@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialAlachua County commissioners are re-evaluating controversial Level 2 background checks that may be sidelining valuable peer workers with lived experience from crucial roles in social services.
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialAlachua County's advisory council reveals a critical shortage of safe housing for 47 survivors of violent crimes, urging immediate action and innovative solutions to support those in need.
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialAlachua County is set to revamp its roads with a bold $144 million plan and an extra $9 million dedicated to tackling pesky potholes over the next three years!
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Bernie Sanders & #AngieNixon speak at UF, Sunday, October 18. Doors open 10:30 a.m., speaking program starts at 12 p.m.
University Auditorium at UF, 333 Newell Drive GNV.
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialFire union president Ryan Lowry warns that proposed staffing cuts could jeopardize public safety, leading to burnout and delayed response times for Alachua County's firefighters.
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialCommissioners in Alachua County are calling for a bold shift towards a circular economy, emphasizing concrete actions like materials-recovery facilities and local reuse initiatives to transform waste into economic opportunities.
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialSheriff Chad Scott warns that if Amendment 3 passes, it could lead to a tax shift that jeopardizes public safety funding and results in higher rents across Florida.
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialAlachua County faces tough fiscal choices as proposed changes to the homestead exemption could lead to significant budget shortfalls—will residents pay more in taxes, or see cuts to essential services?
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialCity leaders are pushing for a vital expansion of Highway 24 to enhance safety and connectivity while a new pedestrian crossing is set to debut soon!
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialAugust saw a 3% rise in fixed-route ridership, as the city gears up to take over county transport services—what changes are on the horizon?
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialThe Alachua County Planning Commission just endorsed a groundbreaking community plan that promises affordable housing and a working farm—what's next for Everly Farmstead?
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialThe Everly development will require 250 affordable units, but can build nearly 250 market-rate homes first—how will this impact the community?
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialThe Everly plan promises a balanced approach to development, limiting growth until crucial transportation upgrades are secured, potentially generating up to $20 million in mobility fees.
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialThe Alachua County Planning Commission just greenlit the ambitious Everly Farmstead Community Plan, paving the way for 2,750 new homes and a focus on affordable living!
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialEverly PD is on the brink of a major development decision, weighing options between conservation easements and fee-in-lieu to offset 5,000 acres for 2,225 new clustered units!
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialAlachua County officials are urging a closer look at the environmental impact of data-processing centers as they weigh new regulations on electricity and groundwater use.
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialThe Everly plan is poised to reshape Alachua County, tying its ambitious development to crucial State Road 24 upgrades and generating up to $20 million in mobility fees!
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialThe Alachua County Planning Commission has given a green light to the ambitious Everly Farmstead Community Plan, but what does this mean for local density and water resources?
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialResidents are demanding action as persistent potholes and sinkholes on Southwest 75th Street pose serious safety threats and vehicle damage, calling for a permanent solution instead of temporary fixes.
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialAlachua County is set to transform its roads with a bold new Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan that promises safer, more attractive pathways for everyone!
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