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News

Prescribed Burn at Boulware Springs set for Feb. 6

Published on February 06, 2023

A prescribed burn is scheduled for today (Feb. 6) weather and site conditions permitting, at Boulware Springs, 3400 SE 15th St. beginning at 11 a.m. and ending before 5 p.m. This is an ecological fuel reduction burn, which will be conducted with support from the Florida Forest Service.

Cold Night Shelter Program Anticipated Feb. 3

Published on February 03, 2023

City of Gainesville officials anticipate severe weather conditions, including temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit during evening hours Friday, Feb. 3. The anticipated temperatures will lead to the activation of the city's Cold Night Shelter (CNS) Program, and it is expected to remain in effect until overnight low temperatures rise above 45 F.

City celebrates Black History Month throughout February

Published on February 02, 2023

The City of Gainesville observes Black History Month with a showcase of artwork, performances and remembrances this month at several city venues.

Gainesville awarded $8 Million USDOT grant to redesign University Ave.

Published on February 01, 2023

The City of Gainesville’s most famous thoroughfare will get a complete redesign thanks to an $8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation. The systematic transformation of University Avenue from busy main artery to community gem will cover a 4.15-mile stretch of roadway.

Dan Zhu, Ph.D., selected as city's first Chief Climate Officer

Published on January 31, 2023

The City of Gainesville is pleased to announce the selection of Dan Zhu, Ph.D., as its first Chief Climate Officer. Zhu moves into this new position from the Department of Sustainable Development, where she has worked since January 2022.

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Events

Downtown Parking Community Forum

February 08, 2023

Neighbors are invited to attend an upcoming community forum to help shape the future of downtown parking! The forum is designed to gather input from neighbors, stakeholders and businesses to identify any current concerns about parking in downtown, as well as gather ideas of a future desired state.

Richard E. Parker Alumni Band (Eastside High School) w/ R&B band 24/7

February 10, 2023

Join us Feb. 10 from 6:30-9 p.m. at Bo Diddley Plaza for Richard E. Parker Alumni Band of Eastside High School and a special collaboration with R&B band 24/7.

Smooth Flava Dance Party

February 12, 2023

Join Smooth Flava and your community for a line dance party!

2023 State of the City Address

February 14, 2023

Gainesville Mayor Harvey Ward cordially invites all neighbors to the 2023 State of the City Address at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14 at the Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention.

African American Women in Art & Literature

February 19, 2023

The City of Gainesville and the A. Quinn Jones Museum and Cultural Center present visual artist Yvonne Ferguson's African American Women in Art & Literature.

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The Financial and Operating Plan (the city's budget) is approved by the City Commission, and outlines the city's revenues and expenditure allocations for upcoming fiscal years along with the key priorities, areas for remedial action and areas for focus locally.