Sec. 307.101. - Declaration of public policy and purpose.

The City Council finds and declares as follows: (a) The City Council declares as a matter of public policy that the preservation, protection, enhancement, perpetuation and use of landmarks, landmark sites and historic districts is a public necessity because they have a special historic, architectural, archaeological, aesthetic or cultural interest and value and thus serve as visible reminders of the history and heritage of this City, State and nation. The City Council finds that this Chapter benefits the residents and property owners of Jacksonville and declares as a matter of public policy that this Chapter is required in the interest of the health, prosperity, safety, welfare and economic well-being of the people. (b) The purpose of this Chapter is to: (1) Effect and accomplish the preservation, enhancement, protection, perpetuation and use of landmarks, landmark sites and historic districts having a special historic, architectural, archaeological, aesthetic or cultural interest and value to this City, State and nation; (2) Safeguard the City's historic, aesthetic, and cultural heritage as embodied and reflected in such landmarks, landmark sites, and districts; (3) Promote the use of historic districts, landmarks, and landmark sites for the education, pleasure and welfare of the people of the City; (4) Foster civic pride in the value of notable accomplishments of the past; (5) Strengthen the economy of the City; (6) Protect and enhance the City's resources to residents, tourists and visitors and serve as a support and stimulus to business and industry; and (7) Enhance the visual and aesthetic character, diversity and interest of the City. (c) Urban Service Districts 2, 3, 4, and 5 will not be affected. (Ord. 90-706-486, § 3; Ord. 94-337-183, § 5)