Government + PoliticsGainesville commission quibbles on Lot 10, advances climbing gym project Seth Johnson Dec 5, 20243 commentsClimbing gym, other activities to open at Depot Park.
Government + PoliticsGainesville votes to ban camping, sleeping in public rights-of-way Seth Johnson Nov 21, 20246 commentsThe 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 + PoliticsGainesville sets legislative priorities, talks legal notices Seth Johnson Nov 14, 20240 commentsCommission also looks at minority business study.
Government + PoliticsGainesville OKs concept plan for pedestrian-only downtown “Streatery” Seth Johnson Oct 25, 20247 commentsProject expected to start construction in late 2025.
Government + PoliticsGainesville officially combines all single-family zoning, allows smaller lot sizes Seth Johnson Oct 3, 20241 commentZoning issue reaches end after years of discussion.
Government + PoliticsGainesville finalizes previous version of inclusionary zoning policy in 5-2 vote Seth Johnson Sep 19, 20244 commentsCommission also OKs redevelopment adjacent to Oaks Mall.
Government + PoliticsGainesville OKs $3M downtown ambassador program, sale of fire station Seth Johnson Aug 15, 20241 commentAmbassadors to improve downtown experience.
ElectionsMeet the candidates: Gainesville City Commission Seth Johnson Aug 15, 20244 commentsTwo seats contested, one unopposed.
Government + PoliticsGainesville funds police raises, covers part of Hippodrome shortfall Seth Johnson Aug 1, 20242 commentsCity also amends public nuisance ordinances.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission amends, passes inclusionary zoning policy Seth Johnson Jul 22, 20241 commentCommission opts for more expansive policy than recommended.
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.
Government + PoliticsChestnut reflects on priorities heading into second term Seth Johnson Jun 21, 20244 commentsList includes economic development, homelessness.
Government + PoliticsGainesville to offer funds for downtown events in pilot program Seth Johnson May 2, 20241 commentZoning changed to allow 140-unit development.
Government + PoliticsGainesville approves five emergency response projects Seth Johnson Apr 26, 20240 commentsFacility needs outpacing funding, city staff said.
Government + PoliticsGainesville commission plans to put GRU Authority on upcoming ballot Seth Johnson Mar 21, 202412 commentsCommission needs two supermajority votes to continue.
Government + PoliticsGainesville OKs plan to create 30 more homeless shelter beds Seth Johnson Feb 22, 20245 commentsCommission also moves forward with sale of old fire station.
Government + PoliticsWard: Gainesville kept the ship sailing in 2023 Seth Johnson Feb 13, 20242 commentsMayor highlights progress despite legislative, fiscal challenges.
NewsLibrary governing board misses quorum to vote on director evaluation Glory Reitz Feb 8, 20241 commentBackup materials show positive reviews, goals for 2024
NewsLibrary governing board schedules new meeting Glory Reitz Jan 18, 20240 commentsMeeting comes in wake of library employee concerns.
Government + PoliticsGainesville OKs Magnolia Parke tweaks, settles charter officer positions Seth Johnson Jan 4, 20241 commentCharter officers receive exemplary reviews.
Government + PoliticsGainesville uses expanded surtax for first road project Staff Reports Dec 21, 20235 commentsExpanded surtax provides extra $8.7 million annually for infrastructure projects.
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.
NewsGainesville switches Boltin Center plan amid activist delays Seth Johnson Dec 7, 20230 commentsCommission allocates $1.5 million to repair facility.
Government + PoliticsGainesville takes next step to redevelop Eastside sports center Seth Johnson Oct 27, 20234 commentsMany steps, votes remain.