Ocala public meetings in 2023

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will consider several grant applications for property improvements in the North Magnolia and Marion Heights areas. The meeting also includes a review of revised guidelines for the Downtown Commercial Building Improvement Grant program.

• Commercial Property Improvement Grant for 1224 N. Magnolia Avenue (up to $10,000)
• Commercial Property Improvement Grant for 314 NW 14th Street (up to $10,000)
• Marion Heights Residential Grant for 1618 NW First Ave. (up to $7,461)
• Revised guidelines for Downtown Commercial Building Improvement Grant program

City Council

The City Council will review ordinances regarding land use and rezoning for properties on NW Martin Luther King Jr Avenue. The agenda also includes requests for alcohol consumption permits at two local businesses and several utility-related contracts.

• Rezoning of 18.76 acres in the 2500 block of NW Martin Luther King Jr Avenue
• Purchase of 15 R-Mag circuit breakers from WESCO Distribution for $603,303
• Approval of a $500,000 agreement for the Ocala Force Main Construction Project
• Settlement approval of $95,000 in Goff v. City of Ocala
• On-premise alcohol consumption requests for AR Workshop Ocala and 18 South, LLC

City Council approved several land-use changes, including rezoning property on NW Martin Luther King Jr Avenue for governmental use. The council also authorized significant spending for utility equipment and software renewals, and approved a $95,000 legal settlement.

• Approved $603,303 for 15 R-Mag circuit breakers (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-10 to rezone 18.76 acres on NW Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue to Governmental Use (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 agreement for Ocala Force Main Construction Project (5-0)
• Approved $95,000 settlement for Goff v. City of Ocala, Florida (5-0)
• Adopted Budget Resolution 2024-117 to appropriate $461,713 in SHIP grant funding (5-0)
• Approved $275,052 renewal with Oracle America, Inc. for NetSuite hosting (5-0)
• Approved on-premise consumption of beer and wine for AR Workshop Ocala (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-1 to rezone 14.15 acres at SE 24th Road and SE 31st Street to Planned Development (4-1)

Board of Adjustment

The Ocala Board of Adjustment is reviewing requests to modify yard setbacks for two properties. One request involves a multi-family property in the 700 block of SE 2nd Street, and the other concerns a single-family residence at 1213 SE 3rd Street.

• Variance to reduce front and rear yard setbacks in the 700 block of SE 2nd Street
• Variance to reduce the front yard setback at 1213 SE 3rd Street

The Board approved two requests to reduce yard setbacks for properties on SE 2nd Street and SE 3rd Street. The January 22, 2024, meeting was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

• Approved minutes from 11-20-23
• Approved VAR23-45392 (700 Block of SE 2nd Street) to reduce front setback to 13 feet and rear setback to 15 feet, requiring a Certificate of Occupancy within 30 months
• Approved VAR23-45353 (1213 SE 3rd Street) to reduce front setback from 25 feet to 20 feet
• Cancelled the January 22, 2024 meeting

East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive updates on projects. The agenda includes a summary of the EO Residential Grant.

• Approval of August 23, 2023 and October 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• EO Residential Grant Summary update

The committee approved the East Ocala Residential Building Improvement Grant Program with a 75% City match and 25% applicant match. Members also approved the minutes from the August 23 and October 18, 2023, meetings.

• Approved East Ocala Residential Building Improvement Grant Program with 75% to 25% match (5-0)
• Approved August 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved October 18, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will review commercial building improvement grants and project updates. The agenda also includes an informational summary regarding new construction incentives.

• Commercial Building Improvement Grant memo
• Commercial Building Improvement Grant summary
• New Construction Incentive Summary

The committee approved revisions to the Downtown Commercial Building Improvement Grant, including removing bars from the ineligible businesses list. A motion was also approved requesting the Planning & Zoning Commission modify the Form Based Code for 1st Avenue and North Magnolia Avenue.

• Approved June 27, 2023 minutes
• Approved October 16, 2023 minutes
• Approved removing bars from the Downtown Commercial Building Improvement Grant ineligible businesses list (provided it does not conflict with City Code)
• Approved Downtown Commercial Building Improvement Grant summary with revisions to maximum grant amount and ineligible businesses
• Approved motion for Planning & Zoning Commission to modify Form Based Code for 1st Avenue and North Magnolia Avenue to limit surface lots

Firefighters' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the Ocala Fire Investment Report for September 30, 2023. Members will also receive an update regarding Florida House Bill 3 and discuss buy-back options. The board is scheduled to approve previous meeting minutes and pension plan expenses.

• Update on House Bill 3 (Chapter 2023-28)
• Ocala Fire Investment Report for September 30, 2023
• Approval of August 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of Ocala Fire Pension Plan expenses
• Discussion regarding buy-back options

Firefighters' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The December 11, 2023, meeting agenda for the Ocala Firefighters' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees contains only procedural boilerplate. No substantive business or decisions are listed in the provided text.

• Call to Order
• Roll Call
• Proof of Publication

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a subdivision final plat, a business district rezoning, and amendments to the city's affordable housing code. These items are subject to recommendation and potential final action by the City Council in January 2024.

• Final Plat approval for 41806 Maricamp Road
• Rezoning of approximately 12.3 acres from B-2 Community Business District to B-4 General Business District at State Road 200 and SW 48th Court
• Code of Ordinances amendments regarding Affordable Housing Definitions and the Housing Incentive Fund

The commission approved amendments to the affordable housing code regarding definitions and incentive fund eligibility. It also approved a final plat for Maricamp Road and a rezoning request for a property at State Road 200 and SW 48th Court.

• Approved SUB22-45043 41806 Maricamp Road Final Plat
• Approved rezoning from B-2 to B-4 for property at SW corner of State Road 200 and SW 48th Court
• Approved COD22-44820 to amend affordable housing definitions and incentive fund criteria
• Approved minutes from 11-13-23

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The board will review the October 5, 2023 meeting minutes and consider several Certificates of Appropriateness. These applications involve property modifications including a reroof, a pool, a curb cut, and a door.

• Reroof at 835 SE 2nd Street
• Pool installation at 621 SE 5th Street
• Curb cut at 717 SE 6th Street
• Door installation at 1138 SE 5th Street

The board approved four applications for exterior alterations to properties within the historic district. These included a roof replacement, a pool installation, a curb cut, and a security door. The board also discussed open code violations for two properties.

• Approved roof replacement at 835 SE 2nd Street (7-0)
• Approved 15-ft x 30-ft pool and deck at 621 SE 5th Street (7-0)
• Approved 10-ft wide curb cut at 717 SE 6th Street (5-2)
• Approved black wrought iron security storm door at 1138 SE 5th Street (7-0)
• Approved October 5, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will swear in Mayor Ben Marciano and Council Members Ire J. Bethea Sr. and Kristen Dreyer. The meeting also includes the election of a new Council President and Pro-Tem. Additionally, the council will consider several public hearings regarding land use and property designations.

• $300,000 for automotive body repairs with Liles Collision Service, Inc. and Michael Lessard, Inc.
• $283,376 purchase of a Cummins 400 kilowatt generator for the Ocala Police Department
• $250,729 purchase of an aerial bucket truck for the Public Works Department
• Introduction of ordinance to rezone 18.76 acres on NW Martin Luther King Jr Avenue to Governmental Use
• $248,109 renewal for the City’s customer management system, Cogsdale

The City Council swore in reelected members and elected Barry Mansfield as Council President and Kristen M. Dreyer as Council President Pro-Tem. The council approved multiple capital expenditures for police and public works equipment and adopted new cybersecurity standards.

• Elected Barry Mansfield as Council President (5-0)
• Elected Kristen M. Dreyer as Council President Pro-Tem (5-0)
• Approved outdoor storage increase to 20% for 5287 SW 6th Place (5-0)
• Designated NW 35th Street property as a brownfield area (5-0)
• Adopted cybersecurity standards for city data and infrastructure (5-0)
• Approved $248,109 renewal for Cogsdale customer management system (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 for automotive body repairs with Liles Collision and Michael Lessard (5-0)
• Approved $250,729 bucket truck for Public Works and $283,376 generator for Police (5-0)

North Magnolia Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will review July 27, 2023 minutes and consider several CRA grant applications. The meeting also includes an update on the Marion Heights-North Magnolia Redevelopment Project and discussion of the FY 2023-2024 budget.

• CRA Grant Application: 1224 N. Magnolia Ave
• CRA Grant Application: 1618 NW 1st Avenue
• CRA Grant Application: 314 NW 14th St.
• Marion Heights-North Magnolia Redevelopment Project update
• FY 2023-2024 Budget discussion (BR2023-103)

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review several code enforcement cases involving issues such as weeds, trash, and building permit requirements. The proceedings include new business regarding specific properties and old business concerning non-compliance.

• Case 2023_0373: 828 NE 6TH ST (weeds, trash, abandoned vehicles, water collections)
• Case 2023_10119: 913 NE 4TH ST (weeds and trash)
• Case 2022_8711: 2150 NW MARTIN L KING AVE (building permit requirements)
• Case 2023_10164: 215 S PINE AVE (building permit required)
• Case 2023_9607: 231 NW 16TH CT (weeds and trash)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will review the draft of the AHAC 2023 Annual Report. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding affordable housing projects.

• Review of AHAC 2023 Report Draft
• Discussion of Affordable Housing Projects
• Approval of June 28, 2023 and October 25, 2023 minutes

City Council

The City Council will review several contract renewals for utility services, technology, and grounds maintenance. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding a brownfield area designation on NW 35th Street and the sale of airport-related land.

• Sale of 115 acres of non-aviation property at Ocala International Airport for $11,500,000
• Public hearing for designating NW 35th Street property as a brownfield area (Resolution 2024-4)
• Ordinance 2024-7 regarding materials recovery facility criteria
• Two-year agreement with Polydyne, Inc. for liquid polymer supply totaling $450,000
• Authorization to opt out of DuPont and 3M PFAS class action settlements

City Council approved the sale of 115 acres at the Ocala International Airport and opted out of PFAS class action settlements. The council also adopted an ordinance updating buffer requirements for materials recovery facilities in industrial areas.

• Approved sale of 115 acres of non-aviation airport property to InSite Real Estate Investment Properties, LLC for $11,500,000
• Approved opting out of DuPont and 3m PFAS class action settlements
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-7 amending buffer zone criteria for materials recovery facilities (MRF)
• Approved $450,000 two-year agreement with Polydyne, Inc. for liquid polymer
• Approved $229,728 renewal for Getac in-car video and body camera hardware/software
• Approved $200,000 contract renewal with R & M Service Solutions, LLC for fire hydrant services
• Approved $126,566 Palo Alto Firewall hardware and software renewal
• Approved $197,274 renewal with Top Quality Lawn Maintenance, LLC for stormwater grounds maintenance

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will meet to review several development items. Discussion includes a historic building grant, an amendment to a redevelopment agreement, and a new lease for the American Legion Building.

• $17,413.98 grant for East Ocala CRA Historic Building Improvement at 723 E. Fort King Street
• Second Amendment to City Redevelopment Agreement for Brick City Residences & Shops, LLC
• Five-year lease with Ocala Main Street for the American Legion Building

The Board approved a historic building improvement grant and a redevelopment agreement amendment. It also approved a lease with Ocala Main Street for the American Legion Building.

