NewsGRU Authority confirms CEO contract, consults attorney general on referendum Seth Johnson Aug 7, 20249 commentsUtility saw ‘unheard of’ $79M in principal debt reduction.
Government + PoliticsGainesville parking revamp begins with more paid spaces Seth Johnson Aug 2, 20242 commentsAugust declared an introductory period.
Government + PoliticsGainesville funds police raises, covers part of Hippodrome shortfall Seth Johnson Aug 1, 20242 commentsCity also amends public nuisance ordinances.
SponsoredGood in Gainesville: Local healthcare options grow Eric Godet Sr. Jul 31, 20240 commentsNew facilities boost Gainesville's reputation as a healthcare destination.
ElectionsAfrican American Accountability Alliance to host 3 election forums Staff Reports Jul 26, 20240 commentsFirst forum for primary candidates is scheduled for Sunday.
Government + PoliticsGainesville authorizes $8.7M affordable housing purchase program Seth Johnson Jul 25, 20242 commentsInfrastructure surtax funds fully allocated.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission amends, passes inclusionary zoning policy Seth Johnson Jul 22, 20241 commentCommission opts for more expansive policy than recommended.
Government + PoliticsGainesville reallocates nearly $3 million in ARPA as federal deadline nears Seth Johnson Jul 19, 20241 commentSenior housing project debated after funding issues.
NewsGainesville adds security layer to city commission meetings Seth Johnson Jul 19, 20240 commentsMetal detector and flow of traffic started Thursday.
Government + PoliticsGainesville passes tax rate ceiling, votes 4-3 on single-family zoning changes Seth Johnson Jul 19, 20244 commentsMillage rate will not increase in coming fiscal year.
HealthUF Health Urgent Care Center-Eastside to host open house Staff Reports Jul 9, 20240 commentsNew facility slated to open in August.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority votes to keep rates flat, make Bielarski permanent GM Seth Johnson Jun 26, 20240 commentsMembers also confirm $8.5 million transfer to city.
ElectionsLifeSouth to host Gainesville City Commission candidate forum Staff Reports Jun 25, 20240 commentsEvent to be held at LifeSouth’s 13th Street location in Gainesville.
ElectionsSchool rezoning, GRU issues crop up at League of Women Voters candidate forum Seth Johnson Jun 24, 20242 commentsPrimary election scheduled for Aug. 20.
Government + PoliticsChestnut reflects on priorities heading into second term Seth Johnson Jun 21, 20244 commentsList includes economic development, homelessness.
Government + PoliticsBielarski fires 2 top GRU officials, reassigns third Seth Johnson Jun 20, 202411 commentsSustainability office has also been reorganized.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission finalizes housing code change, approves loan Seth Johnson Jun 20, 20241 commentLoan will go to affordable housing project.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority asks Barton to keep referendum off ballot Seth Johnson Jun 19, 20245 commentsCity Commission passed the referendum on Tuesday.
NewsGainesville finalizes ballot question, reviews in-house IT options Seth Johnson Jun 18, 20241 commentGainesville staff also voices their perspective on utility revenues.
Government + PoliticsGainesville to pass final vote for referendum, review budget on Tuesday Seth Johnson Jun 17, 20244 commentsGeneral government disagrees with Gainesville Regional Utility’s revenue calculation.
ElectionsHere’s who qualified for Alachua County’s 2024 elections J.C. Derrick Jun 14, 20245 commentsFields now set for August, November elections.
Government + PoliticsWard: stability needed for GRU, budget numbers Seth Johnson Jun 14, 20246 commentsGRU Authority approved motion to further cut its general services contribution on Wednesday.
EducationUF considers P.K. Yonge’s purpose, application process Glory Reitz Jun 13, 20244 commentsPlan of action anticipates new application process, programming.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority OKs budget cuts, hiring second law firm Seth Johnson Jun 13, 20240 commentsAttorney says chances of referendum lawsuit are high.