Government + PoliticsGainesville commission OKs one item, punts another sent by GRU Authority Seth Johnson Dec 14, 20232 commentsDelay will tighten GRU turnaround for financial support extension.
NewsUF to begin expanding Innovation District in 2024 Seth Johnson Dec 12, 20230 commentsPlanned expansion to take place over six phases.
Government + PoliticsGainesville renames portion of 8th Avenue in honor of Charles Chestnut III Seth Johnson Dec 8, 20231 commentRoad section passes historic Chestnut Funeral Home.
NewsGainesville switches Boltin Center plan amid activist delays Seth Johnson Dec 7, 20230 commentsCommission allocates $1.5 million to repair facility.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority supports general manager, denies motion to fire Seth Johnson Dec 7, 20235 commentsAuthority also votes to move forward with interim attorney.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commissioners interview three city auditor finalists Seth Johnson Nov 28, 20232 commentsFinal vote could come in December.
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.