Ocala public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council will consider several land use and rezoning ordinances, including an annexation at SW College Road. The meeting also includes decisions on various professional service contracts and affordable housing incentive disbursements.

• Rezoning and annexation ordinances for property at SW College Road and SW 43rd Court
• Professional design services for Water Treatment Plant No. 2 up to $4,999,484
• Electric transmission design and engineering services contract up to $2,500,000
• Affordable housing incentive disbursement to Madison Oaks West, LLC up to $210,900
• Economic Investment Program Agreement with Interstate Trailer Plus, LLC up to $300,000

The City Council approved several high-value infrastructure contracts, including a water treatment plant design and electric transmission services. The council also adopted four ordinances for property annexation and rezoning and approved multiple affordable housing and economic incentive disbursements.

• Approved $4,999,484 design agreement for Water Treatment Plant No. 2 (5-0)
• Approved $2.5M electric transmission design contract with GAI Consultants, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $750,000 purchase of electric revenue meters from Wesco Distribution, Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-22 to annex 2.72 acres at SW College Road and SW 43rd Court (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 2023-23, 2023-24, 2023-25, and 2023-26 for various rezoning requests (5-0)
• Approved $210,900 affordable housing disbursement to Madison Oaks West, LLC (5-0)
• Adopted Budget Resolution 2023-113 for $200,000 affordable housing disbursement to Silver Point Ltd. (5-0)
• Postponed public hearing for Shands Teaching Hospital and Clinics, Inc. development agreement (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider a special exception request for Greater New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church. The request seeks to allow an addition to the place of worship within the R-2 Two-Family Residential zone.

• Special Exception SE22-45033: Addition to a church/place of worship at 612 NW 4th Place
• Approval of minutes from the November 21, 2022 meeting
• Proof of publication for Star Banner Ad FO-33347034

The Board approved a special exception request for the Greater New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church of Ocala, FL, Inc. (SE22-45033). The Board also approved the minutes from the November 21, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes from November 21, 2022 meeting
• Approved special exception SE22-45033 for Greater New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church of Ocala, FL, Inc.

Brownfields Advisory Committee (Read-Only)

The scheduled meeting for the Ocala Brownfields Advisory Committee on December 15, 2022, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted by the committee at this time.

East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will review grant applications for the East Ocala Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA). Members will also receive updates regarding East Ocala CRA projects and the FY23 budget documents.

• Review of East Ocala CRA grant applications
• East Ocala CRA FY23 Budget documents review
• East Ocala CRA grant fund accounting update
• Approval of August 24, 2022 minutes

The committee approved recommendations for sidewalk studies on NE 2nd and 3rd Streets. It also recommended increasing maximum award amounts and City match percentages for residential and commercial grant programs.

• Approved August 24, 2022 minutes
• Recommended sidewalk study on NE 2nd Street and NE 3rd Street between NE Watula Avenue and NE 12th Avenue
• Recommended sidewalk study continue on NE 2nd Street and NE 3rd Street from NE 19th Avenue to NE 25th Avenue
• Recommended Residential Paint Grant maximum increase to $4,000 (contracted) and $2,000 (materials)
• Recommended Commercial Facade Grant maximum increase to $20,000 with CRA match increased to 60%
• Recommended Historic Commercial Building Grant maximum increase to $40,000 with CRA match increased to 60%

City Council: Work Session

The Ocala City Council is holding a work session to discuss specific municipal topics. The agenda includes discussions regarding Water Treatment Plant #2 and the Annexation Policy (2023-0304).

• Discussion of Water Treatment Plant #2
• Discussion of Annexation Policy 2023-0304

The City Council held a work session to review the progress and funding of Water Treatment Plant #2 and discuss potential updates to the city's annexation policy. No formal votes were taken during this session.

• Discussed funding for Water Treatment Plant #2 shared between City ($35,983,068), SJRWMD ($17,991,534), and FDEP ($17,991,534)
• Proposed requiring a cost analysis for every property prior to annexation

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a request to rezone 10.89 acres for medium industrial use and a plat vacation for approximately 50.50 acres. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding a concurrency development agreement for a new UF Health Shands hospital project.

• Rezoning 10.89 acres at 2340 NW 27th Avenue from Light Industrial to Medium Industrial
• Plat vacation of approximately 50.50 acres in Lake Louise Estates and Lake Louise Manor
• Public hearing for a Concurrency Development Agreement for a neighborhood hospital on the east side of I-75
• Review of Planning Staff Reports content and organization

No substantive decisions were made during this meeting because a quorum was not present. All agenda items, including a rezoning case and a plat vacation, will be moved to the January 9, 2023 agenda.

North Magnolia Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will review the North Magnolia FY23 budget and grant programs. The meeting also includes a staff report regarding the Marion Heights redevelopment project and ITN.

• FY23 North Magnolia budget review
• Marion Heights redevelopment project and ITN discussion
• Grant programs and applications review

City Council

The City Council will hold elections for Council President and President Pro-Tem. The meeting includes votes on district boundary redesignations, alcohol sale regulations, and several high-value service agreements.

• Redesignating City Council Districts Two, Three, Four, and Five
• Repealing no alcohol sales on Christmas Day
• Fiber optic cable installation services up to $3,000,000
• EPA funds and sanitation transfers for zero-emission electric vehicles totaling $2,188,857
• Intersection improvements at State Road 492 and NE 25th Avenue for $259,179

Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee will meet to review Downtown Ocala CRA grants. The committee will also receive updates regarding Downtown Ocala CRA projects and the current budget.

• Downtown Ocala CRA grants
• Downtown Ocala CRA projects & budget update
• Approval of October 25, 2022 minutes

The Committee approved 60 grants totaling $1,197,765 and reviewed the fiscal year 2023 budget. Members discussed streetscape extensions on 5th Street and SW Broadway Street, as well as a proposed parking garage concept. A framework for a new construction grant program was introduced for future presentation.

• Approved October 25, 2022 minutes
• Approved 60 grants totaling $1,197,765

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Board will meet to review certificates of appropriateness and affirmative maintenance items. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding metal roofs under old business.

• Review of Case File #177; COA22-45031
• Certificates of Appropriateness
• Affirmative Maintenance
• Discussion regarding metal roofs

The Board approved a request for window replacements at 740 SE 3rd Street and approved a matter regarding affirmative maintenance for 119 NE Sanchez. Members also reviewed a draft metal roof guide and discussed bed and breakfast rental rules.

• Approved November 3, 2022 minutes as amended
• Approved window replacements for 740 SE 3rd Street (Case File #177; COA22-45031)
• Approved affirmative maintenance matter for 119 NE Sanchez

Firefighters' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review attorney and consultant reports, including a quarterly report through September 30, 2022. The meeting includes discussions on disability applications, retirement approvals, and pension buy-back items.

• Attorney memo regarding PTSD PSOB benefits
• Disability application notification and introduction
• Ignacio-Simon buy back item
• September 30, 2022, Quarterly Report
• Retirement approvals for Glen Shepheard and David Battisti

The Board approved the retirements of Glen Shepheard and David Battisti and authorized moving available cash to Integrity. Members also voted to maintain the current Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) until the February meeting. Additionally, the Board approved a military service buy-back for Mr. Ignacio-Simon.

• Approved military service buy-back of 1 year and 8 months for Mr. Ignacio-Simon
• Authorized moving available cash, minus administrative expenses, to Integrity
• Approved retirements for Glen Shepheard and David Battisti
• Approved August 15, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved expenses from August through October 2022
• Approved maintaining COLA as is until the February meeting

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to present and review the year-end report. The agenda also includes a period for public comments.

• Review of Year End Report

Board of Adjustment

The Ocala Board of Adjustment will meet to hear requests for special exceptions regarding a drive-through restaurant and multi-family housing. The board will also review the minutes from the June 8, 2022, meeting.

• Special exception for a drive-in or drive-through restaurant at 1255 East Silver Springs Boulevard
• Special exception for multi-family housing in the 3900 block of East Silver Springs Boulevard
• Approval of minutes from the June 8, 2022, meeting

The Board of Adjustment approved the minutes from June 8, 2022, and granted approval for two special exception cases. Case SE22-44992 involved a request for a special exception on a property with multifamily potential and discussions regarding FDOT curb cuts on State Road 40.

• Approved June 8, 2022 minutes
• Approved Case SE22-44958
• Approved Case SE22-44992

Brownfields Advisory Committee (Read-Only)

The committee will review an update regarding completed Brownfield Assessments related to the Brownfields Assessment Grant. The meeting also includes approval of the October 20, 2022, minutes.

• Update on Brownfields Assessment Grant
• Review of completed Brownfield Assessments
• Approval of October 20, 2022, minutes

The committee reviewed updates on properties being redeveloped under the Brownfields assessment grant, including sites at 98 NE 9th Street, 3439 NE 1st Avenue, and 415 SE 1st Avenue. Staff reported that Tucker Hill site plans are complete and will be used for affordable single-family home lots. The approval of the October 20, 2022 minutes was tabled.

• Tabled approval of October 20, 2022 minutes

West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to review the Heritage Trail and receive updates on other projects. The agenda also includes a review of development and zoning cases.

• Heritage Trail update
• Development & zoning cases update
• Approval of September 15, 2022 minutes

The committee received updates on the Heritage Trail installation and the solicitation process for the former GOCDC building. No new zoning cases were presented. The approval of the September 15, 2022 minutes was tabled.

• Tabled approval of September 15, 2022 minutes

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will consider an application for a Downtown Commercial Building Improvement Grant. The presentation regarding this application will be provided by Tye Chighizola.

• Downtown Commercial Building Improvement Grant application for 112 South Magnolia Avenue

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board approved a Downtown Commercial Building Improvement Grant for a property at 112 South Magnolia Avenue. The board also approved the meeting minutes from October 18, 2022.

• Approved Downtown Commercial Building Improvement Grant for 112 South Magnolia Avenue
• Approved regular meeting minutes from October 18, 2022

City Council

The City Council will review multiple ordinances regarding land use, including a rezoning for industrial property on NE 19th Avenue and an annexation of 27.27 acres at West Highway 40. The meeting also includes discussions on budget amendments for Hurricane Ian expenditures and various city service contracts.

• Rezoning from M-1 to M-2 for 13.17 acres along NE 19th Avenue
• Annexation of approximately 27.27 acres at West Highway 40 and NW 52nd Avenue
• Budget amendment of $455,452 for Hurricane Ian expenditures
• Purchase of three LIFEPAK defibrillators from Stryker Sales Corporation for $106,440
• Ordinance to amend the Code of Ordinances regarding a senior citizen homestead exemption

City Council adopted several ordinances including a homestead exemption for certain senior citizens and multiple rezoning requests. The council also approved various equipment purchases and budget amendments for hurricane recovery and housing grants.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-10 for additional senior citizen homestead exemptions
• Approved rezoning 13.17 acres from M-1 to M-2 (Case ZON22-44951)
• Approved annexation of 27.27 acres at W Highway 40 and NW 52nd Avenue
• Approved rezoning 18.24 acres to R-3 Multi-family Residential (Case ZON22-44855)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-16 strengthening golf cart driver requirements
• Approved $106,440 purchase of three LIFEPAK defibrillators
• Adopted Budget Resolution 2023-105 for $455,452 in Hurricane Ian expenditures
• Approved $190,000 contract for concert series production with Dillon Video and Film Productions, Inc.

