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Agenda (PDF)
This document contains the agenda and minutes for the Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board Meeting. The agenda for April 22, 2026, includes a discussion item regarding "2026-111 Gainesville Cultural Advisory Board Updates" from the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs, focusing on cultural activities updates. The minutes from the February 25, 2026 meeting show that the agenda was adopted, and the minutes from that meeting were approved. A member comment suggested having guest speakers at future meetings. The next meeting is scheduled for May 27, 2026.
- Board:
- Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-22
- Type:
- Agenda
- Decision:
- Approved (for minutes from Feb 25, 2026 meeting)
- Address:
- 302 NE 6th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Applicant:
- Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs
Agenda Cover Page (PDF)
This document is an agenda for the Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board Meeting. The meeting will include an update on cultural activities. Public comment and member comment sections are scheduled. The next meeting date is May 27, 2026.
- Board:
- Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-22
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- Historic Thomas Center, Building A, 302 NE 6th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
Minutes (PDF)
The Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board met on April 22, 2026. The board adopted the agenda for the meeting and approved the minutes from March 25, 2026. Under business discussion items, the board received updates on cultural activities for April and May, the results of the Arts Award, and a reminder about the Outside Agency Grant meeting on May 17th. Chair Ruiz updated the board on quarterly meetings with the PRCA Director, Roxanna Gonzalez, to gather feedback. The board will hear an update on cultural activities. The next meeting is scheduled for May 27, 2026, and the meeting adjourned at 6:18 PM.
- Board:
- Gainesville Cultural Affairs Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-22
- Type:
- Minutes
- Decision:
- Approved (5 to 0) for agenda adoption and minutes approval.
- Address:
- Historic Thomas Center, Building A, 302 NE 6th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
Agenda (PDF)
The Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board met on April 21, 2026, to review seven applications for the Community Partnership Grant Program for Summer 2026 awards. The program provides matching grant funds of up to $5,000 for not-for-profit events within the GCRA boundary. The total budgeted amount for this cycle was $20,000. The board was to award two points to one applicant, with remaining funds split equally among other qualified applicants. The event period is May 1, 2026, through July 31, 2026. The next application deadline for the Fall 2026 window is June 1, 2026. No public comment was received at this meeting.
- Board:
- Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-21
- Type:
- Agenda
- Decision:
- Recommendation to hear presentations and award two points to one applicant via ballot.
- Address:
- 2153 SE Hawthorne Road, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Applicant:
- Seven applicants for Community Partnership Grant Program: JC Carter's Foundation, Inc; Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention; Partnership for Strong Families; HEAT; Heartwood Soundstage; We Rock Gainesville; Theatre Connect.
Agenda (PDF)
The City of Gainesville Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development Meeting agenda includes a discussion item regarding the allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has allocated $1,430,548.00 for CDBG and $654,934.93 for HOME. Additionally, the jurisdiction has access to $7,152,740.00 in Section 108 loan guarantee borrowing authority. The committee is recommended to discuss these allocations. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. virtually. A letter from HUD dated April 6, 2026, to Mayor Harvey Ward Jr. details these allocations and encourages alignment with applicable laws and executive orders for Annual Action Plans or Consolidated Plans due by August 16, 2026.
- Board:
- Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development
- Date:
- 2026-04-21
- Type:
- Agenda
- Decision:
- Recommended for discussion
- Applicant:
- City of Gainesville
Agenda (PDF)
[SE 8th Avenue, from SE 15th Street to SE Hawthorne Road; case 2026-283] The City of Gainesville is in the early design and engineering stage for a new shared use path along SE 8th Avenue, from SE 15th Street to SE Hawthorne Road. The path will be constructed on the north side of the roadway, primarily within an existing Gainesville Regional Utilities Easement. The Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board (BPAB) is to receive information and provide feedback. The project is funded by Wild Spaces & Public Places. [case 2026-284] The Gainesville & Alachua County Transportation Planning Organization (GACTPO) is seeking approval for its Final FY26/28 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). The UPWP outlines planning priorities and activities for the metropolitan planning area over two state fiscal years, including descriptions of work, responsible parties, timeframes, costs, and funding sources. Financial matters are discussed throughout the document. The recommendation is to approve the finalized document. [SE Hawthorne Road (State Road 20); case 2026-285] The Gainesville & Alachua County Transportation Planning Organization (GACTPO) is seeking approval for an amendment to the FY26/30 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) to add a resurfacing project on SE Hawthorne Road (State Road 20) for approximately 2.132 miles. The total funding for this amendment is $607,395. [Alachua County Transportation Management Area (TMA); case 2026-286] The Gainesville & Alachua County Transportation Planning Organization (GACTPO) is seeking approval for the Draft FY26/27 to FY30/31 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The TIP is a five-year plan prioritizing transportation projects across all modes, consistent with the 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan. It includes federally and regionally significant projects within the Alachua County Transportation Management Area (TMA). The Active Transportation Projects portion is of most relevance to the BPAB. This document outlines the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) for the Gainesville & Alachua County Transportation Planning Organization (GACTPO) for Fiscal Years 2026-2027 and 2027-2028. It details seven specific transportation planning tasks: Administration, Data Collection, Transportation Improvement Program, Long-Range Transportation Plan, Special Project Planning, Public Participation, and Systems Planning. The document specifies objectives, previous work, required activities, end products, responsible agencies, and estimated budgets for each task. It also details funding sources, including federal, state, and local contributions, and outlines interlocal agreements and operational procedures. Specific subtasks include the development of a Countywide Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan Update, State Road 24 (Archer Road) Plan, State Road 25/U.S. Highway 441 (SW 13th Street) Plan, and the development of an Independent Transit Authority Framework. The document also mentions the allocation of funds for consultant services for various planning activities. This document outlines the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) for the Gainesville & Alachua County Transportation Planning Organization (GACTPO) for Federal Fiscal Years 2026-2027 and 2027-2028. It details various planning activities, reports, and studies related to transportation in the Gainesville Metropolitan Area. Key areas include multimodal transportation planning, congestion management, bicycle and pedestrian trends, and specific corridor plans for State Road 24 (Archer Road), State Road 25 (US Highway 441/SW 13th Street), and State Road 331 (Williston Road) to State Road 24 (Waldo Road). The document also covers the GACTPO's Title VI Nondiscrimination Policy and Complaint Procedure, Federal and State Planning Emphasis Areas (such as tackling climate crisis, comprehensive transportation planning, complete streets, public involvement, safety, resilience, and emerging mobility), and the FDOT MPO Joint Certification process. It details the roles and responsibilities of the MPO and FDOT, including risk assessment, planning document review, and noteworthy achievements. An Interlocal Agreement between the MTPO and Alachua County for staff services is also included. The document does not contain specific project proposals with addresses, sizes, or direct development opportunities for contractors, but rather outlines the planning framework and future study areas. [SE Hawthorne Road (State Road 20); case 2026-285] City of Gainesville Agenda Item Report for File Number 2026-285, concerning an amendment to the FY26/30 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The amendment adds a resurfacing project on SE Hawthorne Road (State Road 20) for approximately 2.132 miles. The total funding for this project is $607,395. The recommendation is to approve the amendment. This document is a Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for the Gainesville Urbanized Area, covering Fiscal Years 2025-2026 to 2029-2030. It lists federally, state, and locally funded transportation projects. The document details the financial plan, project selection process, public involvement activities, and consistency with other planning documents. It also outlines performance measures for highway safety, pavement and bridge condition, system reliability, and transit. The TIP is developed in cooperation with the Florida Department of Transportation, Alachua County, the City of Gainesville, and the University of Florida. Public input was solicited through various advisory committees and public meetings. The document includes a comprehensive list of funding codes and descriptions for transportation projects. This document outlines the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for the Gainesville Urbanized Area for Fiscal Years 2025-26 to 2029-30. It details planned investments in various transportation sectors, including bridges, pavements, system performance, freight, transit, airports, and bicycle/pedestrian facilities. The MPO agreed to support FDOT's statewide targets for bridge and pavement condition, system performance, and freight. Several specific road projects are listed, including the SR 26 Corridor project. Numerous airport projects at Gainesville Regional Airport are detailed, focusing on various improvements and expansions. Bicycle and pedestrian projects include sidewalk construction, bike path/trail development, and bike lane/sidewalk improvements across several locations. Transit asset management and safety targets are also addressed, with investments in replacement vehicles and service demonstration projects. Public comment is not detailed in this section. [SR26(W University Ave) FM: SR 26A(SW 2nd Avenue) TO: SR25(US441)SW 13th St] Project involves lighting upgrades on SR 26 (W University Ave) from SR 26A (SW 2nd Avenue) to SR 25 (US 441) SW 13th St. The project length is 0.776 miles. Funding is allocated across multiple fiscal years, with a total of $5,169,454 for construction and $832,863 for preliminary engineering. The project is identified as SIS (Strategic Intermodal System). [NW 43 Street AT: North of NW 16 Blvd and NW 23rd Avenue] Project involves median modification on NW 43 Street, north of NW 16 Blvd and NW 23rd Avenue. The project length is 0.14 miles. Total construction funding is $863,749, with $235,987 for preliminary engineering. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [CR231 AT: NW 156th Avenue] Project involves intersection improvement at CR 231 at NW 156th Avenue. The project length is 0.4 miles. Total construction funding is $632,417, with $115,456 for preliminary engineering. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [SR24(US441)SW13th/MLK Jr Hwy AT: SR24(SW Archer Rd)] Project involves intersection improvement at SR 24 (US 441) SW 13th/MLK Jr Hwy at SR 24 (SW Archer Rd). The project length is 0.323 miles. Total construction funding is $4,569,504, with $640,149 for preliminary engineering. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [Countywide] Project involves traffic signal maintenance countywide for D-2 Alachua County. Total funding for maintenance is $4,238,570 over five fiscal years. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [SR24(Archer Rd) AT: SR 121(SW 34 St)] Project involves traffic signal update on SR 24 (Archer Rd) at SR 121 (SW 34 St). The project length is 0.428 miles. Total construction funding is $1,751,340, with $182,958 for preliminary engineering and right-of-way. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [SR120(NW 23 Ave) AT: SR25(US441)(NW 13 St)] Project involves traffic signal update on SR 120 (NW 23 Ave) at SR 25 (US 441) (NW 13 St). The project length is 0.285 miles. Total construction funding is $2,258,067, with $963,044 for preliminary engineering, right-of-way, and other costs. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [SR200(US301) AT: SE 57th Ave] Project involves traffic signals on SR 200 (US 301) at SE 57th Ave. The project length is 0.2 miles. Total funding is $493,675, including $384,847 for preliminary engineering and right-of-way. The project is identified as NHS and SIS. [SR331 AT: SE 4th Ave, SE 2nd Ave, SR26, NE 16th Ave, SR120] Project involves traffic signal update on SR 331 at SE 4th Ave, SE 2nd Ave, SR 26, NE 16th Ave, SR 120. The project length is 1.998 miles. Total construction funding is $5,206,329, with $963,044 for preliminary engineering, right-of-way, and other costs. The project is identified as NHS and SIS. [I-75(SR93) NB Rest Area] Project involves modification of the I-75 (SR 93) NB Rest Area and associated railroad and utilities work. The project length is 0.411 miles. Total funding is $8,372,634, including $6,100,000 for preliminary engineering and $2,072,634 for right-of-way. The project is identified as NHS and SIS. [SR25(US441)SE 13th/MLK Jr.Hwy FM: North of NW23rd TO: NW6th St] Project involves landscaping on SR 25 (US 441) SE 13th/MLK Jr. Hwy from North of NW 23rd to NW 6th St. The project length is 1.656 miles. Total construction funding is $1,024,830, with $16,992 for associated costs. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [SR25(US441)Santa Fe Blvd FM: SR20(US27) TO: N of NW 242nd St] Project involves landscaping on SR 25 (US 441) Santa Fe Blvd from SR 20 (US 27) to North of NW 242nd St. The project length is 1.17 miles. Total construction funding is $642,510, with $29,576 for preliminary engineering and railroad/utilities. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [SR26(W Newberry Rd) FM: NW 98th St TO: W of NW 75th St] Project involves landscaping on SR 26 (W Newberry Rd) from NW 98th St to West of NW 75th St. The project length is 1.538 miles. Total construction funding is $864,000, with $308,000 for preliminary engineering and $14,000 for associated costs. The project is identified as SIS. [SR24(Archer Road) FM: Southwest 16th Avenue TO: Southwest 13th Street] Project involves landscaping on SR 24 (Archer Road) from Southwest 16th Avenue to Southwest 13th Street. The project length is 1.026 miles. Total construction funding is $1,413,840, with $265,000 for preliminary engineering and $21,920 for associated costs. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [SR222(39th Ave) FM: W of I-75 TO: SR121(NW 34th St)] Project involves landscaping on SR 222 (39th Ave) from West of I-75 to SR 121 (NW 34th St). The project length is 4.964 miles. Total construction funding is $1,801,441, with $559,359 for preliminary engineering and $27,609 for associated costs. The project is identified as SIS. [Countywide] Project involves lighting agreements countywide. Total funding is $12,617,224 over five fiscal years. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [Countywide] Project involves routine maintenance countywide. Total funding is $31,011,347 over five fiscal years. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [Countywide] Project involves ditch cleaning in Alachua County. Total funding is $729,215 over five fiscal years. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [I-75(SR93) Countywide] Project involves asset maintenance on I-75 (SR 93) in Alachua County. Total funding is $31,425,155 over five fiscal years. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [Countywide] Project involves routine maintenance on Interstate highways in Alachua County. Total funding is $3,460,850 over five fiscal years. The project is identified as SIS. [Countywide] Project involves concrete repairs in Alachua County. Total funding is $346,699 over five fiscal years. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [Countywide] Project involves herbicide application in Alachua County. Total funding is $137,040 over five fiscal years. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [Alachua County] Project involves FC-5 Maintenance Contract in Alachua County. The project length is 14.687 miles. Total funding is $4,860,625. The project is identified as SIS. [SR20 East On-ramp in Hawthorne RR Crossing #625010J] Project involves railroad crossing at SR 20 East On-ramp in Hawthorne, RR Crossing #625010J. The project length is 0.146 miles. Total funding is $450,000. The project is identified as SIS. [SR24(Kennard St) in Waldo FM: NE 148th Ave TO: NE 144th Ave] Project involves resurfacing on SR 24 (Kennard St) in Waldo from NE 148th Ave to NE 144th Ave. The project length is 0.315 miles. Total construction funding is $6,351,328, with $525,919 for preliminary engineering. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [SR24A/SR226(SW16th Ave) FM: SR24(Archer Rd) TO: SR331(SE Williston Rd)] Project involves resurfacing on SR 24A/SR 226 (SW 16th Ave) from SR 24 (Archer Rd) to SR 331 (SE Williston Rd). The project length is 2.201 miles. Total construction funding is $5,129,753, with $843,087 for preliminary engineering. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [SR45(US27) FM: SR24(Archer Rd) TO: South of SR26(Newberry Rd)] Project involves resurfacing on SR 45 (US 27) from SR 24 (Archer Rd) to South of SR 26 (Newberry Rd). The project length is 9.261 miles. Total construction funding is $9,394,148, with $1,220,444 for preliminary engineering and $50,000 for railroad/utilities. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [SR45(US27) FM: North of SR26(W Newberry Rd) TO: SR25(US441)] Project involves resurfacing on SR 45 (US 27) from North of SR 26 (W Newberry Rd) to SR 25 (US 441). The project length is 12.662 miles. Total construction funding is $12,320,377, with $1,822,840 for preliminary engineering and $51,736 for railroad/utilities. The project is identified as NHS and SIS. [SR26(University Ave) FM: SR20 TO: SR222(NE 39th Blvd)] Project involves resurfacing on SR 26 (University Ave) from SR 20 to SR 222 (NE 39th Blvd). The project length is 6.045 miles. Total construction funding is $10,504,850, with $1,328,171 for preliminary engineering. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [SR26A(SW 2nd Ave) FM: SR26(University Ave) TO: SR26(University Ave)] Project involves resurfacing on SR 26A (SW 2nd Ave) from SR 26 (University Ave) to SR 26 (University Ave). The project length is 1.691 miles. Total construction funding is $3,219,334, with $735,687 for preliminary engineering. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [SR200(US301) FM: N. of SR26 TO: SR24(NE Waldo Rd.)] Project involves resurfacing on SR 200 (US 301) from North of SR 26 to SR 24 (NE Waldo Rd.). The project length is 5.873 miles. Total construction funding is $18,096,730, with $2,896,074 for preliminary engineering and $25,000 for railroad/utilities. The project is identified as SIS. [SR20(US441)N MLK Mem Hwy FM: CR2054 TO: NW 167th Blvd] Project involves resurfacing on SR 20 (US 441) N MLK Mem Hwy from CR 2054 to NW 167th Blvd. The project length is 2.88 miles. Total construction funding is $8,094,962, with $1,405,349 for preliminary engineering. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [SR20(E University Ave) FM: SR24(NE Waldo Rd) TO: SR26(E University Ave)] Project involves resurfacing on SR 20 (E University Ave) from SR 24 (NE Waldo Rd) to SR 26 (E University Ave). The project length is 0.256 miles. Total construction funding is $1,089,319, with $378,229 for preliminary engineering. The project is identified as SIS. [SR26(W University Ave) FM: Gale Lemerand Dr TO: SR24(NE Waldo Rd)] Project involves resurfacing on SR 26 (W University Ave) from Gale Lemerand Dr to SR 24 (NE Waldo Rd). The project length is 2.292 miles. Total construction funding is $7,130,641, with $1,274,937 for preliminary engineering. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [SR121(34th Street) FM: SR331(Williston Rd) TO: NW 16th Blvd] Project involves resurfacing on SR 121 (34th Street) from SR 331 (Williston Rd) to NW 16th Blvd. The project length is 4.396 miles. Total construction funding is $13,512,014, with $1,703,668 for preliminary engineering. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [SR26(W University Ave) FM: SW 38th St TO: Gale Lemerand Dr] Project involves resurfacing on SR 26 (W University Ave) from SW 38th St to Gale Lemerand Dr. The project length is 2.034 miles. Total construction funding is $4,369,004, with $1,103,137 for preliminary engineering. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [Alachua County] Project involves Targeted Open Grade Friction Course Program Contingency in Alachua County. Total funding is $40,552,998. The project is identified as Non-SIS. [SR20(SE Hawthorne Rd) FM: West of SE 211th St TO: West of NE 5th St] Project involves resurfacing on SR 20 (SE Hawthorne Rd) from West of SE 211th St to West of NE 5th St. The project length is 2.132 miles. Total funding is $607,395. The project is identified as SIS. [Gainesville Metropolitan Area] Project involves capital funding for fixed route transit in the Gainesville Metropolitan Area, including Section 5307 Formula Grant and Misc Capital Purchases. Total funding is $62,027,956, with $49,622,366 from FTA and $12,405,590 from Local Funds. Funding is allocated annually from FY 2025-26 to FY 2029-30. [Gainesville Metropolitan Area] Project involves transit improvement capital in the Gainesville Metropolitan Area, including Section 5339. Total funding is $6,533,640, with $5,226,912 from FTA and $1,306,728 from Local Funds. Funding is allocated annually from FY 2025-26 to FY 2029-30. [Gainesville Metropolitan Area] Project involves operating funding for fixed route transit in the Gainesville Metropolitan Area, including Gainesville RTS Section 5307 Formula Grant Operating Assistance and Gainesville RTS State Block Grant Operating Fund. Total funding is $38,400,000 from FTA and $73,323,170 from Local Funds. Funding is allocated annually from FY 2025-26 to FY 2029-30. [Gainesville Metropolitan Area] Project involves operating/admin assistance for Alachua County Fed Sec 5311 Rural Transit Funding in the Gainesville Metropolitan Area. Total funding is $7,140,715, with $3,570,349 from DU and $3,570,366 from Local Funds. Funding is allocated annually from FY 2025-26 to FY 2029-30. [Gainesville Metropolitan Area] Project involves urban corridor improvements for Compass Transit Service Gainesville RTS in the Gainesville Metropolitan Area. Total funding is $6,588,376, with $6,256,125 from DDR and $332,251 from DPTO. Funding is allocated annually from FY 2025-26 to FY 2029-30. The Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization for the Gainesville Urbanized Area's Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for Fiscal Years 2025-26 to 2029-30 includes various federally and locally funded projects. Federally funded projects include aviation, highway, surface transportation block grants, and transit projects. Locally funded projects are from Alachua County, the City of Gainesville, and the University of Florida. The document details project types, locations, funding amounts, and fiscal years. [SR 26 / University Avenue, SR20(SE Hawthorne Rd) West of SE 211th St to West of NE 5th St, SR24(US441)SW13th/MLK Jr Hwy, SR26(Newberry Road), SR20(E University Ave), SR24A/SR226(SW16th Ave), SR24(Archer Rd), SR20(US441)N MLK Mem Hwy, SR121(34th Street), SR200(US301), SR45(US27), SR26A(SW 2nd Ave), SR26(W University Ave), SR24(Kennard St) in Waldo, SR200(US301) Traffic Signals, NW 43rd St Median Modification, CR231, SR24(SW Archer Rd) Intersection Improvement, NW 45th Dr, City of Gainesville Sidewalk, SR24(US441)SW13th/MLK Jr Hwy Intersection Improvement, SR26(Newberry Road) Bike Lane/Sidewalk; case FDOT 2076583, FDOT 4355582, FDOT 2078175, FDOT 4432582, FDOT 4559731, FDOT 4472332, FDOT 4393185, FDOT 4393186, FDOT 4393187, FDOT 4432582, FDOT 2073553, FDOT 2075554, FDOT 2075804, FDOT 2076487, FDOT 2077565, FDOT 2077793, FDOT 2077902, FDOT 2077988, FDOT 4355582, FDOT 4432582, FDOT 4472031, FDOT 2076486, FDOT 4273262, FDOT 4273264, FDOT 4322403, FDOT 4322404, FDOT 4391761, FDOT 4455731, FDOT 4472332, FDOT 2077126, FDOT 2077944, FDOT 2112092, FDOT 4474761, FDOT 4498441, FDOT 4358913, FDOT 4410462] The document details public comments and tracking related to the Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization for the Gainesville Urbanized Area's Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for Fiscal Years 2025-26 to 2029-30. It includes comments from Adam Hall of the University of Florida regarding the University Avenue Lighting Project (FDOT 2076583) and the University Avenue Resurfacing Project (FDOT 4355582, 2078175), requesting the lighting project be moved up and designs be incorporated into the resurfacing project with enhanced coordination. The Board agreed not to modify the TIP for the lighting project but requested FDOT consider advancing it pending funding. The Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board recommended removing on-street parking and two car lanes on SR 26/University Avenue, adding mobility lanes, which passed unanimously. A community member expressed concern about traffic diversion to NW 5th Avenue due to lane removal. Emily Hind provided comments prioritizing safety, separating people and freight, ending automobile capacity expansion, developing connected sidewalks and mobility lanes, and slowing automobile traffic. The document also lists several specific resurfacing projects with FDOT Finance Numbers and associated funding across multiple fiscal years. [10 SW 2nd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601 (GACTPO Office); case 2026-286] This document is an Agenda Item Report for the City of Gainesville regarding the Gainesville & Alachua County Transportation Planning Organization (GACTPO) Draft FY26/27 to FY30/31 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The TIP is a five-year plan prioritizing transportation projects across all modes, consistent with the 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan. It includes all projects within the Alachua County Transportation Management Area (TMA) funded by federal and state sources, and all regionally significant projects. The report highlights the Active Transportation Projects portion of the TIP. The GACTPO is the metropolitan planning organization for the Alachua County TMA, mandated to carry out metropolitan planning processes. The TIP development involves coordination with various agencies and public involvement. The document also outlines the purpose of the TIP, planning consistency with other plans, project funding, and regulatory requirements. Specific areas of focus include Congestion Management, Freight Mobility, and the Transportation Disadvantaged Element. This document outlines the Gainesville & Alachua County Transportation Planning Organization (GACTPO) Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) for Fiscal Years 2026-2027 to 2030-2031. It details the process for project selection, public involvement, and performance measures related to safety, bridge and pavement condition, system performance, transit asset management, and transit safety. The TIP includes a list of specific safety projects and pavement/bridge improvement projects, along with transit asset management investments. The document emphasizes a data-driven approach and stakeholder input in prioritizing projects aimed at reducing fatalities and serious injuries, improving infrastructure condition, and enhancing system reliability. GACTPO has agreed to support FDOT's statewide targets for safety, bridge and pavement condition, and system performance. Specific projects listed include various roadway segments and intersections identified by route numbers and project numbers, as well as transit-related grants and maintenance agreements. This document outlines the Gainesville & Alachua County Transportation Planning Organization (GACTPO) Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) for Fiscal Years 2026-2027 to 2030-2031. It details programmed expenditures by project type, with State of Good Repair (45.42%, $480,437,905) and Transit (24.58%, $260,019,853) being the largest categories. It also breaks down funding sources, showing Federal, State, and Local contributions over the five-year period. The document includes detailed project listings by transportation mode, such as Active Transportation, Aviation, Environmental, MISC, Other, Planning and Engineering, Railroad, and Roadway projects. Appendices provide definitions, acronyms for projects and funding codes, and information on total project costs and cost-feasible plans for 2050. Specific project details like addresses, exact scope, and applicant names are not provided in this section, but the document indicates that detailed project information, including 'Segment From and To', 'Work Description', and 'Responsible Agency', is available in Chapter V. [NW 23rd Avenue and NW 23rd Terrace] Project involves a multi-use trail along NW 23rd Avenue and NW 23rd Terrace, spanning 0.76 miles with an estimated cost of $470,502. [SE 27th Street and SE 41st Avenue to SE Hawthorne Road (SR 26)] Project involves a multi-use trail from SE 27th Street and SE 41st Avenue to SE Hawthorne Road (SR 26), spanning 3.1 miles with an estimated cost of $2,876,082. [125 SR 26 to NE County Road 234] Project involves a multi-use path from 125 SR 26 to NE County Road 234, spanning 8.17 miles with an estimated cost of $5,473,904. [131 Newberry Road/SR 26 to SW 170th Street] Project involves a multi-use path from 131 Newberry Road/SR 26 to SW 170th Street, spanning 1.65 miles with an estimated cost of $1,402,350. [147 N Main Street (gap) to N 16th Avenue] Project involves a sidewalk priority improvement from 147 N Main Street (gap) to N 16th Avenue, spanning 0.15 miles with an estimated cost of $88,219. [129 Williston Road/SR 121 to SW 41st Road] Project involves a multi-use path from 129 Williston Road/SR 121 to SW 41st Road, spanning 0.36 miles with an estimated cost of $305,967. [156 NW 143rd Street to NW 39th Avenue (SR 222)] Project involves a multi-use path from 156 NW 143rd Street to NW 39th Avenue (SR 222), spanning 2.02 miles with an estimated cost of $1,716,816. [155 US 301 to Hawthorne Trail SE County Road 219A] Project involves a multi-use path from 155 US 301 to Hawthorne Trail SE County Road 219A, spanning 2.74 miles with an estimated cost of $2,542,085. [120 Waldo Road/SR 24 to Gainesville Regional Airport] Project involves a multi-use path from 120 Waldo Road/SR 24 to Gainesville Regional Airport, spanning 9.47 miles with an estimated cost of $6,842,594. [174 Hawthorne Road/SR 20 to SE 24th Street] Project involves a multi-use path from 174 Hawthorne Road/SR 20 to SE 24th Street, spanning 2.5 miles with an estimated cost of $2,124,772. [198 SW 20th Avenue and SW 24th Avenue to SW 34th Street (SR 121)] Project involves a multi-use path from 198 SW 20th Avenue and SW 24th Avenue to SW 34th Street (SR 121), spanning 4.5 miles with an estimated cost of $3,251,497. [203 New Road between SW 24th Ave and Windmeadows Blvd to SW 34th Street (SR 121)] Project involves a multi-use path from 203 New Road between SW 24th Ave and Windmeadows Blvd to SW 34th Street (SR 121), spanning 0.87 miles with an estimated cost of $628,623. [124 CR 219A to US 301] Project involves a multi-use path from 124 CR 219A to US 301, spanning 6.5 miles with an estimated cost of $6,030,494. [208 SE 15th Street and the Extension to SE 16th Ave (new road) to SE Williston Road (SR 331)] Project involves a multi-use path from 208 SE 15th Street and the Extension to SE 16th Ave (new road) to SE Williston Road (SR 331), spanning 1.8 miles with an estimated cost of $1,300,599. [Extension of 23rd Avenue to NW 83rd Street] Project involves a multi-use path from the extension of 23rd Avenue to NW 83rd Street, spanning 1.72 miles with an estimated cost of $1,242,794. [154 CR 234 to US 441] Project involves a multi-use path from 154 CR 234 to US 441, spanning 15.18 miles with an estimated cost of $12,901,618. [130 Williston Road/SR 121 to SW 85th Avenue] Project involves a multi-use path from 130 Williston Road/SR 121 to SW 85th Avenue, spanning 1.52 miles with an estimated cost of $1,291,862. [179 SW 75th Street