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 to transition defunct utility board into sustainability advisors Seth Johnson Nov 10, 20238 commentsBoard no longer needed after GRU transition.
NewsGainesville climbing gym to expand by Depot Park Seth Johnson Nov 6, 20231 commentThe Knot aims to finalize land sale in 2024.
Government + PoliticsGainesville releases interactive affordable housing map Seth Johnson Nov 2, 20232 commentsStaff developed map at commissioner request.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority continues trunked radio sale, starts bond verification Seth Johnson Nov 1, 20232 commentsMembers reject additional agenda items.
Government + PoliticsGainesville takes next step to redevelop Eastside sports center Seth Johnson Oct 27, 20234 commentsMany steps, votes remain.
Government + PoliticsGainesville finalizes open container ban with two special districts Seth Johnson Oct 26, 20233 commentsNew regulations to start Jan. 1.
Government + PoliticsJLAC rule nullifies state investigation into Gainesville bond delay Seth Johnson Oct 23, 20233 commentsLawmakers failed to pass motion despite 6-4 vote.
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.
FeaturedIQ Fiber cuts ribbon on Gainesville location, new $40 million expansion Seth Johnson Oct 12, 20235 commentsNew internet service will come online for some neighborhoods in 2024.
Government + PoliticsGainesville reviews updated Florida audit with 12 findings completed Seth Johnson Oct 9, 20233 commentsState conducted an 18-month review of 2022 audit.
Government + PoliticsNew Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority seated, takes first actions Seth Johnson Oct 4, 202314 commentsAuthority set logistics for meetings moving forward.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis appoints 2 more GRU Authority members C.J. Gish Oct 4, 20230 commentsSwearing-in meeting set for Wednesday at Gainesville City Hall.
Government + PoliticsJudge throws out Gainesville’s GRU lawsuit J.C. Derrick, C.J. Gish Sep 29, 20234 commentsCity of Gainesville lawsuit sought to prove that HB 1645 violated state process and Florida Constitution.
Government + PoliticsGainesville, Alachua County extend $8 million radio sale amid delays Seth Johnson Sep 29, 20232 commentsNew state law could completely halt the sale.
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.
Government + PoliticsIronwood enters management watch after audit Seth Johnson Sep 18, 20232 commentsRecommendations to come in spring.
Government + PoliticsGNV funds another $250K for lawsuit Seth Johnson Sep 15, 20234 commentsLawsuit seeks to stop state control of Gainesville Regional Utilities.
NewsGainesville moves to reinstate open container ban Seth Johnson Sep 14, 20230 commentsPre-pandemic ordinance on track to return Jan. 1.
Government + PoliticsGNV attorney asks for another $250K for lawsuit Seth Johnson Sep 13, 20231 commentLawsuit seeks to stop state control of Gainesville Regional Utilities.
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.