NewsLawmakers vote to open probe into Gainesville bond delay Seth Johnson Oct 18, 20234 commentsDelay resulted in an extra $2.9 million cost to city.
Government + PoliticsNew Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority seated, takes first actions Seth Johnson Oct 4, 202314 commentsAuthority set logistics for meetings moving forward.
Government + PoliticsDeSantis appoints 2 more GRU Authority members C.J. Gish Oct 4, 20230 commentsSwearing-in meeting set for Wednesday at Gainesville City Hall.
Government + PoliticsJudge throws out Gainesville’s GRU lawsuit J.C. Derrick, C.J. Gish Sep 29, 20234 commentsCity of Gainesville lawsuit sought to prove that HB 1645 violated state process and Florida Constitution.
Government + PoliticsGainesville, Alachua County extend $8 million radio sale amid delays Seth Johnson Sep 29, 20232 commentsNew state law could completely halt the sale.
FeaturedGNV votes to raise GRU rates, property taxes Seth Johnson Sep 7, 20239 commentsBudget relies on 29% property tax increase.
NewsGNV officials give information at storm meeting Seth Johnson Aug 28, 20230 commentsCity handed out 6,800 sandbags on Monday.
Government + PoliticsGNV preps for housing discussions, changes Seth Johnson Aug 10, 20232 commentsTwo neighborhood workshops set.
Local NewsCommission passes GRU budget, rate increases Seth Johnson Aug 9, 20237 commentsFinal votes to come at September meetings.
Local NewsGainesville sets up process for GRU control switch Camille Broadway Jul 27, 20233 commentsCommission directs staff to review ordinances, create plans while continuing legal challenge.
Government + PoliticsGainesville asks court to stop GRU changes Camille Broadway Jul 25, 20239 comments City files lawsuit to oppose switch in GRU governance to five-person independent board
NewsGRU’s fuel adjustment rate to drop in July Seth Johnson Jun 26, 20231 comment15 mill reduction mirrors April reduction.
Government + PoliticsGNV votes to divide power district, prep for bids Seth Johnson Jun 8, 20235 commentsAppraisals puts price at $22 million.
Government + PoliticsGRU to cut unfilled positions, reduce maintenance Seth Johnson May 15, 20236 commentsReductions come as next step in debt plan.
NewsGNV starts internal search for interim clerk Seth Johnson May 5, 20233 commentsNational auditor search to begin soon.
Government + PoliticsGNV establishes formula for GRU money transfer Seth Johnson May 4, 20232 commentsGPD updates on quarter statistics.
NewsGNV reapproves solar after redactions revealed Seth Johnson Apr 20, 20234 commentsStaff paused seven weeks to talk with legislators.
FeaturedGNV faces $16M loss to general budget to lower debt Seth Johnson Apr 13, 20233 commentsClemons files bill to change GRU leadership.
FeaturedGNV votes on salaries, updated on budget freezes Seth Johnson Apr 6, 20239 commentsCity has paused hiring 51 positions.
NewsGNV audit finds some issues with purchasing cards Camille Broadway Mar 7, 20232 commentsCity manager has reduced the number of employees with cards
NewsGNV passes first motions to address debt woes Seth Johnson Mar 2, 20235 commentsManager installs hiring, spending freezes.
Government + PoliticsBOCC approves $8M radio purchase, waits for GNV Seth Johnson Mar 1, 20232 commentsCity to vote Thursday on sale.
FeaturedGRU receives $22M wastewater grant Staff Reports Feb 15, 20230 commentsFunds earmarked for Main Street Water Reclamation Facility expansion project.
Government + PoliticsGainesville finalizes 3 of 4 charter officers Seth Johnson Feb 2, 20234 commentsMayor to renegotiate one contract.