Join us on January 8th at Seasons 52, 5096 Big Island Drive, for First Wednesday Lunch with the League with guest speaker Jimmy Peluso, Jacksonville City Council Member, who will discuss the Community Benefits Agreement.
Mr. Peluso graduated from The George Washington University with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and History. Upon graduation he completed training at Officer Candidate School in Newport, Rhode Island. Upon completing two sea tours, he was selected to teach Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) students at the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn). While teaching, he graduated with a master’s degree in Public Administration from UPenn. After resigning from active service, Jimmy moved back to Jacksonville, FL and began working in governmental affairs with the St. Johns River Water Management District. He was a registered lobbyist with the state of Florida, and was selected to serve in the emergency operations center (EOC) in Tallahassee during natural disasters. Since 2018, Jimmy has worked as a political consultant, and as a development manager.
Mr. Peluso has served on the Literacy Alliance of Northeast Florida’s Board of Directors, the Changing Homelessness Continuum of Care, and on the Memorial Park Association Board of Directors. Mr. Peluso currently serves in the US Navy Reserves, and holds the rank of Lieutenant Commander.
Doors open at 11:20 am and the event begins promptly at 11:30 am. Please plan to arrive early to allow time to speak with other members, our board members, and the guest speaker.
The menu includes a small Field Greens Salad, choice of entree (Chicken Caprese Sandwich, Avocado Toast, or Mahi Tacos), a Mini Indulgence Dessert and beverage (Coffee, Iced Tea, or Soft Drink), at a cost per person of $35.00 for members and their guests. Non-members who purchase tickets will pay a nominal convenience fee when purchasing tickets.
Tickets are available using the Register Now Button. Members and non-members are encouraged to attend. Members please "Log In" to pay the $35.00 member fee. You will be asked to prepay with a credit card and select a sandwich choice at registration. Tickets are non-refundable.
This is an in-person only event, it will not be available on Zoom. Seating is limited so register early!