The Special Committee on the Community Benefits Agreement 2.0 convened on August 27, 2025, to discuss the structure and responsibilities of HERO Inc., a nonprofit organization established to enhance community engagement in Jacksonville, Florida.

The meeting began with a detailed overview of HERO Inc.'s board of directors, which will consist of nine voting members. The committee outlined the appointment process: two members will be appointed by the council president and confirmed by the council, one by the mayor with council confirmation, and one current employee of the Jacksonville Jaguars, who will be selected by the team without requiring council approval.

The bylaws stipulate that the mayor and council president appointees will serve two-year terms, with the possibility for the committee to discuss extending these terms or increasing the number of terms served. Additionally, it was emphasized that HERO Inc. should aim to have the remaining five board members either reside in or have economic interests in the five neighborhoods that make up the East Side of Jacksonville.

The committee also discussed the representation of these neighborhoods, considering whether to allow two or three appointees from any single neighborhood to ensure diverse representation.

Furthermore, HERO Inc. was designated as the city's agent for determining and authorizing the allocation of annual budget appropriations for the program.

The meeting concluded with an invitation for questions and further discussion on the proposed structure and responsibilities of HERO Inc., highlighting the committee's commitment to refining the organization’s framework to best serve the community.