The City of Gainesville is the county seat and largest city in Alachua County, Florida, United States. It is located in North Central Florida and is home to the University of Florida, which is one of the largest universities in the United States. The city has a population of approximately 133,000 people and covers an area of 62.4 square miles. The City of Gainesville provides a wide range of services to its residents, including police and fire protection, waste management, parks and recreation, and public transportation. The city is governed by a mayor and six city commissioners, who are elected by the residents of Gainesville.