• Approved September 5, 2023 minutes
• Approved $17,413.98 grant for 723 E. Fort King Street (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to City Redevelopment Agreement for Brick City Residences & Shops, LLC (5-0)
• Approved lease with Ocala Main Street for American Legion Building (4-1)

Board of Adjustment

The Ocala Board of Adjustment is reviewing requests for special exceptions and property variances. Proposals include allowing farm equipment sales on NE 8th Avenue and an indoor recreation facility on SW 18th Avenue. The board will also consider several residential setback reductions.

• Special exception for farm equipment sales at 1409 NE 8th Avenue
• Special exception for an indoor recreation facility at 1521 SW 18th Avenue
• Variance to reduce rear yard setback at 726 SE 3rd Street
• Variance to reduce setbacks at 222 SE 13th Avenue
• Variance to reduce front and rear yard setbacks in the 700 block of SE 2nd Street

The Board of Adjustment approved two special exceptions for industrial land use and two residential setback variances. One variance request was tabled and another was pulled. The Board also appointed a representative for a mediation hearing regarding a preschool academy.

• Approved SE23-45398 for Leppo Inc. to allow construction/farm equipment sales at 1409 NE 8th Avenue
• Approved SE23-45359 for Mist LLC to allow an indoor recreation facility at 1521 SW 18th Avenue
• Approved VAR22-44733 to reduce rear yard setback from 25 feet to 3 feet at 726 SE 3rd Street
• Approved VAR23-45388 to reduce rear yard setback to 5 feet and street side setback to 24 feet at 222 SE 13th Avenue
• Tabled VAR23-45353 for Natalie and Cody Wells
• Pulled VAR23-45392 for Joseph Carvalho
• Approved appointment of Mr. Carrasco (with Mr. Futch as backup) for Future Stars Preschool Academy mediation

West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will review the September 21, 2023, meeting minutes and receive updates on development and zoning cases. The agenda also includes a presentation from Ocala Electric Utility and recognition of the Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place.

• Approval of September 21, 2023, minutes
• Florida Redevelopment Association Award for Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place
• Presentation and discussion regarding Ocala Electric Utility
• Development and zoning case updates

The committee tabled the approval of previous meeting minutes. Staff presented updates on Heritage Trail plaques, affordable housing grant options, and a rejected grocery store proposal for the Paradise parcel. An Ocala Electric Utility representative discussed rate structures, while committee members raised concerns about utility costs and underground line construction in West Ocala.

• Approval of September 21, 2023 minutes tabled
• Heritage Trail plaques draft to be presented in mid-December
• Paradise parcel grocery store proposal not moved forward
• Affordable housing grants under review via Community Development Service
• Ocala Electric Utility presented consumer service statement

Brownfields Advisory Committee (Read-Only)

The committee is reviewing the EPA Quarter 4 Report and a proposed resolution for Brownfield Area West Oak Developers. The meeting also includes a notice of a public hearing regarding the West Oak Redevelopment North project.

• EPA Quarter 4 Report
• Proposed adoption of resolution designating Brownfield Area West Oak Developers
• Notice of Public Hearing for West Oak Redevelopment North

The committee tabled the approval of the September 16, 2023 minutes. Staff reported that no new EPA grant applications were received in the last quarter. Updates were provided on environmental assessments for several properties, including North Magnolia Avenue and SW 10th Street. A resolution to designate West Oak Redevelopment North as a Brownfields area was discussed, with public hearings scheduled for November 21 and December 5.

• September 16, 2023 minutes approval tabled
• EPA Quarter 4 report reviewed (no new applications)
• Project updates reviewed for North Magnolia Ave, SW 10th St, and Reed Place
• West Oak Redevelopment North designation discussed (public hearings pending)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review subdivision plats for West Oak and the Ocala 75 Logistics Park. It will also consider Marion County's request to rezone 18.76 acres on NW Martin Luther King Jr Avenue to Governmental Use. Additionally, a public hearing is scheduled regarding outdoor storage at 5287 SW 8th Place.

• Rezoning 18.76 acres on NW MLK Jr Ave to Governmental Use
• Land use change for 18.76 acres on NW MLK Jr Ave to Public designation
• Approval of West Oak Phase 1 and Phase 2 residential final plats
• Request to increase outdoor storage to 20% at 5287 SW 8th Place
• Ocala 75 Logistics Park Phase 1 Conceptual Subdivision Plan

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved several subdivision plats and a request to rezone 18.76 acres for Marion County governmental use. The board also approved a right-of-way vacation and an alley abrogation despite one public objection.

• Approved West Oak Phase 1 Final Plat (4-0)
• Approved West Oak Phase 2 Residential Final Plat (4-0)
• Approved Ocala 75 Logistics Park Phase 1 Conceptual Plan (4-0)
• Tabled 41806 Maricamp Road Final Plat (4-0)
• Approved Eco Property Investments, LLC outdoor storage increase to 20% (4-0)
• Approved Marion County land use change to Public for 18.76 acres (4-0)
• Approved Marion County rezoning to G-U (Governmental Use) for 18.76 acres (4-0)
• Approved Malak, LLC right-of-way vacation for 0.28 acres (4-0)

General Employees' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board discussed investment performance through September 30, 2023, and updates regarding House Bill 3 filing requirements. Trustees also addressed new trustee appointments and potential contract changes for investment management.

• September 30, 2023 portfolio balance of $174,202,296
• Quarterly portfolio performance of -2.11% vs index of -3.03%
• Fiscal year performance of 4.17% vs index of 3.50%
• Appointment of new trustees Tom Casey and Charley Varney
• Discussion of House Bill 3 (Chapter 2023-28, Laws of Florida) filing requirements

The Board of Trustees approved a draft investment policy and the minutes from the August 14, 2023 meeting. The Board also authorized Foster & Foster to provide an impact statement regarding a DROP ordinance change.

• Approved Ocala General Investment Policy DRAFT
• Approved August 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved request for Foster & Foster to provide impact statement for DROP ordinance change

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Municipal Code Enforcement Board will review several cases involving code violations such as weeds, trash accumulation, and missing building permits. The meeting includes new business regarding specific properties and old business concerning non-compliance.

• Case No: 2023_10150: 195 SW 33RD AVE (Permitted use violations)
• Case No: 2023_10095: 1815 NE 30TH ST (Weeds and trash accumulation)
• Case No: 2023_10200: 3082 NE 24TH ST (Dangerous buildings and building permits)
• Case No: 2023_9953: 3674 NW BLITCHTON RD (Building permit required)
• Case No: 2023_9885: 1400 NE 46th Court (Weeds and stormwater pollutants)

City Council

The Ocala City Council will consider several large-scale infrastructure contracts and equipment purchases. The agenda also includes a liquor license application and the review of various grant agreements. A rezoning request for property at SE 24th Road and SE 31st Street has been postponed.

• Contract for Fisher Park Pond Expansion and lift station upgrades up to $1,258,904
• Five-year contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Tasers totaling $945,806
• Purchase of electric meters from Wesco Distribution, Inc. estimated at $1,000,000
• Liquor license approval for Mellow Mushroom at 2 SW Fort King Street
• Environmental assessment of Taxiway-C for $405,023

The Ocala City Council approved numerous contracts and expenditures, including a $1.26 million limit for the Fisher Park Pond Expansion project and a $945,806 five-year contract for police Tasers. The council also approved on-premise alcohol sales for Mellow Mushroom at 2 SW Fort King Street. A rezoning request for property at SE 24th Road and SE 31st Street was postponed to December 19, 2023.

• Approved alcohol sales for Mellow Mushroom at 2 SW Fort King Street (6-0)
• Approved $1,258,904 max contract for Fisher Park Pond Expansion and lift station upgrades (6-0)
• Approved $945,806 five-year contract for Ocala Police Department Tasers (6-0)
• Approved $405,023 environmental assessment for Taxiway-C improvements (6-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 purchase of electric meters (6-0)
• Postponed rezoning of 14.15 acres at SE 24th Road and SE 31st Street to Dec 19 (6-0)
• Approved $250,000 max contract for 2050 Master Plan planning services (6-0)
• Approved $142,086 grant agreement for Community Paramedicine Program (6-0)

Investment Committee

The committee will receive reports from Seix Investment Advisors, PFM Asset Management, Sawgrass Asset Management, and CapTrust Asset Management. The agenda also includes an internal investment report and a discussion regarding the updated Ocala Investment Policy.

• Reports from Seix Investment Advisors
• Reports from PFM Asset Management
• Reports from Sawgrass Asset Management
• Reports from CapTrust Asset Management
• Review of updated Ocala Investment Policy

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will consider applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. These include requests for a shed and fence at 610 SE 9th Avenue and a reroof at 835 SE 2nd Street. The board will also review the minutes from the September 7, 2023 meeting.

• Shed and fence application for 610 SE 9th Avenue (Case File # 27)
• Reroof application for 835 SE 2nd Street (Case File # 203)
• Review of September 7, 2023 meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board approved a request for three types of aluminum and privacy fencing at 610 SE 9th Avenue. The board tabled the request for a shed at the same address and tabled a separate application because the representative was absent.

• Approved fencing for 610 SE 9th Avenue (COA23-45396)
• Tabled shed installation for 610 SE 9th Avenue (COA23-45396)
• Tabled COA23-45383 due to absence of applicant/representative
• Approved September 7, 2023, meeting minutes

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review several code enforcement cases involving weeds, trash accumulation, and building permit issues. The proceedings include examining evidence and testimony to determine if fines or liens should be levied against property owners.

• Case No: 2023_10129 regarding weeds/trash at 2524 NE 19TH AVE
• Case No: 2023_10022 regarding weeds/trash at 1130 NE 12TH AVE
• Case No: 2023_10128 regarding weeds/trash and fencing at 1044 NE 14TH ST
• Case No: 2023_10044 regarding housing code standards at 19 NW 21ST PL
• Case No: 2023_10030 regarding illicit discharge at 1420 NW 10TH ST

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will review proposed changes to the Affordable Housing Ordinance. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Office of Homeless Prevention staff and items regarding affordable housing projects and surplus land listings.

• Proposed changes to Affordable Housing Ordinance
• Office of Homeless Prevention presentation
• Affordable Housing Projects
• Initial Surplus Land Listing

East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will review a historic building grant application for 723 E. Fort King Street. The agenda also includes project updates and the approval of minutes from June 28, 2023.

• East Ocala CRA Historic Building Grant Application - 723 E. Fort King Street

The committee approved a historic building grant for HVAC improvements at 723 E. Fort King Street. Members also received updates on the Infinite Ale Works Brewery renovation and discussed proposed changes to city grant programs to support affordable housing.

• Approved June 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $17,413.98 Historic Building grant for 723 E. Fort King Street

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding land rezoning and alarm system definitions. The meeting also includes multiple budget resolutions to fund expenditures related to Hurricanes Ian, Nicole, and Idalia.

• HUD Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing Grant application for $10,000,000
• Postponement of rezoning for SE 24th Road and SE 31st Street until November 7, 2023
• Ordinance 2024-2: Rezoning 424 SW 11th Street from B-1A to B-4
• Ordinance 2024-3: Rezoning 3100 SW 3rd Street from M-1 to M-2
• Budget resolutions for Hurricane Ian ($212,445), Hurricane Nicole ($398,497), and Hurricane Idalia ($421,975)

The City Council approved a $10 million grant application for housing obstacles and adopted several rezoning ordinances. The council also appropriated over $1 million for hurricane-related expenditures and various city service contracts.

