Government + Politics New Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority seated, takes first actions Seth Johnson Oct 4, 2023Authority set logistics for meetings moving forward.
Government + Politics DeSantis appoints 2 more GRU Authority members C.J. Gish Oct 4, 2023Swearing-in meeting set for Wednesday at Gainesville City Hall.
Government + Politics Judge throws out Gainesville’s GRU lawsuit J.C. Derrick, C.J. Gish Sep 29, 2023City of Gainesville lawsuit sought to prove that HB 1645 violated state process and Florida Constitution.
Government + Politics Gainesville, Alachua County extend $8 million radio sale amid delays Seth Johnson Sep 29, 2023New state law could completely halt the sale.
Featured GNV votes to raise GRU rates, property taxes Seth Johnson Sep 7, 2023Budget relies on 29% property tax increase.
News GNV officials give information at storm meeting Seth Johnson Aug 28, 2023City handed out 6,800 sandbags on Monday.
Government + Politics GNV preps for housing discussions, changes Seth Johnson Aug 10, 2023Two neighborhood workshops set.
Local News Commission passes GRU budget, rate increases Seth Johnson Aug 9, 2023Final votes to come at September meetings.
Local News Gainesville sets up process for GRU control switch Camille Broadway Jul 27, 2023Commission directs staff to review ordinances, create plans while continuing legal challenge.
Government + Politics Gainesville asks court to stop GRU changes Camille Broadway Jul 25, 2023 City files lawsuit to oppose switch in GRU governance to five-person independent board
News GRU’s fuel adjustment rate to drop in July Seth Johnson Jun 26, 202315 mill reduction mirrors April reduction.
Government + Politics GNV votes to divide power district, prep for bids Seth Johnson Jun 8, 2023Appraisals puts price at $22 million.
Government + Politics GRU to cut unfilled positions, reduce maintenance Seth Johnson May 15, 2023Reductions come as next step in debt plan.
News GNV starts internal search for interim clerk Seth Johnson May 5, 2023National auditor search to begin soon.
Government + Politics GNV establishes formula for GRU money transfer Seth Johnson May 4, 2023GPD updates on quarter statistics.
News GNV reapproves solar after redactions revealed Seth Johnson Apr 20, 2023Staff paused seven weeks to talk with legislators.
Featured GNV faces $16M loss to general budget to lower debt Seth Johnson Apr 13, 2023Clemons files bill to change GRU leadership.
Featured GNV votes on salaries, updated on budget freezes Seth Johnson Apr 6, 2023City has paused hiring 51 positions.
News GNV audit finds some issues with purchasing cards Camille Broadway Mar 7, 2023City manager has reduced the number of employees with cards
News GNV passes first motions to address debt woes Seth Johnson Mar 2, 2023Manager installs hiring, spending freezes.
Government + Politics BOCC approves $8M radio purchase, waits for GNV Seth Johnson Mar 1, 2023City to vote Thursday on sale.
Featured GRU receives $22M wastewater grant Staff Reports Feb 15, 2023Funds earmarked for Main Street Water Reclamation Facility expansion project.
Government + Politics Gainesville finalizes 3 of 4 charter officers Seth Johnson Feb 2, 2023Mayor to renegotiate one contract.
Featured GNV halts process, hires four officers permanently Seth Johnson Jan 20, 2023New vote stops $250,000 process approved on Jan. 5