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 reviews 2023 crime stats, updated on legislative session Seth Johnson Feb 1, 20242 commentsCommission also votes on codifying charter officer evaluations.
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.
NewsGainesville switches Boltin Center plan amid activist delays Seth Johnson Dec 7, 20230 commentsCommission allocates $1.5 million to repair facility.
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.
NewsGainesville celebrates 4th annual Indigenous Peoples’ Day Seth Johnson Oct 9, 20231 commentProclamations, songs and gifts mark occasion.
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 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.
EducationSF College conducts safety training exercise C.J. Gish Aug 15, 20230 commentsTabletop emergency management meeting focuses on active shooter scenarios.
Government + PoliticsGNV preps for housing discussions, changes Seth Johnson Aug 10, 20232 commentsTwo neighborhood workshops set.
NewsSt. Michael’s church controversy laid to rest? Glory Reitz Jul 12, 20233 commentsNeighbors have battled St. Michael’s rezoning for years, amenable to new development within original zoning.
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 City Commission resets zoning Seth Johnson Jun 1, 20234 commentsCommissioners to bring ideas on July 27.
Government + PoliticsGNV readies for final vote on exclusionary zoning Seth Johnson May 30, 20231 commentState departments report no issues with repeal.
Government + PoliticsGNV to cut parks, positions as budgets tighten Seth Johnson May 25, 202324 commentsIronwood to close, property taxes could rise.
NewsGNV police, fire ask for $11M budget increase Seth Johnson May 18, 20235 commentsWages account for majority of growth.
Government + PoliticsGNV selects firm to manage four Eastside projects Seth Johnson May 8, 20231 commentCity poised to invest millions in coming years.
NewsGNV continues zoning repeal plan in split vote Seth Johnson, Camille Broadway Apr 20, 20230 commentsOrdinances now sent to state, county.