Planning underway for third annual A Very GNV Holiday Parade Published on June 20, 2025 Planning is in full swing for the third annual A Very GNV Holiday Parade, set for Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025. The popular event once again will bring music, color and celebration to downtown Gainesville beginning at noon, followed by a holiday dance party, tree lighting at the Thomas Center and carriage rides through the Duckpond neighborhood. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases, PRCA
Gainesville celebrates renovations to Duval Nature Park Published on June 20, 2025 City leaders and area neighbors gathered at Duval Nature Park during a ribbon-cutting ceremony June 20 to mark the completion of renovations that began in early March. Created around the sight of a stormwater management facility in 2010, the park features several new improvements while maintaining its original environmental purpose to keep local neighborhoods safe from flooding. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Media Releases, PRCA
City announces RTS service adjustments amid evolving UF partnership Published on June 05, 2025 Regional Transit System changes finalized in late May were presented to the Gainesville City Commission at its meeting June 5. Riders will notice adjustments beginning June 30. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases, Transportation
Portion of NW Eigth Avenue to close Saturday, June 7, for road repairs Published on June 05, 2025 Public Works will close a portion of NW Eighth Avenue this Saturday, June 7, between 7 a.m.-3 p.m. as teams assess damage caused by a failed storm water pipe. The urban forestry team also will be on-site to structurally prune trees along the route while the roadway is closed to traffic. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Media Releases
After deadly hurricane season, city officials stress storm readiness Published on May 29, 2025 The city has published a new hurricane preparedness brochure, Prepare and Weather the Storm, to help neighbors make emergency plans ahead of what forecasters predict will be an above-normal hurricane season. The brochure includes information to help neighbors prepare well before hurricane watches and warnings are issued. It also lists key emergency contact information and resources. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Media Releases
Joseph (Shawn) Hillhouse selected as Gainesville’s new fire chief Published on May 29, 2025 After a nationwide search, the City of Gainesville has named Joseph (Shawn) Hillhouse as its next fire chief. He starts in the new role Monday, June 9. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Media Releases, Gainesville Fire Rescue
Gainesville events raise awareness about gun violence Published on May 27, 2025 Gainesville will join communities across the nation to raise awareness about gun violence, amplify the voices of survivors and build community as part of Gun Violence Awareness Month in June. The events are free and open to the public. Tagged as: , Announcements
City Observes Memorial Day May 26 Published on May 21, 2025 In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, city offices will be closed Monday, May 26. Tagged as: , Announcements
Gainesville honors local historic preservation champions Published on May 14, 2025 This year’s recipients of the City of Gainesville’s Historic Preservation Awards celebrated their love of Gainesville and shared the passions that drive their work. The fourth annual Historic Preservation Awards ceremony honored six recipients whose dedication to the field spans decades. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Business & Economy, Environment, Media Releases
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). Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases, Public Notices, Affordable Housing