of newborns with birth weights of 5.5 pounds and over, divided by the total number of newborns. Low birth weight is a leading predictor of neonatal death. Low birth-weight infants are also more likely than normal birth-weight infants to experience long-term developmental and neurological disabilities. Florida Department of Health, Office of Vital Statistics http://www.floridacharts.com/charts/chart.aspx

Importance

Source Link

100% Duval NE Florida 95%

90%

85%

80%

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

Florida

2004

93.5%

93.1%

90.0%

92.2%

93.6%

90.9%

91.4%

2005

90.5%

92.5%

90.4%

92.5%

93.1%

91.0%

91.2%

2006

89.6%

91.9%

90.5%

92.9%

90.9%

91.3%

2007

91.4%

93.2%

90.3%

92.6%

92.8%

91.2%

91.3%

2008

92.5%

92.2%

90.7%

92.9%

93.7%

91.3%

91.2%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 10 hÂ Â

SUSTAINING A HEALTHY COMMUNITY Additional Indicators Indicator

Percent of Seniors Who Feel Safe in Their Neighborhood

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of respondents 65 and over who answered "yes" to the question: Do you feel safe walking alone at night in your neighborhood? The perception of safety, which may or may not correlate with actual safety or the reported crime rate, is critical to one's quality of life in the community, especially for senior citizens. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance

Source Link

100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year

Percent answering "yes"

2005

51%

2006

48%

2007

42%

2008

36%

2009

55%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 10 i

SUSTAINING A HEALTHY COMMUNITY Additional Indicators Indicator

HIV/AIDS-related Deaths

Description

This indicator measures the total annual number of HIV/AIDS-related deaths per 100,000 people in the total population. HIV/AIDS is a serious though preventable disease. Although there is no cure for AIDS, new treatments are helping people with HIV live longer. Still, these treatment regimens are complex, cause serious side effects, and become ineffective as HIV mutates. Florida Department of Health, Office of Vital Statistics http://www.floridacharts.com/charts/chart.aspx

Importance

Source Link

40 30 20 10 0

Year

Deaths per 100,000

Deaths

2004

10.1

2005

13.6

117

2006

12.1

106

2007

12.0

108

2008

10.9

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 10 j

SUSTAINING A HEALTHY COMMUNITY Additional Indicators Indicator

Packs of cigarettes sold per person

Description

This indicator measures the total annual number of packs of cigarettes sold per person in the total population. Cigarette smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer. Florida Department of Business Regulation, Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco http://www.doh.state.fl.us/Tobacco/tobacco_home.html

Importance Source Link

150

125

100

Year

Packs sold per person

Packs sold

Duval County Population

2005

69,499,131

861,150

2006

71,006,581

879,235

2007

64,456,022

897,008

2008

66,971,546

904,971

2009

67,605,592

911,235

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 10 kÂ Â

SUSTAINING A HEALTHY COMMUNITY Additional Indicators Indicator

Deaths Due to Lung Cancer

Description

This indicator measures the total annual number of resident deaths due to lung cancer per 100,000 people in the population. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States for men and women. Studies show that smoking tobacco products in any form is the major cause of lung cancer. Environmental or second-hand tobacco smoke is also implicated in causing lung cancer. Other risk factors for lung cancer include asbestos and radon exposure. Florida Department of Health, Office of Vital Statistics http://www.floridacharts.com/charts/chart.aspx

Importance

Source Link

Duval

Northeast Florida

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

Florida

2004

66.5

58.8

56.3

93.2

56.9

58.8

68.0

2005

50.0

46.8

56.0

107.5

55.3

57.2

66.8

2006

63.5

49.7

54.4

71.4

64.5

56.1

64.8

2007

66.2

59.1

52.3

57.4

58.7

54.6

62.2

2008

61.7

62.1

57.1

70.6

64.8

59.6

63.2

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 10 lÂ Â

SUSTAINING A HEALTHY COMMUNITY Additional Indicators Indicator

Deaths Due to Heart Disease

Description

This indicator measures the total annual number of resident deaths due to heart disease per 100,000 people in the population. Heart disease is a leading cause of death throughout the country. Florida Department of Health, Office of Vital Statistics http://www.floridacharts.com/charts/chart.aspx

Importance Source Link

350

Duval Northeast Florida

300 250 200 150 100

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

Florida

2004

182.8

168.0

197.9

201.6

172.7

190.8

265.9

2005

158.5

175.9

188.3

174.2

165.9

182.6

255.2

2006

142.8

144.8

169.1

176.2

159.9

164.5

238.4

2007

132.3

150.5

173.0

177.8

144.7

165.7

224.0

2008

173.6

138.9

172.5

181.3

147.2

165.1

222.9

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 10 m

SUSTAINING A HEALTHY COMMUNITY Additional Indicators Indicator

Survey: People Rating Health Care "Good" or "Excellent"

Description

This indicator measures the percentage of survey respondents who answer "good" or "excellent" to the question: In your opinion, is the health and medical care available in Jacksonville excellent, good, fair, or poor? Perceptions of the quality of the health and medical care available may reflect the quality of care, accessibility, and affordability of health care. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance Source Link

100%

Excellent Good

80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year

Excellent

Good

Total

2005

22%

46%

68%

2006

32%

34%

66%

2007

34%

39%

73%

2008

34%

37%

71%

2009

36%

38%

74%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 10 n

INCREASINGLY DISCONNECTED

FROM

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Our Vision for Maintaining Responsive Government: Local government bodies in the region are led by competent, representative, and responsive elected and appointed officials, they provide public services effectively and equitably to citizens, and citizens are well informed about public affairs and actively participate in civic activities.

How are we doing? GOOD

NEWS:

Voter turnout in the past presidential election increased to 78 percent, and satisfaction with local government services remains high. More people report paying attention to local government news.

NEEDS

IMPROVEMENT: Voter turnout in local and state elections has been low, and the voter turnout trends in both are diverging away from the presidential election turnout. Fewer people feel they can influence local government, and the number of neighborhood organizations (often one of the first ways people get involved in their community) is declining.