General Employees' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review quarterly investment performance through September 30, 2022. The meeting includes discussions on attorney memos regarding IRS rules and Delaware law, as well as an update on the investment assumption rate.

• Quarterly Investment Report for Q3 2022
• Attorney memos regarding Minimum Distribution and the Safety Officer Support Act of 2022
• Private Credit Search summary
• Discussion regarding Update of Investment Assumption Rate
• Review of August 8, 2022, meeting minutes

The Board approved the August 8, 2022 meeting minutes. Trustees decided to invite three investment managers to the February 2023 meeting to discuss the Private Credit asset class. No changes were recommended for the investment plan this quarter.

• Approved August 8, 2022 minutes (3-0)
• Decided to bring in Bardin Hill Investment Partners, Searchlight Capital Partners, and BC Partners to the February 2023 meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing multiple land use, annexation, and rezoning applications. These items include requests for property changes at SW College Road, SW 60th Avenue, and NW 10th Street.

• Annexation and land use change for 2.72 acres at SW College Road and SW 43rd Court
• Rezoning 7.60 acres from GU to M-1 on the west side of SW 60th Avenue
• Rezoning 5.96 acres at I-75 northbound and NW Blitchton Rd from M-2/B-4 to B-4
• Rezoning 0.90 acres at 2640 NW 10th Street from M-1 to B-5
• Subdivision presentation SUB22-44681

The Commission approved a residential conceptual subdivision plan and several land use changes. These included an annexation and zoning requests for restaurant development and other use options.

• Approved SUB22-44681 West Oaks PH 3 Residential Conceptual Subdivision Plan
• Approved ANX22-45000 annexation request
• Approved LUC22-45001 land use request
• Approved ZON22-45002 zoning request
• Approved ZON22-44988 rezoning to M-1
• Approved ZON22-45003 zoning request
• Approved ZON22-45004 zoning request

City Council: Work Session

The Ocala City Council will hold a work session to discuss several strategic topics. Discussion items include city council district boundaries, economic development, residential surplus lots, and catalytic sites.

• Discussion of City Council District Boundaries
• Discussion of Economic Development
• Discussion of Residential Surplus Lots
• Discussion of Catalytic Sites

The City Council held a work session to review two redistricting options, with several members expressing preference for Option 1. Staff presented proposed changes to small business and economic investment programs and outlined a new solicitation process for residential surplus lots. No formal votes were taken during this session.

• Discussed redistricting Option 1 and Option 2; Mayor Guinn, Council President Bethea, and Council Member Musleh expressed preference for Option 1
• Proposed reducing Small Business Investment Program minimum annual wage from 125% to 115%
• Proposed $25,000 maximum grant for Small Business Investment Program with a 3-year contract term
• Proposed tier-based system for Economic Investment Program and suspension of EDIR
• Outlined Residential Inventory Redevelopment Program using a two-step solicitation process with a 5-lot cap per proposer
• Reviewed Airport land sale and lease criteria, noting the Airport Advisory Committee does not support selling property at this time

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will review minutes from the October 6, 2022 meeting and consider several Certificates of Appropriateness. The board will also hold a discussion regarding metal roofing guidelines.

• Renewal of expired COA for 516 SE 12th Ave (Case File #355)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 719 SE Tuscawilla Avenue (Case File #247)
• Discussion on metal roof guidelines (2023-0136)

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board approved several Certificates of Appropriateness for porch railings, new construction, and fencing. The Board also recommended that the Code Enforcement Board waive $27,000 in fines for a property on NE Sanchez Avenue to facilitate its sale.

• Approved installation of wooden balustrade at 719 SE Tuscawilla Avenue (4-2)
• Approved new construction of single-family home at 516 SE 12th Avenue (6-0)
• Approved door and carport trellis at 716 SE Wenona Avenue (6-0)
• Approved fencing at 716 SE Wenona Avenue (6-0)
• Determined no COAs are required at this time for 119 NE Sanchez Avenue (6-0)
• Recommended Code Enforcement Board waive fines for 119 NE Sanchez Avenue (6-0)
• Approved October 6, 2022 minutes as amended (6-0)

Investment Committee

The Investment Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and review reports from several asset management firms. The meeting includes an overview of the Internal Investment Report.

• Sawgrass Asset Management report
• Seix Investment Advisor report
• PFM Asset Management report
• CapTrust Asset Management report
• Internal Investment Report overview

City Council

The City Council is considering several large contracts for construction, utility services, and information technology. The meeting also includes the introduction of multiple ordinances regarding zoning, land use, and alcohol requirements.

• Construction services for SW 44th Avenue Extension Project: $3,168,205
• City-wide IT equipment and software licenses: up to $1,684,350
• Public safety IT equipment and software licenses: up to $1,971,965
• Settlement in Bowlin v City of Ocala: $200,000
• Rezoning and land use ordinances for various properties

City Council voted against a resolution to expand the official golf cart map into downtown Ocala. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts and IT equipment purchases. A proposed ordinance regarding alcohol sales on Christmas Day was withdrawn for revision.

• Denied Resolution 2023-7 to expand golf cart map downtown (2-3)
• Approved $3,168,205 contract for SW 44th Avenue Extension Project Phase I
• Approved $155,375 contract with Foundation Services, Inc. for grouting services
• Approved $750,000 and $200,000 renewal agreements with Service and Technology Network Solutions, Inc.
• Approved IT equipment and software licenses not to exceed $1,684,350
• Approved public safety IT equipment and software licenses not to exceed $1,971,965
• Approved $200,000 settlement for Bowlin v City of Ocala
• Approved appointments of Jean Floten to Municipal Arts Commission and Thomas G. Smallen to Airport Advisory Committee

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will review and discuss the year-end report and receive a permitting presentation. Members will also approve previous meeting minutes and set the meeting schedule for 2023.

• Permitting presentation by Aubrey Hale
• Review and discussion of Year End Report
• Approval of July 15, 2022 and July 27, 2022 minutes
• Setting of 2023 meeting dates

East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The scheduled meeting for the East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee on October 26, 2022, was cancelled. The original agenda included reviews of CRA grant applications and budget updates.

• Meeting cancelled

Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee will review CRA grant applications and project budget updates. The meeting includes a discussion regarding a grant for 112 S Magnolia Ave.

• CRA grant CRA22-45010 for 112 S Magnolia Ave (Engeland Voelkers Ocala)
• Downtown Ocala CRA grant budget updates
• Approval of June 28, 2022 minutes

The committee approved a grant for a facade rebuild at 112 S Magnolia Ave. Members also reviewed the FY23 grant budget and discussed upcoming redistricting workshops.

• Approved June 28, 2022 minutes
• Approved $25,000 grant for facade rebuild at 112 S Magnolia Ave (CRA22-45010)

Brownfields Advisory Committee (Read-Only)

The Brownfields Advisory Committee will meet to review the September 15, 2022, minutes and receive an update on the Brownfields Assessment Grant. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as a call to order and proof of publication.

• Approval of September 15, 2022, minutes
• Update on Brownfields Assessment Grant

The Brownfields Advisory Committee received an update on a $500,000 EPA assessment grant approved by City Council. Two environmental consultants, Terracon Consultants, Inc. and PPM Consultants, Inc., were selected to conduct Phase I and Phase II assessments. The project must be completed by September 30, 2026, with quarterly reports and six public meetings required. The committee also learned that City Council reduced the committee's membership from 11 to 9 members.

• Approved September 15, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• City Council approved $500,000 EPA grant award and appropriated funds
• City Council approved contracts for two Brownfields environmental consultants (Terracon Consultants, Inc. and PPM Consultants, Inc.)
• City Council reduced Brownfields Advisory Committee membership from 11 to 9 members

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will meet to review agency business and approve previous meeting minutes. The primary agenda item is an application for a commercial property improvement grant.

• Approval of September 6, 2022, CRA minutes
• $10,000 North Magnolia CRA Commercial Property Improvement Grant for 825 N. Magnolia Avenue

The board approved a $10,000 Commercial Property Improvement Grant for a property at 825 N. Magnolia Avenue. The minutes also show approval of the September 6, 2022 meeting minutes. The meeting was brief, lasting only two minutes.

• Approved $10,000 North Magnolia CRA Commercial Property Improvement Grant for 825 N. Magnolia Avenue (5-0)
• Approved CRA minutes from September 6, 2022 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several land use amendments, annexations, and rezonings for properties on SE 31st Street and SW 38th Avenue. The meeting also includes decisions on professional design services for a water treatment plant and various municipal service contracts.

• Design services for Water Treatment Plant No. 2 up to $4,999,484
• Fuel service renewal with Indigo Energy Partners, LLC for $4,600,000
• EPA brownfields assessment grant award of $500,000
• Rezoning and annexation of properties at SE 31st Street and SE 36th Avenue
• Bulk engine oil contract with Palmdale Oil Company, Inc. for $512,937

The City Council voted 5-0 to adopt a series of ordinances annexing and rezoning approximately 31 acres at SE 31st Street and SE 36th Avenue, clearing the way for a 348-unit multifamily development. The council also approved a development agreement with J & G Cedar Shores 26, LLC, including restrictions on access and setbacks. Additionally, the council approved the reappointment of Police Chief Michael Balken, City Clerk Angel Jacobs, Internal Auditor Randall Bridgeman, City Manager Peter Lee, and the appointment of William Sexton as City Attorney.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-1 annexing 6.15 acres at SE 31st St & SE 36th Ave (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-4 annexing 24.86 acres at SE 31st St & SE 36th Ave (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-6 rezoning 24.86 acres to R-3 Multi-Family Residential (5-0)
• Approved Chapter 163 Development Agreement with J & G Cedar Shores 26, LLC (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Police Chief Michael Balken (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of City Manager Peter Lee (5-0)
• Approved appointment of William Sexton as City Attorney (5-0)
• Approved $4.6M fuel services contract with Indigo Energy Partners (4-0, Musleh absent)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing several land use and development requests. These include a rezoning for industrial use, a concurrency development agreement, and requests for annexation and land use changes.

• Rezoning 13.17 acres on the west side of NE 19th Avenue from M-1 to M-2
• Concurrency Development Agreement for 24.86 acres at SE 31st Street and SE 36th Avenue
• Annexation of 27.27 acres at the northeast corner of West Highway 40 and NW 52nd Avenue
• Land use change for 27.27 acres at West Highway 40 and NW 52nd Avenue

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a Chapter 163 development agreement for the Hillpointe project, a proposed 324-unit residential development, with conditions including a 50-foot buffer, height limits, and no access on SE 38th Street. The commission also approved a rezoning to M-2 for outdoor storage, a voluntary annexation, and a land use change for a property in an enclave. All items will go to City Council for final approval.

