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Posted: 5:52 a.m. Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Mayoral candidates honor Ed Austin

By Rich Jones

Jacksonville, FL —

The tributes to former Jacksonville Mayor Ed Austin continue to pour in.

Both Mayoral candidates opened last night's debate expressing their condolences to Austin's family.

"Ed was a great man and a great Mayor and we'll miss him very much", said Mike Hogan.

"He was a true public servant.  He served his city with conviction and great leadership.  And we're gonna miss him", said Alvin Brown. 

Funeral arrangements are still being organized by Hardage Giddens Funeral Home.

Austin died over the weekend at the age of 84.

 
 
 

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