Wild Spaces Public Places Updates

An article in the January 3^rd edition of The Gainesville Sun discussed the progress of Wild Spaces - Public Places (WSPP) Projects. As City Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Director, I wish to provide you with more information to help clarify the status of projectsfunded through the Wild Spaces - Public Places tax initiative. Please read more...

Steven R. Phillips, Director
City of Gainesville
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs

On November 4, 2008, City and County voters cast their ballots in favor of a half-cent sales tax initiative commonly referred to as the Wild Spaces, Public Places tax initiative. With this public affirmation, our community chose to demonstrate its commitment to fund a unique quality of life that respects our environment and that values a green, sustainable future. The initiative funds local capital improvement projects for our parks, recreational and cultural programs, as well as sensitive lands acquisition. The City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department is charged with developing an implementation plan to ensure that public funding is spent wisely to achieve maximum return for each dollar invested.

For detailed information about the progress of Wild Space Public Places projects, please click on the View Projects Online button. Using this link, you may see your contribution at work! You will be redirected to a construction project management site powered by Procore. Again, thank you for your commitment to the improving Gainesville’s quality of life!