• Approved Chapter 163 development agreement for Hillpointe 324-unit project (4-0-1, Kesselring abstained)
• Approved ZON22-44951 rezoning to M-2 with 30% outdoor storage limit (5-0)
• Approved ANX22-44952 voluntary annexation of enclave property (5-0)
• Approved LUC22-44953 land use change for enclave property (5-0)
• Approved September 12, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will review several Certificates of Appropriateness for specific properties. The board will also hold a discussion regarding metal roofs.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 122 SE Wenona Ave (Case # 293)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 1213 SE 3rd St (Case # 274)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 205 SE Sanchez Avenue (Case # 150)
• Discussion on metal roofs

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board denied a certificate of appropriateness for vinyl porch flooring at 122 SE Wenona Avenue, finding the material did not preserve the historic character. The board approved a roof replacement with architectural shingles at 205 SE Sanchez Avenue and a kitchen addition with a setback variance at 1213 SE 3rd Street. The board also discussed drafting an ordinance for metal roof colors and approved several sets of prior meeting minutes.

• Denied COA22-44969 for vinyl porch flooring at 122 SE Wenona Avenue; applicant must replace with suitable material.
• Approved COA22-44971 for architectural shingle roof replacement at 205 SE Sanchez Avenue.
• Approved COA22-44974 for a 16x16 kitchen addition and front setback variance from 25' to 20' at 1213 SE 3rd Street.
• Approved meeting minutes for October 2021 through December 2021 and January, February, April, and May 2022.
• Discussed drafting an ordinance to regulate metal roof colors, with staff to prepare a draft for review.
• Noted that fence regulations have been added to the Ocala Code.

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding land use, annexations, and rezonings. The meeting also includes a budget amendment for American Rescue Plan Act funds and a state of emergency declaration for Hurricane Ian.

• Appropriate $6,101,080 from the American Rescue Plan Act via Budget Resolution 2023-100
• Declare a State of Emergency due to Hurricane Ian via Resolution 2023-4
• Approve $100,000 FDOT grant for airport infrastructure improvements via Resolution 2023-3
• Approve $190,000 annual agreement with Ocala Metro Chamber & Economic Partnership
• Discuss alcohol sales for The Depot on Magnolia and the Ocala Arts Festival

The Ocala City Council approved a $6.1 million budget amendment using American Rescue Plan Act funds and declared a state of emergency due to Hurricane Ian. They also adopted several resolutions and ordinances, including land-use changes and alcohol sales permits, and approved a $190,000 economic partnership agreement.

• Adopted Budget Resolution 2023-100 amending FY2021-2022 budget with $6,101,080 from ARPA (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-4 declaring a State of Emergency for Hurricane Ian (4-0)
• Approved annual agreement with Ocala Metro Chamber & Economic Partnership for $190,000 (3-1)
• Approved beer/wine sales for The Depot on Magnolia (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-2 allowing alcohol sales at Ocala Arts Festival (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-86 amending Future Land Use Element for property north of NE 35th Street (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-2 concerning SunTran's ten-year Transit Development Plan (4-0)
• Approved Public Transportation Grant Agreement with FDOT for $100,000 airport improvements (4-0)

North Magnolia Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The North Magnolia Redevelopment Advisory Committee will meet to review grant applications for the Marion Heights-North Magnolia Redevelopment Project. The committee will also receive updates on various project items.

• North Magnolia Grant Applications for Marion Heights-North Magnolia Redevelopment Project
• Project updates and other items

City Council

The City Council will meet to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget for the City of Ocala and its Downtown Development fund. The agenda also includes several quasi-judicial hearings regarding zoning, land use, and alcohol sales.

• Adopt Fiscal Year 2022-2023 City of Ocala budget of $970,633,613
• Adopt Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Downtown Development fund budget of $381,900
• Approve $4,689,090 construction agreement for SE 17th Street Force Main Replacement Project
• Approve $5,157,999 affordable housing incentive fund disbursement for Silver Pointe Apartments
• Zoning change for 15 acres on the east side of SW 43rd Court

The City Council denied a Chapter 163 Development Agreement and a rezoning to R-3 for a proposed 288-unit multifamily/single-family development on 15 acres across from Saddlewood Elementary. The votes were 4-1 against both items, with only Council Member Mansfield voting in favor. The Council also approved the $968.3 million FY 2022-2023 city budget, adopted millage rates, and approved several contracts including a $5.16 million force main replacement project.

• Denied Chapter 163 Development Agreement for 288-unit development on SW 43rd Court (4-1)
• Denied rezoning to R-3 for 15 acres across from Saddlewood Elementary (4-1)
• Adopted FY 2022-2023 city budget of $968,338,613 as amended (5-0)
• Approved $5,157,999 contract with Pospiech Contracting for SE 17th Street Force Main Replacement (5-0)
• Approved $5,275,797 for purchase of 84 vehicles and equipment (5-0)
• Approved 25-month employment agreement with City Attorney William E. Sexton (5-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreements with FOP Lodge #129 for 2022-2025 (5-0)
• Approved sale of beer/wine for off-premise consumption at 7-Eleven #41806 on SE Maricamp Road (3-2)

Brownfields Advisory Committee (Read-Only)

The Brownfields Advisory Committee will hold a meeting to discuss updates regarding the Brownfields Environmental Consulting Services assessment grant. The committee will also conduct an election of officers and review minutes from the May 19, 2022, meeting.

• Update on Brownfields Assessment Grant
• Election of Committee Officers
• Approval of May 19, 2022, minutes

The Brownfields Advisory Committee approved the minutes from May 19, 2022, re-elected Ruth Reed as Chair and Elgin Carelock as Vice Chair, and recommended reducing the committee from 11 to 8 members to fill vacancies. Staff reported a $500,000 EPA grant for Phase I/II assessments, with a contract going to City Council on October 4.

• Approved May 19, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Re-elected Ruth Reed as Chair and Elgin Carelock as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to reduce committee from 11 to 8 members (unanimous)

West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will conduct business including the election of officers and updates on the Heritage Trail. The agenda also includes project updates, an invitation to negotiate, and development and zoning case updates.

• Election of Officers
• Heritage Trail updates
• Invitation to Negotiate
• Development & zoning cases update
• Approval of March 17 and May 19, 2022 minutes

The West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved the minutes from March and May 2022 and re-elected Reginald Landers Jr. as Chairman and Elgin Carelock as Vice Chairman. Staff provided updates on several projects including Heritage Trail, Tucker Hill affordable housing, Reed Place redevelopment, and the Mary Sue Rich Community Center, but no formal votes were taken on those items.

• Approved March 17, 2022 and May 19, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Re-elected Reginald Landers Jr. as Chairman (unanimous)
• Re-elected Elgin Carelock as Vice Chairman (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Ocala City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding fire assessment rates. The council will consider Resolution 2022-52 to approve these rates for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.

• Public hearing for Resolution 2022-52 regarding fiscal year 2022-2023 fire assessment rates

The City Council voted 4-1 to adopt an amended resolution setting the fiscal year 2022-2023 fire assessment rates at $9.2 million in revenue, the same as the previous year. An earlier motion to adopt the originally proposed $11.5 million rate failed 2-3. The decision followed public comments expressing concern about tax increases and their impact on residents and businesses.

• Denied original Resolution 2022-52 with $11.5M fire assessment revenue (2-3)
• Adopted amended Resolution 2022-52 with $9.2M fire assessment revenue (4-1)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several requests regarding land annexation, future land use amendments, and zoning changes. Most items involve transitioning property from County to City designations for residential or governmental use.

• Annexation of 24.86 acres at SE 31st Street and SE 36th Avenue by Hillpointe, LLC
• Future Land Use amendment for 24.86 acres at SE 31st Street and SE 36th Avenue
• Rezoning 24.86 acres at SE 31st Street and SE 36th Avenue to R-3 Multi-Family Residential
• Zoning change for 3.92 acres at SW 15th Street and SW 6th Avenue to Governmental Use
• Rezoning 34.06 acres on the west side of SW 38th Avenue to R-3 Multi-Family Residential

City Council

The City Council will consider the tentative 2022-2023 City of Ocala budget of $970,633,613 and various millage rates. The meeting also includes discussions on legal appointments, insurance contracts, and several development agreements.

• Adopt tentative 2022-2023 City of Ocala budget of $970,633,613
• Adopt tentative 2022-2023 City millage rate of 6.6177
• Approve $60,000 Economic Investment Program agreement with WINCO MFG, LLC
• Approve $500,000 FDEP Grant Agreement for the Ocala Sewer Exfiltration Project
• Approve $1,827,215 in projected insurance premiums for property, casualty, liability, and workers compensation

The Ocala City Council adopted the tentative fiscal year 2022-2023 budget of $970,633,613 and approved Peter Lee as city manager (4-1). The council also approved numerous contracts and agreements, including a $1.8M insurance premium package, a $7.6M transformer contract, and a redevelopment agreement for The Forge at Madison Commons. A 7-Eleven beer/wine sale was postponed, and a selection for the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee saw no vote taken.

• Adopted $970.6M tentative FY2022-2023 city budget (unanimous)
• Approved Peter Lee as city manager (4-1)
• Approved $1.8M property/casualty/workers comp insurance premiums (4-0)
• Approved $7.6M transformer contract with Gresco Utility (4-0)
• Approved redevelopment agreement for The Forge at Madison Commons (4-0)
• Approved $60K Economic Investment Program agreement with WINCO MFG (4-0)
• Postponed 7-Eleven beer/wine sale at SE Maricamp Road
• Adopted Downtown Event Zone ordinance (Ordinance 2022-83) (4-0)

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will review and vote on budget resolutions for four subarea funds. The board will also consider redevelopment agreements and various building and residential improvement grants.

• Adopt FY 2022-2023 budgets for East Ocala ($1,106,630), Downtown ($921,261), North Magnolia ($646,066), and West Ocala ($1,741,814) subareas
• Redevelopment agreement for The Forge at Madison Commons, LLC at 343 NE First Avenue
• Historic Building Improvement grants for 621 E Fort King St. ($16,000), 752 E. Silver Springs Blvd. ($24,496), and 805 E. Fort King St. ($10,000)
• Residential Paint Grant for 932 NE Seventh St. ($2,000)
• Downtown Commercial Building Improvement Grant for 22 S Magnolia ($3,390)

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board unanimously adopted four subarea budgets totaling $4,415,771 for fiscal year 2022-2023. The board also approved a redevelopment agreement for The Forge at Madison Commons, LLC at 343 NE First Avenue, including a $250,000 CRA grant for a $4 million retail plaza project. Additionally, the board approved multiple grant applications for historic building improvements, a residential paint grant, and an amended commercial building improvement grant.

