Government + PoliticsGainesville launches free accessory dwelling unit plans, starts to build its own Seth Johnson Apr 30, 202511 commentsFree plans designed to lower barrier for ADU creation.
FeaturedNew GNV commission sworn in, speaks on goals Seth Johnson Jan 5, 20230 commentsCommissioners will hold first meeting Thursday afternoon.
FeaturedGNV’s 2022 zoning issue wrapped, plus next steps Seth Johnson Jan 2, 20232 commentsZoning item could return Jan. 5.
NewsTop local news stories of 2022 Seth Johnson, J.C. Derrick Dec 27, 20220 comments Year brings new storylines
Government + PoliticsCity commissioners hit BOCC on housing decision Camille Broadway Dec 16, 20220 commentsCity says it won’t finance a new location for affordable housing project.
Government + PoliticsPoe, Arreola, Hayes-Santos hold last GNV meeting Seth Johnson Dec 16, 20221 commentThree term-limited officials give their farewells.
NewsGNV finalizes commission raises, talks late bills Seth Johnson Dec 15, 20220 commentsGRU given financial authority to address labor shortage.
Government + PoliticsGainesville zoning hearings pushed back to 2023 Staff Reports Dec 12, 20220 commentsNew commission to take over in January.
Government + PoliticsGNV commission votes to raise salaries 91% Seth Johnson Dec 1, 20225 commentsCity also gives approval for GRU plan.
Government + PoliticsGNV commissioner salaries set to nearly double Seth Johnson Nov 30, 20223 commentsCommission set to take up issue at Thursday meeting.
Government + PoliticsGNV commission OKs salary bump, interim auditor Seth Johnson Nov 17, 20222 commentsAirport also receives $6 million grant.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commissioners spar, table 9 items Seth Johnson Nov 17, 20224 commentsCommissioner Cynthia Chestnut calls display ‘embarrassment’ for city.
Local NewsCity to examine potential changes to K-9 unit Camille Broadway Nov 17, 20225 commentsCommunity comments for 3 hours on policing, policies.
FeaturedGNV requires more secure bike lanes with new roads Mainstreet Daily News Nov 14, 20226 commentsRoads must include either buffered, separated or protected bike lanes.
Government + PoliticsGNV moves to let developers set parking numbers Seth Johnson Oct 20, 20222 commentsOrdinance also expands mid-street parking.
Government + PoliticsGNV commission eliminates single-family zoning Seth Johnson Oct 17, 20226 commentsAnother 4-3 vote finalizes trio of ordinances.
Government + PoliticsSplit GNV commission passes zoning on 1,778 acres Seth Johnson Oct 6, 20221 commentDevelopment plan was initially rejected in 2019.
Government + PoliticsGNV commission approves GRU rate increase, budgets Seth Johnson Sep 22, 20225 commentsMillage to remain flat but generate extra funds.
Government + PoliticsGNV votes to keep part of Streatery pedestrian-only Camille Broadway Aug 4, 20220 commentsCommission looks for options to balance restaurant needs with neighborhood.
Local NewsBOCC agrees to expand redevelopment area Camille Broadway Aug 2, 20220 commentsChange in GCRA could expand scope of 8th and Waldo project.
Government + PoliticsGNV eyes change for micromobility program Seth Johnson Jul 29, 20220 commentsProgram passed 1-year pilot in June.
Government + PoliticsZoning changes worry GNV neighbors, prompt action Seth Johnson, Camille Broadway Jul 17, 20222 commentsResidents concerned over neighborhood character, and effectiveness of changes
Government + PoliticsGainesville votes to hold tax, fire rates steady Camille Broadway Jul 14, 20221 commentFinal rates will be approved in September following budget discussions.
Local NewsGainesville to put zoning changes on schedule Camille Broadway Jun 22, 20222 commentsWorkshop overflowed with opponents to plans.