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Alachua public meetings in 2022

68 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 12, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

City Commission considers $37,500 loan for affordable housing in Merrillwood

The City Commission is meeting to discuss a loan commitment for the development of 96 affordable family housing units. The body will also consider appointments to the Citizen Advisory Task Force.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approves loan commitment for affordable housing

The City Commission approved a low-interest loan commitment to support the Alachua County Housing Authority's application for funding. This funding is intended for the development of 96 new replacement affordable housing residential units in Merrillwood.

Wed Dec 7, 2022 · 17:00

Senior Resources Advisory Board

Senior Resources Advisory Board to elect leadership and set 2023 calendar

The board is meeting to elect a chairperson and vice chairperson for one-year terms and approve a quarterly meeting calendar for 2023. Members will also receive presentations on parliamentary procedures, Sunshine Law, and a senior book club.

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✓ Decided: Senior Resources Advisory Board approves agenda and previous minutes

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from March 15, 2022. Members received presentations on parliamentary procedures and Sunshine Law. The board discussed senior meal delivery and upcoming holiday events at the Hathcock Center.

Mon Nov 28, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

City Commission to consider budget amendment for Police Department

The City Commission is meeting to address a budget amendment for the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 General Fund. The body will also receive presentations regarding a community remembrance quilt and student artists.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approves budget amendment and legal representation

The City Commission approved a resolution to amend the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 General Fund budget to address unanticipated revenues and police department variances. The commission also authorized legal action and representation for litigation involving 'Harvest' and 'Carol'.

Thu Nov 17, 2022 · 18:00

Youth Advisory Council

Youth Advisory Council to discuss potential projects for the year

The Youth Advisory Council is meeting to discuss updates on proposed projects. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from October 27, 2022.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Council meeting records no substantive decisions

The Youth Advisory Council met on November 17, 2022. The meeting consisted of procedural items and a discussion regarding possible projects for the year, but no formal actions were taken.

Mon Nov 14, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

City Commission to consider final plat for Briarwood Phase 2 and 3

The City Commission will hold a quasi-judicial hearing to consider a request to subdivide a ±45.16 acre property into 145 lots. The body will also appoint members to the Citizen Advisory Task Force and discuss the Alachua West Wastewater Improvement Project.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approves Briarwood Phase 2 and 3 final plat

The City Commission approved the final plat for Briarwood Phase 2 and 3 and an agreement for the Alachua West Wastewater Improvement Project. An appointment to the Citizen Advisory Task Force was deferred.

Mon Nov 14, 2022 · 17:00

Community Redevelopment Agency

CRA to adopt 2023 public meeting schedule

The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to establish its 2023 calendar and approve previous minutes. The body will also receive staff updates regarding downtown infrastructure and holiday events.

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✓ Decided: CRA adopts public meeting schedule for Fiscal Year 2022-2023

The Community Redevelopment Agency approved the meeting minutes from September 12, 2022, and adopted the public meeting schedule for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Staff provided updates regarding agency activities.

Thu Oct 27, 2022 · 10:00

Special Magistrate

Special Magistrate to hear 8 code enforcement violation cases

The Alachua Special Magistrate will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on October 27, 2022, to address eight code enforcement violation cases, including one old business item and seven new cases. The meeting will also consider approval of the July 28, 2022 minutes. The agenda is primarily procedural, with each case involving alleged violations of the City of Alachua Code of Ordinances.

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✓ Decided: Special Magistrate issues code violations and fines for multiple properties

Special Magistrate Michael Durham found several properties in violation of city code, setting compliance deadlines and potential daily fines. Other cases were continued to December 29, 2022, or noted as compliant.

Thu Oct 27, 2022 · 18:00

Youth Advisory Council

Youth Advisory Council to brainstorm annual projects and Christmas parade participation

The Youth Advisory Council will discuss potential projects for the year and their involvement in the Christmas Parade on Main Street. The council is also scheduled to review and approve meeting minutes from September 22, 2022.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Council discusses potential annual projects

The Council discussed three project ideas: a community equality mural, sanitary kits for students, and city recycling. Members reached a consensus that they cannot participate in the Christmas Parade on Main Street due to scheduling conflicts.

Mon Oct 24, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

City Commission to approve 2023 meeting calendar and select opioid task force member

The Alachua City Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve the 2023 meeting calendar, which skips one meeting in July and December, and to select a commissioner to serve on the Opioid Task Force. The agenda also includes consent items for approving September minutes and a code enforcement fine waiver. No major ordinances or public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves 2023 meeting calendar and opioid task force member

The City Commission approved the 2023 City Commission Meeting Calendar and appointed Vice Mayor Jennifer Blalock as the city's representative to the Opioid Task Force. No other substantive decisions were made; the remainder of the meeting consisted of presentations, citizen comments, and commissioner announcements.

Tue Oct 11, 2022 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Board

Board to consider special exception and site plan for Master's Lawn Care expansion

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings on a special exception permit and a site plan for Master's Lawn Care at 11417 NW 59th Terrace. The special exception would allow landscape services in the Agricultural zoning district, and the site plan proposes a ±2,000 square foot building addition on the ±8.00 acre property. The board will also approve the minutes from the September 13, 2022 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Approved special exception and site plan for lawn care business

The board approved a special exception permit and a site plan for Master's Lawn Care, a landscape services business, at 11450 NW 59th Terrace. Both items passed unanimously (5-0) with conditions from the staff report.