• Adopted East Ocala Redevelopment Subarea Fund budget of $1,106,630 (5-0)
• Adopted Downtown Redevelopment Subarea Fund budget of $921,261 (5-0)
• Adopted North Magnolia Redevelopment Subarea Fund budget of $646,066 (5-0)
• Adopted West Ocala Redevelopment Subarea Fund budget of $1,741,814 (5-0)
• Approved redevelopment agreement for The Forge at Madison Commons, LLC at 343 NE First Avenue with $250,000 CRA grant (5-0)
• Approved three East Ocala CRA Historic Building Improvement grants totaling $50,496 (5-0)
• Approved East Ocala CRA Residential Paint Grant of $2,000 for 932 NE Seventh St. (5-0)
• Approved amended Downtown Commercial Building Improvement Grant of $3,390 for 22 S Magnolia (5-0)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Ocala City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a candidate for the position of City Attorney. No other legislative or business items are listed on the agenda.

• Consideration of City Attorney Candidate

The City Council approved William Sexton as the new City Attorney after the previous candidate declined the offer due to relocation issues. The salary package includes a $200,000 annual salary, a $7,500 one-time moving payment, and a PTO package based on ten years of longevity. Council also granted a six-month extension for Mr. Sexton to commute from Gainesville until he finds permanent residence in Ocala.

• Approved William Sexton as City Attorney with $200,000 salary, $7,500 moving package, and PTO based on ten years longevity (unanimous roll call vote)
• Granted six-month extension for Mr. Sexton to commute from Gainesville until he finds permanent residence in Ocala

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will review several Certificates of Appropriateness for properties in Ocala. The meeting also includes a review of previous meeting minutes and affirmative maintenance items.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 1241 E Fort King St (Case #312)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 805 E Fort King St (Case #141)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 317 SE Wenona Ave (Case #353)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews with the Vose Law Firm, James E. Saunders, and William E. Sexton. Following these interviews, the Council will discuss next steps and potential decisions.

• Interview: Vose Law Firm
• Interview: James E. Saunders
• Interview: William E. Sexton
• Council discussion regarding decisions and next steps

The City Council voted 4-1 to offer James Saunders the City Attorney position after interviewing three candidates and a law firm. Council members discussed candidates' qualifications, relocation ability, and the option of using an outside firm for backup litigation. The motion was approved with Council Member Musleh dissenting.

• Approved motion to offer James Saunders the City Attorney position (4-1 vote).
• Council agreed to have Council Member Musleh negotiate the contract with Mr. Saunders.
• Council discussed a 3-year retainer agreement for backup legal services from an outside firm, to be presented at the September 20, 2022 meeting.

East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee will review several grant applications and the East Ocala CRA grant budget. The committee will also receive an update on CRA projects and budget, and conduct an election of officers.

• Review of East Ocala CRA grant applications (2022-1369, 2022-1370, 2022-1371, 2022-1372)
• Review of East Ocala CRA Grant Budget (2022-1368)
• East Ocala CRA projects and budget update
• Election of Committee Officers
• Approval of June 22, 2022 minutes

The East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved four Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) grant applications for exterior home improvements, totaling $52,496 in awards. The grants cover siding repair, window replacement, door and deck work, and exterior painting. The committee also elected Rachel Perez as Chair and Van Akin as Vice Chair.

• Approved $16,000 grant for siding repair and painting at CRA22-44887 (unanimous)
• Approved up to $24,496 grant for window replacement at CRA22-44893, contingent on removing tempered glass to reduce cost (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 grant for door, window, and siding replacement at CRA22-44917 (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 grant for exterior painting at CRA22-44918 (unanimous)
• Elected Rachel Perez as Chair and Van Akin as Vice Chair (unanimous)

City Council: Work Session

The City Council is meeting for a work session to discuss various topics. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023.

• Discussion of Proposed Budget-Fiscal Year 2022-2023

The City Council held a work session to review the proposed $970,633,613 budget for fiscal year 2022-2023. The budget includes a flat millage rate of 6.6177, fully funded reserves, wage increases for non-union, IBW, and Fire Department employees, and $46.4 million in capital projects. No formal votes were taken; the session was informational and preparatory for future public hearings.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during work session
• Proposed budget includes flat millage rate of 6.6177
• General Fund reserves fully funded at 20%
• Wage increases funded for non-union, IBW, and Fire Department employees
• Capital Improvement program totals $46,364,070 across 40 projects
• Fire Station #8 to be staffed with 15 additional personnel
• City used $3.1 million in revenue to balance General Fund
• Council requested contingency plan be drafted

Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee will meet to discuss community redevelopment agency grants and project updates. The committee will also conduct an election of officers and review minutes from the June 28, 2022, meeting.

• Review of Downtown Ocala CRA Grant Application 2022-1367 (CRA21-44478)
• Downtown Ocala CRA projects and budget update
• Election of Committee Officers
• Approval of June 28, 2022, meeting minutes

The committee reviewed a CRA grant application for 22 South Magnolia Avenue. The $3,389.80 grant (50% of $6,779.60 project) was approved for awning replacement and painting. The minutes of June 28, 2022, and the election of officers were both tabled.

• Approved CRA grant CRA21-44478 for $3,389.80 to Shannon Roth for awning and painting at 22 South Magnolia Avenue
• Tabled approval of June 28, 2022, minutes
• Tabled election of officers

City Council

The City Council will consider several quasi-judicial public hearings regarding land rezonings and development plans. The meeting also includes decisions on significant expenditures for public works vehicles, airport property sales, and budget amendments.

• Rezoning 39.24 acres at 2700 SE Maricamp Road to Planned Development
• Purchase of 18 Public Works vehicles for $2,223,539
• Sale of 115 acres of non-aviation airport property for $8,625,000
• Purchase of 5.57 acres from Ramar Land Corporation for $612,770
• Budget amendment to transfer $11,403,102 to the Electric Operating Fund Reserve

The City Council approved a rezoning and planned development for a 312-unit luxury apartment complex at 2700 SE Maricamp Road, along with a 7-Eleven alcohol permit and a concurrency agreement for traffic improvements. The votes were 4-1, with Council Member Hilty dissenting on the apartment and alcohol items. Council also approved the sale of 115 acres of airport property to Seefried Industrial Properties for $8.625 million, with Council Member Dreyer voting no.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-75 rezoning 39.24 acres at 2700 SE Maricamp Road to Planned Development for a 312-unit apartment complex (4-1, Hilty dissenting)
• Approved sale of beer and wine for off-premise consumption at 7-Eleven #41806 on SE Maricamp Road (4-2, Hilty and Mansfield dissenting)
• Approved sale of 115 acres of non-aviation airport property to Seefried Industrial Properties for $8,625,000 (4-1, Dreyer dissenting)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-78 rezoning 2.21 acres in Heath Brook to Planned Development (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-79 annexing 40 acres at 221 NE 35th Street into the city (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-72 allowing materials recovery facilities as a permitted use in M-2 and M-3 zoning districts (4-1, Bethea dissenting)
• Approved purchase of 18 vehicles for Public Works Department for $2,223,539 (5-0)
• Adopted Budget Resolution 2022-161 transferring $11,403,102 to the Electric Operating Fund Reserve (4-0, Bethea absent)

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will meet to consider committee appointments and membership reductions. The board will also review a funding request for a residential property improvement grant.

• Resolution 2022-2 to reduce Magnolia CRA Advisory Committee from nine to seven members
• Appointment of TaMara York to the Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee
• $3,616.50 grant for 1611 NW 2nd Avenue via North Magnolia CRA Residential Property Improvement Grant

The Ocala Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board adopted Resolution 2022-2 to reduce the North Magnolia CRA Advisory Committee from nine to seven members. It also approved the appointment of TaMara York to the Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee and approved a $3,616.50 grant for a property at 1611 NW 2nd Avenue under the North Magnolia CRA Residential Property Improvement Grant.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-2 reducing North Magnolia CRA Advisory Committee from 9 to 7 members (4-0, Musleh absent)
• Approved appointment of TaMara York to Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee (4-0, Musleh absent)
• Approved $3,616.50 grant for property at 1611 NW 2nd Avenue under North Magnolia CRA Residential Property Improvement Grant (5-0)

Firefighters' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review investment guidance regarding cryptocurrencies and minimum required distributions. The meeting includes reports on actuarial updates, investment performance through June 30, 2022, and the approval of May-June 2022 expenses.

• Review of updated BAC-DROP policy regarding cryptocurrencies and distribution guidance
• Actuary report update on mortality table rates and state reports
• Investment performance report for the period ending June 30, 2022
• Approval of May-June 2022 expenses
• Discussion of a draft Administrative Agreement with the City

The Firefighters' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees approved several policies and financial actions, including treating BAC-DROP interest as if the participant had entered DROP for both Component A and B members, and refunding employee contributions made during BAC-DROP without interest. The board also approved a revised Summary Plan Description pending actuary review, moved $2 million from Vanguard Index Fund to Integrity, allocated state money to growth and value equity, and approved the use of Treasury Index Fund for cash. Additionally, the board accepted the nomination and reelected Robert Davis as trustee and chairman, and approved the administrative agreement with the city.

• Adopted policy treating BAC-DROP interest as if participant entered DROP for both Component A and B members (5-0)
• Adopted policy refunding employee contributions made during BAC-DROP without interest (5-0)
• Approved revised Summary Plan Description pending actuary review (5-0)
• Approved moving $2 million from Vanguard Index Fund to Integrity, allocating state money to growth and value equity, and using Treasury Index Fund for cash (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 16, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved expenses for May-June 2022 (5-0)
• Accepted nomination and reelected Robert Davis as trustee and chairman (5-0)
• Approved administrative agreement with the city (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing several requests for land annexation, rezoning, and future land use amendments. These items include residential and governmental use proposals near SE 31st Street and SE 36th Avenue.

• Rezoning 18.24 acres northwest of SW 48 Avenue and SW 48 Road to R-3 Multi-family Residential
• Annexation and land use amendments for 6.15 acres at SE 31st Street and SE 36th Avenue
• Annexation and land use amendments for 24.86 acres at the southeast corner of SE 31st Street and SE 36th Avenue
• Rezoning request for 24.86 acres at SE 31st Street and SE 36th Avenue with a recommended denial
• Plat vacation request for 88.73 acres northeast of SW 7 Avenue and SW 32 Street

General Employees' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the mid-year IRS mileage rate and an actuarial experience study regarding a fee increase from Foster & Foster. The meeting also includes a review of the Q2 2022 performance report and a draft administrative agreement with the City.

• IRS Mileage Rate for July-Dec 2022
• Foster & Foster actuarial services fee increase
• Q2 2022 Performance Report
• Fixed Income Structure Review
• Draft Administrative Agreement with the City

The General Employees' Retirement Fund Board approved the actuary's experience study assumption changes, including a 6.50% investment return assumption, which will require an ordinance change and City Council approval. The board also approved Foster & Foster's fee increase tied to CPI-U (2%-5% annually) effective October 1, 2023, and approved the Administrative Agreement with the City. No public comment was made, and all votes were 4-0 with one trustee absent.

• Approved actuary experience study assumption changes (4-0, Hersh absent)
• Approved Foster & Foster fee increase with CPI-U adjustment (4-0, Hersh absent)
• Approved Administrative Agreement with City (4-0, Hersh absent)
• Approved July 25, 2022 minutes (4-0, Hersh absent)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Ocala City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss a topic regarding the United States Supreme Court appeal in the case Rojas et al. v. City of Ocala.