Key governance indicators:

100%

Voter Turnout

Satisfaction with City Services

DUVAL COUNTY: 78%

DUVAL COUNTY: 83%

Presidential

State

Local

80%

100%

Very satisfied

Somewhat satisfied

80%

60%

40%

20%

Source: Supervisor of Elections

Source: American Public Dialogue

Supporting indicators: Previous

Latest

Change

Diverse and Representative Government Elected Officials: People of Color Elected Officials: Women

29% 24%

26% 26%

Neighborhood Organizations

597

591

Survey: Can You Influence Government?

26%

25%

People Keeping Up With Local Government News

58%

62%

3% 2%

More details on these and other indicators can be found at www.jcci.org or on the CD on the back cover.

Championed by The Main Street America Group â&#x20AC;&#x153;A responsive government effectively serves the needs of its constituents. Members of our community should stay well-informed and actively participate in the democratic process.â&#x20AC;? ~ Tom Van Berkel, Chairman, President & CEO JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 11

M A I N T A I N I N G R E S P O N S I V E G O V E R N M E N T

MAINTAINING RESPONSIVE GOVERNMENT Key Indicator Indicator

Voter Turnout

Description

The total number of votes cast in scheduled general elections, divided by the total number of registered voters. General elections include the alternating November presidential and congressional/state elections in even-numbered years and the local unitary primary election held in April of every fourth oddnumbered year (most recently in 2007). Registering to vote is one step in civic participation, but voter turnout demonstrates a higher level of civic involvement. Supervisor of Elections http://election.dos.state.fl.us/

Importance Source Link

100%

Presidential

State

80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year

Turnout

2004

73.6%

2005 2006

42.3%

2007

19.1%

2008

77.8%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 11 a

Local

MAINTAINING RESPONSIVE GOVERNMENT Key Indicator Indicator

Survey: Satisfaction with Basic City Services

Description

The percentage of Duval County survey respondents who answered "somewhat satisfied" or "very satisfied" to the question: As you think about the effectiveness of public services provided by the City of Jacksonville, how satisfied are you with basic public services such as streets, parks, libraries, and trash removal? Would you say that you are very satisfied, somewhat satisfied, not very satisfied, or not at all satisfied? Citizen satisfaction is an important measure of the public perception of the quality of services provided by local government. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance Source Link

Very satisfied

100%

Somewhat satisfied

80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year

Somewhat satisfied

Very satisfied

Combined total

2005

50%

29%

79%

2006

44%

38%

82%

2007

50%

35%

85%

2008

49%

33%

82%

2009

50%

33%

83%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 11 b

MAINTAINING RESPONSIVE GOVERNMENT Supporting Indicator Indicator

Percent of Elected Officials Who Are People of Color

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of elected officials who are people of color. Officials included in the indicator are: members of the Jacksonville City Council and Duval County School Board, Mayor of Jacksonville, Duval County Sheriff, Duval County Property Appraiser, Duval County Tax Collector, Duval County Supervisor of Elections, Florida State Senators from Districts 1, 5, and 8, and State Representatives from Districts 12 through 19. Civil Service Board members were included until 1996 when these positions became appointive. In a representative democracy, the diversity of elected officials is one indicator of the openness of the political system for all to participate, either by running for office or to feel that their voices are being heard. City of Jacksonville, Duval County Public Schools, Duval State Legislative Delegation www.coj.net

Importance

Source Link

100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

Percent People of color 29% 29% 29% 29% 26%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 11 c

MAINTAINING RESPONSIVE GOVERNMENT Supporting Indicator Indicator

Percent of Elected Officials Who Are Female

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of elected officials who are female. Officials included in the indicator are: members of the Jacksonville City Council and Duval County School Board, Mayor of Jacksonville, Duval County Sheriff, Duval County Property Appraiser, Duval County Tax Collector, Duval County Supervisor of Elections, Florida State Senators from Districts 7, 8, and 9 (Districts 2, 6, and 8 after reapportionment in 1994; Districts 1, 5, and 8 after reapportionment in 2004), and State Representatives from Districts 13 through 20 (Districts 12 through 19 after reapportionment in 1994, unchanged in 2004). Civil Service Board members were included until 1996 when these positions became appointive. In a representative democracy, the diversity of elected officials is one indicator of the openness of the political system for all to participate, either by running for office or to feel that their voices are being heard. City of Jacksonville, Duval County Public Schools, Duval State Legislative Delegation www.coj.net

Importance

Source Link

100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

Percent Female 38% 38% 26% 24% 26%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 11 d

MAINTAINING RESPONSIVE GOVERNMENT Supporting Indicator Indicator

Neighborhood Organizations

Description

The total number of active neighborhood organizations in Jacksonville, as identified by the City of Jacksonville Neighborhood Services Division. One early introduction into civic participation and getting involved in the health of the community is through organizing or participating in a neighborhood organization. City of Jacksonville Neighborhood Services Division http://www.coj.net/Departments/Housing+and+Neighborhoods/Community+Devel opment/Directory+of+Neighborhood+Organizations.htm

Importance

Source Link

600

400

200

Year

Neighborhood Organizations

2005

454

2006

517

2007

539

2008

597

2009

591

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 11 e

MAINTAINING RESPONSIVE GOVERNMENT Supporting Indicator Indicator

Survey: Can You Influence Local Government?

