Government + PoliticsGainesville OKs plan to create 30 more homeless shelter beds Seth Johnson Feb 22, 20245 commentsCommission also moves forward with sale of old fire station.
Government + PoliticsGainesville aims to fix evaluations flaws: ‘Process broke down’ Seth Johnson Feb 16, 20245 commentsAttorney, manager bristle at late evaluation.
Government + PoliticsWard: Gainesville kept the ship sailing in 2023 Seth Johnson Feb 13, 20242 commentsMayor highlights progress despite legislative, fiscal challenges.
Government + PoliticsGainesville reviews 2023 crime stats, updated on legislative session Seth Johnson Feb 1, 20242 commentsCommission also votes on codifying charter officer evaluations.
Local LivingCotton Club Museum to host Empowering Communities Through Art Staff Reports Jan 25, 20240 commentsFree event featuring discussion panel and music.
Government + PoliticsGainesville OKs Magnolia Parke tweaks, settles charter officer positions Seth Johnson Jan 4, 20241 commentCharter officers receive exemplary reviews.
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.
Local LivingCity of Gainesville to host event celebrating Rosa Parks’ legacy Staff Reports Nov 30, 20230 commentsAnnual event commemorates the date when Parks refused give up her seat on bus.
Government + PoliticsGainesville releases interactive affordable housing map Seth Johnson Nov 2, 20232 commentsStaff developed map at commissioner request.
NewsGainesville unveils new road sign in honor of Dylan Roberts Seth Johnson Oct 27, 20230 commentsCity pushes for state to rename crosswalk.
Government + PoliticsGainesville finalizes open container ban with two special districts Seth Johnson Oct 26, 20233 commentsNew regulations to start Jan. 1.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission approves $15K cut to manager’s salary Seth Johnson Oct 20, 20231 commentItem was pulled from consent for discussion.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission honors Chief Jones, remembers Dylan Roberts Seth Johnson Oct 19, 20231 commentCity also approves sale of old RTS station.
Government + PoliticsGainesville to eliminate City Hall fountain, renovate entire plaza Seth Johnson Sep 28, 20232 commentsConstruction could begin this winter.
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.
Government + PoliticsGNV alters 794 lots, substandard parcel criteria Seth Johnson Sep 7, 20230 commentsChanges give developers more leeway on small lots.
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.
Local LivingGainesville to host Art & Culture Jamboree Staff Reports Aug 17, 20230 commentsEvent will feature nationally known recording artists.
Local NewsCommission passes GRU budget, rate increases Seth Johnson Aug 9, 20237 commentsFinal votes to come at September meetings.
NewsGNV community groups gather to remember Owens Seth Johnson Aug 2, 20234 commentsVigil also remembers other gun violence victims.