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[12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00273] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners meeting agenda for July 14, 2026. The agenda includes various items such as employee recognition, proclamation presentations, board and committee appointments, public comment periods, action items including financial reports and transit service proposals, land conservation projects, public hearings for ULDC amendments and budget matters, and consent items covering grants, bond issuances, and property donations. Specific items include the acceptance of property donation for Fire Rescue Station 25 in Tech City (Parcel # 05844-004-004) with an estimated future construction cost of $7.6 million and annual operating costs of $35,000, and the approval of plats for Oakmont PD Phase 6 and Laureate Village TND Phase 2 Units 3 and 4. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00444] This document is a collection of professional and civic records, primarily resumes and board appointment applications, for individuals associated with Alachua County, Florida. It details the extensive experience of Rodney Stubina in international development, disaster relief, and program management, primarily with USAID and other NGOs. It also includes the application of Terri Thomas, an attorney with over 20 years of experience in the construction industry, for a position on the Local Planning Agency and Planning Commission. The document also contains information regarding the Gainesville-Alachua County Regional Airport Authority, including its charter and a summary of an agenda item for appointing a citizen member. No specific construction projects or business opportunities are detailed within these records; the focus is on individual qualifications and board appointments. Three applicants are being considered for one full member position on the Gainesville-Alachua County Airport Authority, with a term ending July 31, 2029. The applicants are Roston Bartlett, Chuck Parker, and Fred Posner. Fred Posner is currently serving as Secretary/Treasurer of the GACRAA Board and on its Finance and Marketing committees. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00467] Two positions are available on the Rural Concerns Advisory Committee. Kevin Korus is recommended for appointment to a partial term (July 14, 2026 - September 30, 2026) and a full term (October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2029) as a member from the County Extension Office. One applicant is to be appointed to a partial term (July 14, 2026 - September 30, 2027) for the membership category of Residing in the Unincorporated Area Outside the Urban Cluster. The applicants for this position are Mary Crenshaw and David Tuthill. Kevin Korus has served as the agriculture agent for Alachua County for 9 years and is well aware of rural issues. This document contains information about various committee appointments and grant awards, with no direct information on construction projects or specific work opportunities for contractors and trades. It details applications for the Rural Concerns Advisory Committee and the Environmental Protection Advisory Committee (EPAC), as well as grants received for agricultural research and equipment. The applications for advisory committees list individuals and their qualifications, but do not describe any development projects. [27124 NW 203RD PL, High Springs, 32643 (Marin Hawk); 4703 SW 85TH Dr, Gainesville, 32608 (Rolland Fulton)] This document contains applications for the Environmental Protection Advisory Committee. Marin Hawk, with a background in environmental science and conservation, and Rolland Fulton, a retired environmental scientist with extensive experience in lake water quality management and wetland restoration, have applied for two available positions. Both applicants express a desire to contribute their expertise to local government environmental decision-making. The document also includes a scientific publication detailing water quality improvements in Lake Griffin, Florida, through nutrient load reduction and biomanipulation, a project involving Rolland Fulton. This document is a scientific study on water quality in Lake Griffin and comparison lakes, detailing changes in total phosphorus (TP), chlorophyll-a, and Secchi depth from 1984-1998 to 2008-2012. It analyzes the impact of climatic factors, nutrient loading, and gizzard shad removal on water quality. The study found significant improvements in Lake Griffin's water quality across all measured parameters, attributing these primarily to external load reductions and secondarily to gizzard shad removal. It also includes an application for a committee position by Rodney Stubina, detailing his extensive international public service and contracting experience. [6812 Nw 85th Terrace, Gainesville, Fl, 32653] Jan Frentzen applied for a position on the Environmental Protection Advisory Committee, Citizen at Large, with a term from September 30, 2025, to September 30, 2028. There are two positions available, and one applicant in this package. Frentzen Construction, Inc. is his employer, where he is a builder. He has previous experience on the Environmental Protection board and chaired the MTPO Advisory Committee. He enjoys outdoor activities and has practical building knowledge. [903 Blvd, Gainesville, 32601] George Papadi applied for a position on the Environmental Protection Advisory Committee, Citizen at Large, with a term from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2028. There is one position available, and one applicant in this package. Papadi has a background in biology, geography, and teaching, with previous work as a State Fishery Biologist, Biology Teacher, and Electron Microscopist. He is volunteering to focus on the conservation of natural resources, particularly river preservation, and has been involved in county development issues concerning land and water conservation, and regulation. He has experience with the Koppers Wood Treatment Facility and Florida Rock (now Argos) Cement Plant, advocating for air and water quality oversight. He has also presented on the GRU Biomass Plant and the Clean Air Ordinance. He is interested in micro and nano plastics as emerging pollutants and championed the use of portable air pollution meters. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00436, 26-00208, 26-00493, 26-00441] This document contains multiple agenda items for Alachua County. Item 1: Alachua County Citizens Disability Advisory Committee Annual Report. Item 2: Alachua County Historical Commission Annual Report. Item 3: The Axline Brice House – a reading by the Alachua County Historical Commission. Item 4: Alachua County’s 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and Independent Audit. [201 East University Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601] This document is an annual comprehensive financial report for Alachua County for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025. It details the county's financial performance, including government-wide revenues and expenses, general fund highlights, and information on various funds such as governmental, proprietary, and fiduciary funds. The report also covers capital assets and long-term debt. Key financial activities include an increase in net position of $86.4 million, driven by factors like unspent infrastructure sales surtax revenue and a new non-ad valorem hospital special assessment. The General Fund saw a decrease in fund balance of $3.5 million, ending with $113.8 million. The county received a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association for its fiscal year 2024 report. Major capital asset events included continued investment in transportation infrastructure, building projects like the new Emergency Operations Center and Court complex, park and recreation improvements, acquisition of environmentally sensitive lands, and investment in vehicles and equipment. The county issued an $85.5 million Public Improvement Revenue Note for the new Civil Courthouse and related capital improvements. The unemployment rate was 4.6% as of September 30, 2025. The total taxable assessed value increased by 7.97% for the FY26 budget year. Building permits issued increased by 8.30% compared to the previous fiscal year. The population estimate increased by 0.73%. This document is a financial statement for Alachua County, Florida, for the year ending September 30, 2025. It details the county's financial position, activities, and cash flows across various governmental and business-type activities. It includes statements of net position, activities, and cash flows, as well as reconciliations between fund statements and government-wide statements. The document does not contain information about specific construction projects, contractors, or trades. This document is an Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Alachua County, Florida, for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025. It details the county's financial position, including statements of net position, changes in net position, and notes to the financial statements. The report covers various funds, component units, and accounting policies. It does not contain specific project information, addresses, or details about development opportunities for contractors and trades. The document focuses on financial reporting and accounting standards. This document is a financial statement for Alachua County, Florida, as of September 30, 2025. It details the county's financial position, including fund balances, cash and investments, long-term obligations, and capital asset activity. It does not contain information about specific construction projects, contractors, or zoning changes. The document outlines various funds and their balances, such as 'Wild Space Public Places Referendum' with $56,866,545 and 'Capital Improvement Revenue Bond Projects' with $7,505,731. It also details investment holdings and policies, including various money market funds and bonds. Long-term debt is listed, including notes payable for various capital improvement and refunding projects, with amounts ranging from $372,000 for the 2017 Public Improvement Revenue Note to $85,500,000 for the 2025 Public Improvement Revenue Note. The document also includes information on property tax collection and a calendar of events related to tax assessments and sales. There is no information regarding specific development projects, applications, or decisions on such matters. This document is a financial statement for Alachua County, Florida, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. It details various financial aspects including debt service, landfill post-closure care, employee benefits (pension and other postemployment benefits), risk management, and indirect costs. It also includes budget-to-actual comparisons for several funds. There are no specific construction projects or development proposals detailed in this excerpt that would be directly actionable for contractors. The document primarily focuses on financial reporting and accounting for existing operations and obligations. This document is a financial report for Alachua County, Florida, detailing budgets, actual revenues, expenditures, and fund balances for various county funds, including the General Fund and its sub-funds (Board of County Commissioners, Clerk of Court, Property Appraiser, Sheriff, Supervisor of Elections, Tax Collector). It also outlines descriptions of non-major governmental funds such as Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Funds, and funds managed by the Clerk of the Circuit Court and Sheriff. The report includes financial data for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, and historical data for pension and OPEB liabilities and contributions. There are no specific development projects, zoning changes, or contractor opportunities detailed in this financial report. This document is a financial report for Alachua County, Florida, detailing budgetary comparisons and financial statements for various governmental funds, including Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Funds, and Capital Project Funds, as of September 30, 2025. It lists numerous debt issues and capital improvement notes, but does not provide specific project details, locations, or development opportunities for contractors. The document focuses on financial data such as assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenditures for different funds like 'Drug Uses', 'Housing Assistance', 'Clerk of Court', 'Refuse Collection', and others. No specific construction projects, addresses, or development applications are detailed. This document is a financial report detailing the budget and actual revenues, expenditures, and changes in fund balances for various funds of Alachua County, Florida, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. It includes information on Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Funds, and Capital Project Funds. The data presented is financial in nature and does not contain specific project details, addresses, zoning changes, applicant names, or public comments related to development or construction projects. This document is a financial report for Alachua County, Florida, detailing internal service funds, fiduciary funds, and component units for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. It includes statements of net position, revenues, expenses, and changes in net position, as well as statements of cash flows. The report does not contain specific project information for contractors, such as addresses, project types, or development plans. It focuses on financial data and fund management. [201 East University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601] This document is an Annual Financial Report for Alachua County, Florida, for the fiscal year 2024-2025. It details various financial aspects of the county, including fund balances, changes in fund balances, revenues, expenditures, assessed property values, tax rates, outstanding debt, pledged-revenue coverage, demographic and economic statistics, principal employers, full-time equivalent county government employees, operating indicators, and capital asset statistics. There are no specific project details, development applications, or public comments related to construction projects mentioned in this financial report. This document is the Alachua County Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. It details the financial status of various governmental, proprietary, and fiduciary funds, including balance sheets, revenues, and expenditures. The report includes auditor's opinions on the financial statements, internal controls, and compliance with federal and state programs. It also contains a management letter and a schedule of expenditures of federal awards. No specific development projects, zoning changes, or public comments related to construction or development are mentioned. The document focuses on the financial health and auditing of the county's operations. This document is a Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards and State Financial Assistance for Alachua County, Florida, for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025. It details various grants and programs, including their funding sources, contract numbers, expenditures, and subrecipient information. It does not contain information on specific development projects, zoning changes, or public comments related to construction or trade work. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00477] Alachua County is proposing to renew its contract with the Regional Transit Service (RTS) for Fiscal Year 27. The proposed changes include an increase in weekday service and the elimination of weekend service for Route 43. Funding for programs 5310 and 5311 will be handled in a separate contract. The Board of County Commissioners is recommended to direct staff to draft a contract for FY27 with the City of Gainesville/RTS. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00471] Gainesville Thrives is presenting its Early Literacy Initiatives and Community Impact to the Alachua County Commission. The organization focuses on encouraging parents of pre-kindergarten children to read to their children to improve kindergarten readiness. They utilize the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program, mailing age-appropriate books to children monthly. The presentation includes information on their current operations, outreach efforts, and a proposal for expansion countywide, which would require additional funding. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00447] The Florida Workforce Housing Council (FWHC) is presenting its Housing Finance Program. The FWHC is a governmental entity created to increase the supply of high-quality workforce housing for individuals and families making 80% to 120% of the area median income (AMI). The program finances or refinances projects through tax-exempt debt, with recourse solely to the property. Projects must comply with program guidelines, including rent covenants that restrict rents to affordable levels for workforce individuals and families. The program administrator is Plenary Americas USA Ltd. or a designated affiliate. Alachua County is an initial Council Member. [South side of Newberry and northwest of Archer, with road frontage on County Road 337 / SW 282nd Street; case File #: 26-00487] Alachua County is exercising an option to purchase the 635.46-acre Watermelon Pond – Whitehurst Tract from Whitehurst Cattle Co. for $5,242,545. The property is located in southwest Alachua County, with road frontage on County Road 337. The acquisition is part of the Alachua County Forever program and aligns with the County Comprehensive Plan's Land Conservation Program. The property is currently zoned Agriculture and has existing natural communities including sandhill, wet prairie, and xeric hammock. There are no buildings on site. Due diligence, including a boundary survey and Phase I environmental assessment, will be conducted after the option is exercised. The County Manager will have authority to decide whether to close the acquisition based on title exceptions. The property is adjacent to the Watermelon Pond ACF Project Area and within the Santa Fe River Basin Management Action Plan area. The acquisition is funded by the WSPP Surtax Fund. [02659-001-000 and 02659-000-000] Alachua County is acquiring approximately 635.46 acres from Whitehurst Cattle Co. for $5,242,545. The acquisition is part of the Watermelon Pond Preserve expansion. The property is zoned Agriculture (A) with a Rural/Agriculture land use. The total requested expenditure authority, including a 10% contingency, is $5,855,639. Management costs are estimated at $13,336 annually, with initial improvements costing $170,045. [17243-000-000, 17242-000-000 and 17248-000-000; case 26-00494] Alachua County is acquiring 19.37 acres known as the Eagle Shores Tract from Eagle Shores Investments, Inc. for $190,000. This acquisition is part of the Alachua County Forever program and will be incorporated into the Lake Alto Preserve. The property has a Future Land Use of Residential Medium Density and City Center zoning within the City of Waldo. The total requested expenditure authority, including a 10% contingency, is $246,519. Management costs are estimated at $2,638 annually, with initial improvements costing $62,200. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case Z26-00431] Alachua County is proposing amendments to the Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) and Administrative Code related to Access Management. The amendments aim to clarify standards for connecting to County Roads within municipalities and align with best practices. The changes involve moving code language regarding external site access management into the Administrative Code from the ULDC. This is intended to ensure safe and code-compliant access to county roads for all developments, regardless of jurisdiction, requiring developments not meeting rural or family homestead subdivision standards to connect to roads constructed to county standards. There is no fiscal impact anticipated. This document details proposed amendments to Alachua County's Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) and Administrative Code, focusing on access management and street network standards. The amendments aim to clarify requirements for connections to the County road system, including driveways, public/private roads, sidewalks, and bikeways. Key changes involve updating references to technical documents, requiring pedestrian analysis for access on County-maintained roadways, and clarifying access permit expiration. The staff recommends approval of these amendments, finding them consistent with the Alachua County Comprehensive Plan and not more burdensome than existing codes. The document outlines specific design and construction standards for various connection types (Class I, II, III, IV), including pavement thickness, base and subgrade requirements, drainage systems, and traffic control devices. It also details requirements for street network design, lot layouts, and the dedication of future rights-of-way. The amendments are intended to ensure safe, efficient, and functional streets, support orderly development, and provide access for all users. No fiscal impact on housing costs or county taxpayers is anticipated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-14
Type:
Agenda
Decision:
Acceptance of property donation and exercise of option
Address:
12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida
Applicant:
Rodney Stubina, Terri Thomas, Chuck Parker, Fred Posner, Roston Bartlett
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This document is an agenda for the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners meeting on July 14, 2026. It outlines various items for discussion and action, including approvals of financial reports, budget amendments, land conservation projects, and public hearings for assessment rates. Several items involve the acceptance of donated property, the approval of plats for development phases, and the ranking of proposals for services such as disaster logistics and solar panel installation. There are no specific construction projects or zoning changes detailed for direct contractor pursuit in this agenda. Public comment periods are scheduled, and instructions for participation are provided.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-14
