FeaturedNew GNV commission sworn in, speaks on goals Seth Johnson Jan 5, 20230 commentsCommissioners will hold first meeting Thursday afternoon.
FeaturedGNV commission to revisit zoning, charter officers Seth Johnson Jan 3, 20231 commentThursday meeting will include three new members.
FeaturedGNV’s 2022 zoning issue wrapped, plus next steps Seth Johnson Jan 2, 20232 commentsZoning item could return Jan. 5.
BusinessDerrick: Local reporting matters more than ever J.C. Derrick Dec 26, 20221 commentGood local journalism is a community project.
Government + PoliticsPoe, Arreola, Hayes-Santos hold last GNV meeting Seth Johnson Dec 16, 20221 commentThree term-limited officials give their farewells.
NewsGNV finalizes commission raises, talks late bills Seth Johnson Dec 15, 20220 commentsGRU given financial authority to address labor shortage.
NewsWard selected to attend White House discussions Taryn Ashby Dec 15, 20220 commentsWard and fellow municipal leaders will converse with White House leaders and cabinet secretaries.
Government + PoliticsGainesville zoning hearings pushed back to 2023 Staff Reports Dec 12, 20220 commentsNew commission to take over in January.
FeaturedGNV board sends commission Boltin Center project Seth Johnson Dec 6, 20221 commentBoard settled on half demolition, half restoration.
NewsState department files for hearing on GNV zoning Seth Johnson Dec 6, 20221 commentGainesville now faces two separate hearings.
Government + PoliticsGNV commission votes to raise salaries 91% Seth Johnson Dec 1, 20225 commentsCity also gives approval for GRU plan.
Government + PoliticsGNV commissioner salaries set to nearly double Seth Johnson Nov 30, 20223 commentsCommission set to take up issue at Thursday meeting.
Government + PoliticsGNV addresses commission conduct, approves items Seth Johnson Nov 29, 20222 commentsCity approved funding for affordable housing project.
Government + PoliticsGNV commission OKs salary bump, interim auditor Seth Johnson Nov 17, 20222 commentsAirport also receives $6 million grant.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commissioners spar, table 9 items Seth Johnson Nov 17, 20224 commentsCommissioner Cynthia Chestnut calls display ‘embarrassment’ for city.
FeaturedGNV requires more secure bike lanes with new roads Mainstreet Daily News Nov 14, 20226 commentsRoads must include either buffered, separated or protected bike lanes.
FeaturedPoe: Gainesville in good hands after elections Seth Johnson Nov 11, 20226 commentsMayor says Ward win is vote of confidence in city’s direction.
ElectionsWard to take mayoral reins from Poe in January Seth Johnson Nov 9, 20222 commentsEd Book, Casey Willits earn commission seats for districts 2 and 3.
NewsBielarski, Ward question each other at debate Seth Johnson Oct 25, 20220 commentsFinal debate involved GRU, parks.
Government + PoliticsGNV moves to let developers set parking numbers Seth Johnson Oct 20, 20222 commentsOrdinance also expands mid-street parking.
Government + PoliticsGNV commission eliminates single-family zoning Seth Johnson Oct 17, 20226 commentsAnother 4-3 vote finalizes trio of ordinances.
Local NewsCommission will take final action Monday on zoning Camille Broadway Oct 14, 20223 commentsGainesville Neighborhood Voices plans City Hall “speak out” rally.
Government + PoliticsSplit GNV commission passes zoning on 1,778 acres Seth Johnson Oct 6, 20221 commentDevelopment plan was initially rejected in 2019.
Government + PoliticsLandlords voice opposition to city inspection program Seth Johnson Sep 27, 20220 commentsPermit program requires energy efficiency upgrades