• Approved $10M HUD Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing Grant application
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-2 to rezone 424 SW 11th Street to General Business District
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-3 to rezone 3100 SW 3rd Street to Medium Industrial
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-4 to amend Future Land Use Element for 2015 NE 14th Street
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-5 amending alarm system definitions and enforcement
• Appropriated $212,445 for Hurricane Ian, $398,497 for Hurricane Nicole, and $421,975 for Hurricane Idalia
• Approved $1,401,151 expenditure for AT&T Wireless mobile communications
• Postponed rezoning and PD standards for SE 24th Road and SE 31st Street to Nov 7

Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee will review grant applications for the Commercial Building Grant Program. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the approved Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget and project updates.

• Commercial Building Grant Program applications
• Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget review
• Approval of June 27, 2023 minutes
• Project updates

The committee reviewed a proposal to increase the maximum Commercial Building Improvement Grant from $25,000 to $50,000 to address rising construction costs. Members also discussed the potential for a new mural and public art grant for the Downtown CRA. No formal votes were recorded for these proposals.

• Tabled June 27, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment

The Ocala Board of Adjustment is reviewing several land-use requests, including a proposed repair garage and a building height increase. The board will also consider a request to reduce a front yard setback for a property on SE 3rd Street.

• Special exception for a repair garage at 2199 NW 10th Street
• Height increase from 50 to 54 feet at SW 34th Avenue and SW 34th Terrace
• Variance to reduce front yard setback at 1213 SE 3rd Street

The Board approved special exceptions for Guinn III Properties LLC and Inn of Ocala LLC. A variance request for Natalie and Cody Wells was tabled. The board also rescheduled the January 15, 2024 meeting to January 22, 2024.

• Approved special exception SE23-45254 for Guinn III Properties LLC
• Approved special exception SE23-45332 for Inn of Ocala LLC
• Tabled variance VAR23-45353 for Natalie and Cody Wells
• Approved rescheduling January 15, 2024 meeting to January 22, 2024
• Approved September 18, 2023 minutes as amended

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will consider a request to amend regulations regarding materials recovery facility criteria. Additionally, the commission will review proposed changes to affordable housing definitions and incentive fund eligibility.

• Code amendment for Paglia & Associates, LLC regarding Section 122-1225 (materials recovery facility criteria)
• Proposed amendments to Section 106-102 (Affordable Housing Definitions) and Section 106-105 (Housing Incentive Fund)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a request to amend the Code of Ordinances regarding materials recovery facility criteria. One other code amendment request was postponed.

• Approved COD23-45306 to amend Code of Ordinances Section 122-1225 regarding materials recovery facility criteria (5-1)
• Postponed COD22-44820 code amendment (6-0)
• Approved September 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The board will review several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding property modifications. These items include requests for solar panels, a pool cage, a pergola and fireplace, a fence, and a retaining wall.

• 839 SE 5th Street: Solar Panels
• 720 SE 9th Avenue: Pool Cage
• 1011 SE 5th Street: Pergola / Fireplace
• 705 SE 4th Street: Fence
• 516 SE 12th Avenue: Retaining Wall

The board approved four Certificates of Appropriateness for residential exterior alterations, including a pool cage, pergola, fence, and retaining wall. One application for solar panel installation was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved pool cage installation at 720 SE 9th Avenue (8-0)
• Approved backyard pergola and wood burning fireplace at 1011 SE 5th Street (8-0)
• Approved 6-foot shadow box cypress wood fence at 705 SE 4th Street (8-0)
• Approved 4-foot retaining wall at 516 SE 12th Avenue (7-0)
• Withdrawn: solar panel installation application

Municipal Arts Commission

The Municipal Arts Commission will review a grant application from Strategic Community Alliance, Inc. and receive an update on the S Curve Mural project. Minutes from previous meetings were not submitted for approval at this meeting.

• Grant application: Strategic Community Alliance, Inc.
• Project update: S Curve Mural

The Commission approved two grant applications totaling $4,500. It was also reported that the S Curve Mural project is on hold indefinitely due to financial and artist challenges.

• Approved $1,500 grant for Strategic Community Alliance, Inc.
• Approved $3,000 grant for Ocala Municipal Arts Commission application
• Tabled approval of October 4, 2023 minutes

City Council

The council will review various contracts, including medical services for overdose patients and traffic striping renewals. Additionally, the session includes the first reading of ordinances for property rezonings and city code amendments.

• $941,590 estimated expenditure for citywide information technology equipment
• $550,685 agreement with Lutheran Services Florida, Inc. for medical services to overdose patients
• $495,000 estimated expenditure for citywide traffic striping services
• Rezoning of 14.15 acres at the northwest corner of SE 24th Road and SE 31st Street
• $324,017 FDOT grant agreement for Taxiway C improvements

City Council approved several service agreements, including $941,590 for IT equipment and $550,685 for overdose patient medical services. The council also certified the September 19, 2023 election results and approved a worker's compensation settlement.

• Approved $941,590 for citywide IT equipment (5-0)
• Approved $550,685 agreement with Lutheran Services Florida, Inc. for overdose patient medical services (5-0)
• Approved $495,000 renewal with McShea Contracting, LLC for traffic striping (5-0)
• Approved $190,000 agreement with Ocala Metro Chamber & Economic Partnership (4-1)
• Adopted $324,017 FDOT grant for Taxiway C Environmental Assessment (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Kristi M. Van Vleet as Assistant City Attorney (5-0)
• Certified September 19, 2023 election results (5-0)
• Approved $75,000 worker's compensation settlement for Kurt Gallisdorfer (5-0)

North Magnolia Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will consider two CRA grant applications for properties on N. Magnolia Ave. and NW 1st Avenue. The meeting also includes an update on the Marion Heights-North Magnolia Redevelopment Project and a discussion regarding the FY 2023-2024 budget.

• CRA Grant Application CRA23-45375 (1224 N. Magnolia Ave.)
• CRA Grant Application CRA23-45355 (1618 NW 1st Avenue)
• Marion Heights-North Magnolia Redevelopment Project update
• FY 2023-2024 Budget discussion

Special Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold hearings regarding various ordinance violations throughout the city. Cases include issues with dangerous buildings, tree removal permits, and property maintenance such as weeds or trash. The magistrate has the authority to levy fines and place liens on properties if these violations are not corrected.

• Dangerous building nuisance cases at 3150 NE 36th Ave
• Tree removal permit violations at 1019 NE 19th St and 1815 NE 2nd St
• Property maintenance issues involving weeds and trash at 2371 NW 45th Ter
• Building permit and site plan approval cases at 1650 NW 7th St
• Abandoned or hazardous swimming pool violations at 2120 SE 13th St

City Council: Work Session

The Ocala City Council is holding a work session to review updates from the Strategic Planning Session. The agenda contains only this discussion item and standard procedural motions.

• Strategic Planning Session updates

Brownfields Advisory Committee (Read-Only)

The committee will review the August 17, 2023, minutes and Ocala Site Application 21939-003-05 #6. The meeting also includes a summary of the Phase II ESA Report for Phoenix Heights.

• Ocala Site Application 21939-003-05 #6
• Phase II ESA Report summary (Phoenix Heights)
• Approval of August 17, 2023 minutes

The Brownfields Advisory Committee recommended approval of a site application to assess City-owned parcels for contamination. These lots are intended for the development of single-family affordable housing. The committee also reviewed a Phase II ESA Report summary for Phoenix Heights.

• Approved August 17, 2023 Minutes
• Recommended approval of assessment for Ocala Site Application 21939-003-05 #6 (6-1)

West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will review the FY 2023-2024 budget and West Ocala CRA Grant Programs. The meeting also includes project updates and development or zoning case updates.

• FY 2023-2024 Budget (BR 2023-104)
• West Ocala CRA Grant Programs
• September 21, 2023 Project Updates memo
• Development & zoning cases update

The committee approved the minutes from the July 20, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the FY 2023-2024 budget and proposed grant programs for affordable housing, rehabilitation, and rental assistance.

• Approved July 20, 2023 Minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 city budget and several property rezoning ordinances. Additional business includes approving water and sewer project agreements and vehicle equipment purchases.

• Adopt $1,000,397,742 budget for the City of Ocala (BR-2023-170)
• Rezoning of 5.14 acres near SE Maricamp Road and SE 25th Avenue (Ordinance 2023-60)
• Rezoning of 2.12 acres in the 3000 block of NE 36th Avenue (Ordinance 2023-61)
• Purchase of 52 vehicles and equipment for $4,222,472
• Agreement for Lower Floridan Aquifer Conversion Project for $1,000,000

City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget for the City of Ocala and the Downtown Development fund. The council also approved several rezoning ordinances and infrastructure contracts.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 City of Ocala budget of $1,000,397,742 (5-0)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 Downtown Development fund budget of $339,474 (5-0)
• Adopted millage rate of 6.6177 for the City of Ocala (5-0)
• Approved $4,222,472 for 52 vehicles and equipment (5-0)
• Approved $1.19M contract for liquid sodium hypochlorite (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 5.14 acres near SE Maricamp Rd and SE 25th Ave to Office Park (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 2.12 acres in 3000 block of NE 36th Ave to Medium Industrial (5-0)
• Approved honorary street name 'Frank Washington Street' for SW Seventh Street (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is reviewing several special exception requests for zoning changes. These include proposals for a daycare facility, a repair garage, and height increases at HCA Florida West Marion Hospital. The board is also considering multi-family residential developments in business districts.

• Daycare facility request at 1601 NW 14th Street
• Repair garage proposal for 2199 NW 10th Street (tabled until October 16)
• Height increase from 50 to 97 feet at 4600 SW 46th Court
• Multi-family development request at 424 SW 11th Street
• Multi-family development at the corner of SW 6th Avenue and SW 12th Street

The Board approved three special exceptions for multifamily housing and hospital height increases, while denying a request for a daycare center. One application was tabled for a future meeting.

• Approved height increase from 50 to 97 feet for HCA Florida West Marion Hospital (6-0)
• Approved multifamily use in B-4 district at 424 SW 11th Street (6-0)
• Approved multifamily use in B-2 district at SW 6th Avenue and SW 12th Street (6-0)
• Denied daycare center request SE23-45207 (4-2)
• Tabled special exception SE23-45254 for Guinn III Properties LLC (5-0)
• Approved July 17, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Municipal Code Enforcement Board will review several cases involving property maintenance and building code violations. These include issues such as weeds, trash accumulation, dangerous buildings, and missing building permits.

• Case No: 2023_9443 regarding weeds, trash, and dangerous buildings at 616 NW 10th Pl
• Case No: 2023_9927 regarding building permit requirements at 4205 NE 7th St
• Case No: 2023_9876 regarding weeds and trash accumulation at 2205 NE 6th Pl
• Case No: 2023_9865 regarding weeds and housing code standards at 1124 NE 23rd St
• Case No: 2023_9824 regarding weeds and trash accumulation at 990 NW 15th Ave

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding Resolution 2023-39. This item proposes the approval of fire assessment rates for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.

• Public hearing to adopt Resolution 2023-39 approving FY 2023-2024 fire assessment rates

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission is reviewing several rezoning requests for business and industrial properties. These include changes to land use on SW 11th Street, SW 3rd Street, and SW 6th Place. One request involves a planned development at SE 24th Road and SE 31st Street.

• Rezone 14.15 acres at SE 24th Road and SE 31st Street to Planned Development
• Rezone 0.54 acres at 424 SW 11th Street from B-1A to B-4
• Rezone 2.11 acres at 3100 SW 3rd Street from M-1 to M-2
• Postponement of rezoning 2.93 acres at 5287 SW 6th Place

The Commission approved a planned development for a Class A apartment complex and two separate rezoning requests. One rezoning request for Eco Property Investments, LLC was tabled.

