Water and electricity were restored to America’s Best Inn on Dix Ellis Trail after power was cut earlier this week to the remaining residents, JEA said Friday afternoon.
The News4JAX newsroom has gotten calls from upset residents who say they have small children, newborn babies, relatives on oxygen and other medical devices who are suffering in the heat and still have nowhere to go
JEA on Friday morning issued the following statement to News4JAX on the power being cut to the complex “JEA is working to provide assistance to the motel residents and ensure their safety. We have contacted local homeless shelters and the City of Jacksonville seeking housing assistance and resources for the residents.
“JEA disconnected electric and water services following a request by the previous account holder. JEA is ready to establish reconnection of services once the property owner provides the necessary authorization.”The utility noted that residents facing eviction may secure temporary shelter services through City Rescue Mission and residents who have secured permanent housing may contact the city of Jacksonville’s Social Services Division for assistance at 904 255-3341.
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