Gainesville public meetings in 2025

General Policy Committee

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Agenda Review - City Commission

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Police Advisory Council

The scheduled meeting for the City of Gainesville Police Advisory Council has been cancelled. No business items or specific discussions are listed in the provided agenda.

City Plan Board

The City Plan Board will review several land use amendments and rezoning petitions, including projects in Porters Quarters and at UF Health South Campus. The board will also discuss the ImagineGNV Comprehensive Plan update and elect new officers.

• Election of City Plan Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Porters Quarters land use change from Recreation to Residential Low
• Porters Quarters rezoning from Public Services and Operations to Single-Family/Multiple-Family Residential
• UF Health South Campus land use change to Office and rezoning to Medical Services
• Wawa fueling station and convenience store at 3349 SW Williston Road

The board approved multiple land use changes and rezoning petitions for UF Health South Campus, Chestnut NE 8th Ave, and the 800 Block E University Ave. The Porters Quarters Land Use Change was continued for 90 days, while its related rezoning was deferred to a future meeting. Additionally, the board approved a Wawa Special Use Permit and Major Development Plan.

• Approved agenda change to move elections to end of meeting (6-0)
• Approved October 23rd minutes (6-0)
• Elected Jason Sanchez as Board Chair and Nick Hill as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Approved denial order for UF Temporary Parking SUP (6-0)
• Continued Porters Quarters Land Use Change for 90 days (4-2)
• Deferred Porters Quarters Rezoning to a future meeting (6-0)
• Approved UF Health South Campus Land Use Change (6-0)
• Approved UF Health South Campus Rezoning (6-0)

City Commission - Regular Meeting

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Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board

The board meets to adopt the agenda, approve previous minutes, and receive a routine informational update from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs regarding the 2025 Gainesville Cultural Advisory Board. The listed item carries no fiscal impact and does not require a vote or policy change.

• Informational review of 2025 Gainesville Cultural Advisory Board updates (no fiscal impact)

No substantive decisions were made during this meeting. The agenda was not adopted and previous minutes were not approved due to a lack of quorum.

• Agenda adoption failed due to lack of quorum
• Approval of November and October minutes failed due to lack of quorum

Gainesville Human Rights Board

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Development Review Board

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Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will review five applications for funding under the Community Partnership Grant Program. The board is tasked with hearing presentations from applicants and awarding points via ballot to select recipients.

• Review of five Community Partnership Grant applications
• $10,000.00 budgeted for the Community Partnership Grants Program cycle
• 5th Avenue Arts Festival grant application
• Drive In Movie grant application
• Gainesville St Patrick's Day grant application

The Board reviewed grant applications for the Spring 2026 Community Partnership Grant awards. Following presentations from applicants, the Board awarded two points to the Gainesville St. Patrick's Day Celebration.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Awarded two points to Gainesville St. Patrick's Day Celebration

Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development

The Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development will hold a public hearing regarding the City's 2024-2025 CAPER. This report covers the CDBG and HOME programs to evaluate progress toward goals in the HUD 2023-2027 Consolidated Plan.

• Public hearing for 2024-2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) for CDBG and HOME programs

Public Recreation and Parks Board

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Gainesville Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will hear several code enforcement cases involving property violations. These cases include discussions regarding weeds, motor vehicles, accessory structures, and rubbish accumulation.

• Case SM 2025-066: Duncan Collins (Tax Parcel 13727-000-000) regarding outdoor display, motor vehicles, and rubbish
• Case SM 2025-076: Chestnut Charles III Heirs (NE 8th Ave/NE 12th St) regarding compliance and use interpretation
• Case SM 2025-090: Creek's Edge Condominium (1810 NW 23rd Blvd) regarding sidewalks, driveways, and accessory structures
• Case SM 2025-085: Knight Heirs & McNeill (3320 NW 17th St) regarding weeds and motor vehicles
• Case SM 2025-083: Butler Heirs & Butler (1009 NW 6th Pl) regarding accessory structures, rubbish, and exterior walls

The Special Magistrate issued guilty rulings against three properties involving administrative costs and potential daily fines. Several other cases were granted continuances, while six others were granted compliance or dismissal.

• Guilty ruling: Duncan Collins assessed $285.18 in costs with 10 days to comply before $25 daily fines begin
• Guilty ruling: Chestnut Charles III Heirs assessed $212.58 in costs with 30 days to comply before $50 daily fines begin
• Guilty ruling: Creek's Edge Condominium assessed $480.41 in costs with 10 days to comply before $100 daily fines begin
• Continuance granted: Knight Heirs & McNeill
• Continuance granted: Ferguson & Ferguson
• Compliance/Dismissal granted: Ward Elaine
• Compliance/Dismissal granted: Butler Heirs & Butler
• Compliance/Dismissal granted: Dickerson Daisy P Heirs

City Commission Workshop

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Nature Centers Commission

The commission will review staff updates, project progress, and November financials. Business discussion includes a vote on funding for a new tent canopy and discussions regarding award nominations and meeting times.

• Vote on funding allocation for a new tent canopy quote
• Review of WSPP projects
• Discussion of Star Nominations for Community Excellence Awards
• Discussion of rescheduling the monthly NCC meeting
• Review of November financial reports

General Policy Committee

The General Policy Committee will review comments regarding the ImagineGNV Comprehensive Plan update. The committee may provide guidance to Sustainable Development staff on necessary next steps.

• Review of 2025-910 ImagineGNV Comprehensive Plan Update
• Approval of November 13, 2025, meeting minutes

The General Policy Committee reviewed feedback regarding the ImagineGNV Comprehensive Plan update. No substantive actions or decisions were taken on the plan during this meeting.

• Adopted the agenda (7-0)
• Approved November 13, 2025, meeting minutes (7-0)

Agenda Review - City Commission

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Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority

The Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority is reviewing resolutions to fund PFAS treatment evaluations at the Kanapaha Water Reclamation Facility and lead service line inventory compliance. The board will also receive updates on utility status and a legal settlement regarding Jacob Rodgers.

• PFAS Treatment Evaluation: up to $1,100,000 in SRF loan/grant funding
• LCRR Service Line Inventory Compliance: request for up to $547,405 in SRF funding
• Jacob Rodgers Litigation Settlement: funding via the Electric System Rate Stabilization Fund
• State of the Utility: October 2025 monthly update

The Authority approved two resolutions to facilitate SRF loan agreements for water compliance. The funding involves a $19 million award through the SRF program intended for PFAS treatment evaluation at the Kanapaha Water Reclamation Facility and service line inventory activities.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved October 2025 State of the Utility update on consent
• Approved Jacob Rodgers litigation settlement funding source on consent
• Approved November 12, 2025, meeting minutes
• Heard CEO presentation regarding November 2025 events
• Approved SRF Loan and Grant Resolutions for PFAS treatment and LCRR compliance (3-0)

Joint City-County Commission Special Meeting

The Joint City-County Commission will hear a presentation regarding the creation of a Cultural Arts Center. The body will also discuss and take action on an update concerning food assistance and food system initiatives.

• Presentation on the development of a Cultural Arts Center
• Discussion and potential action on Food Assistance Update and Food System Initiatives

The Joint City-County Commission held a special meeting to hear staff presentations regarding a proposed Cultural Arts Center and a food assistance update. No substantive actions or votes were taken on these business items, which were marked as 'Heard'. Approval of the June 17, 2025, minutes was postponed until the January 15, 2026, meeting.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Tabled approval of June 17, 2025, minutes to the January 15, 2026, meeting

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will review an audit of asset management processes within the Financial Services Department. The committee is also scheduled to review the City Auditor's first quarterly report for fiscal year 2026.

• Review of Asset Management Processes audit in the Financial Services Department
• Review of City Auditor 1st Quarterly Report for FY 2026
• Approval of September 23, 2025, Audit Committee minutes

The Audit Committee approved the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes. The committee also approved the Asset Management Processes audit report and the City Auditor 1st Quarterly Report for recommendation to the City Commission.

• Approved September 23, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved 2025-975 Asset Management Processes audit report (3-0)
• Approved 2025-976 City Auditor 1st Quarterly Report (3-0)

Development Review Board

The Gainesville Development Review Board is reviewing two major development petitions on December 9, 2025. Staff recommends approval for a self-storage facility at 2002 NW 13th Street that requests a variance to the three-story height limit near single-family zoning, and an 11,000-square-foot equipment rental depot. These proposals would alter building heights and land use in their respective areas.

• Review of petition LD25-000077 for a 4-story, ~120,140 sq ft self-storage facility at 2002 NW 13th Street, including a height variance request near single-family zoning.
• Review of petition LD25-000009 for an 11,000 SF rental equipment facility with office space and service bays.
• Staff recommends approval for both development petitions.

The board approved the Major Development Plan for Hills United Rental and a self-storage project at NW 13th Street. The self-storage proposal underwent two votes, passing 3-1 after an initial failed motion.

• Approved October 28th meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved NW 13th Street Self-Storage Major Development Plan and Variance (3-1)
• Approved Hills United Rental Major Development Plan (4-0)
• Postponed board elections to next meeting

City Beautification Board

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City Commission Special Meeting

The City Commission will review annual performance evaluations and pay increases for Charter Officers. The commission is also scheduled to elect a Mayor-Commissioner Pro Tempore for the 2026 term and discuss subcommittee assignments.

• Charter Officers' annual performance evaluations and pay increases (approx. $21,894.30)
• Election of Mayor-Commissioner Pro Tempore for the 2026 term
• Discussion of City Commission Subcommittee Assignments for 2026

The City Commission approved pay increases for several charter officers and appointed Commissioner Casey Willits as Mayor-Commissioner Pro Tempore for 2026. The Commission also directed the Mayor to make various subcommittee assignments effective January 1, 2026.

• Approved 3% pay increases for City Attorney, City Auditor, and Equal Opportunity Director (4-3)
• Approved 10% pay increase for City Clerk (4-3)
• Directed staff to return with professional development and special merit plan options (4-3)
• Appointed Commissioner Casey Willits as Mayor-Commissioner Pro Tempore for 2026 (7-0)
• Approved 2026 subcommittee assignments including Audit, Finance, and Library boards (7-0)

City Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Commission will review several real estate transactions for conservation and trail construction. The agenda also includes funding for a downtown pedestrian safety study and sewer design work.

• Purchase of property for Urban Forest conservation for $107,000
• Purchase of parcels for SW 47th Avenue Phase 2 Multiuse Trail and Neighborhood Park for $462,855
• Reallocation of $27,900 for a Downtown Pedestrian Signalization Safety Study
• Task assignment with Jones Edmunds, Inc. for Brittany Estates Lift Station Design for $198,406
• Update on American Rescue Plan Act projects and budget adjustments

The City Commission approved a capital improvement revenue note not to exceed $22,000,000. Several ordinances were passed, including the local designation of 'The Gainesville Lodge' and two historic property tax exemptions. A motion to discontinue the West 10th and West 12th Street one-way pair project failed.

• Approved $22M Capital Improvement Revenue Note (7-0)
• Approved rezoning for 2.6 acres on SW Archer Rd (6-1)
• Approved historic designation for 'The Gainesville Lodge' at 413 West University Avenue (7-0)
• Approved historic property tax exemption for 1021 NE 4th Street (7-0)
• Approved historic property tax exemption for 425 NE 3rd Street (7-0)
• Accepted land donation from 17 Acres MOL 62nd Blvd LLC (7-0)
• Approved $107,000 real property purchase for urban forest conservation (7-0)
• Approved $462,855 real property purchase for SW 47th Avenue trail and park (7-0)

Gainesville Art in Public Places Trust

The Gainesville Art in Public Places Trust will discuss updates regarding public art projects. This business discussion item is presented by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs.

• Public Art Projects Updates (2025-966)

Sunshine Meeting

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Historic Preservation Board

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The Board discussed potential uses and markers for removed rainbow bricks from city crosswalks. Staff presented the current and proposed Historic Preservation elements of the Comprehensive Plan for future review.

• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (9-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (9-0)

Downtown Advisory Board

The Downtown Advisory Board will review proposed changes to its own rules and procedures regarding document titles and officer elections. The board will also review a log of previous recommendations sent to the City Commission to discuss next steps.

• Amendment to the Rules and Procedures of the Gainesville Downtown Advisory Board (2025-954)
• Review of Downtown Advisory Board Recommendations to the City Commission (2025-285)

The Board approved an amendment to its Rules and Procedures regarding the document title and officer election language. Members also received reports on a signalization project costing $27,900 and various downtown holiday activations.

• Appointed Jacob Ihde as Acting Chair
• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Amended the Rules and Procedures regarding document title and officer elections

Joint Water and Climate Policy Board

The Joint Water and Climate Policy Board will review a presentation regarding the status of the Countywide Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan. The board is also scheduled to consider approving meeting dates for 2026.

• Presentation on the Countywide Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan update
• Proposed 2026 meeting dates

The Joint Water and Climate Policy Board approved the agenda and several sets of past meeting minutes. The board also approved the proposed schedule for 2026 meetings, which includes an addition on August 3, 2026. A presentation regarding the Countywide Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan was heard by the board.

• Approved the agenda (6-0)
• Approved minutes from Sept 9, 2024, Aug 4, 2025, and Oct 6, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved 2026 meeting dates (6-0)

Agenda Review - City Commission

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General Policy Committee

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City Plan Board

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Agenda Review - City Commission

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Development Review Board

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MTPO Subcommittee

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City Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Commission will review several consent agenda items including a workers' compensation settlement and board resignations. The meeting also includes discussions on police recruitment grants, community program sponsorships, and annual investment performance reports.

• $60,000 settlement of Havis Valesquez’s workers’ compensation claim
• Use of up to $14,190 in State Forfeiture Funds for Gainesville Area Community Tennis Association
• Participation in FDLE recruitment and retention program totaling $30,420.00
• Retroactive approval of 2025 Holiday Parade MOU with Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation
• Review of Fiscal Year End 2025 City Investment Performance Report

The Commission approved several resolutions including grant applications for Regional Transit System paratransit and rural services. They also accepted the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee’s 2025 Incentives and Recommendations Report for submittal to the Florida Housing Finance Corporation.

• Approved $60,000 workers' compensation settlement (On Consent)
• Authorized up to $14,190 for Gainesville Area Community Tennis Association (On Consent)
• Approved RTS paratransit and replacement van grant application (6-0)
• Approved RTS rural area transportation service grant application (6-0)
• Accepted 2025 Incentives and Recommendations Report for affordable housing (7-0)
• Adopted Charter Amendment Special Election 2025 receiving report (7-0)

Police Advisory Council

The Police Advisory Council will review the 2025 Annual Report for potential submission to the City Commission. The meeting also includes a presentation on laws regarding motorcycles and individual motorized vehicles, as well as a hearing of closed internal affairs cases from October 2025.

• Review and approval of the Police Advisory Council Annual Report
• Presentation on laws relating to motorcycles and individual modes of transportation
• Hearing of closed internal affairs cases for October 2025

The Council approved the annual report for forwarding to the City Commission. Members also heard a presentation on motorcycle and individual mode of transportation laws and discussed several closed internal affairs cases.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved October 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved annual report for City Commission review

Regional Transit System Advisory Board

The Regional Transit System Advisory Board will hear a presentation regarding proposed service changes for Spring 2026. Members will also elect a chairperson and vice chairperson to serve during 2026 meetings.

• Presentation on proposed Spring 2026 Service Changes
• Election of board chairperson and vice chairperson for 2026
• Staff updates from Regional Transit System staff
• RTS to receive ~$9.9 million from University of Florida and $835,000 from Santa Fe College in FY 2025-26

The Regional Transit System Advisory Board approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. The board also elected its officers to serve during meetings beginning in January 2026.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved the September 24, 2025, meeting minutes
• Elected Oscar Santiago Perez as Chairperson
• Elected Michael Lim as Vice Chairperson

Gainesville Human Rights Board

The Gainesville Human Rights Board will meet to review the minutes from July 16, 2025. The board is also scheduled to hear an investigative report regarding a complaint of discrimination filed by Cristina Moffitt against T-Mobile.