• Approved rezoning from PUD-0 to PD and approved PD Plan for 14.15 acres at SE 24th Road and SE 31st Street (3-2)
• Approved rezoning from B-1A to B-4 for property at 424 SW 11th Street (5-0)
• Approved rezoning from M-1 to M-2 for property at 3100 SW 3rd Street (5-0)
• Tabled rezoning request for Eco Property Investments, LLC (ZON23-45325) (5-0)
• Approved minutes from the 8-14-23 meeting (5-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The board will review minutes from the August 3, 2023 meeting. Members will consider Certificates of Appropriateness for solar panels at 839 SE 5th Street and a renovation at 222 SE 13th Avenue. The agenda also includes an affirmative maintenance item regarding a fence at 719 SE 2nd Street.

• Certificate of Appropriateness: Solar panels at 839 SE 5th Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness: Renovation at 222 SE 13th Avenue
• Affirmative Maintenance: Fence at 719 SE 2nd Street

The Board approved a request to install new windows at 222 SE 13th Avenue. A request for solar panels at 839 SE 5th Street was tabled pending more information. The Board also noted a privacy fence installed without approval at 719 SE 2nd Street.

• Approved August 3, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approved COA23-45219 for new windows at 222 SE 13th Avenue
• Tabled COA23-45227 regarding solar panels at 839 SE 5th Street

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will meet to adopt budget resolutions for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The board will also review a residential paint grant application for a property on NE Fourth Street.

• Adopt East Ocala Redevelopment Subarea Fund budget of $2,020,357
• Adopt Downtown Redevelopment Subarea Fund budget of $1,030,772
• Adopt North Magnolia Redevelopment Subarea Fund budget of $812,748
• Adopt West Ocala Redevelopment Subarea Fund budget of $2,840,134
• Approve $4,000 residential paint grant for 948 NE Fourth Street

The Board adopted four budget resolutions for the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 covering the East Ocala, Downtown, North Magnolia, and West Ocala redevelopment subareas. Additionally, the Board approved a residential paint grant for a property on NE Fourth Street.

• Adopted Budget Resolution 2023-101 for East Ocala Redevelopment Subarea Fund: $2,020,357 (5-0)
• Adopted Budget Resolution 2023-102 for Downtown Redevelopment Subarea Fund: $1,030,772 (5-0)
• Adopted Budget Resolution 2023-103 for North Magnolia Redevelopment Subarea Fund: $812,748 (5-0)
• Adopted Budget Resolution 2023-104 for West Ocala Redevelopment Subarea Fund: $2,840,134 (5-0)
• Approved $4,000 residential paint grant for 948 NE Fourth Street (5-0)
• Approved August 15, 2023 minutes (4-0, 1 absent)

City Council

The City Council will consider the tentative Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget for the City of Ocala, totaling $1,000,397,742. The meeting also includes discussions on millage rates, animal control ordinances, and various zoning requests.

• Adoption of the $1,000,397,742 City of Ocala budget for FY 2023-2024
• Collective bargaining agreement with International Association of Firefighters Local 2135
• Transformer supply and delivery contract with Gresco Supply, Inc. for $2,677,562
• Renewal of on-site health and wellness center services for $4,090,087
• Rezoning of property in the 1800 block of US Highway 27

The City Council approved several high-value contracts, including a health center renewal and transformer supplies. The council also adopted a new animal control ordinance and approved multiple rezoning and land use requests.

• Approved $4,090,087 renewal for on-site employee health and wellness center
• Approved $2,677,562 for transformer supply and delivery services with Gresco Supply, Inc.
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-57 adding Chapter 14 (Animal Control) to the Code of Ordinances
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with IAFF Local 2135 (Oct 1, 2023 - Sept 30, 2026)
• Adopted Budget Resolution 2023-164 appropriating $2,079,824 to support SunTran
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-58 to rezone 2 acres in 1800 block of US Highway 27 to M-1
• Adopted Resolution 2023-36 to abrogate 0.36 acres of SW 13th Street and alley for medical office
• Approved beer and wine off-premise consumption permit for 7-Eleven #41941H

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will receive a presentation from the Office of Homeless Prevention. Discussion items include proposed changes to the Affordable Housing Ordinance and updates on surplus land statutes.

• Office of Homeless Prevention presentation
• Proposed changes to Affordable Housing Ordinance
• Affordable Housing Projects discussion
• Surplus Land Statutes and Best Practices update
• Report from Statewide Affordable Housing Conference

East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will review a residential paint grant application for 948 NE 4th Street. The meeting also includes project updates and the approval of minutes from June 28, 2023.

• East Ocala CRA Residential Paint Grant Application (CRA23-45313) for 948 NE 4th Street
• Approval of June 28, 2023 minutes

The committee approved a residential paint grant for a historic property. The June 28, 2023 minutes were tabled. Members discussed a proposed $1.25 million budget and a potential public art grant program.

• Approved residential paint grant for 948 NE 4th Street (5-0)
• Tabled June 28, 2023 minutes

Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee is meeting to review grant applications for the Commercial Building Grant Program and a CRA grant summary. The agenda also includes receiving project updates and approving minutes from June 27, 2023.

• Commercial Building Grant Program applications
• Downtown Ocala CRA Grant Summary
• Project updates
• Approval of June 27, 2023 minutes

City Council: Work Session

The Ocala City Council is holding a work session to discuss the proposed budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. This meeting includes time for public comments and official roll call.

• Proposed Budget - Fiscal Year 2023-2024

Board of Adjustment

The Ocala Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for August 21, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda included requests for a repair garage at 2199 NW 10th Street and a height increase at 4600 SW 46th Court.

• Special Exception: Repair garage request for Guinn III Properties LLC at 2199 NW 10th Street
• Special Exception: Height increase request from 50 to 97 feet for HCA Florida West Marion Hospital at 4600 SW 46th Court

Firefighters' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the Fire Investment Report for June 30, 2023. The meeting includes an attorney report regarding House Bill 3 and legislation updates. The board will also consider approving minutes from the May 15, 2023, meeting.

• Fire Investment Report for June 30, 2023
• Attorney report on House Bill 3 and legislation updates
• Approval of May 15, 2023, meeting minutes

The Board of Trustees approved updates to the investment policy to align with House Bill 3, specifically regarding pecuniary factors and proxy voting. The Board also approved the May 15, 2023, meeting minutes and a DROP request for John Villella.

• Approved investment policy changes to comply with House Bill 3 (5-0)
• Approved May 15, 2023, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved DROP for John Villella (5-0)

Municipal Arts Commission

The commission will review the July 6, 2023 minutes and consider a Municipal Arts Commission grant request. The agenda also includes project updates and informational items.

• MCA Grant Request

Brownfields Advisory Committee (Read-Only)

The committee will review Ocala Site Application 25855-000-00 #5. Members will also receive an update on the Brownfields Assessment Grant. A presentation regarding West Oak is scheduled under other business.

• Ocala Site Application 25855-000-00 #5
• Brownfields Assessment Grant update
• West Oak presentation

The Brownfields Advisory Committee approved the May 18 and June 15, 2023 minutes. The committee recommended approval for a Brownfields assessment of six parcels in the North Magnolia CRA for the Marion Heights project. Staff provided updates on a $500,000 grant and the development of a public GIS application for site documentation.

• Approved May 18, 2023 minutes
• Approved June 15, 2023 minutes
• Recommended approval of Brownfields assessment for Ocala Site application 25855-000-00 #5 (Marion Heights)

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will consider a commercial property improvement grant for 320 NW 10th Street. The board will also receive a presentation regarding a new construction grant program for Community Redevelopment Areas.

• $8,119 North Magnolia CRA Commercial Property Improvement Grant for 320 NW 10th Street
• Presentation on a new construction grant program for Community Redevelopment Areas

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board approved a new construction grant program for the CRAs. The board also approved a commercial property improvement grant for a location on NW 10th Street.

• Approved July 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $8,119 North Magnolia CRA Commercial Property Improvement Grant for 320 NW 10th Street
• Approved new construction grant program for the Community Redevelopment Areas

City Council

The City Council will consider several land use and rezoning ordinances, including changes to a 5.83-acre property on NW 35th Street. The meeting also includes decisions on major technology contracts, utility inventory, and insurance premiums.

• Rezoning and land use changes for 5.83 acres on the south side of NW 35th Street
• Purchase of two autotransformers from PTI Transformers, Inc. for up to $8,070,340
• Five-year contract with CentralSquare Technologies, LLC for permitting software up to $954,792
• Approval of $285,406 in State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) grant funding
• Approval of $2,676,385 for FY 2023-2024 property, casualty, liability, and workers' compensation insurance

The City Council approved several high-value infrastructure and software contracts, including a major purchase for the electric utility. The council also adopted ordinances regarding golf cart operations and multi-family dwelling intensity in shopping centers. A proposal to manage a parking lot at 210 W. Silver Springs Blvd. was denied.

• Approved purchase of two autotransformers for $8,070,340
• Approved $2.67M for FY 2023-2024 insurance premiums
• Approved $2.03M for stop loss insurance for self-insured health plan
• Approved $954,792 contract with CentralSquare Technologies for permitting software
• Approved $235,000 for FususOne software and public safety IT equipment
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-53 revising golf cart operation codes
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-54 and 2023-55 for land use and rezoning on NW 35th Street
• Denied lease with DOMACH, LLC to manage parking lot at 210 W. Silver Springs Blvd.

General Employees' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review an attorney report regarding legislation, unpaid benefit payments, and attorney fees. The meeting also includes a presentation from Wellington and a quarterly performance report from Segal.

• Attorney report on House Bill 3 and unpaid benefit payments
• Wellington presentation
• Segal Quarterly Performance Report for June 30, 2023
• Review of May 8, 2023, meeting minutes

The Board approved transferring $7 million from Wellington to a Vanguard Index Fund at Principal. Members also voted to increase attorney fees to $400 per hour and decided against pursuing the BC contract. Additionally, the Board elected Arnold "Arnie" Hersh as Chairman following Doug Peebles' resignation.

• Approved increase in attorney fees to $400 per hour
• Approved decision not to pursue the BC contract
• Approved transfer of $7 million from Wellington to a Principal Index Fund
• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Elected Arnold "Arnie" Hersh as Chairman
• Decided not to retain a third party to locate retirees and beneficiaries

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider several subdivision plans, rezoning requests, and land use changes. They will also review a proposed amendment to the City Comprehensive Plan regarding the Water Supply Facilities Work Plan and a code amendment for district criteria.

• Rezoning 2.12 acres in the 3000 block of NE 36th Ave from Light Industrial to Medium Industrial
• Rezoning 5.14 acres near SE Maricamp Rd and SE 25th Ave to Office Park
• Land use changes for properties at 2199 NW 10th Street and 2191 NW 10th Street
• Abrogation of a portion of SW 13th Street and a 12-foot-wide alley (0.36 acres)
• Comprehensive Plan amendment to approve the Water Supply Facilities Work Plan

The Commission approved four subdivision plans, two rezoning requests, and two land use changes. It also approved the abrogation of a portion of SW 13th Street and amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and District Criteria Chart.

• Approved West Oak PH 4 Conceptual Subdivision Plan
• Approved RTG Ocala Final Plat
• Approved Carson’s Place Phase 1 Conceptual Subdivision Plan
• Approved Cala Hills Tract J Conceptual Subdivision Plan
• Approved rezoning of 2.12 acres at NE 36th Ave from M-1 to M-2
• Approved rezoning of property near SE Maricamp from OP and O-1 to OP
• Approved land use change to Low Intensity for 2199 NW 10th Street (4.84 acres)
• Approved land use change to Low Intensity for 2191 NW 10th Street (8.6 acres)

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Municipal Code Enforcement Board will review several cases involving code violations including dangerous buildings, unsafe electrical conditions, and improper tree removal. The Board has the authority to levy fines, require payment of administrative costs, and place liens on personal property.

