[8] Because of its large number of poultry processing plants, it is often called the "Poultry Capital of the World." All structures shall comply with the city of Gainesville zoning ordinances and construction codes including the following: The Codes in effect in our jurisdiction are listed below. 28.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.64% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. [36], Three African Americans, Beulah Rucker, E. E. Butler, and Ulysses Byas were educational pioneers in Gainesville and Hall County.[37]. [6] As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 33,804. Her calculations were then checked by another pension board member. 1. About 24.9% of families and 29.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 40.7% of those under age 18 and 17.6% of those age 65 or over. Phone: 770-534-5252 © 2020, City of Gainesville, Florida. All rights reserved.

Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, parts of Gainesville lie along the shore of one of the nation's most popular inland water destinations, Lake Lanier. Accountability: Holding yourself and others responsible for their actions or inactions, no matter what the cost. Professionalism: The competence and skill expected of a professional- the way you carry and conduct yourself. Annual snowfall only yields an average of 4 inches, and accumulations for more than a day are rare. In April 1974, an F4 tornado 22.6 miles away from the Gainesville city center killed six people and injured thirty. As a life long Hall County resident, I am invested in this community and this police department. To be successful, the Police Department must also have a strong and trusting relationship with our community. For every 100 females, there were 91.6 males. 551 S.E.2d 62 (2001) 250 Ga. App. Action Required by Brittany Dransfield, Redefining Livability Through Form, Function and Place, New Developments are Coming to Gainesville, Service Calls Decrease due to New Technologies Please call 352-334-5050 or e-mail bldg@cityofgainesville.org and a staff person will respond ASAP to schedule an inspection or assist you with applying for a permit online. There were 11,273 households, out of which 30.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.3% were married couples living together, 18.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.4% were non-families. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 41.6% of the population. The Gainesville City School District holds pre-school to grade twelve, and consists of five elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school. The Codes in effect in our jurisdiction are listed below. As to the breach of contract claim, Dodd alleged that the City informed him that he would receive $2,553 per month upon retirement, entered into a contract with him wherein the City agreed to pay him that amount and, when he retired, paid him the agreed-upon amount for three years. Transportation Planning Organization (MTPO), Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization (MTPO), City of Gainesville Housing Action Plan Draft Telephone Town Hall, City Offers Free Bus Rides on Election Day, Registration for Out-of-School-Days Camp Program Open, Cold Night Shelter Program Anticipated November 2, Gainesville City Officials Warn Expanding Sinkhole Poses Immediate Danger to Onlookers, First Responders. Due to the COVID-19 virus our walk in operations have been suspended until further notice. Curbside leaf pickup offered Oct. 5 - Jan. 29. No. Considering the numerous sources which had to be consulted, the various factors which had to be considered, and the level of expertise involved, and construing the evidence most favorably for Dodd as the nonmoving party, a factfinder could have found that Dodd did not have an equal opportunity to determine the exact amount of benefits he would receive. Because of its large number of poultry processing plants, it is often called the "Poultry Capital of the World." It was named in honor of General Edmund P. Gaines,[9] a hero of the War of 1812 and a noted military surveyor and road-builder. During the 1996 Summer Olympics, Gainesville served as the venue for the rowing and kayaking medal competitions, which were staged on Lake Lanier. [44] Attorneys from the office have been recognized for their community involvement, as well as for their acumen in the courtroom. [2] See generally Corp. of Presiding Bishop &c. v. Allied Ready Mix, 201 Ga.App. Gainesville's DNA by Cary Ader, Finalist in the Fourth Annual Gainesville Photography Contest.

COVID-19 Update … [21], The Arts Council is a non-profit organization focused on providing Gainesville residents with a broad variety of visual, performing, and literary arts. Shubert, the city clerk and pension board secretary, acknowledged that she "administers the plan as far as estimating benefits, calculating final benefits, notifying all the people in regards to paying of that benefit." 07/02/20 - Due to the increase of COVID-19 cases, our offices have closed to the public. v. CITY OF GAINESVILLE. 182, 183(2), 205 S.E.2d 479 (1974). Upon discovering its error, the City notified Dodd that it would reduce his monthly benefit amount and that it expected him to repay the overpaid benefits. In this case, the trial court based its decision to grant summary judgment on only two issues: (1) that no viable cause of action in negligence exists because Dodd had an equal *65 opportunity for knowing the correct benefit amount; and (2) that Dodd's breach of contract claim cannot survive because an at-will employee is not owed any fiduciary duty, even regarding vested pension benefits. In order to make the calculations, Shubert had to obtain information from the payroll department and make allowances for vacation, longevity, overtime, and other pay. Gainesville was selected to be the county seat and chartered by the Georgia General Assembly on November 30, 1821. As of 2013, poultry farming remains a significant economic driver in Gainesville, representing six of its top ten employers (7,600 employees), nearly one-quarter of the total population in the city in 2010 (and a higher proportion of the working-age population). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 33.9 square miles (87.7 km2), of which 31.9 square miles (82.7 km2) are land and 1.9 square miles (5.0 km2), or 5.75%, are water.[12]. 770-535-6860. Age distribution was 33.9% under the age of 20, 9.5% from 20 to 24, 29.2% from 25 to 44, 16.7% from 45 to 64, and 10.5% who were 65 years of age or older.