Description

The percentage of people who respond "great influence" or "moderate influence" to the survey question: Our governmental system values citizen input and involvement. As a citizen of Jacksonville and Duval County, how would you describe your ability to influence local-government decision making? Would you say that you have great influence, moderate influence, a little influence, or no influence at all? Citizen perceptions of their personal power and ability to participate effectively in local government can demonstrate the civic capacity of a community to face difficult issues. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance

Source Link

100% Great Moderate

80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year

Moderate

Great

Combined

2005

27%

32%

2006

27%

32%

2007

25%

27%

2008

23%

26%

2009

23%

25%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 11 f

MAINTAINING RESPONSIVE GOVERNMENT Supporting Indicator Indicator

Survey: People Keeping Up with Local Government News

Description

The percentage of Duval County survey respondents who answered "frequently" to the question: People generally obtain local government news from television, radio, newspapers, the Internet, or from other people. How often do you keep up with news from any source about City Council, the Mayor, the School Board, or other local-government bodies? Would you say frequently, sometimes, seldom, or never? Civic participation is enhanced when the community has an informed citizenry. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance Source Link

100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year

Percent who respond "frequently"

2005

47%

2006

52%

2007

52%

2008

58%

2009

62%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 11 g

MAINTAINING RESPONSIVE GOVERNMENT Additional Indicators Indicator

Voter Registration

Description

The total number of registered voters, divided by the total population 18 and over. During years with a general election, the number of registered voters is measured when the roll is closed before that election. During a year without a general election, the number is measured on the last day of the year. Registering to vote is one of the first steps in civic participation. Supervisor of Elections http://election.dos.state.fl.us/

Importance Source Link

100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

Percent Registered to Vote 80.8% 81.3% 81.3% 78.9% 78.2%

People registered to vote 521,636 537,462 546,733 536,588 535,431

Population 18 and over 645,484 661,007 672,193 679,737 684,382

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 11 h

MAINTAINING RESPONSIVE GOVERNMENT Additional Indicators Indicator

Survey: Satisfaction with Public Safety Services

Description

The percentage of Duval County survey respondents who answered "somewhat satisfied" or "very satisfied" to the question: As you think about the effectiveness of public services provided by the City of Jacksonville, how satisfied are you with public-safety services such as rescue, fire, and police? Would you say that you are very satisfied, somewhat satisfied, not very satisfied, or not at all satisfied? In public safety, important goals are to reduce the fear of crime and to increase security and confidence in fire and rescue services. Public satisfaction is a measure of the perceived quality of the services provided and the community's trust in those services. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance

Source Link

Very satisfied

100%

Somewhat satisfied

80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year

Somewhat satisfied

Very satisfied

Combined total

2005

43%

45%

88%

2006

40%

45%

85%

2007

45%

43%

87%

2008

47%

39%

86%

2009

46%

42%

88%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 11 i

MAINTAINING RESPONSIVE GOVERNMENT Additional Indicators Indicator

Duval County survey: Can you name two City Council members?

Description

The percentage of Duval County survey respondents who could name two City Council members in response to the question: Can you name two members of the Jacksonville City Council? (Responses are checked for at least last-name accuracy.) Civic engagement is enhanced to the extent that citizens know which local elected officials are making decisions on their behalf. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance Source Link

100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year

Named two Council members

2005

15%

2006

13%

2007

15%

2008

27%

2009

33%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 11 j

MAINTAINING RESPONSIVE GOVERNMENT Additional Indicators Indicator

Survey: Elected Leadership is "Good" or "Excellent"

Description

The percentage of people who respond "excellent" or "good" to the survey question: First, we would like you to turn your attention to the government of Jacksonville. In your opinion, is the quality of leadership in our local government excellent, good, fair, or poor? The effectiveness of local government often relies on the quality of elected leadership. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance Source Link

100% 80%

Excellent Good

60% 40% 20% 0%

Year

Excellent

Good

Combined

2005

51%

59%

2006

45%

54%

2007

37%

41%

2008

38%

44%

2009

34%

37%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 11 k

MAINTAINING RESPONSIVE GOVERNMENT Additional Indicators Indicator

Survey: School Board Leadership is "Good" or "Excellent"

Description

The percentage of people who respond "excellent" or "good" to the survey question: In your opinion, is the quality of elected leadership on the Duval County School Board excellent, good, fair, or poor? The effectiveness of the public education system often relies on the quality of its leadership. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance Source Link

100% 80%

Excellent Good

60% 40% 20% 0%

Year

Good

Excellent

Combined

2005

31%

33%

2006

28%

32%

2007

21%

23%

2008

28%

31%

2009

28%

30%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 11 l

M O V I N G

COMMUTING IS FAST

AND

GETTING SAFER FOR LOCAL RESIDENTS

Our Vision for Moving Around Efficiently and Safely: Citizens in the region have access to affordable, convenient, and accessible transportation services with the capacity to convey them around the community and around the world to their chosen destinations at their chosen times efficiently and safely.

How are we doing?

A R O U N D E F F I C I E N T L Y

GOOD NEWS: Bus ridership is increasing, and two-thirds of those who live in Duval County can get to work in 25 minutes or less. (The indicator does not include those who live in other counties in the region but work in Duval County.) Fewer accidents on the roadways make transportation safer.

NEEDS

IMPROVEMENT: Miles of bus service have been decreasing for the past five years. While bus ridership has increased in the past year, ridership per 1,000 residents remains below what it was in 2005 and 2006. With the economic slowdown, passenger traffic in the airport has declined slightly, but the total number of passengers is still the second highest level recorded, behind 2007.

Key transportation indicators: Commute Times 25 Minutes or Less

Bus Ridership per 1,000

DUVAL COUNTY: 67%

DUVAL COUNTY: 42

100%

16 to 25 min. 0 to 15 min.

80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Source: American Public Dialogue

Source: Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA)

Supporting indicators:

& S A F E L Y

Airport Passengers (millions)

Previous 6.3

Latest 6.0

Change - 0.3

JTA Miles of Service

33,680

33,019

- 661

17.1

16.3

- 0.8

Motor Vehicle Accidents per 1,000

More details on these and other indicators can be found at www.jcci.org or on the CD on the back cover.