• Discussion of Rojas et al. v. City of Ocala appeal to the United States Supreme Court

The City Council voted unanimously to petition the U.S. Supreme Court to review the Eleventh Circuit ruling in Rojas et al. v. City of Ocala, a case involving a prayer vigil promoted by the police department. The decision follows a recommendation from the American Center for Law & Justice, which is representing the city for free. If the city loses, it could be responsible for the plaintiffs' attorney fees, estimated at up to $275,000.

• Approved filing petition for certiorari to U.S. Supreme Court in Rojas et al. v. City of Ocala (4-0, Dreyer excused)

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will review several Certificates of Appropriateness for various properties. The meeting also includes a review of previous meeting minutes and an acknowledgement of the public meeting notice.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 621 E Fort King Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 820 SE 5th Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 506 SE Sanchez Ave
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 719 SE Tuscawilla Ave
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 1137 SE 7th Street

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting tentative millage rates for the 2022-2023 fiscal year and renewing a stop-loss insurance contract. The meeting also includes multiple public hearings regarding rezoning, annexations, and development agreements.

• Adoption of FY 2022-2023 tentative millage rates
• $1,885,503 renewal for HM Insurance Group stop loss insurance
• Public hearing for Sandy’s Shack, LLC beer and wine sale permit
• $51,645 amendment for janitorial services at MLK SportsPlex, Tom’s Park, and Ocala Skate Park
• Introduction of multiple rezoning and annexation ordinances

The Ocala City Council approved the tentative millage rates for fiscal year 2022-2023 and a one-year renewal with HM Insurance Group for stop-loss insurance at a cost of $1,885,503. They also approved a beer and wine off-premise sales permit for Sandy's Shack, adopted a resolution to vacate a utility easement, and appointed Michael Kroitor to the Municipal Code Enforcement Board. Several ordinances were introduced for first reading, including rezoning and annexation items, with two annexation-related ordinances withdrawn.

• Approved FY2022-23 tentative millage rates (Basic 6.6177, District A 1.7185, B 1.6332, C 1.4699) (5-0)
• Approved $1,885,503 one-year renewal with HM Insurance Group for stop-loss insurance (5-0)
• Approved beer/wine off-premise permit for Sandy's Shack at 4901 E Silver Springs Blvd (4-0, Hilty absent)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-44 to vacate utility/drainage easement at 2817 NW 8th Place (5-0)
• Appointed Michael Kroitor to Municipal Code Enforcement Board by ballot vote
• Approved consent agenda including FDOT utility subordination, One Fort King subdivision plan, janitorial services amendment, and police special duty agreement (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-73 through 2022-82 (first readings) for future consideration
• Withdrew Ordinances 2022-76 and 2022-77 regarding annexation and land use at 2300 SW 38th Ave

Investment Committee

The Investment Committee will meet to review reports from several asset management firms. The agenda includes an internal investment report and the approval of previous minutes.

• Reports from PFM Asset Management
• Reports from Sawgrass Asset Management
• Reports from Seix Investment Advisor
• Reports from CapTrust Asset Management
• Internal Investment Report overview

North Magnolia Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss redevelopment items for the North Magnolia and Marion Heights areas. Agenda items include a residential grant, code enforcement updates, and committee membership matters.

• North Magnolia Marion Heights Residential Grant 2022-1192
• Code Enforcement Update
• Marion Heights-North Magnolia Redevelopment Committee 2022-1204 Membership
• Election of Committee Officers

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and hear a presentation from the Chief Building Official regarding permitting. Members will also review Strategies D, F, and G.

• Permitting presentation and Q&A with Chief Building Official Andrew Babbitt
• Review of Strategies D, F, and G

General Employees' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct interviews with three private equity firms regarding the General Employees' Retirement Fund. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 9, 2022, meeting.

• 50 South Capital presentation
• LGT City of Ocala CSSO III presentation
• WP Global Partners presentation
• Approval of May 9, 2022, minutes

The board approved private equity investments totaling $15 million: $10 million to WP Global Partners (Core Alpha VI) and $5 million to 50 South Capital Advisors. The decision followed presentations from three firms and a recommendation from the investment advisor. The motion was approved unanimously.

• Approved $10M commitment to WP Global Partners Core Alpha VI (5-0)
• Approved $5M commitment to 50 South Capital Advisors (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 9, 2022 (5-0)

West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The scheduled meeting for July 21, 2022, has been cancelled. The agenda included items such as the Heritage Trail, project updates, and the election of officers.

• Meeting cancelled

Brownfields Advisory Committee (Read-Only)

The scheduled meeting of the Ocala Brownfields Advisory Committee for July 21, 2022, was cancelled. The agenda originally included the approval of May 19, 2022, minutes, an update on the Brownfields Assessment Grant, and the election of officers.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The City Council will consider several rezoning requests and land use amendments across various properties. The meeting also includes decisions on significant citywide contracts for sidewalk improvements and school resource officer programs.

• Citywide sidewalk improvements contract with Commercial Industrial Corporation up to $2,315,185
• Three-year School Resource Officer Program agreement with School Board of Marion County ($4,635,188 in receivables)
• Rezoning of 88.73 acres northeast of SW 7th Avenue and SW 32nd Street
• Rezoning of 12.37 acres on Southwest 48th Avenue within the Fore Ranch development
• Two-year agreement with Silver River Mentoring & Instruction, Inc. for $359,802

The Ocala City Council adopted Ordinance 2022-63 and Resolution 2022-41, rezoning approximately 88.73 acres northeast of SW 7th Avenue and SW 32nd Street to Planned Development (PD), allowing a mixed single-family and multi-family project with up to 1,100 units. The council also denied a proposed 12.37-acre PD rezoning in Fore Ranch (Ordinance 2022-64 and Resolution 2022-42) after staff and residents raised compatibility and traffic concerns. Several other zoning and land use items were approved, including a Future Land Use Policy amendment for 61.39 acres near SW 60th Avenue and a zoning change for a multi-family development on NE 3rd Street.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-63 rezoning 88.73 acres to PD (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-41 approving PD plan for 88.73 acres (5-0)
• Denied Ordinance 2022-64 rezoning 12.37 acres in Fore Ranch (5-0)
• Denied Resolution 2022-42 for Fore Ranch PD plan (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-62 amending Future Land Use Policy for 61.39 acres near SW 60th Ave (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-65 rezoning to R-3 for multi-family on NE 3rd St (5-0)
• Approved $2,104,713 sidewalk improvements contract (5-0)
• Approved $4,635,188 School Resource Officer agreement (5-0)

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will review a presentation regarding the Downtown CRA-Subarea. The Board will also consider multiple grant applications for commercial and residential improvements in the East Ocala and Magnolia areas.

• Redevelopment agreement for MRL Restaurant Holdings at 112 S Magnolia for $25,000
• East Ocala CRA Commercial Building Improvement grants for 1111 NE 25th St ($10,000) and 409 E Fort King St ($18,150)
• East Ocala CRA Residential Paint Grant for 624 SE Broadway St ($2,000)
• Downtown CRA-Subarea presentation by Aubrey Hale and Tye Chighizola

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing several land development applications, including annexations, rezoning requests, and subdivision plans. Most items include recommendations for approval to be presented to the City Council for final action.

• Rezoning 39.24 acres at 2700 SE Maricamp Road to Planned Development
• Annexation and land use changes for 40 acres at 221 NE 35th Street
• Amendment to the 910-acre Heath Brook Development of Regional Impact
• Parking reduction request for self-storage at 4620 SW College Road
• Code amendment to allow Materials Recovery Facilities in M-2 and M-3 districts

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will meet to review multiple Certificate of Appropriateness case files. These cases involve property requests at various locations including SE Wenona Ave, SE 4th Street, E Silver Springs Blvd, and E Fort King St.

• Case File # 299: 716 SE Wenona Ave
• Case File #159: 814 SE 4th Street
• Case File # 28: 752 E Silver Springs blvd
• Case File #353: 317 SE Wenona Ave
• Case File #312: 1241 E. Fort King St.

City Council

The City Council will consider several rezoning ordinances and land use amendments. The agenda also includes approving airport property sales and various service contracts.

• Sale of 7 acres of non-aviation property at Ocala International Airport for $700,000
• Letter of Intent to develop 64 acres of airport property for an aviation themed luxury R.V. park
• One-year contract renewal with Icon Consulting & Design LLC for $421,900
• Approval of $200,000 transfer from General Fund Reserve for fire fee reimbursement
• One-year renewal for sidewalk trip hazard repairs with Precision Sidewalk Safety Corp. for $75,000

The Ocala City Council approved several items, including the sale of seven acres of non-aviation airport property to Boyd-Mox Development LLC for $700,000, subject to FAA approval, and approved alcohol licenses for Roma Italian Restaurant and Tokyo Sushi. The council also approved a $200,000 budget transfer for fire fee reimbursement, a $421,900 contract for pole loading analysis, and a $75,000 sidewalk repair contract. An ordinance for a future land use policy amendment was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved sale of 7 acres at Ocala International Airport to Boyd-Mox Development LLC for $700,000, subject to FAA approval (3-0)
• Approved alcohol license for Roma Italian Restaurant (3-0)
• Approved alcohol license for Tokyo Sushi (3-0)
• Approved transmittal of Future Land Use Element amendment removing unit and owner-occupancy restrictions (3-0)
• Postponed adoption of Ordinance 2022-62 for Future Land Use Policy 18.4 amendment (3-0)
• Approved interlocal lease with Marion County for branch library services at $1.00 annually (3-0)
• Approved $421,900 contract with Icon Consulting for pole loading analysis (3-0)
• Adopted Budget Resolution 2022-158 transferring $200,000 for fire fee reimbursement (3-0)

City Council: Work Session

The Ocala City Council is holding a work session to discuss the Fire Assessment Study. This meeting is intended for discussion rather than final decision-making.

• Fire Assessment Study discussion

Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee will review two grant applications for properties on South Magnolia Avenue. The committee will also receive a budget update for Downtown Ocala CRA projects and hold an election for officers.

• Grant Application CRA22-44862 for 112 S Magnolia Avenue (Engel and Voelkers Ocala)
• Grant Application CRA22-44864 for 521 S Magnolia Avenue (Cyrus Rug, Inc.)
• Downtown Ocala CRA projects and budget update
• Election of Committee Officers
• Approval of October 26, 2021 and December 14, 2021 minutes

The Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved two CRA grant applications for downtown building renovations: $25,000 for 112 S Magnolia Avenue (Engel & Voelkers Ocala) and $18,150 for 521 S Magnolia Avenue (Cyrus Rug, Inc.). Both grants are 50% of project costs and will go to the CRA Board for final approval on July 19, 2022. The committee also approved prior meeting minutes and tabled officer elections until all members are present.

• Approved $25,000 CRA grant for 112 S Magnolia Avenue renovation (4-0)
• Approved $18,150 CRA grant for 521 S Magnolia Avenue facade project (4-0)
• Approved October 26, 2021 and December 14, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Tabled election of officers until all members are in attendance (4-0)

East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee will review several grant applications for properties in the East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area. The meeting also includes updates on CRA projects and budgets, as well as the election of committee officers.

