Alachua County Silent No More

14/10/2022

Alachua County Criminal Hire Crisis:

AC Facebook why block me? Afraid I post something not approved and do not want the people to know? Something like this?

Gainesville city commissioners are moving forward with an ordinance restricting businesses with 15 or more employees from passing over job applicants with a criminal history.

Employers covered by the rule will not be allowed to perform criminal background checks on applicants other than for domestic violence cases.

The businesses will also generally be restricted from refusing a job to someone based on their criminal history.

Thank your Commissioner by voting them out.

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14/10/2022

We have gotten requests from folks to post the video of the meeting where the West End Golf Course zoning change request was discussed. The Count Commission voted 4-1 to deny the request and stand by the County's Comprehensive Plan

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14/10/2022

Fall in love with Midnight! Thanks Best of Alachua Animal Resources & Care - BAARC!!!

Best of Alachua Animal Resources & Care - BAARC
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OK we missed National Black Dog Day (October 1st), but MIDNIGHT doesn't care! 😁
Midnight is about 7 years old, and is the perfect balance of CHILL and PLAYFUL! He loves to explore the yard, roll in the grass, and play with toys. He's currently in a foster home and doing excellent with the resident animals: CATS AND DOGS! He's done well in a crate, too!
If you know anyone looking for an older dog that does play some but loves to cuddle and is good with dogs/cats/older kids please have them look at Midnight!
Please email [email protected] or call Alachua County Animal Resources & Care 352-264-6870 to meet Midnight!


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14/10/2022

WELCOME ABOARD JAMIE BASS! Alachua County is pleased to announce the hiring of Jamie Bass as the Alachua County Cuscowilla Manager. She comes to Alachua County from Goochland, VA, where she served as the Program Director for Westview on the James. Previously, she served as the Camp Director for the Girls Scouts of Gateway Council in Jacksonville.
Bass will manage the Cuscowilla Nature & Retreat Center, the County’s summer day camp and overnight retreat facility. She is responsible for developing new and innovative programming; marketing facilities to outside groups to promote rentals and usage; working collaboratively with internal and external partners; serving in an advisory role for the “Friends of Cuscowilla”; and achieving accreditation for summer day camp during 2023.
“Jamie is a seasoned camp professional,” stated Parks and Open Space Director Jason Maurer. “In her few weeks on the job, she has started developing fun and engaging outdoor nature-based educational programming that helps campers develop a love and respect for the great outdoors. She has also started the preliminary steps for accreditation. We are thrilled that she will lead Cuscowilla Nature & Retreat Center.”
Learn more about Alachua County’s Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center https://bit.ly/3s8InSl

14/10/2022

Last night the County Commission upheld the Alachua County Comprehensive Plan by denying the zoning change at West End Golf Course. The developer requested changing the zoning from recreational to residential.
Thanks to WUFT reporter Emma Behrmann for this comprehensive article summarizing the event.

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14/10/2022

Alachua County Emergency Management is proud and humbled to be able to provide support to our Emergency Management colleagues in SW Florida as a result of the destruction brought on by Hurricane Ian.
Emergency Management Director Grice has spent the last week in Cape Coral assisting with recovery efforts and Asst Director Peaton will be leaving today (Monday) to continue the assistance.
We are lucky to have such a supportive group of professionals all over the State, and it brings us comfort to know we can count on assistance for Alachua County if the need ever arises.

11/10/2022

This morning's Alachua County Commission Special Meeting will stream here at 9:30 a.m.:
https://alachua.granicus.com/player/event/3031?view_id=8...
The agenda can be found here:
https://meetingdocs.alachuacounty.us/.../2022-10-11...

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Live and Recorded Public meetings of Special Meeting on 2022-10-11 9:30 AM - BoCC Special Meeting: Board Discussion for County of Alachua

11/10/2022

The Alachua County Commission recently hosted an Agritourism Conference for County residents and businesses interested in learning more about agritourism.
Agritourism crosses Florida’s two largest industries, tourism and agriculture, to provide on-farm recreational experiences for consumers. In 2021, visitors staying in paid accommodations generated over $630 million in economic impact to Alachua County. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Ag Census, in 2017, Alachua County sold $99 million in agricultural products.
Alachua County Commissioner Anna Prizzia stated, “Agritourism is a growing area of opportunity for our local businesses, and we look forward to this conference as a day to share resources and ideas to further support our agricultural and tourism economies.”