• Case 2023_9439: Dangerous buildings and unsanitary matter at 629 NW 10th Pl
• Case 2023_9530: Removal of trees at 2701 NE 23rd Ave and 2703 NE 23rd Ave
• Case 2022_9030: Fence/wall violations at 1633 NW 14th St
• Case 2023_9089: Abandoned vehicles and improper land use at 1832 NW 3rd St
• Case 2023_9101: Dangerous buildings at 1010 S Pine Ave

Tree Commission

The Ocala Tree Commission will meet to discuss downtown trees and review tree requests. The meeting includes a workshop regarding revisions to the Tree Code and the Ocala Tree Commission Code.

• Discussion regarding Downtown Trees
• Workshop on Tree Code Redline Revisions
• Workshop on Ocala Tree Commission Code
• Review of Tree Requests
• Information on Tree Removal Applications

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will meet to consider several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding property modifications. The board will also discuss updates on 317 SE Wenona Avenue and upcoming preservation conferences.

• Certificate of Appropriateness: 1241 E Fort King Street (Roof & Porte Cochere)
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 211 SE Sanchez Avenue (Roof)
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 620 SE Sanchez Avenue (Windows)
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 720 E Fort King Street (Windows)
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 714 NE 2nd Street (Wood deck)

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board approved several Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior alterations and one new construction design. Decisions included approvals for window installations, a porte cochere, and a standalone deck. One new construction project was approved with the requirement to return for final material details.

• Approved exterior alterations for 1241 E Fort King Street (Unanimous)
• Approved exterior alterations for 211 SE Sanchez Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved recessed MI windows for 620 SE Sanchez Avenue (7-2)
• Approved composite ogee profile muntins for 720 E Fort King Street (5-4)
• Approved exterior alterations and recommended white fence for 714 NE 2nd Street (Unanimous)
• Approved exterior alterations for 723 E Fort King Street (Unanimous)
• Approved new construction design for Parcel # 2820-028-009 pending further material review (Unanimous)
• Approved July 6, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Investment Committee

The Investment Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and receive reports from several asset management firms. The committee will also review an internal investment report.

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

City Council

The City Council will vote on several contracts, including a $2.5 million vehicle purchase for Electric and Public Works departments. They will also hold final readings on ordinances regarding a zoning change at SW 12th Street and SW Sixth Avenue and new regulations for childcare facility play areas.

• Zoning change for 0.29 acres at SW 12th Street and SW Sixth Avenue
• Purchase of 22 vehicles for Electric and Public Works up to $2,533,689
• Pool slide replacements for Jervey Gantt and Hampton Aquatic Centers for $303,273
• Three-year uniform program contract for $340,000
• Amendment to daycare facility play area regulations

The City Council approved several high-value procurement contracts, including vehicle purchases and aquatic center upgrades. They also adopted ordinances for a specific zoning change and updated daycare facility regulations.

• Approved purchase of 22 vehicles for Electric and Public Works Departments not to exceed $2,533,689
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-51 zoning change from B-1A to R-3 at SW 12th Street and SW Sixth Avenue
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-52 amending daycare facility play area regulations for indoor play
• Approved $303,273 for pool slide replacements at Jervey Gantt and Hampton Aquatic Centers
• Approved three-year uniform program contract with Tyndale Enterprises, Inc. for $340,000
• Approved $100,000 for warehouse inventory software and equipment with Barcode and Mobile Inventory Systems Group
• Approved $90,000 renewal for fire equipment and supplies with Municipal Equipment Company, LLC
• Approved Consent Agenda including wastewater connection for Spanish Oaks subdivision and $4,500 MOU with School Board of Marion County

North Magnolia Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The North Magnolia Redevelopment Advisory Committee will review grant applications and project updates. The meeting includes a discussion on a grant for 320 NW 10th Street and a proposed grant for new construction.

• CRA Grant Application CRA23-45290 for 320 NW 10th Street
• Marion Heights - North Magnolia Redevelopment Project Update
• Proposed CRA Grant for New Construction
• Approval of May 25, 2023, meeting minutes

Special Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will review various property violation cases. The session includes new business regarding weeds, trash, dangerous buildings, and illicit discharges, as well as old business regarding petitions and non-compliance.

• Case 2023_9177: Stavola Investments LLC (1400 BLK of NW 18th St) regarding weeds and trash
• Case 2023_9073: Bright Leonard (1500 NW 20th Ct) regarding dangerous buildings and unsafe electrical conditions
• Case 2023_9491: Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc (3801 SW College Rd) regarding illicit discharge
• Case 2023_9774: Debolt Mark C TR (65 SW 2nd Ave) regarding illicit discharge
• Case 2023_9520: Terra Mar Waste Land LLC (423 NW 12th Ave) regarding weeds and trash

West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the Heritage Trail and West Ocala CRA Grant Programs, specifically the New Construction Grant. The meeting also includes updates on various projects and development or zoning cases.

• Heritage Trail discussion
• West Ocala CRA New Construction Grant Programs
• Project updates
• Development and zoning cases update

The committee approved the minutes from the May 18, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the framework for a new construction grant program and the solicitation process for surplus lots intended for affordable housing.

• Approved May 18, 2023 minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting tentative millage rates for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and several budget resolutions. The meeting also includes discussions on fire assessments, economic incentives, and various city contracts.

• Adoption of tentative FY 2023-2024 millage rates
• Appropriation of $5,101,070 in American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Reimposition of non-ad valorem Fire Assessments via Resolution 2023-33
• Economic Investment Program incentive for Antebellum Manufacturing, LLC up to $150,000
• Purchase of roofing materials from Henry Company, Inc. not to exceed $250,000

City Council approved several budget amendments, including the appropriation of $5.1 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds. The council also adopted tentative millage rates for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and approved various infrastructure and service contracts.

• Appropriated $5,101,070 in American Rescue Plan Act funds (Approved)
• Adopted FY 2023-2024 tentative millage rates: Basic City 6.6177, District A 1.7185, District B 1.6332, District C 1.4699 (Adopted)
• Approved $250,000 for roofing materials from Henry Company, Inc (Approved)
• Approved $150,000 Economic Investment Program incentive for Antebellum Manufacturing, LLC (Approved)
• Reassigned $251,944 from CDBG Public Facilities to CDBG Housing Rehabilitation (Approved)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-33 for non-ad valorem Fire Assessments (Adopted)
• Approved $124,725 for BidNet eProcurement software (Approved)
• Approved $58,130 for Customer Service Center office construction (Approved)

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will review a residential paint grant application and a budget resolution for a community center project. The meeting includes discussions on fund appropriations from the West Ocala CRA Reserve.

• $4,000 residential paint grant for 937 NE Third Street
• $47,896 budget resolution for a screen wall at Mary Sue Rich Community Center
• Approval of June 20, 2023, CRA minutes

The Board approved a residential paint grant for a property on NE Third Street and adopted a budget resolution for a screen wall at the Mary Sue Rich Community Center.

• Approved $4,000 East Ocala CRA Residential Paint Grant for 937 NE Third Street
• Adopted Budget Resolution 2023-100 to appropriate $47,896 for a screen wall at Mary Sue Rich Community Center
• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment

The Ocala Board of Adjustment will meet to hear requests for special exceptions. The board will consider a height increase for a business property and a request to allow a day care facility in a residential zone.

• Special Exception for Shelijen, LLC to increase building height from 50 to 60 feet at 4579 to 4631 NW Blitchton Road
• Special Exception for G & G Holding and Trust LLC to allow a Day Care Facility at 1601 NW 14th Street

The Board of Adjustment approved a request to increase the maximum building height from 50 to 60 feet for a property in the B-2 Community Business Zoning District. A request to allow a day care facility in an R-2 residential zone was tabled.

• Approved height increase from 50 to 60 feet for Parcel# 21509-001-02 (4-0)
• Tabled request for Day Care Facility use at 1601 NW 14th Street (4-0)
• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Municipal Code Enforcement Board will meet to hear cases regarding property violations including weeds, trash, and building permit requirements. The Board has the authority to levy fines, require payment of administrative costs, and place liens on personal property for uncorrected violations.

• Case 2022_7692: Violations at 1417 NW 19th Ave involving weeds, trash, and building permits
• Case 2023_9288: Repeat violator case at 918 SW 2nd St regarding weeds and dangerous buildings
• Case 2023_9179: Permit and housing code violations at 732 and 738 SE 12th St
• Case 2023_9416: Water collection, weeds, and housing code violations at 735 and 737 NE 25th Ave
• Consent Agenda for Non-Compliance: Four cases including 3490 W Silver Springs Blvd and 3660 SE Maricamp Rd

City Council: Work Session

The Ocala City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Florida Municipal Power Agency and affordable housing. No formal votes or decisions are listed for these discussion topics.

• Discussion regarding Florida Municipal Power Agency
• Discussion regarding affordable housing

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several land use and rezoning applications. These include requests for West Oak Developers, LLC and EBL Commercial LLC, as well as a proposed code amendment regarding multi-family dwelling calculations.

• Land use change for 5.83 acres on the south side of NW 35th Street (West Oak Developers, LLC)
• Rezoning and PD plan amendment for 5.83 acres on the south side of NW 35th Street
• Rezoning of 2 acres in the 1800 block of US Highway 27 (EBL Commercial LLC)
• Postponement of rezoning request for 5.14 acres near SE Maricamp Rd and SE 25th Ave
• Code amendment for Section 122-910 regarding multi-family dwelling unit calculations

The Commission approved a land use change and rezoning for a mixed-housing development on NW 35th Street and a rezoning to light industrial on US Highway 27. It also approved a code amendment to allow mixed-use developments in Shopping Centers based on floor area ratio. One rezoning request for RM Maricamp, LLC was postponed.

• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved land use change from Public to Medium Intensity/Special District for property on south side of NW 35th Street (LUC23-45236)
• Approved rezoning from Government Use to Planned Development for property on south side of NW 35th Street (PD23-45234)
• Approved rezoning from General Business and Light Industrial to Light Industrial for property in 1800 block of US Highway 27 (ZON23-45220)
• Postponed rezoning request for RM Maricamp, LLC (ZON23-45222)
• Approved amendment to Section 122-910 to calculate multi-family dwelling units by floor area ratio in Shopping Centers (COD23-45198)

Municipal Arts Commission

The Municipal Arts Commission will conduct a business meeting to discuss various grant applications and artist requests. The agenda includes reviews of the Strategic Community Alliance and Couch Sessions grant applications.

• Strategic Community Alliance Grant Application
• Couch Sessions Grant Application
• Artist roster addition request
• S Curve Mural discussion
• Approval of April 6, 2023 minutes

The commission approved a grant for Indian dance and cultural instruction. The board denied an artist's request to join the Artist Roster due to a lack of experience and determined a separate grant applicant did not meet non-profit or artist qualifications.

• Approved $1,500.00 grant for Strategic Community Alliance
• Denied Artist Roster addition request based on lack of experience
• Denied Couch Sessions grant application for not meeting non-profit or artist qualifications
• Approved April 6, 2023 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will review several Certificates of Appropriateness for property modifications. The agenda includes requests for fences, solar panels, roofing, and a pre-conference for new construction.