• Grant application for 111 NE 25th Avenue-Oakbrook Owner’s Group, Inc.
• Grant application for 409 E. Fort King Street, Ordway All State Insurance
• Grant application for 624 SE Broadway Street, Wilson Broadway House
• Grant application for 944 E.
• East Ocala CRA project and budget updates

The East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved three grant awards totaling $22,000: $10,000 for parking lot resurfacing at 1111 NE 25th Avenue, $10,000 for window refurbishment at 409 E. Fort King Street, and $2,000 for residential paint at 624 SE Broadway Street. A fourth grant application for 944 E. Silver Springs Boulevard was tabled. The committee also received budget updates and discussed future projects.

• Approved $10,000 grant to Oakbrook Owner's Group for parking lot resurfacing and sidewalk repair (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 grant to Ordway All State Insurance for window refurbishment (5-0)
• Approved $2,000 residential paint grant to Wilson Broadway House (5-0)
• Tabled grant application for Shannon Mulkey Law Firm until next meeting

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will meet to approve minutes from the May 3, 2022, meeting. The Board will also consider a resolution to change the East Ocala CRA Advisory Committee from nine members to seven members and appoint Rachel Perez to the committee.

• Approval of May 3, 2022, meeting minutes
• Resolution 2022-XX to reduce East Ocala CRA Advisory Committee from nine to seven members
• Appointment of Rachel Perez to the East Ocala CRA Advisory Committee

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board approved the minutes from May 3, 2022, and adopted Resolution 2022-1, which reduces the East Ocala CRA Advisory Committee from nine to seven members and appoints Rachel Perez to the committee. All votes were 4-0, with Jay A. Musleh excused.

• Approved May 3, 2022 CRA minutes (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-1 to reduce East Ocala CRA Advisory Committee to 7 members and appoint Rachel Perez (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several rezoning and annexation requests for various properties across the city. Additionally, the council will consider purchasing a 2023 E-ONE HR100 Aerial fire engine and amending the budget to fund it.

• Purchase of a 2023 E-ONE HR100 Aerial fire engine for $1,169,440
• Rezoning of 26.03 acres at Tract J of the Cala Hills Master Plan
• Zoning change for 0.88 acres at W Silver Springs Blvd and SW Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
• Zoning change for 0.9 acres at 2650 NW 2nd Street
• Annexation of 15.84 acres including 5415, 5371, 5263, and 5233 SW 20th Street

The Ocala City Council approved a rezoning of 26.03 acres at Cala Hills Tract J from PUD to PD, allowing 104 townhomes, and adopted the associated PD plan and standards book. The council also approved multiple other rezoning, annexation, and land use changes, as well as contracts for banking, mobile communications, fiber installation, a fire engine, and water/wastewater services. Two items were pulled from the agenda: additional funding for an actuary's report and a related budget resolution.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-61 rezoning Cala Hills Tract J to PD for 104 townhomes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-39 approving PD plan and standards book for Cala Hills Tract J (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-49 rezoning 0.88 acres at SW Silver Springs Blvd & SW MLK Jr Ave to B-2 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-50 rezoning 0.9 acres at 2650 NW 2nd St to R-3 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-51 rezoning 5.96 acres at I-75 Exit 354 & NW Blitchton Rd to B-4 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 2022-52, 2022-53, 2022-54 annexing and rezoning 15.84 acres on SW 20th St to R-3 (5-0 each)
• Approved 4-year renewal agreement with Truist Bank for banking services (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2023 E-One HR100 Aerial Fire Engine for $1,169,440 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council meeting includes public comments and topics for discussion. The agenda specifically lists quasi-judicial hearings and ethics as discussion topics.

• Public comments
• Quasi-Judicial Hearings & Ethics

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider several requests regarding annexations, rezoning, and land use amendments. The agenda includes decisions on subdivision plans, utility easement vacations, and updates to the city's code of ordinances.

• Skylark Crossing Conceptual Plan approval
• Annexation and rezoning of 9.32 acres between SW 44th and SW 46th Avenue
• Annexation and rezoning of 15.84 acres at 5415 SW 20th St and surrounding addresses
• Rezoning of 88.73 acres northeast of SW 7 Avenue and SW 32 Street to Planned Development
• Code amendments for Thoroughfare Street signage and affordable housing incentive funds

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to hear a request for a zoning variance. The petitioner is seeking to reduce a required rear yard setback from 25 feet to 5 feet in an R-3 Multi-Family zoning district.

• Variance request VAR22-44733: Reduce rear yard setback from 25' to 5' in R-3 Multi-Family district

City Council

The City Council will consider several land use, annexation, and zoning ordinances. The meeting also includes decisions on various service contracts and funding for water and road projects.

• Amendment to St. Johns River Water Management District agreement for $1,102,850
• Resolution 2022-38 for SW 44th Avenue extension project grant of $1,000,000
• Three-year contract with Wear Gloves Inc. for litter control at $523,380
• Five-year renewal for Ocala Golf Club management at $511,778
• Multiple zoning and annexation ordinances including Case ZON22-44758 and Case ANX22-44793

The Ocala City Council approved a three-year, $523,380 contract with Wear Gloves Inc. for litter control services and denied a two-year, $120,000 contract with AM Conservation Group for energy conservation kits. The council also approved a five-year contract with Invoice Cloud for bill processing, a $1.1 million amendment for the Lower Floridan Aquifer project, and a $1 million FDOT grant for the SW 44th Avenue extension. Several ordinances were introduced for first reading, including zoning changes and annexations.

• Approved $523,380 litter control contract with Wear Gloves Inc. (5-0)
• Denied $120,000 energy conservation kit contract with AM Conservation Group (0-5)
• Approved $347,978 annual bill processing contract with Invoice Cloud (5-0)
• Approved $1,102,850 amendment for Lower Floridan Aquifer project (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-38 for $1,000,000 FDOT grant for SW 44th Ave (5-0)
• Approved $50,334 mobile bus lift system purchase for SunTran (5-0)
• Approved $511,778 Ocala Golf Club management renewal with Indigo Sports (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $2,205,700 aquifer project budget resolution (5-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will meet to review several Certificates of Appropriateness for specific properties. The agenda also includes a plaque presentation for Hal Reid.

• Certificate of Appropriateness: 716 SE Wenona Ave (Case #299)
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 206 NE Sanchez Ave (Case #205)
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 409 E Fort King St (Case #8)
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 734 SE 3rd St (Case #14)
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 726 SE 3rd Street (Case #22)

North Magnolia Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the Marion Heights-North Magnolia Redevelopment Project and ITN 2022-0859. The agenda also includes an election of officers and code enforcement updates.

• Election of Officers
• Code Enforcement Updates
• Marion Heights-North Magnolia Redevelopment Project & ITN 2022-0859

West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the Heritage Trail and receive updates on other projects. The agenda also includes a review of development and zoning cases.

• Approval of March 17, 2022 minutes
• Heritage Trail discussion
• Development and zoning cases update

The West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved the March 17, 2022 minutes. They discussed the Heritage Trail art project, including a proposed Corten steel fence, and received updates on affordable housing and other redevelopment projects. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved March 17, 2022 minutes (6-0, Reed excused)

City Council

The City Council will hold several public hearings regarding land rezonings, annexations, and a concurrency development agreement. The meeting also includes decisions on various municipal contracts and utility rate adjustments.

• Concurrency Development Agreement for 1,008 acres on SR 200 with Cradle Holdings, Inc.
• Rezoning and Planned Development for 32.22 acres at 5451 SW 66th Street
• Annexation and rezoning of 9.10 acres at 4240 and 4300 SW 43rd Ct
• Playground equipment contract with Playcore Wisconsin, Inc. for $476,252
• Electric Power Cost Adjustment Rate amendment effective June 1, 2022

The Ocala City Council approved a concurrency development agreement for the 1,008-acre Winding Oaks project on SR 200, allowing up to 3,000 residential units and 950,000 sq ft of commercial space. It also adopted ordinances for a 32.22-acre rezoning at 5451 SW 66th Street and annexed 9.10 acres at 4240/4300 SW 43rd Ct, but denied the associated rezoning to PD for that property. The council approved several other items including a $476,252 playground equipment contract, a $1M FDOT grant for the SW 44th Avenue Extension, and an electric rate adjustment.

• Approved Winding Oaks Concurrency Development Agreement (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-43 rezoning 32.22 acres at 5451 SW 66th St to PD (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-33 approving PD plan for 5451 SW 66th St (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-44 annexing 9.10 acres at 4240/4300 SW 43rd Ct (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-45 changing land use to Neighborhood for 9.10 acres (4-1, Hilty Sr. nay)
• Denied Ordinance 2022-46 rezoning 9.10 acres to PD (2-3, Musleh and Bethea aye)
• Denied Resolution 2022-34 approving PD plan for 9.10 acres (2-3)
• Approved $476,252 playground equipment contract with GameTime (5-0)

Firefighters' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss cancer presumption applications and a cost of living adjustment update. The meeting also includes a review of the quarterly consultant report and a potential change in custodian banking from Wells Fargo to Principal.

• Cancer presumption discussion
• Cost of living date adjustment update per Sec 43-35 Ord
• Consultant quarterly report for March 30, 2022
• Custodian banking transition from Wells Fargo to Principal
• Administrative agreement renewal review

The Ocala Firefighters' Retirement Fund Board approved the retirement and DROP entrance for four members, approved prior meeting minutes and accounts payable, and discussed cancer presumption benefits. A cost-of-living adjustment was tabled until the next meeting. No public comments were made.

• Approved retirement and DROP entrance for McCormick, Talley, Werthmuller, and Hart (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable (unanimous)
• Tabled cost-of-living adjustment update until next meeting

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hear a request for a variance regarding a rear yard setback. The petitioner is requesting to reduce the required setback from 25 feet to 5 feet in an R-3 Multi-Family zoning district.

• Variance request VAR22-44733: reduce rear yard setback from 25’ to 5’ in R-3 Multi-Family district

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission is reviewing several land use changes, including rezoning requests for residential, business, and institutional districts. The meeting also includes discussions on subdivision plats and a utility easement vacation.

• Rezoning 39.24 acres near SE Maricamp Rd to Planned Development (request to postpone)
• Rezoning 0.88 acres at W Silver Springs Blvd and SW MLK Jr. Ave to Community Business
• Rezoning 26.03 acres at Cala Hills Master Plan to Planned Development
• Rezoning 5.96 acres at I-75 Exit 354 and NW Blitchton Rd to General Business
• Final Plat approval for 705 Broadway Townhomes

General Employees' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The meeting includes discussions on IRS guidance regarding minimum distributions and cryptocurrencies, as well as a review of the Q1 2022 quarterly performance report.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Review of IRS Required Minimum Distribution and Crypto Currencies Guidance
• Review of March 31, 2022 Quarterly Performance Report
• Review of September 2021 Actuary Valuation
• Administrative Agreement Renewal

The Ocala General Employees' Retirement Fund Board approved a 6.9% expected annual investment return rate for the fund, accepted the actuary's valuation report, and authorized an experience study. The board also elected officers, approved prior meeting minutes, and tabled an actuary fee increase. No public comment was received.