Championed by North Florida TPO â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tracking our progress in providing efficient transportation is critical as our community focuses on smart growth, and its expanding roles as a regional, national and worldwide logistics hub.â&#x20AC;? ~ Denise Bunnewith, Executive Director JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 12

MOVING AROUND EFFICIENTLY AND SAFELY Key Indicator Indicator

Percent Commute Times of 25 minutes or Less

Description

The indicator measures the number of people surveyed reporting a commuting time of 25 minutes or less, divided by the total number of working people surveyed, to report the percentage of working people surveyed with commute times of 25 minutes or less. Commuting times affect personal well-being, employment growth, public-safety services, and motor-fuel consumption. Time lost in commuting is not available for activities to enhance one's quality of life, and extended commute times can be emotionally stressful. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance

Source Link

100%

16 to 25 Minutes 0 to 15 Minutes

80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

0 to 15 min. 32% 42% 41% 35% 38%

16 to 25 min. 29% 26% 28% 32% 29%

Total (0 to 25 minutes) 61% 68% 69% 67% 67%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 12 a

MOVING AROUND EFFICIENTLY AND SAFELY Key Indicator Indicator

Average weekday JTA bus ridership per 1,000 people

Description

The indicator measures the annual average number of Jacksonville Transportation Authority bus riders on weekdays per 1,000 people in the Duval County population. Mass transit serves at least two important functions in a community: a more ecologically efficient form of transportation for those that choose to use it, and a necessary form of transportation for those who do not own a personal vehicle. The quality of the mass transit system in a community adds to its ability to support a thriving population and attract/retain an employment base. Jacksonville Transportation Authority www.jtaonthemove.com

Importance

Source Link

80 60 40 20 0

Year

Avg. Weekday Ridership

Population

Avg. Ridership per 1,000 Population

2005

37,999

861,150

2006

39,708

884,004

2007

33,680

897,008

2008

37,863

904,971

2009

35,068

911,236

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 12 b

MOVING AROUND EFFICIENTLY AND SAFELY Supporting Indicator Indicator

Total passengers flying in or out of Jacksonville International Airport

Description

The indicator measures the total number of passengers who enplaned on or deplaned from a commercial airline flight at the Jacksonville International Airport during each year. A key measure of the functionality of the air transportation system is not just its connectedness (destinations served) or capacity (seats available) but its use. The total passenger traffic shows how the air transportation is used. Jacksonville Airport Authority http://www.jaa.aero/General/Default.aspx

Source Link

6 (millions)

Importance

Year

Total Passengers (in millions)

2005

5.7

2006

5.9

2007

6.3

2008

6.0

2009

5.6

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 12 c

MOVING AROUND EFFICIENTLY AND SAFELY Supporting Indicator Indicator

Average weekday miles of JTA bus service

Description

The indicator measures the total JTA bus miles during all weekdays in the year, divided by the total weekdays in the year, to report the average weekday miles of JTA bus service. Effective mass transit takes people from where they are to where they want to go. In communities that are geographically spread out, increased miles of bus service may point to increased availability of bus service options. Jacksonville Transportation Authority www.jtaonthemove.com

Importance

Source Link

40,000

30,000

20,000

10,000

Year

Average Weekday Miles of JTA Bus Service

2005

34,041

2006

34,366

2007

33,680

2008

33,019

2009

29,632

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 12 d

MOVING AROUND EFFICIENTLY AND SAFELY Supporting Indicator Indicator

Motor Vehicle Accidents per 1,000 People

Description

The indicator measures the total annual motor-vehicle accidents per 1,000 people in the population. Getting around safely is an important part of the quality of life. Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles annual report on Florida Traffic Crash Facts http://www.hsmv.state.fl.us/reports/crash_facts.html

Importance Source Link

Year 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008

Accidents per 1,000 people in Duval County 16.8 18.3 17.6 17.1 16.3

Total Accidents 14,116 15,761 15,440 15,348 14,771

Duval County population 840,474 861,150 879,235 897,008 904,971

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 12 e

MOVING AROUND EFFICIENTLY AND SAFELY Additional Indicators Indicator

Percent of JTA Bus Headways within 30 Minutes during Peak Hours/60 minutes during NonPeak Hours.

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of Jacksonville Transportation Authority bus headways that are within 30 minutes for peak-hour routes and 60 minutes for nonpeak hour routes. Peak hours are from 6:45 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. Headway is the number of minutes between the time buses come by a scheduled route. Effective mass transit is available for people at the times that they need to travel. Reducing bus headways increases the responsiveness of the system to the travel needs of the riders. Jacksonville Transportation Authority www.jtaonthemove.com

Importance

Source Link

100%

60 minutes

30 minutes

80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year

Headways Within 30 Minutes

Headways Within 60 Minutes

2005

63%

93%

2006

62%

93%

2007

60%

92%

2008

63%

92%

2009

58%

90%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 12 f

MOVING AROUND EFFICIENTLY AND SAFELY Additional Indicators Indicator

Average weekday ridership on the Skyway

Description

The indicator measures the total annual number of weekday riders on the Skyway, divided by the total weekdays in the year. The Skyway (previously known as the Automated Skyway Express or ASE) is a raised, automated, 2.5 mile monorail system that operates small transit vehicles on routes that center on downtown Jacksonville and reach out to the edges of the downtown area. The Skyway was intended to provide an opportunity for downtown commuters to get where they need to be while reducing the need for downtown parking. Jacksonville Transportation Authority www.jtaonthemove.com

Importance Source Link

5,000 4,000 3,000 2,000 1,000 0

Year

Skyway Weekday Ridership

2005

2,423

2006

2,474

2007

2,277

2008

1,978

2009

1,763

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 12 g

MOVING AROUND EFFICIENTLY AND SAFELY Additional Indicators Indicator

Destinations served by nonstop flights from JIA

Description

The indicator measures the total nonstop destinations served by scheduled commercial flights to and from Jacksonville International Airport during May each year. The number of nonstop destinations available provides accessibility in air travel destinations and enhances the attractiveness of the city for business growth. Jacksonville Airport Authority http://www.jaa.aero/General/Default.aspx

Importance Source Link

50 40 30 20 10 0

Year

Destinations served by direct flight (one-stop or non-stop)

Destinations served by nonstop flights (displayed on chart)

2005

2006

2007

2008

2009

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 12 h

MOVING AROUND EFFICIENTLY AND SAFELY Additional Indicators Indicator

Average seats on flights through Jacksonville International Airport

Description

The indicator measures the total number of seats available to be sold each day on all departures of scheduled commercial flights from JIA during May each year. The number of seats on arriving flights is the same. The number of seats available for air transportation is a measure of the capacity of the air transit system to meet the needs of the community for business travel, tourism, and the personal needs of residents. Jacksonville Airport Authority http://www.jaa.aero/General/Default.aspx

Importance

Source Link

15,000 13,000 11,000 9,000 7,000 5,000

Year

Available seats

2005

10,903

2006

11,096

2007

11,910

2008

11,919

2009

10,335

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 12 i

CRIME IS DOWN AND MORE PEOPLE FEEL SAFE Our Vision for Keeping the Community Safe: Public-safety agencies in the region provide rescue, fire, and law-enforcement services with excellence, and citizens generally experience a low level of crime and a high level of personal safety.