Type:
Agenda
Address:
12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida 32601
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Agenda Cover Page (PDF)

[105 SW 3rd St, Gainesville] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners Meeting Agenda for July 14, 2026. The agenda includes various items such as proclamations, board and committee appointments, annual reports, public hearings on amendments to the Unified Land Development Code, budget amendments, and resolutions for fire services, solid waste, stormwater, and special assessment districts. It also covers land conservation projects, grant agreements, and requests for property donations and easements. The meeting will include public comment periods and closing comments.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-14
Type:
Agenda
Address:
105 SW 3rd St, Gainesville
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Agenda (PDF)

This document is the Alachua County Procurement Code, detailing the rules and procedures for how the county procures supplies, services, and construction. It outlines purposes, definitions, organizational structure, methods of source selection (including competitive sealed bidding, proposals, and negotiations), contract administration, and specific provisions for infrastructure, facilities, and construction services. It also lists exemptions from standard procurement processes and defines various contract types and project delivery methods. The code emphasizes good faith, fair and equitable treatment, and maximizing the purchasing value of public funds. It establishes categories for purchasing thresholds and details signature authority for various contract values and types. The document does not contain information about specific projects, addresses, or development proposals. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00216] Alachua County is seeking approval for its State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) for fiscal years 2026-2029. This plan outlines local housing strategies for affordable housing using SHIP funds. Key changes from the previous plan include modifications to inheritance policies, updated age requirements for mobile/manufactured homes, revised priority for previous SHIP recipients, increased maximum award amounts for Purchase Assistance and Owner Occupied Rehabilitation, and adjustments to Demolition/Reconstruction and Disaster Assistance award limits. The plan also consolidates loan terms for Home Repair and modifies forgiveness terms. The Board is recommended to authorize the Chair to approve the LHAP, supporting resolution, and certification form for submission to the State. The plan will be effective from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029. [case SHIP LHAP Template 2016-001] Alachua County's Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) for fiscal years 2026-2029 outlines strategies and incentives to address housing needs for very low, low, and moderate-income households. Key strategies include Purchase Assistance with and without Rehab (up to $60,000 for very low income), Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation (up to $60,000 for very low income), Demolition/Reconstruction (up to $400,000), Disaster Assistance (up to $30,000 grant), Emergency Repair (up to $25,000), Foreclosure Prevention (up to $10,000 grant), Rental Assistance (up to $15,000 grant), and Rental Development/Rehabilitation (up to $460,000, with $10,000 per unit standard). The plan encourages partnerships and leverages public and private funds. Incentives for affordable housing include expedited permitting (within six business days), modification of impact fees (previously provided, now not pursued), reservation of infrastructure capacity, allowance for accessory dwelling units, reduction in parking and setback requirements, flexible lot configurations, modification of street requirements, development of an inventory of county-owned lands for affordable housing, increased number of attached units, waiver of development review application fees for non-profits, and a 50% reduction in building permit fees for owner-occupied properties valued under $50,000. Green building and energy-saving products are encouraged. Public input was solicited through meetings and newspaper advertisements. [case 26-00379] Alachua County is approving a Second Amendment to its agreement with Neighborhood Housing and Development Corporation (NHDC) for home repairs using State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) funds. The amendment extends the contract term through December 31, 2026, and increases the funding to $630,000.00. This project aims to provide critical home repairs for approximately 13 very low-income households outside of Gainesville city limits. [case 26-00380] Alachua County is approving a Second Amendment to its agreement with Rebuilding Together North Central Florida, Inc. for home repairs using State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) funds. The amendment extends the contract term through December 31, 2026, and increases the funding to $630,000.00. This project aims to provide critical home repairs for approximately 18 households (10 very low income, 8 low income) outside of Gainesville city limits. [case 26-00381] Alachua County is approving a Second Amendment to its agreement with Alachua Habitat for Humanity, Inc. for home repairs using State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) funds. The amendment extends the contract term through December 31, 2026, and increases the funding to $630,000.00. This project aims to provide critical home repairs to an estimated 10 eligible, owner-occupied, very low and low-income households outside of Gainesville city limits. [case 26-00424] Alachua County is approving an amendment to its agreement with Lutheran Services of Florida (LSF) to correct wording and formatting, and to delegate authority to the County Manager to sign future amendments and documents related to Community Support Services programs and contracts with LSF Health Systems, provided they do not require additional county funds. Certain changes are retroactive to July 1, 2025, and July 25, 2025. LSF manages funding for behavioral health services in Circuits 3 and 8, supporting Alachua County's Crisis Center Mobile Response Teams, 988 Crisis Line, Mobile Integrated Healthcare team, and partially funding the Metamorphosis substance abuse treatment program. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00426] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners is seeking to approve the State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2026-2027 allocation of $1,026,173 for the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program. This funding is intended to provide assistance to very low, low, and moderate-income families for home purchase, repair, or replacement. The county has an adopted Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) with approved SHIP strategies. The agenda date for this item is June 23, 2026. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00289] Alachua County is considering a request from Acrosstown Repertory Theatre to reallocate a $3,000 FY 26 Art Tag Grant. The original award was for a fall musical production, but due to unmet logo and out-of-county marketing requirements, the theatre requests to transfer the funds to their upcoming ART Youth Production (ARTy), scheduled for August 1-16, 2026. The Alachua County Arts Council unanimously recommended approval of this reallocation. A condition for the grant is that 25% of the funding must be spent on out-of-county marketing. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00442] Alachua County, the City of Gainesville, and the Alachua County Sheriff are amending their Interlocal Agreement for a Combined Communications Center. The amendment addresses requirements from a Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) audit, mandating enhanced security for all devices connected to the CAD system, including up-to-date operating systems, security updates, and antivirus software, and requiring VPN connections. The original agreement was effective December 27, 2023. [case 26-00408] Alachua County and the City of Newberry are entering into a Tree Sponsorship Interlocal Agreement (#14968). Under this agreement, Alachua County will purchase and plant trees as part of its Tree Planting Program, and the City of Newberry will be responsible for the long-term maintenance of these trees. This initiative is part of the county's broader effort to expand its tree canopy and community support for tree planting, building on previous agreements with other municipalities and the school board. The agreement was executed by the City of Newberry Commission on May 4, 2026. [case 26-00394] Alachua County is awarding a contract to Scherer Construction of North Florida, LLC, for the Pinesville Park Improvements project (also known as St. Peter Park). The total fiscal impact is $1,255,558.10, which includes a base bid, alternate #1, and a contingency. The project involves new passive recreation areas, paved parking, water and electric utility service, demolition, sitework, grading, drainage, stormwater management, paving, sport court construction, pavilion installation, well drilling, solar lighting, and landscaping. Six vendors responded to the bid, with one deemed non-responsible. The project budget is being increased by $364,445 from surtax funds for a total construction cost of $1,680,145.00. This document contains a large volume of coded text that does not appear to represent a standard civic record with discernible project details, addresses, or decisions. It is not possible to extract specific information about development projects, contractors, or business opportunities from the provided text. This document contains no actionable civic record information for contractors. It consists solely of page numbers and what appear to be internal document navigation codes or references, lacking any project specifics, addresses, applicant names, case numbers, decisions, or dates. This document is a multi-page excerpt from a public civic record, primarily containing dense, coded numerical data that appears to represent location, project details, or case information. It does not contain narrative descriptions of specific development projects, zoning changes, applicant names, public comments, or decisions. The document's format suggests it is an index, agenda, or database output rather than a descriptive record of individual civic actions. This document contains a large volume of coded data that does not appear to represent a specific civic record with actionable information for contractors. The data consists of sequences of numbers and slashes, potentially representing internal document formatting, page numbers, or other non-project specific information. There are no discernible project details such as addresses, sizes, zoning changes, applicant names, case numbers, decisions, or dates. Public comment or stakeholder sentiment is not present. This document is part of a larger agenda and contains no specific project details for contractors. It appears to be a table of contents or index with page numbers and internal document references, rather than a record of specific development proposals, applications, or decisions. This document is a meeting agenda for a planning commission or similar body. It lists multiple public hearing items related to development proposals. Specific details for each item, such as addresses, project sizes, zoning changes, applicant names, case numbers, decisions, and key dates, are not provided in the excerpt. Public comment sentiment is also not stated. This document is a meeting agenda for a planning commission or similar body. It lists numerous items, primarily zoning changes, conditional use permits, and subdivision approvals. The specific details for each item (address, size, applicant, case number, decision, dates, public comment) are not provided in the text, which consists of a long string of numbers and 'i255' separators. Therefore, no specific development projects can be summarized. This document appears to be a collection of page numbers and internal references, not a civic record with actionable development information. It lacks specific addresses, project details, applicant names, case numbers, decisions, or dates. Therefore, no specific business opportunities for contractors can be identified. This document is part 15 of 22 of a larger record and contains a significant amount of encoded data that is not directly interpretable as civic record information. It does not contain specific project details such as addresses, sizes, zoning changes, applicant names, case numbers, decisions, or key dates. Therefore, no business opportunity can be identified from this specific text. [County Road 1471 from US 301 to Bradford County Line; case Bid 26-586-LC, Agreement #15003, Project Nos. 924-7912 & 924-7913] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved an agreement with Watson Construction Company LLC for the major rehabilitation of County Road 1471. The project spans approximately 5.7 miles from US 301 to the Bradford County Line. Work includes milling and replacing asphalt, widening a 0.1-mile segment by 4 feet on the east side between US 301 and NE CR 1469, and upgrading unimproved driveways and side street tie-ins. The project is divided into two phases: Phase 1 from US 301 to NE 143rd Avenue, and Phase 2 from NE 143rd Avenue to the Bradford County line. The bid, released February 25, 2026, received five vendor responses. The total fiscal impact is $4,407,583.52, comprising a base bid of $4,197,698.59 and a contingency of $209,884.93. The agreement requires Watson Construction Company LLC to pay Alachua County minimum wage of $18.50/hour with benefits or $20.50/hour without, and to provide performance and payment bonds. Substantial completion is targeted within 150 working days of the Notice to Proceed, with final completion within 30 working days thereafter. Liquidated damages are set at $2,650.00 per working day for substantial completion delays and $1,325.00 per working day for final completion delays. [case Agreement #15003] This document is an agreement between Alachua County and Watson Construction Company, LLC for the major rehabilitation of C.R. 1471, specifically from US 301 to the Bradford County Line. The agreement outlines terms related to performance and payment bonds, notices, release of claims, governing order of documents, indemnification, public records, insurance, severability, amendment, independent contractor status, choice of law, complete agreement, non-waiver, successors and assigns, no third-party beneficiaries, modifications, termination for default or convenience, and various other contractual obligations and certifications. It details the responsibilities of both the County and the Contractor regarding the project's execution, including submittals, site conditions, tests, inspections, and changes to the work. The agreement specifies that Watson Construction Company, LLC is responsible for the work and must comply with all applicable laws and regulations. The document also includes provisions for electronic signatures and the use of the E-Verify system. [C.R. 1471 from US 301 to Bradford County Line; case Agreement #15003] This document outlines the contractual terms and conditions for Agreement #15003 between Alachua County and Watson Construction Company, LLC, for the Major Rehabilitation of C.R. 1471 from US 301 to the Bradford County Line. It details procedures for change orders, contract price adjustments, extensions of contract time, handling of neglected or defective work, progress payments, final payment, and cleanup requirements. It also includes exhibits for payment and performance bonds, a closeout checklist, contractor's final payment affidavit, waiver of right to claim against payment bond, insurance requirements, bid schedule, wage ordinance certification, no coercion affidavit, and foreign countries of concern affidavit. The project involves milling existing asphalt pavement and replacing it, widening a specific segment of the road, and upgrading unimproved driveways and side street tie-ins. [County Road 1471 from US 301 to Bradford County Line; case ITB 26-586-LC] Alachua County has awarded Invitation to Bid (ITB) 26-586-LC for the major rehabilitation of County Road 1471. The project spans approximately 5.7 miles from US 301 to the Bradford County line. The work includes milling existing asphalt pavement to a depth of 2.0 inches and replacing it with new 2.0-inch asphalt. Existing lane widths will be maintained, except for a 0.1-mile segment between US 301 and NE CR 1469, which will be widened by 4 feet on the east side. Unimproved driveways and side street tie-ins will also be upgraded. The project is divided into two phases: Phase 1 from US 301 to NE 143rd Avenue, and Phase 2 from NE 143rd Avenue to the Bradford County line. Watson Construction Company LLC was recommended for award as the most responsible and responsive bidder. The recommended contract amount is $4,197,698.59, with a 5% contingency of $209,884.93, for a total contract price of $4,407,583.52. Five vendors submitted bids: AMERICAN CIVIL CONSTRUCTION INC, Anderson Columbia Co., Inc., Preferred Materials, Inc., V.E. Whitehurst & Sons, Inc., and Watson Construction Company LLC. [County Road 1471 from US 301 to Bradford County Line; case ITB 26-586-LC] This document contains bid information and contract details for the "County Road 1471 Major Rehabilitation from US 301 to Bradford County Line" project, identified by ITB No. ITB 26-586-LC. It details various phases of work including widening, roadway improvements, and bridge replacement. Several contractors submitted bids, with Watson Construction Company LLC having the lowest total bid of $4,197,698.59. The document also includes addenda, notices, and questions/answers related to the project specifications. Additionally, it references a separate "Single Source and Agreement with Kraus Associates Inc. d/b/a/ AK Associates (15050) for Guardian 911 Systems Equipment Support, Sales and Maintenance for Fire Rescue" for $407,649.64, approved on June 23, 2026. [County Administration Building, Gainesville, FL 32601; case SS-ITA 26-604-PM] Alachua County, Florida, is issuing a Notice of Intent for a Single Source purchase of maintenance, purchasing, and support services for the Solacom suite of products, including the Guardian emergency 911 telephone system, Guardian Messenger, Managed Services, Cybersecurity services, and the Guardian Map system. The county intends to contract with Kraus Associates dba AK ASSOCIATES. The justification is that all Guardian products are an integrated suite, and only AK Associates can ensure compatibility, system integrity, and continuity of operations. Previous attempts with third-party solutions were unsuccessful. This is not a formal solicitation, and responses are for determining whether competitive procurement is needed. The response deadline is May 20, 2026. [22712 W Newberry Road, Newberry, FL 32669; case 26-00400] This document summarizes the Alachua County Rural Concerns Advisory Committee (RCAC) meeting minutes from March 17, 2026. The primary discussion revolved around Alachua County's Agricultural Land Protection Strategy, including revisions to property evaluation, easement deed language for residential building envelopes, and stewardship of county-owned properties. Public commenters David Tuthill and Rebecca Fox, owners of River and Root Farm, expressed interest in the committee's work. The committee also discussed adding a homesite as an automatic right on every easement deed, with a request to continue this discussion to a future meeting. The RCAC unanimously approved draft bylaw revisions and the minutes from the February 17, 2026 meeting. Updates were provided on committee attendance, upcoming presentations, and a county food hub pilot project with Frog Song Farms. A vacancy on the RCAC was noted as being advertised.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-06-23
Type:
Agenda
Decision:
Recommended for approval
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12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida
Applicant:
Alachua County
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[105 SW 3rd St, Gainesville, Florida 32601 (SW Parking Garage)] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners meeting agenda for June 23, 2026. The agenda includes several items relevant to contractors and trades, such as infrastructure improvements, park upgrades, and public works projects. Key items include the award of an agreement for Pinesville Park Improvements and a major rehabilitation project for County Road 1471. There are also items related to housing assistance programs and environmental protection.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-06-23
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Agenda
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105 SW 3rd St, Gainesville, Florida 32601 (SW Parking Garage)
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Alachua County Board of County Commissioners approved several items on June 23, 2026. Key actions included adopting an ordinance to amend the Alachua County Procurement Code, with a specific change to the definition of 'Headquarters' to require a bonafide principal office not just a PO Box. The board also approved an award and agreement with Scherer Construction of North Florida, LLC for Pinesville Park Improvements (aka St. Peter Park) totaling $1,255,558.10, and an award and agreement with Watson Construction Company LLC for County Road 1471 Major Rehabilitation from US 301 to Bradford County Line, totaling $4,407,583.52. The board also directed staff to evaluate eligibility for the State Government Justice Centers Counties Aligning Health and Safety (CAHS) initiative. Several housing assistance programs and amendments were approved, along with a reallocation of an Art Tag Grant for the Acrosstown Repertory Theatre's ART Youth Production (ARTy).

