Home

City Meetings & Agendas

Watch public meetings, view public meeting schedules, agendas and minutes.

Public Safety & Gun Violence Prevention

View information on gun violence prevention initiatives, the police department and fire department.

Building & Development

Apply for a permit, schedule a site inspection or learn more about building, and zoning compliance.

Getting Around Gainesville

Explore parking options, bicycle and pedestrian access, RTS bus schedules, traffic cameras and more.

Garbage & Recycling

Find out your trash collection day, view our recycling guide and more.

Parks and Public Places

View the park directory, reserve a facility, report a park repair and more.

Report a Problem

Report graffiti, code violations, potholes, a problem tree and more.

Online Services, Permits & Payments

Pay for parking citations, parking permits, business taxes, property owner permits, and more.

News

City Observes Veterans Day Holiday

Published on November 06, 2024

In observance of the Veterans Day holiday, city offices will be closed Monday, Nov. 11.

Collection of yard debris left by Hurricanes Helene and Milton is proceeding on schedule in the City of Gainesville. Approximately 40,000 cubic yards of storm debris have been collected to date. The first pass is scheduled for completion this week, and a second pass for all streets is expected to be completed next week.

City showcases key services during field trip for young citizens

Published on November 04, 2024

In its 18th year, Celebrate City Government Day is a partnership between the City of Gainesville and Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS). This year’s students represented 11 public elementary schools throughout the county.

View More News

Community Focus

Homeless Support Services

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

Climate Action

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.

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.

UF Transit Services Agreement

In March 2024, University of Florida officials notified City of Gainesville leaders of their plans to let the current contract for RTS bus service expire on June 30, 2024 without renewal. Instead, UF officials proposed a month-to-month agreement with the City, beginning July 1 (as they explore other transportation options).

Events

Barnyard Buddies

November 06, 2024

Meet and learn about the farm animals at Morningside on Wednesdays at 3 p.m., September through May.

Compost Celebration Day

November 09, 2024

Tour the compost facility! Guided tours at 9 a.m., 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

43rd Annual Downtown Festival & Art Show

November 09, 2024

Visit downtown Gainesville to experience North Florida’s largest free street festival Saturday, November 9, and Sunday, November 10, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with special evening music and poetry performances.

Open House for University Avenue and West 13th Street

November 12, 2024

The City of Gainesville invites you to attend a public meeting to discuss proposed safety improvements on University Avenue (SR 26) from NW 22nd Street to SE 31st Street and W. 13th Street (SR 25) from SW 16th Avenue to NW 8th Avenue.

Transit Planning Public Meeting

November 12, 2024

Join us at a transit planning meeting, where attendees will have an opportunity to discuss and give feedback for the RTS service changes that will go into effect during the spring 2025 semester.

Safe Streets and Roads for All Action Plan Community Workshop

November 13, 2024

On Wednesday, Nov. 13, the City of Gainesville, together with Alachua County and the University of Florida, is hosting a community workshop to address pressing concerns about street safety, as well as bike and pedestrian infrastructure planning. The workshop will be held at the Harn Museum Auditorium (3259 Hull Road) from 4-6 p.m.

View More Events

City Meetings

City Meetings and Agendas

Your Tax Dollars

Your Tax Dollars at Work

City's Budget

The Financial and Operating Plan (the city's budget) is approved by the City Commission, and outlines the city's revenues and expenditure allocations for upcoming fiscal years along with the key priorities, areas for remedial action and areas for focus locally.

Explore Gainesville

Find parks, recreational centers, city government offices and facilities.

Enter your street address

Home

City Meetings & Agendas

Public Safety & Gun Violence Prevention

Building & Development

Getting Around Gainesville

Garbage & Recycling

Parks and Public Places

Report a Problem

Online Services, Permits & Payments

News

News

City Observes Veterans Day Holiday

Storm debris removal update

City showcases key services during field trip for young citizens

Community Focus

Homeless Support Services

Climate Action

Choice Neighborhood Initiative

UF Transit Services Agreement

Events

Events

Barnyard Buddies

Compost Celebration Day

43rd Annual Downtown Festival & Art Show

Open House for University Avenue and West 13th Street

Transit Planning Public Meeting

Safe Streets and Roads for All Action Plan Community Workshop

City Meetings

City Meetings and Agendas

Your Tax Dollars

Your Tax Dollars at Work

City's Budget

Capital Improvement Projects

Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area

Wild Spaces & Public Places

Explore Gainesville

Find parks, recreational centers, city government offices and facilities.