How are we doing? GOOD

NEWS:

The good news is that the murder rate is lower and violent crimes are down. Fewer people report being a victim of crime, and more people report feeling safe in their neighborhoods. Child abuse rates are lower, as are the rates of youth adjudicated delinquent (found guilty of delinquent actions).

NEEDS

IMPROVEMENT:

The trend lines are better, but they are not good enough. Four out of ten people don’t feel safe in their own neighborhoods, and the murder rate still leads the state. While the good news is welcome, continued improvement is needed.

Key safety indicators: People Feel Safe In Their Neighborhoods DUVAL COUNTY: 60% YES

NON-VIOLENT: 5,509 12,000

80%

10,000

60%

8,000

40%

6,000

20%

4,000

Nonviolent

VIOLENT: 927 Violent

2,500 2,250 2,000 1,750 1,500 1,250 1,000 750 500

2,000 2 000

250 -

Source: American Public Dialogue

Source: Florida Department of Law Enforcement

Supporting indicators: People Reporting Being Victims of Crime Youth Adjudicated Delinquent Per 1,000 Youth Murder Rate Verified Child Abuse Reports Per 1,000

T H E

Index Crime Rate

100%

K E E P I N G

Previous 19%

Latest 17%

Change - 2%

5.5

4.7

- 0.8

13.9

12.8

- 1.1

8.5

7.6

- 0.9

More details on these and other indicators can be found at www.jcci.org or on the CD on the back cover.

Championed by CSX Corporation “We as a community must be dedicated to achieving a vision where all citizens live with the peace of mind that their neighborhoods, workplaces, streets and schools are safe and their families secure.” ~ Michael Ward, Chairman, President & CEO JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 13

C O M M U N I T Y S A F E

KEEPING THE COMMUNITY SAFE Key Indicator Indicator

Percent Who Feel Safe in Their Neighborhood

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of respondents who answered "yes" to the question: Do you feel safe walking alone at night in your neighborhood? The perception of safety, which may or may not correlate with actual safety or the reported crime rate, is critical to one's quality of life in the community. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance Source Link

100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year

Percent answering "yes"

2005

63%

2006

58%

2007

58%

2008

50%

2009

60%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 13 a

KEEPING THE COMMUNITY SAFE Key Indicator Indicator

Total Index Crime Rate

Description

The indicator measures the total reported Index Crimes per 100,000 people in the county. Crime directly impacts the quality of life of those who are victims and their family members, as well as those who witness the crime. Crime also affects the entire community, at both a neighborhood level and as a region, by impacting the desirability of the community as a place to live, the suitability as a place to locate business and employment centers, the value of housing, and the physical health of people living in the area. Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Division of Criminal Justice Information Systems, Uniform Crime Reports http://www.fdle.state.fl.us

Importance

Source Link

Nonviolent

12,000

Violent

2,500 2,250

10,000

2,000 1,750

8,000

1,500 6,000

1,250 1,000

4,000

750 500

2,000

250 -

Year

Violent crime rate

Nonviolent crime rate

Total index crime rate

2005

808

5,390

6,198

2006

805

5,277

6,082

2007

956

5,458

6,413

2008

927

5,509

6,436

2009

801

5,013

5,814

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 13 b

KEEPING THE COMMUNITY SAFE Supporting Indicator Indicator

Percent Reporting Being Crime Victims

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of respondents who answered "yes" to the question: During the last year, have you had money or property stolen, property vandalized, home broken into, car stolen, or personal assault or attack? Crime directly impacts the quality of life of those who are victims and their family members, as well as those who witness the crime. Crime also affects the entire community, at both a neighborhood level and as a region, by impacting the desirability of the community as a place to live, the suitability as a place to locate business and employment centers, the value of housing, and the physical health of people living in the area. Telephone survey by American Public Dialogue http://www.publicdialogue.com/

Importance

Source Link

50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%

Year

Percent answering "yes"

2005

21%

2006

20%

2007

18%

2008

19%

2009

17%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 13 c

KEEPING THE COMMUNITY SAFE Supporting Indicator Indicator

Youth Adjudicated Delinquent per 1,000 Youth

Description

The indicator measures the number of youth adjudicated delinquent per 1,000 youth ages 10 to 17. Juvenile delinquents are youths adjudicated to have committed a delinquent act. This is equivalent to adults being found guilty or criminal acts. People who commit crimes while young are at higher risk for criminal activity as adults, impacting their quality of life, that of their families, and that of the whole community. Florida Department of Juvenile Justice http://www.djj.state.fl.us/Research/Delinquency_Profile/index.html

Importance

Source Link

Duval NE Florida

8 6 4 2 0

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

2004

6.0

4.4

6.6

7.5

2.5

5.9

2005

2.8

3.3

7.9

7.8

2.1

6.4

2006

3.2

2.1

6.7

7.6

2.9

5.5

2007

3.4

2.0

5.5

7.0

2.3

4.6

2008

2.4

2.7

4.7

5.7

1.7

4.1

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 13 d

KEEPING THE COMMUNITY SAFE Supporting Indicator Indicator

Murder Rate

Description Importance

The indicator measures the total murders per 100,000 people in the county. Murder impacts the individual as well as the individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family and friends, with long-term serious consequences. The murder rate represents the most serious impacts of crime in a community. Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Division of Criminal Justice Information Systems, Uniform Crime Reports http://www.fdle.state.fl.us

