Summary The Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization (MTPO) recently amended its bylaws as it relates to the selection process of its Rural Advisor. A letter from MTPO Chair Charles S. Chestnut, IV dated Dec. 12, 2017, requested each municipality in Alachua County (other than the City of Gainesville) submit its Rural Advisor nominee to the MTPO by Jan. 31, 2018.
Former City Commissioner of Archer Doug Jones has been serving as the Rural Advisor on the MTPO. He has notified the municipalities that he is still interested in continuing to serve in this capacity. The City Commission has full discretion in choosing its nominee. |