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11/10/2022

Today, Alachua County is celebrating Indigenous People’s Day. President Joe Biden wrote this in his Indigenous People’s Day declaration:
“On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor the sovereignty, resilience, and immense contributions that Native Americans have made to the world; and we recommit to upholding our solemn trust and treaty responsibilities to Tribal Nations, strengthening our Nation-to-Nation ties.
For centuries, Indigenous Peoples were forcibly removed from ancestral lands, displaced, assimilated, and banned from worshiping or performing many sacred ceremonies. Yet today, they remain some of our greatest environmental stewards. They maintain strong religious beliefs that still feed the soul of our Nation. And they have chosen to serve in the United States Armed Forces at a higher rate than any other group. Native peoples challenge us to confront our past and do better, and their contributions to scholarship, law, the arts, public service, and more continue to guide us forward.”
Read the full Indigenous Peoples’ Day Proclamation https://www.whitehouse.gov/.../a-proclamation-on.../

11/10/2022

The County Commission is holding two meetings on Tuesday. They are having a Board Discussion at 9:30 a.m. They are also holding their Regular Meeting at 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. We will post links to watch the meetings live when they begin. Click to find out what they are discussing and how you can participate.

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11/10/2022

Alachua County Community Support Services, in collaboration with faith-based community organizations, invites the community to attend “Honoring the Departed” on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, at 1 p.m. at Evergreen Cemetery (401 S.E. 21st Avenue, Gainesville). “Honoring the Departed” is a ceremony to memorialize indigent individuals that were unclaimed, abandoned, or unknown. The ceremony is free and open to the public.
The memorial is a means to honor those buried with no service. It will consist of inspirational readings and songs to honor those who left us in 2021. The memorial service will conclude with reading the names and a closing song and poem offering hope and remembrance.
“Alachua County cares deeply for all of its citizens and is pleased to work with many of our faith-based organizations to honor the indigent we lost in 2021,” said Alachua County Community Stabilization Program Manager Satori Days.

11/10/2022

NOW HIRING! Are you looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career with great pay, pension, and benefits? The County is hiring! Click each position below to find out more about it. You can see all of the current openings here https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua .
Environmental Professional Engineer: $77,979.20 Annually (Environmental Protection) https://bit.ly/3EruXbo
Buildings & Grounds Maintenance Coordinator: $18.97 Hourly (Parks & Open Space) https://bit.ly/3MmYzZh
Solid Waste Operator: $34,320.00 Annually (Solid Waste & Resource Recovery) https://bit.ly/3CjcvRh
Fleet Technician: $38,796.37 - $90,399.50 Annually (Public Works) https://bit.ly/3B2erva
Criminal Justice Systems Security Manager: $69,201.60 Annually (Court Services) https://bit.ly/3Chlj8u
Senior Programmer Analyst ($2500 Incentive): $55,693.25 - $86,513.02 Annually (Information & Telecommunication Services) https://bit.ly/3RIHYjx
Equipment Operator II: $33,280.00 Annually (Public Works) https://bit.ly/3RLiwKc
Environmental Specialist – Land Conservation: $40,851.20 Annually (Environmental Protection) https://bit.ly/3CEkVlI
Laborer II: $31,720.00 Annually (Public Works) https://bit.ly/3VdGMYs
Senior Staff Assistant: $35,131.20 Annually (Community & Strategic Initiatives) https://bit.ly/3V8rfcu

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07/10/2022

Alachua County preserves with public access have re-opened after Hurricane Ian, but some have standing water on portions of the trails.
The Barr Hammock South preserve trails remain closed for public safety due to ongoing timber harvest operations.
Learn more about the Alachua County Preserves https://bit.ly/3SL58qQ

07/10/2022

Read this heartwarming update of Arlo's story. There is no time like now to begin your story.

