Alachua, FL
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AlachuaFL averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $330,746 -2.1% yr/yr · +18.4% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (7)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Commission
- Diane Amendola
- Jesse Sandusky
- Robert Bonetti
- Damon Messina
- Michacl Carrillo
Who’s on the Community Redevelopment Agency Board
- Bryan Boukari — Board Member
- Jovante Hayes
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Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 17:00
Community Redevelopment Agency Board
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Board
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
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Chair William Smith
Vice Chair
Member Jenny Highlander
Member Danielle J. Judd
Member Matt Webster
School Board Member Tina Certain
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The Planning and Zoning Board will conduct a
Regular Planning and Zoning Board Meeting
At 6:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: September 8, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Planning and Zoning Board Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Chair,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
I.
OLD BUSINESS
II.
NEW BUSINESS
A) APPROVE MEETING MINUTES - AUGUST 11, 2026
B) PSE26-0001 | VALVOLINE ALACHUA SPECIAL EXCEPTION PERMIT — A
REQUEST BY BIG RIVER QUALITY AUTO, LLC (APPLICANT AND AGENT) ON
BEHALF OF ALACHUA 441/235 LLC (PROPERTY OWNER) FOR A SPECIAL
EXCEPTION PERMIT THAT WOULD PERMIT THE APPLICANT TO PROCEED
WITH A SITE PLAN APPLICATION THAT PROPOSES THE CONSTRUCTION OF
A ± 2,895 SQUA …
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
15100 NW 142 Ter, Alachua
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:00
Community Redevelopment Agency Board
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 15:00
Community Redevelopment Agency Board
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 17:30
Community Redevelopment Agency
Swick House, Alachua
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
15100 NW 142 Ter, Alachua
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 16:30
Senior Resources Advisory Board
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 18:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 17:00
Education Task Force
15100 NW 142 Terrace, Alachua
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 17:30
Community Redevelopment Agency Board
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
15100 NW 142 Ter, Alachua
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Board
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 15:00
Community Redevelopment Agency Board
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
15100 NW 142 Ter, Alachua
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:00
Community Redevelopment Agency Board
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
15100 NW 142 Ter, Alachua
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Board
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
15100 NW 142 Ter, Alachua
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 17:00
Education Task Force
15100 NW 142 Terrace, Alachua
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Board
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
15100 NW 142 Ter, Alachua
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 16:30
Senior Resources Advisory Board
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 18:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
Recent meetings
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 16:30
General
City Commission workshop on FY 2026-2027 enterprise and internal service fund budgets
The Alachua City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed FY 2026-2027 budgets for the enterprise and internal service funds. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The meeting is open to the public and will take place in the City Commission Chambers.
- Workshop on proposed FY 2026-2027 budgets for enterprise and internal service funds
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Mayor Walter Welch
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The City Commission will conduct a
City Commission Workshop
At 4:30 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: August 24, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Workshop Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Mayor,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
I.
AGENDA ITEMS
A) BUDGET WORKSHOP - PROPOSED FY 2026-2027 BUDGETS FOR THE
ENTERPRISE AND INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS
ADJOURN
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
Commission to vote on land-use and zoning changes for 182 acres near US 441
The Alachua City Commission will hold second readings and public hearings on several ordinances, including a major land-use and zoning change for a ±182-acre property at 16650 NW US Highway 441, a smaller land-use change for a 1.48-acre parcel, and a zoning change for a 0.49-acre site. They will also consider extending the city limits to include a contiguous parcel, renewing the Clay Electric franchise agreement, and amending utility rates. Additionally, the commission will discuss renewing the city's commercial insurance package and conduct the city manager's annual performance evaluation.
- Ordinance 26-09: Change future land use on ±46.68 acres at 16650 NW US 441 to allow commercial uses (second reading).
- Ordinance 26-10: Rezone ±182 acres at 16650 NW US 441 to Planned Development – Commercial (second reading).
- Ordinance 26-11: Change future land use on ±1.48 acres at 15818 NW 140th St to Public (second reading).
- Ordinance 26-14: Extend city limits to include tax parcel 03961-000-000 (second reading).
- Ordinance 26-15: Extend Clay Electric Cooperative franchise agreement (second reading).
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Mayor Walter Welch
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The City Commission will conduct a
Regular City Commission Meeting
At 6:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: August 24, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
City Commission Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Mayor,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
APPROVE READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE
ONLY
I.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
II.
COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS ON SUBJECTS NOT ON THE AGENDA
(Please Limit to 3 Minutes. Any citizen who is unable to speak at this time will have an
opportunity to speak at the end of the meeting)
III. COMMITTEE REPORTS/COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS/CITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ORDINANCES
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 18:00
General
Board to vote on 50-unit affordable housing project and two historic certificates of appropriateness
The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to consider a site plan for 50 multifamily units (Tolosa North) by Habitat for Humanity, plus two certificates of appropriateness for new single-family homes in historic districts. The board will also approve minutes from the June 9, 2026 meeting.
- Tolosa North: 50 multifamily units (10 quadplexes, 2 townhouses) on ±7.47 acres south of W State Road 235 and east of NW 135th Terrace
- Certificate of appropriateness for a single-family home at 14620 NW 138 Terrace (parcel 03392-002-002)
- Certificate of appropriateness for a single-family home at NW corner of NW 146 Avenue and NW 138 Terrace (parcel 03392-002-001)
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 9, 2026
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James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
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# Planning and Zoning Board Meeting
**Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any** **decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It** **will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.** **In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing** **special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Chair,** **through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.** **CALL TO ORDER**
## INVOCATION
## PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
## APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
|I.|OLD BUSINESS|
|---|---|
|II.|NEW BUSINESS|
||A)|
APPROVE MEETING MINUTES-JUNE 9, 2026
|Chair William Smith Vice Chair Member Jenny Highlander Member Danielle J. Judd Member Matt Webster School Board Member Tina Certain|City Manager Rodolfo Valladares City Attorney Scott Walker|
|---|---|
|The Planning and Zoning Board will conduct a Regular Planning and Zoning Board Meeting At 6:00 PM to address the item(s) below. Meeting Date: August 11, 2026 Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers 15100 NW 142 Terrace Alachua, FL 32615||
|B)|PCA26-0003: CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A DETACHED SINGLE- FAMILY RESIDENCE ON A PROPERTY LOCATED AT 14620 NORTHWEST 138 TERRACE (TAX PARCEL 03392-002-002).|
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|C)|PCA26-0004: CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A DETACHED SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE ON A PRO …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
Commission to vote on annexing two parcels and utility rate changes
The Alachua City Commission will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two annexation ordinances, a utility franchise extension, and utility rate amendments. They will also consider resolutions on a county mitigation strategy and planning board appointments, plus a police union contract and employee health insurance. The agenda includes updates on the Hathcock Community Center and live streaming of meetings.