• Review of Investigative Report for Complaint of Discrimination EO-E-2025-04 (Cristina Moffitt vs. T-Mobile)
• Approval of July 16, 2025 meeting minutes

Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board

The Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board will convene for a routine procedural session with no public hearings or fiscal items on the docket. The board plans to adopt its agenda, approve October meeting minutes, and receive an update from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs.

• Approval of October 2025 meeting minutes
• Routine update from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs (Item 2025-934)
• Scheduling of the next board meeting for December 17, 2025

Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board will hear a presentation regarding the Trust for Public Lands' efforts on the Newberry to High Springs Rail Corridor. The board will also discuss participation in the December 6 holiday parade.

• Discussion of TPL efforts on Newberry to High Springs Rail Corridor
• Holiday Parade discussion involving $250 set aside for purchases
• Staff updates regarding Share the Road Memorial and new bike repair stand
• Notification of two vacant seats: one MTPO-appointed and one City-appointed

The Board reviewed a presentation regarding a shared use path connecting Newberry to High Springs. Members discussed various local issues including intersection safety, park landscaping, and electric micromobility speed limits. No substantive votes or formal actions were taken during this meeting.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Agreed to review Trust For Public Lands letter of support at January meeting

Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board

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Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the Fiscal Year End 2025 City Investment Performance Report and a proposed Evergreen Cemetery Trust Fund investment policy. The committee will also discuss financial transactions between Gainesville Regional Utilities and General Government, as well as a sixth budget amendment for the fiscal year.

• Fiscal Year End 2025 City Investment Performance Report
• Evergreen Cemetery Trust Fund Investment Policy Statement
• Update on GRU/City financial transactions showing $1,791,285 due to Gainesville Regional Utilities
• Sixth Budget Amendment to the FY 2025 General Government Financial and Operating Plan Budget

The Finance Committee approved the Fiscal Year End 2025 City Investment Performance Report and the Evergreen Cemetery Trust Fund Investment Policy Statement. The committee also approved a report regarding GRU/City financial transactions and recommended the sixth budget amendment for the FY 2025 General Government plan.

• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Accepted Fiscal Year End 2025 City Investment Performance Report and referred to City Commission (2-0)
• Approved Evergreen Cemetery Trust Fund Investment Policy Statement and referred to City Commission (2-0)
• Approved report regarding Fiscal Year 2025 GRU/City financial balances (2-0)
• Recommended adoption of the Sixth Budget Amendment to the FY 2025 General Government plan (2-0)

Pension Review Committee

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General Policy Committee

The General Policy Committee will receive an update on the FY 2026 IT Service Level Agreement for Gainesville Regional Utilities. Staff will also provide a progress report on the ImagineGNV Comprehensive Plan redrafting effort.

• Update on FY 2026 Gainesville-GRU IT Service Level Agreement totaling $3,703,541
• Progress update on the ImagineGNV Comprehensive Plan

The committee received an update on the FY 2026 IT Service Level Agreement with Gainesville Regional Utilities. Members also discussed the ImagineGNV Comprehensive Plan Update, which will return to the January 22, 2026 meeting.

• Adopted the agenda (6-0)
• Approved October 23, 2025, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Received update on FY 2026 IT Service Level Agreement
• Scheduled ImagineGNV Comprehensive Plan discussion for January 22, 2026

Gainesville Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review several code enforcement cases involving property violations. The agenda includes requests for reduction or rescission of penalties, new cases to be heard, and requests for continuances.

• Reduction/Rescission request: 1456 SE 22nd Ave (rubbish/garbage)
• Reduction/Rescission request: 414 SE 10th Ave (weeds and accessory structures)
• Reduction/Rescission request: 610/616 SE 13th Ter (exterior doors, screens, and walls)
• Case to be heard: 416 SE 15th St (interior surfaces, smoke alarms, and stairs)
• Continuance requests for properties including 1009 NW 6th Pl and 2438 NW 57th Pl

The Special Magistrate rescinded fines to $0.00 for three cases following staff recommendations. One case was ruled guilty, requiring administrative costs and potential daily fines. Several other cases were granted continuances or dismissed due to compliance.

• Rescinded fines to $0.00 for BEVILACQUA CYNTHIA J
• Rescinded fines to $0.00 for HOUSE PANTHER HOLDINGS LLC TRUSTEE
• Rescinded fines to $0.00 for HPH ROCKWOOD LLC
• Found CLAY LAWRENCE guilty; assessed $198.18 in costs and potential $100 daily fines
• Granted continuances for five cases including DUNCAN COLLINS and WARD ELAINE
• Granted compliance/dismissal for six cases including KCAP RE FUND II LLC

Nature Centers Commission

The Nature Centers Commission will review updates from staff and Friends of Nature Parks. The commission is scheduled to hear a report on annual habitat management goals and vote on the re-approval of funds for canopy.

• Review of WSPP project updates
• Review of October financial reports
• Report on 2-27 Annual Habitat Management Goals
• Vote on NCC funds re-approval for Canopy

BOT of The Consolidated Police Officers and Firefighters Retirement Plan

The Board of Trustees will review several investment performance reports and market condition updates. Multiple investment managers and consultants are scheduled to present their portfolio data to the Board.

• Presentation by Winslow regarding the Winslow Large Cap Growth Equity Portfolio
• Presentation by Fred Alger regarding the Alger Capital Appreciation portfolio
• Presentation by Capital Group regarding The Growth Fund of America
• Presentation by Mariner investment consultant regarding plan performance and asset allocations

The Board decided to terminate the Plan's U.S. Large Cap Growth Equity allocation with Sustainable Growth Advisors (SGA). The resulting assets will be split equally between Winslow and Fred Alger. Additionally, the Board authorized a request from SGA to increase position size limits.

• Approved agenda adoption
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Authorized Board Chairman to sign documentation for KTMC books and records request regarding Guess? Inc.
• Terminated U.S. Large Cap Growth Equity allocation with Sustainable Growth Advisors (SGA)
• Reallocated SGA assets 50/50 between Winslow and Fred Alger
• Approved SGA request to increase passive maximum position limits from 8% to 10%

City Beautification Board

The City Beautification Board will discuss upcoming initiatives and prepare an annual report for the City Commission. The board is also scheduled to approve minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion of future initiatives (2025-327)
• Discussion of upcoming Annual Report to the City Commission (2025-326)
• Approval of October 14, 2025 meeting minutes

No quorum was present at the meeting to take official votes. However, all six Board members subsequently approved the proposed 2025 Annual Report via email. The Board Chair is scheduled to present this report to the City Commission on December 4, 2025.

• Approved 2025 Annual Report via email (6 of 6 members)

Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority

The Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority is reviewing a proposal for annual underground drilling services. The board will also review a waiver regarding Federal Energy Regulatory Commission rules.

• Annual contract for horizontal directional drilling with D&D, Inc. and General Underground, LLC (approx. $2,500,000 annually)
• Review of GRU's waiver from FERC’s Independent Functioning Rule ($8,369 in legal expenses)
• September 2025 State of the Utility monthly update
• October 2025 GRU Review presentation

The Authority approved an annual contract for horizontal directional drilling services with D&D, Inc. and General Underground LLC. The agreement covers a three-year period with two optional one-year renewals. The Board also heard a presentation regarding the October 2025 GRU review.

• Approved agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Authorized annual contract for horizontal directional drilling services with D&D, Inc. and General Underground LLC (3-year term with two 1-year renewals)
• Approved issuance of purchase orders to D&D, Inc. and General Underground, LLC subject to budgeted amounts
• Heard CEO presentation on October 2025 GRU review

Agenda Review - City Commission

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Public Recreation and Parks Board

The Public Recreation and Parks Board will review division updates from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs for October 2025. The board will also discuss nominations for the 2025 Albert “Ray” Massey Volunteer Award.

• October 2025 Division updates from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs
• Discussion of 2025 Albert “Ray” Massey Volunteer Award nominations

SHIP - Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The SHIP Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will discuss upcoming member term expirations and the re-application process. The committee will also discuss new 'Yes-in-God’s-Backyard' (YIGBY) state legislation.

• Discussion of member terms, expiration dates, and re-application procedures
• Discussion of Yes-in-God’s-Backyard (YIGBY) new state legislation
• Approval of October 29, 2025, meeting minutes

The committee lacked a quorum for all agenda items. No decisions were made regarding previous minutes, member terms, or the Yes-in-God’s-Backyard presentation.

Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development

The Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development will review strategic planning for the upcoming fiscal year. This discussion focuses on the next steps for awarding CDBG and HOME funds for FY 2025-2026.

• Review of Strategic Planning for awarding CDBG and HOME funds for FY 2025-2026

City Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider several items including a bus lease agreement with Broward County Transit and various cultural and public safety grant awards. The agenda also includes a voluntary annexation petition for property on SW Archer Road and construction agreements for Heartwood Community amenities.

• Lease of 16 transit buses to Broward County Transit for $2,500 per month per bus
• FY26 Outside Agency cultural grants totaling $56,979
• FY26 Professional Arts Producing Institutions (PAPI) grants totaling $85,521
• Voluntary annexation petition for 26.65 acres on SW Archer Road
• Construction agreement with Oelrich Construction, Inc. for Heartwood Community amenities for $511,432

The City Commission approved a $100,000 allocation for the Bread of the Mighty Food Bank to address reduced SNAP benefits. Other actions included approving several consent agenda items and adopting multiple ordinances regarding water supply, rezoning, and land development.

• Allocated $100,000 to Bread of the Mighty Food Bank (6-0)
• Directed staff to amend real property policy (6-0)
• Approved surplus parcel conveyance to GRACE Marketplace (5-0)
• Approved Federal Highway Administration grant award (5-0)
• Adopted Water Supply Facilities Work Plan ordinance on second reading (5-0)
• Adopted Regional Transit System Eastside Transfer Station rezoning (5-0)
• Adopted Terwilliger School property rezoning on second reading (5-0)

Gainesville Art in Public Places Trust

The Trust will review updates regarding various public art projects. Members are also scheduled to approve the meeting minutes from October 1, 2025.

• Update on public art projects (2025-882)
• Approval of October 1, 2025, meeting minutes

Downtown Advisory Board

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Historic Preservation Board

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SHIP - Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The SHIP Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will review a draft report regarding housing incentives. Adoption of this annual report is required for the City to continue receiving funding from the State's SHIP Program.

• Adoption of 2025-825 Draft Incentives and Recommendations Report
• $1,048,888.00 in anticipated SHIP allocations for Fiscal Year 2025-26

The SHIP Affordable Housing Advisory Committee approved the final Draft Incentives and Recommendations Report (IRR). This action authorizes staff to submit the report to the City Commission.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved minutes from October 23, 2024, through October 14, 2025 (6-0)
• Adopted Draft Incentives and Recommendations Report (6-0)
• Authorized staff to submit the IRR to the City Commission (6-0)

SHIP - Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The City of Gainesville SHIP - Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is holding a joint meeting with the County committee. The members will discuss various items related to affordable housing in the community.

• 2025-860 City-County AHAC Discussion Topics

The committee voted 5-0 to adopt the meeting agenda. Staff presented discussion topics related to city and county affordable housing efforts for the members' review. No formal resolutions, funding approvals, or policy changes were enacted during this session.

• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)

Agenda Review - City Commission

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Development Review Board

The Development Review Board will review a major site plan for a medical office building on Archer Road. The board will also consider a variance request for a single-family dwelling on SE 17th Terrace.

• Variance request for 404 SE 17th Terrace to reduce front porch elevation, depth, and landscape frontage
• Major Site Plan Development for a 2-story medical office building at 4900 SW Archer Road

The board approved a variance for Habitat Homes and an Archer Rd medical office project. The medical office approval includes a condition that staff comments must be resolved before final approval.

• Approved July 22, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved 2025-856 Habitat Homes Variance LD25-000136 (6-0)
• Approved 2025-857 Archer Rd Medical Office LD25-000075 with condition to resolve staff comments (6-0)

SHIP - Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

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MTPO Subcommittee

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General Policy Committee

The committee will discuss the recruitment of a new City Manager and a potential $1 property transfer to GRACE Marketplace. Members are also reviewing a $460,000 loan recommendation for affordable rental housing and updates regarding solid waste programs.

• Discussion of City Manager recruitment
• Potential transfer of tax parcels to GRACE Marketplace for $1
• Proposed $460,000 loan for Hope @ Debra Heights affordable rental project
• Recommendation to sunset the Residential Curbside Food Waste Collection Pilot Program on December 31, 2025

The committee approved a $460,000 loan for the Hope @ Debra Heights project. It also directed the City Manager to end the curbside food waste collection pilot program on December 31, 2025.

• Approved $460,000 loan for Hope @ Debra Heights Affordable Rental Housing Project (6-0)
• Directed staff to bring back a resolution for GRACE Marketplace property transfer (6-0)
• Approved sunsetting the curbside food waste collection pilot program on Dec 31, 2025 (4-2)
• Directed City Manager to develop RFP/ITN for future food waste programs (6-0)
• Directed City Attorney to advertise ordinance regarding pharmacy drug collection and hauler reporting (6-0)
• Approved moving forward with commercial franchise fee restructuring (6-0)

City Plan Board

The City Plan Board will review a request for a special use permit regarding a surface parking lot. The Sustainable Development department is reviewing the petition for a temporary use at the subject property.

• 2025-852 UF Temporary Parking Special Use Permit LD25-000102 (B)

The City Plan Board denied petition LD25-000102 for a University of Florida temporary parking special use permit. The denial was based on the application not meeting Section 30-5.21 Subsections A and E. Two previous motions to deny or continue the item failed before the final vote.

• Approved September 25th meeting minutes
• Denied UF temporary parking special use permit LD25-000102 (5-2)

Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board

The Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board will meet to discuss updates from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs. The agenda also includes the adoption of the agenda and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Gainesville Cultural Advisory Board Updates (2025-847)

Police Advisory Council

The Police Advisory Council will review the 4th quarter update covering July 1, 2025, through September 30, 2025. This includes a status of meetings and a summary of closed internal affairs cases. The council will also review meeting minutes from August and September 2025.

• Review of 4th Quarter Update (July 1 - September 30, 2025) including closed internal affairs case summary
• Approval of August 27, 2025 and September 24, 2025 meeting minutes

The council approved the meeting agenda, the August 27 and September 17 minutes, and the 4th quarter update. Discussion included police organizational restructuring, staffing vacancies, and new laws regarding weapons and public encampments.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved August 27 and September 17 minutes
• Approved the 4th quarter update

Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board

The Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board will hold elections for leadership positions. Members are scheduled to nominate and vote for a Chair and a Vice Chair to serve two consecutive one-year terms.

• Election of GCRA Advisory Board Chair
• Election of GCRA Advisory Board Vice Chair

The Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board tabled the board elections for the Chair and Vice-Chair positions. The board also received updates regarding stadium construction costs at NE Eighth Ave. & Waldo Rd. and details on a new $2 million incentive program.

• Approved agenda adoption
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Tabled Board Elections until the November meeting

Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board will elect officers for one-year terms starting in October. The board will also discuss how to utilize its $10,100 annual allocation for Fiscal Year 2026.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-chairperson, and Secretary
• Discussion of FY26 budget utilization ($10,100.00)
• MTPO information items regarding work program and executive director recruitment
• MTPO General Planning Consulting Contract for SW 13th St and SW Archer Rd studies

The Board elected Sandy Smart as Chair and Michael Rubinstein as Vice-chair. Members approved spending $250 for Holiday Parade expenses and directed staff to explore expanding the Share the Road memorial at Depot Park and purchasing a bicycle repair station.

• Elected Sandy Smart as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Michael Rubinstein as Vice-chair (unanimous)
• Approved September 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Directed staff to explore expanding the Share the Road memorial at Depot Park
• Approved $250 for Holiday Parade expenses
• Directed staff to purchase one bicycle repair station

Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development

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City Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Commission is considering several consent agenda items including funding for a new training center and life insurance vendor selection. The meeting also includes various reports from the City Auditor regarding human resources, data security, and annual activities.