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Alachua County Animal Resources & Care
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We received THE sweetest adoption update from Paxon, now Arlo's, family! ❤
"Our family adopted Arlo (formerly Paxon) not quite two weeks ago. We just wanted to send an update that he is an AMAZING family dog, and we absolutely adore him. He and my 7-year old son are inseparable. Thank you so much for making it possible for Arlo to join our family!"
We have so many incredible animals just like Arlo waiting for their own forever families. View our adoptable animals on our website, www.animalresourcesandcare.org, or visit us Tuesday through Saturday between 10:30 and 5:30.
Have an adoption story you would like to share? Please email [email protected]!

07/10/2022

We are so proud of the men and women of Alachua County Fire/Rescue and Emergency Management and the City of High Springs Fire Department who have responded to those in need in South Florida. Here is some of what the response has entailed:
MARC3
This unit is a mutual aid radio communication (MARC) vehicle with a trailer that houses a portable antenna in areas where communications were destroyed. MARC3 left on Friday, September 30, to stage in Orlando and then deployed to Ft Meyers Beach, where they are preparing to move to Pine Island once a road is established. They will be part of a MARC team establishing communications for the response in that area.
UAV1
The UAV team has our drone units that deployed to Naples Thursday, September 29. They were responsible for surveying the damage and creating a hazard assessment map that the Incident Management Team will use to determine what resources will respond to which locations. They are being used in Naples, Ft Meyers Beach, and San Carlos Island.
MSU24
Our Medical Support Unit (MSU) responded on September 29 to Ft Meyers with two members of ACFR and three members of Bradford County Fire Rescue to assist with any evacuations. Their unit can transport up to 20 patients at a time and has helped move patients to Miami, Boca Raton, and Boynton Beach over the last week. Today we are transferring patients from hospital to hospital or hospital to rehab centers.
Engine Strike Team 1301
This Engine Strike Team (EST) has five fire engines staffed with four fire/EMS personnel and one EST Leader. The engines are from Alachua, Marion, Clay, and Putnam counties and the City of High Springs. The Team Leader is the High Springs Fire Chief/ Assistant City Manager. This team conducted grid searches in Hardee County after deploying on September 9 and then were reassigned to North Ft Meyers on October 1, where they ran calls out of Stations 1, 2, and 3 until they were relieved today. They have run over 250 calls for service..

07/10/2022

The Alachua County Commission meeting on the Lee Property/Hickory Sink Strategic Ecosystem Special Area Study scheduled for Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at 5 p.m. has been postponed. It will be rescheduled for a date to be determined.
Alachua County will announce when the County Commission meeting on this item is rescheduled and will provide additional notice of the meeting date and time via U.S. mail, email, newspaper advertisement, and other available communication channels.
The site that is the subject of the Special Area Study is shown in the above image and encompasses much of the “Hickory Sink” Strategic Ecosystem as designated in the Alachua County Comprehensive Plan. Therefore, a special area planning process is required to be completed before any development on the site. The purpose of the Special Area Study is to provide a detailed natural resources assessment of the Strategic Ecosystem and delineation of conservation areas for permanent protection in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan. The Special Area Study also evaluates potential development scenarios for the property and related infrastructure considerations.
The Special Area Study report, County staff report, and applicant and staff presentations from the September 20 County Commission meeting are available online https://bit.ly/3SAwCiR .
The video of the September 20 County Commission Special Meeting can be viewed here https://bit.ly/3SYw5qG

07/10/2022

After a historic collective bargaining agreement, the Alachua County Commission and the Firefighters Union ( IAFF) have set the stage for Alachua County to become home to one of the premier Fire Departments in the nation. The video below outlines the expansion, changes, and opportunities for those looking for an exciting and fulfilling career in public service.
To see current careers available in Alachua County, follow this link: https://alachuacounty.us/Depts/HR/Pages/HumanResources.aspx

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Alachua County Fire Rescue
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Alachua County Fire Rescue is hiring for a 3-week Kelly Day! We have a new compensation package, single ladder promotion, and improved work/life balance.
"We intend to be one of the premier agencies in North Central Florida and we look forward to you working with us one day." Chief Harold Theus
Apply today!!

