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Prescribed Burn at Boulware Springs set for Feb. 6

Published on February 06, 2023

A prescribed burn is scheduled for today (Feb. 6) weather and site conditions permitting, at Boulware Springs, 3400 SE 15th St. beginning at 11 a.m. and ending before 5 p.m. This is an ecological fuel reduction burn, which will be conducted with support from the Florida Forest Service.

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Cold Night Shelter Program Anticipated Feb. 3

Published on February 03, 2023

City of Gainesville officials anticipate severe weather conditions, including temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit during evening hours Friday, Feb. 3. 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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City celebrates Black History Month throughout February

Published on February 02, 2023

The City of Gainesville observes Black History Month with a showcase of artwork, performances and remembrances this month at several city venues.

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Gainesville awarded $8 Million USDOT grant to redesign University Ave.

Published on February 01, 2023

The City of Gainesville’s most famous thoroughfare will get a complete redesign thanks to an $8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation. The systematic transformation of University Avenue from busy main artery to community gem will cover a 4.15-mile stretch of roadway.

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Dan Zhu, Ph.D., selected as city's first Chief Climate Officer

Published on January 31, 2023

The City of Gainesville is pleased to announce the selection of Dan Zhu, Ph.D., as its first Chief Climate Officer. Zhu moves into this new position from the Department of Sustainable Development, where she has worked since January 2022.

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Cold Night Shelter Program Anticipated Jan. 25-28

Published on January 25, 2023

City of Gainesville officials anticipate severe weather conditions, including temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit during evening hours Wednesday, Jan. 25-Saturday, Jan. 28. 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 Jan. 23

Published on January 23, 2023

City of Gainesville officials anticipate severe weather conditions, including temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit during evening hours, Monday, Jan. 23. 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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City Commission Appoints Four of Five Interim Charter Officers

Published on January 20, 2023

The Gainesville City Commission voted on Thursday to appoint four of the city’s five charter officers and remove the interim title. Expressing confidence in the work done by the interim charters during extended periods of service, the commissioners approved the positions for city manager, general manager of utilities, city attorney equity and inclusion director.

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Boulware Springs Open House Sunday, Jan. 22 3-5 p.m., 3300 SE 15th St.

Published on January 19, 2023

The City of Gainesville’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department and the Wild Spaces & Public Places program invite you to attend an open house to discuss future improvements at Boulware Springs

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GPD Takes Aim at Gun Crimes and Traffic Accidents

Published on January 19, 2023

Gainesville City Commission is taking aim at two of the community’s biggest safety concerns with a pair of motions approved today. By passing both items, commissioners will bring to GPD a new high-tech tool for solving gun crimes while also accepting Florida Department of Transportation funding that uses officer education to improve the safety of our road, streets and crosswalks.

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Prescribed Burn at Boulware Springs set for Feb. 6

Cold Night Shelter Program Anticipated Feb. 3

City celebrates Black History Month throughout February

Gainesville awarded $8 Million USDOT grant to redesign University Ave.

Dan Zhu, Ph.D., selected as city's first Chief Climate Officer

Cold Night Shelter Program Anticipated Jan. 25-28

Cold Night Shelter Program Anticipated Jan. 23

City Commission Appoints Four of Five Interim Charter Officers

Boulware Springs Open House Sunday, Jan. 22 3-5 p.m., 3300 SE 15th St.

GPD Takes Aim at Gun Crimes and Traffic Accidents

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