• $157,326 grant award for Gainesville Fire Rescue's Medication Assisted Treatment program
• Group Term Life insurance contract with The Hartford not to exceed $371,000
• $195,601.70 for the Gainesville Housing Authority E.L.I.T.E. Force Training Center
• $170,000 task assignment for South Main Street and SW Gainesville land use studies
• Resignation of Quinlan Richmond from the Development Review Board

The City Commission approved funding for Tier 3 business improvement grant applicants and the FY 2026 GCRA Downtown Gainesville Strategic Plan budget. Several other items, including various city contracts and grants, were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved Business Improvement Grant funding for Gainesville Historic Properties and Pleasant Street Civil Rights & Cultural Center (4-2)
• Approved FY 2026 GCRA Downtown Gainesville Strategic Plan budget (6-0)
• Accepted LSF Health Systems grant for substance use and mental health programs via consent agenda
• Accepted The Hartford as Group Term Life Insurance vendor via consent agenda
• Approved $195,601.70 for Gainesville Housing Authority E.L.I.T.E. Force Training Center via consent agenda
• Authorized $170,000 task assignment with EDA Consultants, Inc. via consent agenda
• Authorized $24,903 amendment for City Hall Plaza Renovation via consent agenda
• Authorized $487,880 agreement with Oelrich Construction, Inc. for Bivens Arm Marsh Restoration via consent agenda

SHIP - Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The SHIP Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will review a Draft Incentives and Recommendations Report. The committee is tasked with determining if any modifications to the report are necessary.

• Review of Draft Incentives and Recommendations Report (2025-825)
• State Housing Initiatives Partnership Program expected contribution: $1,048,888.00

The committee discussed the Draft Incentive and Recommendations report and recommended changes. The next meeting was rescheduled to October 29, 2025.

• Approved September 10, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended changes to Draft Incentive and Recommendations report (6-0)
• Rescheduled next meeting to October 29, 2025

City Beautification Board

The City Beautification Board will discuss upcoming initiatives and the preparation of an annual report for the City Commission. The board will also determine a new meeting date because the November meeting coincides with Veterans Day.

• Discussion of 2025-327 City Beautification Board Future Initiatives
• Discussion of 2025-326 Annual Report to the City Commission
• Approval of September 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment from Meg Boria-Meyer, Gainesville Giving Garden Founder

The Board approved the September 9, 2025 minutes and directed the Staff Liaison to consolidate a draft of the Annual Report for final review. Discussion on future initiatives was postponed until the next meeting.

• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Directed Staff Liaison to consolidate draft Annual Report and schedule presentation (5-0)
• Tabled discussion on Future Initiatives until next meeting

General Policy Committee

The General Policy Committee will consider a $2 million economic development incentive program for the 8th and Waldo corridor. Members will also review plans to revitalize the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Recreational Complex and Citizens Field.

• $2 million allocation for Corridor Improvement and Economic Development Incentive Program
• Revitalization plans for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Recreational Complex and Citizens Field
• City Commission meeting calendar and recess dates
• Discussion of City Manager recruitment

The committee approved a $2 million economic development program for the 8th and Waldo project. Members also authorized staff to proceed with the land sale of Citizens' Field to the SBCA under specific stipulations and directed solicitation for site design services.

• Approved Economic Development Incentive Program and $2M allocation (7-0)
• Extended economic development project to NE 26th Terrace (7-0)
• Authorized land sale of Citizens' Field to SBCA with stipulations (7-0)
• Directed staff to solicit architectural and engineering design services for site revitalization (7-0)
• Approved City Commission meeting calendar and recess dates (7-0)
• Continued City Manager recruitment discussion to next meeting

Gainesville Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will hear several code enforcement cases involving property violations. These cases include discussions regarding motor vehicles, accessory structures, and accumulation of rubbish or garbage.

• Case 25-005850: Duncan Collins (outdoor accessory display, motor vehicles, and rubbish/garbage)
• Case 25-008372: West John H at 1308 SE 1st Ave (accessory structures, motor vehicles, window/door frames, and rubbish/garbage)
• Case 25-005251: KCAP RE Fund II LLC at 2438 NW 57th Pl (roofs, drainage, and rubbish/garbage)
• Case 25-008841: Perrone Nicholas Velez at 2228 NW 44th Pl (accessory structures)
• Case 25-003148: Huddleston Alice Heirs at 709 NW 6th Ave (vacant structures/land and exterior walls)

Nature Centers Commission

The commission will review updates regarding staff, Friends of Nature Parks, and WSPP projects. Members will also discuss the Morningside Nature Center Nature Park Management Plan and select a nominating committee for officer elections.

• Morningside Nature Center Nature Park Management Plan report
• Selection of a nominating committee for election of officers
• Review of September financials
• Staff and Friends of Nature Parks updates
• WSPP project updates

Agenda Review - City Commission

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Public Recreation and Parks Board

The Public Recreation and Parks Board will hear updates regarding the FY26 PRCA budget. The board will also receive division updates for September 2025 from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs.

• FY26 PRCA Budget Update
• September Rec Board Division updates

Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority

The Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority is considering a natural gas prepayment transaction projected to save $645,000 annually. The board will also review an IT service agreement with the City of Gainesville and an agreement for solid waste and stormwater billing services.

• Natural gas prepayment resolution projected to generate $645K in annual savings
• FY26 Information Technology Service Level Agreement totaling $3,703,577.70
• Agreement for continued Solid Waste and Stormwater billing services
• Integrated Resource Plan update regarding electric system capacity and unit retirement

The Authority approved a 3% retroactive merit increase for CEO Ed Bielarski. The Board also authorized an amended agreement with the City of Gainesville regarding solid waste and stormwater billing services.

• Approved 3% merit increase for CEO Ed Bielarski, retroactive to June 2025
• Approved natural gas agreement with Municipal Gas Authority of Georgia and TD Bank
• Approved FY26 Information Technology Service Level Agreement between GRU and the City of Gainesville
• Approved amended agreement with the City of Gainesville for solid waste and stormwater billing services
• Heard Integrated Resource Plan update presentation
• Heard September 2025 GRU Review presentation

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will hear a presentation regarding a proposed development at 1021 SW 2nd Avenue. The board will also consider a public hearing for an Ad Valorem Application at 413 West University Avenue.

• Presentation on proposed new development at 1021 SW 2nd Avenue
• Public hearing for Petition HPAV-25-001 Ad Valorem Application at 413 West University Avenue

The Board approved a Part I application for the Historic Preservation Ad Valorem Tax Exemption program for 413 West University Avenue. The meeting also included a presentation regarding a potential building redesign at 1021 SW 2nd Avenue.

• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (9-0)
• Approved Part I Application for Historic Preservation Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for 413 West University Avenue (9-0)

Downtown Advisory Board

The Downtown Advisory Board will hear a presentation regarding the FY 2026 budget for the Downtown Gainesville Strategic Plan. The board is tasked with providing feedback and making a recommendation on this budget to the City Commission.

• FY 2026 Budget Review and Recommendation (Item 2025-790)

The Downtown Advisory Board reviewed the FY 2026 budget and recommended it to the Gainesville City Commission. The recommendation prioritizes business improvement grants and downtown events while suggesting a focus on website and social media marketing.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Recommended FY 2026 Budget to City Commission

Joint Water and Climate Policy Board

The Joint Water and Climate Policy Board will hear a presentation regarding spring water management. Ryan Smart of the Florida Springs Council will discuss the Santa Fe Basin Management Action Plan, minimum flows for the Lower Santa Fe and Ichetucknee Rivers and Springs, and the Springs Harm Rule.

• Florida Springs Council update on Santa Fe Basin Management Action Plan
• Discussion of Lower Santa Fe and Ichetucknee Rivers and Springs Minimum Flows and Levels (MFL)
• Presentation on the Springs Harm Rule

The Joint Water and Climate Policy Board approved the minutes from the August 4 and September 8, 2025 meetings. The board heard a presentation regarding the Florida Springs Council update.

• Approved August 4 and September 8 meeting minutes
• Heard Florida Springs Council presentation

City Commission - Regular Meeting

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City Commission Workshop

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SHIP - Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will evaluate applications for local government area of opportunity projects and state apartment incentive loan projects. Members are tasked with scoring these projects to recommend which should receive city funding.

• Review of Local Government Area of Opportunity project funding from a $460,000.00 budget
• Funding recommendation for State Apartment Incentive Loan (SAIL) projects at $37,500 each
• Evaluation of housing applications including Hope at Debra Heights and Royal Park Senior Apts
• Evaluation of housing applications including Oak Park, GHA First Build, and Skyline Square

The Committee recommended the highest-scoring Local Government Area of Opportunity project for presentation to the City Commission. It also voted to recommend both applicants under the State Apartment Incentive Loan program.

• Approved August 13, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended Hope Debra Heights for City Commission presentation (5-0)
• Recommended Oak Park and Skyline Square for SAIL funding (5-0)

Gainesville Art in Public Places Trust

The Trust will review an update regarding several public art projects. The meeting includes a discussion of the SW Annex Public Art and other project updates from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs.

• Update on 2025-786 Public Art Projects
• Discussion of SW Annex Public Art

City Plan Board

The City Plan Board will consider a text amendment to establish a Mobility Program. The board will also review petitions for a self-storage facility at Rural King and land use/rezoning changes for the Sheriff's Office expansion.

• Mobility Program Text Amendment (LD25-000058)
• Rural King Planned Development Amendment to allow a self-storage facility (LD25-000065)
• Sheriff's Office Expansion Land Use Change from Single Family to Public and Institutional Facilities (LD25-000095)
• Sheriff's Office Expansion Rezoning from Single Family to Public Services and Operations (LD25-000094)

The City Plan Board approved a Mobility Program text amendment with specific exemptions and fee reductions. The board also approved two petitions related to the Sheriff’s Office expansion and one for Rural King.

• Approved September 3rd meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Mobility Program Text Amendment LD25-000058 with changes (7-0)
• Approved Rural King Planned Development Amendment LD25-000065 (6-0)
• Approved Sheriff’s Office Expansion Land Use Change LD25-000095 (6-0)
• Approved Sheriff’s Office Expansion Rezoning LD25-000094 (6-0)

Pension Review Committee

The Pension Review Committee will hear presentations regarding the General Pension Plan's international growth strategy and general investment performance. The committee will also review a proposed meeting schedule for the 2026 calendar year.

• Presentation by Baillie Gifford Overseas Ltd. regarding International Growth Strategy
• Presentation by Mariner covering investment performance, asset allocations, and market conditions
• Review of the proposed 2026 Pension Review Committee meeting schedule

The committee reviewed investment presentations from Baillie Gifford and Mariner regarding portfolio performance and market risks. The members also approved the proposed meeting schedule for calendar year 2026.

• Approved the agenda
• Approved the minutes as recommended
• Approved the 2026 meeting schedule as recommended

General Policy Committee

The committee will consider an employment agreement for Interim City Manager Andrew Persons and potential updates to camping and traffic separator ordinances. Additional discussions include a presentation on insourcing RTS ADA Paratransit services and negotiating stormwater and solid waste fee collection.

• Employment agreement for Interim City Manager Andrew Persons
• Ordinance updates regarding camping/sleeping on city property and pedestrian traffic separators
• Presentation on the plan to insource RTS ADA Paratransit Service
• Extension of Bright Community Trust services through September 30, 2028
• Negotiation of new agreement for Stormwater and Solid Waste fee collection

The General Policy Committee approved an updated employment agreement for the Interim City Manager and extended the Bright Community Trust services agreement. The committee also referred public right-of-way ordinance updates to the City Attorney for further review.

• Approved interim employment agreement for Mr. Persons (7-0)
• Referred public right-of-way ordinances to City Attorney for review (5-2)
• Directed staff to engage community stakeholders regarding ordinance updates (7-0)
• Extended Bright Community Trust services agreement through September 30, 2028 (7-0)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate new GRU Authority fee collection agreement (7-0)

BOT of The Consolidated Police Officers and Firefighters Retirement Plan

The Board of Trustees will review the Fiscal Year 2026 budget for the Gainesville Police and Fire Retirement Plan. Members will also hear presentations from investment managers regarding cash overlay services and specific fund investments. Additionally, the board will discuss updates to the Investment Policy Statement to comply with state legislation.

• Fiscal Year 2026 Gainesville Police and Fire Retirement Plan Budget
• Presentation by Parametric Portfolio Associates regarding Cash Overlay service
• Presentation by Insight Investment regarding Bank of New York Mellon NSL Efficient Beta Fallen Angels Fund
• Presentation by Mariner regarding investment performance and market conditions
• Update to the Investment Policy Statement regarding Protecting Florida’s Investment Act

The Board of Trustees approved the Fiscal Year 2026 administrative budget and updated the Investment Policy Statement. They also authorized the Firefighters Union to use the Plan's actuary for bargaining services if the union pays the costs. Additionally, the Board approved a specific security investment by DGI that exceeded standard market cap limits.

• Approved adoption of the agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Authorized IAFF to use Foster & Foster for actuarial services if paid by union
• Directed Mariner to schedule presentations from Alger, American, and Winslow
• Approved DGI investment in a security outside prescribed market cap limits
• Approved Fiscal Year 2026 Administrative Budget
• Approved updated Investment Policy Statement
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule

City Commission Special Meeting

The City Commission will consider the final General Government Financial and Operating Plan Budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. The meeting also includes a vote on establishing a new property tax millage rate and amending the city's schedule of fees, rates, and charges.

• Adoption of FY 2026 Final General Government Financial and Operating Plan Budget totaling $466,872,174
• Establishment of a final millage rate of 6.7297 mills for fiscal year 2026
• Amendment of Appendix A Schedule of Fees, Rates, and Charges for FY 2026
• Proposed property tax revenue estimate of $77.5 million

The City Commission approved the final millage rate for Fiscal Year 2026 and the General Government Financial and Operating Plan Budget. The commission also adopted the updated Schedule of Fees, Rates, and Charges for FY 2026.

• Adopted agenda (6-0)
• Approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-682 Appendix A Schedule of Fees, Rates, and Charges FY 2026 (6-0)
• Established Final Millage Rate for Fiscal Year 2026 at 6.7297 mills (6-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-739 Final General Government Financial and Operating Plan Budget for FY 2025-2026 (7-0)

Agenda Review - City Commission

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Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board

The Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board will meet to discuss updates regarding the Gainesville Cultural Advisory Board. Staff from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs are expected to provide a report for board action.

• Gainesville Cultural Advisory Board Updates (Item 2025-764)

Regional Transit System Advisory Board

The Regional Transit System Advisory Board will receive staff updates regarding RTS operations, customer service, planning, and marketing. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the July 23, 2025, meeting.

• Staff updates on RTS Operations, Customer Service, Planning, and Marketing
• Approval of minutes from the July 23, 2025, regular meeting

The board discussed a proposed plan to bring ADA paratransit services in-house from MV Transportation. A presentation regarding this internal service is scheduled for the City Commission's General Policy Committee on September 25. Other discussions included fall service changes and the progress of the Text-Bus alert app.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved the previous meeting minutes

Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board will discuss a Florida Department of Transportation directive requiring the removal of rainbow-painted crosswalks and green-background sharrows to avoid withholding state transportation funds. Members will also review how to spend the board’s $10,100 FY26 allocation for pedestrian and bicycle projects before the fiscal year begins on October 1. Additionally, the board will consider an amendment to transition the regional transportation planning office into an independent organization with dedicated staff and approve the 2026 meeting calendar.

• Discussion of FDOT memo No. 25-01 requiring removal of nonconforming rainbow crosswalks and green-background sharrows
• Review of FY26 budget allocation of $10,100 for pedestrian and bicycle initiatives
• Consideration of an amendment to transition the regional transportation planning office to independent status with its own staff
• Review and recommendation on the 2026 meeting calendar for board and advisory committees

The Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board approved several administrative items and issued recommendations for city infrastructure planning. Members directed staff to evaluate streets for new cycling facilities where state requirements force the removal of nonconforming green-painted lane markings, and recommended adding bike lanes at a major intersection redesign. The board also authorized an inquiry into using meeting funds for regional summit registration fees. These decisions shape how Gainesville plans safer routes for cyclists and pedestrians while managing transportation planning resources.

