Government + PoliticsGainesville authorizes letter over garbage fee mishap, continues streatery Seth Johnson Feb 20, 202515 commentsCity also finalized Florida Theater historic designation.
Government + PoliticsGainesville authorizes three new multi-use trails, hears WSPP update Seth Johnson Jan 17, 20252 commentsGRU signs off for trail projects.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority ends solar agreement, residents discuss fluoride Seth Johnson Jan 15, 20256 commentsAttorney gives update on referendum.
Government + PoliticsJohnson decides to table new GRU bill, gather more input Seth Johnson Jan 8, 20257 commentsDraft bill sent to delegation on Monday.
Government + PoliticsJohnson to propose new GRU bill for 2025 legislative session Seth Johnson Jan 7, 202514 commentsBill to modify powers of GRU Authority.
Local NewsFrom surgeries to schools: Mainstreet’s top 10 local news stories of 2024 Seth Johnson Dec 26, 20240 commentsMainstreet provided exclusive coverage on several issues.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County decides to wait out streetlight agreement with Gainesville Seth Johnson Dec 17, 20240 commentsCounty opts to stay in agreement for now.
Government + PoliticsGainesville, Alachua County to discuss homeless bill, 1970s streetlight agreement Seth Johnson Dec 12, 20241 commentJoint meeting set for Monday.
NewsGRU changes electric tier structure, bills to decrease for most customers Seth Johnson Dec 11, 20247 comments59% of customers to see electric costs lowered.
NewsGRU credit rating holds stable, governance issue remains key Seth Johnson Dec 4, 20245 commentsCredit agency anticipates no rating increase.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority votes on funding litigation, continues work as normal after election Seth Johnson Nov 6, 20243 commentsAuthority discusses success of debt reduction without raising rates.
ElectionsNo contest: Gainesville, Alachua County easily pass 3 local referendums Seth Johnson Nov 6, 20241 commentLegal challenges will hold up two of the issues.
ElectionsGainesville voters denounce political animosity as they head to polls Seth Johnson Nov 5, 20241 commentLocals cite Amendment 4, GRU as top issues in ‘rough’ political season.
Government + PoliticsUpdated: Clemons calls for end to clashes over GRU Authority, Eastman responds Seth Johnson Oct 31, 202424 commentsHe said legal battles are ego driven.
Government + PoliticsJudge orders pause on enforcing Gainesville Regional Utilities vote Seth Johnson Oct 24, 20244 commentsApproved injunction could mean a two-day trial in December.
Government + PoliticsGainesville asks GRU to prioritize three new recreational trail projects Seth Johnson Oct 24, 20244 commentsNew projects could rival Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail usage.
Government + PoliticsEthics complaint accuses Bielarski of misusing funds for election Seth Johnson Oct 14, 20247 commentsUtility head says GRU is obligated to educate.
NewsGRU Authority hears plan for customer advocacy, future power generation Seth Johnson Oct 7, 20242 commentsUtility also preps for Hurricane Milton.
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 + PoliticsEmergency motion filed against Gainesville’s November election ballot Seth Johnson Sep 24, 20245 commentsGRU Authority looks to expedite lawsuit review.
Government + PoliticsGRU Authority officially files complaint against Gainesville, Barton Seth Johnson Sep 10, 20243 commentsComplaint asks courts to stop upcoming Gainesville vote.
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.