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-06-23
Type:
Minutes
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Approved
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[12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00305] Proclamation recognizing June 15th through June 21st as Men's Health Week in Alachua County, Florida. The proclamation highlights the importance of preventive health screenings, early detection, and healthy lifestyles for men, addressing higher rates of chronic disease and shorter life expectancy compared to women. It also acknowledges the 'Deaths of Despair' epidemic and the need to raise awareness of mental health issues among men and boys. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00339] Proclamation recognizing June 21st through June 28th as Amateur Radio Week in Alachua County, Florida. The proclamation acknowledges the historical role of amateur radio in global communications, its provision of community service and emergency response support, and the valuable partnership with Alachua County Emergency Management and Fire Rescue during emergencies like hurricane season. [12 Southeast 1st Street, Gainesville, FL; case 26-00192] CSS Clinical Programs received a three-year reaccreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) for its Outpatient Treatment: Substance Use Disorders/Addictions (Adults) and Residential Treatment: Substance Use Disorders/Addictions (Adults) programs. This accreditation is valid through December 31, 2028. The reaccreditation process involves a continuous quality improvement process based on internationally recognized standards. [case 26-00178] The Rural Concerns Advisory Committee (RCAC) presented its Annual Workplan and Accomplishments Report for FY2025-2026 and FY2024-2025, respectively. The committee's responsibilities include establishing the importance of rural areas, assisting in policy development, representing rural interests, and advising the Board on rural resident needs. Their recent focus areas include Rural Health and Service Delivery (County Broadband Initiative), Rural Economic Development (Food Hub Feasibility Study, Farmers Market Study), and Rural Policy Concerns (Agricultural Land Protection Strategy, Unified Land Development Code amendments, Rural Law Enforcement Issues, Comprehensive Plan Evaluation). The committee held 9 meetings/workshops and submitted opinions to the Board on land development code amendments and general concerns regarding the Wildflowers Music Festival. [Along the west side of US Highway 41 (State Road 45) from SW 170th Street in Archer to SW 30th Avenue in Newberry; case 26-00409] Approval of a Resolution to allow the extension of sanitary sewer lines outside the Urban Cluster for the City of Archer and City of Newberry Wastewater System Interconnection Project. The project involves Newberry constructing a new regional wastewater treatment facility (scheduled for construction June 2026, completion December 2029, $75 million cost) that will provide capacity for Archer. Archer will construct an 8-inch force main, approximately 42,500 linear feet, along the west side of US Highway 41 (State Road 45) from SW 170th Street in Archer to SW 30th Avenue in Newberry. This extension is necessary to address potential long-term negative impacts on County water resources due to Archer's existing septic systems and to enhance the safe, effective, and efficient delivery of centralized sanitary sewer services within existing developed areas of Archer and Newberry. Archer has funding for the force main and pumping station ($5.8 million estimated cost) that must be expended by October 1, 2026. [case 26-00382] Request to advertise for County-initiated amendments to the Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) for Traditional Neighborhood and Transit Oriented Developments. The amendments aim to simplify and improve the existing code, which was established in 2010 and 2011. Changes include updates to phasing requirements, minor change allowances in Chapter 402, Article XIX, and improvements in flexibility in design standards outlined in Chapter 407, Article VII. Stakeholder input was gathered through workshops on October 31, 2024, and March 30, 2026. Previous board actions in April 2024 and January 2025 directed staff on specific areas to focus on, such as phasing, minor changes, form over amount of non-residential use, landscape setbacks, stormwater basins, residential glazing, civic space, drive-through uses, and block construction. [case 26-00391] Request to advertise amendments to the Unified Land Development Code and Administrative Code related to Access Management. The proposed amendments are county-initiated and aim to improve land use and infrastructure planning. The advertisement will be published on the County's 'Public Notices' page. [case 26-00430] Authorization for staff to advertise for the procurement of transportation and disposal services for solid waste managed by Alachua County. Current tonnage was estimated at 208,812 for 2025 and 211,318 for 2026. Annual costs for the existing NRSW contract were $6,230,000 for FY25 and $6,255,000 for FY26. [case Z26-000002] Adoption of a Large-Scale Land Use Amendment from Rural/Agriculture to UF Golf Institutional. The proposed amendment is for land use designation changes. [case Z26-000004] A request to rezone from Agriculture (A) district to a non-residential Planned Development (PD) district. Staff recommends approval of the requested zoning change. [case 26-00398] Approval of minutes from previous Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) meetings. [case 26-00413] Request to add one full-time equivalent (FTE) Chief of Staff position for the County Manager’s Office. The position will be funded 100% through the General Fund, with salary range of $89,404.43 - $141,723.09. [case 26-00403] Approve and authorize issuance of Change Order 1 to Purchase Order 26-1478 with SHI for Microsoft Enterprise Licenses for Information & Telcom Services. The change order covers Year 2 FY 2026 costs of $686,688.13 and Year 3 FY 2027 costs of $788,309.71. The expenditure is covered by the Information Service Department budget, with $149,988 transferred from a capital account. The authorization also includes future Change Orders for license volume adjustments not exceeding $100,000.00 cumulatively per year. [case 26-00387] Examination and approval of Public Official Bonds for County Officers. [case 26-00388] Approval of health insurance premium changes for FY27, resulting in an overall cost increase of 4% to the County. The employer cost share will be maintained at 90% for employee-only coverage and 80% for employee plus one and family coverage on the 5770 plan, and reciprocity on the 5781 plan. No action is needed for dental plan changes. This document outlines regulations for Traditional Neighborhood Developments (TNDs) and Transit Oriented Developments (TODs), detailing where and how these developments can be located, their permissible uses, density and intensity standards, and design requirements. It specifies zoning designations, land use designations, and proximity to transit corridors. For TNDs, residential densities range from 4-10 dwelling units per acre outside the village center, up to 8 dwelling units per acre in non-residential designations, and higher within village centers and transit supportive areas. Non-residential development requires a base of 10,000 sq ft plus 50-250 sq ft per dwelling unit, with options for additional non-residential square footage. For TODs, residential densities are higher, with minimums of 10 dwelling units per acre in village centers and 7 in transit supportive areas, and maximums up to 24 (or 48 in urban service areas). Non-residential development in TODs also requires a base of 10,000 sq ft plus 100-500 sq ft per dwelling unit. The document details dimensional standards for village centers and transit supportive areas, including build-to lines, height restrictions, and building footprint maximums. It also specifies requirements for block perimeters, building orientation, parking (including screening and location), and roadway/transit network design. Updates are proposed to streamline phasing requirements, allow minor changes to approved plans, and modify mix of use requirements, such as reducing the minimum percentage of non-residential square footage in village centers and eliminating minimum retail commercial requirements. Specific design standards for liner buildings and screening of off-street parking are also detailed. Public comment or stakeholder sentiment is not stated in this document. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00391] This document details proposed amendments to Alachua County's Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) and Administrative Code concerning Access Management. The primary goal is to clarify standards for connecting to County roads, ensuring consistency with best practices and reinforcing the County's authority over such connections, regardless of property location within municipalities. The amendments aim to move existing code language into the Administrative Code for better enforcement and clarity. Key changes include defining connection classifications (Class I-IV), requiring permits for all new or modified connections to the County road system, and specifying detailed information required for permit applications and development plans. The document outlines construction standards for driveways, roads, pavement thickness, base and subgrade requirements, and drainage systems, referencing FDOT standards and the Florida Greenbook. It also addresses street network standards, external connectivity, lot and street layout, and dedication of future rights-of-way. The proposed amendments are intended to enhance safety, efficiency, and functionality of the transportation network. The document also includes provisions for affordable housing density bonuses and non-residential square footage substitutions in Traditional Neighborhood Developments (TNDs) and Transit-Oriented Developments (TODs). This document details proposed updates to Alachua County's Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) and Administrative Code concerning transportation access management. Key changes include moving external site access management from the ULDC to the Administrative Code, updating technical references, and clarifying language on access management, traffic impact analysis, and pedestrian analysis. Specific amendments clarify requirements for developments accessed via paved roads, refine connection permit processes, and update definitions for connection classifications (Class I, II, III, IV). The updates also enhance requirements for bicycle and pedestrian facilities as a condition of access on County-maintained roadways. The document also references an Interlocal Agreement for Solid Waste Disposal Services between Alachua County and the New River Solid Waste Association, detailing terms and rates for waste disposal. [5115 NE 63rd Avenue, Gainesville, Florida] This document is an Interlocal Agreement for Solid Waste Disposal Services between Alachua County and the New River Solid Waste Association. It details the terms of service, including waste acceptance, disposal rates, operational hours, and financial obligations. The agreement is set to expire on December 31, 2028, and Alachua County has expressed interest in renewing it for an additional five-year term. The document also includes a rate study with projected tonnage and tipping fees for various member counties from 2025 to 2033, and detailed operational cost estimates for the New River Solid Waste Association. [East side of SW 122nd Street (Parker Road) south of Myra Terwilliger Elementary School; case Z26-000002] Alachua County is considering a large-scale land use amendment for approximately 580 acres, identified as Parcel 04492-001-001, from Rural/Agriculture to UF Golf Institutional. This change is part of the Hickory Sink Special Area Study. The proposed uses include a golf course, clubhouses, research and office uses, maintenance facilities, supporting sporting and athletic uses, environmental and educational programs, and up to 30 accessory temporary lodging units. The project is expected to involve extension of municipal water and sewer services outside the urban cluster line, with the applicant assuming all costs. Water use for irrigation will be managed through a water budget, prioritizing reclaimed water and on-site stormwater capture, with potable water and existing wells as emergency supplemental sources. The decision date is June 9, 2026. [East of S.W. 122nd Street/Parker Road; case Z26-000002] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners adopted a Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Ordinance 2026-____) on June 9, 2026, approving a large-scale land use change for approximately 580 acres. The property, identified by Parcel #04492-001-001, will transition from Rural/Agriculture to a new 'UF Golf Institutional' land use designation. This amendment implements the Hickory Sink Special Area Study (SAS) Phase 1, which allows for the development of a championship golf course, clubhouses, accessory retail, research and office uses, maintenance facilities, supporting sporting and athletic uses, environmental and educational programs, and up to 30 cottage lodging units. The project is located east of S.W. 122nd Street/Parker Road, south of Oakmont, and west of Haile Plantation. The decision was approved by the Board of County Commissioners after review and recommendation from the Planning Commission and no comments from state agencies. The amendment became effective 31 days after state notification. The Division of Historical Resources noted four archaeological sites within the amendment area but found them not to be significant, recommending sensitivity to potential impacts in future development plans. [East side of SW 122nd Street (Parker Road) south of Myra Terwilliger Elementary School; case Z26-000002 (land use amendment), Z26-000004 (rezoning)] Alachua County is considering a large-scale land use amendment and rezoning for approximately 580 acres. The proposed change is from Rural/Agriculture to UF Golf Institutional land use, and rezoning from Agriculture (A) district to Planned Development (PD) district. The project is located on Parcel #04492-001-001, east of SW 122nd Street (Parker Road), south of Myra Terwilliger Elementary School. The applicant is the University of Florida Foundation, Inc., with England-Thims and Miller, Inc. (Lindsay Haga, agent) as the agent. The project is part of the Hickory Sink Special Area Study. The proposed development includes a golf course, club facilities, collegiate team facilities, residential cottages (up to 30), and teaching areas. State agencies, including the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), St. Johns River Water Management District, and Suwannee River Water Management District, have reviewed the proposal and have no comments or anticipate no significant adverse impacts to transportation resources. The Alachua County Growth Management staff recommends approval of the rezoning, finding it consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and Unified Land Development Code. The Planning Commission also recommended approval. The project involves extensive environmental considerations, including the protection of Conservation Management Areas (CMAs), management of natural resources, and protocols for gopher tortoise burrows and listed species habitat. The decision date is not stated, but hearings are noted as PC Hearing Date: April 15, 2026, and BoCC Hearing Date: June 9, 2026. [East side of SW 122nd Street (Parker Road) south of Myra Terwilliger Elementary School; case Z26-000004] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners approved a rezoning request for approximately 580 acres. The property, located on the east side of SW 122nd Street (Parker Road) south of Myra Terwilliger Elementary School, was rezoned from 'A' (Agriculture) to 'PD' (Planned Development) with a UF Golf Institutional land use. The project, identified as Zoning Application Z26-000004, is for the University of Florida Foundation, Inc., with England-Thims and Miller, Inc. as the agent. The development will include a golf course, practice ranges, accessory uses like snack bars and clubhouses, educational facilities, up to 30 lodging cottages, and public/private trails. Conditions for approval include implementing Best Management Practices, conducting geophysical and subsurface investigations for stormwater ponds, designing golf cart paths to minimize wildlife impact, maintaining buffer areas with specific tree and shrub densities, and completing a traffic analysis for driveway connections. The rezoning is contingent upon a related Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Z26-000002) becoming effective. The project is expected to transition the land use from residential to more rural uses, with a Conservation Management Area serving as a buffer. [West of Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida; case Z26-000004] The University of Florida (UF) is proposing the UF Golf Phase 1 Planned Development (PD), a 580-acre campus-oriented institutional and recreational project west of Gainesville. The project includes a 36-hole championship golf course, up to 30 guest cottages, clubhouses, maintenance facilities, and community access uses. It also designates 118.55 acres as Conservation Management Areas (CMAs) for habitat and wildlife protection. The development aims to implement findings from the Hickory Sink Strategic Ecosystem Special