to SW 75th Way] Project involves a multi-use path from 179 SW 75th Street to SW 75th Way, spanning 1.08 miles with an estimated cost of $917,902. [E University Avenue (SR 26) to NE 16th Avenue] Project involves an upgrade to the Waldo Greenway Phase 1 from E University Avenue (SR 26) to NE 16th Avenue, spanning 1.15 miles with an estimated cost of $1,911,415. [NW 53rd Avenue to NW 45th Avenue] Project involves a multi-use trail along Pine Ridge South Trail from NW 53rd Avenue to NW 45th Avenue, spanning 0.54 miles with an estimated cost of $635,178. [164 SW 4th Ave to Williston Road (SR 331)] Project involves a one-way multimodal pair from 164 SW 4th Ave to Williston Road (SR 331), spanning 1.67 miles with an estimated cost of $1,578,715. [212 SW 5th Ave to Williston Road (SR 331)] Project involves a one-way multimodal pair from 212 SW 5th Ave to Williston Road (SR 331), spanning 1.67 miles with an estimated cost of $1,646,980. [NW 16th Terrace to NW 34th Street (SR 121)] Project involves a multi-use trail along Glen Springs Braid Trail from NW 16th Terrace to NW 34th Street (SR 121), spanning 2.36 miles with an estimated cost of $3,528,766. [200 SW Archer Road (SR 24) to SW 75th Street] Project involves a multi-use path from 200 SW Archer Road (SR 24) to SW 75th Street, spanning 2.01 miles with an estimated cost of $1,452,335. [201 SW 75th Street to SW 41st Place] Project involves a multi-use path from 201 SW 75th Street to SW 41st Place, spanning 2.15 miles with an estimated cost of $1,553,493. [187 NW 83rd Street to NW 39th Avenue (SR 222)] Project involves a multi-use path from 187 NW 83rd Street to NW 39th Avenue (SR 222), spanning 1.02 miles with an estimated cost of $737,006. [NW 39th Avenue (SR 222) @ NW 83rd Street to NW 39th Avenue (SR 222) @ NW 98th Street] Project involves a new road (half loop between NW 42nd Ave and Millhopper Rd) from NW 39th Avenue (SR 222) @ NW 83rd Street to NW 39th Avenue (SR 222) @ NW 98th Street, spanning 1.99 miles with an estimated cost of $1,437,884. [SE 2nd Avenue & SE 11th Avenue to Depot Avenue Trail] Project involves a multi-use trail from SE 2nd Avenue & SE 11th Avenue to Depot Avenue Trail, spanning 0.21 miles with an estimated cost of $390,032. [SW Archer Road (SR 24) to SW Williston Road (SR 121)] Project involves a multi-use trail along Fred Bear Trail from SW Archer Road (SR 24) to SW Williston Road (SR 121), spanning 1.44 miles with an estimated cost of $2,693,075. [SW 13th Street to SW 34th Street (SR 121)] Project involves an upgrade to the Kermit Sigmon (Old Archer) Trail from SW 13th Street to SW 34th Street (SR 121), spanning 2.33 miles with an estimated cost of $4,862,691. [SW 122nd Street @SW 8th Avenue to NW 39th Avenue] Project involves a multi-use path from 190 NW 143rd Street and SW 8th Avenue to NW 39th Avenue, spanning 4.42 miles with an estimated cost of $3,193,692. [188 NW 39th Avenue (SR 222) to NW 143rd Street] Project involves a multi-use path from 188 NW 39th Avenue (SR 222) to NW 143rd Street, spanning 2.95 miles with an estimated cost of $2,131,537. [NE 31st Avenue to SE 8th Avenue] Project involves a multi-use trail along Tiger Bay Trail from NE 31st Avenue to SE 8th Avenue, spanning 3.52 miles with an estimated cost of $6,286,898. [111 SW 2nd Avenue to S Main Street (SR 329)] Project involves a protected bike lane from 111 SW 2nd Avenue to S Main Street (SR 329), spanning 0.86 miles with an estimated cost of $1,011,580. [157 SW 24th Avenue to I-75 overpass] Project involves a multi-use trail from 157 SW 24th Avenue to I-75 overpass, spanning 1.52 miles with an estimated cost of $3,320,671. [112 6th Street Trail Extension to NW 39th Avenue (SR 222)] Project involves a multi-use trail from 112 6th Street Trail Extension to NW 39th Avenue (SR 222), spanning 0.93 miles with an estimated cost of $1,727,283. [Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail to Existing 6th Street Trail] Project involves a multi-use trail along Sweetwater Trail from Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail to Existing 6th Street Trail, spanning 2.16 miles with an estimated cost of $4,858,658. [194 SW 122nd Street to W Newberry Road (SR 26)] Project involves a multi-use path from 194 SW 122nd Street to W Newberry Road (SR 26), spanning 2.93 miles with an estimated cost of $2,117,086. [192 NW 89th Street to W Newberry Road (SR 26)] Project involves a multi-use path from 192 NW 89th Street to W Newberry Road (SR 26), spanning 1.01 miles with an estimated cost of $729,780. [205 NE 27th Avenue to NE 39th Boulevard] Project involves a multi-use path from 205 NE 27th Avenue to NE 39th Boulevard, spanning 0.9 miles with an estimated cost of $650,299. [118 SW 34th Street (SR 121) to NW 2nd Avenue (SR 26A)] Project involves a multi-use trail from 118 SW 34th Street (SR 121) to NW 2nd Avenue (SR 26A), spanning 0.13 miles with an estimated cost of $241,449. [132 SW 63rd Boulevard to Archer Road (SR 24)] Project involves a multi-use trail from 132 SW 63rd Boulevard to Archer Road (SR 24), spanning 0.94 miles with an estimated cost of $1,783,002. [139 NW 53rd Avenue to NW 13th Street (US 441)] Project involves a multi-use trail from 139 NW 53rd Avenue to NW 13th Street (US 441), spanning 1.2 miles with an estimated cost of $2,228,752. [107 Archer Road/SR 24 to SW 122nd Street] Project involves a buffered bike lane from 107 Archer Road/SR 24 to SW 122nd Street, spanning 3.88 miles with an estimated cost of $5,526,211. [W Newberry Road (SR 26) to NW 39th Avenue (SR 222)] Project involves the extension of NW 122nd Street from W Newberry Road (SR 26) to NW 39th Avenue (SR 222), spanning 2.14 miles with an estimated cost of $1,546,267. [SW 71st Terrace to Lake Kanapaha] Project involves a multi-use path from 199 SW 41st Place and Extension to SW 71st Terrace, spanning 1.6 miles with an estimated cost of $1,156,088. [SW 77th Avenue to SW Archer Road (SR 24)] Project involves a multi-use path from 202 SW 88th Street & SW 73rd Avenue & SW 85th Dr to SW 77th Avenue, spanning 0.7 miles with an estimated cost of $505,788. [E University Avenue (SR 26) to SE 7th Street] Project involves an upgrade to the Depot Trail from E University Avenue (SR 26) to SE 7th Street, spanning 0.6 miles with an estimated cost of $2,323,104. [NE 47th Avenue to Northern City Limits] Project involves an extension of the Waldo Greenway from NE 47th Avenue to Northern City Limits, spanning 1.09 miles with an estimated cost of $2,024,451. [NW 6th Street (SR 121) to Deerhaven Trail] Project involves a multi-use trail along MLK Memorial Highway (US 441) from NW 6th Street (SR 121) to Deerhaven Trail, spanning 5.74 miles with an estimated cost of $10,679,439. [162 SE 13th Avenue to SE 15th Street] Project involves a multi-use trail from 162 SE 13th Avenue to SE 15th Street, spanning 0.4 miles with an estimated cost of $761,490. [137 N 53rd Avenue to NE 15th Street] Project involves a multi-use trail from 137 N 53rd Avenue to NE 15th Street, spanning 2.28 miles with an estimated cost of $4,234,630. [207 SE 15th Street to E University Avenue (SR 26)] Project involves a multi-use path from 207 SE 15th Street to E University Avenue (SR 26), spanning 1.39 miles with an estimated cost of $1,004,351. [196 W Newberry Road (SR 26) to NW 120th Street] Project involves a multi-use path from 196 W Newberry Road (SR 26) to NW 120th Street, spanning 2.85 miles with an estimated cost of $2,059,281. [193 Fort Clarke Boulevard to W Newberry Road (SR 26)] Project involves a multi-use path from 193 Fort Clarke Boulevard to W Newberry Road (SR 26), spanning 1.05 miles with an estimated cost of $758,683. [181 NW 22nd Street to NW 8th Avenue] Project involves a multi-use trail from 181 NW 22nd Street to NW 8th Avenue, spanning 0.51 miles with an estimated cost of $947,220. [158 NW 8th Avenue to NW 18th Terrace] Project involves a multi-use trail from 158 NW 8th Avenue to NW 18th Terrace, spanning 0.56 miles with an estimated cost of $1,040,085. [142 NE 15th Street to NE 53rd Avenue] Project involves a multi-use trail from 142 NE 15th Street to NE 53rd Avenue, spanning 1.49 miles with an estimated cost of $2,748,795. [169 E University Avenue (SR 26) to SE 43rd Street] Project involves a multi-use trail from 169 E University Avenue (SR 26) to SE 43rd Street, spanning 0.75 miles with an estimated cost of $1,392,970. [165 SW 62nd Avenue to Williston Road (SR 331)] Project involves a multi-use trail from 165 SW 62nd Avenue to Williston Road (SR 331), spanning 1.95 miles with an estimated cost of $3,621,723. [117 SW 13th Street (US 441) to Archer Road (SR 24)] Project involves a multi-use trail from 117 SW 13th Street (US 441) to Archer Road (SR 24), spanning 0.7 miles with an estimated cost of $2,176,693. [NW 128th Ln to SR 121 @ CR 231 SPLIT] Project involves a multi-use trail along Deerhaven Trail (SR 121) from NW 128th Ln to SR 121 @ CR 231 SPLIT, spanning 1.61 miles with an estimated cost of $2,990,243. [Millhopper Road to New Road Project 191] Project involves a new road (between NW 88th Street and NW 84th Ter) from Millhopper Road to New Road Project 191, spanning 0.74 miles with an estimated cost of $534,691. [195 NW 91st Street to W Newberry Road (SR 26)] Project involves a multi-use path from 195 NW 91st Street to W Newberry Road (SR 26), spanning 3.9 miles with an estimated cost of $2,817,964. [167 SW 40th Boulevard to Archer Road (SR 121)] Project involves a multi-use trail from 167 SW 40th Boulevard to Archer Road (SR 121), spanning 0.14 miles with an estimated cost of $557,189. [163 W University Avenue (SR 26) to NW 13th Street (US 441)] Project involves a complete street from 163 W University Avenue (SR 26) to NW 13th Street (US 441), spanning 0.6 miles with an estimated cost of $4,127,990. [119 SW 35th Place to SW 23rd Street] Project involves a complete street from 119 SW 35th Place to SW 23rd Street, spanning 1.05 miles with an estimated cost of $6,175,341. [115 West University Avenue (SR 26) to Waldo Road (SR 24)] Project involves a complete street from 115 West University Avenue (SR 26) to Waldo Road (SR 24), spanning 1.68 miles with an estimated cost of $11,558,373. [204 E University Avenue (SR 26) to Waldo Road (SR 24)] Project involves a complete street from 204 E University Avenue (SR 26) to Waldo Road (SR 24), spanning 1.59 miles with an estimated cost of $10,939,175. [104 Archer Road (SR 24) to SW 13th Street (US 441)] Project involves a complete street from 104 Archer Road (SR 24) to SW 13th Street (US 441), spanning 3.34 miles with an estimated cost of $22,979,147. [NE 16th Avenue from NE 12th Street to North Main Street] Project involves the upgrade of NE 16th Avenue to a two (2) lane urban section road from NE 12th Street to North Main Street, spanning 0.86 miles with an estimated cost of $8,266,640. [Intersection of Hull Road and Mowry Road] Project involves the construction of a new roundabout at the intersection of Hull Road and Mowry Road, spanning 0.06 miles with an estimated cost of $730,802. [NW 34th Street (SR 121) from NW 39th Ave (SR 222) to MLK Memorial Hwy (US 441)] Project involves the conversion of NW 34th Street (SR 121) from two (2) lanes to two (2) lanes divided, from NW 39th Ave (SR 222) to MLK Memorial Hwy (US 