Below are recommendations for fiscal responsibility and sustainable development within the Guiding Gainesville Comprehensive Plan as presented during the Public Workshop held on Monday, September 8th. Use the blue buttons to switch between goals & objectives.
Please review each recommendation and use the contact form at the bottom of the page to submit any feedback you may have no later than September 30th. Your feedback will help us determine the final recommendations that will be included in the Guiding Gainesville Comprehensive Plan.
Ensure Fiscally Productive Growth
Objective: Evaluate the long-term financial impact of every new development proposal on City services.
1.1.1 Implement the Gainesville Development Evaluator Tool as a standard part of the development review process.
Build a Resilient and Diverse Local Economy
Objective: Expand local employment opportunities and strengthen job security by attracting new types of industries.
1.2.1 Develop and implement an economic development strategy to attract and retain businesses in target industries (e.g., advanced manufacturing, logistics, etc.).
Foster a Thriving Small Business Ecosystem
Objective: Improve access to resources, education, and support local entrepreneurs.
1.3.1 Launch a small business support program, in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce, that offers workshops, networking events, and guidance on navigating city processes.
Develop a Homegrown Workforce
Objective: Create a direct pipeline from local education to local employment.
1.4.1 Establish formal partnerships with GISD, NCTC, and key local industries to develop local workforce training and career placement programs.