- Ordinance 26-13: annex tax parcel 03926-030-000 (second reading)
- Ordinance 26-14: annex tax parcel 03961-000-000 (first reading)
- Ordinance 26-15: extend Clay Electric Cooperative franchise agreement
- Ordinance 26-16: amend utility rates (Code 38)
- Resolution 26-10: adopt 2026 Alachua County Local Mitigation Strategy
annexationutilitiesfranchisepoliceinsurancemitigation
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Mayor Walter Welch
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The City Commission will conduct a
Regular City Commission Meeting
At 6:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: August 10, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
City Commission Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Mayor,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
APPROVE READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE
ONLY
I. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A) HATHCOCK COMMUNITY CENTER - UPDATE
B) UPDATE ON EVALUATION OF LIVE STREAMING FOR CITY COMMISSION
MEETINGS
II. COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS ON SUBJECTS NOT ON THE AGENDA
(Please Limit to 3 Minutes. Any citizen who is unable to speak at this time will have an
opportunity to speak at the end of the meeting)
III. COMMITTEE REPORTS/COMMITTEE APPOINT …
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CITY OF ALACHUA
HATHCOCK COMMUNITY CENTER
PRESENTATION TO CITY COMMISSION
08/10/2026
CITY OF ALACHUA - HATHCOCK COMMUNITY CENTER
PRESENTATION TO CITY COMMISSION - 08/10/2026
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LOCATION - CITY OF ALACHUA
Approximate site boundry
15818 NW 140th street,
Alachua FL, 32615
NW 140TH ST
NW 158TH PL
NW 159TH LN
US ROUTE 441
CITY OF ALACHUA - HATHCOCK COMMUNITY CENTER
PRESENTATION TO CITY COMMISSION - 08/10/2026
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Programming
Summer 2025 - Spring 2026
Design, Construction Documents, & Permitting
Spring 2026 - Late Summer 2026
(We are here now)
Next Step: Bidding & Construction
CITY OF ALACHUA - HATHCOCK COMMUNITY CENTER
PRESENTATION TO CITY COMMISSION - 08/10/2026
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PROGRAMMING - COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
COMMUNITY WORKSHOP
08/21/2025
COMMUNITY WORKSHOP
09/25/2025
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CITY OF ALACHUA - HATHCOCK COMMUNITY CENTER
PRESENTATION TO CITY COMMISSION - 08/10/2026
ORIGINAL SKETCH
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CITY OF ALACHUA - HATHCOCK COMMUNITY CENTER
PRESENTATION TO CITY COMMISSION - 08/10/2026
ORIGINAL MASSING
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CITY OF ALACHUA - HATHCOCK COMMUNITY CENTER
PRESENTATION TO CITY COMMISSION - 08/10/2026
FLOOR PLAN - SUBTITLE
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CITY OF ALACHUA - HATHCOCK COMMUNITY CENTER
PRESENTATION TO CITY COMMISSION - 08/10/2026
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 17:00
Community Redevelopment Agency Board
CRA to consider photo calendar contest, theater series, and brownfield grant
The Community Redevelopment Agency will discuss and decide on several new initiatives including a proposed photo calendar contest, a theater performance series at Alan Hitchcock Theater Park, and a brownfield assessment grant request. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and consider an appointment to the advisory agency.
- Appointment to the Community Redevelopment Advisory Agency
- Proposed Alachua CRA Photo Calendar Contest Program
- Proposed Theatre Performance Series at Alan Hitchcock Theater Park
- Brownfield Assessment Grant Request
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James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
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Chair Walter Welch
Vice Chair Jennifer Ringersen
Member Jacob Fletcher
Member Shirley Green Brown
Member Jackson Youmas
Executive Director Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The Community Redevelopment Agency will conduct a
Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting
At 5:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: August 10, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal
any decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the
proceedings. It will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities
needing special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact
the Chair, through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior
to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
I. OLD BUSINESS
II. NEW BUSINESS
A) APPROVE MEETING MINUTES- JUNE 8, 2026
B) APPOINTMENT TO THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT ADVISORY
AGENCY
C) PROPOSED ALACHUA CRA PHOTO CALENDAR CONTEST PROGRAM
D) PROPOSED THEATRE PERFORMANCE SERIES AT ALAN HITCHCOCK
THEATER PARK
E) BROWNFIELD ASSESSMENT GRANT REQUEST
F) STAFF REPORT
III. BOARD COMMENTS/DISCUSSION
IV. CITIZENS COMMENTS
ADJOURN
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 15:30
General
City Commission workshop on proposed FY 2026-2027 budgets
The Alachua City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed budgets for the General, Debt Service, Special Revenue, and Capital Projects funds for fiscal year 2026-2027. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.
- Proposed FY 2026-2027 budgets for General, Debt Service, Special Revenue, and Capital Projects funds
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Mayor Walter Welch
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The City Commission will conduct a
City Commission Workshop
At 3:30 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: August 10, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Workshop Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Mayor,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
I. AGENDA ITEMS
A) BUDGET WORKSHOP - PROPOSED FY 2026-2027 BUDGETS FOR THE
GENERAL, DEBT SERVICE, SPECIAL REVENUE AND CAPITAL PROJECTS
FUNDS
ADJOURN
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 17:00
Education Task Force
Alachua Education Task Force to review 2026 strategic plan and approve June minutes
The Alachua Education Task Force will hold a regular meeting to approve the minutes from June 1, 2026, and discuss the 2026 Strategic Plan. No new decisions are listed on the agenda, and the meeting follows standard procedural notice requirements.
