Government + Politics Gainesville commission quibbles on Lot 10, advances climbing gym project Seth Johnson Dec 5, 2024Climbing gym, other activities to open at Depot Park.
Government + Politics Gainesville votes to ban camping, sleeping in public rights-of-way Seth Johnson Nov 21, 2024The Gainesville City Commission passed an ordinance on Thursday to prohibit sleeping or camping on city rights-of-way. The ordinance comes after Florida approved a homelessness bill […]
Government + Politics Gainesville sets legislative priorities, talks legal notices Seth Johnson Nov 14, 2024Commission also looks at minority business study.
Government + Politics Gainesville OKs concept plan for pedestrian-only downtown “Streatery” Seth Johnson Oct 25, 2024Project expected to start construction in late 2025.
Government + Politics Gainesville officially combines all single-family zoning, allows smaller lot sizes Seth Johnson Oct 3, 2024Zoning issue reaches end after years of discussion.
Government + Politics Gainesville finalizes previous version of inclusionary zoning policy in 5-2 vote Seth Johnson Sep 19, 2024Commission also OKs redevelopment adjacent to Oaks Mall.
Government + Politics Gainesville OKs $3M downtown ambassador program, sale of fire station Seth Johnson Aug 15, 2024Ambassadors to improve downtown experience.
Elections Meet the candidates: Gainesville City Commission Seth Johnson Aug 15, 2024Two seats contested, one unopposed.
Government + Politics Gainesville funds police raises, covers part of Hippodrome shortfall Seth Johnson Aug 1, 2024City also amends public nuisance ordinances.
Government + Politics Gainesville commission amends, passes inclusionary zoning policy Seth Johnson Jul 22, 2024Commission opts for more expansive policy than recommended.
Government + Politics Gainesville passes tax rate ceiling, votes 4-3 on single-family zoning changes Seth Johnson Jul 19, 2024Millage rate will not increase in coming fiscal year.
Government + Politics Chestnut reflects on priorities heading into second term Seth Johnson Jun 21, 2024List includes economic development, homelessness.
Government + Politics Gainesville to offer funds for downtown events in pilot program Seth Johnson May 2, 2024Zoning changed to allow 140-unit development.
Government + Politics Gainesville approves five emergency response projects Seth Johnson Apr 26, 2024Facility needs outpacing funding, city staff said.
Government + Politics Gainesville commission plans to put GRU Authority on upcoming ballot Seth Johnson Mar 21, 2024Commission needs two supermajority votes to continue.
Government + Politics Gainesville OKs plan to create 30 more homeless shelter beds Seth Johnson Feb 22, 2024Commission also moves forward with sale of old fire station.
Government + Politics Ward: Gainesville kept the ship sailing in 2023 Seth Johnson Feb 13, 2024Mayor highlights progress despite legislative, fiscal challenges.
News Library governing board misses quorum to vote on director evaluation Glory Reitz Feb 8, 2024Backup materials show positive reviews, goals for 2024
News Library governing board schedules new meeting Glory Reitz Jan 18, 2024Meeting comes in wake of library employee concerns.
Government + Politics Gainesville OKs Magnolia Parke tweaks, settles charter officer positions Seth Johnson Jan 4, 2024Charter officers receive exemplary reviews.
Government + Politics Gainesville uses expanded surtax for first road project Staff Reports Dec 21, 2023Expanded surtax provides extra $8.7 million annually for infrastructure projects.
Government + Politics Gainesville commission OKs one item, punts another sent by GRU Authority Seth Johnson Dec 14, 2023Delay will tighten GRU turnaround for financial support extension.
News Gainesville switches Boltin Center plan amid activist delays Seth Johnson Dec 7, 2023Commission allocates $1.5 million to repair facility.
Government + Politics Gainesville takes next step to redevelop Eastside sports center Seth Johnson Oct 27, 2023Many steps, votes remain.