Original article Posted By Florida Politics
Lights ... camera ... legislation.
Those who have been frustrated by the Jacksonville City Council’s streaming options have new ways to access telecasts.
It’s called Jax+, and it will allow viewers to access livestreams of committee and council meetings on the official city of Jacksonville YouTube channel, Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV.
The City Council hopes this makes people feel more connected to local government.
“Transparency and access to government are the foundation of a healthy democracy,” said Teresa Eichner, Public Information Officer for the City of Jacksonville City Council.
“By live-streaming Council meetings, we’re breaking down barriers to participation and inviting our community to take an active role in the legislative process. This is about ensuring every resident can stay informed, engaged and empowered.”
The City Council website will continue offering streaming and archived video as well.
“We are committed to making our government more accessible and transparent,” said City Council President Kevin Carrico.
“By live-streaming our meetings, we encourage residents to stay informed and engaged with the decisions that shape our community.”
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