Mon Oct 10, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approves self-storage in industrial zone (4-0)

The Commission approved Ordinance 23-01 on second reading, amending the Land Development Regulations to allow self-service storage as a permitted use in the Light and Warehouse Industrial (ILW) zoning district. The vote was 4-0. A final plat for Briarwood Phase 2 and 3 was deferred; the applicant must reapply and re-advertise.

Mon Oct 3, 2022 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Parks board defers minutes, discusses summer camp and baseball park

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board deferred approval of the March 28, 2022 minutes due to incorrect documents. The board received updates on the summer camp program, Hitchcock's Baseball Park playground, and cultural events, but took no formal votes or decisions on these items.

Mon Sep 26, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

Alachua Commission to consider rezoning, plats, and budget resolutions

The Alachua City Commission is meeting to decide on several land use items, including a text amendment to allow self-service storage in the ILW district, final plats for Briarwood Phase 2/3 and Fletcher Trace, and second readings for the Peggy Road comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning. They will also consider resolutions setting the property tax levy, the FY 2022-2023 budget, and the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program, plus a collective bargaining agreement and fee schedule changes.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves FY 2022-23 budget with 5.39 millage rate

The City Commission adopted the final budget and millage rate for FY 2022-23, set at 5.3900 mills (an 8.1% increase from the rolled-back rate), along with the capital improvement program. The Commission also approved several land-use changes, including a text amendment allowing self-service storage in industrial zoning, the Fletcher Trace preliminary plat for 472 lots, and the Peggy Road comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning to residential. A three-year police collective bargaining agreement and the FY 2023 compensation plan were ratified.

Thu Sep 22, 2022 · 18:00

Youth Advisory Council

Youth Advisory Council to elect leadership and appoint members

The Youth Advisory Council will hold elections for a chairperson and vice chairperson. The council will also consider appointing Natalie Klein to the General Council and review municipal government, parliamentary procedures, and sunshine law presentations.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Council elects new chair and vice chair

The Youth Advisory Council elected Addison Grosz as Chair and Emma Cedeno-Alonso as Vice Chair. The council also appointed Natalie Klein to the General Council and agreed to hold monthly meetings for the 2022-2023 school year. Previous meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

Mon Sep 19, 2022 · 15:00

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

CRA board to approve final $678,330 budget for FY 2022-2023

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will consider approving the final budget for fiscal year 2022-2023, totaling $678,330, which was already passed by the CRA on September 12, 2022. The board will also receive staff updates on the downtown parking lot construction, Theater Park renovations, and Holiday Nights planning, and will vote on approving the August 15, 2022 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: CRA Advisory Board approves August minutes, hears staff updates, no major decisions

The CRA Advisory Board met on September 19, 2022, with Vice Chair Harris presiding. The board approved the August 15, 2022 minutes unanimously. Staff provided updates on the Main Street parking lot, drainage issues, a proposed gazebo in Theater Park, and upcoming events. No substantive decisions or votes on funding, contracts, or policy were made.

Tue Sep 13, 2022 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Board

Board to review car wash, Dairy Queen, restaurant sites and 472-lot subdivision

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings on site plans for a Camel Car Wash, a Dairy Queen with drive-through, and a Mi Apa Restaurant, plus a preliminary plat for the 472-lot Fletcher Trace subdivision. They will also consider a text amendment to allow self-service storage in the ILW zoning district. Staff recommends approval for the car wash site plan subject to conditions.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 472-lot Fletcher Trace preliminary plat

The Planning and Zoning Board approved a preliminary plat for Fletcher Trace, a 472-lot subdivision on 118.2 acres east of CR 235, and recommended it to the City Commission. The board also approved site plans for a car wash, Dairy Queen, and Mi Apa Restaurant, and recommended a text amendment to allow self-service storage in the ILW zoning district. All votes were 3-0.

Mon Sep 12, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

City Commission to address 2022-2023 budget and tax levies

The City Commission is meeting to consider resolutions for the 2022 tax year and the 2022-2023 fiscal year budget. The body will also discuss waste management contracts and a request for opioid awareness funding.

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✓ Decided: City adopts FY 2022-23 budget and millage rate

The City Commission adopted the final millage rate and budget for FY 2022-23, along with the TK Basin maintenance assessment and a solid waste contract amendment. It also approved appointments to the Youth Advisory Council and a School Resource Officer contract. The opioid task force funding request was discussed but not voted on.

Mon Sep 12, 2022 · 17:00

Community Redevelopment Agency

CRA proposes $678,330 budget for 2022-2023 fiscal year

The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to adopt the 2022-2023 fiscal year budget and approve previous meeting minutes. The body will also receive staff updates regarding downtown infrastructure and upcoming holiday events.

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✓ Decided: CRA approves $2.1M budget for 2022-2023 fiscal year

The Community Redevelopment Agency approved Resolution CRA22-06, adopting the budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year and revising the estimate of receipts and balances to be brought forward. The vote was 5-0. The meeting also included approval of the July 25, 2022 minutes and staff updates.

Wed Sep 7, 2022 · 17:00

Senior Resources Advisory Board

City Manager to present results of Senior Community Survey

The Senior Resources Advisory Board will receive an update from City Manager Mike DaRoza regarding the distribution and results of the 2022 Alachua Senior Community Survey. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from June 15, 2022.

