Jacksonville City Council President Kevin Carrico requested Councilman Matt Carlucci's removal during a heated debate over DIA autonomy.

Incoming Jacksonville City Council President Kevin Carrico felt threatened by Councilman Matt Carlucci during a meeting about a bill affecting the Downtown Investment Authority (DIA). Carrico requested Carlucci's removal after a debate over the bill, which would allow the DIA to file legislation directly with the council, bypassing the Mayor's review, and require the CEO's confirmation by the council. Carlucci advocates for the DIA's independence in hiring and firing its CEO.