- Approve meeting minutes from 6/1/2026
- Discuss ETF 2026 Strategic Plan
educationstrategic-planningprocedural
15100 NW 142 Terrace, Alachua
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Chair Jeffrey Means
Vice Chair Travis White
Member Lynn Hayes
Member Ryan Reidway
Member Dietra H. Sherman
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
The Education Task Force will conduct a
Regular Education Task Force Meeting
At 5:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: August 3, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Education Task Force Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Chair,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
I. OLD BUSINESS
II. NEW BUSINESS
A) APPROVE MEETING MINUTES, 6/1/2026
B) ETF 2026 STRATEGIC PLAN
III. BOARD COMMENTS/DISCUSSION
IV. CITIZENS COMMENTS
ADJOURN
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 12:00
City Commission
Commission proposes 5.42% tax rate increase over rolled-back rate
The City Commission will hold first readings of several ordinances, including zoning changes on a 182-acre parcel on US 441, a 60-lot residential subdivision called Canopy Trace, a comprehensive plan amendment, and an annexation. They will also consider Resolution 26-08 proposing a millage rate of 6.2500 mills, which is 5.42% above the rolled-back rate, and setting the first public hearing for September 14, 2026.
- Resolution 26-08: Proposed 6.2500 millage rate (5.42% over rolled-back rate of 5.9286) with first public hearing September 14, 2026.
- Ordinance 26-10: Rezoning of ~182 acres at 16650 NW US Highway 441 from CC, CI, PD-R to PD-R and PD-Comm.
- PPP25-0003: Approval of Canopy Trace, a 60-lot single-family subdivision on ~10.60 acres south of US 441 along Progress Boulevard.
- Ordinance 26-11: Small-scale comprehensive plan amendment for ~1.48 acres at 15818 NW 140th St from Medium Density Residential/Recreation to Public.
- Ordinance 26-13: Annexation of tax parcel 03926-030-000 into city limits.
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✓ Decided: Commission approves 182-acre Farmlands rezoning on first reading, 3-2
The City Commission approved Ordinance 26-10 on first reading, rezoning an approximately 182-acre property at 16650 NW US Highway 441 from Community Commercial, Commercial Intensive, and Planned Development-Residential to Planned Development-Residential and Planned Development-Commercial. The 3-2 vote included stipulations, with Commissioners Fletcher and Youmas dissenting. The second and final reading is scheduled for August 24, 2026.
- Adopted Ordinance 26-10 (Farmlands rezoning) on first reading (3-2)
- Approved preliminary plat for Canopy Trace/Convergence Phase 4, 60 single-family lots (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 26-11 (FLUM amendment to Public) on first reading (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-12 (rezoning to Government Facility) on first reading (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 26-13 (annexation) on first reading (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 26-08 setting proposed millage rate of 6.2500 (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 26-09 (TK Basin preliminary rate) (4-0)
- Authorized interlocal agreement with CareerSource North Central Florida (4-0)
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Mayor Walter Welch
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The City Commission will conduct a
Regular City Commission Meeting
At 12:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: July 27, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
City Commission Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Mayor,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
APPROVE READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE
ONLY
I. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A) NATIONAL PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH PROCLAMATION
II. COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS ON SUBJECTS NOT ON THE AGENDA
(Please Limit to 3 Minutes. Any citizen who is unable to speak at this time will have an
opportunity to speak at the end of the meeting)
III. COMMITTEE REPORTS/COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS/CITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
A) APPOINTMENT TO THE EDUCATION TA …
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THE GOOD LIFE COMMUNITY
Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes
July 27, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Mayor Walter Welch City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen Clty Attorney Scott Walker
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
CITIZENS PRESENT: Kristin Rubin, Harry Patterson, Donna Backen, Judy
Mangelscort, Janice Forguson, Stephen Boyes, Julia Marcotte, Charles Meneses,
Teresa Lanier, Mathew Root, Barbara Cloud-Weisman, Brent Weisman, Keith Butts,
Steve Lane, Laura Rice, Nancy Gillespie, Dana Noyes, Diane Saunders, Nelson Stride,
Carol Stride, Jim Curington, Nancy Mitchell, Genevia Osborne, Jodi Boas, Rick Lanese,
Rosemary Welch, Sam Berry, Mariana Beckman, Tom Hubbard, Terrell Arline, Connie
Meyer, Charity Jackson, Soorya Lindberg, Daniel Luban, Linda Powell, Zoe King,
Dakota King, Abbey Hessey, Sandra Elsey, Tim Burnett, Sherry Burnett, Astrid R,
Catherine R, Sherri McCormick, Marcy Porter, Fintan Vargas, Julie Barrios, Brian
Snyder, Cindy Allen, Gloria Gould, Gus Obros, Kaderian Hunter, Jamie Mackintosh,
Celine Benedict, Sylvia Sanctions, Natalie Martinez, Pamela Smalbein, Tamara
Robbins, L. Allen, Bhishma Benedict.
STAFF ATTENDING: Katelynn Bales, Heather Carter, Daniel Chalker, Carson
Crockett, Kenyata Curtis, Jack Hansen, Lynn Hayes, Carlos Hunt, Janet Knapp, Brent
Lanier, Tara Malone, Damon Messina, Megan P …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 16:30
General
City Commission holds budget workshop for FY 2026-2027
The City Commission is meeting in a workshop to discuss the FY 2026-2027 budget. This is a discussion session with no final decisions expected at this time.
- FY 2026-2027 Budget Workshop
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Mayor Walter Welch
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The City Commission will conduct a
City Commission Workshop
At 4:30 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: July 27, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Workshop Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Mayor,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
I. AGENDA ITEMS
A) FY 2026-2027 BUDGET WORKSHOP
ADJOURN
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 15:00
Community Redevelopment Agency Board
CRA Board to review Theater Park activation proposal
The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will meet to discuss new business and old business. The agenda includes a proposal for Theater Park activation and a calendar photo contest.
