Government + PoliticsGainesville launches free accessory dwelling unit plans, starts to build its own Seth Johnson Apr 30, 2025Free plans designed to lower barrier for ADU creation.
FeaturedNew GNV commission sworn in, speaks on goals Seth Johnson Jan 5, 2023Commissioners will hold first meeting Thursday afternoon.
FeaturedGNV’s 2022 zoning issue wrapped, plus next steps Seth Johnson Jan 2, 2023Zoning item could return Jan. 5.
NewsTop local news stories of 2022 Seth Johnson, J.C. Derrick Dec 27, 2022 Year brings new storylines
Government + PoliticsCity commissioners hit BOCC on housing decision Camille Broadway Dec 16, 2022City 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, 2022Three term-limited officials give their farewells.
NewsGNV finalizes commission raises, talks late bills Seth Johnson Dec 15, 2022GRU given financial authority to address labor shortage.
Government + PoliticsGainesville zoning hearings pushed back to 2023 Staff Reports Dec 12, 2022New commission to take over in January.
Government + PoliticsGNV commission votes to raise salaries 91% Seth Johnson Dec 1, 2022City also gives approval for GRU plan.
Government + PoliticsGNV commissioner salaries set to nearly double Seth Johnson Nov 30, 2022Commission set to take up issue at Thursday meeting.
Government + PoliticsGNV commission OKs salary bump, interim auditor Seth Johnson Nov 17, 2022Airport also receives $6 million grant.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commissioners spar, table 9 items Seth Johnson Nov 17, 2022Commissioner Cynthia Chestnut calls display ‘embarrassment’ for city.
Local NewsCity to examine potential changes to K-9 unit Camille Broadway Nov 17, 2022Community comments for 3 hours on policing, policies.
FeaturedGNV requires more secure bike lanes with new roads Mainstreet Daily News Nov 14, 2022Roads must include either buffered, separated or protected bike lanes.
Government + PoliticsGNV moves to let developers set parking numbers Seth Johnson Oct 20, 2022Ordinance also expands mid-street parking.
Government + PoliticsGNV commission eliminates single-family zoning Seth Johnson Oct 17, 2022Another 4-3 vote finalizes trio of ordinances.
Government + PoliticsSplit GNV commission passes zoning on 1,778 acres Seth Johnson Oct 6, 2022Development plan was initially rejected in 2019.
Government + PoliticsGNV commission approves GRU rate increase, budgets Seth Johnson Sep 22, 2022Millage to remain flat but generate extra funds.
Government + PoliticsGNV votes to keep part of Streatery pedestrian-only Camille Broadway Aug 4, 2022Commission looks for options to balance restaurant needs with neighborhood.
Local NewsBOCC agrees to expand redevelopment area Camille Broadway Aug 2, 2022Change in GCRA could expand scope of 8th and Waldo project.
Government + PoliticsGNV eyes change for micromobility program Seth Johnson Jul 29, 2022Program passed 1-year pilot in June.
Government + PoliticsZoning changes worry GNV neighbors, prompt action Seth Johnson, Camille Broadway Jul 17, 2022Residents concerned over neighborhood character, and effectiveness of changes
Government + PoliticsGainesville votes to hold tax, fire rates steady Camille Broadway Jul 14, 2022Final rates will be approved in September following budget discussions.
Local NewsGainesville to put zoning changes on schedule Camille Broadway Jun 22, 2022Workshop overflowed with opponents to plans.