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Gainesville commission adopts second budget amendment; adds firefighters and recognizes grants
Summary
Commissioners approved a second fiscal‑year 2026 budget amendment that adds six firefighter FTEs, reallocates some street‑station housing funds, recognizes state grants (about $600,000) and a $150,000 children’s trust award, and authorized fleet and other purchases.
The Gainesville City Commission unanimously adopted a second amendment to the fiscal year 2026 general government budget on March 5, approving several staffing additions and new or reallocated spending recommended by city staff.
City Manager summarized the amendment’s highlights, saying the amendment recommends adding six full‑time firefighter positions to help reduce overtime costs by placing one additional firefighter on each of the four shifts. The packet also included…
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