- Theater Park activation proposal
- Alachua CRA calendar photo contest
- Approval of May 18, 2026 meeting minutes
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James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
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Chair Kelly Harris
Vice Chair Mandy Bucci
Member Leon Barrows
Member Brian Boukari
Member Rudy Rothseiden
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will conduct a
Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board
Meeting
At 3:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: July 20, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal
any decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the
proceedings. It will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities
needing special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact
the Chair, through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior
to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
I. OLD BUSINESS
II. NEW BUSINESS
A) APPROVE MEETING MINUTES- MAY 18, 2026
B) STAFF REPORT
C) THEATER PARK ACTIVATION PROPOSAL
D) ALACHUA CRA CALENDAR PHOTO CONTEST
III. BOARD COMMENTS/DISCUSSION
IV. CITIZENS COMMENTS
ADJOURN
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 15:00
General
Citizen Advisory Task Force meets to discuss grants and calendar
The Citizen Advisory Task Force will convene to approve meeting minutes, review grants, and discuss the CATF calendar. The meeting is held in the James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers.
- Approval of Citizens Advisory Task Force Meeting Minutes 25.12.03
- Review of Grants Update
- Discussion of CATF Calendar
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James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, Alachua
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Chair
Vice-Chair
Secretary Phyllis Strickland
Member Diane Carlson
Member Annie Welch
Member E.Stanley Richardson
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
The Citizen Advisory Task Force will conduct a
Citizen Advisory Task Force Meeting
At 3:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: July 15, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Citizen Advisory Task Force Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Chair,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
I. OLD BUSINESS
II. NEW BUSINESS
A) APPROVE CITIZENS ADVISORY TASK FORCE MEETING MINUTES 25.12.03
B) GRANTS UPDATE
C) CATF CALENDAR
III. BOARD COMMENTS/DISCUSSION
IV. CITIZENS COMMENTS
ADJOURN
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Board
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 18:00
General
Amend start time of July 27, 2026 City Commission meeting
The Alachua County City Commission will hold a special meeting on July 9, 2026. Commissioners will consider an amendment to the start time of the regular City Commission meeting scheduled for July 27, 2026. The decision will be made during the public hearing portion of the meeting.
- Amendment to the start time of the July 27, 2026 regular City Commission meeting
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✓ Decided: City Commission changes start time for July 27 meeting
The City Commission approved amending the start time of the July 27, 2026, Regular City Commission Meeting to 12:00 P.M. The commission also approved the meeting agenda.
- Approved agenda (3-2)
- Approved amending July 27, 2026, meeting start time to 12:00 P.M. (3-2)
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Mayor Walter Welch
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The City Commission will conduct a
Special City Commission Meeting
At 6:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: July 9, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
City Commission Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Mayor,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
I. PUBLIC HEARING
II. AGENDA ITEMS
A) AMENDMENT TO THE START TIME OF THE JULY 27, 2026, REGULAR CITY
COMMISSION MEETING
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Special City Commission Meeting Minutes
July 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mayor Walter Welch
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
CITIZENS PRESENT: Rights Crispy, Sandra Elsey, Peggy Portwine, Connie Meyer,
Sarah Younger, Debra Havlik, Gloria Gould, Jodi Boas, Malcolm Elliot, Tamara
Robbins, Jami Mackintosh.
STAFF ATTENDING: Carson Crockett, Daniel Chalker, Kenyata Curtis, Lynn Hayes,
Brent Lanier, Tara Malone, LeAnne Williams, Cap Wilson.
City Commission Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal
any decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the
proceedings. It will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities
needing special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact
the Mayor, through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior
to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
Walter Welch, Mayor
Approval of the Agenda
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown moved to approve the agenda; seconded by
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen.
Citizens Commented:
Tamara Robbins
Peggy Portwine
Jodi Boas
Debra Havlik
Fen
John Havlik
Passed …
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Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 13:00
General
City of Alachua and Police Benevolence Association to negotiate contract article
The City of Alachua and the Police Benevolence Association are meeting to negotiate Article 26 and related articles for the FY2026/2027 Collective Bargaining Agreement. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from June 18, 2026.
- Negotiation of Article 26 for FY2026/2027 Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Approval of June 18, 2026, meeting minutes
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City Hall, 15100 NW 142nd Terrace, Alachua
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City of Alachua Representative: Jason Taylor, Esq.
City of Alachua Bargaining Unit Team Member: Jesse Sandusky, Chief of Police
City of Alachua Bargaining Unit Team Member: Tara Malone, Human Resources Director
PBA Representative: George Corwine
PBA Team Member: David Tuck
Bargaining Unit Representative: Sgt. Carlos Hunt
PBA Bargaining Unit Team Member: Jacob Eady
PBA Bargaining Unit Team Member: Jimmy Smith
Meeting between City of Alachua and Police Benevolence
Association to Negotiate Article 26 and any Related Articles for
FY2026/2027 Collective Bargaining Agreement
At 1:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: July 1, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Chair,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
I. OLD BUSINESS
A) APPROVE JUNE 18, 2026, MEETING MINUTES
B) CONTINUE NEGOTIATIONS OF ARTICLE 26 AND ANY RELATED ARTICLES
FOR FY2026/2027 COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT
II. NEW BUSINE …
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Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 18:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 16:30
Senior Resources Advisory Board
Senior Resources Advisory Board to discuss municipal pool and community center
The Senior Resources Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on several community projects. The board will discuss the addition of a municipal pool and the theme and exhibits for the Hathcock Community Center.
- Discussion on the addition of a municipal pool
- Discussion on theme and exhibits for the Hathcock Community Center
- Update on senior activities and upcoming trips
- Review of future public transport opportunities
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James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
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Chair John E. Brown
Member James Curington
Member Asia Eichmiller
Member Tom Hubbard
Member Allen Jones
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
The Senior Resources Advisory Board will conduct a
Senior Resources Advisory Board Meeting
At 4:30 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: June 23, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Senior Resources Advisory Board Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Chair,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
I. OLD BUSINESS
II. NEW BUSINESS
A) UPDATE — DISCUSS THE ADDITION OF A MUNICIPAL POOL
B) UPDATE — DISCUSSION ON THEME AND EXHIBITS FOR THE HATHCOCK
COMMUNITY CENTER
C) UPDATE ON SENIOR ACTIVITIES AND UPCOMING TRIPS
D) REVISITING FUTURE PUBLIC TRANSPORT OPPORTUNITIES
III. BOARD COMMENTS/DISCUSSION
IV. CITIZENS COMMENTS
ADJOURN
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
City Commission to consider zoning changes for US 441 area
The City Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and vote on two ordinances amending the comprehensive plan and zoning atlas for a ± 182-acre property at 16650 NW US Highway 441. The agenda also includes a consent agenda for routine items and a public hearing for a right-turn lane project.
