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City Gives Neighbors Free ADU Plans and Announces Groundbreaking

Published on April 28, 2025

The City of Gainesville is proud to announce the launch of a new initiative to give neighbors free plans to build their own accessory dwelling units (ADUs).

Availability of CDBG and HOME Programs for Outside Agency Funding

Published on April 25, 2025

Next week, the City of Gainesville will begin accepting applications for the fiscal year 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program.

City Beautification Board honors area businesses and organizations

Published on April 24, 2025

At a recent ceremony, the Gainesville City Beautification Board recognized 10 local businesses and organizations with the 2025 Gainesville Beautification Awards for their outstanding efforts in improving the city’s urban environment. The recipients were selected across four categories: Commercial & Community Hubs, Community Initiatives (Non-Profit), Public Amenities, and Public Art.

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Homeless Support Services

Here in Gainesville, we believe in a compassionate and dignified approach to helping our houseless neighbors – an approach that starts with active listening.

Office of Resiliency

Beginning with the selection of a chief climate officer in January 2023, the City of Gainesville looks to bring together its climate initiatives and get residents involved.

Summer Youth Programs

Summer programs available for kids of all ages from a variety of organizations.

Choice Neighborhood Initiative

In September 2023, the City of Gainesville and the Gainesville Housing Authority (GHA) were awarded a $500,000 Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This grant will be used to create a plan to redevelop and revitalize neighborhoods in east Gainesville.

Events

Barnyard Buddies

May 14, 2025

Meet and learn about the farm animals at Morningside on Wednesdays at 3 p.m., September through May.

Free Fridays Concert Series

May 16, 2025

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features local and regional musical talent at the Bo Diddley Plaza. Our concerts under the stars showcase diverse musical acts sure to delight music lovers with classic rock, reggae, R & B, soul, ska, funk, blues and more.

Juneteenth Flag Raising and City of Gainesville Kickoff

May 20, 2025

The City of Gainesville embarks on our month-long Journey to Juneteenth celebration. Beginning from Florida Emancipation Day (May 20) through the widely-recognized Juneteenth holiday (June 19), we honor the turbulent, but resilient journey, while remaining true to our history of Florida Emancipation on May 20.

Healthy Afternoons with Gainesville Fire Rescue

May 21, 2025

Join Gainesville Fire Rescue for this free event series to learn about health with fun activities, and connect with community partners in a family-friendly space!

Music and Movement

May 22, 2025

Come jam out and dance with your little one!

Florida Emancipation Celebration

May 24, 2025

Food and fun for the whole family at the Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center (837 SE Seventh Ave.)

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Getting Around Gainesville

Garbage & Recycling

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Report a Problem

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News

City Gives Neighbors Free ADU Plans and Announces Groundbreaking

Availability of CDBG and HOME Programs for Outside Agency Funding

City Beautification Board honors area businesses and organizations

Community Focus

Homeless Support Services

Office of Resiliency

Summer Youth Programs

Choice Neighborhood Initiative

Events

Events

Barnyard Buddies

Free Fridays Concert Series

Juneteenth Flag Raising and City of Gainesville Kickoff

Healthy Afternoons with Gainesville Fire Rescue

Music and Movement

Florida Emancipation Celebration

City Meetings

City Meetings and Agendas

Your Tax Dollars

Your Tax Dollars at Work

City's Budget

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Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area

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