Local NewsImpact of new homelessness law remains unclear Glory Reitz Oct 17, 20241 commentMayor Ward says he expects little effect to city’s homelessness response.
Government + PoliticsEthics complaint accuses Bielarski of misusing funds for election Seth Johnson Oct 14, 20247 commentsUtility head says GRU is obligated to educate.
Government + PoliticsGainesville officially combines all single-family zoning, allows smaller lot sizes Seth Johnson Oct 3, 20241 commentZoning issue reaches end after years of discussion.
ElectionsAlachua County voters to decide on 6 state, several local ballot initiatives Seth Johnson Oct 2, 20245 commentsTwo local ballot initiatives under review by courts.
Government + PoliticsGainesville finishes budget season, sets final millage for 2025 Seth Johnson Sep 30, 20240 commentsCity’s general fund reduced by $1.1 million.
Government + PoliticsLibrary district approves budget, 1.0 millage Glory Reitz Sep 26, 20240 commentsMillage rate lower than it has been in eight years.
Government + PoliticsEmergency motion filed against Gainesville’s November election ballot Seth Johnson Sep 24, 20245 commentsGRU Authority looks to expedite lawsuit review.
Government + PoliticsGainesville finalizes previous version of inclusionary zoning policy in 5-2 vote Seth Johnson Sep 19, 20244 commentsCommission also OKs redevelopment adjacent to Oaks Mall.
NewsHillhouse to serve as Gainesville Fire Rescue interim chief C.J. Gish Sep 13, 20240 commentsDeputy chief to start position in November.
NewsDowntown Gainesville parking enforcement to start Monday Staff Reports Sep 11, 20245 commentsNew rates designed to stimulate increased turnover in high-demand spaces.
NewsDixon resigns as Gainesville Fire chief Seth Johnson Sep 9, 20242 commentsHe also led homeless, gun violence programs.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission extends GRACE Marketplace contract by one year Seth Johnson Sep 5, 20243 commentsCity approves $1.9 million for homeless organization.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority greenlights lawsuit, notices City Commission to change policy Seth Johnson Sep 4, 20244 commentsCity, utility wrestle with being separate but combined.
NewsGRU Authority to discuss repeal of new city policy, separate legal office Seth Johnson Sep 3, 20244 commentsMeeting includes resolution about upcoming referendum.
NewsGNV airport continues general aviation terminal project, fuel farm expansion Seth Johnson Aug 30, 20244 commentsMiami route on hold in September.
Government + PoliticsGainesville relies on county, state partners for Vision Zero goal Seth Johnson Aug 28, 20240 commentsMajority of severe injuries, deaths happen on 17% of roadway.
Government + PoliticsGainesville plan board OKs new hotel with traffic reservations Seth Johnson Aug 23, 20248 commentsBoard attempts to bind city with 4-1 vote.
ElectionsGainesville selects Duncan-Walker, Ingle for City Commission Seth Johnson Aug 20, 20242 commentsChestnut runs unopposed.
ElectionsPolls open final time for primary election on Tuesday Seth Johnson Aug 19, 20240 commentsParty nominees, candidate winners to be decided.
Government + PoliticsGainesville OKs $3M downtown ambassador program, sale of fire station Seth Johnson Aug 15, 20241 commentAmbassadors to improve downtown experience.
ElectionsMeet the candidates: Gainesville City Commission Seth Johnson Aug 15, 20244 commentsTwo seats contested, one unopposed.
Government + PoliticsGainesville places first home on market through land trust program Seth Johnson Aug 9, 20240 commentsHome is first of 10 slated for development.
Government + PoliticsGainesville pauses residential garbage fee increase Seth Johnson Aug 8, 20241 commentProposed increase, finance options will return at future meeting.
NewsForest Park scores Abby Wambach Park name change Lillian Hamman Aug 8, 20242 commentsSouthwest Gainesville identifies its park with UF soccer alum and national soccer star.