- Ordinance 26-09: Comprehensive plan amendment for ± 46.68-acre property at 16650 NW US 441
- Ordinance 26-10: Zoning atlas amendment for ± 182-acre property at 16650 NW US 441
- RFB 2026-03: US 441 right turn lane to South on Northwest 104th Terrace award
- Consent agenda: Approval of May 18 and June 8, 2026 meeting minutes
- Interlocal Agreement: City of Alachua and Alachua County for Safe Routes to School project
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✓ Decided: City Commission approves $293,714 road contract and land use amendment
The City Commission approved a construction contract for a right turn lane on US 441 and passed a small-scale land use map amendment. A separate zoning amendment for a 182-acre property was continued to a future meeting.
- Approved $293,714.40 contract with John C. Hipp Construction Equipment Company for US 441 right turn lane (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 26-09 to amend future land use map for ± 46.68-acre property at 16650 NW US Highway 441 (3-2)
- Continued Ordinance 26-10 regarding zoning for ± 182-acre property at 16650 NW US Highway 441 to July 27, 2026 (5-0)
- Approved FY 2025-2026 Fiscal Analysis Report through May 31, 2026 (5-0)
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Mayor Walter Welch
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The City Commission will conduct a
Regular City Commission Meeting
At 6:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: June 22, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
City Commission Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Mayor,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
APPROVE READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE
ONLY
I. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A)
BUILDING COMPASSIONATE COMMUNITIES THROUGH HOSPICE AND
PALLIATIVE CARE
B) FISCAL ANALYSIS REPORT FOR FY 2025-2026 THROUGH MAY 31, 2026
II. COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS ON SUBJECTS NOT ON THE AGENDA
(Please Limit to 3 Minutes. Any citizen who is unable to speak at this time will have an
opportunity to speak at the end of the meeting)
III. COMMI …
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Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes
June 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mayor Walter Welch
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
CITIZENS PRESENT: Nancy Watson, James Curington, C. Skipper, M. Cashatt,
Marianne Preisler, Rick Lanese, Dana Noyes, Dan Bullard, Gloria Gould, Brett Wallace,
M. Rhynd, Fintan Vargas, Keith Butts, Randy Wacha, Carol Buchanan, Julie Harris
Marrillee Jipson, Glen Anderson, Chris Beaty, Jan Osejo, Lori Hjelmeir, Matt Addison,
Malcolm Elliot, Gustavo Avalos, George Ziegler, Stephen Boyes, Jeremy Scheer,
Sandra Parker, Henry Parker, Tom Hubbard, Celine Benedict, Elizabeth Rafferty,
Dianne Crunhilton, Amanda Howard, Jodi Boas, Natron Curtis, Bhishma Benadict, John
Havlik, Angela Basham, David Basham, Maddie Basham, Virgil Postell, Jr., Linda
Powell, Diana Saunders, Monica Moore, Jason McCane, Stan Sircello, Kiran Khatri,
Tamara Robbins, Peace Williams, D. K., Connie Meyer, Soorya Lindberg, Michele Lee,
S. Elsey, Barbara Lemley, Peggy Portwine, Gary Pappas, John Coakley, Matt Phillips,
Sam Berry, Mat Roat, Aubrey Sharp, Brian Snyder, Sharon Everton, Carroll Evertson,
D. E. King, Clay Sweger, Bell Smith, Julie Smith, Michelle King, Madison Hutcheson,
Mike Williams, Yogi Nutt, Selina DeWilde, Craig …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 12:30
General
15100 NW 142nd Terrace, Alachua
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 18:00
General
Planning and Zoning Board to review site plans and rezoning requests
The Planning and Zoning Board will consider a site plan for an office building and a subdivision of 60 single-family lots. The board will also review requests to change land use and zoning for the Hathcock Community Center.
- PSP26-0003: Proposed ± 6,509 square foot office building at 13700 Progress Boulevard
- PR26-0001: Rezoning ± 0.49 acres at NW 159th Lane and NW 141st Street from RSF-3 to Government Facility
- PSSC26-0001: Future Land Use Map amendment for ± 1.48 acres to 'Public' for Hathcock Community Center
- PPP25-0003: Proposed subdivision of ± 10.60 acres into 60 single-family detached lots south of US Highway 441
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✓ Decided: Alachua P&Z Board approves MLM Biologics site plan, advances Hathcock and Canopy Trace projects
The Planning and Zoning Board approved a site plan for a 6,509-square-foot office building for MLM Biologics at 13700 Progress Boulevard. The board also voted to transmit to the City Commission with a recommendation to approve a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment and a rezoning for the Hathcock Community Center, as well as the preliminary plat for the Canopy Trace residential subdivision (60 single-family lots). All votes were 4-0.
- Approved MLM Biologics site plan for 6,509 sq ft office building (4-0)
- Transmitted Hathcock Community Center FLUM amendment to City Commission with recommendation to approve (4-0)
- Transmitted Hathcock Community Center rezoning to Government Facility (GF) to City Commission with recommendation to approve (4-0)
- Transmitted Canopy Trace preliminary plat (60 single-family lots) to City Commission with recommendation to approve, subject to 5 conditions (4-0)
- Approved April 21, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
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Chair William Smith
Vice Chair William Menadier
Member Jenny Highlander
Member Danielle J. Judd
Member
School Board Member Tina Certain
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The Planning and Zoning Board will conduct a
Regular Planning and Zoning Board Meeting
At 6:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: June 9, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Planning and Zoning Board Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Chair,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
I. OLD BUSINESS
II. NEW BUSINESS
A) APPROVE MEETING MINUTES- APRIL 21,2026
B) PSP26-0003 | MLM BUILDING ADDITION - PROGRESS CENTER - A REQUEST
BY EDA CONSULTANTS, INC. (APPLICANT/AGENT), ON BEHALF OF MLM
BIOLOGICS INC. (PROPERTY OWNER), FOR A SITE PLAN WHICH PROPOSES
THE CONSTRUCTION OF A ± 6,509 SQUARE FOOT OFFICE BUILDING WITH
ASSOCIATED SITE IMPROVEMENTS ON A ± 1.51-ACRE PROPERTY, LOCATED
AT 13700 PROGRESS B …
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THE GOOD LIFE COMMUNITY
Regular Planning and Zoning Board Meeting Minutes
June 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Chair William Smith City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
Vice Chair William Menadier City Alfomney Sant Worker
Member Jenny Highlander
Member Danielle J. Judd
Member Matthew Webster
School Board Member Tina Certain
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Planning and Zoning Board Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal
any decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the
proceedings. It will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities
needing special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact
the Chair, through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior
to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
William Smith — Chair 6:02 pm —_— William Menadier, Vice Chair - Absent
INVOCATION
Led by Virginia Johns
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Member Danielle Judd moved to approve the agenda with the changes stated by
the Chair; seconded by Member Jenny Highlander.