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✓ Decided: Senior survey update given; June minutes approved

The board received an update on the senior community survey, with about 200 surveys distributed and 12 returned, and no deadline set for returns. The June 15, 2022 meeting minutes were approved unanimously. Chair Brown announced a Community Wellness Festival grant and date. A citizen presented on end-of-life preparation services.

Mon Aug 22, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

City Commission to consider rezoning and land use changes for Tomoka Hills

The City Commission is reviewing requests to change a ±45.3 acre property from agricultural to community commercial use. The body will also consider a final plat for a 122-lot subdivision and updates to utility and waste ordinances.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves Tomoka Hills commercial rezoning and utility rate hike

The commission approved a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for a 45.3-acre property from agricultural to community commercial (Tomoka Hills Non-Residential) on second reading, both passing 5-0. It also approved a 5-0 vote to amend utility rates for water and wastewater (Ordinance 22-22) and adopted a first reading of a residential solid waste ordinance (4-0). A final plat for Alachua West was deferred to September 26, 2022.

Mon Aug 22, 2022 · 16:30

City Commission

City Commission reviews proposed FY 2022-2023 Enterprise and Internal Service budgets

The City Commission held a workshop to receive updates on the proposed FY 2022-2023 budgets for Enterprise and Internal Service Funds. The session covered budget totals, revenue summaries, and the remaining budget process calendar.

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✓ Decided: Workshop reviewed proposed FY 2022-2023 budgets for enterprise and internal service funds; no decisions made.

The City Commission held a workshop to review the proposed FY 2022-2023 budgets for the Enterprise and Internal Service Funds. Finance Director Rob Bonetti presented the item and answered questions from commissioners about capital improvement plans for electric, water, and wastewater services. No votes or formal decisions were taken; the meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

Mon Aug 15, 2022 · 15:00

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

CRA Advisory Board to review proposed FY 2022-2023 budget

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board is meeting to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The board will also receive staff updates regarding the downtown parking lot and holiday decorations.

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✓ Decided: CRA board approves FY 2022-2023 budget and July minutes

The CRA Advisory Board approved the minutes of the July 18, 2022 meeting and the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget, both by unanimous consent. Staff updates covered seismic monitoring, holiday decorations, and parking lot concerns. No other substantive decisions were made.

Tue Aug 9, 2022 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Board

Board considers allowing self-service storage in light warehousing zones

The Planning and Zoning Board is meeting to discuss a request to amend land development regulations. Staff has recommended deferring the decision on self-service storage permits to the September 13, 2022 meeting due to an advertising error.

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✓ Decided: Planning board defers self-storage zoning amendment to September

The Planning and Zoning Board approved the agenda and the July 12, 2022 minutes as amended. The only substantive item, a text amendment to allow self-service storage in the Industrial Light Warehousing district, was deferred to the September 13, 2022 meeting on staff's request. No other decisions were made.

Mon Aug 8, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

Commission to vote on rezoning 162 acres near US 441 for 275 homes and commercial use

The Alachua City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several rezoning and land-use amendments, including a large mixed-use development near US 441 and NW 188th Street, a high-density residential project at HighPoint Crossing, and a commercial rezoning at Tomoka Hills. They will also consider first reading of an ordinance to amend utility rates for water and wastewater, and receive an update on police accreditation.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves rezoning for 162.5-acre NW 188th St/US 441 development

The City Commission approved several land-use changes, including a rezoning for a 162.5-acre property at NW 188th Street/US 441 to allow residential and commercial development, and a comprehensive plan amendment for a 27.88-acre site to allow high-density residential. They also approved first readings for rezoning and plan amendments for other properties, and renewed the city's commercial and group health insurance packages. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

Mon Aug 8, 2022 · 16:30

City Commission

City Commission reviews proposed FY 2022-2023 budgets

The City Commission held a workshop to receive a presentation on the proposed FY 2022-2023 budgets for the General, Debt Service, Special Revenue, and Capital Projects Funds. The session provided an overview of fund totals, departmental budget enhancements, and the remaining budget process calendar.

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✓ Decided: City Commission holds budget workshop for FY 2022-2023

The City Commission held a workshop to discuss the proposed FY 2022-2023 budgets for the General, Debt Service, Special Revenue, and Capital Projects Funds. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with staff presenting the budget and commissioners asking clarifying questions.

Thu Jul 28, 2022 · 10:00

Special Magistrate

Special Magistrate to hear code violation cases and non-compliance appeals

The Special Magistrate is reviewing several properties for city code violations. The body will consider imposing daily fines on three properties that failed to comply with previous orders and hold initial hearings for two new cases.

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✓ Decided: Special Magistrate finds code violations, sets fines and deadlines

The Special Magistrate heard five code enforcement cases. He found violations in four cases, allowing fines and liens, and set a 30-day compliance deadline for one property. One case was deferred for 180 days due to probate. No new ordinances or contracts were approved.

Mon Jul 25, 2022 · 16:30

City Commission

City Commission holds initial FY 2022-2023 budget workshop

The City Commission is reviewing the initial status of the FY 2022-2023 budget process. Discussions include millage rate options, operating revenues, and proposed utility rate changes. The body is also reviewing the Capital Improvement Program for FY 2023-2027.

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✓ Decided: City Commission holds FY 2022-2023 budget workshop

The City Commission held a workshop to discuss the FY 2022-2023 budget, with staff presentations and commissioner questions. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned by unanimous consent.

