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Draft SHIP Annual Report available for review

Published on July 20, 2026

The City of Gainesville's Draft SHIP Annual Report is complete and is available for review and public comment. A 30-day review and comment period on the SHIP Annual Report will commence on Monday, July 20, 2026 and conclude on Friday, August 21, 2026.

City groundbreakings mark investment in public safety facilities

Published on July 20, 2026

City of Gainesville leaders invite area neighbors to the groundbreaking ceremonies this month of the new Fire Station #3 and the Southwest Public Safety Center, two public safety projects designed to strengthen fire and emergency response services across the city.

Gainesville City Commission to review Fiscal Year 2027 budget proposal

Published on July 15, 2026

Commissioners will review the scenarios provided, all with varying configurations of spending cuts and revenue options. The proposal recommended by the interim city manager does not include an increase to the city’s 6.7297 property tax millage rate but does suggest a higher fire assessment, departmental reductions of $1.4M, and utilizing $1.2M of excess fund balance within the Fleet Fund.

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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.

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

GFR Fire Station #3 Groundbreaking

July 22, 2026

You're invited to join City of Gainesville officials to a groundbreaking for the new Gainesville Fire Rescue (GFR) Station #3.

Healthy Afternoons with Gainesville Fire Rescue

July 22, 2026

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!

Food Trucks at Cornerstone

July 23, 2026

Every Thursday from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., the GCRA is hosting food trucks at GTEC (2153 SE Hawthorne Rd.)! Each week, a variety of food trucks will be at GTEC for the lunch hour and beyond!

Free Fridays Concert Series

July 24, 2026

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.

Free Sweetwater Wetlands Park Day

July 25, 2026

Celebrate Parks, Recreation and Culture Month at Sweetwater Wetlands Park! We’re excited to offer FREE admission to Sweetwater Wetlands Park on Saturday, July 25, 2026 as part of our month‑long celebration!

Business Matchmaker

July 31, 2026

This networking event is designed to connect you with valuable resources, prime contractors, fellow business owners, and government contractors.

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Draft SHIP Annual Report available for review

City groundbreakings mark investment in public safety facilities

Gainesville City Commission to review Fiscal Year 2027 budget proposal

Community Focus

Homeless Support Services

Choice Neighborhood Initiative

Events

Events

GFR Fire Station #3 Groundbreaking

Healthy Afternoons with Gainesville Fire Rescue

Food Trucks at Cornerstone

Free Fridays Concert Series

Free Sweetwater Wetlands Park Day

Business Matchmaker

City Meetings

City Meetings and Agendas

Your Tax Dollars

Your Tax Dollars at Work

City's Budget

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