Motion passed by unanimous consent.
|. OLD BUSINESS
ll. NEW BUSINESS
A) APPROVE MEETING MINUTES- APRIL 21,2026
Member Judd moved to approve the meeting minutes from the April 21, 2026
meeting; seconded by Member Highlander.
Motion passed by unanimous consent.
B) PSP26-0 …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 17:00
Community Redevelopment Agency Board
CRA board meeting with only procedural items
This is a procedural meeting of the Alachua Community Redevelopment Agency Board. The agenda includes approval of the April 6, 2026 meeting minutes, staff updates, and board and citizen comments. No major policy decisions, contracts, or rezonings are listed for discussion or action.
- Approve meeting minutes from April 6, 2026
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Chair Walter Welch
Vice Chair Jennifer Ringersen
Member Jacob Fletcher
Member Shirley Green Brown
Member Jackson Youmas
Executive Director Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The Community Redevelopment Agency will conduct a
Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting
At 5:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: June 8, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal
any decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the
proceedings. It will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities
needing special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact
the Chair, through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior
to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
I. OLD BUSINESS
II. NEW BUSINESS
A) APPROVE MEETING MINUTES - APRIL 6, 2026
B) STAFF UPDATES
III. BOARD COMMENTS/DISCUSSION
IV. CITIZENS COMMENTS
ADJOURN
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
City Commission to consider annexation and zoning changes for 16650 NW US Highway 441
The City Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss extending city limits to include certain contiguous lands and to consider three ordinances regarding land use and zoning changes at 16650 NW US Highway 441. The agenda also includes routine items such as the purchase of a bucket truck and the approval of meeting minutes.
- Ordinance 26-08: Extending corporate limits to include certain contiguous lands (Tax Parcels 03909-000-000; 03910-002-000)
- Ordinance 26-09: Amending Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map for ± 46.68-acre property at 16650 NW US HIGHWAY 441
- Ordinance 26-10: Amending Official Zoning Atlas for ± 182-acre property at 16650 NW US HIGHWAY 441
- Resolution 26-06: Appointing one member to the Planning and Zoning Board
- Purchase of Altec AA55 Bucket Truck
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✓ Decided: Alachua City Commission approves land extensions and board appointment
The City Commission approved an ordinance to extend corporate limits and appointed a new member to the Planning and Zoning Board. A comprehensive plan amendment regarding 16650 NW US Highway 441 was continued to a future meeting.
- Appointed Matthew Webster to the Planning & Zoning Board (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-08 to extend city corporate limits (5-0)
- Continued Ordinance 26-09 and Item C to June 22, 2026 (3-2)
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Mayor Walter Welch
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The City Commission will conduct a
Regular City Commission Meeting
At 6:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: June 8, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
City Commission Meeting
APPEALING A DECISION: Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes.
In order to appeal any decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of
the proceedings. It will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
ACCOMMODATIONS: In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with
disabilities needing special accommodations to participate in this meeting should
contact the Mayor, through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day
prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
APPROVE READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE
ONLY
I. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
II. COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS ON SUBJECTS NOT ON THE AGENDA
(Please Limit to 3 Minutes. Any citizen who is unable to speak at this time will have an
opportunity to speak at the end of the meeting)
III. COMMITTEE REPORTS/COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS/CITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
A) RESOLUTION 26-06: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY …
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Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes
June 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mayor Walter Welch City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen Cie Aromey’ Scott Waker
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
CITIZENS PRESENT: Connie Meyer, Don Bullart, Janice Osejo, Carol Skipper, Margie
Caskatt, Gary Pappas, Jim Curington, Mathew Root, Edmond Grosz, Steve Lang,
Gloria Gould, Mable Blake, Shakka Stridge, Michelle Lee, Sunita Parke, Julie Harris,
Mohini Krueger, Linda Powell, Rudy Rothseiden, Hans Havlik, Joann Lange, Debra
Sermons, Eddie Sermons, Peggy Portwine, Sandra Elsey, Bonnie Hamdi, Lori
Hielmeir, Angela Basham, Maddie Basham, David Basham, Samantha King, Pamela
Blasetti, Fintan Vargas, Keith Butts, Bill Smith, Julie Smith, Malcolm Elliott, Jeff Parker,
Sandra Parker, Elizabeth Rafferty, Jeremy Scheer, Sarah Younger, William Martin,
Martha Mirteer, Ray Washington, Cynthia Machepa, Nehala Malrye, Craig Anderson,
Dana Noyes, Anna Johansson, Stacey Breney, Sequoya Joybringer Blanchard, James
Paxton, Sherri McCorrmick, Carol Nicholson, Lori Erickson, Travis Wood, Pamela
Smalbein, John Coakley, Susan Caruso, Shelley Vickers, Selina Dewikle, Terissa Nutt,
Ashley Bannisler, Tamara Robbins, Mohini Chacon.
STAFF ATTENDING: Robert Bonetti, Carson Crockett, Kenyata Curtis, …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
Joint city commission and education task force meeting
This is a joint meeting of the Alachua City Commission and the Education Task Force. The agenda contains only procedural items (call to order, approval of agenda, general discussion, and adjournment) with no specific proposals, ordinances, or contracts listed for decision or discussion.