Source Link

30.0 25.0 20.0 15.0 10.0 5.0 0.0

Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

Murders 96 115 125 116 101

Population 861,150 879,235 897,597 904,971 900,518

Jacksonville Murder Rate 11.1 13.1 13.9 12.8 11.2

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 13 e

KEEPING THE COMMUNITY SAFE Supporting Indicator Indicator

Verified Child Abuse Reports per 1,000 Children

Description

The indicator measures the total annual Northeast Florida verified reports to the Department of Children and Families of child abuse or neglect per 1,000 children under 18. Children who have been abused or neglected may experience long-term psychological, emotional and behavioral consequences. Victims of abuse are also at higher risk of abusing their own children when they become parents. Florida Department of Children and Families http://www.state.fl.us/cf_web/

Importance

Source Link

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

2004

11.2

12.1

8.7

8.4

9.0

9.5

2005

15.7

11.5

8.4

9.0

10.3

9.4

2006

21.6

14.1

8.2

8.6

9.4

9.5

2007

15.0

14.6

8.5

8.4

7.5

9.4

2008

10.7

11.4

7.6

6.9

6.2

8.0

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 13 f

KEEPING THE COMMUNITY SAFE Additional Indicators Indicator

Average Police-Call Response Times

Description

The indicator measures the average response time for "priority-one" police calls in Duval County. Definition: A "Priority One" call is used only when life threatening or serious personal injury has occurred or the threat of life threatening or serious personal injury exists. This call requires the presence of a police officer at the scene as quickly as possible. Any situation or event that has placed individuals in imminent physical danger is dispatched as a Priority One call. (Emergency/Life Threatening) The speed at which the police respond to a priority-one call may save a life. City of Jacksonville, Office of the Sheriff http://www.coj.net/Departments/Sheriffs+Office/Default.htm

Importance Source Link

2004

2005

2006

2007

2008

Minutes

8 6 4 2 0 1

Citywide

Zones Year 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008

Zone 1 5.73 5.40 5.32 5.30 5.23

Zone 2 7.13 7.23 6.98 6.87 7.01

Zone 3 7.45 7.62 7.62 7.54 6.96

Zone 4 7.76 8.29 7.83 7.72 7.69

Zone 5 6.91 7.54 7.17 6.64 6.49

Zone 6 7.61 7.41 7.49 7.44 7.50

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 13 g

Citywide 7.13 7.34 7.14 6.99 6.85

KEEPING THE COMMUNITY SAFE Additional Indicators Indicator

Rescue-Call Response Times Under 4 Minutes

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of rescue responses that arrive in under four minutes. Response times in Jacksonville are affected by the large geographic area of the county. Response times in outlying, rural areas tend to be longer than those in more densely populated areas. Rescue-call response times vary among the Planning Districts in Duval County, primarily because of differing densities of population and development. This indicator includes Atlantic Beach, Baldwin, Jacksonville Beach, and Neptune Beach. Response time is defined as the number of minutes from the time adequate information has been received and given to the dispatcher to the time when the first piece of equipment arrives on the scene. The speed at which a rescue team arrives may be critical to save a life. City of Jacksonville, Fire and Rescue Department http://www.coj.net/Departments/Fire+and+Rescue/default.htm

Importance Source Link

100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008

Greater Arlington (2) 28.2%

North (6) 28.6%

Northwest (5) 44.7%

Southeast (3) 34.3%

Southwest (4) 34.7%

Urban Core (1) 78.8%

30.9% 28.0% 26.2%

28.0% 25.3% 24.1%

47.2% 42.6% 41.9%

35.2% 34.3% 32.5%

34.7% 33.7% 31.6%

82.6% 79.8% 77.1%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 13 h

Duval County 42.0% 43.8% 43.7% 39.8% 39.4%

KEEPING THE COMMUNITY SAFE Additional Indicators Indicator

Fire-Call Response Times Under 4 Minutes

Description

The indicator measures the percentage of fire-call responses that arrive in under four minutes. Response times in Jacksonville are affected by the large geographic area of the city. Fire-call response times vary among the Planning Districts in Duval County, primarily because of differing densities of population and development. Response times in outlying, rural areas tend to be longer than those in more densely populated areas. Response time is defined as the number of minutes from the time adequate information has been received and given to the dispatcher to the time when the first piece of equipment arrives on the scene. The indicator excludes Jacksonville Beach, but includes Atlantic Beach, Baldwin, and Neptune Beach. The speed at which a fire response team arrives may affect the damage a fire causes. City of Jacksonville, Fire and Rescue Department http://www.coj.net/Departments/Fire+and+Rescue/default.htm

Importance Source Link

100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0%

Year 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008

Greater Arlington (2) 24.6%

North (6) 26.4%

Northwes t (5) 41.2%

Southeas t (3) 30.0%

Southwest (4) 32.0%

Urban Core (1) 74.5%

31.1% 30.7% 27.3%

28.4% 26.7% 24.2%

47.0% 44.0% 41.1%

33.1% 31.3% 31.5%

34.0% 33.3% 30.2%

82.6% 81.5% 76.6%

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 13 i

Duval County 36.6% 41.2% 41.4% 39.0% 37.2%

KEEPING THE COMMUNITY SAFE Additional Indicators Indicator

Juvenile Alcohol/Drug Arrests per 1,000 Youth

Description

The indicator measures the total number of arrests of juveniles on drug or alcohol charges per 1,000 youth ages 10 through 17. Substance abuse, including alcohol abuse, is illegal for youth. It contributes to increased physical and mental-health risks that may prevent youth from reaching their full potential, and can have adverse impacts on the neighborhoods and communities they live in. Florida Department of Juvenile Justice http://www.djj.state.fl.us/Research/Delinquency_Profile/index.html