• Approved amendment to the regional transportation work program
• Approved 2026 Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization calendar
• Recommended adding bicycling facilities at SW 13th Street and Stadium Road intersection redesign
• Recommended reevaluating streets for new cycling infrastructure where nonconforming green-painted lane markings are removed
• Recommended against placing shared-use lane markings on high-speed roadways
• Approved directing staff to inquire about using board funds for Florida Bicycle Summit registration fees

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will review several audit reports and strategic plans from the Office of the City Auditor. Discussion items include human resources recruiting processes and data security regarding a state-managed database.

• Audit of Human Resources Recruiting and Hiring Processes
• Audit of FLHSMV Internal Control and Data Security
• City Auditor Strategic Plan
• City Auditor Annual Report
• FY 2026 Annual Audit Agenda

The Audit Committee approved multiple audit reports including human resources processes and data security. The committee also approved the City Auditor Strategic Plan, the Annual Report, and the FY 2026 Annual Audit Agenda.

• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved March 25 and June 10, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Human Resources Recruiting and Hiring Processes audit report (3-0)
• Approved FLHSMV Internal Control and Data Security audit report (3-0)
• Approved City Auditor Strategic Plan (3-0)
• Approved City Auditor Annual Report (3-0)
• Approved FY 2026 Annual Audit Agenda (3-0)

Development Review Board

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City Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Commission will review several infrastructure agreements, including street conversions and park restroom construction. The meeting also includes the consideration of various advisory board appointments and resignations.

• Lease agreement for GPD property and evidence storage at $5,426 per month
• Guaranteed Maximum Price Agreement for Tom Petty Park restrooms in $718,300.00
• Guaranteed Maximum Price Agreement for W 10th Street and W 12th Street one-way pairs project in $1,191,732.00
• License agreement with Santa Fe College for use of NW 5th Street
• Grant application for Morningside Nature Center through the Florida Department of Environmental Protection

The Commission voted against a proposed asphalt parking lot expansion at Tom Petty Park. Other actions included approving several construction agreements and board appointments.

• Rejected Tom Petty Park parking lot expansion (5-0)
• Approved Santa Fe College license agreement for NW 5th Street (5-0)
• Approved RedSpeed Florida, LLC school zone speed camera contract (4-0)
• Approved $1,191,732.00 W 10th and W 12th Street road project (5-0)
• Approved $1,833,920.30 City Hall Plaza Refresh agreement (5-0)
• Approved GPD property lease with Southern Equity Investments, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $718,300.00 Tom Petty Park restroom and building project (5-0)
• Approved Russell Etling to City Board of Canvassers (5-0)

Gainesville Human Rights Board

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Police Advisory Council

The Police Advisory Council will review the Gainesville Police Department's second quarter update covering April 1 through June 30, 2025. The council will also hear the annual report regarding the department's response to resistance. Additionally, members are scheduled to discuss a working calendar for 2025-2027.

• Gainesville Police Department 2nd Quarter Update (April 1 - June 30, 2025)
• GPD Annual Response to Resistance Report
• 2025-2027 Police Advisory Council Working Calendar

The Police Advisory Council met on September 17, 2025, but no substantive decisions were made because there was no quorum. Sergeant Leah Hayes presented the Annual Response to Resistance report and Chief Moya presented the second quarter update.

• No substantive decisions made due to lack of quorum

Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development

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Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will review seven applications for funding under the Community Partnership Grant Program. The board is scheduled to hear presentations from applicants and use ballots to award points to a recipient.

• Review of 7 Community Partnership Grant Winter 2025 applications
• $10,000.00 budgeted for the Community Partnership Grants Program cycle

The Board reviewed presentations and staff scores for the Winter 2025 Community Partnership Grant applicants. Members voted to award two additional points to How Bazaar, bringing their total score to eight points.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Awarded two points to How Bazaar for Community Partnership Grant (Total: 8 pts)

Joint City-County Commission Special Meeting

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Nature Centers Commission

The commission will hear staff and Friends of Nature Parks updates. Members will also review the August WSPP project update, August financials, and a progress report on the Nature Park Management Plan.

• Staff and Friends of Nature Parks (FoNP) updates
• WSPP project budget update
• August financial report
• Nature Park Management Plan progress report

Gainesville Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will hear several code enforcement cases involving property violations. These include issues such as building standards, accumulation of rubbish, weeds, and hazardous trees.

• Case SM 2025-059: GNV City Center LLC at 223 S Main St (Building Standards/Rubbish)
• Case SM 2025-060: Ronan Jana S at 2930 NW 7th Ter (Vacant Structures/Weeds)
• Case SM 2025-061: American East Hospitality LLC at 2002 NW 13th St (Hazardous Trees)
• Case SM 2025-063: Karan of Gainesville LLC (Sign Maintenance/Weeds)
• Case SM 2025-068: Williams Shawneise Ivory at 1562 SE 1st Ave (Hazardous Trees)

The Special Magistrate found six properties in violation of city code, requiring administrative cost payments and compliance within specific timeframes. Several other cases were granted compliance or dismissal, and one continuance was granted.

• Found GNV CITY CENTER LLC guilty; assessed $239.60 plus costs with 10 days to comply
• Found RONAN JANA S guilty; assessed $219.40 plus costs with 10 days to comply
• Found AMERICAN EAST HOSPITALITY LLC guilty; assessed $281.60 plus costs with 10 days to comply
• Found KARAN OF GAINESVILLE LLC guilty; assessed $239.60 plus costs with 45 days to comply
• Found WILLIAMS SHAWNEISE IVORY guilty; assessed $193.48 plus costs with 30 days to comply
• Found HAMILTON LAWRENCE J guilty; assessed $154.45 plus costs with 10 days to comply
• Granted continuance for DUNCAN COLLINS
• Granted compliance/dismissal for seven cases

General Policy Committee

The General Policy Committee is considering updates to city ordinances regarding fence heights and public park activities. Discussions include establishing maximum height limits for front and rear yard fences and repealing code sections to allow skateboarding, rollerblading, and roller skating in public parks.

• Proposed fencing standards: 4-foot maximum for front yards and 8-foot maximum for rear yards
• Proposed repeal of City Code Section 18-20(19) to allow skateboarding, rollerblading, and roller skating in public parks

The committee directed staff to draft updates for fencing height limits in front and rear yards. Staff were also directed to draft an ordinance repealing current restrictions on skateboarding, rollerblading, and roller skating in public parks.

• Approved August 28 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Directed staff to draft new fencing height standards for front and rear yards (6-0)
• Directed staff to engage community and business organizations regarding fencing changes (6-0)
• Directed staff to draft an ordinance repealing restrictions on skateboarding in public parks (6-0)

Public Recreation and Parks Board

The Public Recreation and Parks Board will hear updates regarding the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs. The discussion includes August recreation board updates and a WSPP update.

• August Rec Board Updates (2025-701)
• August WSPP Update (2025-701B)

Agenda Review - City Commission

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Tree Advisory Board

The Tree Advisory Board will meet to discuss recommended revisions to Chapter 23 regarding trees. The meeting also includes updates from GRU, the Department of Sustainable Development, and Public Works.

• Chapter 23 Code Revision Discussion

Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority

The Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority is reviewing a contract modification for the Main St. Water Reclamation Facility upgrade. The board is also discussing the potential sale of the Cross Creek water and wastewater systems and seeking a waiver from federal energy regulations.

• Main St. Water Reclamation Facility Phase 2 construction contract modification up to $170 million
• Competitive sale process for Cross Creek Water and Wastewater Systems
• Request for waiver from FERC’s Independent Functioning Rule
• July 2025 State of the Utility monthly update

The Authority approved a contract modification for the Main Street Water Reclamation Facility not to exceed $170 million. It also authorized a request for a FERC waiver and directed the CEO to begin a competitive process for the potential sale of the Cross Creek water and wastewater systems.

• Approved contract modification for Main St. Water Reclamation Facility up to $170 million
• Approved request to seek a FERC waiver from the Independent Functioning Rule (not to exceed $20,000)
• Authorized CEO to initiate competitive process for potential sale of Cross Creek water and wastewater systems
• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes

City Commission Special Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing several financial items for the upcoming fiscal year. Discussions include a tentative property tax millage rate, a $466.8 million general government budget, and updates to various city fees and fire service assessments.

• Fire Services Special Assessment with an estimated gross revenue of approximately $15,375,035.00
• Ordinance 2025-682 revising the Appendix A Schedule of Fees, Rates, and Charges
• Tentative Millage Rate for FY26 proposed at 6.7297 mills
• FY26 Tentative General Government Financial and Operating Plan Budget totaling $466,872,174

The City Commission approved the fiscal year 2026 tentative millage rate of 6.7297 mills and the general government financial and operating plan budget. Additionally, the commission approved the annual fire services special assessment rates and the FY 2026 schedule of fees, rates, and charges.

• Approved Fire Assessment Annual Rate Resolution (6-1)
• Approved FY 2026 Schedule of Fees, Rates, and Charges (7-0)
• Set tentative millage rate at 6.7297 mills for FY 2026 (6-1)
• Adopted FY 2026 Financial and Operating Plan Budget (7-0)

Downtown Advisory Board

The Downtown Advisory Board will review point awards for the August 1, 2025, cycle of the Business Improvement Grant Program. The board's rankings will determine which applicants receive funding or proceed to the City Commission for awards exceeding $100,000.

• Review of Business Improvement Grant point awards for Tier 2 and 3 applicants
• Humblewood grant application (T1)
• City Church grant application (T2)
• Florida Theater grant application (T3)
• Gainesville Historic Properties - Seagle Building grant application (T3)

City Beautification Board

The City Beautification Board will review its upcoming annual report for the City Commission. Members will also discuss potential future initiatives.

• Discussion of the 2025 Annual Report to the City Commission
• Discussion of City Beautification Board Future Initiatives
• Approval of the May 13, 2025 meeting minutes

The Board discussed requirements for its upcoming Annual Report to the City Commission. Members also brainstormed various future initiatives including murals, pollinator gardens, and restaurant flower boxes.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved the May 13, 2025, meeting minutes (7-0)
• Continued discussion on the Annual Report to the City Commission
• Continued discussion on future initiatives

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will hear a presentation regarding the redevelopment of 1021 SW 2nd Avenue. The meeting also includes public hearings for Woodbury Row Phase IV and a rear addition at 718 SE 5th Avenue.

• Presentation on the redevelopment of 1021 SW 2nd Avenue
• COA 25-000-066 Woodbury Row Phase IV
• COA25-000-081 Rear addition at 718 SE 5th Avenue

The Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Woodbury Row Project, Phase IV, with one design condition regarding columns. A second certificate for alterations at 718 SE 5th Avenue was also approved. The Board received a presentation regarding a potential building redesign near 1021 SW 2nd Avenue.

• Approved Woodbury Row Project Phase IV COA with column revision condition (8-1)
• Approved 718 SE 5th Avenue COA (9-0)
• Adopted September 9, 2025 agenda (9-0)
• Approved August 5, 2025 minutes (9-0)

SHIP - Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

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Joint Water and Climate Policy Board

The Joint Water and Climate Policy Board will vote on a new municipal member to represent smaller municipalities. The board will also elect five new members to fill vacancies on the Alachua County Citizen Climate Advisory Committee.

• Selection of one new municipal member from nominees Jacob Fletcher, David Massey, or Shannon Boal
• Election of five new members for the Alachua County Citizen Climate Advisory Committee

The Joint Water and Climate Policy Board approved several new appointments for municipal and climate advisory roles. This included a new Municipal Member and multiple members for the Citizen Climate Advisory Committee.

• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Appointed Katherine Weitz as Municipal Member (5-0)
• Appointed Martha Monroe to Citizen-at-Large Climate Advisory Committee
• Appointed William Quinlan to Citizen-at-Large Climate Advisory Committee
• Appointed Sandy Vardaman to Citizen-at-Large Climate Advisory Committee
• Appointed Richard Devereaux to Alternate Citizen-at-Large Climate Advisory Committee
• Appointed Oliver Flanagan as Youth Member (5-0)

City Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Commission will review several grant awards, a regional transit service agreement, and an economic mobility program. Additionally, officials will discuss the Thelma A. Boltin Center project and potential land development code changes.

• Acceptance of a $55,000 state-funded grant for Gainesville Fire Rescue hazmat sustainment
• Age-based fare-free service agreement with Alachua County totaling $190,000
• ICMA Economic Special Assistants Program subaward agreement for $354,000
• Presentation on Thelma A. Boltin Center project involving $3,000,000 in available funds
• Ordinance to allow libraries and daycares via special use permit in Single-Family zoning

The City Commission authorized the Mayor to negotiate an employment contract with Andrew Persons as Interim City Manager. Additionally, commissioners approved a plan to reimagine the Thelma A. Boltin Center site as a trailhead connecting several local parks and trails.

• Authorized Mayor to negotiate contract for Andrew Persons as Interim City Manager (7-0)
• Approved reimagining of Thelma A. Boltin Center as a trailhead and community space (6-1)
• Approved modifications to Community Meetings with Notice Text Change petition (7-0)
• Adopted Land Development Code Amendment regarding libraries and daycares in SF zoning (7-0)
• Approved Fifth Budget Amendment to the FY 2025 General Government Financial and Operating Plan (6-0)
• Accepted $55,000.00 State-Funded HM-3B Grant Award on consent (7-0)
• Authorized Age-Based Fare-Free Service Agreement with Alachua County on consent (7-0)
• Approved ICMA Economic Special Assistants Program Subaward agreement on consent (7-0)

City Plan Board

The City Plan Board will review several land use and rezoning requests, including a proposed regional transit hub at the Eastside Transfer Station. Other items include a restaurant special use permit for The Dunbar and updates to the Engineering Design & Construction Manual.

• The Dunbar Special Use Permit to expand existing restaurant use
• Update to the City of Gainesville Engineering Design & Construction Manual
• Eastside Transfer Station land use change for a regional transit hub
• Eastside Transfer Station rezoning from Urban 8 to Public Services and Operations
• Archer Rd and SW 16th Ave land use change and rezoning

The City Plan Board approved several land use changes and rezoning requests for the Eastside Transfer Station, Archer Rd and SW 16th Ave, and 6th Ave Village. The board also approved an update to the Engineering Design & Construction Manual.

• Approved Dunbar Special Use Permit with conditions
• Approved Update to the Engineering Design & Construction Manual (5-2)
• Approved RTS Eastside Transfer Station Land Use Change (6-0)
• Approved RTS Eastside Transfer Station Rezoning (7-0)
• Approved Archer Rd and SW 16th Ave Land Use Change (6-0)
• Approved Archer Rd and SW 16th Ave Rezoning (6-0)
• Approved 6th Ave Village Land Use Change (7-0)
• Approved 6th Ave Village Rezoning (7-0)

Downtown Advisory Board

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Finance Committee

The committee will review a proposed fifth budget amendment for the FY 2025 General Government plan. Members will also receive updates on third-quarter budget monitoring and financial transactions between the City and Gainesville Regional Utilities.

• Fifth Budget Amendment to the FY 2025 General Government Financial and Operating Plan Budget
• FY 2025 Third Quarter Budget Monitoring Report with a projected $572,540 surplus
• Update on GRU/City financial transactions including a settled $1,536,573 balance

The Finance Committee approved the agenda and the minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting. The committee also recommended that the City Commission adopt the Fifth Budget Amendment to the FY 2025 General Government Financial and Operating Plan Budget.

• Adopted the agenda (3-0)
• Approved May 28, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Recommended adoption of the Fifth Budget Amendment to the FY 2025 General Government budget (3-0)

MTPO Subcommittee

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City Plan Board

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Pension Review Committee

The Pension Review Committee will meet to review the General Employees’ Pension Plan. The meeting includes presentations regarding specific investment strategies and overall plan performance.

