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Cold Night Shelter Program Anticipated March 18-20

Published on March 18, 2023

City of Gainesville officials anticipate severe weather conditions, including temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit during evening hours Saturday, March 18-Monday, March 20. 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.

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Cold Night Shelter Program Anticipated March 13-15

Published on March 13, 2023

City of Gainesville officials anticipate severe weather conditions, including temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit during evening hours, March 13-15. 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.

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Upcoming community meetings to focus on GPD K-9 Unit

Published on March 09, 2023

City of Gainesville leaders have scheduled two community meetings this month to inform neighbors about the status of the Gainesville Police Department K-9 Unit, hear from the community and answer questions.

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GPD and ASO establish agreement ensuring K-9 service

Published on March 08, 2023

On March 8, 2023, Gainesville City Manager Cynthia W. Curry, Alachua County Sheriff Clovis Watson Jr., Gainesville Police Department Chief Lonnie Scott and members of Sheriff Watson’s command staff, met in a joint effort to address public safety as it pertains to the use of law enforcement K-9’s within the City of Gainesville.

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Gainesville City Manager Pulls GPD Canine Unit Out of Service

Published on March 03, 2023

While voicing continued support for the Gainesville Police Department and its officers, Gainesville City Manager Cynthia W. Curry is temporarily removing from service the department’s Canine (K-9) Unit until further review.

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FDEP awards Gainesville $1.2 million grant

Published on March 02, 2023

The effort to cut back on greenhouse gas emissions will get a boost in Gainesville with a $1.2 million grant from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP).

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City sponsors free workshop on heirs’ property

Published on February 21, 2023

All neighbors are invited to attend the free workshop, “Protecting Your Home: Solutions to Heirs’ Property,” sponsored by the City of Gainesville and presented by Three Rivers Legal Services, Inc.

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Cold Night Shelter Program Anticipated Feb. 12-13

Published on February 12, 2023

City of Gainesville officials anticipate severe weather conditions, including temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit during evening hours Sunday, Feb. 12-Monday, Feb. 13.

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2023 State of the City address notes progress, future opportunities

Published on February 10, 2023

Gainesville Mayor Harvey Ward cordially invites all neighbors to the 2023 State of the City address. During the annual keynote, the mayor will highlight the city’s progress toward its strategic goals and vision for an equitable and inclusive Gainesville.

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City Releases $7.2M to Support Construction of Affordable Housing

Published on February 07, 2023

The City of Gainesville is making $7.2M in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding available to help lower-income neighbors rent or buy affordable homes. In order to receive the funding, developers must commit to build subsidized homes or apartments for families with incomes at or below 65% of the area median income (AMI) for new rental units and at 300% of the Gainesville federal poverty level.

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Cold Night Shelter Program Anticipated March 18-20

Cold Night Shelter Program Anticipated March 13-15

Upcoming community meetings to focus on GPD K-9 Unit

GPD and ASO establish agreement ensuring K-9 service

Gainesville City Manager Pulls GPD Canine Unit Out of Service

FDEP awards Gainesville $1.2 million grant

City sponsors free workshop on heirs’ property

Cold Night Shelter Program Anticipated Feb. 12-13

2023 State of the City address notes progress, future opportunities

City Releases $7.2M to Support Construction of Affordable Housing

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