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Newberry City Commission Meeting Agenda: May 26, 2026

Original title: MEET-Agenda-4ae5cd57934b445bad704bebf89dac81

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The Frame

What this does

This meeting involves decisions on land development and infrastructure that will determine future housing density, public facility designations, and traffic management in Newberry.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Property owners of parcel 02573-000-000

The land use category for their property is proposed to change from Agriculture to Residential Low Density.

Newberry residents

Residents may be impacted by changes in traffic patterns from the new roundabout and potential residential development.

What changed

No recent stage movement in the current record.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Key Facts

  • The commission will vote on Ordinance #2026-09 to change the land use of 160 acres (parcel 02573-000-000) from Agriculture to Residential Low Density (4 units per acre).
  • Ordinance #2026-07 and #2026-08 propose changing the land use and zoning of Freddie Warmack Park (parcel 01935-000-000) to 'Public Facilities'.
  • Ordinance #2026-03 and #2026-04 address land use and zoning for four parcels (01765-001-000, 01770-000-000, 01772-000-000, 01772-001-000) recently annexed into the city.
  • The commission will hold a first reading for Ordinance #2026-23, which establishes a new policy for how the city acquires and sells real property.
  • The agenda includes an interlocal agreement with Alachua County for the construction of the Newberry Lane/CR 235 roundabout.
  • The commission will appoint a new representative to the Public Risk Management (PRM) Board.
  • Presentations are scheduled regarding school zone speed cameras and a Historic Preservation Month proclamation.
  • The meeting is scheduled for May 26, 2026, at 7:00 PM at City Hall North.

Why It Matters

This meeting involves decisions on land development and infrastructure that will determine future housing density, public facility designations, and traffic management in Newberry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I speak at this meeting?
Yes, there is a designated time for citizen comments, with a 5-minute limit per person.
What happens if the meeting runs late?
City policy is to end the meeting at 10:30 PM unless the Commission votes to extend it.
How can I request accommodations for a disability?
Contact the City Clerk at 352-472-2161 or ADArequests@newberryfl.gov at least 72 business hours before the meeting.

Summary

The Newberry City Commission will meet on May 26, 2026, to discuss land use amendments, rezoning requests, and infrastructure projects. Key items include the potential rezoning of 160 acres for residential use and the formalization of policies for city property acquisition.

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policy shift90% confidence

New Real Estate Policy

The city is moving to formalize a specific policy for the acquisition and disposition of real property, which was previously not governed by a dedicated article in the code.

Connected Entities

locationFreddie Warmack ParkCity-owned property subject to land use and zoning amendments.Map →
personRanda K. PaulCity Clerk.Map →
locationNewberryThe city where the meeting is held and where the land use changes are proposed.Map →
locationAlachua CountyJurisdiction involved in annexation and roundabout construction.Map →

Sources

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  • Controversy40
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