• Fence request for 1140 E Fort King Street
• Renovation request for 222 SE 13th Avenue
• Fence, shed, and driveway patio request for 721 SE 3rd Street
• Solar panels request for 839 SE 5th Street
• Reroof request for 1138 SE 5th Street

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board approved several Certificates of Appropriateness for fencing, exterior alterations, and roofing. One application for windows at 222 SE 13th Avenue was tabled, and the board discussed a new construction proposal and a roof replacement for the Israel Brown house.

• Approved June 1, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approved fence installation at 1140 E Fort King Street
• Approved renovations and recommended variance for 222 SE 13th Avenue; tabled windows
• Approved fencing and exterior alterations for 721 SE 3rd Street
• Approved replacement of clay tiles with asphalt shingles at 1138 SE 5th Street
• Approved 6-month extension for 1415 SE 8th Street

East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee will discuss potential new grant programs, including a new construction grant. The committee will also receive updates regarding East Ocala CRA projects and the budget.

• Discussion on New Construction Grant program
• Review of CRA23-45239 grant packet for 937 NE 3rd St
• East Ocala CRA Projects & Budget updates

The Committee approved a $4,000 residential paint grant for a property at 937 NE 3rd Street. Members also reviewed a proposed new construction grant program for commercial or multifamily projects with minimum expenses of $1 million. The City will present application and scoring criteria at a future meeting.

• Approved April 26, 2023 Minutes
• Approved $4,000 grant award for CRA23-45239 (937 NE 3rd St)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will review the Surplus Land Statutes and Best Practices Guidebook. Members will also receive an introduction to SB 102, also known as the Live Local Act.

• Review of Surplus Land Statutes and Best Practices Guidebook
• Introduction to SB 102 (Live Local Act)
• Approval of February 28, 2023 minutes

Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the Downtown Ocala CRA Grant Program. The committee will also receive an update regarding Downtown Ocala CRA projects and the current budget.

• Downtown Ocala CRA Grant Program discussion
• Downtown Ocala CRA Projects & Budget Update

City Council: Work Session

The Ocala City Council is holding a work session to discuss the Fire Assessment Study. No other specific discussion topics or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Fire Assessment Study discussion

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a special exception request from Shelijen, LLC regarding a 6.10-acre property. The request seeks to increase the maximum building height in the B-2 Community Business Zoning District.

• Special Exception SE23-45183: Request to increase maximum height from 50 feet to 58.5 feet (roof) or 65.5 feet (parapet) for property at 4579 to 4631 NW Blitchton Road

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and alcohol sales permits. The meeting also includes decisions on multiple service contracts and budget resolutions.

• Rezoning of 216.75 acres at former Pine Oaks Golf Course (Ordinance 2023-48)
• Alcohol sales permits for Fat Boys BBQ, Big Lee’s BBQ, and Champion’s Run Luxury RV Resort
• Sidewalk and concrete service contracts with Marcum Enterprises and Creative Concrete Design (up to $1.12 million total)
• Contract with Algat Enterprises for Leahmon residence reconstruction ($130,177)
• Allocation of $300,000 in ARPA funding to the Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County

The City Council approved the rezoning of approximately 216.75 acres of the former Pine Oaks Golf Course. Other key actions included approving several alcohol sales permits and awarding multiple infrastructure and maintenance contracts.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-48 and Resolution 2023-30 to rezone former Pine Oaks Golf Course to Planned Development (5-0)
• Approved beer and wine sales for Fat Boys BBQ, Big Lee’s BBQ, and Champion’s Run Luxury RV Resort (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-47 permitting recreational and boat storage in M-2 and M-3 zoning districts (5-0)
• Approved $560,000 sidewalk concrete contracts for Marcum Enterprises, LLC and Creative Concrete Design of Columbia County, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $130,177 contract with Algat Enterprises, Inc. for Leahmon residence reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved $675,000 tire repair contract with Advanced Tire Service (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-32 to donate six motorcycles to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office (5-0)
• Approved $491,666 Community Development Block Grant agreement (5-0)

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will consider an amendment to the Imagine North Magnolia Residential Façade and Property Improvement Grant Program. The Board will also review incentives for new construction within the Community Redevelopment Areas.

• Amendment to Imagine North Magnolia Residential Façade and Property Improvement Grant Program
• Review of incentives for new construction in Community Redevelopment Areas

Brownfields Advisory Committee (Read-Only)

The committee will review grant application 2823-067-005 #4 and receive an update on the Brownfields Assessment Grant. Members will also hear a presentation regarding the former Pine Oaks Golf Course brownfield site.

• Review of Grant Application 2823-067-005 #4
• Brownfields Assessment Grant update
• Presentation on former Pine Oaks Golf Course brownfield site

The committee denied a grant application for a Phase I assessment of a property previously used as a Bank of America. The board discussed the potential for contamination from a 1991 petroleum spill on an adjacent property but determined the assessment was not needed. A presentation on the former Pine Oaks Golf Course site was tabled.

• Denied grant application 2823-067-005 #4 (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider several land development requests, including rezoning for multi-family residential use and a comprehensive plan amendment. They will also review proposed changes to city code regarding daycare play areas and district criteria.

• Approval of Watula South Final Plat & Developers Agreement
• Rezoning 1537 NE 19th Ave from single-family to multi-family residential
• Rezoning SW 6th Ave and SW 12th St from limited business to multi-family residential
• Comprehensive Plan amendment for 2015 NE 14th Street regarding Policy 18.3
• Code amendment for urban daycare facility indoor play areas

The Commission approved a rezoning for multi-family residential housing and an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to remove density restrictions on a 9.84-acre property. It also approved updates to daycare play area regulations and the District Criteria Chart. One rezoning case was tabled.

• Approved May 8, 2023, minutes (5-0)
• Approved SUB23-45118 Watula South Final Plat & Developers Agreement (5-0)
• Tabled ZON23-45179 rezoning request (5-0)
• Approved ZON23-45189 rezoning from B-1A to R-3 Multi Family Residential (5-0)
• Approved FLUP23-45191 amendment to delete Policy 18.3 density restrictions for 2015 NE 14th Street (4-0)
• Approved COD23-45175 to allow indoor play areas for licensed urban childcare facilities (5-0)
• Approved COD23-45170 amendment to Section 122-244 District Criteria Chart (5-0)

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Municipal Code Enforcement Board will hear new business regarding three specific code violation cases. The board will also address requests for petitions and consider extensions for existing orders.

• New Business: Case No: 2022_8909
• New Business: Case No: 2023_9132
• New Business: Case No: 2023_9295
• Petitions: Case #2020_4753, Case #COM09_0713, and Case #COM15_1134
• Consent Agenda: Extensions for Case #2023_9199 and Case #2022_9050

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning ordinances, including adding recreational and boat storage to M-2 and M-3 districts. The meeting also includes decisions on significant budget resolutions for grant fund carry-forwards and American Rescue Plan Act transfers.

• Ordinance 2023-47: Adding recreational and boat storage to M-2 and M-3 zoning districts
• Ordinance 2023-48: Rezoning 216.75 acres of former Pine Oaks Golf Course to Planned Development
• Budget Resolution 2023-143: Carry forward of $23,273,656 in prior fiscal year grant funds
• Budget Resolution 2023-144: Transfer of $5,142,323 from American Rescue Plan Act Reserves
• Zabatt Power Systems contract: $2,614,564 for lift station generator and manhole lid projects

City Council approved the 2023 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan and a concurrency agreement for a 326-unit apartment complex. The council also adopted budget resolutions for grant fund carry-forwards and ARPA reserves, and approved several utility and equipment purchases.

• Approved 2023 CDBG Annual Action Plan (5-0)
• Approved concurrency agreement for 326-unit apartment complex (5-0)
• Adopted Budget Resolution 2023-143 to carry forward $23,273,656 in grant funds (5-0)
• Adopted Budget Resolution 2023-144 to transfer $5,142,323 from ARPA Reserves (5-0)
• Approved $150,000 purchase of electric meters from Wesco Distribution, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $2,614,564 contract with Zabatt Power Systems, Inc. for lift station generators (5-0)
• Approved fuel supply contract with Petroleum Traders Corporation up to $2,500,000 (5-0)
• Approved $1,260,000 agreement with Evoqua Water Technologies, LLC for wastewater odor control (5-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will meet to review several Certificates of Appropriateness. The board will also review the minutes from the May 4, 2023, meeting.

• Certificate of Appropriateness: 620 SE Sanchez Avenue (Case #71)
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 205 SE Sanchez Avenue (Case #267)
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 315 SE Watula Avenue (Case #188)
• Review of May 4, 2023, meeting minutes

The Board approved certificates of appropriateness for doors, siding, and fencing at three different addresses. One request for window replacement was tabled pending further information on manufacturer designs. The Board also discussed future revisions to fence regulations and window repair guidelines.

• Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes as amended
• Approved siding and doors with transoms for 620 SE Sanchez Avenue
• Tabled window replacement for 620 SE Sanchez Avenue
• Approved 6-foot wooden privacy fence for 205 SE Sanchez Avenue with condition to remove last panel
• Approved single pane no grille doors for 315 SE Watula Avenue

Municipal Arts Commission

The Commission will review grant applications from Strategic Community Alliance and Couch Sessions. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Artist Rooster addition requests and the S Curve Mural.

• Grant applications for Strategic Community Alliance
• Grant applications for Couch Sessions
• Artist Rooster addition requests
• S Curve Mural discussion

Special Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will review various city ordinance violations. The proceedings include new business regarding site plan approvals, land use limitations, and unsanitary conditions, as well as old business regarding non-compliance.

• Site plan and land use violations at 1022 NW 22nd Ct and 1200 block of NW 22nd Ct
• Weeds and unsanitary matter violations at 800 block of NW 8th St
• Multiple violations at 1644 SW 6th St including parking, building permits, and fencing
• Weeds and unsanitary matter violations at 2000 block of SW 1st St
• Non-compliance hearings for several properties including 1734 W Hwy 40 and 1013 NW 4th St

North Magnolia Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The North Magnolia Redevelopment Advisory Committee will meet to review the Marion Heights / Imagine North Magnolia ITN update. The meeting also includes project updates and the approval of minutes from the March 30, 2023, meeting.

• Marion Heights / Imagine North Magnolia ITN Update
• Approval of March 30, 2023 Minutes

The committee approved a backup plan to use CRA funds for a sewer conversion grant program if state funding is unavailable. This program aims to connect 15 homes in Marion Heights to the sanitary sewer system. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 30, 2023 meeting.

• Approved March 30, 2023 Minutes
• Approved use of CRA grant program as backup funding for Marion Heights sewer conversion if state funds are not received

West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will hold an election of officers and provide updates on the Heritage Trail. The meeting also includes updates on development, zoning cases, and Greater Ocala Community Development Corporation projects.

• Election of officers
• Heritage Trail updates
• Development and zoning case updates
• Greater Ocala Community Development Corporation updates

The committee approved the March 23, 2023 minutes and elected Elgin Carelock as Chairman and Ruth Etta Reed as Vice Chairman. Members also approved a process to select ten community leaders for representation on Heritage Trail plaques. Staff provided updates on affordable housing, grocery store solicitation, and zoning cases.