Mon Jul 25, 2022 · 17:00

Community Redevelopment Agency

✓ Decided: CRA approves May minutes, hears parking lot and cleanup updates

The Community Redevelopment Agency met and approved the minutes from the May 9, 2022 meeting unanimously. Staff provided updates on the downtown parking lot project and the Great American Cleanup, but no formal decisions were made on those items.

Mon Jul 25, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

Commission to consider rezoning, land use changes, and 2022-23 millage rate

The Alachua City Commission is holding a regular meeting with multiple public hearings on proposed land use and zoning changes, including the HighPoint Crossing and Peggy Road projects, as well as a large-scale amendment near NW 188th St/US 441. They will also set the proposed property tax millage rate for FY 2022-2023 and consider several final plats for new residential subdivisions. The agenda includes routine items like presentations and consent agenda approval.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves HighPoint Crossing rezoning and comp plan amendment

The Commission approved first readings of Ordinances 22-16 and 22-17 for HighPoint Crossing, rezoning 27.88 acres from Corporate Park to High Density Residential and RMF-15, and scheduled final readings for August 8, 2022. It also adopted Ordinance 22-06 on second reading, changing 162.5 acres at NW 188th Street/US 441 from Agriculture to residential and commercial uses. Several items were deferred to later dates, including the Peggy Road PD-R rezoning and Alachua West final plat.

Mon Jul 18, 2022 · 15:00

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

CRA Advisory Board to review downtown parking and budget updates

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive staff updates. Discussions will focus on downtown infrastructure and seasonal event planning.

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✓ Decided: CRA board approves motion to add projects and staff support

The CRA Advisory Board discussed the downtown parking lot budget, timeline, and construction details, and approved a motion to add additional projects and staff support. The board also discussed Holiday Nights and wayfinding signage. No other formal decisions were made.

Tue Jul 12, 2022 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Board

✓ Decided: Board recommends approval of Tomoka Hills commercial rezoning

The Planning and Zoning Board voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for a 45.3-acre property at Tomoka Hills from Agriculture to Community Commercial. The board also approved site plans for a Tucker Davis building addition and San Felasco Tech City Phase 4, and recommended approval of a large-scale plan amendment and rezoning for the Peggy Road property. All votes were unanimous.

Mon Jun 27, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

City Commission considers reducing separation rules for vehicle sales and services

The City Commission is reviewing a request by V3 Capital Group to amend Land Development Regulations. The proposal would allow certain vehicle sales and service businesses to be located closer to schools, day care centers, and residential areas if they front US Hwy 441 or have an intervening arterial or collector street.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves first reading of vehicle sales zoning text amendment

The City Commission approved Ordinance 22-15 on first reading, amending land development regulations for vehicle sales and services, and scheduled a second reading. It also passed Resolution 22-20 updating the bylaws of the Community Development Block Grant Citizen Advisory Task Force. Both votes were 4-0, with Commissioner Dayna Miller absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

Mon Jun 27, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

Joint City-County Commission to discuss proposed 1% infrastructure sales tax

The Joint City-County Commission will discuss a proposed 1% sales surtax for a ten-year period to fund conservation, roads, fire stations, and affordable housing. The body will also receive an update on Alachua County Fire Rescue services and Station 21.

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✓ Decided: City Commission endorses infrastructure surtax plan for roads

The City Commission held a joint meeting with the County Commission to discuss a proposed infrastructure surtax. After discussion, the City Commission voted by roll call to support the infrastructure tax, with all present members voting in favor. No formal ordinance or binding action was taken; the endorsement is a statement of support.

Thu Jun 23, 2022 · 18:00

Youth Advisory Council

Youth Advisory Council to discuss Alachua County Quilt Remembrance Project

The Youth Advisory Council will meet to discuss the progression and potential completion date of the Alachua County Quilt Remembrance Project. The council is also scheduled to review and approve meeting minutes from March 31, 2022.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Council approves March meeting minutes

The Youth Advisory Council met and approved the March 31, 2022 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. Members discussed the Alachua County Quilt Remembrance Project, with squares due by end of June. No other substantive decisions were made.

Wed Jun 15, 2022 · 17:00

Senior Resources Advisory Board

Senior Resources Advisory Board to discuss health and art projects

The board will review proposals for a summer health and wellness project from University of Florida nursing students and a senior art class partnership with Good News Arts. The board is also scheduled to approve the March 15, 2022, meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Senior board approves March minutes, hears fall prevention plan

The Senior Resources Advisory Board approved the March 15, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously. They heard a presentation from University of Florida nursing students on a fall prevention education project for seniors, with a deadline of July 15, 2022. The board also discussed the cancellation of an art class for seniors due to lack of interest and ways to improve communication about city events.

Tue Jun 14, 2022 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Board

PZB to review 72-lot cottage subdivision, HighPoint rezoning, and Alachua Tire special exception

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold quasi-judicial and legislative hearings on several development requests, including a preliminary plat for a 72-lot cottage neighborhood, a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for HighPoint Crossing, and a special exception and site plan for an auto repair shop. The board will also consider a text amendment to land development regulations and approve the previous meeting's minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board recommends HighPoint Crossing rezoning to city commission

The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of the HighPoint Crossing Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment and the associated rezoning to RMF-15, transmitting both to the City Commission. The board also approved a special exception permit and site plan for Alachua Tire, and passed a text amendment to vehicle sales and services standards. The Convergence Research Park preliminary plat was withdrawn and removed from the agenda.