Importance

Source Link

16.0

Duval NE Florida

12.0 8.0 4.0 0.0

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

2004

9.1

7.0

9.7

11.1

2.5

8.5

2005

9.5

6.4

6.8

10.4

5.1

6.8

2006

7.1

7.6

6.1

8.2

7.7

6.6

2007

7.5

6.9

5.3

5.4

5.8

5.7

2008

2.4

8.0

5.8

6.5

6.2

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 13 j

KEEPING THE COMMUNITY SAFE Additional Indicators Indicator

Domestic Violence Crime Reports

Description

The indicator measures the total number of reports of domestic-violence-related crimes in Northeast Florida. Domestic violence hurts both victims and their families. The long-term effects of experiencing or witnessing domestic violence may include serious and permanent emotional and psychological damage, negatively impacting an individual's health, education, employment, and overall quality of life. Florida Department of Law Enforcement http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/Content/FSAC/Data---Statistics-(1)/UCR-OffenseData/County-Profiles.aspx

Importance

Source Link

14,000

12,000

10,000

8,000

6,000

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

2004

865

7,148

418

1,145

9,672

2005

111

1,197

6,961

388

1,004

9,661

2006

1,156

6,832

223

772

9,056

2007

1,176

7,151

373

655

9,439

2008

1,207

7,170

376

690

9,515

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 13 k

KEEPING THE COMMUNITY SAFE Additional Indicators Indicator

Domestic Violence-related Homicides

Description

The indicator measures the total number of homicides related to domestic violence. Domestic violence hurts both victims and their families. The long-term disruptive effects of domestic-violence-related homicide may be felt for generations. Florida Department of Law Enforcement http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/CitResCtr/Domestic_Violence/index.html

Importance Source Link

20 15 10 5 0

Year

Deaths

2004

2005

2006

2007

2008

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 13 l

KEEPING THE COMMUNITY SAFE Additional Indicators Indicator

Violent Deaths per 10,000 Youth

Description

The indicator measures the total annual number of youth 10 through 19 years old who die as a result of homicide, suicide, or accident, per 10,000 youth. When youth die from violent causes, many of them motor-vehicle accidents, they may be victims of the community's failure to offer needed assistance when youth are in crisis. Florida Department of Health, Office of Vital Statistics http://www.floridacharts.com/charts/chart.aspx

Importance

Source Link

8.0

Duval NE Florida

6.0

4.0

2.0

0.0

Year

Baker

Clay

Duval

Nassau

St. Johns

Northeast Florida

2004

0.0

1.9

3.2

10.2

6.8

3.7

2005

5.6

3.6

4.0

4.3

3.7

3.9

2006

0.0

2.1

3.2

2.1

2.2

2.8

2007

13.5

1.4

3.1

6.4

3.4

3.3

2008

8.1

2.4

3.2

4.2

2.9

3.2

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 13 m

2 0 0 9 I N D I C ATO R I N D E X The Quality of Life Progress Report At A Glance Indicator (Year)

Data Trend Indicator (Year)

Achieving Educational Excellence

Data Trend

Preserving the Natural Environment

Key Indicators:

Public high school graduation rate (2008-09)

69.6%

Days the Air Quality Index is “good” (2008)

312

Kindergarten Readiness (2008-09)

85.5%

Average daily water consumption (gallons) (2008)

187

Supporting Indicators:

Third graders reading at grade level (2008-09)

68%

Streams meeting dissolved oxygen standards (2008)

69%

Tenth graders reading at grade level (2008-09)

34%

Streams meeting bacteria standards (2008)

73%

Students absent 21+ days (2007-08) [Middle school] School Safety Incidents per 1,000 Students (2008-09) Higher education degrees awarded (2007-08)

15.1% 52.0 7,847

Additional Indicators:

Residential recycling (pounds per person) (2009) Acres of conservation/preservation land (2009) Gallons of motor fuels sold per person (2008)

637

New septic-tank permits issued (2008)

425

90.5%

Tenth graders at grade level in math (2008-09)

64%

Promoting Social Wellbeing and Harmony

Students attending racially-diverse schools (2008-09)

58%

Key Indicators:

Public high school dropout rate (2008-09)

4.8%

Is racism a local problem? (2009)

HS graduates prepared for college: Reading (2008)

76.6%

Births to single mothers (2008)

HS graduates prepared for college: Math (2008)

68.4%

Supporting Indicators:

Satisfaction with public education (2009)

32%

Do you volunteer? (2009)

Exceptional students receive diplomas (2007-08)

22%

Philanthropy given to federated campaigns (2008)

Total employment (2008)

456,448

Unemployment rate (2008)

6.1%

Per capita income (2007)

$39,749

Supporting Indicators: Adults with bachelor’s degrees or higher (2008) Households paying >30% for housing (2008) Total taxable value of real property (2008)

24.6% 39% $61.07

JAXPORT tonnage (millions) (2009)

7.3

Bed tax and sales tax collections (millions) (2008)

$130.7

Additional Indicators: Recipients of public assistance: TANF (2009)

5,212

Recipients of public assistance: Food Stamps (2009)

102,460

Average monthly household JEA utilities costs (2008)

$171.16

Average annual wage (2008) Unemployment benefit claims (2008)

55% 48.2% 64% $26.0

Foster children per 1,000 children (2009)

4.2

Homeless count per 100,000 people (2009)

356

Additional Indicators:

Key Indicators:

New housing starts (2008)

84,779

Additional Indicators:

Public school first grade promotions (2007-08)

Growing a Vibrant Economy

3,765 $43,715 53,058

Have you personally experienced racism? (2009)

19%

Volunteer more than 7 hours per week? (2009)

25%

Births to teen mothers per 1,000 teens (2008)

8.8

Subsequent births to teen mothers (2008)

17.9%

Birth to mothers with 12 years education (2008)

81.7%

Children of divorcing parents (2008)

2,637

Foster care children reunited within 12 months (2009)

70.9%

Foster care children adopted within 24 months (2009)

68.5%

Enjoying Arts, Culture, and Recreation Key Indicators: Public and private arts support per person (2008) Public performances and events (2008)

$32.75 501

Supporting Indicators: Musical performances attendance per 1,000 (2008)

275

Museum attendance per 1,000 people (2008)

392

Zoo attendance per 1,000 people (2008)

779

Attendance at sports events per 100,000 (2008) Park expenditures for activities/maintenance (2008) Library circulation per person (2009)