441), spanning 2.17 miles with an estimated cost of $19,531,720. [SW 34th Street (SR 121) from NW 16th Avenue to NW 53rd Avenue] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along SW 34th Street (SR 121) from NW 16th Avenue to NW 53rd Avenue, spanning 2.79 miles with an estimated cost of $852,197. [NW 43rd Street from Newberry Road (SR 26) to NW 53rd Avenue] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along NW 43rd Street from Newberry Road (SR 26) to NW 53rd Avenue, spanning 3.28 miles with an estimated cost of $1,929,059. [SW 34th Street (SR 121) from Williston Road (SR 331) to SW 2nd Avenue (SR 26A)] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along SW 34th Street (SR 121) from Williston Road (SR 331) to SW 2nd Avenue (SR 26A), spanning 3.22 miles with an estimated cost of $1,893,771. [NW 13th Street (US 441) from NW 23rd Avenue (SR 120) to NW 6th Street (SR 20)] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along NW 13th Street (US 441) from NW 23rd Avenue (SR 120) to NW 6th Street (SR 20), spanning 1.77 miles with an estimated cost of $1,035,105. [Newberry Road (SR 26) from NW 8th Avenue to NW 62nd Street] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along Newberry Road (SR 26) from NW 8th Avenue to NW 62nd Street, spanning 0.55 miles with an estimated cost of $323,470. [NW 34th Boulevard (SR 121) from NW 53rd Avenue to ML King Memorial Highway (US 441)] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along NW 34th Boulevard (SR 121) from NW 53rd Avenue to ML King Memorial Highway (US 441), spanning 0.88 miles with an estimated cost of $517,552. [S Main Street (SR 329) from SE 16th Avenue to Williston Road (SR 311)] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along S Main Street (SR 329) from SE 16th Avenue to Williston Road (SR 311), spanning 1.26 miles with an estimated cost of $741,041. [NW 8th Avenue from NW 34th Street (SR 121) to Newberry Road (SR 26)] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along NW 8th Avenue from NW 34th Street (SR 121) to Newberry Road (SR 26), spanning 1.67 miles with an estimated cost of $988,054. [Newberry Road (SR 26) from NW 43rd Street to NW 8th Avenue] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along Newberry Road (SR 26) from NW 43rd Street to NW 8th Avenue, spanning 0.61 miles with an estimated cost of $358,758. [NW 34th Street (SR 121) from NW 8th Avenue to NW 16th Avenue] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along NW 34th Street (SR 121) from NW 8th Avenue to NW 16th Avenue, spanning 0.51 miles with an estimated cost of $299,945. [NW 13th Street (US 441) from NW 16th Avenue to NW 23rd Avenue (SR 120)] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along NW 13th Street (US 441) from NW 16th Avenue to NW 23rd Avenue (SR 120), spanning 0.5 miles with an estimated cost of $294,064. [NE 39th Avenue (SR 222) from Regional Juvenile Detention Center to NW 43rd Street] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along NE 39th Avenue (SR 222) from Regional Juvenile Detention Center to NW 43rd Street, spanning 7.16 miles with an estimated cost of $4,205,113. [135 Hawthorne Road (SR 20) to SE 24th Street] Project involves a multi-use path from 135 Hawthorne Road (SR 20) to SE 24th Street, spanning 0.92 miles with an estimated cost of $541,077. [Williston Road (SR 331) from Entrance to Sweetwater Wetlands Park to SW 13th Street (US 441)] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along Williston Road (SR 331) from Entrance to Sweetwater Wetlands Park to SW 13th Street (US 441), spanning 0.85 miles with an estimated cost of $499,909. [141 SE 9th Street to SE 7th Avenue] Project involves a sidewalk priority improvement from 141 SE 9th Street to SE 7th Avenue, spanning 0.2 miles with an estimated cost of $117,626. [150 NW 23rd Boulevard to NW 22nd Street] Project involves a sidewalk priority improvement from 150 NW 23rd Boulevard to NW 22nd Street, spanning 0.17 miles with an estimated cost of $99,982. [N 23rd Avenue (SR 120) from Waldo Road (SR 24) to NW 13th Street (US 441)] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along N 23rd Avenue (SR 120) from Waldo Road (SR 24) to NW 13th Street (US 441), spanning 2.55 miles with an estimated cost of $1,970,228. [SW 2nd Avenue (SR 26A) from W University Avenue (SR 26) to SW 23rd Street] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along SW 2nd Avenue (SR 26A) from W University Avenue (SR 26) to SW 23rd Street, spanning 0.23 miles with an estimated cost of $147,032. [SW 30th Avenue to Archer Road (SR 24)] Project involves a sidewalk priority improvement from 172 SW 40th Boulevard to SW 30th Avenue, spanning 0.16 miles with an estimated cost of $94,100. [SW 34th Street (SR 121) from W University Avenue (SR 26) to NW 8th Avenue] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along SW 34th Street (SR 121) from W University Avenue (SR 26) to NW 8th Avenue, spanning 0.5 miles with an estimated cost of $294,064. [SW 3rd Street to SW 5th Street] Project involves a sidewalk priority improvement from 177 SW 4th Avenue to SW 3rd Street, spanning 0.09 miles with an estimated cost of $52,931. [NW 16th Avenue from 6th Street Trail to NW 13th Street (US 441)] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along NW 16th Avenue from 6th Street Trail to NW 13th Street (US 441), spanning 0.8 miles with an estimated cost of $470,502. [SE 22nd Avenue / SE 4th Street from SE 15th Street to Williston Road (SR 331)] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along SE 22nd Avenue / SE 4th Street from SE 15th Street to Williston Road (SR 331), spanning 0.82 miles with an estimated cost of $482,265. [NW 43rd Street from NW 73rd Avenue to ML King Memorial Highway(US 441)] Project involves a multi-use trail along NW 43rd Street from NW 73rd Avenue to ML King Memorial Highway(US 441), spanning 1.56 miles with an estimated cost of $2,897,378. [N Main Street to 6th Street Trail] Project involves a multi-use trail along NW 16th Avenue Trail from N Main Street to 6th Street Trail, spanning 0.08 miles with an estimated cost of $148,583. [173 NW 43rd Street to NW 53rd Avenue] Project involves a multi-use trail from 173 NW 43rd Street to NW 53rd Avenue, spanning 0.52 miles with an estimated cost of $965,793. [153 SE 43rd Street to E University Avenue (SR 26)] Project involves a multi-use trail from 153 SE 43rd Street to E University Avenue (SR 26), spanning 1.14 miles with an estimated cost of $2,117,315. [116 Williston Road (SR 331) to SE 2nd Avenue] Project involves a multi-use trail from 116 Williston Road (SR 331) to SE 2nd Avenue, spanning 1.65 miles with an estimated cost of $2,758,081. [Williston Road (SR 331) from SW 41st Boulevard (Fred Bear Dr) to SW 62nd Boulevard] Project involves widening a sidewalk to 8' along Williston Road (SR 331) from SW 41st Boulevard (Fred Bear Dr) to SW 62nd Boulevard, spanning 0.59 miles with an estimated cost of $1,547,486. [183 NE 53rd Avenue to Waldo Road (SR 24)] Project involves a multi-use trail from 183 NE 53rd Avenue to Waldo Road (SR 24), spanning 1.71 miles with an estimated cost of $3,175,972. [SW 6th Road] Project involves a sidewalk priority improvement from 214 SW 136th Street to W Newberry Road (SR 26), spanning 0.53 miles with an estimated cost of $366,648. [SW 122nd Street to US 41] Project involves a multi-use path from 215 Archer Road (SR 24) to SW 122nd Street, spanning 3.49 miles with an estimated cost of $2,966,182. [SW 13th Street (US 441) to SW 16th Avenue (SR 226)] Project involves safety enhancements on SW 13th Street (US 441) from Williston Road (SR 331) to SW 16th Avenue (SR 226), spanning 1.50 miles. Includes evaluation of midblock crossings for bus stop accessibility and signalized intersections. [SW 13th Street (US 441) to W University Avenue (SR 26)] Project involves safety enhancements on SW 13th Street (US 441) from SW 16th Avenue (SR 226) to W University Avenue (SR 26), spanning 1.08 miles. Consistent with University Ave & W 13th St PD&E study. [NW 13th Street (US 441) to NW 16th Avenue] Project involves safety enhancements on NW 13th Street (US 441) from NW 8th Avenue to NW 16th Avenue, spanning 0.52 miles. Includes evaluation of midblock crossings for bus stop accessibility. [NW 13th Street (US 441) to NW 23rd Avenue] Project involves safety enhancements on NW 13th Street (US 441) from NW 16th Avenue to NW 23rd Avenue, spanning 0.50 miles. Includes evaluation of midblock crossings for bus stop accessibility. [SW 13th Street (US 441) to NW 8th Avenue] Project involves safety enhancements on SW 13th Street (US 441) from W University Avenue (SR 26) to NW 8th Avenue, spanning 0.48 miles. Consistent with University Ave & W 13th St PD&E study.
- Board:
- Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-21
- Type:
- Agenda
- Decision:
- Receive information and provide feedback
- Address:
- SE 8th Avenue, from SE 15th Street to SE Hawthorne Road
- Applicant:
- City of Gainesville
Agenda Cover Page (PDF)
This document is an agenda for the Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development Meeting. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., and will be held as a Virtual Workshop. The agenda includes a Call to Order, Adoption of the Agenda, Approval of the Minutes, Business Discussion Items, Public Comment, Member Comment, Next Meeting Date, and Adjournment. The primary business discussion item is the 2026-280 CDBG and HOME Allocation for FY2026-2027, with a recommendation for the committee to discuss the allocation for the fiscal year. The document also provides information on accommodations for individuals with disabilities. No specific projects with addresses, sizes, or applicant names are detailed beyond the general discussion item.
- Board:
- Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development
- Date:
- 2026-04-21
- Type:
- Agenda
Agenda Cover Page (PDF)
The Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board will meet on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the GTEC Building - Conference Room #107, 2153 SE Hawthorne Road, Gainesville, FL 32641. The agenda includes a discussion on the 2026-202 Community Partnership Grant Summer 2026 Awards (B) for the Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area. Seven applications will be reviewed for funding under the Community Partnership Grant Program. The GCRA has budgeted $10,000.00 for this cycle. The recommendation is to hear presentations from applicants and award two points to one applicant via ballots. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
- Board:
- Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-21
- Type:
- Agenda
- Decision:
- recommendation
- Address:
- 2153 SE Hawthorne Road, Gainesville, FL 32641
- Applicant:
- Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area
Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board
The Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board of the City of Gainesville met to discuss upcoming projects. Potential local business opportunities include work related to the SE 8th Avenue Shared Use Path, which is currently in the 30% planning stage. Other items reviewed involved transportation planning programs and improvements.
