Gainesville City Commission moves forward with East Gainesville sports complex proposal
The Gainesville City Commission voted unanimously Thursday to forge ahead with the proposed East Gainesville sports complex.
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The Gainesville City Commission voted unanimously Thursday to forge ahead with the proposed East Gainesville sports complex.
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