07/10/2022

Yard waste collection will be delayed this week due to the large volumes generated by Hurricane Ian.
Normal yard waste regulations are still in effect for material placed curbside:
• Limbs must be smaller than 5 feet long, less than 8 inches in diameter, and weigh less than 40 pounds
• Loose items must be placed in reusable containers or in paper lawn and leaf bags and also be less than 40 pounds
• Please do not place items in the street or block storm drains
If you have any questions please send us a message or call 352-338-3233. Thank you for your patience.

Alachua County Recycles
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Yard waste collection will be delayed this week due to the large volumes generated by Hurricane Ian.
Normal yard waste regulations are still in effect for material placed curbside:
• Limbs must be smaller than 5 feet long, less than 8 inches in diameter, and weigh less than 40 pounds
• Loose items must be placed in in reusable containers or in paper lawn and leaf bags and also be less than 40 pounds
• Please do not place items in the street or blocking storm drains
If you have any questions please send us a message or call 352-338-3233. Thank you for your patience.

07/10/2022

Our hearts are with those struggling with the aftermath of Hurricanes Ian and Fiona. If you are wondering how you can help, the link below offers many ways.

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07/10/2022

Arugula is the October Plant of the Month
A cup of fresh arugula leaves has 25 calories, 3.65 grams of carbohydrates, about 2.5 grams of protein, and 1.6 grams of dietary fiber. Arugula also contains an impressive amount of vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin K, and folate.
October is a good time to grow arugula in North Central Florida. Check the Plant of the Month website https://bit.ly/3e9inCC for information on planting, harvesting, recipes, and more. Listen to the Extension Cord Podcast https://anchor.fm/ExtensionCord to get further insights on the Plant of the Month.
The Plant of the Month program is a collaborative effort between Alachua County Board of County Commissioners, UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County, Alachua County Master Gardener Volunteers, Alachua County Public Library, and Working Food.

07/10/2022

ALACHUA COUNTY IS HAVING A JOB FAIR!!!
Alachua County and CareerSource of North Central Florida are hosting a Job Fair on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Gainesville Career Center (1112 N. Main Street, Gainesville). The job fair focuses on Alachua County government jobs. It is free, and all job seekers are welcome.
Alachua County offers rewarding and fulfilling careers with great pay, pension, and benefits.
Learn more about current Alachua County job openings. https://bit.ly/3Rv4agX
County departments with current openings include Community & Support Services, Solid Waste & Resource Recovery, Fire Rescue, Facilities Management, Public Works, Animal Resources & Care, and Court Services.
Find out more about CareerSource of North Central Florida. https://careersourcencfl.com

07/10/2022

County Parks are opened. Preserves are being assessed for damage.

07/10/2022

The University of Florida has activated the Crisis Phone Bank, 1-877-744-4800, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., as they expect an influx of calls from students whose families live in hard-hit areas. UF is encouraging students to immediately inform professors of their circumstances to discuss whether special accommodations can be made.
866-UF-FACTS has been redirected to the crisis phone bank as well.

07/10/2022

9-29-2022 1:15pm Tropical Storm Ian Update – Health Department Clinic Schedule
Alachua County, FL. Alachua County Health Department (224 S.E. 24th Street, Gainesville) announces that the medical clinic will be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. m this Saturday October 1 and Sunday October 2. No appointment is necessary.
For more information, call 352-334-7900.

07/10/2022

FROM THE ALACHUA COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
The Alachua County Health Department (224 S.E. 24th Street, Gainesville) announces that they will be open for medical clinic hours from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. this Saturday, October 1, and Sunday, October 2. Walk-ins are welcome.
For more information, call 352-334-7900.

07/10/2022

9-29-2022 11:15am Update Tropical Storm Ian - Garbage Collection
All trash collection for Alachua County and the city of Gainesville not done today will be picked up tomorrow Friday. Regular Trash Collection Days will begin Monday, October 3, 2022.
County garbage collection centers will reopen tomorrow and return to their regular schedule..
The Leveda Brown Collection Center (5115 N.E. 63 Avenue, Gainesville) will reopen tomorrow.. This center, which usually closes at noon on Saturdays, will remain open until 2 p.m. m on this day.

