Government + Politics Gainesville commission plans to put GRU Authority on upcoming ballot Seth Johnson Mar 21, 2024Commission needs two supermajority votes to continue.
Government + Politics Gainesville OKs plan to create 30 more homeless shelter beds Seth Johnson Feb 22, 2024Commission also moves forward with sale of old fire station.
Government + Politics Ward: Gainesville kept the ship sailing in 2023 Seth Johnson Feb 13, 2024Mayor highlights progress despite legislative, fiscal challenges.
Government + Politics Gainesville reviews 2023 crime stats, updated on legislative session Seth Johnson Feb 1, 2024Commission also votes on codifying charter officer evaluations.
Government + Politics GRU Authority to talk city transfer as union pushes back Seth Johnson Jan 16, 2024No final decision has been scheduled.
Government + Politics Gainesville City Commission confirms GRU Authority’s control over bonds Seth Johnson Dec 22, 2023Bonds totaling $105 million set to expire in May.
Government + Politics Gainesville commission OKs one item, punts another sent by GRU Authority Seth Johnson Dec 14, 2023Delay will tighten GRU turnaround for financial support extension.
News Gainesville switches Boltin Center plan amid activist delays Seth Johnson Dec 7, 2023Commission allocates $1.5 million to repair facility.
Government + Politics Gainesville commission picks Mhere as new city auditor Seth Johnson Dec 7, 2023Finalized contract to return next week.
Government + Politics Eastman’s housing proposal next heads to Gainesville City Commission Seth Johnson Nov 15, 2023Proposal would lower minimum lot sizes for single-family homes.
Government + Politics Gainesville finalizes open container ban with two special districts Seth Johnson Oct 26, 2023New regulations to start Jan. 1.
News Gainesville celebrates 4th annual Indigenous Peoples’ Day Seth Johnson Oct 9, 2023Proclamations, songs and gifts mark occasion.
Government + Politics GNV delays Boltin Center vote for design plans Seth Johnson Sep 21, 2023Center to return in November after community input session.
News Gainesville moves to reinstate open container ban Seth Johnson Sep 14, 2023Pre-pandemic ordinance on track to return Jan. 1.
Government + Politics County asks GNV to reconsider Thelma Boltin Center Seth Johnson Sep 8, 2023 City plans to take next steps on Sept. 21.
Featured GNV votes to raise GRU rates, property taxes Seth Johnson Sep 7, 2023Budget relies on 29% property tax increase.
Government + Politics GNV’s Eastman named to Florida League of Cities Staff Reports Sep 5, 2023Gainesville commissioner appointed to serve on Municipal Administration Committee.
Government + Politics GNV amends setbacks, criteria for substandard lots Seth Johnson Aug 18, 2023Gainesville says changes allow flexibility.
Government + Politics Mayor provides swing vote on open container motion Seth Johnson Aug 17, 2023Gainesville looks to ban open alcohol but support businesses.
Government + Politics GNV preps for housing discussions, changes Seth Johnson Aug 10, 2023Two neighborhood workshops set.
Local News Commission passes GRU budget, rate increases Seth Johnson Aug 9, 2023Final votes to come at September meetings.
Local News Gainesville sets up process for GRU control switch Camille Broadway Jul 27, 2023Commission directs staff to review ordinances, create plans while continuing legal challenge.
Government + Politics GNV set to raise taxes 29% over rollback rate Seth Johnson Jul 20, 2023Increase comes as city faced budget deficit.
Government + Politics Community tackles sports needs at workshop Glory Reitz Jul 11, 2023After being asked to “dream big,” many discussed existing concerns.