• Approved 6.9% expected annual investment return rate (unanimous)
• Approved actuary valuation report for September 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved actuary experience study (unanimous)
• Tabled actuary fee increase (no vote taken)
• Approved February 14, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Doug Peebles as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Anthony Ortiz as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Lyn Cole as Secretary (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will review requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for three specific addresses. The meeting also includes a review of previous meeting minutes and an acknowledgment of the public meeting notice.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 206 NE Sanchez Ave (Case #205; COA22-44463)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 716 SE Wenona Ave (Case #299; COA21-44464)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 839 SE 5th Street (Case #223)

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning changes and development agreements, including a 26.63-acre project on SW 43rd Court. The meeting also covers administrative items such as an interim city manager agreement and various grant approvals.

• Zoning change for 15 acres on SW 43rd Court (Ordinance 2022-25)
• Public hearing for a 1,008-acre Concurrency Development Agreement on SR 200
• Approval of a $3,000,000 contract renewal with C.W. Roberts Contracting, Inc.
• Approval of a $127,839 software purchase from WellSky Corporation
• Approval of a $59,590 Fire Assessment Study update with Benesch

The Ocala City Council denied a Chapter 163 development agreement and a related R-3 multi-family rezoning for properties on SW 43rd Court, both by unanimous votes. The council approved several items, including a second amendment to a concurrency agreement with KAS OCALA, LLC, the College Park Townhomes site plan, and ordinances for zoning changes and future land use designations. It also approved an interim city manager employment agreement, payout terms for former City Manager Sandra Wilson, and multiple contracts and grants. All votes were unanimous with no recorded dissents.

• Denied Chapter 163 development agreement for 26.63 acres on SW 43rd Court (5-0)
• Denied Ordinance 2022-25 for R-3 zoning change on 15 acres on SW 43rd Court (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Concurrency Agreement with KAS OCALA, LLC (5-0)
• Approved College Park Townhomes Major Site Plan on SW 34th Avenue Circle (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-39 for zoning change from M-3 to M-2 on NW MLK Jr. Ave (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-40 and 2022-41 for future land use policy and designation near Lake Louise (5-0)
• Approved interim city manager employment agreement and payout terms for Sandra Wilson (5-0)
• Approved $3M contract renewal with C.W. Roberts Contracting for road improvements (5-0)

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will review several grant applications for commercial property improvements in East Ocala and North Magnolia. The Board is also scheduled to discuss a new historic building grant program and an amendment to the Brick City Residences & Shops, LLC agreement.

• $10,000 grant for 2226 E Silver Springs Blvd.
• $10,000 grant for 2330 NE 8th Road
• North Magnolia grants: $2,218 for 801-809 N. Magnolia Ave, $1,405 for 815 N. Magnolia Ave, and $3,960 for 1825 N. Magnolia
• Approval of the FY 2021 Annual Report
• New East Ocala CRA Historic Building Grant Program

The Ocala Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board approved all agenda items, including a new East Ocala CRA Historic Building Grant Program offering up to $25,000 in 50% matching grants for qualifying historic properties (built before 1922). The board also approved multiple commercial improvement grants, the FY 2021 Annual Report, and an amendment to the Brick City Residences & Shops redevelopment agreement to remove the retail element, allowing all residential use.

• Approved new East Ocala CRA Historic Building Grant Program (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 grant for 2226 E Silver Springs Blvd and $10,000 for 2330 NE 8th Road (unanimous)
• Approved North Magnolia CRA grants totaling $7,583 for three properties (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2021 Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved First Amendment to Brick City Residences & Shops redevelopment agreement, removing retail element (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 15, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Investment Committee

The Investment Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and receive reports. The agenda includes reports from several investment advisors and an internal investment report overview.

• Approval of minutes
• Reports from Seix Investment Advisor
• Reports from PFM Asset Management
• Reports from Sawgrass Asset Management
• Reports from CapTrust Asset Management

City Council

The City Council will review several land use and zoning ordinances, including residential and industrial changes. The meeting also includes decisions on various service contracts and budget amendments for airport and wastewater projects.

• Zoning change for 15 acres on SW 43rd Court (ORD-2022-25)
• Ordinance to allow criminal background checks for employees and third parties (ORD-2022-33)
• $1,750,000 wastewater system improvement grant agreement
• $400,000 annual contract for tree trimming and removal services
• $380,484 three-year contract for city-wide janitorial services

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will meet to approve the minutes from the May 4, 2021, meeting. The committee will also review the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, along with the Independent Auditor's Report and a Governance Letter to Council.

• Approval of May 4, 2021, meeting minutes
• Presentation of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for fiscal year ending September 30, 2021
• Review of Independent Auditor's Report
• Review of Governance Letter to Council

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider several land use, annexation, and rezoning applications. Most items include recommendations for approval to be presented to the City Council in May.

• Rezoning 1205 NW 27th Avenue from Wholesale/General Business to Light Industrial
• Rezoning 5451 SW 66th Street from PUD to Planned Development (32.22 acres)
• Annexation and land use changes for 9.21 acres at SW 43rd Court and SW 40th Street
• Annexation and rezoning for 9.104 acres at 4240 and 4300 SW 43rd Court
• Rezoning request for SW corner of W Silver Springs Blvd and SW MLK Jr. Ave (tabled)

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Board will review Certificates of Appropriateness for two specific cases. The meeting also includes a review of previous meeting minutes.

• Certificate of Appropriateness Case File #299 (COA21-4464)
• Certificate of Appropriateness Case File #205 (COA22-44463) for 716 SE Wenona
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 206 NE Sanchez

City Council

The City Council is reviewing ordinances for multi-family dwellings and satellite hospital emergency rooms. The meeting also includes decisions on various municipal contracts, budget resolutions, and land use changes.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 2022-31 to allow multi-family dwellings in Shopping Center zoning districts
• Public hearing for Ordinance 2022-32 to define and allow satellite hospital emergency rooms
• Renewal of Marion Rock, Inc. contract for drainage rehabilitation services for $1,500,000
• Renewal of Davey Resource Group contract for electric department tree trimming for $2,500,000
• Approval of Utility Metering Solutions, LLC contract for water metering for $732,595

North Magnolia Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The North Magnolia Redevelopment Advisory Committee will meet to discuss several commercial grants within the North Magnolia CRA. The agenda also includes the election of committee officers and a code enforcement update.

• Commercial Grant CRA22-44714: 801-809 N Magnolia Avenue
• Commercial Grant CRA22-44729: 1825 N Magnolia
• Commercial Grant CRA22-4731: 815 N Magnolia Ave
• Election of Committee Officers
• Code Enforcement Update

City Council

The City Council is scheduled to meet at City Hall to conduct regular business. The provided agenda contains only procedural information and a heading for attorney services without further details.

• Attorney Services

East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will review two grant application packets and responses to a historic building survey. Staff will also provide updates on East Ocala CRA projects and budgets.

• Review of grant application packet CRA22-44679
• Review of grant application packet CRA22-44680
• Responses to historic building survey for Historic Building Grants
• Quotes for Foxfire Realty
• East Ocala CRA project and budget updates

The East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved two $10,000 commercial facade grants and increased the maximum Historic Building Improvement grant to $25,000 with a 50/50 match. The committee also approved prior meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $10,000 grant to CRA22-44679 (Coldwell Banker Ellison Realty, 2226 E Silver Springs Blvd) (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 grant to CRA22-44680 (Ocala Commercial Center, 2330 NE 8th Rd) (5-0)
• Approved increasing Historic Building Improvement grant max to $25,000 with 50/50 match (5-0)
• Approved minutes from Oct 27, Dec 15, Jan 25, and Feb 23 meetings (5-0)

City Council

The Ocala City Council met for a strategic planning work session, hearing presentations from city staff and consultants on topics including employee engagement, opioid response, homelessness, workforce programs, broadband, infrastructure, and development. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the session was informational and discussion-focused.

• No formal votes or resolutions were recorded at the strategic planning session
• Discussed employee engagement survey results with 89.18% positive response
• Reviewed opioid response programs including Ocala Recovery Project and Narcan distribution
• Heard updates on workforce programs like Targeted Local Hire and Future Leaders Academy
• Discussed OFN fiber expansion and potential rural broadband grants
• Reviewed infrastructure projects and grant funding, including $12.2M ARPA allocation
• Discussed police and fire department staffing and budget requests for FY2023
• Agreed to continue discussions on engagement center and shelter for homeless

West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to review the January 20, 2022, minutes and receive updates on the Heritage Trail. The agenda also includes project updates and development and zoning case reports.

• Approval of January 20, 2022, minutes
• Heritage Trail update
• Development and zoning cases update

The West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved the January 20, 2022 minutes. They discussed the Heritage Trail project's progress, including the installation of art panels and fencing, and debated options for fencing along the rear property line. The committee also discussed potential development of a city-owned property at 1749 West Silver Springs Boulevard, but no formal action was taken on that item.

• Approved January 20, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Heritage Trail fencing options; no formal action taken
• Discussed potential development of 1749 West Silver Springs Boulevard; no formal action taken

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will meet to consider reappointing members to the West Ocala, East Ocala, and Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committees. The Board will also vote on a commercial property improvement grant for a location on North Magnolia Avenue.

• Reappointment of Carolyn Adams to the West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee
• Reappointment of Karl Kunz to the East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee
• Reappointment of Summer Gill to the Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee
• $7,550 grant for North Magnolia CRA Commercial Property Improvement (CRA22-44650) at 1224 N Magnolia Avenue

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board approved all four agenda items: reappointments to three advisory committees and a $7,550 grant for a commercial property improvement at 1224 N Magnolia Avenue. The board also approved the minutes from the January 18, 2022 meeting. All votes were unanimous among present members, with Chairperson Bethea absent and Mansfield away for some items.

• Approved minutes of January 18, 2022 regular meeting (3-0, Bethea absent, Mansfield away)
• Reappointed Carolyn Adams to West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee (3-0, Bethea absent, Mansfield away)
• Reappointed Karl Kunz to East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee (3-0, Bethea absent, Mansfield away)
• Reappointed Summer Gill to Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee (4-0, Bethea absent)
• Approved $7,550 grant CRA22-44650 for property at 1224 N Magnolia Avenue (4-0, Bethea absent)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing multiple budget resolutions, including a $79.2 million transfer for a legal judgment. The meeting also includes several public hearings regarding alcohol sales, land use, and zoning changes.

• Budget Resolution 2022-135 to cover a legal judgment totaling $79,282,910
• Budget Resolution 2022-134 for a supplemental appropriation of $139,876,112
• Contract with Blackwater Construction Services, Inc. for $306,772 to renovate the Police 911 Center
• Alcohol sale approvals for Soleil Bakery + Social House and two 7-Eleven locations
• Work order for SunTran ticket kiosk and restroom design at Union Station for $145,088.57

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission is reviewing several land use, zoning, and annexation applications. Items include requests for industrial, residential, and commercial rezonings, as well as code amendments regarding satellite hospital emergency rooms.

