DeSantis initiates Gainesville audit to set up property tax reform in 2026
Broward County also under state audit.
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DeSantis initiates Gainesville audit to set up property tax reform in 2026
Broward County also under state audit.
Moody’s affirms credit outlook for Gainesville’s utility, lists offsetting factors
GRU anticipates improvements in coming years.
UF selects Clemons as next vice president for government and community relations
Position left vacant in February
Gainesville, Alachua County research bus routes, Hoggetowne Medieval Faire
Commissions punt on Gainesville Community Redevelopment Area talks.
Gainesville passes preliminary special election vote on GRU governance
Final vote to come June 12.
Gainesville commission to vote on special election, potential 14-story development
Morningside Nature Center master plan shows new buildings.
Gainesville City Commission votes for special election to retry utility referendum
Previous referendum passed in November 2024.
GRU Authority OKs water rate increase, keeps city contribution flat for 2026 budget
Profits to stay even as utility tackles debt.
Gainesville eyes boost for economic development with potential bond
Work plan to return in next month.
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital picks new CEO as Lawson retires
Lawson’s position on GRU Authority unclear.
GRU Authority appeals judge’s referendum ruling, city weighs options
Gainesville utility remains in tug-of-war.
Judge annuls GRU Authority referendum result, says Gainesville can change charter
Three-part ruling leaves authority in charge.
Gainesville kicks off 2025 budget season
Six audits return no findings.
GRU Authority votes to work on removing city fees from utility bills
Change will likely start in September 2026.
Gainesville authorizes letter over garbage fee mishap, continues streatery
City also finalized Florida Theater historic designation.
Gainesville authorizes three new multi-use trails, hears WSPP update
GRU signs off for trail projects.
GRU Authority ends solar agreement, residents discuss fluoride
Attorney gives update on referendum.
Johnson decides to table new GRU bill, gather more input
Draft bill sent to delegation on Monday.
Johnson to propose new GRU bill for 2025 legislative session
Bill to modify powers of GRU Authority.
From surgeries to schools: Mainstreet’s top 10 local news stories of 2024
Mainstreet provided exclusive coverage on several issues.
Alachua County decides to wait out streetlight agreement with Gainesville
County opts to stay in agreement for now.
Gainesville, Alachua County to discuss homeless bill, 1970s streetlight agreement
Joint meeting set for Monday.
GRU changes electric tier structure, bills to decrease for most customers
59% of customers to see electric costs lowered.
GRU credit rating holds stable, governance issue remains key
Credit agency anticipates no rating increase.