Informational Sessions on Upcoming Disparity Study
The Office of Equity and Inclusion invites neighbors and members of the business community to two virtual informational meetings via Zoom to learn more about its upcoming disparity study.
The study is designed to identify disparities in the utilization of minority- and women-owned businesses (MBEs and WBEs) in city procurement. It also will assess whether MBEs and WBEs have the maximum opportunity to compete for, and participate in, the city’s procurement of prime contracts and subcontracts.
The city has secured Griffin & Strong, P.C. to administer the study and interview local business owners about their experiences doing business or attempting to do business with the city and within the Gainesville marketplace. Registration for the meetings is free and recommended but not required to participate. For additional information, email Griffin & Strong at gainesvillestudy@gspclaw.com.
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NW 14th and 15th Streets converted to one-way streets
The City of Gainesville is in the process of converting NW 14th and 15th Streets from University Avenue to NW Fifth Avenue from two-way streets to a one-way pair. Work on NW 15th Street is nearing completion, and NW 14th Street is expected to be complete in August.
This project is part of the Vision Zero action plan designed to eliminate deaths and serious injuries from traffic crashes, and the conversion of these streets from two-way to one-way will reduce potential conflicts between vehicles and bicyclists and pedestrians at the intersections with University Avenue. The reconfigured streets maintain existing on-street parking, and add bicycle lanes.
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Paid Parking in City Garage Resumes
Paid parking resumed in the SW Downtown Parking Garage (105 SW Third St.) on Tuesday, July 6. Please visit our website to check rates, purchase permits and more.
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Daily Rates
6 a.m.-6 p.m. – $1/hr ($6 max)
6 p.m.-6 a.m. – $5/night
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Monthly Rate
Unlimited access – $25/mo. +tax
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Discounted Quarterly Rate
Unlimited access – $20/mo. +tax
(advance purchase required)
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The SW Downtown Parking Garage is fully-automated; and there are no gates or cashiers stationed at the vehicular entry/exit lanes.
The garage operates on a pay-by-plate system and parking is paid using the Passport app, which is available for any smartphone.
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On-street neighborhood parking permits on sale soon
The City of Gainesville is no longer issue physical decals for on-street parking, as the permit is associated with the license plate. Parking permits for the 2021-22 permit cycle go on sale Monday, Aug. 2. The best way to purchase a permit is to purchase online. Please visit the parking webpage and review information before purchasing.
If you choose to apply for a permit in person, applications are accepted beginning at 8 a.m. each weekday except for Wednesdays, which starting at 9 a.m. Each resident will need to provide proof of residency, his or her driver license and the vehicle registration to show they qualify for the parking permit.
The neighborhood parking permit grace period runs from July 15-August 31, 2021. Citations will not be issued for lack of a valid permit; however, other parking violations will be cited and vehicles with outstanding citations may be booted or towed.
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Greater Duval Neighborhood visits Mobility Department
The Department of Mobility teams up each year with the Greater Duval Neighborhood Association to host a day long field trip. This year participants had a day of fun visiting the RTS hub, Fleet Management division and Traffic Operations Center.
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GHS, GPD partner to stop the violence
Thursday afternoon's 7-on-7 flag football game at Gainesville High between the GHS football team and the Gainesville Police Department wasn't just a game. It also wasn't about winning and losing. The score wasn't as important as the cause. "Let's ...
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Community Feedback Opportunities
Public Hearing for HUD-Funded Annual Action Plan
As a recipient of federal funds through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the City of Gainesville is required to submit an Annual Action Plan (AAP). The plan guides how the city will allocate its federal funds and carry out housing and community development activities annually by using funds to provide decent housing, a suitable living environment and expand economic opportunities for very-low, low, and moderate-income persons.
The city is holding a public hearing Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 1 p.m., in the City Hall Auditorium (200 E. University Ave.), regarding the city’s 2019-2020, 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 AAPs. This public hearing will be held during the General Policy Committee Meeting to provide the public with an opportunity to comment or ask questions about the AAPs and the city’s use of HUD funds. Comments on the AAPs and the Substantial Amendment will be accepted during a 30-day period from Friday, July 9, 2021 through Monday, Aug. 9, 2021.
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Strategic Connections
Connecting the city's strategic plan to our daily work to build an equitable and sustainable community for all neighbors.
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Equitable Community: Have equitable access for all neighbors to healthcare and other neighborhood services
UF adds mobile clinic stop in East Gainesville: UF added a new stop to its Mobile Outreach Clinic last week. Every Friday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., workers will station the mobile unit at Gainesville Technology Entrepreneurship Center (GTEC) off of Hawthorne Road. The clinic aims to reach those without insurance or adequate insurance who often do not have access to them. The City of Gainesville and UF are looking to install a more permanent medical base in east Gainesville. Read more...
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Gainesville Zero Waste News
Where You Can Drop Off Your Household Batteries For Recycling
Batteries power every cordless electronic device we have in our home, and our demand for more unplugged power is increasingly growing. While advances in battery technology are seemingly made daily to meet our need for more powerful batteries that are cheaper and lighter, there’s a limited supply of many of the elements used to make new batteries. It is critically important that we do our part and recycle our used rechargeable batteries to prevent future battery shortages.
Standard-sized batteries (AA, AAA, C, D, and 9-volt) are commonly used to power portable radios, flashlights, and small toys. These dry-cell alkaline batteries are also referred to as “single-use” or “disposable” batteries because they have limited recycling potential.
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Advisory Board and Committee Openings - Applications due July 30
Get involved in your community by volunteering to serve on one of these advisory boards/committees! The Gainesville City Commission is accepting applications for consideration to the following boards/committees:
- Historic Preservation Board, SHIP - Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, Citizen's Advisory Committee for Community Development, City Beautification Board and Fire Safety Board of Adjustment
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Preventing Car Burglaries
Car burglaries are the #1 crime in Gainesville.
Avoid being a victim and help reduce this crime by:
- keeping your valuables out of sight,
- locking your vehicles and
- taking your keys inside.
If your vehicle is burglarized:
- Call the police as soon as possible to report the incident
- If you see suspicious activity, call the police.
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City Commission Meetings
At the time of publication, the following City Commission meetings/workshops have been scheduled:
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Thursday, July 29 at 1 p.m.: Special City Commission meeting
For a listing of other board/committee meetings and agendas, please click here.
Live meeting coverage is available on Cox Cable Channel 12 and the City of Gainesville website.
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