Alachua County approves task force, yard‑waste processing and a contested SW 8th Avenue right‑of‑way purchase

May 10, 2026

The county commission on July 14 approved a Business & Economic Growth Task Force, extended a yard‑waste processing contract and voted 3–2 to buy right‑of‑way for a SW 8th Avenue extension despite appraisals lower than the purchase price; commissioners also directed staff on other follow‑up items.

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The Alachua County Board of County Commissioners on July 14 approved several agenda items affecting county operations and capital projects.

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