University Ave Safety Upgrades Coming | Gainesville News

Florida DOT is rolling out major upgrades for University Avenue in Gainesville — resurfacing a two-mile stretch, expanding medians, adding drainage, and installing a new crosswalk for the Sweetwater Greenway Trail. These improvements come after tragic student deaths in 2020-21 spurred earlier safety changes like raised crosswalks and signalized intersections. Community input is key: attend the in-person meeting on Sept 1 at 4:30 PM at the Matheson History Museum, or join the virtual session Aug 31 from 4:30–5:30 PM. This is about making University Avenue safer for everyone — drivers, walkers, and cyclists. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4977943baad94bc8