Government + PoliticsGainesville City Commission confirms GRU Authority’s control over bonds Seth Johnson Dec 22, 20230 commentsBonds totaling $105 million set to expire in May.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission OKs one item, punts another sent by GRU Authority Seth Johnson Dec 14, 20232 commentsDelay will tighten GRU turnaround for financial support extension.
NewsGainesville switches Boltin Center plan amid activist delays Seth Johnson Dec 7, 20230 commentsCommission allocates $1.5 million to repair facility.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission picks Mhere as new city auditor Seth Johnson Dec 7, 20231 commentFinalized contract to return next week.
Government + PoliticsEastman’s housing proposal next heads to Gainesville City Commission Seth Johnson Nov 15, 20235 commentsProposal would lower minimum lot sizes for single-family homes.
Government + PoliticsGainesville finalizes open container ban with two special districts Seth Johnson Oct 26, 20233 commentsNew regulations to start Jan. 1.
NewsGainesville celebrates 4th annual Indigenous Peoples’ Day Seth Johnson Oct 9, 20231 commentProclamations, songs and gifts mark occasion.
Government + PoliticsGNV delays Boltin Center vote for design plans Seth Johnson Sep 21, 20232 commentsCenter to return in November after community input session.
NewsGainesville moves to reinstate open container ban Seth Johnson Sep 14, 20230 commentsPre-pandemic ordinance on track to return Jan. 1.
Government + PoliticsCounty asks GNV to reconsider Thelma Boltin Center Seth Johnson Sep 8, 20233 comments City plans to take next steps on Sept. 21.
FeaturedGNV votes to raise GRU rates, property taxes Seth Johnson Sep 7, 20239 commentsBudget relies on 29% property tax increase.
Government + PoliticsGNV’s Eastman named to Florida League of Cities Staff Reports Sep 5, 20231 commentGainesville commissioner appointed to serve on Municipal Administration Committee.
Government + PoliticsGNV amends setbacks, criteria for substandard lots Seth Johnson Aug 18, 20232 commentsGainesville says changes allow flexibility.
Government + PoliticsMayor provides swing vote on open container motion Seth Johnson Aug 17, 20232 commentsGainesville looks to ban open alcohol but support businesses.
Government + PoliticsGNV preps for housing discussions, changes Seth Johnson Aug 10, 20232 commentsTwo neighborhood workshops set.
Local NewsCommission passes GRU budget, rate increases Seth Johnson Aug 9, 20237 commentsFinal votes to come at September meetings.
Local NewsGainesville sets up process for GRU control switch Camille Broadway Jul 27, 20233 commentsCommission directs staff to review ordinances, create plans while continuing legal challenge.
Government + PoliticsGNV set to raise taxes 29% over rollback rate Seth Johnson Jul 20, 20236 commentsIncrease comes as city faced budget deficit.
Government + PoliticsCommunity tackles sports needs at workshop Glory Reitz Jul 11, 20230 commentsAfter being asked to “dream big,” many discussed existing concerns.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis signs bill changing GRU control Seth Johnson Jun 28, 202320 commentsNew authority board set to start Oct. 1.
Government + PoliticsCity Commission allocates $250K to fight GRU bill Seth Johnson Jun 22, 20235 commentsGNV also approves trunked radio sale to county.
Government + PoliticsGainesville sets initial fire assessment rates Camille Broadway Jun 16, 20230 comments2024 will be the first year the city uses its new methodology for calculating the fire rate.
Government + PoliticsGainesville selects an interim city clerk Camille Broadway Jun 15, 20231 commentCommission also OKs hiring search firm for new city auditor.
Government + PoliticsGainesville trims more from its budget Camille Broadway Jun 14, 20236 commentsIronwood Golf Course and GRACE marketplace funds added back into fiscal year 2024 plans.