- Board:
- Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-21
- Type:
- Meeting
Agenda (PDF)
[Regional Transit System Employee Parking Lot; case 2026-212] The City Commission is considering awarding a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a solar canopy to be installed over the employee parking lot at the Regional Transit System. The top-ranked firm is Advanced Roofing Inc. The project is funded by Federal Transit Administration grants totaling $4,490,000. The RFP process began on October 20, 2025, with a response deadline of December 2, 2025. The City Commission is expected to approve the evaluation rankings, award the RFP to Advanced Roofing Inc., and authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement. [case 2026-214] The City Commission is considering awarding an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for Bus Stop Shelters and Amenities to Tolar Manufacturing Company, Inc. The contract amount is $250,000, with funding from Federal Transit Administration funds. The contract term is through September 30, 2029. [case 2026-248] The City Commission is considering awarding a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Transportation CEI Services. The two highest-ranked vendors are NV5, Inc. and GAI Consultants, with RS and H, Inc. as the third-ranked. Each of the top two vendors may be awarded an agreement up to $5 million. Funding is from federal sources, and services will be authorized via separate task work orders. [case 2026-252] The City Commission is considering awarding a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Transportation Professional Services. The two highest-ranked vendors are Kimley-Horn and Associates and Choice Engineering, with Comprehensive Engineering Services as the third-ranked. Each of the top two vendors may be awarded an agreement up to $5 million. Funding is from federal sources, and services will be authorized via separate task work orders. [case 2026-282] The City Commission is considering accepting a grant award from the State of Florida Department of Management Services for cybersecurity services. The estimated annual value of the services is $300,000. The Florida Department of Management Services will procure the services on behalf of the City. [Seagle Building and Matheson House (locations not specified beyond building names); case 2026-230] The City Commission is considering approving Business Improvement Grant funding for two Tier 3 applicants. The Gainesville Historic Properties will receive $52,512 for the Seagle Building, bringing their total award to $147,512. The Matheson History Museum will receive $41,611 for the Matheson House, bringing their total award to $81,988. The total available funds for this cycle are $94,123, drawn from the Downtown Gainesville Strategic Plan Budget. [case 2026-238] The City Commission is being asked to adopt a resolution approving the Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) for State Fiscal Years 2026–2027, 2027–2028, and 2028–2029. This plan outlines how State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) funds, anticipated to be between $1 million and $1.2 million annually, will be used for local affordable housing programs. [case 2026-232] The City Commission is being asked to adopt a resolution authorizing the filing of grant applications with the United States Department of Transportation and Florida Department of Transportation for the Regional Transit System Program of Projects for Federal Fiscal Year 2026. The total revenue for this program is $20,740,000. [case 2026-237] The City Commission is being asked to adopt a resolution supporting the Regional Transit System's application for a Florida Department of Transportation 49 U.S. Code Chapter 53, Section 5311 Grants for Rural Areas Off Cycle Capital Assistance grant. This grant is for two wheelchair accessible vans for demand response rural transportation service. [800 block of East University Avenue; case 2025-997] The City Commission is considering adopting an ordinance to rezone approximately 0.64 acres at the 800 block of East University Avenue from Planned Development (PD) to Urban 4 (U4). [South of State Road 24 (Archer Road), west of SW 51st Drive, north of Oaks Preserve, Phase II, and east of County Road SW 24C; case 2025-873] The City Commission is considering adopting an ordinance to annex approximately 26.897 acres of privately-owned property located south of State Road 24 (Archer Road), west of SW 51st Drive, north of Oaks Preserve, Phase II, and east of County Road SW 24C. This annexation is petitioned by the property owner(s). [West of SW 13th Street, south of SW Archer Road, east of SW 16th Street, and north of SW 16th Avenue; case 2025-993] The City Commission is considering adopting an ordinance to rezone approximately 25.55 acres located west of SW 13th Street, south of SW Archer Road, east of SW 16th Street, and north of SW 16th Avenue from Urban 9 (U9) to Medical Services (MD). [1200 block of NE 8th Avenue; case 2025-995] The City Commission is considering adopting an ordinance to rezone approximately 1.38 acres at the 1200 block of NE 8th Avenue from Urban 4 (U4) to Urban 6 (U6). [Fire Station 3; case 2026-249] The City Commission is being asked to approve a Guaranteed Maximum Price Agreement Early Release Package with Ajax Building Company, LLC, for sitework construction of Fire Station 3. The total cost is $2,030,207, funded by the Streets, Stations & Strong Foundations (SSSF) Surtax Program. [SW Public Safety Center / Fire Station 9; case 2026-263] The City Commission is being asked to approve a Guaranteed Maximum Price Agreement Early Release Package with Ajax Building Company, LLC, for sitework construction of the SW Public Safety Center / Fire Station 9. The total cost is $3,989,480, funded by the Streets, Stations & Strong Foundations (SSSF) Surtax Program. [800 Block East University Avenue; case 2025-998] The City Commission is being asked to adopt an ordinance for the 800 Block East University Avenue Land Use Change. The recommendation is to approve the ordinance on adoption reading. [800 Block East University Avenue; case 2025-997] The City Commission is being asked to adopt an ordinance for the Quasi-Judicial 800 Block East University Avenue Rezoning. The recommendation is to approve the ordinance on first reading. [UF Health South Campus; case 2025-992] The City Commission is being asked to adopt an ordinance for the UF Health South Campus Land Use Change. The recommendation is to approve the ordinance on adoption reading. [UF Health South Campus; case 2025-993] The City Commission is being asked to adopt an ordinance for the Quasi-Judicial UF Health South Campus Rezoning. The recommendation is to approve the ordinance on first reading. Ryan Thompson, NV5, presented on behalf of the client. [1200 block of NE 8th Avenue; case 2025-994] The City Commission is being asked to adopt an ordinance for the Chestnut Northeast 8th Avenue Land Use Change. Commissioner Chestnut declared a conflict. Public comment was received from Patria Davis and Sharon Bauer. Forrest Eddleton, Director of Sustainable Development, clarified that crematories are allowed in U6 but not U4 zoning. The recommendation is to approve the ordinance on adoption reading. [1200 block of NE 8th Avenue; case 2025-995] The City Commission is being asked to adopt an ordinance for the Quasi-Judicial Chestnut Northeast 8th Avenue Rezoning. Commissioner Chestnut declared a conflict. Public comment was received from Sharon Bauer. The recommendation is to approve the ordinance on first reading. [case 2025-760] The City Commission is being asked to adopt an ordinance for the Quasi-Judicial Rezoning of 1.87 Acres of Property for Sheriff’s Office Expansion. The recommendation is to approve the ordinance on second reading. [SW Archer Road; case 2025-873] The City Commission is being asked to adopt an ordinance for the Dogwood Acquisitions Voluntary Annexation of 26.897 +/- Acres of Property on SW Archer Road. Tara Howell, Project Manager for JBPro (applicant), spoke to the item. The recommendation is to approve the ordinance on first reading. [case 2026-157] The City Commission approved minutes from the March 5 and March 26, 2026 meetings. [case 2026-157] The City Commission approved the Tree City USA Application. [case 2026-183] The City Commission accepted the resignation of Maria Giddings from the Public Recreation and Parks Board. [case 2026-213] The City Commission received the informational list of upcoming City Events. [Thomas Center A Building; case 2026-215] The City Commission authorized the City Manager or designee to enter into a Guaranteed Maximum Price Agreement with DE Scorpio Corporation for Fire Sprinkler Renovation at the Thomas Center A Building in the amount of $683,007.00. [case 2026-219] The City Commission accepted the external quality assurance reviewer’s report and the Office of the City Auditor’s certificate of compliance. [case 2026-220] The City Commission accepted the City Auditor’s report on the PCI Process Audit. [case 2026-221] The City Commission accepted the City Auditor’s report on the Facilities Management Audit. [case 2026-222] The City Commission accepted the City Auditor’s Quarterly Update report. [100 NE 8th Avenue, Gainesville, Florida; case 2026-234] The City Commission authorized the Mayor to send a letter supporting the Gainesville Housing Authority’s application to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the disposition and rehabilitation of the Oak Park development, located at 100 NE 8th Avenue, Gainesville, Florida. A joint meeting for both boards to recur annually was also approved. [case 2026-164] The City Commission directed staff to move forward with the recruitment process for a City Manager starting in October. [case 2026-225] The City Commission heard a presentation from the Public Works Department, including updates from the Facilities Management Division, Operations Division, Engineering Division, and Technology Division. [case 2026-235] The City Commission authorized Human Resources to unfreeze the position of senior auditor and freeze the position of staff auditor, and authorized the Office of Management and Budget to amend the City Auditor’s Office’s budget, adding $11,448 for the Senior Auditor position. Additionally, the Commission directed staff to amend the budget by adding $33,552 for professional/audit services. [case 2025-170] The City Commission approved the contract with RedSpeed Florida, LLC for the Red Light Detection Camera Enforcement System and authorized the City Manager or designee to accept and execute the contract. The Commission also requested the Police Advisory Council provide additional analysis quarterly. [case 2026-92] The City Commission directed staff to come back with a loan program for arts organizations not currently served. Separately, the Commission approved $45,000 out of excess fund balance as a forgivable loan to Heartwood Soundstage, to be forgiven over three years, contingent on continued operations and hosting at least four free, publicly accessible community events per year, with standard reporting and right-to-audit requirements. [Northeast 8th Avenue from Waldo Road to the western property line of Loften High School; case 2026-226] The City Commission tabled the item regarding Northeast 8th Avenue Corridor Improvements, from Waldo Road to the western property line of Loften High School, until a future meeting. Lana Khanachet, Project Manager at NV5, gave a presentation. [case 2026-171] The City Commission appointed Jayne Moraski to the City Plan Board for a partial term ending November 1, 2026, and appointed Alla Fiona and reappointed Tyler Mayo-Frey to the Gainesville Human Rights Board for full terms ending February 22, 2029. [case 2026-203] The City Commission appointed Mark Modas to the Audit Committee. [34 SE 13th Road, Gainesville, FL 32601; case RTSX-260018-DS] The City of Gainesville Regional Transit System (RTS) is seeking proposals for the turnkey installation of Photovoltaic (PV) Systems and Parking Lot Canopies at their employee parking lot. The project aims to provide power to the RTS facility, defray electric utility costs, and offer shade for vehicles. The employee parking lot is approximately 207,000 square feet (470 spaces). The total budget for this project is limited to $4,490,000, with $4,265,000 for purchase/installation/maintenance and $225,000 for workforce training. The project must achieve Permission to Operate (PTO) by 01/30/2027. Key requirements include proposer experience with PV systems, licensed professional engineers, specific technical specifications for PV modules, inverters, and mounting systems, and adherence to various codes and regulations, including FTA requirements. Proposers must submit detailed proposals including preliminary drawings, cost breakdowns, and timelines. The scope of work includes site preparation, installation, engineering, permits, and workforce training. Public comment is not stated in this document. [case RTSX-260018-DS] This document outlines various terms and conditions for solicitations and contracts, primarily focusing on federal requirements and compliance. It details clauses related to recovered materials, debarment and suspension, Buy America provisions, contract violations and remedies, lobbying restrictions, environmental acts (Clean Air Act, Federal Water Pollution Control Act), labor standards (Davis Bacon Act, Copeland Anti-Kickback Act, Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act), equal employment opportunity, bond requirements (bid, performance, payment), seismic safety, differing site conditions, veterans hiring preference, E-Verify, prohibition on certain telecommunications and video surveillance services/equipment, and federal tax liability. It also specifies procedures for proposal submission, communication restrictions (cone of silence), bidder responsibility, responsiveness, and contract modifications. The