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Alachua County moves forward on new parking garage, special study
Commission also discusses legislative priorities.
ACPS to optimize transportation
Director of transportation said changes will help fix staffing shortages and save money.
BOCC commissioners appointed to 6 state committees
Three Alachua County commissioners will serve on six committees.
BOCC ends rental permit program prior to start
New state law blocks local program.
GNV to repeal rental inspection program
New state law invalidates city program that ensured rental units met health and safety standards.
Finding Your Frugal: Saving on school supplies
Florida’s annual school sales tax holiday runs from July 24 through Aug. 6.
Bielarski releases book on GRU, state takeover
“The City That Lost Control” runs from the biomass contract to Florida’s GRU bill.
UF researchers examine cooling rental market
National reports indicate rent growth decreasing, but Florida may not see price decline for a while.
GNV nonprofit sues DeSantis over GRU bill
Lawsuit includes 12 counts filed in federal court.
Repeat fires in Newberry concern ACFR chief
Owner says state regulations increase risk.
Newberry receives $2 million for water projects
City got both of its Legislative requests.
DeSantis signs Perry’s music education bill
Bill follows years-long UF study.
State funds headed to Alachua County, North Florida
Appropriations awaiting governor approval.
GRU’s financial reporting earns clean audit
Yearly external report reviews utility’s accounting, compliance.
BOCC sets road paving parameters based on surtax
Dedicated portion goes to residential roads.
City readies lobbyists, counsel against GRU bill
Commission pushes for legislative amendments.
Perry files bill to create local magnet school
Alachua County school could open in fall 2024.
Perry pushes elementary music bill after UF study
Bill provides funds for music classes.
Derrick: Mainstreet launches into legal notices
Partner company provides self-service option.
Cammack, Hawk vie for congressional seat
Candidates tackle vastly different map following redistricting
Turnpike extension paused, coalition stays wary
Legislature-backed project opposed by locals.
FRDAP awards grant for Forest Park renovations
GNV Wild Spaces and Public Places program receives matching state funds.
Local communities to receive state planning funds
Two area counties, one town will get technical assistance monies.