Mon Jun 13, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

Tomoka Hills rezoning and land use change up for final vote

The Alachua City Commission will hold public hearings on the Tomoka Hills project, including a second reading of a comprehensive plan amendment and a rezoning to allow higher-density residential development. The commission will also consider final plats for several residential subdivisions. The agenda includes routine items like awards and citizen comments.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves Tomoka Hills land use and zoning changes

The City Commission approved Ordinance 22-13, amending the Future Land Use Map for the 25.48-acre Tomoka Hills property, and Ordinance 22-14, rezoning the same property, both on second and final reading with 5-0 votes. The Commission also deferred two final plat requests (Tara Forest East Phase 1 and Tara Baywood Phase 1) to the July 25, 2022 meeting, and approved the Convergence Research Park Residential Phase 1 final plat with a performance bond.

Mon May 23, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

Alachua Commission to consider Schmidt Farms land use and rezoning amendments

The City Commission will hold second readings for ordinances regarding the Schmidt Farms property, which involve changing land designations on approximately 121.1 acres. The Commission will also appoint two members to the Planning and Zoning Board and review annual board and committee assignments.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves Schmidt Farms rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment

The City Commission approved the Schmidt Farms large-scale comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning, both on second reading, allowing a 121.1-acre property to be rezoned for residential and commercial use. The commission also awarded the downtown parking lot project to Andes Construction Inc., appointed two members to the Planning & Zoning Board, and authorized action to recover bond proceeds from the Harvest development.

Tue May 10, 2022 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Board

Board to consider site plan for 11,985 sq ft building on NW 126th Terrace

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a quasi-judicial hearing to consider a site plan for a new industrial building at 14100 NW 126th Terrace, with staff recommending approval subject to six conditions. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from its April 19, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes only these two items, with no other substantive business.

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✓ Decided: Board approves site plan for 11,985 sq ft building on NW 126th Terrace

The Planning and Zoning Board approved the site plan for the Pickert Flex Space, a proposed 11,985 square foot building on a 1.15-acre property at 14100 NW 126th Terrace, with conditions accepted by the applicant. The board also approved the agenda and the minutes from the April 19, 2022 meeting, all by unanimous consent. No other substantive decisions were made.

Mon May 9, 2022 · 17:00

Community Redevelopment Agency

✓ Decided: CRA approves facade grant policies, appointments, and Main Street grant

The Alachua CRA approved the March 14, 2022 meeting minutes, appointed CRA Advisory Board members, adopted Resolution A22-04 updating the Business Facade Grant Policies and Procedures, and approved a Business Facade Grant application for property at 14841 Main Street. All votes were unanimous.

Mon May 9, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

Commission to consider Tomoka Hills rezoning and annexation

The Alachua City Commission will hold public hearings on several land-use items, including a voluntary annexation and a comprehensive plan amendment for the Tomoka Hills property. They will also consider a rezoning request and a text amendment to the Land Development Regulations. The meeting includes a presentation of a health award and routine consent agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves Tomoka Hills land use and zoning changes on first reading

The City Commission passed Ordinance 22-11 on second reading, annexing property owned by William and Margaret Kirkland (5-0). It also approved first readings of Ordinances 22-13 and 22-14, which amend the Future Land Use Map and zoning for the Tomoka Hills property, and Ordinance 22-12, a Land Development Regulations text amendment. All votes were unanimous.

Mon Apr 25, 2022 · 09:00

Board of Canvassers

Board to approve minutes from April election canvassing meetings

The Joint City Commission and Board of Canvassers will meet to approve the minutes from three prior canvassing meetings held on April 7, 12, and 13, 2022. These minutes cover the logic and accuracy test of voting machines, the canvassing of precinct results, provisional and vote-by-mail ballots, the certification of the election, and the post-election audit. The agenda contains only these three approval items and no new business.

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✓ Decided: Canvassers approve three prior meeting minutes unanimously

The joint City Commission and Board of Canvassers meeting was procedural only. The board unanimously approved the minutes from its April 7, April 12, and April 13, 2022 meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

Mon Apr 25, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

Commission to consider large rezoning near NW 188th St/US 441

The City Commission will hold first readings on two ordinances to rezone a ±162.5-acre property near NW 188th St/US 441 from Agriculture to a mix of Community Commercial, Low Density Residential, and Moderate Density Residential, plus a second reading to rezone the ±118.2-acre Fletcher Trace property to Planned Development – Residential. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of Mayor Gib Coerper and new Commissioner Edward Potts, election of a Vice Mayor, a fiscal analysis report, and a public hearing on CDBG program funds.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves 162-acre NW 188th/US 441 land use and rezoning

The City Commission approved a large-scale comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for a 162.5-acre property at NW 188th Street/US 441, changing land use from Agriculture to Community Commercial, Low Density Residential, and Moderate Density Residential, and zoning from Agricultural to Planned Development-Residential and Community Commercial. Both ordinances passed 4-0 on first reading. The commission also approved a $200,000 financial commitment to the Alachua County Housing Authority for the Arbours at Merrillwood affordable housing project, contingent on construction starting by September 30, 2023.

Thu Apr 21, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

City Commission to discuss lawsuit against Alachua County, possible dismissal of counts

The City Commission is holding a special meeting to receive an update on the lawsuit City of Alachua v. Alachua County (Case No. 01-2020-CA-2520) and to consider the possible dismissal of Counts Two and Three. The agenda contains only this single item, which will be addressed in a public hearing.