document references a specific project: 'Solar Canopy for Employee Parking Lot' with case number RTSX-260018-DS, but provides no specific details on its location, size, or zoning changes. [34 SE 13th Road, Gainesville, FL 32601; case RTSX-260018-DS] This document is a solicitation for a Solar Canopy for an Employee Parking Lot, bid number RTSX-260018-DS. It outlines the requirements for submitting bids, including verification forms, price proposals, bid guarantees, drug-free workplace certifications, e-Verify compliance, and other certifications. It also details the selection process, evaluation criteria, and general terms and conditions. Addendum No. 1 was issued on October 23, 2025, to revise the bid due date to January 7, 2025, and to add a pre-proposal meeting/site visit on November 19, 2025, at 34 SE 13th Road, Gainesville, FL 32601. The Davis Bacon Wage Determination was changed from "Building" to "Heavy Construction". [Employee Parking Lot; case RTSX-260018-DS] This record details addenda for the 'Solar Canopy for Employee Parking Lot' project, bid number RTSX-260018-DS. The project involves the installation of a solar canopy over an employee parking lot. Key updates include revised bid due dates, clarification on electrical capacity limitations (1058 kW DC), requirements for geotechnical data and as-built drawings, and details on insurance, lobbying restrictions, and DBE certification. The project budget is a firm $4,490,000. Trees will be removed, and lighting must be maintained. Battery storage is an option. The primary focus is on solar capacity, with parking coverage as a secondary priority. Employees will continue to have access to the parking lot during construction, with approximately 120 spaces available on the south side. The north side of the lot can be used as a staging area. A professional engineer licensed in Florida with experience in electrical and energy systems is required. Builders Risk Insurance is required, covering 100% of the total project cost with a deductible no more than $25,000. Liquidated damages do not apply. The project is funded by the city and funds are secured. [East side of SE Veitch Street, Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida; case RTSX-260018-DS] This document consists of addenda to a bid for a Solar Canopy for Employee Parking Lot project (Bid Number: RTSX-260018-DS) with a bid due date of January 29, 2026. It clarifies Buy America requirements, confirms the Energy Storage System is an optional component, and states the contract draft does not need to be submitted with the proposal. It also includes a geotechnical site exploration report for the RTS Maintenance Facility in Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida, dated March 2012. The facility is approximately 20 acres and includes a bus maintenance facility, administration/operations building, bus washing and fueling stations, bus parking and staging areas, an employee parking lot, and a stormwater management facility. The report details subsurface conditions, including various sand and clay strata, encountered trash debris in some areas, and groundwater levels. It provides recommendations for building foundations, heavy-duty and light-duty pavements, site preparation, and stormwater management. The geotechnical report was prepared for Causseaux, Hewett, & Walpole, Inc. by GSE Engineering & Consulting, Inc. [Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida; case 11362] This document is a geotechnical site exploration report for the RTS Maintenance Facility in Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida. It details soil conditions, fill suitability, and recommendations for surface water control and landscaping. The report includes extensive data from auger borings, Standard Penetration Test (SPT) soil borings, roadway core logs, and laboratory test results, including permeability tests. The primary focus is on the soil types encountered, their properties, and their suitability for construction purposes. No specific project decisions, zoning changes, or public comments are mentioned in this section of the document. [34 SE 13th Road, Gainesville, FL 32601; case RTSX-260018-DS] This document contains information related to the "Solar Canopy for Employee Parking Lot" project (Bid Number: RTSX-260018-DS) for the Regional Transit System (RTS) in Gainesville, Florida. The project involves the installation of solar canopies over an employee parking lot. Key details include bid deadlines, addenda addressing various project aspects, and responses to bidder questions regarding design, technical specifications, and procurement requirements. The project is funded by FTA and requires compliance with Buy America provisions. The bid due date was January 29, 2026. Advanced Roofing, Inc. submitted a response. [34 SE 13th Road Gainesville, Florida 32601; case RTSX-260018-DS] This document contains a series of questions and answers regarding the 'Solar Canopy for Employee Parking Lot' project, bid number RTSX-260018-DS. Key details include the project's budget of $4,490,000, a minimum carport height of 13'6", and specific requirements for Buy America compliance. The project is funded by the FTA, and bidders must adhere to federal clauses. The document also clarifies details about electrical capacity, transformer upgrades, drainage, and warranty requirements. Advanced Roofing, Inc. d/b/a Advanced Green Technologies (AGT) submitted a proposal for $4,031,355.00, including first-year preventative maintenance, tree and light pole removal, and compliance with BAA/BABBA and Davis Bacon requirements. AGT's proposal includes furnishing and installing 2,376 First Solar 440 W-DC solar modules for a total of 1,045,440 W-DC capacity and 3 Solectria 250,000 W-AC inverters for a total of 750,000 W-AC capacity. They also propose a 30-year manufacturer's warranty on modules and a 10-year warranty on inverters, with a 1-year contractor's warranty on materials and labor. [34 SE 13th Road; case 2026-212J] This document details a proposed solar carport project for the Gainesville Regional Transit Facility. The project involves installing a 1.045 MW DC module array with 750 kW AC of inverter capacity. The projected annual generation is 1.592 GWh, with an 81.0% performance ratio and a specific yield of 1,522.5 kWh/kWp. The project is proposed by Advanced Green Technologies (AGT) and is designed to maintain at least 120 employee parking spaces during construction, with a plan to complete the work in a single phase. The total estimated cost for the solar PV system is $4,031,355. The project schedule outlines key milestones from design kickoff to commercial operation, with an estimated completion date of December 17, 2026. The document also details the project team's qualifications and experience, including specific roles and past projects. [1950 NW 22nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 (AGT Headquarters); 2725 S. Combee Road, Lakeland, FL 33803 (Adena Corporation); case RFP No. RTSX-260018-DS] This document details the subcontractors and key suppliers for the Gainesville Solar Canopy project, proposed by Advanced Green Technologies (AGT). AGT is a Florida S-Corporation founded in 1983, headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, with multiple branch offices. The project involves the fabrication and erection of structural steel canopies. Key subcontractors and suppliers identified include Adena Corporation for steel fabrication and erection, Thomas Kelaher, P.E. as the structural engineer of record, and Kinect Solar for PV modules and inverters. AGT highlights its extensive experience, financial stability, licensing, safety culture, and technical depth, including over 350 MW of installed PV and a bonding capacity of $40 million single project / $150 million aggregate. The document also includes extensive details on AGT's insurance, licenses, safety protocols, and project management capabilities. Separately, Scherer Construction of North Florida LLC submitted a bid for the "Solar Canopy for Employee Parking Lot" project (RFP No. RTSX-260018-DS) with a response deadline of January 29, 2026. [Gainesville, Florida, United States] The Gainesville Regional Transit System (RTS) is undertaking a solar carport project involving a 1-megawatt photovoltaic system. The project is funded by a grant with approximately $4.5 million allocated for the solar installation and an additional 5% of the project budget, capped at $225,000, for workforce development. The project includes specialized training for RTS employees on system operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. The system is designed to generate 1.06 MWp of DC power, with an estimated annual usable solar production of 1.58 GWh, offsetting 1,113.97 tons of CO2 annually. The system will export all generated energy to the grid as there is no building consumption from this system. The project schedule indicates engineering and permitting phases from March to May 2026, with on-site work from May to August 2026, and a projected Permission to Operate by November 27, 2026. [6715 Steger Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45237; case 2026-212K] This document contains technical specifications and design details for solar carports, including structural components, materials, and electrical systems. It details various carport configurations, such as 'CP-Tee' with different aisle heights and perimeter layouts, and provides information on PV module specifications, inverters, and power optimizers. The document also includes cash flow analysis and environmental benefits related to solar energy generation. No specific project approval or denial is mentioned, but the address 6715 Steger Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45237, is repeatedly listed as the project location for Terrasmart, Inc. and RBI Solar. [case RTSX-260018-DS] Scherer Construction of North Florida, LLC submitted a bid for the RTS Solar Canopy at Employee Parking Lot project. The project involves the removal and disposal of 6 site light poles and relocation of 1 camera pole. Battery storage is excluded due to budget constraints and long economic payback periods. Scherer Construction intends to use Solar PPM as a primary subcontractor, with Solar PPM's scope representing over 75% of the total bid cost. Solar PPM's DBE certification is pending. [case RTSX-260018-DS] The New Florida Industrial Electric, Inc. submitted a bid for the Solar Canopy for Employee Parking Lot project (RFP No. RTSX-260018-DS). The company has extensive experience in the solar industry and electrical services, with over 40 years in business. They propose to install a 1,040kW (DC) solar carport photovoltaic system using Heliene 585Watt modules and SolarEdge power optimizers. Their affiliate, Alternative Energy Services, Inc., will assist with design and installation. Solar Mounts LLC will be a subcontractor for the carport structures. The project includes LED lighting at each parking bay. The proposed system is designed to offset facility electrical consumption and reduce peak demand. Federal tax incentives, including the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and a potential domestic content adder, are noted as potential benefits. Battery storage is not included. The company confirms acknowledgment of all addenda and compliance with specifications. [34 SE 13th Road, Gainesville, FL 32601; case RTSX-260018-DS] Regional Transit System (RTS) is seeking proposals for the turnkey delivery of engineering, procurement, and construction for photovoltaic systems for its facilities. The total budget for this project is limited to $4,490,000, with $4,265,000 allocated for purchase/installation and annual maintenance for Year One, and $225,000 for workforce training. The project must reach Permission to Operate (PTO) by January 30, 2027. Addendum No. 1 has been issued, revising the bid due date, adding a pre-proposal meeting/site visit at 34 SE 13th Road, Gainesville, FL 32601, and changing the Davis Bacon Wage Determination from "Building" to "Heavy Construction". The bid number is RTSX-260018-DS, and the bid name is "Solar Canopy for Employee Parking Lot". The New Florida Industrial Electric, Inc. has submitted a proposal with Conrad Eigenemann as the authorized representative. [East side of SE Veitch Street, Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida; case RTSX-260018-DS] This document contains addenda and a geotechnical report related to the "Solar Canopy for Employee Parking Lot" project, bid number RTSX-260018-DS. The project involves the installation of solar canopies over an employee parking lot. Key details include bid due dates, clarifications on technical specifications, requirements for materials (e.g., Buy America compliance), insurance, and bonding. A geotechnical report from March 2012 for the RTS Maintenance Facility, located on the east side of SE Veitch Street in Gainesville, FL, covering approximately 20 acres, is also attached. This report details subsurface conditions, soil analysis, and provides recommendations for building foundations, pavements, site preparation, and stormwater management. [Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida; case GSE Project No. 11362] This document is a geotechnical site exploration summary report for the RTS Maintenance Facility in Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida. The report details subsurface conditions, including soil types, groundwater levels, and pavement conditions, to assist in the design of building foundations, pavements, and a stormwater management facility. It includes findings from numerous soil borings and roadway cores, laboratory soil analysis, and provides recommendations for site preparation, foundation design, pavement construction, and stormwater management. The site has encountered trash debris in several areas, particularly in the proposed employee parking lot and stormwater management facility. The report also