07/10/2022

Click the video below to see the latest updates on Hurricane Ian.
To stay up to date with the latest information visit: https://alachuacountyready.com/incidents/hurricaneian

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07/10/2022

9-29-2022 9am Update Tropical Storm Ian – Storm Conditions Improving for Alachua County
Alachua County reports we are in good conditions regarding the passage of Tropical Storm Ian. The storm has moved east quite a bit since last night. Despite this, our hearts go out to Florida residents who continue to battle the destructive impact of this storm.
The Alachua County Fire Rescue Department is preparing personnel and equipment to assist those areas that have been heavily impacted by the passage of this storm into the south of the state.
We want to remind residents to continue to use caution as wind conditions can still be dangerous. We continue under a tropical storm watch due to wind. Alachua County records sustained winds of 20 to 30 mph, and gusts of 45 to 55 mph are possible through Friday morning. The Flood Warning has been cancelled. Rain forecast for the county is 1⁄2 to 1 inch of rainfall.
The county is shutting down open shelters and not accepting new revenue.
The county's Critical Information line 311 will be down at 5 PM today..
See the latest news from the National Weather Service in Jacksonville (This link is updating regularly). Visit Alachua County Ready for local updates. https://alachuacountyready.com/

07/10/2022

Tropical Storm Ian Update – Improving Storm Conditions for Alachua County
September 29, 2022
8 a.m.
Alachua County is pleased to report that we are in good shape as the path of now Tropical Storm Ian shifted dramatically to the east overnight. However, our hearts go out to Florida residents who continue to deal with the destructive impacts of this storm.
Alachua County Fire Rescue is currently preparing to send people and multiple assets to assist those in high-impact areas to the south.
We want to remind residents to exercise caution because current wind conditions can still be dangerous. We remain under a Tropical Storm Watch due to the reach of the storm’s winds. Alachua County is currently experiencing sustained winds of up to 20 to 30 mph, and tropical storm force wind gusts from 45 to 55 mph are possible through Friday morning. The flood watch is canceled. The County is forecast to receive ½ to 1 inch of rain.
The County is deactivating shelters and is no longer accepting new shelter residents.
Alachua County’s 311 Critical Information Line will be deactivated at 5 p.m. today.
Visit Alachua County Ready for local updates. https://alachuacountyready.com/

07/10/2022

9/28/22 8:30pm
As we go into the evening watching the path of Hurricane Ian, please make sure that we keep safety as our top priority. 311 Critical Information phone lines are still open and will remain open until the event has passed.
Winds are picking up, and heavy rain along with the constant wind will likely lead to powerlines being down throughout the County. Always assume downed powerlines are still live. Don't ever try to drive over or move a downed powerline.
Keep up with the latest track and forecast at www.weather.gov/jax and go to https://alachuacountyready.com to check for any new updates.

07/10/2022

Gainesville Regional Utilities has asked us to share the information below.

Gainesville Regional Utilities
September 28 at 2:24 PM
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RUMOR CONTROL: At this time, no customers served by GRU water are under a precautionary boil water notice. However, please note that GRU does not serve the whole county and some citizens are self-served with private wells. Any water customers outside of GRU's service area would need to check with their local provider regarding service status. Alachua County Ready provided some excellent information for citizens with private wells. https://alachuacountyready.com/incidents/hurricaneian/latestupdates/3299332738
GRU will directly communicate with impacted customers in the event of a GRU precautionary boil water notice.

Alachu County Ready Site for latest updates on Emergecny Incidents

07/10/2022

Click the video below to see the latest updates on Hurricane Ian.
To stay up to date with the latest information visit: https://alachuacountyready.com/incidents/hurricaneian