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✓ Decided: City Commission hears update on lawsuit against Alachua County

The City Commission held a special meeting to receive a case update from City Attorney Marian Rush on the City of Alachua v. Alachua County lawsuit (Case No. 01-2020-CA-2520), including a possible dismissal of Counts Two and Three. No questions or comments were offered by commissioners or the public, and no formal action was taken on the item.

Tue Apr 19, 2022 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Board

Board to consider Tomoka Hills rezoning and Momentum Labs site plan

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on a rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment for the Tomoka Hills property, a site plan revision for Momentum Labs, and a text amendment to allow landscape services in agricultural zones. They will also approve the minutes from the March 8 meeting.

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Mon Apr 18, 2022 · 15:00

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

CRA board to weigh $12,500 facade grant cap, Main Street project

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will consider approving a Business Façade Grant for improvements to a building at 14841 Main Street, with a recommended grant of $2,347.72. The board will also hear updates on Holiday Nights and wayfinding signage, and discuss proposed changes to the facade grant program, including raising the maximum grant from $5,000 to $12,500.

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✓ Decided: CRA board approves facade grant for 14841 Main Street

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board approved a Business Facade Grant application for improvements to a building at 14841 Main Street, with a 4-0 roll call vote after the applicant recused himself. The board also discussed Holiday Nights expenses, wayfinding and signage options, and potential changes to the facade grant policy, but took no formal action on those items.

Mon Apr 11, 2022 · 17:00

Community Redevelopment Agency

✓ Decided: CRA accepts clean audit for FY 2020-2021

The Community Redevelopment Agency approved Resolution CRA 22-03, accepting the financial statements for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2021. The audit received an unmodified (clean) opinion, though auditors noted a finding on budgetary compliance. The resolution passed by unanimous consent.

Mon Apr 11, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

City Commission to consider partial plat vacation, annexation, budget amendment

The Alachua City Commission will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings and agenda items. Key actions include a resolution to partially vacate a 1913 subdivision plat, first reading of a voluntary annexation ordinance, acceptance of the annual financial report, and a budget amendment for Children's Trust grant funds. The meeting also includes proclamations and presentations, including honoring Mayor Gib Coerper with a Home Rule Hero Award.

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✓ Decided: City Commission accepts FY2021 audit, amends budget for Children's Trust grant

The Alachua City Commission approved several routine items, including accepting the annual financial report, amending the FY2021-2022 budget to receive Children's Trust grant funds, and accepting Heritage Oaks Phase II sidewalks. All votes were unanimous. No substantive policy changes or controversial decisions were made.

Thu Apr 7, 2022 · 09:00

Board of Canvassers

✓ Decided: Logic and accuracy test on voting machines conducted

The Board of Canvassers met and approved the agenda unanimously. Supervisor of Elections Kim Barton conducted the Logic and Accuracy test on voting machines, during which machine 5302 was found to be printing as machine 5301. The Precinct Clerk was instructed on how to resolve the issue on election day. No other substantive decisions were made.

Thu Mar 31, 2022 · 18:00

Youth Advisory Council

Youth council to review contest essay, discuss cleanup projects

The Alachua Youth Advisory Council is meeting to discuss old business including the Alachua County Quilt Remembrance Project, youth voter registration, and the 2022 Community Service Contest. They will also consider new business, such as approving the February 24, 2022 minutes and discussing participation in the Great American Cleanup with Keep Alachua Beautiful. The meeting includes routine items like call to order, pledge, and citizen comments.

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✓ Decided: Youth Council approves agenda, minutes; defers voter registration

The Youth Advisory Council approved the agenda and the February 24, 2022 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. The youth voter registration item was deferred because Chair Megan Walls was absent. The community service contest deadline was extended at the request of General Council Member Camille Curtis, with the new deadline of April 5, 2022.

Mon Mar 28, 2022 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

Parks board to hear Sunshine Law, pick new chair, get pickleball talk

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive training presentations on Florida's Sunshine Law and parliamentary procedure, introduce new members and vote on a chair and vice chair, and hear a pickleball presentation plus updates on upcoming recreation events. The agenda is mostly informational and procedural, with no major funding or zoning decisions.

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Mon Mar 28, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

Alachua City Commission to adopt new Property Rights Element in Comprehensive Plan

The City Commission will hold a second reading for Ordinance 22-03 to add a Property Rights Element to the City's Comprehensive Plan. The commission will also consider several land use amendments and rezoning requests for projects including Cellon Creek, Savannah Station Phase 3, and Schmidt Farms.

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Tue Mar 15, 2022 · 17:00

Senior Resources Advisory Board

Senior board to review community survey on aging needs

The Senior Resources Advisory Board will receive an update on the 2022 Alachua Senior Community Survey, which gathers input on housing, transportation, and services for older residents. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from its December 8, 2021 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Senior board approves survey, minutes; discusses events

The Senior Resources Advisory Board approved the December 8, 2021 minutes and the agenda by unanimous consent. The board discussed a senior community survey, allowing members to remove inappropriate questions, and discussed senior events like High Tea, Bingo, and haircuts for kids. No formal votes were taken on these discussions.

Mon Mar 14, 2022 · 17:00

Community Redevelopment Agency

CRA to hear staff updates on annual report, parking lot grant, and billboards

The Alachua Community Redevelopment Agency will meet to approve the January 10, 2022 minutes and hear staff updates. The updates cover the annual report due March 31, a grant application for a parking lot with underground water retention, a stormwater cleanout project that received no bids, and billboard lease changes. No major decisions are on the agenda; the meeting is largely procedural.

