Announcements
Communication Director Mark Sexton reminded residents that hurricane season begins next week (June 1) and suggested residents visit AlachuaCountyReady.com for tips and updates.
Residents can also sign up for real-time emergency updates by texting “Alachua” to 888-777.
Watch the announcements.
Housing development on Hawthorne Road near Newnans Lake
In a historic move, the County Commission approved a Comprehensive Plan amendment that would ultimately allow a 149-unit, single-family home subdivision in the urban cluster outside east Gainesville. The homes will be set at market-rate values and will be clustered on 82 acres of land outside the surrounding conservation areas and green spaces.
The Florida Department of Commerce will now review the proposal before returning to the commission at a later date for final adoption.
Watch the discussion.
Water/Wastewater project in Archer
The city of Archer came to the County Commission to request a loan of $253,000 to help fund a pair of water and wastewater improvement projects. After careful consideration, the commission approved a short-term loan of $68,000 to support Archer's water project. The city will look at other funding options for the remaining amount.
Watch the discussion.
Certified Local Government
The commission asked staff to explore the possibility of expanding the county’s historic preservation efforts through the establishment of a Certified Local Government program.
Staff will return to the commission with estimated costs and a proposed program structure for consideration.
Watch the discussion.
Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Independent Audit
The commission heard a presentation on the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and independent audit. The County received an Unmodified Opinion, which is the highest level of assurance for a good and clean audit.
Watch the discussion.
Advisory board appointments
Commissioners appointed eight members to the Alachua County Historical Commission and one member to the Infrastructure Surtax Citizen Oversight Board.
The commission also recommended three people to fill a seat on the Children’s Trust of Alachua County. The recommendations will go to the governor’s office, which will make the appointment.
Watch the discussion.
Explore advisory board openings.
Recognitions
Commissioner Mary Alford proclaimed June 2-6 as Code Enforcement Week in Alachua County.
Read the proclamation.
Watch the presentation.
See the full May 27 agenda and video.