• Approved March 23, 2023 Minutes (7-0)
• Elected Elgin Carelock as Chairman (7-0)
• Elected Ruth Etta Reed as Vice Chairman (7-0)
• Approved Heritage Trail Selection Committee to move forward with final recommendation of ten community leaders for plaques (7-0)

Brownfields Advisory Committee (Read-Only)

The committee will review grant application #26297-000-00 and receive updates on Phase I Environmental Site Assessment reports. The meeting also includes the election of committee officers and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Review of Ocala Site Application 26297-000-00 #3
• Phase I ESA Report update for SW 10th Street
• Phase I ESA Report update for 343 NE 1st Avenue
• Election of Committee Officers

The Brownfields Advisory Committee approved a grant application for an environmental assessment of a City-owned site previously used as a shooting range and lumber facility. The committee also elected new officers and reviewed progress on other assessment grants.

• Approved February 23, 2023 and March 16, 2023 minutes
• Approved Ocala Site Application 26297-000-00 #3 for environmental assessment
• Elected Brady Fritz as Chairman
• Elected Ruth Reed as Vice Chairman

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will meet to approve the FY 2022 Annual Report. The board will also review and approve minutes from the March 21, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of FY 2022 Annual Report
• Approval of March 21, 2023, meeting minutes

The Board approved the meeting minutes from March 21, 2023. The Board also approved the FY 2022 Annual Report, which included a Goals & Policies Report and an audit showing a negative position of $1.1 million.

• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved FY 2022 Annual Report

City Council

The City Council will consider a $3,352,854 SunTran budget and a zoning change for 15 acres on SW 43rd Court. The meeting also includes several contract approvals for public works, police, and airport equipment.

• Public hearing for SunTran's $3,352,854 FY 2022 budget
• Zoning change to R-3 Multi-family Residential for 15 acres on SW 43rd Court
• Amendment to Miller Pipeline Services Agreement up to $7,500,000
• Purchase of a new SWAT transport vehicle for $154,785
• Increase of General Employees Retirement System benefit multiplier from 1.0% to 1.3%

City Council approved several high-value infrastructure and utility contracts, including a $7.5M water resources agreement and a solar energy participation agreement. The council also adopted a zoning change for multi-family residential property and increased the General Employees Retirement System benefit multiplier.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-46 for R-3 zoning change on SW 43rd Court
• Approved Chapter 163 Development Agreement for 26.63 acres on SW 43rd Court
• Approved beer and wine sale for BWO Investment, LLC (Best Western Ocala)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-45 increasing retirement benefit multiplier from 1.0% to 1.3%
• Approved $7.5M First Amendment to Miller Pipeline’s Services Agreement
• Approved $454,010 for traffic signal equipment
• Adopted Resolution 2023-27 for Solar III Energy Participation Agreement
• Approved $154,785 for new Ocala Police Department SWAT transport vehicle

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hear two requests for special exceptions. These include a request for outdoor manufacturing in a heavy industrial zone and a request for outdoor display in a general business zone.

• Special Exception SE23-45159: Outdoor manufacturing at 1700 NW 8th Avenue (16.95 acres)
• Special Exception SE23-45158: Outdoor display in the front yard at 3352 NW Blitchton Road (6.79 acres)

The Board of Adjustment approved two special exception requests. One allows a concrete batching plant with modified operating hours, and the other allows a pool business to install a display pool.

• Approved special exception for Railyard One, LLC concrete plant with hours modified to 1 am to 8 pm
• Approved special exception for Randy Berner/Aqua Pools to install a fenced pool with conditions
• Approved minutes from February 20, 2023
• Rescheduled June meeting to Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Firefighters' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct a meeting to discuss disability matters and attorney reports. The agenda includes a review of litigation, disability updates, and service provider disclosures.

• Gallisdorfer disability discussion
• Attorney report on litigation and disability updates
• ARA Core Property Fund Service Provider Disclosure Statement
• Review of March 27, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of February through April 2023 accounts payable expenses

The Board approved moving $800,000 from a Blackrock value account to a cash account to cover upcoming expenses. Trustees also approved the March 27, 2023 minutes and expenses for February through April 2023. A disability claim for Mr. Gallisdorfer was approved contingent upon an Independent Medical Examination report.

• Approved transfer of $800,000 from Blackrock Value to cash account (5-0)
• Approved Mr. Gallisdorfer's disability contingent to the IME report
• Approved March 27, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved February - April 2023 accounts payable expenses (5-0)

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Municipal Code Enforcement Board will conduct hearings regarding new business cases and old business non-compliance cases. The agenda includes administrative items such as the approval of minutes and the swearing in of officers.

• New Business Case No: 2023_9184 (Officer Gregory S Anderson)
• New Business Case No: 2023_9177 (Officer Gregory S Anderson)
• New Business Case No: 2023_9295 (Officer Robert Moore)
• Old Business Consent Agenda for Non-Compliance (MASSEY) Case #: 2023_9199
• Old Business Consent Agenda for Non-Compliance (MASSEY) Case #: 2022_9050

Tree Commission

The Tree Commission will hold an election of officers and review minutes from September 28, 2021. The meeting includes discussions on downtown and recreation/parks tree projects, as well as potential amendments to the Tree Ordinance.

• Election of officers
• Downtown Trees projects
• Recreation and Parks tree projects
• Tree Ordinance Amendments
• FDACS Urban and Community Forestry Grants

General Employees' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the October 1, 2022, actuary valuation from Foster & Foster. The meeting includes reports from the attorney, internal auditor, and consultant regarding quarterly performance.

• Foster & Foster Actuary Valuation (October 1, 2022)
• Segal Quarterly Performance Report (March 30, 2023)
• Internal Auditor report on audit process
• Wellington presentation
• Approval of February 13, 2023, meeting minutes

The board approved the annual actuarial valuation, which sets the city's required contribution for fiscal year 2023-24 at $8 million, including costs from a recent ordinance change. The city has $1.7 million available to offset the cost. The board also approved the February 13, 2023 meeting minutes. No public comments were made.

• Approved annual actuarial valuation setting city contribution at $8 million (unanimous)
• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0, one absent)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several land use requests, including a large-scale planned development and a concurrency agreement for a new apartment complex. Most items will move to the City Council for final action in June.

• West Oak: Rezoning 216.75 acres (former Pine Oaks Golf Course) to Planned Development
• Iron Horse Communities: Rezoning 12.9 acres at 500 SW 33rd Avenue from Light to Medium Industrial
• Lake Louise, LLC: Concurrency Development Agreement for a 326-unit apartment complex on 88.73 acres
• Code Amendment: Allowing recreational vehicle and boat storage in M-2 and M-3 industrial districts

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a rezoning of the former Pine Oaks Golf Club (approx. 216.75 acres) from Governmental Use to Planned Development, along with the PD Plan and Design Standards. They also approved a rezoning from M-1 to M-2 for two parcels totaling about 12.9 acres to allow RV/boat/storage uses, a concurrency development agreement for a 326-unit apartment complex and future residential development at Lake Louise, and a code amendment allowing RV and boat storage in M-2 and M-3 districts. All votes were unanimous except the code amendment, which passed 4-1 with Kesselring dissenting.

• Approved rezoning of former Pine Oaks Golf Club (216.75 acres) from Governmental Use to Planned Development with PD Plan and Design Standards (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 500 SW 33rd Avenue and adjacent parcel (12.9 acres) from M-1 to M-2 for RV/boat/storage uses (4-0, Rudnianyn recused)
• Approved concurrency development agreement for 326-unit apartment complex and future residential development at Lake Louise (4-0, Rudnianyn recused)
• Approved code amendment allowing RV and boat storage in M-2 and M-3 zoning districts (4-1, Kesselring nay)
• Approved minutes of April 10, 2023 meeting (5-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will meet to review and consider several Certificates of Appropriateness. These applications involve various properties throughout Ocala to ensure compliance with preservation standards.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 621 SE 5th St (Case #111)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 605 SE Sanchez Avenue (Case #230)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 727 SE 4th Street (Case #45)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 211 SE Sanchez Avenue (Case #121)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 315 SE Watula Avenue (Case #118)

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board approved seven Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs) for exterior alterations, fences, roofs, windows, and a driveway on historic properties. One COA was split: the deck and doors were approved, but the window replacement was tabled for further review. The board also discussed increasing community outreach to new homeowners of historic properties.

• Approved COA21-44600 for a 32'x33' addition at 621 SE 5th Street (unanimous)
• Approved COA23-45156 for a 3-foot wrought iron fence at 605 SE Tuscawilla Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved COA23-45154 for a 6-foot wooden fence at 727 SE 4th Street (unanimous)
• Approved COA23-45121 for a metal roof replacement at 211 SE Sanchez Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved COA23-45104 for window replacement at 315 SE Watula Avenue with conditions (8-1, Cosand nay)
• Approved COA23-45155 for a concrete driveway at 205 SE Sanchez Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved deck and doors, tabled window replacement for 720 E. Fort King Street (COA23-45171) (unanimous)
• Approved April 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a $77,167,433 budget resolution to reconcile cash balances and continue unfinished projects. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a development agreement on 26.63 acres near SW 43rd Court and several contract approvals.

• Budget Resolution 2023-137 for $77,167,433 to reconcile cash balances and continue projects
• Public hearing for a Chapter 163 Development Agreement for 26.63 acres on SW 43rd Court
• Two-year contract with C.W. Roberts Contracting, Inc. for up to $5,000,000
• Three-year contract with The Fishel Company for $900,000 in utility analysis services
• Settlement in Cynthia Haile v. the City of Ocala for $100,000

City Council approved several infrastructure and service contracts, including a $5M transportation rehabilitation project and a $239,640 street sweeping renewal. The Council also adopted a budget resolution for $77.1M to reconcile cash balances and continue previous projects. A public hearing was opened for a development agreement on SW 43rd Court.

• Approved $5M contract with C.W. Roberts Contracting, Inc. for Transportation Rehabilitation Improvement Program (5-0)
• Adopted Budget Resolution 2023-137 for $77,167,433 to reconcile cash balances and continue projects (5-0)
• Approved $239,640 one-year street sweeping renewal with All Seasons Landscape Contractors, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $900,000 three-year contract with The Fishel Company for pole attachment analysis (5-0)
• Approved $157,100 contract with R&R Builders, LLC for Pennington residence rehabilitation (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 micro-business loan program agreement with Greater Ocala Community Development Corporation (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 settlement for Cynthia Haile v. the City of Ocala, Florida (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Jared R. Gainey as Assistant City Attorney (5-0)

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will meet to discuss the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022. The meeting includes a presentation of the report, an independent auditor's report, and a governance letter to the Council.

• Presentation of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for fiscal year ending September 30, 2022
• Independent Auditor’s Report
• Governance Letter to Council
• Approval of April 19, 2022, meeting minutes

Investment Committee

The Investment Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and receive reports from several asset management firms. The committee will also review an internal investment report.

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

Special Magistrate

The Municipal Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will review various code violation cases. The proceedings include new business, requests for petitions, and a consent agenda for non-compliance hearings.

• New Business: Case No: 2023_9107
• New Business: Case No: 2023_9093
• New Business: Case No: 2023_9227
• New Business: Case No: 2023_9125
• New Business: Case No: 2023_9117

East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates regarding East Ocala CRA projects and the budget. The meeting also includes a summary of the CRA New Construction Grant programs.

• East Ocala CRA New Construction Grant Summary
• East Ocala CRA Projects and Budget Updates
• Approval of February 22, 2023 minutes

The Committee expressed favor for a proposed new construction grant program that targets projects costing at least $1 million. Staff provided an overview of the program's funding limits and eligibility requirements. The City also reported receiving a $500,000 grant for Brownfields Phase 1 & 2 assessments.

• Approved February 22, 2023 minutes
• Recommended approval of the new construction grant program framework

Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee will review the Downtown Ocala CRA New Construction Grant Summary. Members will also receive updates regarding Downtown Ocala CRA projects and the current budget.

