Government + Politics Gainesville finalizes open container ban with two special districts Seth Johnson Oct 26, 2023New regulations to start Jan. 1.
Government + Politics Gainesville to eliminate City Hall fountain, renovate entire plaza Seth Johnson Sep 28, 2023Construction could begin this winter.
Government + Politics GNV delays Boltin Center vote for design plans Seth Johnson Sep 21, 2023Center to return in November after community input session.
News Gainesville moves to reinstate open container ban Seth Johnson Sep 14, 2023Pre-pandemic ordinance on track to return Jan. 1.
Local News BOCC closes GRACE budget gap, studies larger role Seth Johnson Aug 29, 2023Alachua County examines taking control of outreach team and covering $350,000 shortfall.
Government + Politics GNV amends setbacks, criteria for substandard lots Seth Johnson Aug 18, 2023Gainesville says changes allow flexibility.
Government + Politics Mayor provides swing vote on open container motion Seth Johnson Aug 17, 2023Gainesville looks to ban open alcohol but support businesses.
Government + Politics GNV preps for housing discussions, changes Seth Johnson Aug 10, 2023Two neighborhood workshops set.
Local News GNV to repeal rental inspection program Camille Broadway Jul 27, 2023New state law invalidates city program that ensured rental units met health and safety standards.
Government + Politics Gainesville sets initial fire assessment rates Camille Broadway Jun 16, 20232024 will be the first year the city uses its new methodology for calculating the fire rate.
Government + Politics Gainesville City Commission resets zoning Seth Johnson Jun 1, 2023Commissioners to bring ideas on July 27.
Government + Politics GNV readies for final vote on exclusionary zoning Seth Johnson May 30, 2023State departments report no issues with repeal.
Government + Politics GNV selects firm to manage four Eastside projects Seth Johnson May 8, 2023City poised to invest millions in coming years.
News GNV starts internal search for interim clerk Seth Johnson May 5, 2023National auditor search to begin soon.
News GNV selects partial restoration for Boltin Center Seth Johnson Apr 27, 2023Project to cost $5.6 million.
News GNV reapproves solar after redactions revealed Seth Johnson Apr 20, 2023Staff paused seven weeks to talk with legislators.
News GNV continues zoning repeal plan in split vote Seth Johnson, Camille Broadway Apr 20, 2023Ordinances now sent to state, county.
Featured GNV votes on salaries, updated on budget freezes Seth Johnson Apr 6, 2023City has paused hiring 51 positions.
Government + Politics Gainesville to revitalize downtown power district Seth Johnson Mar 28, 2023Mayor hopes to see action in 2024.
News GNV chooses new fire assessment methodology Seth Johnson Mar 24, 2023New method shifts burden to larger facilities.
Government + Politics Gainesville schedules zoning special meeting Seth Johnson Mar 9, 2023Commission also hears sponsorship policy options.
Government + Politics Gym proposal climbs forward Seth Johnson Mar 9, 2023City to consider selling old RTS building.
News GNV passes first motions to address debt woes Seth Johnson Mar 2, 2023Manager installs hiring, spending freezes.
Government + Politics GNV Public Safety Committee holds first meeting Seth Johnson Feb 28, 2023Commissioners set agenda for next three meetings.