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Read. Follow. Verify.Gainesville Utility Fund Transfer Policy (2021-2027)
Record date · July 19, 2021
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What This Bill Does
This resolution establishes the specific dollar amounts to be transferred from Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU) to the City of Gainesville's General Government Fund for the fiscal years leading up to 2027.
The transfer of funds from the city-owned utility to the general city budget directly impacts the amount of revenue available for municipal services and the financial obligations of the utility provider through 2027.
Who It Affects
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Gainesville Regional Utilities
The utility is required to transfer specific funds to the city's general budget through 2027.
City of Gainesville Residents
The transfer of utility funds impacts the revenue available for general city services.
Key Facts
- Resolution No. 210116 was passed by the City Commission of Gainesville.
- The resolution sets the transfer amount from Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU) to the General Government Fund.
- The transfer schedule covers the period through fiscal year 2027.
- The resolution provides for an immediate effective date upon passage.
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- The item was formally presented to the UAB on July 8, 2021.
- The file number for this legislative action is 210116.
- The legislation was introduced on June 23, 2021.
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Long-term Budget Planning
The city is formalizing utility-to-general-fund transfers on a multi-year horizon (through 2027) rather than on an annual basis.
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