Sec. 126.701. - Statement of policy and purpose.

It is the policy of the City of Jacksonville to procure American manufactured, assembled or produced goods whenever feasible and in the best interests of the City under this Chapter. The City Council finds that the economic welfare and security of its residents is of utmost concern to the City. Local and regional preferences can stimulate and sustain the local economy and thereby provide a public benefit. Likewise, a domestic preference policy which encourages the selection and utilization of American-made goods and products can similarly be a stimulus to the local and regional economy by encouraging the production, manufacture and assembly of products which would be suitable for use in American-made products. Therefore, it is hereby declared that the carrying out of the purposes of this Subpart by the City is deemed to be furthering a proper municipal purpose. (Ord. 2023-20-E , § 3)