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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.

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.

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.

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Here in Gainesville, we believe in a compassionate and dignified approach to helping our houseless neighbors – an approach that starts with active listening.

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Beginning with the selection of a chief climate officer in January 2023, the City of Gainesville looks to bring together its climate initiatives and get residents involved.

Summer Youth Programs

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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

Storytime at Depot Park

June 20, 2025

Children and caregivers can read, laugh and sing at an outdoor story time led by library staff at Depot Park

Free Fridays Concert Series

June 20, 2025

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.

Freedom Fest 2025

June 21, 2025

Freedom Fest is a music & arts festival featuring live performances, food trucks, art exhibits, small business vendors, community organization booths, a children’s zone & activities for children and elders, as we celebrate Emancipation Day, Juneteenth, & the idea of freedom and equality for all!

Tha Cookout: A Juneteenth & Fatherhood Celebration

June 22, 2025

Tha Cookout is a celebration of Black Unity and Fatherhood. There will be food, music, lawn games, card games, dancing and family centered competitions.

15th Annual Virtual Employment Law Seminar

June 25, 2025

The City of Gainesville Office of Equity and Inclusion and the Alachua County Office of Equal Opportunity are hosting the 15th Annual Virtual Employment Law Seminar. This conference is free and will be held virtually Wednesday, June 25 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Eco Buddies

June 25, 2025

Come learn through play about the wonderful world of nature all around us with rotating weekly themes!

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City announces RTS service adjustments amid evolving UF partnership

Portion of NW Eigth Avenue to close Saturday, June 7, for road repairs

After deadly hurricane season, city officials stress storm readiness

Community Focus

Homeless Support Services

Office of Resiliency

Summer Youth Programs

Choice Neighborhood Initiative

Events

Events

Storytime at Depot Park

Free Fridays Concert Series

Freedom Fest 2025

Tha Cookout: A Juneteenth & Fatherhood Celebration

15th Annual Virtual Employment Law Seminar

Eco Buddies

City Meetings

City Meetings and Agendas

Your Tax Dollars

Your Tax Dollars at Work

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