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✓ Decided: CRA approves Jan. 10 minutes, discusses facade grants and billboard marketing

The Community Redevelopment Agency met and approved the minutes from January 10, 2022. Staff updates covered facade grant attendance, new billboard marketing, and maintenance of Skinner Field basins. No formal decisions were made on these topics; they were only discussed.

Mon Mar 14, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

City Commission to consider two final plats adding 93 lots in Tara subdivisions

The Alachua City Commission will hold public hearings on final plats for Tara Forest East Phase 1 (32 lots on 10.86 acres) and Tara Baywood Phase 1 (61 lots on 20.25 acres). They will also vote on budget amendments, including a $921,614 CDBG-NR grant for capital projects, and discuss a proclamation for the DAR's 100th anniversary and a mental health in schools presentation.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves two final plats for Tara Forest and Tara Baywood subdivisions

The City Commission approved the final plats for Tara Forest East Phase 1 (32 lots) and Tara Baywood Phase 1 (61 lots), both by 4-0 roll call votes. It also approved resolutions amending the FY 2021-2022 budget to accept $921,614 in CDBG-NR funds and to use forfeiture funds, and authorized staff to negotiate an operations/maintenance services agreement for the Alachua substation, not to exceed $200,000 per year for up to five years.

Tue Mar 8, 2022 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Board

✓ Decided: Board approves 5 site plans, rezonings, and comprehensive plan amendments

The Planning and Zoning Board approved all five applications before it, each by a 5-0 roll call vote. These included site plans for the Convergence Research Park Bike Depot and Tobias Veterinary Services, rezonings for Waco Properties and JTFA/Carter properties, final plat approval for the Burrows Minor Subdivision, and large-scale comprehensive plan amendments for JTFA/Carter and DM Alachua Investments. All approvals were subject to conditions recommended by staff.

Mon Feb 28, 2022 · 17:30

Board of Adjustment

Board to vote on reducing Scout Hut front setback from 20 to 10 feet

The Alachua Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing to consider a zoning variance permit for the Alachua Lions Club, Inc. to reduce the minimum front setback on the Scout Hut property at 15125 NW 142nd Terrace from 20 feet to 10 feet. The reduction would allow adding a covered entry and patio. Staff recommends approval, citing the building became nonconforming after a 2012 right-of-way dedication for road improvements.

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✓ Decided: Zoning variance approved for Lion's Club Scout Hut

The Board of Adjustment approved a zoning variance permit to reduce the minimum front setback for the Lion's Club Scout Hut, with a 4-0 roll call vote. The applicant was the City of Alachua on behalf of the Alachua Lions Club, Inc. No public comments were made during the hearing.

Mon Feb 28, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

Commission to consider final plats for two Tara subdivisions totaling 93 lots

The Alachua City Commission will hold public hearings on the final plats for Tara Baywood Phase 1 (61 lots on ±20.25 acres) and Tara Forest East Phase 1 (32 lots on ±10.86 acres), both quasi-judicial. The agenda also includes a fiscal analysis report, recognition of the Santa Fe High School volleyball team, and several agenda items such as a preliminary plat extension, transformer purchase, support loan, and a transmission services agreement.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves $259,703 transformer purchase, extends Alachua West plat

The City Commission approved several agenda items, including a $259,703 purchase of ten transformers from Stuart C. Irby Co., an extension for the Alachua West PD-R preliminary plat, a support loan for Arbours at Merrillwood Phase I, and a GRU transmission services agreement. Two final plats (Tara Baywood Phase 1 and Tara Forest East Phase 1) were deferred to the March 14, 2022 meeting. The meeting also included a proclamation for the Santa Fe High School volleyball team and the swearing-in of Chief Jesse Sandusky.

Thu Feb 24, 2022 · 10:00

Special Magistrate

Special Magistrate to hear code violations and compliance cases

The Special Magistrate will hold a quasi-judicial hearing to address code enforcement cases, including accepting affidavits of compliance for previously resolved violations and hearing new alleged violations. The agenda includes old business items where properties have come into compliance and new cases involving junk storage and other code violations.

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✓ Decided: Special Magistrate finds property in violation, orders cleanup by March 24

The Special Magistrate heard two code enforcement cases. In Case #22-0003, Norman King Jr. was found in violation of Code Section 302.1 for debris on his property; he was ordered to comply by March 24, 2022, with a possible $50 per day fine if not. In Case #22-0004, involving Pauline Collins Heirs, no representative appeared, and the case was presented but no decision was recorded. The meeting was adjourned without further action.

Thu Feb 24, 2022 · 18:00

Youth Advisory Council

Youth council to discuss cleanup, voter registration, and service contest

The Alachua Youth Advisory Council will discuss ongoing projects including the Alachua County Quilt Remembrance Project, youth voter registration, community cleanup efforts, and the 2022 Community Service Contest. They will also receive an update on the High Tea and Bingo event and approve minutes from the January 27 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Council holds procedural meeting, no substantive decisions

The Youth Advisory Council meeting on February 24, 2022, was largely procedural, including call to order, invocation, pledge, and agenda approval. No substantive decisions or actions were recorded in the minutes.