• Presentation by Barrow Hanley Global Investors regarding the General Pension Plan's Large Cap Value Strategy
• Presentation by Mariner covering General Employees’ Pension Plan investment performance, asset allocations, and market conditions

The committee approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. External advisors presented on portfolio performance, market outlook, and economic factors affecting plan investments. No votes or substantive decisions were recorded.

• No substantive actions recorded; committee only heard informational presentations

General Policy Committee

The General Policy Committee is reviewing various city infrastructure and development projects. Discussions include bike lane traffic control device costs, the Streatery project update, and historical marker installations.

• Bike lane traffic control device costs ranging from $8,000 per mile for standard lanes to $400,000 per mile for protected lanes
• The Streatery Project construction estimate of $4.5 million
• NW Fifth Avenue / Pleasant Street Historic Heritage Trail project budget of $250,000
• Revised rules for the City Plan Board, Development Review Board, and Historic Preservation Board

The committee directed staff to redesign SW 6th Street with buffered bike lanes and physical protection. Members approved specific rules for The Streatery, including its name and a layout that maintains no regular vehicular traffic. Additionally, the committee approved the NW Fifth Avenue / Pleasant Street Historic Heritage Trail project.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved August 14 minutes (5-0)
• Directed staff to redesign SW 6th Street with buffered bike lanes (5-0)
• Failed motion for flexible roadway closing and food truck access at The Streatery (2-3)
• Approved directing staff to seek feedback on historic brick use for The Streatery (5-0)
• Approved The Streatery rules, name, and festival layout (3-2)
• Approved exploring temporary programming for The Streatery space (5-0)
• Approved NW Fifth Avenue / Pleasant Street Historic Heritage Trail project (5-0)

Agenda Review - City Commission

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Agenda Review - City Commission

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• No substantive items, votes, or discussions are listed in the provided text.

Police Advisory Council

The Police Advisory Council will meet to discuss the Gainesville Police Department's third quarter update. The council will also review several closed internal affairs cases.

• GPD 3rd Quarter Update (April - June, 2025)
• Review of closed internal affairs cases: IA 24-107, IA 25-012, IA 25-013 (002), and IA 25-019

The council approved the agenda, the May 28 minutes, and the 3rd Quarter report. Due to member availability, the September meeting was moved from September 24 to September 17.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved the May 28, 2025, meeting minutes
• Approved the 3rd Quarter update
• Moved the September meeting date to September 17

Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board

The Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board will review staff reports regarding board updates. The meeting includes a discussion of the 2025-653 Gainesville Cultural Advisory Board items.

• Gainesville Cultural Advisory Board Updates (2025-653)
• PRCAPhotoContest2025

BOT of The Consolidated Police Officers and Firefighters Retirement Plan

The Board of Trustees will hear presentations regarding the Consolidated Police Officers' and Firefighters' Retirement Plans. These discussions include an investment portfolio update and a report on market conditions.

• Presentation by Sustainable Growth Advisors regarding the SGA U.S. Large Cap Growth Equity Portfolio
• Presentation by Mariner covering investment performance, asset allocations, and market conditions

The Board of Trustees reviewed mandatory changes to the Investment Policy Statement regarding state statutes and scrutinized companies. Members also received presentations on large cap growth equity portfolios and overall plan investment performance.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved the previous meeting minutes as recommended

Development Review Board

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• No rezonings, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are listed in the provided text.

City Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Commission is considering several grant funding agreements with Alachua County for local infrastructure and public place projects. The agenda also includes a paratransit software purchase, a police union bargaining agreement ratification, and a regional transit service agreement.

• $207,565 task assignment for T.B. McPherson Recreation Complex Master Plan
• Grant agreements for N.E. 9th Street Reconstruction ($2,333,333) and Southwest Public Safety Center ($1,000,000)
• Ratification of Police Benevolent Association (PBA) three-year bargaining agreement
• $201,100 purchase of paratransit management software from Via Transportation Inc.
• Grant agreements for NE 31st Avenue Trail ($333,333), Thelma A. Boltin Center ($1,500,000), 8th and Waldo ($1,000,000), and Sweetwater Wetlands Park Visitors Center ($500,000)

The City Commission approved multiple grant funding agreements for local infrastructure and transit projects. The commission also authorized a master plan task assignment for the T.B. McPherson Recreation Complex and various personnel appointments.

• Approved $2,333,333 in infrastructure surtax for N.E. 9th Street Reconstruction (7-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 in infrastructure surtax for Southwest Public Safety Center (7-0)
• Ratified Police Benevolent Association bargaining agreement through September 30, 2028 (7-0)
• Approved $201,100 paratransit management software purchase from Via Transportation Inc. (7-0)
• Approved four grant agreements for Wild Spaces & Public Places projects totaling $3,333,333 (7-0)
• Authorized Transit Service Agreement with Alachua County (7-0)
• Adopted Regional Transit System Title VI Equity Program Plan 2025-2028 (7-0)
• Approved $207,565 T.B. McPherson Recreation Complex Master Plan task assignment (7-0)

Gainesville Human Rights Board

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Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board

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• No rezonings, contracts, fee changes, or public hearings are listed in the source document.

Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board will discuss proposals for allocating available discretionary funds before the end of fiscal year 2025. The board is also reviewing a request regarding bicycle safety courses for children.

• Discussion of $6,823 in remaining discretionary funds for FY25
• Review of Eco-Counter Select Items Catalog
• Member request to discuss bicycle safety courses for children

Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development

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Nature Centers Commission

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General Policy Committee

The Gainesville General Policy Committee will hear a staff presentation on the city’s FY 2026 budget development process. Staff will outline revenue and expenditure projections for all funds, along with proposed millage rate analyses and community grant allocations. The committee will discuss these updates and provide direction as needed; no final budget adoption or specific dollar amounts are scheduled for this meeting.

• FY 2026 Budget Development Update and revenue/expenditure projections for all funds
• Proposed millage rate analysis and homeowner impact estimates
• FY 2025–FY 2031 general fund projections
• Approval of minutes from the April 24, 2025 General Policy Committee meeting

The committee adopted a millage rate of 6.7297, which is .300 mills higher than the current rate. It also approved a fiscal package that reduces fleet fixed payments by 25%, unfreezes four police officer positions while freezing five others, and freezes 19.75 other city staff positions to close a funding gap using excess fund balance. Two alternative budget motions were defeated. The millage adjustment will change property tax calculations for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Adopted millage rate of 6.7297 (.300 mills higher than current) (6-1)
• Approved FY 2026 budget adjustments reducing fleet payments by 25% and adjusting police/staff positions (4-3)
• Rejected motion to retain 19 FTEs and freeze 9 police positions (3-4)
• Rejected alternative motion to unfreeze all police positions and cut fleet payments by 25% (3-4)
• Added Interim City Manager discussion to August 28 agenda (7-0)
• Approved April 24 meeting minutes (7-0)

Gainesville Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will hear several code enforcement cases involving property violations. The agenda includes hearings for specific case files, requests for continuances, and compliance or dismissal reviews.

• Case 25-003251: Cyclone Gainesville Piccadilly 234 LLC at 2220 SW 34th St Apt. 251 (Stairs and walking surfaces)
• Case 25-004821: Double O Investments Group Inc at 409 NE 11th St Apt 5 (General violation)
• Case 25-005839: Largay & Largay & Parkhurst at 602 NW 8th St (Window, skylight, door frames; premises identification; protective treatment)
• Case 25-004378: Holloway John W at 1523 NW 39th Dr (Accumulation of rubbish or garbage; sanitation)
• Continuance requests for cases involving Huddleston Alice Heirs and Kcap RE Fund II LLC

The Special Magistrate issued guilty rulings against Double O Investments Group Inc, Largay & Largay & Parkhurst, and John W. Holloway. The magistrate also granted several continuance requests and one compliance dismissal.

• Granted continuance for Cyclone Gainesville Piccadilly 234 LLC
• Found Double O Investments Group Inc guilty; assessed $194.07 in costs plus daily $25.00 fines after 10 days
• Found Largay & Largay & Parkhurst guilty; assessed $201.12 in costs plus daily $25.00 fines after 30 days
• Found Holloway John W guilty; assessed $128.90 in costs plus daily $50.00 fines after 10 days
• Granted continuance for Huddleston Alice Heirs
• Granted continuance for Kcap Re Fund II LLC
• Granted compliance/dismissal for Underberger Mark A

Agenda Review - City Commission

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• No substantive agenda items, rezonings, contracts, or fee changes are present in the provided text.

Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority

The Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority is reviewing several financial and operational updates. Key discussions include a groundwater recharge wetland project, an accelerated debt reduction transaction, and emergency management preparations.

• Accelerated debt reduction to decrease $18.2M in 2017 Series A Bonds and redeem $8.2M in 2014 Series A Bonds
• Groundwater Recharge Wetland project with a total cost of $16,610,000
• Amendment to design-build contract for groundwater wetland not to exceed $14,610,000
• Update on shared services and Service Level Agreements between GRU and the City

The Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority board approved contract amendments and grant adjustments for the Groundwater Recharge Wetland project, which is expected to finish in late 2028 or early 2029. The approval authorizes total project costs not exceeding $14,610,000 and adjusts state grant funding allocations. Board members also heard informational presentations on utility coverage metrics, July operations, hurricane emergency preparedness, and shared service agreements with the City of Gainesville.

• Approved Groundwater Recharge Wetland contract amendments and grant adjustments up to $14,610,000

Public Recreation and Parks Board

The Public Recreation and Parks Board will hear updates regarding the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs. The discussion includes July updates for the Recreation Board and WSPP.

• July Rec Board Updates (2025-636)
• July WSPP Updates

City Beautification Board

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Downtown Advisory Board

The Downtown Advisory Board will meet at City Hall to conduct regular business. The agenda includes a report from Vice Chair Allen regarding his presentation to the City Commission on August 7, 2025.

• Report by Vice Chair Allen on his August 7, 2025, presentation to the City Commission

The board discussed various downtown issues including pedestrian safety, business occupancy, and lighting projects. No substantive business items were presented for a vote during this session. The September meeting has been rescheduled to September 9, 2025.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Rescheduled September meeting to September 9, 2025

SHIP - Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The SHIP Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will review and approve its 2024 Annual Report to the City Commission, finalize a presentation for it, and appoint a member to present it. The committee will also review the May 1, 2025 Quarterly Housing Update covering October 1, 2024 through March 31, 2025. No funding allocations, policy changes, or binding votes are listed on this agenda.

• Approve minutes from the July 9, 2024 meeting
• Finalize and approve the 2024 AHAC Annual Report to the City Commission (Item 2025-590)
• Appoint a member to present the annual report at a City Commission meeting
• Review the May 1, 2025 Quarterly Housing Update covering October 1, 2024 through March 31, 2025 (Item 2025-592)

The committee approved the July 9, 2024, meeting minutes and the 2024 AHAC Report to the City Commission. The committee also approved a related PowerPoint presentation and the appointment of a member to present the report at a City Commission meeting.

• Approved July 9, 2024, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved 2024 AHAC Report to the City Commission (6-0)
• Approved 2024 AHAC Report PowerPoint presentation (6-0)
• Approved appointment of a member to present the report (6-0)

Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board

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BOT for the Gainesville General Employees Pension Plan

The Board of Trustees is reviewing the FY 2024 Actuarial Valuation Report for the Gainesville General Employees’ Pension Plan. The discussion includes proposed employer contribution rates for General Government and Gainesville Regional Utilities for fiscal year 2026.

• FY 2024 Actuarial Valuation Report showing 95.4% actuarial funding
• Proposed FY 2026 employer contribution rate of 6.27% for General Government
• Proposed FY 2026 employer contribution rate of 6.70% for Gainesville Regional Utilities
• Proposed total combined FY 2026 employer contribution rate of 6.51%
• Fixed FY 2026 employee contribution rate of 5.00%

The Board of Trustees approved the Fiscal Year 2024 Actuarial Valuation Report. The decision includes specific employer contribution rates for General Government and Gainesville Regional Utilities for fiscal year 2026.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved FY 2024 Actuarial Valuation Report (5-0)
• Approved FY 2026 General Government employer contribution rate of 6.27% (5-0)
• Approved FY 2026 Gainesville Regional Utilities employer contribution rate of 6.70% (5-0)
• Approved alternative FY 2026 total combined employer contribution rate of 6.51% (5-0)

City Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Commission will review several consent agenda items including legal settlement authorizations and a land purchase for forest conservation. The meeting also includes discussions on security camera replacements at transit stations and a bus lease agreement with Six Flags Entertainment Corporation.

• Settlement of $50,000 for Christina D’Andrea v. City of Gainesville
• Settlement of $100,000 for Francisca Hinz v. City of Gainesville
• Purchase of real property from Caldec Holding LLC for $230,000 for urban forest conservation
• Replacement of security cameras at Rosa Parks and Butler Plaza transit stations for $143,738.44
• Lease of six transit buses to Six Flags Entertainment Corporation for $6,473.70 per bus per month

The City Commission approved the purchase of real property for urban forest conservation and directed the replacement of non-conforming traffic control devices. Additionally, several items were passed via the consent agenda, including transit security upgrades and legal settlements.

• Approved $230,000 purchase of real property for urban forest conservation (5-0)
• Approved replacement of security camera systems at Regional Transit System transfer stations (5-0)
• Approved transit bus lease agreement with Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (5-0)
• Approved settlement of Christina D’Andrea v. City of Gainesville (5-0)
• Approved settlement of Francisca Hinz v. City of Gainesville (5-0)
• Approved replacement of non-conforming crosswalks and green shared-lane markings (5-0)
• Approved renaming a portion of NE 1st Street to Terry Fleming Street (5-0)
• Approved staff direction to return with options for relocating rainbow art installations (5-0)

Downtown Advisory Board

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Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for Woodbury Row Phase IV. Staff has recommended approval subject to specific conditions regarding window alignments, building height transitions, and design revisions.

• Certificate of Appropriateness COA25-000-066 for Woodbury Row Phase IV at 1006 SW 6th Avenue
• Review of Historic Preservation Board Attendance Spreadsheets

The Historic Preservation Board continued the Woodbury Row Phase IV application to allow the project architect more time to work with staff on building design revisions. The board reviewed conditions regarding window alignments, porch supports, and unit removal for the South Building.

• Adopted the August 5, 2025 agenda (8-0)
• Approved the July 1, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Continued Woodbury Row Phase IV application to next meeting (8-0)

Joint Water and Climate Policy Board

The Joint Water and Climate Policy Board will consider selecting a new member to represent smaller municipalities. The board will also receive an update on the implementation of the City of Gainesville Resiliency Plan.

• Selection of a new municipal member from nominees Shannon Boal, David Massey, or Jacob Fletcher
• City of Gainesville Resiliency Plan Implementation Update

The Joint Water and Climate Policy Board convened on August 4, 2025, for information purposes only. No agenda items were voted on because a quorum was not present. Staff provided updates on the Climate Action Plan review schedule, an extended advisory committee deadline, and a November climate summit location. Commissioners discussed cooling centers, water concerns, and sinkhole tracking without taking formal action.

• No substantive decisions made; meeting called for information only due to lack of quorum

MTPO Subcommittee

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General Policy Committee

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City Commission Special Meeting

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Agenda Review - City Commission

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City Plan Board

The City Plan Board will review several land use and rezoning petitions. Discussions include a special use permit for a restaurant expansion and multiple requests regarding the Terwilliger property. The board will also consider an update to the city's engineering design and construction manual.

• Special use permit to expand existing restaurant use at The Dunbar
• Land use change for parcel 06655-003-000 from Education to Urban Mixed Use
• Rezoning for parcel 06655-003-000 from Education to Urban Zone 6
• Update to the City of Gainesville Engineering Design & Construction Manual

The City Plan Board approved a land use change and a rezoning petition for the Terwilliger property. The Dunbar Special Use Permit was continued to the next meeting, and an update to the Engineering Design & Construction Manual was not heard due to a lack of quorum.

