Jacksonville is gearing up for the latest cold snap.
City of Jacksonville Warming Centers will now be open through Monday, February 2nd. The Legends Center at 5130 Soutel Dr. will be open nightly from 9pm tp 9am for those needing a warm place to stay.
During normal business hours, all Jacksonville Public Libraries and COJ Community Centers are open and will serve as Warming Centers.
The city of Jacksonville’s non-profit partners are also providing cold weather sheter services to the homeless population. The shelters include:
City Rescue Mission, 234 W. State Street
• Sulzbacher Center:
611 East Adams Street for Men
5455 Springfield Boulevard for Women and Children
• Trinity Rescue Mission, 622 W. Union Street
The city is offering a free ride on any JTA fixed bus route to one of the city warming centers.
Just let the bus operator know you’re headed to a warming center.
The city reminds anyone utilizing the warming centers they are not a shelter you are urged to bring the following items:
- Air mattress, blankets, pillows, or other bedding
- Snacks (or money to utilize vending machines) and medication
- Games, toys, and books
- Hygiene, and comfort items
You can find more information at Jaxready.com/StayWarmJax.