• Rezoning 3.98 acres between E Silver Springs Blvd and NE 3rd St to Community Business
• Rezoning 19.34 acres at the dead end of SW 40th Avenue to Multi-Family Residential
• Annexation and rezoning of 35.58 acres at NW 35th Avenue Road and NW 35th Street
• Annexation and rezoning of 9.104 acres at 4240 and 4300 SW 43rd Court
• Code amendment to define a satellite hospital emergency room

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will review five requests for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding property modifications. The board will also discuss historic preservation materials for the city website and potential recognition for architect Hal Reid.

• Reroofing at 209 SE 12th Terrace
• New garage at 828 SE 4th Street
• Fencing at 418 SE Wenona Avenue
• Project at NE corner of Wenona Ave. & SE 5th St.
• Rear yard shed at 704 SE Wenona Avenue

City Council

The City Council will vote on several ordinances, including zoning changes and retirement system adjustments. The agenda also includes discussions on transitioning the City Attorney to an in-house position and purchasing downtown parcels for a future parking garage.

• Purchase of six downtown parcels from Mt. Moriah Church for $1,765,000
• Contract with HDR Engineering, Inc. for SunTran transit plan up to $230,000
• Resolution authorizing a Truist Bank drawdown loan up to $60,000,000
• Zoning change for 2550 SE 24th Street to R-3 Multi-Family
• Purchase of a SWAT supply vehicle for $204,610

The Ocala City Council adopted Ordinance 2022-13, rezoning 23.51 acres at 2550 SE 24th Street to R-3 Multi-Family Residential, despite public opposition over traffic and school impacts. The council also approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $1.765 million purchase of six downtown parcels for a future parking garage, a $230,000 transit plan contract, and a $60 million drawdown loan authorization. Two concurrency development agreements were postponed to the next meeting.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-13 rezoning 23.51 acres at 2550 SE 24th St to R-3 (4-1)
• Approved $1.765M purchase of six Mt. Moriah Church parcels for future parking garage (5-0)
• Approved $230,000 contract with HDR Engineering for 10-year Transit Development Plan (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-24 authorizing Truist Bank drawdown loan up to $60M (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-20 lowering pension investment assumption rate to 6.5% (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-21 rezoning 7.72 acres at 2905/2957 N Pine Ave to M-1 (5-0)
• Approved $60,000 settlement to William and Janelle Marin (5-0)
• Postponed two concurrency development agreements to March 15, 2022

East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will review East Ocala CRA grant programs and specific grant applications. Members will also receive updates on East Ocala CRA projects and budgets and conduct an election of officers.

• Review of East Ocala CRA grant programs
• Grant application CRA22-44679
• Grant application CRA22-44680
• East Ocala CRA project and budget updates
• Election of Officers

The East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee met on February 23, 2022, but no substantive decisions were made. All agenda items—including approval of prior minutes, review of two CRA grant applications, project and budget updates, and election of officers—were tabled because a quorum was not present. The meeting was adjourned at 4:09 p.m. after only two members were present.

• Approval of Oct 27, 2021, Dec 15, 2021, and Jan 25, 2022 minutes tabled
• CRA grant application CRA22-44679 tabled
• CRA grant application CRA22-44680 tabled
• East Ocala CRA project & budget updates tabled
• Election of officers tabled
• Other business tabled

Firefighters' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss the fire training facility bond issue and review the 2022-2023 fire budget. The meeting also includes updates on disability, taxes, and post-DROP interest.

• Bond issue for Burn Building/Training Tower
• Review of FY 2022-2023 Fire Budget
• Review of FY 2020-2021 Fire Expenses
• COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment) updates
• Quarterly performance report review

The Firefighters' Retirement Fund Board approved seeking advisor consultation on the viability and legality of issuing a $1-1.5 million loan to the City of Ocala to purchase a Live Training Building/Tower. The board also approved the 2021 annual valuation report, a consultant's recommendation to shift $3 million in domestic equity, and reappointed trustees Phillips and Hardy. The expected annual investment return was set at 7%.

• Approved seeking advisor consultation on $1-1.5M loan to city for training tower (4-0)
• Approved Nyhart 2021 valuation report and COLA update (4-0)
• Approved consultant's recommendation to move $3M from Integrity to Wells Fargo funds (4-0)
• Approved minutes from Nov 15 and Dec 15, 2021 meetings (4-0)
• Approved expenses for Nov 2021-Jan 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved expenses for FY 2020-2021 (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 budget (unanimous)
• Reappointed Joshua Phillips and Justin Hardy as trustees (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider zoning changes for properties on SE 24th Street and N Pine Avenue. The meeting also includes decisions on several large contracts for utility upgrades, security devices, and parking lot improvements.

• Zoning change for 23.51 acres at 2550 SE 24th Street
• Zoning change for 7.72 acres at 2905 and 2957 N Pine Avenue
• Lift Station #91 Force Main Upgrade contract for $3,336,208
• Parking Lot Improvement Program contract not to exceed $1,000,000
• Security device purchase for Mary Sue Rich Community Center for $116,363

General Employees' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct a meeting to review fund performance and upcoming budgets. The agenda includes a trustee appointment election and a review of fiscal year expenses.

• Trustee Appointment-Peebles Election
• Quarterly Performance Review and Asset Allocation
• Expense FY 20-21
• Budget FY 22-23
• Ordinance Update

City Council

The Ocala City Council will hold a meeting to hear presentations regarding solid waste disposal and recycling. The agenda also includes a presentation on animal control services.

• Presentation on Solid Waste Disposal and Recycling (2022-0217)
• Presentation on Solid Waste Friends Recycling (2022-0218)
• Presentation on Animal Control (2022-0219)

The City Council held a work session to discuss solid waste disposal, recycling, and animal control services. No formal votes were taken. Staff presented options for solid waste and recycling, including potential cost savings and code revisions, and discussed negotiating a new animal control agreement with the County.

• No formal decisions made; work session only
• Discussed solid waste disposal and recycling options
• Discussed potential code revisions for solid waste facilities
• Discussed negotiating animal control agreement with County

City Council

The City Council is considering several contracts, including the purchase of six downtown parcels for a future parking garage. The meeting also includes discussions on transit design services and various municipal budget resolutions.

• Purchase of six downtown parcels from Mt. Moriah Church for $1,765,000
• SunTran bus transit design services contract for $218,071
• FAA Airport Coronavirus Relief Grant totaling $148,000
• Purchase of an Apex Interactive training simulator for $89,296
• Zoning change hearings for 2550 SE 24th Street (postponed to February 15)

The City Council tabled a proposal to buy six parcels from Mt. Moriah Church for $1.765 million for a future downtown parking garage, after concerns about public input and pedestrian safety. The council also approved two SunTran design work orders, a FAA grant, a footwear contract, and several consent agenda items. Two public hearings for a development agreement and zoning change at 2550 SE 24th Street were postponed to February 15, 2022.

• Tabled purchase of six Mt. Moriah Church parcels for parking garage ($1,765,000)
• Approved Task Work Order #13 for SunTran bus stop design ($218,070)
• Approved Task Work Order #14 for SunTran facility renovations ($79,646)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-21 accepting FAA grant ($148,000)
• Approved three-year contract with Boot Barn for protective footwear ($150,000)
• Approved consent agenda including budget resolutions and contracts
• Postponed concurrency development agreement for 2550 SE 24th St to Feb 15
• Postponed zoning change to R-3 for 2550 SE 24th St to Feb 15

City Council

The Ocala City Council will hold a meeting to discuss early voting attorney services. The agenda contains no other specific items for discussion or decision.

• Discussion regarding early voting attorney services

The City Council held a work session to discuss two topics: early voting for municipal elections and the structure of City Attorney services. No formal decisions were made, as the meeting was a workshop and Council cannot take formal action. The Council heard public comments on both topics and directed that the early voting ordinance change be presented at a future meeting, and that the attorney services discussion be continued in March.

• Discussed early voting options; no vote taken, ordinance change to be presented at future meeting
• Discussed in-house vs. outsourced City Attorney services; no decision, item to be discussed in March

City Council

The City Council will consider several land use, annexation, and rezoning ordinances. The meeting also includes decisions on public transit grants, pavement maintenance contracts, and community art installations.

• $1,233,575 FDOT grant for SunTran public transit capital expenses
• $3,000,000 contract for Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc. pavement maintenance
• $60,000 custom suspension art piece for Mary Sue Rich Community Center
• Annexation and rezoning of 88.73 acres northeast of SW 7th Avenue and SW 32nd Street
• Annexation and rezoning of 17.94 acres at 2600-2610 NW 46th Terrace and 2765 NW 49th Avenue

The City Council approved the annexation of approximately 88.73 acres northeast of SW 7th Avenue and SW 32nd Street, including Lake Louise, and approved transmitting a land use change and future land use policy to the state. The council also adopted several zoning changes, including a car dealership expansion and a multi-family residential rezoning, and approved a $3 million pavement maintenance contract. Items related to the SW 44th Avenue right-of-way were withdrawn or postponed to March 1, 2022.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-15 annexing 88.73 acres near Lake Louise (5-0)
• Approved transmittal of land use change to Low Intensity for 88.73 acres (4-1, Hilty Sr. nay)
• Approved transmittal of future land use policy for 88.73 acres (4-1, Hilty Sr. nay)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-14 zoning change to B-4 for car dealership at 1011 SW MLK Jr. Ave (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-16 zoning change to R-3 multi-family at SE 30th Ave & SE 18th St (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 2022-17, 2022-18, 2022-19 for 17.94-acre annexation, land use, and rezoning at NW 46th Terrace (5-0 each)
• Approved $3,000,000 pavement maintenance contract with Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $60,000 art piece for Mary Sue Rich Community Center (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several development agreements and a zoning change for property on SE 24th Street. The meeting also includes decisions on water resource contracts, inmate work squad expenditures, and community center art installations.

• Zoning change to R-3 Multi-Family Residential for 23.51 acres at 2550 SE 24th Street
• One-year contract renewal with Miller Pipeline, LLC for $2,000,000 for water resource projects
• Amendment to Florida Department of Corrections contract to reduce expenditure by $100,619
• Approval of $60,000 for a custom suspension art piece at the Mary Sue Rich Community Center
• Zoning change from M-1 Industrial to B-4 General Business for 2.22 acres at 1011 SW Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue

City Council

The City Council is considering several zoning changes and land annexations, including a 23.51-acre multi-family residential proposal. The meeting also includes decisions on water resource contracts, utility rate adjustments, and various grant appropriations.

• Zoning change for 23.51 acres at 2550 SE 24th Street to R-3 Multi-Family
• $2,000,000 contract renewal with Miller Pipeline, LLC for water resources projects
• $8,000,000 fund transfer from Electric Reserve for Contingencies to Rate Stabilization Reserves
• $60,000 agreement for a custom suspension art piece at Mary Sue Rich Community Center
• $83,208 purchase of firefighter bunker gear