Gainesville commissions local artist for GPD Art Fencing Project Published on August 07, 2026 Sarah Hinds' proposal, "Common Light," was selected through a competitive qualifications-based process. The composition plays with circular forms that evoke citrus slices, bicycle wheels, train wheels and sunlight simultaneously, allowing the imagery to remain open, recognizable and interconnected rather than literal. Flowing structural bands reference pathways, rail lines and the flow of music. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Community Safety, Media Releases, PRCA
Third public safety project breaks ground in Gainesville Published on July 31, 2026 For the third time in as many months, the City of Gainesville has broken ground on a public safety facility. The latest project is the Southwest Public Safety Center, a hurricane-hardened complex under construction near Archer Road and Interstate 75. The center will include a fire station with four engine bays, a dedicated Public Works warehouse and a community meeting room. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Gainesville Fire Rescue, Media Releases, Wild Spaces Public Places
Gainesville breaks ground on new Fire Station #3 Published on July 22, 2026 The 16,773-sq.ft. facility is being built near the corner of NE Eighth Ave. and Waldo Rd, just west of the existing station. Once completed in late 2027, the new facility will replace the current station with infrastructure that supports today's emergency response operations. It is one component of the NE Eighth Avenue/Waldo Road revitalization project. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy, Community Safety, Gainesville Fire Rescue, Media Releases, Wild Spaces Public Places
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. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy, Community Safety, GCRA, Gainesville Fire Rescue, Media Releases, Wild Spaces Public Places
Community feedback sought for GPD public art project Published on July 09, 2026 The public can view proposals from the three finalist artists online and submit feedback through July 31. The proposals also will be featured in a poster exhibition at the A. Quinn Jones Museum & Cultural Center from July 17-31. An opening reception is scheduled at the center at 6 p.m. July 17. Public comments will be considered by the Art in Public Places Trust during the final selection process. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Community Safety, Media Releases
Community Gun Violence Prevention Alliance launches new website Published on June 26, 2026 The site functions as a robust archive of information and resources, a database and community calendar. Along with datasets from the Gainesville Police Department and the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, users will find links to emergency services, crisis resources and volunteer opportunities. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Health & Lifestyle, Media Releases
Emergency officials warn against complacency this hurricane season Published on May 29, 2026 The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1. Even with NOAA predicting below-normal activity, it only takes one storm to cause major damage. Download Gainesville’s hurricane preparedness guide in English and Spanish and prepare now. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Gainesville Fire Rescue, Media Releases
Domestic violence prevention designated public safety priority Published on May 21, 2026 Chief Nelson Moya is adding a Criminal Investigations Bureau detective to assist with cases involving domestic and dating violence. GPD already is using a tool called the Lethality Assessment Program (LAP), which helps officers identify high-risk situations and connect victims with advocacy organizations, emergency services and groups specializing in prevention, intervention and survivor support. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Media Releases
Gainesville breaks ground on police property and evidence building Published on April 24, 2026 Gainesville city leaders and AJAX construction representatives officially broke ground April 24 at the site of the future Gainesville Police Department Property and Evidence Building. The three-story facility is expected to be completed in the summer of 2027. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Media Releases
Temporary No Entry Zone established for North Main Street wildfire Published on April 23, 2026 The city is instructing individuals in nearby woods to move to safer locations. This establishment of a No Entry Zone is a critical public safety measure to protect people from falling debris, uneven ground conditions and isolated hot spots. The new restriction also preserves evidence as the Florida Division of Agriculture and Consumer Services begins the fire investigation process. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Emergency Updates, Gainesville Fire Rescue, Media Releases