• Appointed Stephanie Sutton as Chair
• Approved June 26th meeting minutes
• Approved Terwilliger Land Use Change LD25-000071
• Approved Terwilliger Rezoning LD25-000070
• Continued The Dunbar Special Use Permit LD25-000039 to next month

General Policy Committee

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Police Advisory Council

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Agenda Review - City Commission

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Regional Transit System Advisory Board

The Regional Transit System Advisory Board is reviewing staff presentations on fall 2025 route adjustments, Title VI equity compliance plans, and budget conditions for service changes. The board will discuss whether to accept the proposed schedule modifications with a clause that reverts routes if costs rise, and whether to recommend open access for UF Campus Connectors. These items outline planned bus schedules and funding parameters that determine local ridership access and ensure federal equity compliance standards are met.

• Fall 2025 service change presentation outlining proposed route adjustments
• Proposal to accept schedule changes only if budget increases trigger a return to original routes
• Recommendation that UF Campus Connectors be available to all riders regardless of university affiliation
• Title VI Equity Analysis and 2025-2028 Program Plan presentations for board review

The Board approved upcoming Fall 2025 service changes with a condition regarding future budget increases. They also endorsed the Title VI Analysis and Program Plan Update, which will go before the commission in August.

• Approved March 26, 2025 minutes
• Approved Fall 2025 service changes with a condition to reconsider original routes if budget increases occur
• Approved recommendation that UF Campus Connectors be available to all potential route users
• Endorsed Title VI Analysis and Program Plan Update

Development Review Board

The Development Review Board will review a major development plan for an Alachua County facility, approve minutes from its June meeting, and hold public comments. Staff recommends approving the land conservation project with conditions.

• Review of Major Development Plan LD25-000030 for an Alachua County Land Conservation Facility office and field operations site
• Staff recommendation to approve the project with conditions, including parking, utilities, and stormwater management features
• Approval of minutes from the June 24, 2025 Development Review Board meeting

MTPO Subcommittee

The provided document contains no substantive agenda items or meeting details. It consists of empty fields and software interface placeholders.

City Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Commission will review several consent and regular agenda items including city auditor updates, board appointments, and interlocal agreements. Key discussions involve funding for waste management equipment, commercial door maintenance, and creek restoration.

• Sole source purchase of 75 Bigbelly trash and recycling receptacles for $589,518.00
• Award of Glen Springs Creek Restoration Project to BDI Marine Contractors, LLC for $439,933.80
• Contract for commercial door maintenance not to exceed $250,000 over five years
• Three-year contract for employment background check services totaling $60,000
• Extension of the Joint Climate and Water Policy Board agreement through December 31, 2030

The City Commission approved a wide range of items through the consent agenda, including infrastructure awards, grant acceptances, and legal settlements. Major decisions included awarding construction and maintenance contracts for city projects and ratifying labor agreements.

• Awarded Glen Springs Creek Restoration Project to BDI Marine Contractors, LLC ($439,933.80)
• Awarded NE 31st Avenue Multiuse Trail Project to R. E. Arnold Construction, Inc. ($1,499,900.00)
• Awarded employment background check services to HireRight, LLC ($180,000 over three years)
• Awarded commercial door maintenance and repair contract to Florida Door & Operator LLC (not to exceed $250,000)
• Approved farebox software upgrade from Genfare LLC ($143,172 over three years)
• Ratified Communications Workers of America agreements for non-supervisory and supervisory units through 2027
• Accepted LSF Health Systems grant for substance abuse and mental health ($304,526)
• Approved legal settlements for Erica Presson, Lisel Cummings, Katlin Milton, and Jordan Ardley

Gainesville Human Rights Board

The Gainesville Human Rights Board will meet to discuss an investigative report related to Daymond Hamler v. Contemporary Management Concepts. The board is tasked with hearing the report and determining if action is necessary.

• Review of Investigative Report EO-E-2025-03 regarding Daymond Hamler v. Contemporary Management Concepts
• Approval of April 16, 2025 meeting minutes

The board adopted its agenda and approved the April 16, 2025 meeting minutes. Members also voted 4-0 to formally hear an investigative report on a discrimination complaint (EO-E-2025-03) involving Daymond Hamler and Contemporary Management Concepts.

• Adopted meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved April 16, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Voted to hear investigative report on discrimination complaint EO-E-2025-03 (4-0)

Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board

The Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board will hear a presentation regarding budget prioritization for fiscal year 2026. The discussion focuses on funding levels for the Downtown Gainesville Strategic Plan.

• Downtown FY 2026 Funding Prioritization (B) presentation and discussion

The advisory board held a meeting to hear a budget presentation regarding the Downtown Gainesville Strategic Plan. No substantive votes or decisions were recorded in the provided minutes.

• Agenda adopted via motion by Richard Allen and second by Kaitlin Alexander

Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development

The Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development will hold a public hearing regarding the Program Year 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan. This item is being presented by the Housing and Development Department.

• Public Hearing on the Program Year 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan (2025-558)

Nature Centers Commission

The Nature Centers Commission will review staff and Friends of Nature Parks updates. The commission will also receive reports regarding WSPP projects and June financial updates.

• Approval of minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting
• Staff and Friends of Nature Parks (FoNP) updates
• June WSPP project update
• June financial review

Gainesville Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review several code enforcement cases involving property violations. The agenda includes requests for reduction or rescission of penalties, case hearings, and continuances.

• Reduction/Rescission Request: 2039 NW 3rd Ave (Darren Silverman)
• Case Hearing: 4114 NW 12th Terr (Pawlik Gunter) regarding weeds, accessory structures, and rubbish
• Case Hearing: 4216 NW 10th St (Thomas & Williams W/H) regarding dangerous structures and accessory structures
• Case Hearing: 618 S Main St Ste 10 (700 Soma LLC) regarding sign maintenance
• Continuance Request: 709 NW 6th Ave (Huddleston Alice Heirs)

The Special Magistrate rescinded all fines for the Darren Silverman case. Three other code enforcement cases were found guilty, requiring administrative cost payments and compliance within 10 days to avoid daily fines. Several other cases were granted compliance or dismissal.

• Rescinded fines for SM 2025-020 (Darren Silverman) to $0.00
• Found Pawlik Gunter guilty; assessed $209.81 in administrative costs plus other costs
• Found Thomas & Williams W/H guilty; assessed $183.85 in administrative costs plus other costs
• Found 700 Soma LLC guilty; assessed $242.54 in administrative costs plus other costs
• Granted continuance for SM 2025-048 (Huddleston Alice Heirs)
• Granted compliance/dismissal for SM 2025-043 (Queen Michael K)
• Granted compliance/dismissal for SM 2025-045 (JR Investments LLC and Lawrenceville LLC)
• Granted compliance/dismissal for seven total cases including Wulf Christopher E and Star Garage Holdings LLC

General Policy Committee

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Tree Advisory Board

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Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority

The Authority will review the State of the Utility monthly update for May 2025 and a new recurring GRU Review item. The GRU Review is intended to supplement monthly updates with significant events since the last meeting.

• Approval of June 11, 2025, meeting minutes
• State of the Utility, Monthly Update May 2025
• GRU Review, June 2025

The Board listened to a presentation from CEO Bielarski regarding the state of the utility, including customer disconnection metrics and natural gas bids. Discussion included software updates, AMI installation status, and ongoing legal battles involving the City's lawsuit against GRU. No formal actions or resolutions were taken during this meeting.

• Approved previous meeting minutes

Public Recreation and Parks Board

The Gainesville Public Recreation and Parks Board scheduled a meeting for July 9, 2025. The provided text is purely procedural boilerplate and contains no listed items for discussion or decision. Residents should consult the official city records for updates on parks, recreation programs, or public facility matters.

• No rezonings, contracts, fee changes, ordinances, or public hearings are listed in the provided text.

Agenda Review - City Commission

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Downtown Advisory Board

The Downtown Advisory Board will hear a presentation regarding funding prioritization for the FY 2026 Downtown Gainesville Strategic Plan. The board will also review a log of previous recommendations submitted to the City Commission.

• FY 2026 Budget Funding Prioritization for the Downtown Gainesville Strategic Plan
• Review of Downtown Advisory Board recommendations to the City Commission

The board heard a presentation regarding the FY 2026 budget. Members also reviewed data on downtown business vacancies and potential beautification efforts, including banners on University Ave.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Heard FY 2026 budget presentation

SHIP - Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will hear a staff presentation regarding the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program and the Local Housing Assistance Plan. The discussion focuses on how these programs impact the City's efforts to increase access to affordable housing.

• Discussion of the Local Housing Assistance Plan (B)
• Review of SHIP Program impacts on affordable housing access
• Note that the SHIP Program allocated an average of $1,287,961 annually from FY 2021-22 to FY 2024-25

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee heard a staff presentation regarding the SHIP program and the Local Housing Assistance Plan. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this meeting.

• Agenda adopted (6-0)

City Commission - Regular Meeting

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Historic Preservation Board

The Board will hear a consultant update regarding the 5th Avenue/Pleasant Street Heritage Trail. Additionally, several public hearings are scheduled for window replacements, wall replacements, and new construction.

• Update on 5th Avenue/Pleasant Street Heritage Trail
• Window request at 612 NE 4th Avenue
• Breezeblock wall replacement at 606 NE 1st Street
• Demolition and new construction at 1236 NW 4th Avenue

The Historic Preservation Board approved several Certificate of Appropriateness requests. This included a window request at 612 NE 4th Avenue, a breezeblock wall replacement at 606 NE 1st Street, and demolition with new construction at 1236 NW 4th Avenue subject to specific conditions.

• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved window request for 612 NE 4th Avenue (6-0)
• Approved breezeblock wall replacement at 606 NE 1st Street (6-0)
• Approved demolition and new construction at 1236 NW 4th Avenue with conditions (5-1)

Downtown Advisory Board

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Pension Review Committee

The Pension Review Committee will review several investment-related presentations regarding the General Pension Plan and General Employees’ Pension Plan. These discussions include specific strategies from investment managers and a report on market conditions.

• Presentation by Pzena Investment Management regarding Small Cap Focused Value Strategy
• Presentation by Silchester International Investors regarding International Intrinsic Value Strategy
• Presentation by Mariner covering pension plan investment performance, asset allocations, and market conditions

The committee heard presentations regarding U.S. small cap value and international value equity portfolios. Discussions included market outlooks, economic impacts, and manager fees.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved the previous meeting minutes as recommended

General Policy Committee

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City Plan Board

The City Plan Board will review a comprehensive plan amendment and a land development code text amendment to establish a Mobility Program. Additionally, the board is scheduled to discuss a local historic designation for The Gainesville Lodge.

• Comprehensive Plan Amendment to establish the Mobility Program (LD25-000059)
• Land Development Code Text Amendment to establish the Mobility Program (LD25-000058)
• Local Historic Designation Process for The Gainesville Lodge

The City Plan Board approved a Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the Mobility Program but continued a related text amendment to a future meeting. Additionally, the board voted to recommend denial of the local historic designation for the Gainesville Lodge.

• Approved Mobility Program Comprehensive Plan Amendment (5-0)
• Continued Mobility Program Text Amendment to July 24, 2025 (5-0)
• Recommended denial of local historic designation for the Gainesville Lodge (4-1)

Police Advisory Council

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Agenda Review - City Commission

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BOT of The Consolidated Police Officers and Firefighters Retirement Plan

The Board of Trustees will hear presentations from several investment managers regarding the retirement plan's assets. The discussion includes reviews of specific equity and industrial funds as well as overall market conditions.

• Presentation by Mawer on the Mawer International Equity Collective Investment Fund
• Presentation by Nuveen on the U.S. Cities Industrial Fund
• Presentation by Mariner regarding investment performance, asset allocations, and market conditions

The Board of Trustees reviewed presentations regarding international equity, industrial funds, and overall plan performance. Discussions included legislative changes regarding scrutinized countries and potential flexibility for 175 Share Plan distributions.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved the previous meeting minutes as recommended

Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will review six applications for funding under the Community Partnership Grant Program. The board is scheduled to hear presentations from applicants and use ballots to award points to a recipient.

• Review of 6 Community Partnership Grant Fall 2025 applications
• $20,000.00 budgeted for the Community Partnership Grants Program cycle
• Grant applicants include Bazar Block Party, Brazil Fest, Barry McLeod, Florida Core, Strenght In Sfrides, and The Fest

Development Review Board

The Gainesville Development Review Board will discuss two development requests on June 24, 2025. Staff recommends approving a major development plan for a new performing arts building, parking, and stormwater improvements at the Dance Alive site. The board will also review a variance request to adjust rear setback rules at 419 NW 12th Street to allow an accessory dwelling unit. These items are under staff review; no final decisions or votes are scheduled in this agenda.

• Review of Major Development Plan LD23-000157 for a Dance Alive performing arts building, parking, and stormwater improvements; staff recommends approval with conditions
• Public hearing/review of variance request LD25-000068 (VAR) to modify rear setback requirements at 419 NW 12th Street for an accessory dwelling unit
• Approval of minutes from the April 22, 2025 Development Review Board meeting

The Development Review Board approved a setback reduction for an accessory dwelling unit at the Oliphant property. The board also approved the construction of a performing arts building for Dance Alive with conditions.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 22, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Oliphant variance to reduce rear yard setback from 10 feet to 5 feet for an accessory dwelling unit (5-0)
• Approved Dance Alive performing arts building construction with conditions (5-0)

City Commission - Regular Meeting

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Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board

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Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board

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Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development

The Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development is reviewing a recommendation for the FY 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan. This includes funding for CDBG and HOME programs, as well as an increase in HOME-ARP program funding.

• FY 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME Programs
• Increase in HOME-ARP Program funding

Joint City-County Commission Special Meeting

The Joint City-County Commission will hear several presentations regarding healthcare facilities and local events. The agenda includes discussions on expanding the Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area and adding weekend bus service to Route 26.

• UF Health Eastside Urgent Care Clinic update ($2,250,000 ARPA contribution)
• Meridian Healthcare Central Receiving Facility utilization update ($500,000 City and $500,000 County contribution)
• Hoggetowne Medieval Faire status and FY26 funding discussion ($130,000 estimated budget)
• Regional Transit System weekend service on Route 26 ($100,000 annual cost)
• Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area (GCRA) term extension and expansion plan

The Commission approved a grant agreement for the Gainesville Regional Airport and directed staff to explore weekend bus service on Route 26. Additionally, staff were tasked with finding alternative locations for the Hoggetowne Medieval Faire.

• Approved agenda modifications (5-0)
• Approved March 24, 2025, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Authorized execution of FAA AIP Grant 59 for Gainesville Regional Airport (5-0)
• Heard presentation on Eastside Urgent Care Clinic
• Heard presentation on Meridian Healthcare Central Receiving Facility
• Directed staff to develop a plan for alternative Hoggetowne Medieval Faire locations (6-0)
• Referred Route 26 weekend service and Grace Marketplace transit options to staff (6-0)
• Deferred Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area extension to September 15, 2025

General Policy Committee

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City Commission Special Meeting

The City Commission will review proposed redevelopment plans for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Recreational Complex and Citizens Field. The meeting also includes a discussion on the FY 2026 budget development process and a proposed charter amendment regarding Gainesville Regional Utilities governance.

• Redevelopment plans for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Recreational Complex and Citizens Field at NE 8th Avenue and NE Waldo Road
• FY 2026 Budget Development update for several city departments
• Charter amendment regarding Gainesville Regional Utilities governance to be decided via special election on November 4, 2025
• Gainesville/Alachua County Regional Airport Authority Annual Report presentation

The Commission directed the City Manager to return with funding plans for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Recreational Complex. Staff was also tasked with analyzing salary freezes and police position vacancies during budget development.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Directed City Manager to report on Scenario 1 funding for MLK Recreational Complex by July 17 (7-0)
• Directed City Manager to bring back unavailable funding options for the MLK complex (7-0)
• Directed City Manager to present budget scenario 3 with 6.9297 millage rate on July 17 (6-1)
• Ordered analysis of salary freeze impacts on various employee categories and benefits (6-1)
• Ordered review of impact regarding frozen GPD positions and administrative vacancies (5-2)
• Approved second reading of charter amendment for Gainesville Regional Utilities governance (7-0)
• Approved resolution for November 4, 2025 special election (6-0)

Gainesville Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will hear various code enforcement cases involving property violations. The agenda includes requests for reduction or rescission of fines and several individual case hearings regarding property maintenance and safety.

