Weekly City Update: April 7, 2025
City of Jackson Unveils Plan for New Amphitheater at Livingston Park
In an effort to revitalize the Jackson Zoo, the City of Jackson presented plans for a new amphitheater at the Jackson Zoo’s Livingston Park on Monday, April 7. Smallwood, Reynolds, Stewart & Associates, Inc. designed the project. It includes a performance space, wetland, and pedestrian walkways. Construction is projected to begin in July 2025, with an anticipated completion date of December 2025.
City of Jackson Roll-Off Dumpster Day Slated for April 12
The City of Jackson’s next Roll-Off Dumpster Day is scheduled for Saturday, April 12 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Metrocenter Mall (old Dillard’s parking lot).
Residents may bring all household furniture, small appliances and accessories for disposal; however, tires, chemicals, and gas tanks are NOT ACCEPTED. Participants are required to place debris inside the dumpster provided at the location. DO NOT leave debris at the location if the dumpster is not available.
City businesses and residents living outside the city limits of Jackson are not eligible to participate. Proof of residency may be required. For more information about Roll-Off Dumpster Day and other Solid Waste programs, contact the City of Jackson at 601-960-0000 or visit the website at http://www.jacksonms.gov/.
City of Jackson Real Estate Development Academy
The City of Jackson has launched its Real Estate Development Academy, an initiative to equip emerging real estate developers with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to complete development projects to revitalize and strengthen Jackson’s communities.
The program will offer comprehensive, hands-on training in concept creation, land acquisition, financing, construction, project completion, and other key aspects of real estate development. Participants will work with mentors and professional networks to prepare for complex projects that foster equitable and sustainable growth in underinvested and mixed-income neighborhoods.
Emerging developers interested in participating in the Real Estate Developer Academy can apply online at https://bit.ly/realestatedeveloperacademy. April 15, 2025, is the deadline to apply, and there is a $200 fee to participate in the program.
Selected participants will gain access to:
Expert-led training sessions covering all stages of real estate development
Mentorship and coaching from industry professionals
Networking opportunities with fellow developers and investors
Resources and support to launch and scale their projects
For more information on JXN’s Developers Academy, click here.
City of Jackson Solid Waste Division Right of Way Litter Pickup Schedule 2025
The City of Jackson Solid Waste Division has released its 2025 Right of Way Litter Pickup Schedule.
Association of South Jackson Neighborhoods Seeking Vendors for Annual South Jackson Parade & Festival
The Association of South Jackson Neighborhoods (ASJN) has started planning for this year’s South Jackson Parade & Festival, scheduled for April 12, 2025. If you want to participate, please make plans and mark the date on your calendar. Visit ASJN’s website at www.asjn.org to register. Click on "Community Events" and select "South Jackson Parade & Festival, April 12, 2025". The other forms are also available for the parade. If you need any other information, contact ASJN Vice President Johnny Byrd at 601.720.9965.
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