Mon Feb 14, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

City Commission to consider final plat for 43-lot Savannah Station Phase IIC subdivision

The Alachua City Commission will hold a quasi-judicial hearing to consider approving the final plat for Savannah Station Phase IIC, a 43-lot residential subdivision on about 9.2 acres. They will also vote on resolutions for off-site tree mitigation and participation in statewide opioid settlement agreements. The agenda includes proclamations and reports, but the main decisions are the plat approval and the resolutions.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves Savannah Station Phase IIC final plat, 43 lots

The City Commission approved the final plat for Savannah Station Phase IIC, subdividing a 9.2-acre property into 43 lots with common areas and right-of-way, and authorized the mayor to sign the subdivision agreement and accept an irrevocable letter of credit for infrastructure. The vote was 5-0. The commission also adopted Resolution 22-10 for off-site tree mitigation for the same project, and approved Resolutions 22-11 and 22-12 for city participation in statewide opioid litigation settlements, both by 5-0 votes.

Tue Feb 8, 2022 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Board

Board to consider site plan for 16,000 sq ft Dreyers building on US 441

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a quasi-judicial hearing to consider approving a site plan for a ±16,000 square foot building for Dreyers Cleaning & Restoration on a ±3.95-acre parcel. Staff recommends approval subject to seven conditions. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from the January 11, 2022 meeting.

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Thu Jan 27, 2022 · 18:00

Youth Advisory Council

Youth Council to discuss community cleanup projects and Relay for Life participation

The Alachua Youth Advisory Council will discuss and potentially decide on several community projects, including a road cleanup near the Alachua Splash Park, a beautification project for San Felasco Parkway, and participation in the Relay for Life event. They will also receive updates on the Alachua County Quilt Remembrance Project and youth voter registration, and consider entering the 2022 Florida League of Cities Community Service Contest.

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✓ Decided: Youth Council approves cleanup projects and community service contest

The Youth Advisory Council approved minutes from December 28, 2021, and took up two community cleanup projects: San Felasco Parkway Beautification on Feb. 19 and NW 146 Ter on Feb. 26. They also approved the 2022 Youth Council Community Service Contest, with essays due before the next meeting. The Alachua County Quilt Remembrance Project was discussed, and youth voter registration was deferred due to the chair's absence.

Mon Jan 24, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approves tree mitigation, purchasing policy, and budget amendment

The Alachua City Commission approved three resolutions: Resolution 22-07 for off-site tree mitigation at the Dreyer's Building, Resolution 22-08 amending the City Purchasing and Sales Policy, and Resolution 22-09 amending the FY 2021-2022 budget to accept a Justice Assistance Grant for the Police Department. All passed unanimously (4-0) with Commissioner Dayna Miller absent. The meeting also included proclamations and reports, but no other substantive decisions.

Tue Jan 11, 2022 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Board

✓ Decided: Board approves site plan for 51,140 sq ft Waco 250 building

The Planning and Zoning Board approved the site plan for the Waco 250 Building, a 51,140 square foot building on a 20.50-acre property (3.35-acre project area) at Tax Parcel Number 03983-007-000. The motion passed 4-0 in a roll call vote. The board also approved the December 14, 2021 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

Mon Jan 10, 2022 · 15:00

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

CRA board to review Holiday Nights, parking lot grant, billboard contracts

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will hear updates on the Holiday Nights on Main event, a $150,000 USDA grant for a parking lot, and billboard contract negotiations. They will also vote on approving the minutes from the November 15, 2021 meeting. The agenda is primarily informational and procedural.

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✓ Decided: CRA board approves November minutes, discusses holiday events

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board approved the minutes from the November 15, 2021 meeting by unanimous consent. The board discussed the Holiday Nights program, including Fa La La La Fridays, and received staff updates on various topics. No other formal decisions were made.

Mon Jan 10, 2022 · 17:00

Community Redevelopment Agency

CRA to hear updates on $150K USDA grant, billboards, Holiday Nights

The Alachua Community Redevelopment Agency will meet to approve the November 15, 2021 minutes, hear staff updates on a $150,000 USDA grant for a parking lot, billboard contract changes, and discuss the Holiday Nights event for future planning. The agenda includes no public hearings or major votes beyond routine approvals.

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✓ Decided: CRA approves agenda and November minutes; discusses parking, drainage, billboards

The Community Redevelopment Agency meeting was largely procedural. Members unanimously approved the agenda and the November 15, 2021 minutes. Staff updates covered the parking lot bid, underground stormwater retention cleanout, drainage concerns at Skinner Field, and billboard marketing requirements, but no formal decisions were made on these topics.

Mon Jan 10, 2022 · 18:00

City Commission

City Commission to consider rezoning 160-acre Cellon Creek tract to Corporate Park

The Alachua City Commission will hold first readings on ordinances to amend the Comprehensive Plan and rezone the ±160.2-acre Cellon Creek property (owned by University of Florida Foundation) from Agricultural to Corporate Park. The Commission will also consider a property rights element amendment, approve consent agenda items, and receive reports on grants and regional planning.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves Cellon Creek plan and zoning changes for UF Foundation

The City Commission approved first readings of two ordinances related to the Cellon Creek property, a 160.2-acre site owned by the University of Florida Foundation. Ordinance 22-04 changes the Future Land Use Map from various commercial and residential designations to Corporate Park, and Ordinance 22-05 rezones the property from Agricultural to Corporate Park. Both passed 5-0. The Commission also approved a transmission and tariff agreement with Florida Power & Light Company, effective until 2029.