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✓ Decided: City Commission and ETF meeting concludes with no substantive decisions
The Joint Commission and ETF meeting was held on June 1, 2026. The only formal actions taken were the approval of the agenda and the adjournment of the meeting. No other decisions were recorded.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous consent)
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Mayor Walter Welch
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
City Manager Rodolfo
Valladares
The Education Task Force will conduct a
Joint City Commission and Education Task Force Meeting
At 6:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: June 1, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Education Task Force Meeting
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Mayor,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
I. AGENDA ITEMS
A) GENERAL DISCUSSION
ADJOURN
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Cityof
A CHUA
THE GOOD LIFE COMMUNITY
Joint Commission and ETF Meeting Minutes
June 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mayor Walter Welch City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
Education Task Force Chair Jeffrey Means
Vice Chair Travis White
Member Lynn Hayes
Member Dietra Sherman
Member Ryan Reidway
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Joint Commission and ETF Meeting
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities
needing special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact
the Mayor, through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior
to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Walter Welch called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown - Absent
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher - Absent
Member Ryan Reidway - Absent
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen moved to approve the agenda; seconded by
Commissioner Jackson Youmas,
Passed by unanimous consent.
1. AGENDA ITEMS
A) GENERAL DISCUSSION
David Wisener, Economic Development Manager, General Discussion - filed.
ADJOURN
Vice Mayor Ringersen moved to adjourn; seconded by Commissioner Youmas.
Passed by unanimous consent.
The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m.
ATTEST: CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ALACHUA, FLORIDA:
Walter Welch, Mayor
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 17:00
Education Task Force
Task Force to approve prior minutes and discuss a new strategic plan
The Alachua County Education Task Force will meet on June 1, 2026 at the James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers. The agenda includes approval of the minutes from the April 13, 2026 meeting. Members will discuss establishing a strategic plan for the task force. The meeting also provides time for board and citizen comments.
- Approve meeting minutes from 4/13/2026
- Discuss establishment of a strategic plan
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Chair Jeffrey Means
Vice Chair Travis White
Member Lynn Hayes
Member Ryan Reidway
Member Dietra H. Sherman
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
The Education Task Force will conduct a
Regular Education Task Force Meeting
At 5:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: June 1, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Education Task Force Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Chair,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
I. OLD BUSINESS
II. NEW BUSINESS
A) APPROVE MEETING MINUTES, 4/13/2026
B) ESTABLISHMENT OF STRATEGIC PLAN DISCUSSION
III. BOARD COMMENTS/DISCUSSION
IV. CITIZENS COMMENTS
ADJOURN
Wed May 27, 2026 · 16:00
General
Stakeholder meeting for city's 2050 vision and comprehensive plan
The City Commission will hold a stakeholder meeting to discuss the city's vision and comprehensive plan for 2050. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is solely for discussion of the comprehensive plan update.
- Stakeholder meeting for Our Alachua: 2050 — topics include city's vision and comprehensive plan
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The will conduct a
Regular Meeting
At 4:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: May 27, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Meeting
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Mayor,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
OPENING
DISCUSSION TOPICS
A) STAKEHOLDER MEETING FOR OUR ALACHUA: 2050 — TOPICS INCLUDE THE
CITY'S VISION & COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
CLOSING
Tue May 19, 2026 · 18:00
General
Workshop on Alachua 2050 vision and comprehensive plan
The Alachua County Commission will hold a workshop titled “Our Alachua: 2050.” The workshop will discuss the city’s vision and comprehensive plan for the future. No formal actions or votes are listed for this agenda item.
- Workshop “Our Alachua: 2050” – discussion of city vision and comprehensive plan
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The will conduct a
Regular Meeting
At 6:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: May 19, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Meeting
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Mayor,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
OPENING
DISCUSSION TOPICS
A) WORKSHOP FOR OUR ALACHUA: 2050 — TOPICS INCLUDE THE CITY'S
VISION & COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
CLOSING
Mon May 18, 2026 · 18:00
General
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
City Commission to discuss budget, annexation, and school board meeting
The City Commission will meet to discuss a budget amendment for the police department, extend city limits to include adjacent land, and request a joint meeting with the Alachua County School Board. The agenda also includes committee assignments and a utility contract.
- Resolution 26-07: Amending FY 2025-2026 General Fund Budget for police grant program
- Ordinance 26-08: Extending corporate limits to include adjacent land (Tax Parcels 03909-000-000; 03910-002-000)
- Request for joint meeting with the Alachua County School Board
- 2026-2027 City Commission Board and Committee Assignments
- Approval of April 20, 2026, meeting minutes
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Mayor Walter Welch
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The City Commission will conduct a
Regular City Commission Meeting
At 6:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: May 18, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
City Commission Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Mayor,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
APPROVE READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE
ONLY
I. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A) UPDATE ON SB 180 TRAINING AND LITIGATION
II. COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS ON SUBJECTS NOT ON THE AGENDA
(Please Limit to 3 Minutes. Any citizen who is unable to speak at this time will have an
opportunity to speak at the end of the meeting)
III. COMMITTEE REPORTS/COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS/CITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
A) 2026-2027 CITY COMMISSION BOARD AND COM …
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 15:00
Community Redevelopment Agency Board
CRA board to approve March meeting minutes
The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes from March 16, 2026, and receive a staff report. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Approve meeting minutes from March 16, 2026
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James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
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Chair Kelly Harris
Vice Chair Mandy Bucci
Member Leon Barrows
Member Brian Boukari
Member Rudy Rothseiden
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will conduct a
Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board
Meeting
At 3:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: May 18, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal
any decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the
proceedings. It will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities
needing special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact
the Chair, through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior
to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
I. OLD BUSINESS
II. NEW BUSINESS
A) APPROVE MEETING MINUTES- MARCH 16, 2026.
B) STAFF REPORT
III. BOARD COMMENTS/DISCUSSION
IV. CITIZENS COMMENTS
ADJOURN
Tue May 12, 2026 · 18:00
General
James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers, City Hall, Alachua
Mon May 4, 2026 · 18:00
City Commission
City Commission to consider land‑use and zoning amendments for 16650 NW US Highway 441
The Alachua City Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider two ordinance readings that amend the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map and the Official Zoning Atlas for a large property at 16650 NW US Highway 441. The agenda also includes discussion of the FY2025/2026 Alachua Police Department–North Central Florida Police Benevolent Association collective bargaining agreement. Additional items are special presentations, citizen comment periods, committee reports, and routine consent‑agenda approvals of prior meeting minutes.