• Reduction/Rescission Request: 1004 SE 7th Ave (Jonathan Saunders)
• Reduction/Rescission Request: 3717 SW 28th Ter Apt. D (28 SW Bella Vista Village LLC)
• Case Hearing: 3100 SW 24th Dr (RASL Investment LLC)
• Case Hearing: 668 NE 16th Ter (Abraxas Investments LLC)
• Case Hearing: 4565 NW 13th St (Circle K Stores Inc)

The Special Magistrate issued guilty rulings and assessed administrative costs for multiple property owners. Several cases resulted in fines that will accrue daily if compliance is not met within a specified timeframe. Two requests for fee reductions were approved, and one case was continued to July 10, 2025.

• Approved $500.00 fee reduction for Jonathan Saunders
• Approved $250.00 fee reduction for 28 SW Bella Vista Village LLC
• Found RASL Investment LLC guilty; assessed $169.79 in costs with a $100.00 daily fine after 10 days
• Found RASL Investment LLC guilty; assessed $250.69 in costs with a $100.00 daily fine after 10 days
• Found Abraxas Investments LLC guilty; assessed $204.64 in costs with a $50.00 daily fine after 15 days
• Found Niemann Penny guilty; assessed $192.30 in costs with a $25.00 daily fine after 10 days
• Continued Thomas & Williams W/H case to July 10, 2025
• Denied motions to stop hearing, recusal, and continuance for Jesse James Larsen

Nature Centers Commission

The commission will review updates regarding staff, Friends of Nature Parks, and WSPP projects. Members are scheduled to discuss the 2024-2025 annual report and a progress report on nature park management plans. The body will also consider a budget request for NRM.

• Budget request for NRM
• Nature Park Management Plans Progress Report
• Review of 2024-2025 Annual Report draft
• May WSPP project updates
• Staff and Friends of Nature Parks (FoNP) updates

Gainesville Human Rights Board

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Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority

The GRU Authority will discuss a proposed lawsuit to challenge City Ordinance No. 2025-416 regarding the dissolution of the Authority. Members will also consider a resource management agreement with The Energy Authority (TEA) and review utility updates.

• Resource Management Agreement with The Energy Authority (TEA) for $91,500 per month
• Authorization of a lawsuit challenging City Ordinance No. 2025-416
• Discussion regarding misinformation about GRU and GRUA
• State of the Utility monthly update for April 2025

The Board approved a Resource Management Agreement with The Energy Authority and Task Order 1. They also authorized the Utilities Attorney to file a lawsuit challenging Gainesville Ordinance No. 2025-416 in the Eighth Judicial Circuit Court.

• Approved Resource Management Agreement between TEA and GRU with Task Order 1
• Authorized Utilities Attorney to file lawsuit challenging City Ordinance No. 2025-416
• Heard presentation regarding misinformation about GRU and GRUA
• Heard State of the Utility monthly update for April 2025

Public Recreation and Parks Board

The Public Recreation and Parks Board will hear division updates from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs. The board is also scheduled to discuss its meeting time and finalize items for the 2024-2025 Annual Report.

• May division updates from PRCA staff
• Discussion regarding PRPB meeting time
• Finalizing the 2024-2025 Annual Report for the Commission

Agenda Review - City Commission

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Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will review the City Auditor's quarterly update for the third quarter of FY 2025. The committee will also discuss a proposed citywide policy regarding employee use of artificial intelligence in the workplace.

• City Auditor’s Quarterly Update (B)
• Use of Artificial Intelligence by City Employees (B)

The Audit Committee approved the City Auditor’s Quarterly Update for recommendation to the City Commission. The committee also heard a presentation regarding the use of artificial intelligence by city employees.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (2-0)
• Approved the 2025-464 City Auditor’s Quarterly Update (2-0)
• Heard the presentation on Use of Artificial Intelligence by City Employees

BOT for the Gainesville General Employees Pension Plan

The Board of Trustees will review updates to the Gainesville General Employees’ Pension Plan Investment Policy Statement. The Board is also considering a recommendation to change investment management services for U.S. Equity Large Cap Growth.

• Update to the Gainesville General Employees’ Pension Plan Investment Policy Statement
• Termination of investment manager Brown Advisory
• Retention of investment manager Winslow Capital for U.S. Equity Large Cap Growth services

The Board of Trustees approved updates to the Gainesville General Employees’ Pension Plan Investment Policy Statement. The Board also voted to terminate Brown Advisory as plan investment manager, retain Winslow Capital, and authorize contract negotiations for U.S. Equity Large Cap Growth services.

• Approved updated 2025 Pension Plan Investment Policy Statement (6-0)
• Terminated investment manager Brown Advisory (6-0)
• Retained investment manager Winslow Capital (6-0)
• Authorized contract negotiations with Winslow Capital for U.S. Equity Large Cap Growth services (6-0)

City Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing several consent agenda items including road design amendments and service awards. Discussion includes funding for affordable housing at Jessie’s Village and a property purchase for urban forest conservation.

• Award of Towing and Secured Storage Services to Elite Auto Center of Gainesville FL Inc ($270,000 estimated 3-year cost)
• Amendment to SW 47th Avenue Extension Design task assignment ($136,285.00)
• Additional design services for Tom Petty Park Pickleball and Miscellaneous Improvements Project ($74,502.50)
• ConnectFree funding award of up to $269,700 for Jessie’s Village affordable housing
• Purchase of real property from Caldec Holding, LLC for Urban Forest Conservation ($230,000)

The Commission approved a first reading of a charter amendment regarding Gainesville Regional Utilities governance. They also authorized the purchase of the Cornerstone Inholding property and approved several items via the consent agenda.

• Approved May 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Accepted resignation of Philip Haight from Historic Preservation Board (7-0)
• Awarded Towing and Secured Storage Services contract (7-0)
• Authorized $602,068.78 for SW 47th Avenue Extension design (7-0)
• Awarded up to $269,700 in ConnectFree funds to Jessie’s Village (7-0)
• Awarded Strut Mechanical, Inc. annual maintenance contract of $48,180 (7-0)
• Appointed Chelsea Carnes to Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Cornerstone Inholding property (7-0)

Gainesville Art in Public Places Trust

The Gainesville Art in Public Places Trust will meet to adopt the agenda, approve previous minutes, and receive a status update on 2025 public arts projects. The agenda packet does not list specific funding amounts, project selections, or binding votes for this session.

• Discussion of the 2025 Public Arts Projects Update

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will meet to conduct regular business. The agenda includes the approval of minutes from the May 6, 2025, meeting.

• Approval of the May 6, 2025, meeting minutes

The Board approved a petition to designate the Gainesville Lodge at 413 West University Avenue as a local historic site. Additionally, the Board approved window replacements for Bell Hall and Epworth Hall at First United Methodist Church subject to four specific conditions.

• Approved local historic designation for Gainesville Lodge at 413 West University Avenue (8-0)
• Approved window replacement for Bell Hall and Epworth Hall at 419 NE 1st Street with conditions (8-0)

Downtown Advisory Board

The Downtown Advisory Board will review the FY 2026 budget for the Downtown Gainesville Strategic Plan. The board is also scheduled to approve an annual report presentation for the City Commission and review a draft downtown brochure.

• Approval of the Downtown Advisory Board Annual Report to City Commission
• Discussion of the FY 2026 Budget for the Downtown Gainesville Strategic Plan
• Review of the status update on the Downtown Brochure (rack card)
• Review of the log of recommendations made to the City Commission

The Downtown Advisory Board approved the 2025 Annual Report to the City Commission with edits. The Board also reviewed the FY 2026 budget and received a status update on the development of a downtown brochure.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Approved the 2025 Annual Report to the City Commission with edits

City Commission Budget Workshop

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• No substantive agenda items or attachments are included in the provided text.

Joint Water and Climate Policy Board

The Joint Water and Climate Policy Board will discuss the future of its interlocal agreement, which is set to expire on December 31, 2025. Additionally, staff will present an overview of a draft Alachua County Climate Action Plan.

• Discussion regarding the Joint Water and Climate Policy Board Interlocal Agreement expiration
• Overview of the draft Alachua County Climate Action Plan update

The Joint Water and Climate Policy Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting. The board also provided direction regarding the Interlocal Agreement. The Alachua County Climate Action Plan update was heard by the board.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Provided direction on Interlocal Agreement (5-0)

MTPO Subcommittee

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Gainesville Human Rights Board

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Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board

The Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board will review the scoring results and debrief for outside agency grant applications. The board is tasked with finalizing funding related to these applications.

• Outside Agency Grant Applications: $56,979 fiscal impact

Police Advisory Council

The Police Advisory Council will meet to review the April 23, 2025, meeting minutes. The council will also hear a summary and discussion regarding closed internal affairs cases from May 2025.

• Approval of April 23, 2025, minutes
• Summary of closed internal affairs cases for May 2025 (Cases IA 24-083, IA 24-096, IA 24-100, IA 25-005, IA 25-016, and IA 24-077)

The council heard a summary of closed internal affairs cases and discussed the disciplinary process. Captain Victoria Young provided an overview of officer duty belts, tools, and safety measures.

• Approved April 23, 2025 Minutes

Regional Transit System Advisory Board

The Regional Transit System Advisory Board will receive news regarding RTS operations, planning, marketing, and customer service. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from March 26, 2025.

• Staff updates on RTS Operations, Planning, Marketing, and Customer Service

The Regional Transit System Advisory Board meeting was called to order without a quorum present. The approval of the March 26, 2025 minutes was postponed, and no official actions were taken.

• Approval of March 26, 2025 minutes postponed

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a third budget amendment for the FY 2025 General Government plan. Staff will also present a second quarter monitoring report projecting a $1.9 million deficit in the General Fund due to higher overtime expenses and reduced contributions.

• Third Budget Amendment to the FY 2025 General Government Financial and Operating Plan
• FY 2025 Second Quarter Budget Monitoring Report projecting a $1.9 million deficit
• FY 2025 2nd Quarter City Investment Performance Summary Report
• Update to Gainesville Operating Funds Investment Policy Statement
• Update to Gainesville General Employees’ Pension Plan Investment Policy Statement

The Finance Committee approved a third budget amendment for the FY 2025 General Government Financial and Operating Plan. Members also approved updates to the city's operating funds and general employees' pension plan investment policies.

• Approved February 26, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved third budget amendment for FY 2025 General Government (3-0)
• Accepted FY 2025 second quarter City Investment Performance Summary Report (3-0)
• Approved update to Gainesville Operating Funds Investment Policy Statement (3-0)
• Approved update to Gainesville General Employees’ Pension Plan Investment Policy Statement (3-0)

Agenda Review - City Commission

The provided text is a blank web portal template for the Gainesville City Commission meeting on May 28, 2025. It contains only procedural placeholder fields and no actual agenda items, discussions, or votes. Residents should check the official city website for the complete meeting record.

• No substantive items, rezonings, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are listed.

Development Review Board

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City Plan Board

The City Plan Board will discuss land use and zoning changes for The Knot property. The board will also consider a Comprehensive Plan Amendment regarding the Water Supply Facilities Work Plan.

• The Knot Land Use Amendment (change from Public and Institutional Facilities to Industrial)
• The Knot Rezoning (change from Public Services and Operations to Limited Industrial)
• Water Supply Facilities Work Plan Comprehensive Plan Amendment

The City Plan Board approved a land use amendment and a rezoning petition for The Knot. Additionally, the board approved the Water Supply Facilities Work Plan.

• Approved The Knot Land Use Amendment LD25-000011 (4-3)
• Approved The Knot Rezoning LD25-000010 (4-3)
• Approved Water Supply Facilities Work Plan LD25-000044 (5-0)

City Commission Special Meeting

The City Commission will hold a budget development workshop covering Fire, Police, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs, and Public Works. Additionally, the Commission is considering a preliminary resolution for fire services special assessments for fiscal year 2026.

• FY 2026 Budget Development Workshop for Fire, Police, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs, and Public Works
• Fire Special Assessment Preliminary Rate Resolution (Resolution No. 2025-353)
• Estimated fire assessment revenue of $12,614,733 for Fiscal Year 2026
• Proposed residential single family rate of $0.0900 per square foot
• Proposed commercial rate of $0.1185 per square foot

The City Commission approved the preliminary rate resolution for fire services special assessments. The commission also held a budget development workshop covering several city departments.

• Adopted regular and consent agenda (6-0)
• Heard FY 2026 Budget Development Workshop presentations
• Approved Preliminary Fire Services Special Assessment Rates (7-0)

Pension Review Committee

The Pension Review Committee will hear presentations regarding the General Employees’ Pension Plan. Investment managers and consultants will discuss portfolio performance, asset allocations, and market conditions.

• Presentation by Strategic Global Advisors on SGA U.S. Large Cap Growth Equity Portfolio
• Presentation by Winslow on Winslow Large Cap Growth Equity Portfolio
• Presentation by Mariner regarding General Employees’ Pension Plan investment performance

The Pension Review Committee recommended that the Board of Trustees change the management of the U.S. Large Cap Growth segment from Brown Advisory to Winslow. The decision followed presentations regarding investment strategies and market outlooks.

• Approved agenda adoption
• Approved previous meeting minutes as recommended
• Recommended changing large cap growth manager from Brown Advisory to Winslow

General Policy Committee

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BOT of The Consolidated Police Officers and Firefighters Retirement Plan

The Board of Trustees will review the fiscal year 2024 Actuarial Valuation and several investment presentations. The board will also discuss the reappointment of Harvey Lewis as the fifth member of the Board of Trustees.

• Review and potential approval of the FY2025 draft actuarial valuation by Foster & Foster
• Investment presentation by LSV Asset Management regarding U.S. Large Cap and Small Cap Value Equity portfolios
• Investment performance and market condition presentation by Mariner
• Discussion of the reappointment of Harvey Lewis as the 5th Member of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved the draft fiscal year 2024 Actuarial Valuation following a presentation by Foster & Foster. Additionally, the Board voted to elect Harvey Lewis to a new term as the fifth member of the Board of Trustees.

• Approved the agenda
• Approved the minutes as recommended
• Approved the draft fiscal year 2024 Actuarial Valuation
• Elected Harvey Lewis as the 5th Member of the Board of Trustees (1 vote abstained)

Gainesville Human Rights Board

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Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board is reviewing several long-range transportation planning documents from the MTPO. The meeting includes updates on the City Mobility Plan and a countywide bicycle and pedestrian master plan update.

• MTPO Long Range Transportation Plan Update
• MTPO Long Range Transportation Plan Needs Plan review
• MTPO Transportation Improvement Program for FY 2025/26 through FY 2029/30
• City Mobility Plan Update and mobility fee discussion
• Alachua Countywide Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan update

The Board recommended modifying the West University Avenue resurfacing plan to include mobility lanes and remove parking. They also directed staff to discuss adding a flashing beacon at the SW 40th Blvd midblock crossing.

• Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Recommended removing on-street parking and two vehicular lanes for mobility lanes on SR 26 (West University Avenue)
• Directed staff to discuss adding a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon at the SW 40th Blvd midblock crossing

City Commission Budget Workshop

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Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board

The board will review final recommendations for Heritage Trail marker locations and types. They will also discuss a conceptual streetscape plan for the NE 8th Ave. and Waldo Rd. area. Additionally, the board is finalizing its annual report to the City Commission.