JCCI 2009 Quality of Life Progress Report, page 14

1,271 $16.45 10.08

2 0 0 9 I N D I C ATO R I N D E X The Quality of Life Progress Report At A Glance Indicator (Year)

Data Trend Indicator (Year)

Sustaining a Healthy Community

Moving Around Efficiently and Safely

Key Indicators:

Infant mortality rate per 1,000 (2008) White (2008) Black (2008) People without health insurance (2008)

Data Trend

9.7

Commute times of 25 minutes or less (2009)

7.1

Average weekday JTA bus ridership per 1,000 (2008)

13.9

Supporting Indicators:

17%

Total JIA passengers (millions) (2008) Average weekday miles of JTA bus service (2008)

Supporting Indicators: Cancer deaths per 100,000 people (2008)

181.3

New HIV cases (2008)

379

White (2008)

Black (2008)

264

Motor vehicle accidents per 1,000 people (2008) JTA bus headways within 30/60 minutes (2008) Average weekday Skyway ridership (2008) Nonstop flights destinations at JIA (2008)

976.3

Suicide rates per 100,000 people (2008)

14.9

Average available seats on airplane flights (2009)

13.0

Keeping the Community Safe

Youth (10-19) (2008)

2.4

Additional Indicators:

People feel safe in their neighborhood (2009) 71.2%

Index crimes per 100,000 people (2008)

Newborns with healthy birthweights (2008)

90.7%

Supporting Indicators:

Seniors feel safe in their neighborhoods (2009)

55%

People report being victims of a crime (2009)

HIV/AIDS-related deaths per 100,000 (2008)

10.8

Juvenile delinquents per 1,000 youth (2008)

Lung cancer deaths per 100,000 people (2008) Heart disease deaths per 100,000 people (2008) Local health care seen as good or excellent (2009)

57.1 172.5 74%

6.0 33,019 16.3 63%/92% 1,978 33 10,335

Key Indicators:

Early prenatal care (2008)

Packs of cigarettes sold per person (2009)

Additional Indicators:

STD reports per 100,000 people (2008) Seniors (65 and older) (2008)

67%

Murder rate (2008) Child abuse reports per 1,000 children (2008)

60% 6,436 17% 4.7 12.8 7.6

Additional Indicators: Police-call response times (2008)

6.85

Maintaining Responsive Government

Rescue-call response times under four minutes (2008)

39.4%

Key Indicators:

Fire-call response times under four minutes (2008)

37.2%

Voter turnout (2008)

78%

Juvenile alcohol/drug arrests per 1,000 youth (2008)

Satisfaction with basic city services (2009)

83%

Domestic violence crime reports (2008) Domestic-violence-related homicides (2008)

Supporting Indicators: Racial diversity of elected officials (2009)

26%

Gender diversity of elected officials (2009)

26%

Neighborhood organizations (2009)

591

Can you influence local government? (2009)

25%

Keeping up with local government news (2009)

62%

Additional Indicators: Voter registration (2008)

78%

Satisfaction with public-safety services (2009)

88%

Can you name two City Council members? (2009)

33%

Elected leadership rated as high quality (2009)

37%

School Board leadership rated as high quality (2009)

30%

Violent deaths per 10,000 youth (2008)

5.8 7,170 8 3.2

Legend: The arrows display the trend direction over the previous year (up, down, or unchanged) Red arrows mean that the trend was in a negative direction. Green arrows mean that the trend was in a positive direction. Yellow arrows mean that the trend was unchanged. For a few select indicators, a Red Flag signifies a trend that is not easily classified but bears watching.

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ABOUT JCCI Jacksonville Community Council Inc. (JCCI) was created in 1975 with the goal of improving the quality of life in Jacksonville through informed citizen participation in public affairs. JCCI is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, broadbased civic organization. It involves citizens in community issues through open dialogue, impartial research, consensus building, and leadership development. JCCI has been called Jacksonville's "citizen think-and-do tank." This is the place where community-minded people get together to explore issues of community importance, identify problems, discover solutions, and advocate for positive change. All are welcome to participate – every voice is needed and every thought matters. JCCI receives funding from United Way of Northeast Florida, the City of Jacksonville, grants, corporations, and individual members. JCCI membership is open to all interested in building a better community. For more information about JCCI and how you can get involved or to donate to JCCI, visit www.jcci.org.

2009 - 2010 Board of Directors President Christine C. Arab President–elect William C. Mason III Secretary/Treasurer John Hirabayashi Immediate Past President A. Quinton White Jr. Vice Presidents David D. Balz Vickie Cavey Patricia Hogan Allison Korman Juliette Woodruff Mason

JCCI Forward Development Adrienne Conrad Board of Directors Lee R. Brown III Rena Coughlin Lad Daniels Wyman R. Duggan Micheal Edwards Betsy Fallon Allan T. Geiger Rocelia Gonzalez Broderick Green Mark Griffin Marcus Haile

Helen D. Jackson Walter Jewett Crystal Jones Stephen Lee Joshua B. Lief Jeanne M. Miller Suzanne Montgomery Lisa V. Moore Ronald E. Natherson Jr. Paul I. Perez Mario Rubio Dorcas G. Tanner Susan Towler Claudette Williams

Staff Charles R. “Skip” Cramer Executive Director Ben Warner Deputy Director

Chandra Echols, Executive Assistant Earlene Hostutler, Administrative Director Laura Lane, Research Director Cheryl Murphy, Community Outreach Director

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Lashun Parker, Program Manager Steve Rankin, Director of Implementations & Special Projects Michelle Simkulet, Finance Director & Director of JCCI Forward

Community Works is the consulting arm of JCCI. We have 35 years of experience in engaging residents to build better communities, and have been working with individuals and organizations around the world for the past 15 years to replicate our success. In order to better serve you, we've launched a website to share the transformative power of people coming together to create a better future. Please go to www.communityworks.us.com to see how our Consulting, Community Engagement, or Indicators work might be part of your model for sustainable change.

An overview of the work of JCCI and the complete Quality of Life Progress Report Reference Document are available on this CD. .

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