- Ordinance 26-09: amendment of the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map for a ~46.68‑acre property at 16650 NW US Highway 441 (first reading)
- Ordinance 26-10: amendment of the Official Zoning Atlas for a ~182‑acre property at 16650 NW US Highway 441 (first reading)
- FY2025/2026 City of Alachua/Alachua Police Department‑North Central Florida Police Benevolent Association collective bargaining agreement
- Special presentations including Alachua Elementary Art Certificate and HIPPY program
- Consent agenda approvals of April 20, 2026 joint city commission/board of canvassers meeting minutes and city commission meeting minutes
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✓ Decided: Commission ratified the Alachua Police collective bargaining agreement
The City Commission approved the FY 2025/2026 Alachua Police Department–North Central Florida Police Benevolent Association collective bargaining agreement and directed the Mayor, City Manager, and City Attorney to execute it. The Commission also deferred the first readings of Ordinances 26-09 and 26-10 to June 8, 2026, and approved the meeting agenda and consent items. The meeting was adjourned at 9:12 p.m.
- Approved agenda as amended (unanimous consent)
- Approved reading of proposed ordinances by title only (unanimous consent)
- Deferred hearing and first reading of Ordinance 26-09 to June 8, 2026 (5-0 roll call)
- Deferred hearing and first reading of Ordinance 26-10 to June 8, 2026 (5-0 roll call)
- Ratified FY 2025/2026 Police collective bargaining agreement (5-0 roll call)
- Approved consent agenda items (routine approvals)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous consent)
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Mayor Walter Welch
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Youmas
City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
City Attorney Scott Walker
The City Commission will conduct a
Regular City Commission Meeting
At 6:00 PM
to address the item(s) below.
Meeting Date: May 4, 2026
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
City Commission Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal any
decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the proceedings. It
will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing
special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the Mayor,
through the City Clerk’s office, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
APPROVE READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE
ONLY
I. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A) ALACHUA ELEMENTARY ART CERTIFICATE PRESENTATION
B) HOME INSTRUCTION FOR PARENTS OF PRESCHOOL YOUNGSTERS (HIPPY)
PROGRAM
C) 2026 FSAWWA REGION XI BEST TASTING DRINKING WATER AWARD
D) 2026 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WEEK PROCLAMATION
E) STOP THE BLEED DAY 2026
F) MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH 2026
G) PEACE OFFICERS MEMORIAL DAY 2026
II. CO …
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Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes
May 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mayor Walter Welch City Manager Rodolfo Valladares
Vice Mayor Jennifer Ringersen City Atlomey Scott Walker
Commissioner Shirley Green Brown
Commissioner Jacob Fletcher
Commissioner Jackson Yournas
Meeting Location: James A. Lewis City Commission Chambers
15100 NW 142 Terrace
Alachua, FL 32615
CITIZENS PRESENT: Sherri McCormick, Malcolm Elliot, Dana Noyes, Chad Williams,
Lilia Williams, Stacy Williams, Nannette Dell, James Curington, Bill Smith, Julie Smith,
Brett Wable, Karen Wable, Dianne Crunkilton, David Soderholm, Britni Fultz, Tamara
Robbins, Soorya Lindberg, Tanya Floyd, Rudy Rothseiden, Phyllis Strickland, Leslie
Richardson, Latosha Brown, Nakula Hertz, John Havlik, Debra Havlik, Hans Havlik,
Mohini Chacon, Mohim Krueger.
STAFF ATTENDING: Robert Bonetti, Carson Crockett, Kenyata Curtis, Nathanial Ford,
Lisa Freeman, Jack Hansen, Lynn Hayes, Carlos Hunt, Janet Knapp, Brent Lanier,
Tara Malone, Damon Messina, Carl Newsome, Jesse Sandusky, Donna Smith, Bryan
Thomas, LeAnne Williams, Tyler Williams, Cap Wilson, David Wisener
City Commission Meeting
Notice given pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes. In order to appeal
any decision made at this meeting, you will need a verbatim record of the
proceedings. It will be your responsibility to ensure such a record is made.
In accordance with Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities
needing special accommodat …
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 62 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $276.8M | RESILIENCE GOVERNMENT SERVICES, INC. Department of Defense · MEDICAL COUNTERMEASURES ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT AND MANUFACTURING (MCM AD |
| $93.0M | RESILIENCE GOVERNMENT SERVICES, INC. Department of Defense · CLINICAL DEVELOPMENT PHASE 2 STUDY |
| $16.0M | RV RETAILER EAST LLC Department of Homeland Security · SINGLE AWARDS FOR: RVS THAT SLEEP THREE (3) TO FOUR (4) - A TOTAL OF |
| $15.1M | RESILIENCE GOVERNMENT SERVICES, INC. Department of Health and Human Services · TO MAKE AN AWARD UNDER HHS-NIH-NIAID-BAA2018 |
| $10.6M | RESILIENCE GOVERNMENT SERVICES, INC. Department of Health and Human Services · FFMN - NANO |
| $4.7M | ALCHEM LABORATORIES CORPORATION Department of Health and Human Services · A MULTI-SITE, RANDOMIZED, DOUBLE-BLIND, MULTI-ARM HISTORICAL CONTROL, |
| $4.5M | RESILIENCE GOVERNMENT SERVICES, INC. Department of Defense · DS PROCESS CHARACTERIZATION |
| $4.3M | RESILIENCE GOVERNMENT SERVICES, INC. Department of Defense · DRUG SUBSTANCE (DS) PROCESS VALIDATION, DRUG PRODUCT (DP) PROCESS VALI |
| $3.5M | QUINCY ONE LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · HOPTEL ROOMS - GAINESVILLE FL |
| $3.3M | RESILIENCE GOVERNMENT SERVICES, INC. Department of Health and Human Services · IGF::OT::IGF |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Alachua County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities3 (2024)
Business establishments6,721 (103,368 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,583/mo (217 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy18.6% (low numeracy 30% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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Recorded votes
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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