Councilman Sam Newby

Council Member Sam Newby is the Group 5 At -Large for Jacksonville, Florida. Samuel C. He was elected to the Jacksonville City Council in May 2015.

Newby is a native of Jacksonville, Florida whereas he completed William Marion Raines High School and later earned his under-graduate degree from Edward Waters College. Sam's professional focus has been dually served in both corporate leadership as well as, community based organizations. He has been actively involved with the community for over 30 years with multiple organizations. He was a highly

esteemed employee with PepsiCo for over 30 years, served as president of the Joseph E Lee Republican Club, chairman of the Johnson Family YMCA, chairman of the Republican Party of Duval County as well as the co-founder and chairman of the Florida Assembly of Black Republicans. A motivator and mentor, Sam coached recreation sports at the Johnson YMCA for several years and turned around the lives of several at risk youths, who have gone on to become successful business men and women. Over the years, Sam has focused on promoting the establishment and patronage of local business, driving education and advocating for safer streets. The experience that he has acquired has given him a greater understanding of what needs to be done to make Jacksonville a stronger city. The same experience defines his 6 point strategy for the city: safer communities, more job opportunities, fighting blight and neglect, improved infrastructure, quality neighborhood schools, and protecting at-risk youth. Sam serves on multiple boards and committees. He has been the recipient of several accolades for his work with youth, as well as, the community. More importantly he has a strong passion for the city and is familiar with the needs of all areas of town and is committed to moving the city to the next level. Through all of his accomplishments Sam is a humble man who takes pride in being a man that has strong relationship with God. He believes strongly in the significance of having a relationship with God, family, church and friends. Sam is a proud father of two and grandfather of three. Sam’s reputation precedes him as a loyal and compassionate citizen of Jacksonville, who will be a faithful servant and voice for the people of the city. Council Member Newby may be reached at (904) 630-1387 [email protected].

06/27/2023

Message from Councilman Sam Newby

First of all I would like to “Thank God”
and the citizens of Jacksonville for allowing me to serve on Jacksonville City Council for 8 years. It has been a pleasure and a true blessing to work for the betterment of our Community. This not goodbye but I will see you later!

Thank you again, it has truly been a honor.

Sam

05/07/2023

CM Sam Newby attends the 2023 River City Jr ESPY awards and is inducted as a
2023 River City Youth Sports
Hall of Famers .

04/14/2023

CM Sam Newby plays around of golf at the Nathaniel Glover 2nd Annual
Golf Tournament.

04/12/2023

CM Sam Newby attends the Groundbreaking for the new Chaffee Trail Middle school…. Results from the half-cent sales tax.

CM Sam Newby is CommUnity!

04/02/2023

CM Newby starts the race at the Chandra Cheeseborough Track Meet.

04/02/2023

CM Newby attends the Chandra Cheeseborough Track Meet.

04/01/2023

CM Sam Newby and Mrs. Sheila Newby attended the UNCF Mayors Masked Ball.

03/17/2023

EWU named its new Fitness & Wellness center “Samuel C Newby Fitness & Wellness Center.”

CM Sam Newby along with fellow Council members and the City of Jacksonville built this Fitness center to serve the local community as well as the EWU tigers.

03/11/2023

CM Sam Newby attends one of the First Coast premiere events, The Players Championship.

03/01/2023

CM Newby provides support to Ribault Boys Varsity Basketball Team…. Pictured with Caleb "Showtime" Williams and
Jean Ribault Senior High School Boys Varsity Regional 4A Champions!

02/14/2023

CM Sam Newby and Fellow members of Jacksonville City Council along with Mayor Lenny Curry attend the ribbon cutting ceremony for Sulzbacher Urban Bus Stop.

02/04/2023

CM Sam Newby along with CM Ju’Colby Pittman and Sheriff T.K. Waters attend Banner Laundromat opening!

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