Area Study and is consistent with Alachua County's Comprehensive Plan and Unified Land Development Code. The project will be developed in two phases, with final completion by 2042. The PD includes various Best Management Practices (BMPs) for stormwater management, nutrient management, water quality, landscaping, natural resources, karst protection, and conservation management areas. Public access to trail networks and pedestrian/bicycle paths is provided. [case SAS-01-22 (Hickory Sink Strategic Ecosystem Special Area Study)] This document details Best Management Plans (BMPs) for the UF Golf Institutional Phase 1 project, focusing on Conservation Management Areas (CMAs), Landscape Management, Nutrient Management & Water Quality Monitoring, and Stormwater Management. It outlines strict standards for vegetation, wildlife protection, erosion control, fencing, signage, and gopher tortoise protection within CMAs. The Landscape Management Plan emphasizes native and drought-tolerant planting, limits irrigation to specific areas, and prioritizes functional ecological performance. The Nutrient Management Plan focuses on science-based applications for healthy turf while protecting water quality, with specific nitrogen limits for different golf course features. The Water Quality Monitoring program will track surface and groundwater to ensure compliance with BMAP goals. The Stormwater Management Plan emphasizes Low Impact Development (LID) techniques like rain gardens and pervious pavements, with stringent pollutant load reduction targets for nitrogen and phosphorus. All plans are designed to meet Alachua County ULDC requirements and conditions from the Hickory Sink Strategic Ecosystem Special Area Study (SAS-01-22). [4341 SW 13th Street Gainesville, FL] The East Tumblin Creek and Forest Edge Housing Communities ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for April 21, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at Forest Edge, 4341 SW 13th Street, Gainesville, FL. This project will provide 60 housing units for vulnerable community members. The "What's Good Gainesville/Alachua Events Guide" won the Henry Award for tourism. [5872 SW 79th Way; case Z26-000002 (Comprehensive Plan Amendment); 26-00227 (Hickory Sink Special Area Study); 26-00284 (Chesnut Townhomes Subdivision)] This document is a compilation of minutes and agenda items from Alachua County Board of County Commissioners meetings. It details various administrative updates, proclamations, public comments, and specific project approvals. Key items include updates on wildfire status and burn bans, a proclamation for Landscape and Architecture Month, a motion to address child and family homelessness by convening stakeholders and reviewing facilities, and a motion to explore more equitable permit approval for fireworks. A significant portion details the Alachua County Living Spaces and Thriving Places initiative, focusing on affordable housing funded by a sales tax, including gap financing for multi-family rental housing and land acquisition models for homeownership. Facility management updates cover the Civil Courthouse, Energy Plant, Parking Garage, Fire Rescue HQ & EOC, East Tumblin Creek & Forest Edge affordable housing projects, a Tiny Home Project, Sunrise Residence Inn, Fire Station No. 25, Fire Training Facility, Land Conservation Complex, Rural Collection Center in Newberry, and Pharmacy Renovation. It also lists 58 active capital preservation projects totaling approximately $9 million. A major public hearing involved a Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Z26-000002) to change land use from Rural/Agriculture to UF Golf Institutional for approximately 580 acres east of Parker Road, owned by UF Foundation, Inc., for a golf course with related facilities. This amendment was recommended for transmission to Florida Commerce. Another quasi-judicial hearing approved the Preliminary Development Plan for Chesnut Townhomes Subdivision (26-00284), a 72-lot single-family attached subdivision at 5872 SW 79th Way on 10.04 acres, with Medium Density Residential Future Land Use and R-1b Zoning. The document also includes administrative items like a request for a Chief of Staff position and a change order for Microsoft Information & Telcom Services, along with consent items for various grants, settlements, and contracts. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 25-00019] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is renewing a three-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement for Information & Telcom Services. The renewal is for Agreement 5854775 and includes a purchase order to SHI International Corp. The total cost for the three-year term is $1,498,558.29, with $499,519.43 allocated for each fiscal year (FY2025, FY2026, FY2027). This agreement provides volume licensing benefits and is considered a standard industry practice for government entities utilizing Microsoft products for data processing and information exchange. The purchase is exempt from competitive bidding requirements.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-06-09
Type:
Agenda
Decision:
Approved (proclamation to be read and presented)
Address:
12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida
Applicant:
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners (CSS Clinical Programs)
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[105 SW 3rd St, Gainesville, Florida (S.W. Parking Garage)] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners meeting agenda for June 9, 2026. The agenda includes several action items, presentations, and public hearings. Key items for contractors include a wastewater system interconnection project, amendments to the Unified Land Development Code, solid waste management options, and a large-scale land use amendment. There is also a request for a new Chief of Staff position and procurement for Microsoft enterprise licenses. A quasi-judicial hearing is scheduled for a rezoning request.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-06-09
Type:
Agenda
Address:
105 SW 3rd St, Gainesville, Florida (S.W. Parking Garage)
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The Alachua County Board of County Commissioners met on June 9, 2026. Key decisions included approving the extension of sewer lines and amendments to the Unified Land Development Code. A rezoning request from Agriculture to non-residential Planned Development was approved. Public comment was heard regarding a SID agreement for the Town of Tioga, with a motion to revise the standard based on lot size or property value. A property tax reform impact presentation was given, estimating significant losses in ad valorem revenue. The meeting also included discussions on solid waste management options and health insurance premium changes.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-06-09
Type:
Minutes
Decision:
Approved (for Z26-000002 and Z26-000004), Approved (for sewer line extension and ULDC amendments), Deferred (Item 2a of Regular and Consent Agenda), Motion to revise standard based on lot size or property value (Public Comment on SID agreement)
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[12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners meeting agenda for May 26, 2026. The agenda includes various items such as proclamations, art selection for the Fire Headquarters and Emergency Operations Center, board appointments, public hearings on land use, and funding approvals for community services. Specific projects include the selection of art for the Fire Headquarters and Emergency Operations Center with a budget of $75,000, and the approval of funding for housing initiatives including $1.5 million for Sunrise Residence Inn construction and renovation and $2 million for Tiny Home Containers. Additionally, there is an item regarding the potential designation of Lakeshore Drive and SE 74th Street as a County Scenic Road, with staff recommending against it due to public opposition. A land acquisition project for Lake Forest Creek – Friedman Tract is also on the agenda with an approved budget of $258,685. Other items include a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment (Z26-000006) and a rezoning (Z26-000007) for Wahoo Springhills, and a preliminary development plan for Westside Christian School. Funding is also proposed for the Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center, Inc. for capital repairs and improvements up to $328,000. A land acquisition partnership project for Surface to Springs Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) v.2.0 is noted, with the county committing at least $7M for conservation easement acquisitions. The addition of Lake Santa Fe – Eagle Shores Investments LLC to the Alachua County Forever Active Acquisition List is also proposed. A RAISE Grant Agreement for the SW 20th Avenue Complete Corridor Project is on the agenda, with a project cost of $1.4 million funded by the federal grant. Intersection improvements at SW 24th Avenue & SW 122nd Street are also being addressed with a change order to Watson Construction Company, LLC for $99,671.40. A property owner interest poll for improvements to a portion of NE 225th St. and NE 69th Ave. is proposed, with potential funding from the Gas Tax Fund. An interlocal agreement for a bike path from SW 170th Street to US 41 in Archer is also listed. [case 26-00338] Presentation of a proclamation recognizing May as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in Alachua County, Florida. The proclamation acknowledges the contributions, cultures, and legacy of AANHPI communities and encourages residents to learn about and celebrate their heritage. [case 26-00316] Selection of art for the Fire Headquarters and Emergency Operations Center. The Board is to select art from three presented options, with a purchase order authorized for $75,000 for commission and installation. Payment/performance bond requirements are waived as the project is under the $200,000 threshold. The budget for art is through the Art in Public Places program. [case 26-00320] Appointments to the Alachua County Health Care Advisory Board. The recommended action is to appoint individuals to various positions including Doctor or Nurse Provider, Alternate Position, Dental or Oral health services provider, Pharmacist or pharmacy provider representative, and representative of low-income, or Medicaid eligible position. Specific individuals recommended include Leilani Doty, Varsha Chaudhari, and Patricia Vargas-Newton. [Lakeshore Drive and SE 74th Street; case 26-00358] Update on Public Input on Lakeshore Drive and SE 74th Street Potential Scenic Road Designation. Staff recommends that the Board not move forward with the process for designation due to public opposition and concerns. [case 26-00341] Presentation of the 2026 Legislative Update for Growth Management. No cost is associated with this item, but any changes resulting from staff direction will be evaluated individually. [Lake Forest Creek – Friedman Tract; case 26-00368] Lake Forest Creek – Friedman Tract Option Contract to Purchase Real Property. The agenda item is to approve and authorize the Chair to exercise the option contract to purchase the real property, subject to due diligence inspections and notice of title and environmental defects. Authority is delegated to the County Manager to decide on accepting or rejecting title exceptions and closing the acquisition. The approved budget for this acquisition is $258,685. [Wahoo Springhills; case Z26-000006] Z26-000006 Wahoo Springhills Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment. Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the amendment with the bases listed in the staff report. [Wahoo Springhills; case Z26-000007] Z26-000007 Wahoo Springhills Rezoning. Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the rezoning with the bases listed in the staff report. There is no fiscal impact at this time. [case 26-00356] Preliminary Development Plan for Westside Christian School. The recommendation is to approve, with conditions, the Preliminary Development Plan and Resolution DR-26-11, based on a finding of consistency with the Alachua County Comprehensive Plan and the Alachua County Unified Land Development Code. [case 26-00133] Proposed uses of funds within the Housing and Strategic Development Program. Recommendations include Housing Trust funding of $300,000 for Community Resource Centers, $1.5 million for Sunrise Residence Inn Construction and Renovation, and $50,000 for Partners in Housing Initiative. Infrastructure Sales Tax funding of $2 million is proposed for the Construction of Tiny Home Containers. Additionally, up to $150,000 from the Housing Trust Fund is proposed for the UF Levin College of Law Heirs’ Property Clinic. [case 26-00366] Lutheran Services of Florida Amendment 104 Change in Funding for Mobile Response. The amendment increases the MRT Program Fund by $4,056. The recommended action is to approve the LSF agreement amendment, resolution, and budget amendment. [case 26-00373] First Amendment to Funding Agreement with PEAK Literacy, Inc. NO. 14839. The recommended action is to approve and authorize the Chair to sign the amendment. The fiscal note indicates $237,500 budgeted. [case 2025-CA-1528] Authorization to settle civil case of Trixie L. Farr vs. Alachua County #2025-CA-1528. The recommended action is to approve the settlement for $175,000, to be paid from the Self Insurance Fund. [case 14588] Perpetual Loan of Lion Sculpture to the Matheson Museum. The recommended action is to approve the First Amendment to Agreement between Alachua County and the Matheson History Museum, Inc. for the Loan of Historic Lion Statue – Contract No. 14588, authorizing the perpetual loan. [case 26-00374] Infrastructure Surtax Citizen Oversight Board Appointment – Incorporated Cities – Not Gainesville. The recommended action is to appoint Leza Mueller to the alternate member vacancy for a term ending 09/30/2027. [case 26-00324] Library District Board of Trustees Appointment. The recommended action is to nominate all applicants to the Alachua County Library Board of Trustees for final selection of one member with a term ending Mar. 31, 2029. [Alachua County Ag and Equestrian Center, County-Owned “Weseman” Tract on Waldo Road; case 26-00263] Restrictive Covenants Related to Fairground Uses at Alachua County Ag and Equestrian Center and Related to Right of First Refusal on County-Owned “Weseman” Tract on Waldo Road. The recommended action is to approve the chair signature on three documents related to covenants and restrictions on County-owned property. [case 26-00390] Conditional Approval of the TDT Grant to the Cotton Club Museum for Capital Repairs and Improvements. The grant is not to exceed $328,000 from Tourism reserves. The recommended action includes legislative and factual determinations and approval of the grant contingent upon execution of a grant agreement. The purpose is to repair, remodel, and improve the museum to promote tourism. [Alachua County; case 26-00367] Land Acquisition Partnership Projects – Surface to Springs Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) v.2.0. The County will spend at least $7M for less-than-fee conservation easement acquisitions from 2027 to 2032, which can be applied as match to RCPP funding. Easement acquisition will utilize Wild Spaces and Public Places local government infrastructure surtax funds. Any expenditures for specific property acquisitions will be brought before the Board for approval. [Lake Santa Fe; case 26-00369] Addition of Land Conservation Projects to the Alachua County Forever Active Acquisition List - Environmentally Significant Lands Category. The property is Lake Santa Fe – Eagle Shores Investments LLC. The estimated county cost for due diligence and 10-year stewardship is $135,130. Purchase and maintenance would be funded from the Wild Spaces Public Places surtax. [SW 20th Avenue; case 26-00349] RAISE Grant Agreement for SW 20th Avenue Complete Corridor Project. The cost of this project is $1.4 million, with all funding coming from the Federal RAISE grant. A resolution for unanticipated revenue with a budget amendment will be done on a future agenda. The recommended action is to execute the grant agreement. [case 26-00353] Regional Transit System Advisory Board- County Appointment. The recommended action is to appoint Erica Townes to Position #2 for a 3-year term ending 3/29/2029. [case 26-00359] Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board- County Appointment. The recommended action is to appoint Lillian Baker to the County Appointee #1 vacant position with a term ending 8/31/2027. [case 26-00340] FY 2026 Revision to Non-Bargaining Pay Plan. This includes a reclassification of an existing vacant position to Animal Volunteer Specialist, resulting in an hourly rate increase from $19.3150 to $20.1100. It also includes a reclassification of an existing Sr. Office Assistant position to Foster Specialist, resulting in an hourly rate increase from $19.5746 to $21.5321. [case 26-00372] Request for one additional 1.00 full-time equivalent (FTE) Executive Staff Assistant position for the County Commission Office. This position will be funded 100% through the General Fund. [case 26-00318] Second Amendment to Agreement 14341 between Alachua County and the Florida Department of Health for the payment of invoices for approved Ryan White vendors. The amount is not to exceed $277,976.00. The recommended action is to approve and authorize the Chair to execute the amendment. [SW 24th Avenue & SW 122nd Street; case 26-00352] Change Order 1 to the Agreement with Watson Construction Company, LLC (14799), for Bid 25-556-LC Intersection Improvements at SW 24th Avenue & SW 122nd Street for Public Works. The change order is in the amount of $99,671.40. The total project budget will be $1,849,339. The recommended action is to approve the issuance of the Change Order and a budget amendment. [NE 225th St. and NE 69th Ave.; case 26-00361] Property Owner Interest Poll for improvements to a portion of NE 225th St. and NE 69th Ave. This is the first step in the special assessment district process. Preliminary costs are covered by the application fee. If approved, construction and financing costs would be identified, with the Gas Tax Fund being the most likely source. [SW 170th Street to US 41 in Archer; case 26-00350] Bike Path from SW 170th Street to US 41 in Archer Interlocal Agreement. The project is currently budgeted only for the design phase ($5,853). There is no construction agreement with FDOT or the County yet, and the expected timeframe for a construction agreement is around 10/1/2026. The recommended action is to adopt a resolution approving and authorizing the Chair to execute the Interlocal Agreement with the City of Archer. [Lakeshore Drive and SE 74th Street; case 26-00358] Alachua County staff recommended against designating portions of Lakeshore Drive and SE 74th Street as a County Scenic Road due to significant public opposition. Initially, there was support for the designation, with 31 letters received in favor. However, after further public outreach, including a neighborhood workshop attended by 25 residents, the consensus shifted to opposition. Key concerns included restrictions on private property, perceived lack of benefit, and the potential to worsen existing community issues like traffic and crime. The proposed designation would have created a protected area within 100 feet of the right-of-way, potentially restricting tree removal and new structures. [Lakeshore Drive & SE 74th Street] Alachua County is considering a potential Scenic Road Designation for Lakeshore Drive & SE 74th Street. A neighborhood workshop was held on 02/09/2026 to gather public input. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00341] Alachua County held an Agenda Item on 5/26/2026 to discuss the 2026 Legislative Update for Growth Management. The purpose was to present state legislative items impacting county growth management regulations and procedures. The recommended action was to hear the presentation. Several bills were discussed, including those related to private school facilities, manufactured housing, housing compatibility, development and building fees, building permits and inspections, affordable housing, local housing assistance plans, registry of consultants, agricultural enclaves, data centers, and vertiports. No costs are associated with this item. This document details legislative changes in Florida concerning economic development, large load tariffs for public electric utilities, data center permitting, and agricultural enclaves. It establishes new definitions and requirements for large load customers, including those in data centers, and outlines a process for certifying and developing agricultural enclaves. It also addresses building permits and inspections, including provisions for offsite-constructed dwellings and state term contracts for inspection services. This document outlines changes to Florida Statutes related to building permits and inspections. Key provisions include the statewide adoption of uniform commercial and residential building permit applications by July 1, 2027. It also details exemptions for certain work valued under $7,500 from requiring a building permit, with specific exclusions for flood hazard areas and certain types of work (electrical, plumbing, structural, mechanical, gas). Temporary residential hurricane and flood protection walls/barriers installed by licensed contractors are also exempt under specific conditions. The document further addresses the use of private providers for plans review and inspections, outlining fee reductions for local governments when private providers are utilized, and establishing procedures for their registration and oversight. It clarifies that local governments cannot require contracts or cost breakdowns for permit issuance and sets standards for signage visibility and glazing on commercial properties. The statute also defines terms related to building code inspection services and the roles of private providers and local building officials. This document outlines legislative changes related to development permits and preapplication consulting services in Florida. Key provisions include requirements for counties and municipalities (with populations of 75,000 and 10,000 or more, respectively) to establish preapplication consultation programs by January 1, 2027. These programs will involve reviewing applications for completeness and providing guidance. Local governments may use qualified contractors or contractor firms for these services and must maintain a registry of such entities. The legislation also sets timeframes for permit application review and approval, with provisions for automatic approval if deadlines are missed. It addresses conflicts of interest for contractors and specifies conditions under which certain properties (e.g., historic sites) are exempt from these requirements. The act also amends statutes related to building permit application review timelines and the use of private providers for building code inspection services, including insurance requirements and audit procedures. [case CS/CS/CS/HB 927] This document is a legislative bill (CS/CS/CS/HB 927) concerning development permits and plats. It details fee refund conditions for municipalities failing to meet processing timelines for development permit applications. It also outlines requirements for written notification of completeness or deficiencies, and specifies conditions under which municipalities must approve, approve with conditions, or deny applications within set timeframes. The bill clarifies that 'development permit' and 'development order' do not include building permits. It also states that municipalities cannot require state or federal agency permits as a condition for local permits unless the state/federal agency has already denied their permit. Additionally, it addresses administrative approval of plats and replats, allowing the use of a registry to expedite processes and limiting local governments from creating inconsistent procedures. It also introduces provisions for expedited approval of residential building permits before a final plat is recorded, allowing for the issuance of a percentage of building permits based on planned homes, and outlines conditions and rights related to the use of qualified contractors for technical review and certification. The bill also includes provisions for financial assurances for infrastructure and defines terms related to development permits and plats. The effective date of this act is July 1, 2026. [case CS/CS/CS/HB 1093] This document is a legislative bill (CS/CS/CS/HB 1093) concerning vertiports. It amends Florida Statutes to revise the definition of 'qualifying project' to include vertiports and charging systems. It also revises the definition of 'airport infrastructure' to include vertiport pads, safety zones, and charging systems. The bill authorizes the Department of Transportation to fund public vertiport projects, specifying that the department may fund up to 100 percent of project costs when federal funds are unavailable, and up to 80 percent of the nonfederal share when federal funds are available. The effective date of this act is July 1, 2026. [case CS/CS/HB 1389] This document is a legislative bill (CS/CS/HB 1389), also known as the 'Live Local Act,' concerning affordable housing. It requires counties and municipalities to authorize multifamily and mixed-use residential uses in areas zoned for commercial, industrial, or mixed use, and on certain other properties, provided specific affordability criteria are met. The bill prohibits restricting building height through other dimensional means and sets limits on required setbacks or stepbacks. It revises definitions for 'commercial use' and 'industrial use.' The act also includes provisions for the assemblage of parcels for development and specifies exceptions to its applicability. It provides for retroactive applicability to January 1, 2024, for certain clarifying amendments and allows applicants to notify or submit revised applications by July 1, 2026, to account for the act's changes. The bill also amends provisions related to affordable housing property exemptions and authorizes local governments to provide density bonus incentives for donations of property for affordable housing for military families. The effective date is not explicitly stated for the entire act, but some provisions have specific dates or are retroactive. [north of SE Hawthorne Road, west of SE 43rd Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00368] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners is seeking to approve and exercise an option contract to purchase the 20.24-acre Lake Forest Creek – Friedman property. The property is located north of SE Hawthorne Road and west of SE 43rd Street in Gainesville, Florida. The acquisition is part of the Alachua County Forever program, aimed at preserving environmentally significant lands. The purchase price is based on $9,850.00 per surveyed acre. Due diligence, including a boundary survey and Phase I environmental assessment, will be conducted after the option is exercised. The County Manager will have authority to approve or reject title exceptions and decide on closing. The property contains natural communities including upland hardwood forest, former sandhill, and dome swamp, with no existing buildings. There are noted title exceptions including an easement for the City of Gainesville and a lack of direct road frontage, though access is provided through an adjacent county parcel. The Board previously placed the property on the Active Acquisition List in January 2024 and adopted a resolution in June 2022 for acquiring environmentally significant lands. The acquisition is funded through the WSPP Surtax Fund with $258,685 budgeted. [Unassigned location; 16127-003-002, Gainesville, FL 32641] Alachua County exercised its option to purchase 20.24 acres of land from Theodore C. Friedman and Deborah E. Sanders, as successor co-trustees of the Paul Friedman Employees Pension Trust. The property is identified by Alachua County Property Appraiser Parcel ID 16127-003-002. The property is zoned Mixed Use Medium Density Residential with a Future Land Use designation of Mixed Use Residential Medium Density (4-8 du/ac). The property is located within the Eastside Activity Center and has an Eastside Master Plan. The County's acquisition is part of the Lake Forest Creek ACF Project Area and aims to protect natural communities including upland hardwood forest, former sandhill, and dome swamp, as well as contribute to the Eastside Greenway Strategic Ecosystem. The contract includes provisions for termination, assignment, escrow, and governing law (State of Florida, venue in Alachua County). The County Manager may extend dates upon request from the Sellers. The contract also includes affidavits regarding no coercion for labor or services and no ownership by foreign countries of concern. Public comment sentiment is not stated in this document. [16127-003-002] Alachua County is considering the acquisition of approximately 20.24 acres of land from Theodore C. Friedman and Deborah E. Sanders, Successor Co-Trustees of the Paul Friedman Employee Pension Trust. The property, identified by parcel number 16127-003-002, is currently zoned Mixed Use Medium Density Residential (Eastside Activity Center) / Mixed Use Residential Medium Density (4-8). The total estimated expenditure authority requested for the acquisition, including due diligence and a 10% contingency, is $258,685. The purchase price for the land is estimated at $199,364. The acquisition is part of the Lake Forest Creek ACF Project Area and is located within the Eastside Greenway Strategic Ecosystem. Public access will be restricted initially, with potential for future expansion if a larger corridor is realized. The County Manager will have the authority to decide on closing subject to title exceptions #5 and #6. The proposed closing date is August 2026. [3500 NW 97th Blvd.; case Z26-000006] Alachua County is considering a small-scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment (File #: 26-00226, Agenda Date: 5/26/2026) to change the future land use designation from Tourist/Entertainment to Commercial for a 1.36-acre parcel located at 3500 NW 97th Blvd. (Tax Parcel Number: 06233-002-002). The owner is Thirty-Ninth Avenue Limited Partnership, and the agent is eda consultants, inc. This amendment is associated with a rezoning request (Z26-000007) to change the zoning from BH to BR. Staff recommends approval of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment. The property was previously a restaurant and is located within the Springhills Activity Center. Public facilities and services are considered adequate to serve future commercial development. [3833 NW 97th Blvd; case Z26-000006 (Comprehensive Plan Amendment) and Z26-000007 (Rezoning)] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners approved a change to the Future Land Use Map designation for Tax Parcel 06233-002-002, approximately 1.36 acres located at 3833 NW 97th Blvd. The designation changed from Tourist/Entertainment to Commercial. Concurrently, the property was rezoned from BH (highway oriented business services) to BR (retail sales and services). The property was previously a restaurant and is located within the Springhills Activity Center. The rezoning is intended to facilitate future utilization of the vacant building for commercial purposes. No public comment is stated in the provided documents. [3833 NW 97th Blvd.; case Z26-000007] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners approved Zoning Application Z26-000007 to rezone approximately 1.36 acres at 3833 NW 97th Blvd. from the BH Commercial Zoning District to the BR Commercial Zoning District. This rezoning aligns with the Commercial Future Land Use designation and the Springhills activity center plan. The property owner is Thirty-Ninth Avenue Limited Partnership, with eda, inc. as the agent. The rezoning is effective when the companion Comprehensive Plan Amendment Z26-000006 becomes effective. [Parker Road (SW 122nd Street), south of SW 24th Avenue; case File #: 26-00356] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners is considering a Preliminary Development Plan (PDP) for Westside Christian School, proposing 65,300 SF of institutional uses for a private school on approximately 9.7 acres at an existing church. The project also requests centralized potable water and sanitary sewer extension beyond the Urban Cluster Line. The property has an Institutional Future Land Use designation and is in the Agriculture Zoning District. The PDP is for up to 750 students, faculty, and staff. The site will continue to operate as a church on nights and weekends, with renovations to existing buildings and infrastructure, plus additional buildings, expanded stormwater management, parking, septic systems, and potable water connection to GRU. The school is permitted as a limited use. The PDP application was submitted on January 5, 2026. [3200 SW 122nd Street, Gainesville, FL] This record pertains to an Onsite Sewage Disposal System (OSDS) application for Parker Road Baptist Church, located at 3200 SW 122nd Street, Gainesville, FL. The application involves the installation of a new septic system, including a tank and drainfield, to serve a multi-use hall and Sunday school addition. The project is associated with North Florida General Contracting, Inc. The Alachua County Health Department is processing the application, requiring various site plans, floor plans, and system specifications. The document also includes a separate application for Westside Christian School at the same address, proposing a private school for up to 744 students and requesting extension of water and sewer services beyond the Urban Cluster Line. This school project is designated as 'Institutional' with an 'A' Agriculture future land use designation and is considered 'Over Threshold' for development review. [3200 SW 122nd St, Gainesville, FL 32608; case 25-0260] Project involves the development of a new school on approximately 10 acres, combining two parcels. The site is currently partially developed with an existing church and proposed for a future school. Environmental assessments identified existing church and disturbed land FLUCFCS codes, with no wetlands or significant geologic features. Eleven potentially occupied gopher tortoise burrows were documented, requiring review for protective measures or relocation permits. The closest bald eagle nest is approximately 4.0 miles away, and the closest wading bird rookery is approximately 4.4 miles away, both outside recommended buffer zones. The project is seeking a potable water connection from Gainesville Regional Utility's system. [3200 SW 122nd St, Gainesville, FL 32608; case PN: 25-0260] This document details a Preliminary Development Plan (PDP) application for Westside Christian School, formerly the Faith Baptist Church, located at 3200 SW 122nd St, Gainesville, FL. The project involves renovating existing facilities and adding new classrooms, an office, a gymnasium, a student drop-off loop, expanded parking, and additional septic systems. The site will continue to operate as a church on nights and weekends. The primary intent is to connect to Gainesville Regional Utility (GRU) potable water outside the Urban Cluster. The property is currently zoned Agricultural (A) and has a Future Land Use of Institutional. A neighborhood workshop was held on December 17, 2025, with three public attendees. Concerns raised included the possibility of connecting Parker Place to GRU water, the sewer connection, the water main connection point, potential water service interruptions, and traffic impact on Parker Road. The application is tentatively scheduled for Board of County Commissioners review on March 16, 2026. [3200 SW 122nd Street; case DR26-000003] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners approved a Preliminary Development Plan (PDP) for Westside Christian School. The project involves constructing a private school with 65,300 square feet of institutional uses on approximately 9.7 acres, expanding an existing church. The plan also includes a request to extend centralized potable water and sanitary sewer services beyond the Urban Cluster. The existing site has a church and accessory buildings served by well and septic systems. The proposed development includes a sports field and expansion of existing stormwater facilities, with an additional stormwater basin proposed. The applicant, NV5, Inc., is acting as agent for Westside Baptist Church of Gainesville Florida, Inc. The decision was approved with conditions. Public comment is not detailed in this portion of the record. [case FL020] Amendment 103 to Contract FL020 between Lutheran Services Florida, Inc. d/b/a LSF Health Systems and Alachua County Board of County Commissioners, effective March 1, 2026, modifies contract language, decreases funding, updates service rates, and revises exhibits. The total contract amount is not to exceed $10,794,624.00. Exhibit H (Funding Detail) and Exhibit L (Covered Service Rates) are replaced with versions revised March 1, 2026. Appendix A is also replaced with a revised version. [case FL020] This document details covered service rates for mental health and substance abuse programs for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026, provided by LSF Health Systems to the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners. It outlines specific rates for various services such as assessments, case management, crisis stabilization, and residential care. An amendment (Amendment #104) effective April 1, 2026, increases the contract total dollar amount to $10,798,680.00. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00373] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners approved an amendment to a funding agreement with PEAK Literacy, Inc. The amendment increases the total funding to PEAK Literacy, Inc. by $37,500, bringing the total not to exceed amount to $237,500. The original agreement was for literacy improvement programs. The amendment also incorporates statutory language regarding certifications and termination for violation, and updates the public records provision. [US HWY 301N, east of Waldo; case 26-00369] Alachua County is seeking to acquire approximately 19.16 acres of land for conservation purposes. The property, owned by Eagle Shores Investments Inc., is located in northeastern Alachua County on US HWY 301N, east of Waldo. It is adjacent to the Lake Alto Preserve and within the Florida Wildlife Corridor Boundary. The acquisition is intended to provide public access to the preserve and expand upland acreage. The estimated cost for due diligence and 10-year stewardship is $135,130, with acquisition funded by the Wild Spaces Public Places surtax. The Land Conservation Board placed the property in the Priority Pool on April 23, 2026. [SW 20th Avenue from SW 61st Street to SW 62nd Boulevard; case 26-00349] Alachua County is entering into a grant agreement with the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration for the 'Paths to Opportunity – SW 20th Avenue Complete Corridor Project'. This project will fund the planning and design of Complete Streets improvements along SW 20th Avenue from SW 61st Street to SW 62nd Boulevard, a distance of 0.56 miles. The design will include separated bikeways, sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, transit amenities, landscape features, stormwater treatment, and potential future transit lanes. The total grant amount is $1.4 million, funded entirely by the Federal RAISE grant. The project is designated as 'Planning' and is in an 'Urban' area, with a 'Historically Disadvantaged Community/Area of Persistent Poverty Designation'. [Alachua County; case 26-00367] Alachua County is supporting Alachua Conservation Trust's (ACT) application for a USDA Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) grant, 'Surface to Springs RCPP v.2.0'. If awarded, the county will commit up to $7 million in Alachua County Forever (ACF) expenditures as matching funds for land acquisition of conservation easements to protect non-industrial farmland and wetlands within Alachua County. The grant period is from 2027 to 2032. The county's commitment is subject to Wild Spaces and Public Places surtax funds. Any specific property acquisition will require separate Board approval. [SW 20th Avenue from SW 6th Street to SW 62nd Boulevard] Alachua County received a $1,400,000 RAISE grant for the "Paths to Opportunity – SW 20th Avenue Complete Corridor Project." The project aims to fund the planning and design of Complete Streets improvements along SW 20th Avenue from SW 6th Street to SW 62nd Boulevard. Improvements include separated bikeways, sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, transit amenities, landscaping, placemaking features, stormwater treatment, and additional vehicle lanes that could be converted to dedicated transit lanes. The project is intended to address deficiencies in the SW 20th Avenue corridor, including the existing bridge which lacks safe facilities for pedestrians and cyclists and contributes to motor vehicle congestion. The grant funding is expected to be obligated by September 30, 2028, and expended by September 30, 2033. [case 26-00353] Alachua County is seeking to appoint Erica Townes to Position #2 on the Regional Transit System Advisory Board for a 3-year term ending March 29, 2029. Townes's application indicates she is a former workforce career counselor and aims to contribute the voice of peer commuters, citizens with disabilities, and those with fixed incomes and limited resources, as well as Alachua County public school parents who benefit from RTS bus routes. [case 26-00359] Alachua County is seeking to appoint Lillian Baker to the Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board (BPAB) as County Appointee #1, with a term ending August 31, 2027. Baker has experience in the automotive industry and as a mathematician, and aims to bring safety and infrastructure issues for bicyclists and pedestrians to the GACTPO. She cited a personal experience of witnessing a bicyclist fatality in 2019 as motivation. [case 26-00340] Alachua County is requesting approval for Fiscal Year 2026 revisions to the Non-Bargaining Pay Plan, which includes reclassifying two existing Senior Office Assistant positions. The 'Animal Volunteer Specialist' position will be reclassified from Pay Grade NBR 5 to NBR 8, with an hourly rate increase from $19.3150 to $20.1100. The 'Foster Specialist' position, currently held by Skye A. Barkley, will also be reclassified from Pay Grade NBR 5 to NBR 8, with an hourly rate increase from $19.5746 to $21.5321. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00372] Alachua County is requesting approval to add one full-time equivalent (FTE) Executive Staff Assistant position to the County Commission Office to assist with administrative duties for the Commissioners. This position will be funded 100% through the General Fund. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00318] Alachua County (AC) and the Florida Department of Health (DOH) are seeking approval for the Second Amendment to Agreement 14341. This amendment facilitates the payment of invoices for approved Ryan White vendors serving eligible clients of the DOH in Area 3/13. The DOH will reimburse AC for facilitation and timely payment of invoices processed through June 30, 2027. The total amount for this amendment is not to exceed $277,976.00. The Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program provides HIV/AIDS care to individuals with insufficient health coverage.

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Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-05-26
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Agenda
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Read and present proclamation
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12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida
Applicant:
Westside Christian School
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Alachua County Board of County Commissioners Meeting Agenda for May 26, 2026. The agenda includes various items such as proclamations, board appointments, land conservation projects, public hearings, and procurement items. Key items include the selection of art for the Fire Headquarters and Emergency Operations Center, approval of a contract to purchase real property for Lake Forest Creek, and a legislative update for growth management. There are also items related to zoning and comprehensive plan amendments for Wahoo Springhills. The meeting will also address the settlement of a civil case and various county manager office items, including a perpetual loan of a lion sculpture and appointments to advisory boards. A conditional approval of a TDT Grant to the Cotton Club Museum for capital repairs and improvements is also on the agenda, along with land acquisition partnership projects and additions to the Alachua County Forever Active Acquisition List. Growth management items include a RAISE Grant Agreement and appointments to advisory boards. Human resources items involve revisions to the non-bargaining pay plan and the addition of executive staff assistant positions. Procurement items include amendments to agreements for Ryan White vendors and intersection improvements. Public Works items include a property owner interest poll and an interlocal agreement for a bike path. The agenda concludes with notations for record and a notice of upcoming meetings.

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2026-05-26
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Alachua County Board of County Commissioners Minutes for May 26, 2026. Key decisions include approval of proclamations, art selection for Fire Headquarters, appointments to various boards, land conservation projects, and zoning/rezoning matters. Several items were deferred or pulled for further discussion.

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Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-05-26
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[12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners meeting agenda for May 12, 2026. The agenda includes proclamations for Latoya Gainey Day, National Public Works Week, Peace Officers Memorial Day and National Police Week, and Emergency Medical Services Week. It also includes appointments to the Land Conservation Board, an update on Broadband Deployment Assistance, a discussion on amendments to the Weseman/EcoLoop Planned Development, and various action items related to procurement, public works, and budget amendments. Several items are for informational purposes or approval of minutes and agreements. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00330] Presentation of a proclamation recognizing May 12th, 2026, as Latoya Gainey Day in Alachua County, Florida. Latoya Gainey was an Executive Manager for Alachua County who passed away on April 9, 2026, after over 21 years of service. The proclamation honors her dedication, professionalism, integrity, compassion, and ability to anticipate needs and solve problems. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00306] Presentation of a proclamation recognizing May 1st through May 23rd as National Public Works Week in Alachua County, Florida. The proclamation highlights the vital role of public works professionals in building, maintaining, and improving infrastructure and services essential to public health and quality of life. It also notes the 66th annual National Public Works Week and its theme, 'Rooted in Service, Powered by Community.' [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00348] Presentation of a proclamation recognizing May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day and May 10th through May 16th as National Police Week in Alachua County, Florida. The proclamation honors the service and dedication of law enforcement officers, acknowledging the risks they face and the sacrifices made by those killed in the line of duty. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00362] Presentation of a proclamation recognizing May 17th through May 24th as Emergency Medical Services Week (EMS) in Alachua County, Florida. The proclamation acknowledges the vital role of EMS personnel in providing lifesaving care 24/7 and highlights their training and commitment to improving survival and recovery rates. [case 26-00248] Discussion of Neighborhood Workshop for Major Amendments to the Weseman/EcoLoop Planned Development. Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners hear the presentation and direct staff to submit an application for a Major Amendment to the Weseman/EcoLoop PD. [case 26-00357] Update on Broadband Deployment Assistance to Deliver Reliable Internet to Unserved and Underserved Areas in Alachua County. This is an update on a previously approved project. [case 26-00309] Public hearing to adopt a resolution and approve the FY26 Budget Amendment. The amendment includes $5,668,301 for the General Fund and $8,103,846 for All Other Funds, resulting in a total amended budget of $1,066,005,973 for FY26. [case 26-00325] Approval of the attached BOCC Minutes for Case Number 26-00325. [case 26-00322] First Amendment to Alachua County Housing Authority for Sunrise Residence Inn-NO.14364. Expenses for maintenance will come out of specific repair and maintenance accounts. [case 26-00321] First Amendment to Agreement with Alachua County Housing Authority for Forest Edge, NO. 14639. Expenses for maintenance will come out of specific repair and maintenance accounts. [case 26-00167] Town of LaCrosse Infrastructure Surtax Joint Project Application and Agreement for the Purchase of a Fire Engine Pumper. The Board of County Commissioners' match is $75,000, not exceeding the Town of LaCrosse's allocated $333,333.00 in joint Infrastructure partnership project funding. [case 26-00319] Letter of Support - Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Implementation Grant. The grant requires a 20% local match, proposed to be met using C.R. 234 TCIP projects: Pavement Management Plan Segment No. 649380 (estimated cost $2.53 million) and Segment No. 641860 (estimated cost $3.67 million). [Jonesville Park, Veterans Memorial Park; case 26-00335] Addendum Agreement with World Sports Turf & Marketing, LLC (15038) for Parks & Open Space. The contract amount is $591,756.40, covering FY26 field renovations at Jonesville Park ($452,501) and Veterans Memorial Park ($139,256.00). [case 26-00310] Amendments to Agreements 14085 with Boone Improvements, Inc. and 14099 with Blackham Contracting Group, LLC. Annual expenses are not to exceed $150,000.00. These agreements are for repairs and maintenance related to various stewardship projects. [NW 16th Avenue at NW 27 Terrace and NW 38th Drive; case 26-00307] Award and Agreement with Chris Torrence Electric & Utility (14357) for Bid 25-510-LC Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon for Midblock Crossings on NW 16th Avenue at NW 27 Terrace and NW 38th Drive for Public Works. The total fiscal impact is $584,900.40. [County Road (CR) 231 and NW 156th Avenue; case 26-00308] Award and Agreement with Chinchor Electric, Inc. (14893) for Bid 26-570-LC Intersection Collision Warning System at County Road (CR) 231 and NW 156th Avenue for Public Works. The contract amount is $267,639.64. [case 26-00282] Change Order 1 to Blanket Purchase Order 26-130 with Henry Schein, Inc., in the amount of $50,000.00 for Fire Rescue. The revised Blanket Purchase Order is $260,000.00. [case 26-00314] Second Amendment to Agreement with Monday.com LTS. (14179). Year 1 of the contract was $124,182, with an increase of $4,988.36 for Monday Vibe. [NE 53rd Avenue; case 26-00300] Acceptance of Perpetual Transportation Easement for NE 53rd Avenue Turn Lane. The building of the turn lane was included as part of the ongoing NE/NW 53rd Ave road project #9197907. [Newberry Lane and CR 235; case 26-00360] Interlocal Agreement with Newberry for Newberry Lane and CR 235 Roundabout. The estimated cost for the County's portion is $1,500,000, with funds transferred from the General fund as part of Budget Amendment #4. [case 26-00311] Arts Council Minutes – March 2, 2026. For informational purposes only, no action necessary. [North of the airport, in NE part of Alachua County; case 26-00248] Discussion of proposed major amendments to the Weseman/EcoLoop Planned Development (PD). The original PD was approved in 2010 and included plans for county fairgrounds and waste-related services. The fairgrounds have relocated, and market demand for waste services has not materialized. Proposed amendments aim to update the PD to reflect existing conditions by removing fairgrounds references, consolidating uses into one developable area, broadening allowable uses to include heavy industrial and governmental uses, and retaining the CMA. A neighborhood workshop was held on March 25, 2026, with attendees expressing concerns about impacts to Murphree wellfield, traffic, noise, pollution, and protection of natural resources. The next steps include submitting an application for a Major Amendment to the Weseman/EcoLoop PD. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida (LCB meeting location); case 26-00327] Presentation of the Alachua County Land Conservation Board (LCB) FY 2025 Annual Accomplishment Report and FY 2026 Workplan. The LCB recommends lands for conservation under the Alachua County Forever (ACF) program and advises on the stewardship of acquired lands. In FY2024-25, the LCB reviewed 17 property nominations, adding 11 to the Priority Pool, and 10 were added to the Active Acquisition List by the BoCC. Nine projects were acquired in FY24-25, totaling approximately 546 acres, including fee simple and conservation easements. The LCB also received stewardship overview reports and a presentation on the Lochloosa Slough Preserve 10-Year Management Plan. For FY2025-26, the LCB will continue to evaluate nominations for acquisition, hold monthly meetings, receive quarterly stewardship updates, and review land stewardship issues. [Alachua County; case 26-00228] Presentation of the Recreation and Open Space Committee (ROSCO) Annual Work Plan and Accomplishments report for October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025. ROSCO advises the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) on parks, recreation, and open space projects. In the past year, completed projects include improvements at West End Park (for World Masters event), Veterans Park (playground, parking lot, flagpole, landscaping), Poe Springs Restroom and dock, Lake Alto Park (parking lot renovation), installation of a lightning protection system at Cellon Oak, sinkhole remediation at Jonesville Park, and new restrooms and demolition of old restrooms at Santa Fe Lake Park. A new pavilion was constructed at Cuscowilla Nature & Retreat Center. Goals for the upcoming year include adding a restroom at Squirrel Ridge Park, reviewing the Capital Improvements Projects List, formalizing a youth advisory position, and developing Phase 1A and 1B of West End Park. Other planned projects include restroom replacement at Santa Fe Lake Park, development of a pocket park at Pinesville Park, construction of a new soccer stadium and pickleball courts at Jonesville Park, solar lighting upgrades at Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, and renovations at Monteocha Park. [Unserved and underserved areas in Alachua County; case 26-00357] Update on Broadband Deployment Assistance to Deliver Reliable Internet to Unserved and Underserved Areas in Alachua County Grant by Windstream Florida LLC (Kinetic). Windstream Florida LLC (Kinetic) was awarded four contracts to bring underground fiber internet to rural areas. The presentation will provide an update on project progress and status. [Alachua County; case 26-00309] FY26 Budget Amendment. The Board adopted the FY26 Budget on September 23, 2025, and has approved three previous amendments. This agenda item is for the fourth amendment. The total budget amendment is $-2,435,545, resulting in an amended FY26 budget of $1,066,005,973. [2105 SW 14th Street, Gainesville, Florida and 2120 SW 14th Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00322] This document details a First Amendment to an existing agreement between Alachua County and the Alachua County Housing Authority (ACHA) for property management services at the Sunrise Residence Inn. The amendment modifies responsibilities for repairs and maintenance, default and termination clauses, public records handling, and adds a section on contracting with foreign countries of concern. The original agreement, approved on October 22, 2024, covers properties at 2105 SW 14th Street and 2120 SW 14th Street in Gainesville, Florida, for use as permanent housing, permanent supportive housing, and rapid re-housing. The amendment is recommended for approval. Expenses for maintenance will be drawn from specific budget lines. [4341 SW 13th Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00321] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners approved a First Amendment to an agreement with Alachua County Housing Authority for property management of Forest Edge, located at 4341 SW 13th Street, Gainesville, Florida. The amendment modifies repair and maintenance responsibilities, default and termination clauses, public records section, and adds new sections regarding affidavits and foreign country contracting. The original agreement was approved on October 28, 2024. The amendment was approved on May 12, 2026. [20613 N SR 121; case 26-00167] The Town of LaCrosse, represented by Mayor Diane Dubberly, applied for and received approval for a Joint Infrastructure Surtax Grant Application and Agreement for the purchase of a fire engine pumper. The County will provide a $75,000 match to the Town's $333,333.00 allocation. The fire engine, a 2014 750 Gallon Rosenbauer Commander Pumper Truck, is intended for use by the Town of LaCrosse and to provide fire services to Alachua County Fire District 22 under contract. The application was approved on May 12, 2026, following a review by the surtax oversight committee which determined the fire pumper truck qualified as an 'infrastructure' expenditure. [20613 N SR 121] Town of LaCrosse is seeking to purchase a used 2014 Rosenbauer Commander Pumper fire engine for $149,000.00. The purchase is contingent upon passing a DOT inspection and buyer securing lender approval. The fire engine will be used to provide fire services to the Town of LaCrosse and Alachua County Fire District 22. The project is considered eligible for infrastructure surtax proceeds as a fire truck is defined as 'infrastructure' and a basic requirement for a fire station. The project has countywide significance due to the interlocal agreement for fire suppression services. [C.R. 234, from NE 7th Avenue to SE 16th Avenue, and C.R. 234, from the Alachua County boundary to I-75; case 26-00319] Alachua County is applying for a Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Implementation grant to address 'lane departure' crashes on County Road (C.R.) 234. The grant will fund safety enhancements including milling and resurfacing, widened paved shoulders, Safety Edge treatment, audible vibratory treatments, pavement markings, and advisory signage. The county plans to use existing Transportation Capital Improvement Program (TCIP) funding for roadway resurfacing and safety enhancements as a local match, estimated at $2.53 million for Segment No. 649380 and $3.67 million for Segment No. 641860. [Rotary Park at Jonesville (soccer fields 1 & 4) and Veterans Memorial Park (south soccer field); case 26-00335] Alachua County is approving an Addendum Agreement with World Sports Turf & Marketing, LLC (15038) for the renovation of soccer fields 1 & 4 at Rotary Park at Jonesville and the south soccer field at Veterans Memorial Park. The total amount for the renovation is $591,756.40. The work includes removal of existing turf, rototilling, adding topsoil, laser grading, reinstalling irrigation, resodding, fertilizing, and top dressing with sand. This purchase is exempt from competitive bidding as it utilizes terms from a Hillsborough County Agreement. [Land Conservation areas, including Sweetwater Preserve; case 26-00310] Alachua County is approving amendments to agreements with Boone Improvements, Inc. (14085) and Blackham Contracting Group, LLC (14099) for annual mowing and trimming services for land conservation. The Second Amendment to Agreement 14085 extends the term through September 30, 2028. The Third Amendment to Agreement 14099 extends the term through September 30, 2028, and increases the annual not-to-exceed amount to $150,000.00. GRSC, Inc. is not renewing its agreement. [case 14099] This document is a Third Amendment to an existing agreement between Alachua County and Blackham Contracting Group, LLC for Annual Mowing and Trimming for Conservation Land. The amendment adds new subsections regarding "Affidavit of No Coercion Pursuant to §787.06, Florida Statutes" and "Contracting with Entities of Foreign Countries of Concern Prohibited." It also replaces the "Typical Work Description Table" with an updated version. The agreement is effective upon execution by both parties. The updated work description table details various conservation land parcels, including specific roads, trails, and parking areas, with associated mowing intervals, time periods, and work summaries. Mileage and acreage are provided for each location. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 25-00591] Alachua County is amending an agreement with Blackham Contracting Group, LLC for annual mowing and trimming services for land conservation. The amendment increases services in the Sweetwater Preserve area and modifies the rate schedule. The total annual amount remains not to exceed $100,000.00. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 24-00713] Alachua County is executing first amendments to agreements with Boone Improvements, Inc. and Blackham Contracting Group, LLC. These amendments extend the term of their contracts for annual mowing and trimming for land conservation through September 30, 2026, with one additional two-year term. The annual expense limit remains not to exceed $100,000.00. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 24-00122] Alachua County is approving agreements for Bid 24-27 Annual Mowing and Trimming for Land Conservation with Boone Improvements Inc., GRSC Inc., and Blackham Contracting Group LLC. Each agreement has an annual not to exceed amount of $100,000.00. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 24-00044] Alachua County is awarding Bid 24-27 for Annual Mowing and Trimming for Land Conservation to Blackham Contracting Group, LLC, Boone Improvements, Inc., and GRSC, Inc. The expected annual expenses are approximately $60,000. [NW 16th Avenue at NW 27th Terrace and NW 38th Drive; case 26-00307] Alachua County is awarding an agreement to Chris Torrence Electric & Utility for Bid 25-510-LC, which involves installing Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons for midblock crossings on NW 16th Avenue at NW 27th Terrace and NW 38th Drive. The total fiscal impact is $584,900.40, including a base bid of $557,048.00 and $27,852.40 in contingency. [NW 16th Avenue at NW 27th Terrace & NW 38th Drive; case Agreement No. 14357] Agreement No. 14357 between Alachua County and Chris Torrence Electric & Utility, Inc. for the installation of a Midblock Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon. The project involves locations at NW 16th Avenue at NW 27th Terrace and NW 16th Avenue at NW 38th Drive. The contract specifies a substantial completion time of 60 working days and final completion within 30 working days from the delivery of the final list. Liquidated damages are set at $1,699.00 per working day for substantial completion delays and $849.50 per working day for final completion delays. The contractor is required to provide performance and payment bonds within ten business days of agreement signing. The agreement also details public records requirements, indemnification, and termination clauses. [NW 16th Avenue at NW 27th Terrace & NW 38th Drive; case Agreement No. 14357] This document details the technical specifications and contractual requirements for Agreement No. 14357, involving Chris Torrence Electric & Utility, Inc. for the installation of Midblock Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons at two locations: NW 16th Avenue at NW 27th Terrace and NW 16th Avenue at NW 38th Drive. The document outlines procedures for changes in contract work and price, change of contract time, warranty and guarantees, progress payments, final payment, cleaning up, and the county's right to stop or suspend work. It also specifies technical requirements for various construction elements including traffic control, erosion control, clearing and grubbing, excavation, embankment, rock base, asphalt mixtures, and maintenance of traffic. Key specifications include adherence to FDOT standards, material submittals, utility adjustments, insurance requirements, and contractor responsibilities for work and damage. Payment terms and conditions, including waivers of lien and prompt payment to subcontractors, are also detailed. The project involves two distinct locations requiring concurrent work. [NW 16th Avenue at NW 27th Terrace & NW 38th Drive; case Agreement No. 14357] This document details technical specifications for asphalt paving, concrete, and landscaping, including material requirements, testing procedures, and construction methods. It references Agreement No. 14357 for a Midblock Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon on NW 16th Avenue at NW 27th Terrace & NW 38th Drive, involving Chris Torrence Electric & Utility, Inc. The document outlines specific requirements for asphalt mix design, compaction, weather limitations, tack coat application rates, and joint construction. It also details specifications for Portland Cement Concrete Class I, including material sourcing, mix design criteria, and quality control. Landscaping requirements cover plant material standards, installation, establishment periods, and maintenance. Additionally, it specifies requirements for vehicle detection systems, pedestrian detectors, and the removal of existing traffic signal equipment. [NW 16th Avenue at NW 27th Terrace & NW 38th Drive; case 14357] Agreement No. 14357 involves the installation of a Midblock Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon on NW 16th Avenue at NW 27th Terrace & NW 38th Drive. The project is being executed by Chris Torrence Electric & Utility, Inc. for Alachua County. The document details various aspects of the contract, including removal operations for poles, signal pedestals, controllers, cabinets, signal heads, detectors, mast arms, span wires, cabling, and conduit. It also outlines procedures for transporting and storing removed equipment, methods of measurement and payment for removal tasks, and general conditions related to laying out the work, testing, special pay items, equipment storage, and material laydown yards. The document also includes forms for payment bonds, performance bonds, closeout checklists, contractor final payment affidavits, final payment bond waivers, insurance requirements, bid schedules, and certifications related to wage ordinances, no coercion, and foreign countries of concern. The project involves replacing existing solar-powered Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB) with a new pedestrian hybrid beacon traffic signal. The document is a partial agenda for a public meeting, listing numerous items related to zoning changes, development applications, and public hearings. Specific details such as addresses, project sizes, applicant names, case numbers, decisions, and key dates are not provided in a structured format within this excerpt. The text consists primarily of numerical codes and references, making it impossible to extract actionable information for contractors and trades regarding specific work opportunities. Public comment or stakeholder sentiment is not stated. [CR 231 and NW 156th Avenue; case 26-570-LC] Alachua County, Florida, approved an agreement with Chinchor Electric, Inc. for an Intersection Collision Warning System (ICWS) at the intersection of County Road (CR) 231 and NW 156th Avenue. The project, identified by Bid 26-570-LC and LAP Project No. 447476-1-58-01, has a total contract amount of $267,639.64. The bid was released on January 14, 2026, with a deadline of February 18, 2026, and two vendors responded. The Public Works department budgeted the full amount for the project. [CR 231 and NW 156th Avenue; case LAP Contract No. 447476-1-58-01, Project No. 924-7914] This document is a Road and Bridge Construction Agreement (No. 14893) between Alachua County and Chinchor Electric, Inc. for the installation of an Intersection Collision Warning System (ICWS) at the intersection of CR 231 and NW 156th Avenue. The project is funded under a grant agreement with the State of Florida, Department of Transportation. The total contract amount shall not exceed $267,639.64. The work must be completed by June 30, 2027. The agreement outlines terms for payment, performance bonds, closeout procedures, and dispute resolution. There is no mention of public comment or stakeholder sentiment in this section. [CR 231 and NW 156th Avenue; case 14893 (Agreement No.), 447476-1-58-01 (LAP Contract No.), 924-7914 (Project No.)] This document outlines the contractual and procedural requirements for a road and bridge construction project, specifically for an Intersection Conflict Warning System at CR 231 and NW 156th Avenue. It details the contractor's responsibilities regarding submittals, pre-construction conferences, notice to proceed, work commencement, and the overall intent and scope of the contract documents. It also covers ownership and copies of documents, work by others, responsible agents, accident prevention, subcontracting, physical and subsurface conditions, the County Engineer's role during construction, interpretations and decisions, tests and inspections, contractor supervision, access to work, changes in contract work and price, and final payment procedures. The project is identified as Road and Bridge Construction Agreement No. 14893, LAP Contract No. 447476-1-58-01 with Chinchor Electric, Inc. The technical specifications supplement the construction drawings for Project No. 924-7914, titled "CR 231 at NW 156th Avenue Intersection Conflict Warning System - 447476-1-58-01 (LAP)", prepared by Element Engineering Group, LLC. The project requires adherence to FDOT Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, 2024-25 edition, and the Florida Greenbook, 2018 edition, with specific modifications and supplements detailed in Exhibit 2. [CR 231 and NW 156th Ave; case 14893] Road and Bridge Construction Agreement No. 14893, LAP Contract No. 442476-1-58-01 with Chinchor Electric, Inc. for an Intersection Collision Warning System at CR 231 and NW 156th Ave. The document includes payment bond, performance bond, closeout checklist, contractor's final payment affidavit, waiver of right to claim against payment bond, insurance requirements, and various other affidavits and forms related to the contract. This document is a meeting agenda and does not contain specific project details for contractors. It lists numerous agenda items with codes and references but lacks addresses, project sizes, zoning changes, applicant names, case numbers, decisions, or key dates. Public comment is not stated. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00282] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners approved a Change Order 1 to Blanket Purchase Order 26-130 with Henry Schein, Inc. for Fire Rescue medical supplies. The change order increases the purchase order amount by $50,000.00, bringing the revised total to $260,000.00 for the remainder of FY26. This increase is due to changes in bid pricing and an increase in medical supply usage. The original purchase order was $210,000.00. The estimated annual budget for medical supplies for FY26 is $690,668.00. BID 24-13 for Annual Medical Supplies was released on August 16, 2023, with seven vendors responding by September 20, 2023. This document is a price comparison list for medical supplies, detailing various items, their manufacturers, part numbers, and pricing from different vendors including Henry Schein, Boundtree Medical, Life Assist, and BVH Marketing. It does not contain information about specific construction projects, locations, zoning changes, or development decisions. The document lists numerous medical products such as bandages, batteries, blood pressure cuffs, catheters, masks, and more, along with their respective pricing and discount percentages. There is no public comment or stakeholder sentiment recorded as this is a procurement document, not a public hearing record. [12 SE 1st Street, 3rd; case ITB 24-13-MM] This document is a price comparison for medical supplies related to solicitation ITB 24-13-MM. It lists various medical items, their manufacturers, item numbers, and pricing from different vendors including Bound Tree Medical, LLC, Henry Schein Inc., Life-Assist Inc., BVH Marketing, Inc., Nashville Medical & EMS Products, Inc., and QuadMed, Inc. The document also includes details on protest procedures for solicitations and awards within Alachua County. [County Administration Building, Gainesville, FL 32601; case ITB 24-13-MM] Alachua County is seeking bids for annual medical supplies for its Fire Rescue Services. The Invitation to Bid (ITB) number is ITB 24-13-MM. The project description involves the purchase of various medical supplies. The bid release date was August 16, 2023, with a submission deadline of September 20, 2023. Several vendors submitted bids, including Agni Enterprises, LLC, BVH MARKETING, Bound Tree Medical, LLC, Henry Schein Inc, Life-Assist Inc, NASHVILLE MEDICAL & EMS PRODUCTS, INC>, and QuadMed. MedFIRST Healthcare Supply, Inc., Network Craze, and Preferred Materials, Inc. did not submit bids. The document details a vendor questionnaire with pass/fail criteria and a history of questions and answers regarding the bid specifications and pricing. [case ITB 24-13-MM] Alachua County is seeking bids for annual medical supplies. The Invitation to Bid (ITB) number is ITB 24-13-MM. Several addenda have been issued, including Addendum #1 (Revised Price Comparison) and Addendum #2, which provides clarifications on specifications and manufacturer lists. The county reserves the right to add, delete, or change manufacturers. Pricing is to be based on a percentage off list price. Multiple vendors have acknowledged the addenda, and evaluation is based on awarding to the lowest most responsive and responsible bidder. Specific details regarding item sizes and gauge sizes are available in Addendum #2. The previous award for this bid is available upon request. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 26-00314] Alachua County is approving a second amendment to an agreement with Monday.com LTS. (14179) for Monday Vibe for Information & Telecom Services. The amendment is for $4,988.36. This follows previous approvals for the Monday.com Enterprise Plan. The purchase is exempt from competitive bidding as a single source procurement. Monday.com is a Work OS used by various county departments for collaboration and data management. The Vibe activation will enable AI-powered custom application development within the platform. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 24-01019] Alachua County is approving a first amendment to an agreement with Monday.com LTS. (14179) for a three-year renewal of the Monday.com Enterprise Plan with Information & Telecom Services. The amendment is for $377,946.00 and extends the term from January 30, 2025, through January 29, 2028. This is a single source procurement, exempt from competitive bidding. Monday.com is used by multiple county departments for collaboration. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 24-00197] Alachua County is approving a single source agreement (14179) with Monday.com LTS. for the renewal of the Monday.com Enterprise Plan for Information & Telecom Services. The amount is $86,400.00. This is a renewal of a previous purchase order. The agreement provides for 450 licenses and is exempt from competitive bidding. Monday.com is used by various county departments for collaboration. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 23-0455] Alachua County is approving a purchase order (23-1603) to SHI International Corp for the renewal of Monday.com for Information & Telecom Services. The amount is $82,203.00. This renewal is for the Information & Telecom Services department and involves waiving standard indemnification requirements. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 22-0081] Alachua County is approving a purchase order (22-1485) to SHI International Corp for the renewal of Monday.com for Information & Telecom Services. The amount is not explicitly stated for this specific PO but previous renewals were in the range of $80k-$90k. This renewal involves waiving standard indemnification requirements. [12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida; case 21-0118] Alachua County is approving a purchase order to SHI International Corp for the renewal of Monday.com software. The amount is $85,328.65. This renewal is for various county departments including Emergency Management, Fire Rescue, Budget and Fiscal Services, County Attorney, EPD, HR, and ITS. Standard indemnification requirements are waived. [NE 53rd Avenue, Murphree Water Treatment Plant vicinity; case 26-00300] Alachua County is accepting a perpetual transportation easement from the City of Gainesville (GRU) for additional right-of-way width required to design and construct a turn lane at the Murphree Water Treatment Plant. The easement is located along NE 53rd Avenue. The project is part of the ongoing NE/NW 53rd Ave road project. [Intersection of CR 235 and Newberry Lane; case 26-00360] Alachua County and the City of Newberry are entering into an Interlocal Agreement to improve the intersection of CR 235 and Newberry Lane by constructing a roundabout. The estimated cost for the County's portion is $1,500,000.00. The agreement covers land acquisition, design, and construction. The City of Newberry will acquire specific rights-of-way by May 28, 2026, and May 29, 2026, and convey them to the County. Construction is planned to commence by June 1, 2026, and be completed by August 10, 2026. The parties will split the actual cost of design and construction equally. [01899-003-000, 01902-001-000, 01932-001-000, 01934-010-000; case 26-00311] This document contains multiple warranty deeds related to land conveyances in Alachua County, Florida, and the City of Newberry, Florida, primarily involving road improvements and public works projects. Specific parcels of land are being transferred to Alachua County and the City of Newberry from various grantors including Gwendolyn P. Hunt, Newberry Ltd., Publix Super Markets, Inc., and Oak Park Homeowners’ Association of Newberry, Inc. These conveyances appear to be related to infrastructure projects such as the NW CR235 - Newberry Lane Roundabout. Additionally, the document includes minutes from an Alachua County Arts Council meeting where grant awards and art loan program submittals were discussed, and an update on the Pleasant Street project funded by the City of Gainesville's Community Redevelopment Area.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-05-12
Type:
Agenda
Decision:
Recommended Action: Read and present the proclamation
Address:
12 SE 1st Street, Gainesville, Florida
Applicant:
Alachua County Housing Authority
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[105 SW 3rd St, Gainesville (S.W. Parking Garage)] Alachua County Board of County Commissioners Meeting Agenda for May 12, 2026. The agenda includes various items such as proclamations, board and committee items, action items, presentations, public hearings, consent items, and notation for record. Specific items include a budget amendment, agreements for infrastructure projects, and procurement for parks and public spaces. Public comment periods are scheduled for noon and 5:30 p.m. The meeting can be viewed on Cox Channel 12, the AC TV app, and the County's Facebook and YouTube sites. [Alachua County, Florida; case 26-00330] Presentation of a proclamation recognizing May 12th, 2026, as Latoya Gainey Day in Alachua County, Florida. Recommended action is to read and present the proclamation. [Alachua County, Florida; case 26-00306] Presentation of a proclamation recognizing May 1st through May 23rd as National Public Works Week in Alachua County, Florida. Recommended action is to read and present the proclamation. [Alachua County, Florida; case 26-00348] Presentation of a proclamation recognizing May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day and May 10th through May 16th as National Police Week in Alachua County, Florida. Recommended action is to read and present the proclamation. [Alachua County, Florida; case 26-00362] Presentation of a proclamation recognizing May 17th through May 24th as Emergency Medical Services Week (EMS) in Alachua County, Florida. Recommended action is to read and present the proclamation. [case 26-00299] Land Conservation Board (LCB) Appointments. Recommended action is to appoint one (1) Citizen at Large member to the LCB with a term ending September 30, 2028. If Paul Lyrene is selected, choose another applicant to fill the resulting vacant Alternate member vacancy. [Alachua County; case 26-00327] Presentation of Alachua County Land Conservation Board FY 2025 Annual Accomplishment Report and FY 2026 Workplan. Recommended action is to receive the Report and Presentation. [case 26-00228] Recreation and Open Space Committee Annual Presentation. Recommended action is to hear the presentation on the annual review. [Weseman/EcoLoop Planned Development; case 26-00248] Discussion of Neighborhood Workshop for Major Amendments to the Weseman/EcoLoop Planned Development. Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners hear the presentation and direct staff to submit an application for a Major Amendment to the Weseman/EcoLoop PD. [Alachua County; case 26-00357] Broadband Deployment Assistance to Deliver Reliable Internet to Unserved and Underserved Areas in Alachua County Update. Recommended action is to hear presentation. [case 26-00309] FY26 Budget Amendment. Recommended action is to conduct a public hearing to adopt the resolution and approve the budget amendment. [case 26-00325] Request Approval of the Attached BOCC Minutes. Recommended action is to approve publication of Final BOCC Minutes. [Sunrise Residence Inn-NO.14364; case 26-00322] First Amendment to Alachua County Housing Authority for Sunrise Residence Inn-NO.14364. Recommended action is to approve and authorize Chair to sign the First Amendment. [Forest Edge, NO. 14639; case 26-00321] First Amendment to Agreement with Alachua County Housing Authority for Forest Edge, NO. 14639. Recommended action is to approve and authorize Chair to sign First Amendment. [case 26-00167] Town of LaCrosse Infrastructure Surtax Joint Project Application and Agreement for the Purchase of a Fire Engine Pumper. Recommended action is to approve the attached Surtax Grant Application and authorize the County Manager, or designee, and Clerk to execute the grant agreement. [case 26-00319] Letter of Support - Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Implementation Grant. Recommended action is to authorize Chair signature on letter of support for SS4A Implementation grant. [Jonesville Park, Improvements, Soccer 1 and 4; Veterans Memorial Park, Improvements, Soccer South; case 26-00335] Addendum Agreement with World Sports Turf & Marketing, LLC (15038) for Parks & Open Space. Recommended action is to approve and authorize the Chair to execute Addendum Agreement 15038. [case 26-00310] Amendments to Agreements 14085 with Boone Improvements, Inc. and 14099 with Blackham Contracting Group, LLC. Recommended action is to approve and authorize the Chair to execute the Second Amendment to Agreement 14085 and Third Amendment to Agreement 14099. [NW 16th Avenue at NW 27 Terrace and NW 38th Drive; case 26-00307] Award and Agreement with Chris Torrence Electric & Utility (14357) for Bid 25-510-LC Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon for Midblock Crossings on NW 16th Avenue at NW 27 Terrace and NW 38th Drive for Public Works. Recommended action is to approve the Award and authorize the Chair to execute Agreement 14357. [County Road (CR) 231 and NW 156th Avenue; case 26-00308] Award and Agreement with Chinchor Electric, Inc. (14893) for Bid 26-570-LC Intersection Collision Warning System at County Road (CR) 231 and NW 156th Avenue - LAP: 447476-1-58-01 for Public Works. Recommended action is to approve the Award and authorize the Chair to execute Agreement 14893. [case 26-00282] Change Order 1 to Blanket Purchase Order 26-130 with Henry Schein, Inc., in the amount of $50,000.00 for Fire Rescue. The revised Blanket Purchase Order is $260,000.00. Recommended action is to approve the issuance of Change Order 1. [case 26-00314] Second Amendment to Agreement with Monday.com LTS. (14179). Recommended action is to approve and authorize the Chair to execute the Second Amendment to Agreement 14179. [NE 53rd Avenue Turn Lane; case 26-00300] Acceptance of Transportation Easement for NE 53rd Avenue Turn Lane. Recommended action is to accept the Perpetual Transportation Easement, authorize the Chair to sign the resolution and easement acceptance, and authorize the County Manager, or their designee, to record the easement and sign all documents necessary to complete the acceptance and conveyance of the easement. [Newberry Lane and CR 235 Roundabout; case 26-00360] Interlocal Agreement with Newberry for Newberry Lane and CR 235 Roundabout. Recommended action is to approve the Interlocal Agreement, authorize the Chair to sign an Interlocal Agreement, and authorize the Chair to approve and sign all other documents necessary to comply with the terms of the agreement, provided that the Board approves Budget Amendment #4. [case 26-00311] Arts Council Minutes – March 2, 2026. Recommended action is no action necessary, for informational purposes only.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-05-12
Type:
Agenda
Decision:
Recommended to read and present
Address:
105 SW 3rd St, Gainesville (S.W. Parking Garage)
Applicant:
Alachua County Land Conservation Board
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Minutes (PDF)

Alachua County Board of County Commissioners Minutes for May 12, 2026. The meeting included approval of proclamations, public comment, board and committee items, action items, presentations, public hearings, and consent items. Specific items include land conservation board appointments, approval of various proclamations (National Public Works Week, Peace Officers Memorial Day, National Police Week, Emergency Medical Services Week), discussion of a neighborhood workshop for major amendments to the Weseman/EcoLoop Planned Development, a presentation on broadband deployment, and FY26 budget amendment adoption. Consent items included approval of BOCC minutes, amendments to agreements for housing authorities, a joint project application for a fire engine pumper, a letter of support for an implementation grant, and various procurement items such as addendum agreements, amendments to agreements, awards for pedestrian hybrid beacons and collision warning systems, and a change order for fire rescue. Public Works items included acceptance of a transportation easement and an interlocal agreement for a roundabout. The meeting adjourned at 1:41 p.m.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-05-12
Type:
Minutes
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