• Fifth Ave. / Pleasant St. Heritage Trail proposed marker locations and types
• NE 8th Ave. & Waldo Rd. streetscape conceptual plan
• GCRA Advisory Board Annual Report to City Commission

The Board recommended that the Community Planning Collaborative, LLC heritage trail presentation move forward to the City Commission with strong support for Phase One. Additionally, the Board approved a recommendation regarding the 2024-2025 Annual Report survey results.

• Recommended Heritage Trail presentation move to City Commission (with strong support for Phase One)
• Approved recommendation for 2024-2025 Annual Report presentation to be provided to Clerk's Office

Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development

The Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development will discuss upcoming application deadlines for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 CDBG and HOME programs. This discussion is being held by the Department of Housing & Community Development.

• Discussion of FY 2025-2026 CDBG and HOME application deadlines

Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board

The Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board will meet to conduct a business discussion regarding an outside agency grant review. The meeting includes standard procedures such as agenda adoption and approval of minutes.

• Outside Agency Grant Review

City Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider a sole source agreement for residential food waste collection services. Other items include ratifying a transit union agreement and authorizing a state plan of operation for the police department.

• $164,360 contract for Beaten Path Compost food waste collection
• Ratification of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1579 agreement through September 2027
• Acceptance of Sebastian Reina's resignation from the Development Review Board
• $1,000 annual administrative fee for State Plan of Operation with Gainesville Police Department
• Appointment of John Gustke to the Nature Centers Commission

The City Commission approved a directive to draft a referendum amending the City Charter regarding Gainesville Regional Utilities. The commission also directed staff to review the lease agreement for Citizens Field and approved ordinances related to traffic safety enforcement.

• Approved $164,360 contract for residential food waste collection (On Consent)
• Ratified Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1579 agreement through September 2027 (On Consent)
• Accepted resignation of Sebastian Reina from Development Review Board (On Consent)
• Appointed John Gustke to the Nature Centers Commission (On Consent)
• Directed City Attorney and Manager to review Citizens Field lease agreement (7-0)
• Approved referendum to amend City Charter regarding utility ownership for November 2025 ballot (6-1)
• Approved ordinance amending traffic infraction detector use (6-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance regarding school zone speed detection devices (6-0)

Nature Centers Commission

The Nature Centers Commission will review the 2024 Annual Report and receive updates regarding staff, Friends of Nature Parks, and WSPP projects. The commission will also review April financial reports.

• Review of 2024 Annual Report
• Staff and Friends of Nature Parks (FoNP) updates
• April WSPP project update
• April financial report review

Tree Advisory Board

The Tree Advisory Board will meet to discuss multiple potential land purchases using Tree Mitigation Funds. The discussion includes five specific parcel groups for acquisition consideration.

• Discussion of parcel 13913-002-000 for purchase with Tree Mitigation Funds
• Discussion of parcel 08964-002-002 for purchase with Tree Mitigation Funds
• Discussion of parcel 07311-001-001 for purchase with Tree Mitigation Funds
• Discussion of parcels 06797-015-000, 06797-016-000, and 06797-017-000 for purchase with Tree Mitigation Funds
• Discussion of parcel 07028-000-000 for purchase with Tree Mitigation Funds

Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority

The Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority is reviewing the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026. The agenda includes a resolution to increase water rates by 1.75% and sewerage rates by 1.00%.

• Proposed 1.75% rate increase for water
• Proposed 1.00% rate increase for sewerage
• Projected $1.2 million revenue increase from water and sewerage charges
• Adoption of the GRU budget for fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025
• FY25 Budget to Actual comparison report

The Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority approved the fiscal year 2026 budget and a resolution regarding utility fees, rates, and charges. The board also heard presentations on the current budget-to-actual comparison and monthly operational updates.

• Approved April 2025 minutes
• Adopted FY2026 Utilities Appendix of Fees, Rates & Charges (unanimous)
• Adopted FY2026 Budget beginning October 1, 2025 (unanimous)

Public Recreation and Parks Board

The Public Recreation and Parks Board will hear updates regarding Wild Spaces Public Places and April division updates. The board will also discuss items to include in the 2024 Annual Report for the Commission.

• Wild Spaces Public Places (WSPP) updates
• April Recreation Board division updates
• Discussion of 2024 Annual Report for Commission

City Beautification Board

The City Beautification Board will review the preparation process for the 2025 awards ceremony. Members are also scheduled to discuss an upcoming annual report for the City Commission and potential future initiatives.

• Post-event discussion of the 2025 City Beautification Awards Ceremony
• Discussion on the upcoming Annual Report to the City Commission
• Discussion regarding City Beautification Board future initiatives

The City Beautification Board approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting. The Board also voted to pause meetings during the summer months.

• Approved April 8, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Paused meetings for the summer; will resume September 9, 2025 (5-0)

SHIP - Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

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MTPO Subcommittee

The MTPO Subcommittee discussed the selection process for a new Executive Director. Members also reviewed updates to the Establishment Interlocal Agreement, the Intergovernmental Coordination Agreement Review, and the MTPO Bylaws.

• Executive Director search and selection process update
• Updated Establishment Interlocal Agreement review
• Intergovernmental Coordination Agreement Review (ICAR) timeline
• MTPO Bylaws updates and sunshine law clarification

The subcommittee met to discuss the Executive Director search, the Establishment Interlocal Agreement, the ICAR review process, and MTPO bylaw updates. No substantive votes or decisions were recorded on these business items.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Approved March 21, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

General Policy Committee

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Gainesville Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review several code enforcement cases involving property violations. The agenda includes requests for reduction or rescission of fines, new cases to be heard, and compliance or dismissal reviews.

• Reduction/Rescission request: 245 SE 15TH ST (Hazardous Lands)
• Reduction/Rescission request: 1318 SE 7TH AVE (Heating equipment, screens, doors, and interior holes)
• Case hearing: 1724 SE 2ND AVE (Dangerous building and hazardous land)
• Case hearing: Case 25-000273 regarding accumulation of rubbish or garbage and vacant structures
• Compliance/Dismissal: 920 NE 26TH TER (Motor vehicles)

The Special Magistrate approved two requests for fee reductions and granted compliance/dismissal for two cases. Two additional cases were found guilty, requiring administrative cost payments and a 10-day window to reach compliance before daily fines begin.

• Approved $0.00 fee reduction for Steven R. Camps (CEB 2006-152)
• Approved $2,000.00 fee reduction for Island Homes of Florida LLC (SM 2016-083)
• Found Hooker & Taylor-Hooker H/W guilty; assessed $208.75 in costs plus a $200.00 daily fine after 10 days (SM 2025-029)
• Found Lowe Issie Trustee guilty; assessed $204.64 in costs plus a $25.00 daily fine after 10 days (SM 2025-030)
• Granted compliance/dismissal for Venus L. Johnson (SM 2025-027)
• Granted compliance/dismissal for Murphy and Murphy Properties (SM 2025-028)

City Commission Budget Workshop

The City Commission will hear a staff update regarding the fiscal year 2026 budget development process. This workshop focuses on Charter Offices and Administrative Services Departments and Offices.

• FY 2026 Budget Development Workshop (B)

The City Commission held a budget development workshop regarding the FY 2026 budget. Department heads provided presentations on staffing, budgets, and operations related to the city and Gainesville Regional Utilities.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (6-0)

City Commission Special Meeting

The Office of the City Manager will present an economic development framework. The presentation covers past, current, and future trends, investments, and projects intended to improve resident quality of life.

• 2025-322 Economic Development Framework presentation

The City Commission approved several initiatives to advance the city's economic development framework. These actions include negotiating with Alachua County and developing a plan to accelerate downtown development.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved Economic Development Framework next steps (6-0)
• Authorized negotiations with Alachua County for GCRA extension
• Authorized discussions with Alachua County Public Schools regarding Citizens Field
• Directed development of a downtown acceleration implementation plan
• Authorized brainstorming for a Greater Gainesville Area Economic Development Council
• Ordered work on a 2027 GOB initiative schedule and workplan
• Required monthly progress reports to the City Commission

Gainesville Art in Public Places Trust

The Trust will discuss several items related to public art projects. Discussion topics include a joint city/county mosaic and an update on the David Bell sculpture.

• Joint City/County Mosaic discussion
• GPD Public Art scoring sheet discussion
• David Bell Sculpture update

The Gainesville Art in Public Places Trust met on May 7, 2025. The meeting consisted of procedural items including a call to order and agenda adoption, but no business discussion items or substantive actions were recorded.

Agenda Review - City Commission

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City Commission Budget Workshop

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Downtown Advisory Board

The Downtown Advisory Board will review several items including intersection signalization and the annual report for the City Commission. The board is also scheduled to discuss proposed changes to the Business Improvement Grant Program and review the status of previous recommendations.

• Discussion of Public Works signal lighting at intersections (up to $25,000.00)
• Review of the 2024-2025 Annual Report to the City Commission
• Proposed de minimis changes to the Business Improvement Grant Program
• Review of the status of Downtown Advisory Board recommendations to the City Commission

The Board authorized a request for Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Foundation to delay demolishing buildings on N. Main St. for 90 days to allow potential buyers to tour the site. Members also requested information from Public Works regarding city-controlled signal lighting and approved feedback for the Business Improvement Grant Program.

• Authorized letter to Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Foundation to delay building demolition for 90 days
• Requested Public Works Director provide comments on signal lighting study and identify city-controlled lights
• Approved feedback for the Business Improvement Grant Program implementation review
• Rescheduled July DAB meeting from the 1st to the 8th

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will review an ad valorem tax exemption application for a property in the Northeast Historic District. The board will also consider a request regarding a metal roof installation at 117 NE 8th Street.

• Ad Valorem Tax Exemption Application HPAV-21-001 for 425 NE 3rd Street (B)
• Certificate of Appropriateness COA25-000-030 for a metal roof at 117 NE 8th Street (B)

The Historic Preservation Board approved an ad valorem application for 425 NE 3rd Street to be forwarded to the City Commission. The Board also approved a certificate of appropriate material for a metal roof at 117 NE 8th Street.

• Approved April 1, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved ad valorem application HPAV-21-001 for 425 NE 3rd Street (6-0)
• Approved COA25-000-030 metal roof at 117 NE 8th Street (6-0)

City Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Commission will review several items including a change order for bus stop construction, a proposed local business tax rate increase, and the adoption of a watershed master plan. The meeting also includes quarterly updates on housing initiatives, police department activity, and American Rescue Plan Act spending.

• Authorize $404,475 for Phase 1 Bus Stop Improvements via Blackwater Construction Services
• Accept $20,700 National Association of Police Athletic/Activities Leagues Youth Mentoring Program Grant
• Adopt the Hogtown Creek Watershed Master Plan
• Remove Avery Bender and Natalya Schoenwether from the Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board
• Authorize up to $50,000 for SWAT team communication equipment using federal forfeiture funds

The City Commission approved a five percent increase in local business tax rates for fiscal year 2025. Additionally, commissioners approved a structured parking text amendment and directed staff to return with design standards for parking structures.

• Approved 5% local business tax rate increase (6-0)
• Approved Structured Parking Text Amendment LD24-000114 (5-0)
• Directed staff to return a proposal on parking structure design standards (5-0)
• Adopted Valet Operations Regulations ordinance (5-0)
• Approved traffic infraction detector ordinance on first reading (5-0)
• Authorized $50,000 for SWAT communication equipment via consent agenda
• Adopted Hogtown Creek Watershed Master Plan via consent agenda
• Removed two members from the Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board via consent agenda

MTPO Subcommittee

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General Policy Committee

The General Policy Committee will review a recent Sunday event at the TB McPherson Center. The committee is also scheduled to conduct a discussion regarding GRU.

• Review of Sunday's Event at TB McPherson Center (2025-358)
• GRU Discussion (2025-300)

The committee held discussions regarding a recent shooting at the TB McPherson Center and received an update on the GRU case. No substantive actions or votes were taken on these business items.

• Adopted the agenda (6-0)
• Approved the April 10, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Plan Board

The Gainesville City Plan Board will meet on April 24, 2025, at City Hall Auditorium to review zoning amendments. The board is asked to approve a petition that would allow libraries and daycares in single-family districts with a special use permit. Members will also discuss proposed updates to permitted uses across urban transect zones U1 through U9 and DT. These changes would alter what facilities can operate in residential neighborhoods and update rules for designated urban areas.

• Approve petition LD25-000037 to permit libraries and daycares in Single-Family zoning with a special use permit
• Discuss petition 2025-319 regarding permitted uses in urban transect zones U1 through U9 and DT
• Approve minutes from the March 27, 2025 meeting

The City Plan Board approved a text change regarding libraries and daycares in single-family zoning. The board also discussed potential changes to permitted uses within urban transect zones.

• Approved agenda
• Approved March 27th minutes with a correction regarding the Office of Communications and Marketing
• Approved petition LD25-000037 for libraries and daycares in single-family zoning
• Approved Robert Mermer attending the May 1st City Commission Meeting to represent the Plan Board

Agenda Review - City Commission

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Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board

The board will conduct business discussions regarding an outside agency grant. Members are also scheduled to select an ad hoc budget committee.

• Outside Agency grant discussion
• Selection of an ad hoc budget committee

The meeting included items for agenda adoption and approval of the March 26, 2025 minutes. No substantive business decisions or discussion outcomes were recorded in the provided document.

Police Advisory Council

The Police Advisory Council will meet to review departmental updates and internal affairs. The agenda includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and several police department reports.

• FY25 2nd Quarter Update (Jan-Mar 2025)
• 2024-2025 Annual Report
• Review of closed internal affair cases from March 2025

The council approved the agenda, previous meeting minutes, the FY25 2nd Quarter update, and the FY25 Annual Report. Discussion included police staffing vacancies, community outreach at Phoenix Apartments, and crime rate trends.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved March 26, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved FY25 2nd Quarter update
• Approved FY25 Annual Report

Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board

The Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board subcommittee is meeting to plan one or multiple events for National Bike Month in May. The discussion includes notable dates such as National Ride a Bike Day, Bike to Work Week, and Bike to Work Day.

• Planning of National Bike Month events
• National Ride a Bike Day (May 4)
• Bike to Work Week (May 12-18)
• Bike to Work Day (May 16)

Development Review Board

The Development Review Board will review several development applications including a courthouse building addition, new parking spaces, and a property setback variance. These items include a 5-story building addition for the Alachua County Court Complex and a request for 126 parking spaces at Oak Hall SW.

• Construction of 126 parking spaces and drainage infrastructure at Oak Hall SW
• A 5-story building addition to the Alachua County Court Complex Civil Courthouse Phase 2
• A variance request for property front setbacks at Kedplasma to accommodate a GRU water main

The Development Review Board approved a major site plan to add 126 parking spaces at Oak Hall SW. The board also approved a 5-story building addition for the Alachua County Court Complex and a variance for Kedplasma.

• Approved Oak Hall SW Major Site Plan for 126 parking spaces and utility improvements (4-1)
• Approved Alachua County Court Complex Phase 2 5-story building addition (5-0)
• Approved Kedplasma variance (5-0)

City Commission - Regular Meeting

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Gainesville Human Rights Board

The Gainesville Human Rights Board will meet at City Hall to conduct regular business. The agenda includes the adoption of the agenda and the approval of the February 24, 2025, meeting minutes.

• Approval of the February 24, 2025, meeting minutes

Joint Water and Climate Policy Board

The Joint Water and Climate Policy Board will review resiliency efforts from Alachua County and the City of Gainesville. The board will also receive an update on resilient landscaping policies intended to protect water resources.

• Alachua County Resiliency Updates regarding staffing, the Climate Action Plan, and the Citizen Climate Advisory Committee
• City of Gainesville Resiliency Updates regarding community engagement and ongoing projects
• Alachua County’s Resilient Landscaping Initiatives Update regarding water resource protection policies
• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair

The Board elected Commissioner Anna Prizzia as Chair and James Ingle as Vice-Chair. Staff provided updates on Alachua County resiliency, City of Gainesville resiliency, and resilient landscaping initiatives.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved December 2, 2024, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Elected Commissioner Anna Prizzia as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Commissioner James Ingle as Vice-Chair (5-0)