[28] Gainesville is located in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a, enabling hardy palm trees and cacti to withstand frigid nights. This coalition provides theatrical entertainment for the entire Gainesville area. Therefore, the trial court erred in granting summary judgment to the City on this basis.[2]. Dodd and other officers were instructed by their supervisors to obtain benefits calculations from Shubert.

On December 22, 1915, the city's first high-rise, the Jackson Building, had its formal opening. By 1898, textile mills had become the primary driver of the economy, with the railroad integral to delivering raw cotton and carrying away the mills' products. [23], The Gainesville Symphony Orchestra (GSO) was a volunteer orchestra founded in 1982 as the Lanier Symphony Orchestra. Butler (US 129). The Quinlan Visual Arts Center acts as an exhibit, with multiple galleries on display throughout the year, as well as an event center.

The case is remanded for further proceedings. Tornado activity in the Gainesville area is above Georgia state average and is 108% greater than the overall U.S. average. Yet, the handbook states that it is intended only as "an informative guide to answer your basic questions" and a "general outline for major provisions." Tornado watches are frequent in the spring and summer, with a warning appearing at least biannually, occasionally with more than one per year. The Lakeside water treatment plant opened in 2002. Takin' Care of Business by Cary Ader, Helyx Overpass Receives FRA Award Read about your water quality. The median income for a household in the city was $38,119, and the median income for a family was $43,734. [43], The Public Defender's Office at Gainesville has been recognized as one of the best in the state of Georgia. By 2019 the population had risen to an estimated 43,232. About Gainesville; Maps; Alachua County; State of Florida; University of Florida; Santa … 300 Henry Ward Way, Suite 303, P.O. For every 100 females age 20 and over, there were 84.4 males. The number one priority of the employees of our Police Department is service to the citizens of our community. [1] (Citations and punctuation omitted.) In December 1973, an F3 tornado 2.1 miles away from the city center injured twenty-one people. The city has sponsored new social activities, including the Spring Chicken Festival in 2003, the Art in the Square gathering in 2004, and "Dredgefest" in 2008. 300 Henry Ward Way, Suite 303, P.O. We agree with Dodd that this theory is erroneous. [45] In 2008, a first-year attorney successfully challenged the Sex Offender Registration Law in the Georgia Supreme Court. Spring sees highs in the 70s and 80s with lows in the 40s and 50s although March is the wettest month of the year on average. To maintain this goal, our offices will be open to the public by appointment only. She had to factor into the equation Dodd's starting date, his proposed retirement date, and his salary over the preceding five years. Chickens have since become the state's largest agricultural crop. As the trial court noted in its order, where parties have equal opportunities for knowing the truth, "a party grossly failing to inform himself must take the consequences of his neglect. Gainesville has three private schools: Riverside Military Academy which is a private, college preparatory, boarding and day school for boys in grades 7 through 12; Lakeview Academy, a private, nondenominational, college preparatory school; and Brenau Academy, a female, college preparatory, residential school for grades 9-12, which is a part of the Brenau University system. Box 2496 Gainesville, GA 30503 770-535-6865 Business Hours Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm Sat/Sun: CLOSED Holidays: CLOSED DODD et al. All structures shall comply with the city of Gainesville zoning ordinances and construction codes including the following: © 2020, City of Gainesville, Florida. Learn more about the 2021 Budget. According to Gainesville's 2012 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report,[19] the top employers in the city are: Gainesville is the home of the Gainesville Theater Alliance (GTA), which is a partnership between Brenau University, the University of North Georgia, Theatre Wings, and the Professional Company. One of their more popular performances throughout the year is Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker. The mission of the Gainesville Police Department is to provide the highest quality of police services by being a PILLAR of our community. Interstate 985/U.S. Action Required by Brittany Dransfield, Redefining Livability Through Form, Function and Place, New Developments are Coming to Gainesville, Service Calls Decrease due to New Technologies