notes the presence of clay-rich materials with potential for expansive behavior. Specific recommendations are provided for building foundations (conventional shallow spread foundations with a maximum net soil bearing pressure of 3,000 psf), heavy-duty pavements (minimum 9 inches of crushed limerock base course, 2.0-2.5 inches asphalt wearing surface, or 6-7.5 inches concrete), light-duty pavements, and site preparation including stripping, dewatering, proof-rolling, and fill placement. Stormwater management facility design parameters are also outlined. The report was prepared by GSE Engineering & Consulting, Inc. and dated March 27, 2012. [5590 SW 64th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32608; case 11362] This document contains geotechnical data, specifically soil boring logs and laboratory test results, for the RTS Maintenance Facility project located in Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida. The data includes detailed descriptions of soil strata encountered at various depths, groundwater levels, and results from Standard Penetration Tests (SPT), permeability tests, and other laboratory analyses. The information is intended to inform foundation design and construction for the facility. The document also includes an addendum for a separate project, 'Solar Canopy for Employee Parking Lot', detailing bid information, Q&A regarding specifications, and required certifications. [case RTSX-260026-DS] The City of Gainesville is seeking bids for bus stop shelters and amenities. The contract term is from award through September 30, 2028, with an optional one-year extension. Prices must remain firm for the entire contract term. Amenities must comply with building codes, wind load, seismic load specifications, ADA requirements, and FDOT recommendations. RTS typically purchases 1-10 shelters annually. Delivery is expected within 8-12 weeks of purchase order. Contractor must provide engineer-stamped drawings. Tolar Manufacturing Company, Inc. was the lowest bidder meeting all requirements. [case RTSX-260018-DS] The City of Gainesville is seeking bids for a solar canopy for an employee parking lot. The New Florida Industrial Electric, Inc. was ranked second in the proposal evaluation, with a total score of 228.98. Advanced Roofing Inc. was ranked first with a total score of 252.06. Scherer Construction of North Florida LLC was ranked third with a total score of 210.98. The project involves Buy America requirements and requires bidders to certify compliance. Various certifications regarding drug-free workplace, E-Verify, foreign countries of concern, debarment, lobbying, and federal tax liability are required. [case RTSX-260026-DS] This document is a solicitation for bids for bus shelters and amenities. It details specifications for shelters, benches, trash receptacles, and bicycle racks, including dimensions, materials, construction, and design requirements. It also outlines terms and conditions for bidding, proposal submission, contract award, and federal requirements from the FTA. The solicitation specifies that RTS intends to install all amenities using internal staff. Key requirements include modular and interchangeable components, vandal resistance, maintenance-free materials, and a minimum 10-year guarantee for spare parts availability. Specific dimensions are provided for Type II (12'x4.5'x8') and Type III (16'x4.5'x8') shelters. Benches must be ADA-compliant and include an advertising display. Trash receptacles require a 30-40 gallon capacity and a dome lid. Bicycle racks must meet Gainesville's Engineering, Design, and Construction Manual standards. The document also details bid submission procedures, including online submission via the eProcurement Portal, and outlines conditions for bidder responsibility, responsiveness, and protest procedures. Federal requirements from the FTA regarding Buy America, debarment, civil rights, and record retention are also included. [case RTSX-260026-DS] This document is an addendum to the specifications for "Bus Shelters and Amenities" (Bid Number: RTSX-260026-DS) issued by the City of Gainesville. It clarifies technical details and requirements for bidders. Key clarifications include: the need for five different perspective drawings of each amenity offered (top, side, back, etc.) with dimensions; self-tapping screws are permissible for roof battens; fascia is required for the entire perimeter of the roof and should match the roof structure material (not wood); horizontal channels for the roof perimeter should accommodate 3/4" conduit; map displays are included in the shelter price, while benches are separate line items; bench length varies by shelter type but must provide a minimum 48" open area for ADA compliance; modular structures designed to be moved in pieces are acceptable; a minimum 12" adjustment for elevation changes on pads is required; roof design must be dome or barrel vault (shed roofs are not accepted); and the contract term is from execution through September 30, 2028, with a one-year optional extension. The addendum also includes forms for Respondent Verification, Drug Free Workplace, and References. The bid tabulation shows Tolar Manufacturing Company Inc. as the recommended awardee with a bid of $41,020.00, identified with an asterisk indicating it is the lowest responsible, responsive bidder meeting specifications. [380 CR 309 Unit C, Durango, CO 81303; case RTSX-260026-DS] This document is a bid response from MODSTREET INC for Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. RTSX-260026-DS for Bus Shelters and Amenities for the City of Gainesville Regional Transit System (RTS). MODSTREET, a Colorado-based company, proposes to provide modular, steel bus shelters and accessories. The company highlights its design, build, and accessorize approach, ease of installation, durability, and commitment to American-made products. The bid includes various certifications and forms required for federal funding, such as Drug-Free Workplace, Buy America, Debarment, Contractor Responsibility, Federal Tax Liability, and Lobbying restrictions. MODSTREET has provided references for similar projects in Park City, UT; Archuleta County, CO; Suffolk, VA; and Houston, TX. The company offers a three-year limited warranty on its products and guarantees pricing for the contract duration. The document details project staffing, quality assurance, and provides renderings and specifications for different bus shelter sizes (4x12 and 4x16) and accessories like benches, bike racks, and trash receptacles. [200 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601 (City of Gainesville address); 1710 King St, Bldg B, High Point, NC 27260 (SELS USA LLC address); case RTSX-260026-DS] City of Gainesville, FL, is seeking bids for bus shelters and amenities. SELS USA LLC, located at 1710 King St, Bldg B, High Point, NC 27260, submitted a response for ITB (FTA) No. RTSX-260026-DS. The response deadline was February 18, 2026. SELS USA LLC offers various shelter types, including the SightLine Series and ViewLine Series, as well as bicycle racks, trash receptacles, and benches. Pricing for these items was provided, with minimum and maximum purchase quantities specified over the contract period. The company confirmed receipt of addenda and compliance with solicitation requirements. Public comment sentiment is not stated in this document.
- Board:
- City Commission - Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-16
- Type:
- Agenda
- Decision:
- Recommendation to award
- Address:
- Regional Transit System Employee Parking Lot
- Applicant:
- Advanced Roofing Inc. (top-ranked firm)
Agenda Cover Page (PDF)
[800 block of East University Avenue; SW Archer Road; SW 13th Street, south of SW Archer Road, east of SW 16th Street and north of SW 16th Avenue; 1200 block of NE 8th Avenue; Regional Transit System employee parking lot; Matheson House; Seagle Building; Fire Station 3; SW Public Safety Center / Fire Station 9; case RTSX-260018-DS; RTSX-260026-DS; #PWDA-260019-SM; #PWDA-260015-SM; 2026-230; 2025-997; 2025-873; 2025-993; 2025-995; 2026-249; 2026-263] City Commission approved the award of a Request for Proposal for a solar canopy over the employee parking lot at Regional Transit System to Advanced Roofing Inc. The project is funded by Federal Transit Administration grants. The City Commission also approved the Invitation to Bid award recommendation to Tolar Manufacturing Company, Inc. for Bus Stop Shelters and Amenities. This project is funded by Federal Transit Administration funds. The City Commission approved rankings for RFP #PWDA-260019-SM for Transportation CEI Services and authorized contract negotiations with NV5, Inc. and GAI Consultants. The City Commission approved rankings for RFP #PWDA-260015-SM for Transportation Professional Services and authorized contract negotiations with Kimley-Horn and Associates and Choice Engineering. The City Commission accepted a grant award from the State of Florida Department of Management Services for the Local Government Cybersecurity Grant Program and approved the grant agreement. The City Commission approved Business Improvement Grant funding for the Matheson House and the Seagle Building. The City Commission will hear a presentation from the Transportation Department. The City Commission adopted a resolution approving the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program Local Housing Assistance Plan for State Fiscal Years 2026-2027, 2027-2028, and 2028-2029. The City Commission will review the Towing or Immobilizing Vehicles on Private Property Ordinance Chapter 14.5 and provide direction for potential amendments. The City Commission will hold a Public Hearing on the Regional Transit System FY2026 Program of Projects and adopt a Resolution authorizing grant applications. The City Commission adopted a resolution supporting the Regional Transit System application for a Florida Department of Transportation 49 U.S. Code Chapter 53, Section 5311 Grants for Rural Areas Off Cycle Capital Assistance. The City Commission adopted ordinance 2025-997 for a Quasi-Judicial 800 Block East University Avenue Rezoning. The City Commission adopted ordinance 2025-873 for Dogwood Acquisitions Voluntary Annexation. The City Commission adopted ordinance 2025-993 for UF Health South Campus Rezoning. The City Commission adopted ordinance 2025-995 for Chestnut Northeast 8th Avenue Rezoning. The City Commission authorized the City Manager or designee to enter into a Guaranteed Maximum Price Agreement Early Release Package with Ajax Building Company, LLC for sitework construction of Fire Station 3. The City Commission authorized the City Manager or designee to enter into a Guaranteed Maximum Price Agreement Early Release Package with Ajax Building Company, LLC for sitework construction of the SW Public Safety Center / Fire Station 9.
- Board:
- City Commission - Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-16
- Type:
- Agenda
- Decision:
- Approved; Adopted; Accepted; Authorized; Recommended
- Address:
- 800 block of East University Avenue; SW Archer Road; SW 13th Street, south of SW Archer Road, east of SW 16th Street and north of SW 16th Avenue; 1200 block of NE 8th Avenue; Regional Transit System employee parking lot; Matheson House; Seagle Building; Fire Station 3; SW Public Safety Center / Fire Station 9
- Applicant:
- Advanced Roofing Inc.; Tolar Manufacturing Company, Inc.; NV5, Inc.; GAI Consultants; Kimley-Horn and Associates; Choice Engineering; Ajax Building Company, LLC; Matheson House representatives; Seagle Building representatives
Captions
The City Commission reviewed and approved several items related to housing assistance, transportation, and towing ordinances. Key decisions included approving the Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) for fiscal years 2026-2029, authorizing grant applications for regional transit system projects, and discussing amendments to towing and immobilization ordinances. Public comment was received on various issues, including towing practices, housing, and transportation services. The meeting also included proclamations for Records and Information Management Month and Gainesville's Birthday, as well as discussions on fire station construction and solar canopy projects.
- Board:
- City Commission - Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-16
- Type:
- Attachment
- Decision:
- Approved/Discussed
Minutes (PDF)
[200 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601] City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes from April 16, 2026. Key decisions include awarding a contract for bus stop shelters and amenities, approving rankings and initiating negotiations for transportation CEI and professional services, accepting a cybersecurity grant, approving business improvement grants, hearing a transportation department update, approving a local housing assistance plan, discussing amendments to towing and immobilization ordinances, approving rezoning for several properties, and authorizing agreements for sitework of fire stations and a public safety center. The meeting adjourned at 6:49 pm.
- Board:
- City Commission - Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-16
- Type:
- Minutes
- Decision:
- Meeting Minutes
- Address:
- 200 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
UPDATE LIST
This document is an agenda update for a City Commission Meeting on April 16, 2026. It lists two items under Consent Agenda Updates: 1. 2026-12 Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Development Calendar Update, requested by the City Manager. 2. 2026-282 Local Government Cybersecurity Grant Acceptance, requested by the City Manager. The Regular Agenda Updates section states 'None'. The document was printed on April 14, 2026.
- Board:
- City Commission - Regular Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-16
- Type:
- Attachment
- Applicant:
- City Manager
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