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Gainesville updates grant program to support larger downtown events

Published on March 06, 2025

The Downtown Events Grant Program successfully launched last fall through a pilot program that awarded amounts as large as $5,000 to 12 local businesses and organizations for event-related expenses such as advertising, equipment or facilities rental, entertainment, etc. Events supported through the program included the Flying Pig Parade 2024; Tu Fiesta Radio Festival 2024, etc.

City Celebrates Fiscal Achievement, Government Finance Professionals

Published on March 05, 2025

The Government Finance Officers Association has awarded Gainesville the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, as well as the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the 36th time, making the city second in the state for the number of awards received. .

Cold Night Shelter Program available March 5-6

Published on March 05, 2025

City of Gainesville officials anticipate severe weather conditions, including temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit, during the evening hours of Wednesday, March 5 and Thursday, March 6. 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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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.

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Bilingual Story Time at the Park

March 13, 2025

It's Bilingual Story Time! Interactive fun with stories and songs in English and Spanish. Perfect for preschoolers and toddlers.

SOAR: Science-Oriented Activities and Recreation

March 13, 2025

SOAR to discover science through this interactive program on the second Thursday of the month during the school year, at the Cone Park Branch library.

Barnyard Buddies

March 19, 2025

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

Healthy Afternoons with Gainesville Fire Rescue

March 19, 2025

Join Gainesville Fire Rescue for this free event series to learn about health with fun activities, and connect with community partners in a family-friendly space!

MTPO Long-Range Transportation Plan Workshop

March 24, 2025

The MTPO is hosting a public workshop for the Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). A Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) is a federally required document that outlines the region’s transportation vision, goals, and investment priorities for a 25-year horizon.

Bike to Anywhere Pit Stop

March 26, 2025

The Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board, with support from the City of Gainesville, is celebrating Florida Bike Month with a bicyclist “pit stop” on Wednesday, March 26 from 7-9 a.m. at the Helyx Bridge Plaza.

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Gainesville updates grant program to support larger downtown events

City Celebrates Fiscal Achievement, Government Finance Professionals

Cold Night Shelter Program available March 5-6

Community Focus

Summer Youth Programs

Homeless Support Services

Climate Action

Choice Neighborhood Initiative

Events

Events

Bilingual Story Time at the Park

SOAR: Science-Oriented Activities and Recreation

Barnyard Buddies

Healthy Afternoons with Gainesville Fire Rescue

MTPO Long-Range Transportation Plan Workshop

Bike to Anywhere Pit Stop

City Meetings

City Meetings and Agendas

Your Tax Dollars

Your Tax Dollars at Work

City's Budget

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