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07/10/2022

9-28-22 10AM Hurricane Ian Update. - Information on the storm, evacuations, trash pickup and other information
Tropical Storm and Flood Warning is in effect for Alachua County. Strong winds and extreme flooding conditions, and flash flooding are the main areas of concern for Alachua County. Torrential downpours in bands of rain will move from the south today and will continue into Friday. Extreme flooding in rivers is possible Small creeks, streams, canals and ducts could be dangerous. Driving conditions could become dangerous with high winds, rain and flooded roads. Numerous downed trees, power outages and damage to structures and mobile homes is possible. Isolated tornadoes are possible.
See the latest information from the National Weather Service Jacksonville https://alachuacountyready.com/incidents/hurricaneian Visit the Alachua County Ready websitehttps://www.weather.gov/.../briefings/nws-jax-briefing.pdf for local updates.
Evacuations are suggested for those living in mobile homes, pre-manufactured homes, recreational vehicles and homes that may not withstand the storm, as well as those living in low areas or near bodies of water. See the 2022-02 Hurricane Ian Emergency Evacuation Order for Hurricane Ianhttps://www.alachuacounty.us/.../Ian-EvacOrder9-27.pdf
All parks and forest reserves in Alachua County are closed.
Residential garbage, recycling, and patio trash collection service will continue through today, but not on Thursday. All facilities (Transfer Station, HazWaste, and MRF) in the Levada Brown Center will be open until noon today but will be closed on Thursday..
The Regional Bus System (RTS) will be offering reduced service today until weather conditions allow.. Routes 9, 12, 20, 21, 23, 28, 33, 34, 35, 37, 38, and 118 will operate less frequently and Routes 76 and 78 will not have service. Bus service will be suspended when sustained winds reach 35 mph, or roads are inoperable due to flooding. Additional information is available in the GNVrideRTS app (rideRTS). app), on the RTS page, or on the RTS website www.go-rts.com.
Flooding can bring danger of contaminated water wells. See the Florida Department of Health page for more information Boil Water Notice Guidelines.. Click here for safety information for generators, water and electricity.
Alachua County has activated Emergency Information Line 311. This is for questions and rumor control. This number can not receive text messages. Use 911 for legitimate emergencies only.

07/10/2022

Hurricane Ian Update – Storm Update, Evacuations, Waste Pickup, and other Information
A Tropical Storm Watch and a Flood Watch are in effect in Alachua County. Strong winds, extreme flooding, and flash flooding are large concerns. Torrential rainfall in rain bands will move up from the south today and continue into Friday. Extreme river and tributary flooding are possible. Small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become dangerous. Driving conditions could become hazardous with heavy winds, rainfall, and flooded roads. Numerous downed trees, power outages, and damage to structures and mobile homes are possible. Isolated tornadoes are possible.
View the latest slides from the National Weather Services in Jacksonville.https://www.weather.gov/.../briefings/nws-jax-briefing.pdf
Visit Alachua County Ready for local updates -https://www.weather.gov/.../briefings/nws-jax-briefing.pdf
Evacuation is ordered for those residing in mobile homes, manufactured homes, recreational vehicles, and homes that may not survive the storm, along with those living in low-lying areas or those in proximity to bodies of water. View the Emergency Order 2022-02 Hurricane Ian Evacuation Order -https://www.alachuacounty.us/.../Ian-EvacOrder9-27.pdf
All Alachua County Parks and Preserves are closed until further notice.
Alachua County’s residential curbside collection service for solid waste, recycling, and yard trash will be picked up today, but no waste collection will occur on Thursday. All facilities (Transfer Station, HazWaste, and MRF) within the Levada Brown Environmental Park will be open today until noon and closed on Thursday.
The Regional Transit System will offer reduced service today until conditions are unsafe. Routes 9, 12, 20, 21, 23, 28, 33, 34, 35, 37, 38, and 118 will operate less frequently, and Routes 76 and 78 will not be in service. Service will stop when sustained winds reach 35 mph or roadways become inoperable due to flooding. Additional information is available on the GNVrideRTS app (rideRTS.app), on the RTS page, or the RTS website, www.go-rts.com.
Flooding brings the danger of contaminated wells. View the Florida Department of Health’s Boil Water Notice Guidelines. -https://www.alachuacounty.us/.../2022HurricaneLetterFoodB... -
View generator, water, and electrical safety information - https://www.alachuacounty.us/.../2022EOCFactsheetspdfUpda...
Alachua County has activated the 311, Critical Information Line (or call 352-264-6557) for questions and rumor control. This number cannot receive texts. Please use 911 for bona fide emergencies only.