• Downtown Ocala CRA New Construction Grant Summary
• Downtown Ocala CRA Projects & Budget Update
• Election of Officers
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

The Committee approved a new construction grant program that allocates $300,000 annually to fund up to three large projects. Recipients are ineligible for other CRA grants for 15 years unless the city manager grants an exception. The Committee also re-elected its leadership.

• Approved new construction grant program with 15-year restriction on other CRA grants unless waived by city manager
• Approved minutes from August 23, 2022, December 16, 2022, and February 28, 2023
• Elected Ted Schatt as Chairman
• Elected Rhella Murdaugh as Vice Chairman

Brownfields Advisory Committee (Read-Only)

The Brownfields Advisory Committee will meet to review grant applications and receive an update on the Brownfields Assessment Grant. The committee will also conduct an election of officers and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Review of Ocala Site Application 26297-000-00 #3
• Update on Brownfields Assessment Grant
• Election of Committee Officers
• Approval of February 23 and March 16, 2023 minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider several high-value contracts for tree trimming, drainage, and transportation rehabilitation. The meeting also includes a public hearing on land use amendments and a rezoning request for property on SW 60th Avenue.

• Rezoning 7 acres on the west side of SW 60th Avenue from Governmental Use to Light Industrial
• Three-year contract with Davey Resource Group for tree trimming and power line clearing for $7,624,629
• Two-year contract with C.W. Roberts Contracting, Inc. for transportation rehabilitation up to $5,000,000
• Two-year contract with Marion Rock, LLC for drainage rehabilitation estimated at $3,000,000
• Acceptance of $8,000,000 in FDOT grant funds for the NW 44th Avenue Extension

City Council approved a ten-year animal control agreement with Marion County and adopted a resolution to expand the official golf cart map into downtown Ocala. The council also approved a land use text amendment and a rezoning request for light industrial use.

• Approved ten-year animal control agreement with Marion County for FY22/23 expenditure of $502,700
• Adopted Resolution 2023-24 to expand official golf cart map to include portions of downtown Ocala
• Approved text amendment for Medium Intensity/Special District Land Use Classification (Case No. CPTA23-45126)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-44 to rezone ~7 acres on SW 60th Avenue from Governmental Use to Light Industrial (Case # ZON22-44988)

Board of Adjustment

The scheduled meeting of the Ocala Board of Adjustment for April 17, 2023, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted by the board at this time.

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Municipal Code Enforcement Board will meet to hear new business regarding various code ordinance violations. The board will also review petitions and conduct a consent agenda hearing for non-compliance cases.

• New business hearings for 11 code violation cases
• Petitions for Case #2021_6335, #2021_6339, and #2021_6307
• Consent Agenda for Non-Compliance (MASSEY) hearing for 6 cases

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three subdivision plat approvals and a request to amend the City's Future Land Use Element. The commission acts in an advisory capacity, providing recommendations to the City Council for final action.

• Approval of College Park Townhomes Final Plat (SUB22-44997)
• Approval of My 3 Rose Conceptual Subdivision Plan (SUB21-44610)
• Approval of Heath Preserve Phase 1 and 2 Final Plat (SUB22-44738)
• Amendment to revise Medium Intensity/Special District land use definitions (CPTA23-45126)

The commission approved final plats for College Park Townhomes and Heath Preserve Phase 1 and 2, as well as a conceptual plan for My 3 Rose. Additionally, the board approved an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan regarding Medium Intensity/Special District land use definitions.

• Approved SUB22-44997 College Park Townhomes Final Plat
• Approved SUB22-44738 Heath Preserve Phase 1 and 2 Final Plat
• Approved SUB21-44610 My 3 Rose Conceptual Subdivision Plan
• Approved CPTA23-45126 Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment for Medium Intensity/Special District land use
• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will meet to review requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. The agenda includes two specific case files and a preliminary conference for a new case.

• Certificate of Appropriateness: 211 SE Sanchez Avenue (Case #121)
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 315 SE Watula Avenue (Case #118)
• Preliminary Conference: Case COA23-45129 (2820-028-009)

The board approved the meeting minutes from March 2, 2023. Two requests for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding a roof replacement and window replacements were tabled for further information. A preliminary conference for a new construction project was discussed, with the board requesting additional renderings and plan revisions.

• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Tabled Case File # 121 (211 SE Sanchez Ave) roof replacement request
• Tabled COA233 45104 (315 SE Watula Avenue) window replacement request

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget resolutions, contract renewals, and infrastructure projects. Key items include a multi-million dollar recycling contract and various facility renovations.

• Five-year renewal with Waste Pro of Florida, Inc. for recycling ($8,439,862)
• Four-year contract with Sport Surface Pros, LLC for athletic court resurfacing ($159,300)
• Budget Resolution 2023-130 for HOME Investment Partnership Program grant ($516,240)
• Budget Resolution 2023-131 for a disaster mitigation project ($373,354)
• Renovation of SunTran Administration and Maintenance Facility by Advanced Commercial Contractors, Inc. ($320,495)

The City Council approved a five-year curbside recycling contract and several other service agreements. They also adopted an ordinance regarding litter and illegal dumping to align with county standards. Additionally, the council approved budget resolutions for HOME grant funding and disaster mitigation.

• Approved 5-year recycling contract with Waste Pro of Florida, Inc. for $8,439,862 (4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-43 regarding litter and illegal dumping (5-0)
• Approved 4-year athletic court resurfacing contract with Sport Surface Pros, LLC not to exceed $159,300 (5-0)
• Adopted Budget Resolution 2023-130 for HOME Investment Partnership Program grant of $516,240 (5-0)
• Adopted Budget Resolution 2023-131 for disaster mitigation project totaling $373,354 (5-0)
• Approved 3-year grounds maintenance contract with Southern Lawn Care Mid Florida, Inc. not to exceed $196,911 (5-0)
• Approved $109,200 contract with R&R Builders, LLC for residence rehabilitation at 844 NE 44th Avenue (5-0)
• Approved $320,495 contract with Advanced Commercial Contractors, Inc. to renovate SunTran facility (5-0)

North Magnolia Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The North Magnolia Redevelopment Advisory Committee will discuss the Marion Heights redevelopment project and its Invitation to Negotiate (ITN). The committee will also receive updates regarding the North Magnolia CRA subarea budget.

• Marion Heights - North Magnolia Redevelopment Project and ITN
• North Magnolia CRA Subarea Budget updates

The committee approved a no-interest loan of $396,117 from the North Magnolia CRA budget to fund water and sewer utilities in Project Area 1. The loan is to be reimbursed by Water Resources in fiscal year 2024-2025. The committee also approved the minutes from the December 8, 2022 meeting.

• Approved $396,117 no-interest loan from CRA budget to City for Project Area 1 utilities (6-0)
• Approved December 8, 2022 minutes

Special Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will review various new and old business cases regarding municipal code violations. The body has the authority to levy fines, require administrative costs, and place liens on personal property for uncorrected violations.

• Review of 21 new code enforcement cases
• Consent agenda for 23 non-compliance hearing cases
• Public comment period for residents

Firefighters' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the 2022 actuary valuation and Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) reports. The meeting includes discussions on quarterly investment reports, accounts payable, and the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget.

• Actuary Valuation and COLA Report review
• Fire Quarterly Investment Report for December 31, 2022
• Review of Accounts Payable from November 2022 to January 2023
• 2023-2024 Fire Pension Plan Budget discussion
• Discussion regarding Post DROP Total Distributions and Buy Back Cost

The Board approved the 2023-2024 budget and the 10/1/2022 Actuary Valuation. Members authorized moving $800,000 from Blackrock to cash to rebalance the portfolio and set the long-term expected annual rate of investment return at 7%.

• Approved 2023-2024 budget
• Set expected annual rate of investment return at 7%
• Approved moving $800,000 from Blackrock to cash to rebalance portfolio
• Approved 10/1/2022 Actuary Valuation as amended
• Approved 2023 Monthly Benefit Payable from COLA Fund
• Approved expenses for FY 2021-2022
• Approved accounts payable for November 2022 - January 2023
• Approved seeking legal counsel on using City medical reports for disability determinations

West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

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

• Heritage Trail discussion
• Development & Zoning Cases Update
• Other Project Updates

The Committee approved mounting pictures and accomplishments of 16 community leaders on 12x18 panels with single pedestals for the Heritage Trail project. A decision on the use of silhouettes was deferred. The Committee also agreed by consensus to include landscape improvements for the trail.

• Approved January 19, 2023 minutes
• Approved mounting pictures and accomplishments of 16 community leaders on 12x18 panels with single pedestals
• Agreed by consensus to include landscape improvements for Heritage Trail

City Council

The City Council will consider several rezoning requests and land use changes, including a 61.4-acre planned development on SW 60th Avenue. The meeting also includes decisions on various municipal contracts and temporary alcohol permits for local fundraisers.

• Rezoning 61.4 acres on the east side of SW 60th Avenue (Case PD22-44929)
• Two-year contract with Carmeuse Lime & Stone, Inc. up to $2,287,818
• Wetland Open Pavilion Project contract with Blackwater Construction Services, LLC for $487,576
• Purchase of LIFEPAK defibrillators using FEMA grant funds for $388,342
• Three-year contract with PMA Management Corp. for $802,239

The City Council approved a rezoning and resolution for a mixed-use planned development on SW 60th Avenue. Council also approved several business alcohol licenses and multiple utility and infrastructure contracts. One application for alcohol sales at a Family Dollar location was denied due to proximity to a school.

• Approved rezoning to Planned Development for 61.4 acres on SW 60th Avenue (5-0)
• Approved alcohol license extension for Infinite Ale Works fundraiser (5-0)
• Approved temporary alcohol permit for Marion County Builders’ Association (5-0)
• Approved beer and wine sales for Family Dollar at 2614 NE 14th Street (5-0)
• Denied beer and wine sales for Family Dollar at 990 NW 15th Ave (2-3)
• Approved beer and wine sales for Meeple Movers at 3101 SW 34th Ave (5-0)
• Approved $220,000 purchase of electric utility reclosers (5-0)
• Approved $2.28M contract with Carmeuse Lime & Stone, Inc. (5-0)

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will meet to review grant applications for the East Ocala CRA Historic Building Improvement program. The Board will also consider appointing two members to the West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee.

• Grant application for 621 E Fort King St. in the amount of $40,000
• Grant application for 709 E. Fort King St. in the amount of $40,000
• Appointment of Brady Fritz to the West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee
• Appointment of Antoinette Hunt to the West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Board approved two $40,000 grants for historic building improvements in East Ocala. It also appointed two members to the West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee.

• Approved appointment of Brady Fritz and Antoinette Hunt to the West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee
• Approved $40,000 grant for 621 E Fort King St. (CRA23-45100)
• Approved $40,000 grant for 709 E. Fort King St. (CRA23-45101)

Board of Adjustment

The Ocala Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for March 20, 2023, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted during this session.

Brownfields Advisory Committee (Read-Only)

The committee will review grant application 26297-000-00 #3 and receive an update on the Brownfields Assessment Grant regarding the draft Community Involvement Plan. Members will also conduct an election of officers.

• Review of Ocala Site Application 26297-000-00 #3
• Update on Brownfields Assessment Grant Community Involvement Plan
• Election of Committee Officers

The committee tabled the approval of the February 23, 2023 minutes. Members reviewed a grant application for a city-owned site in the North Magnolia CRA, which will be recommended for approval at the next meeting. Staff provided updates on the Community Involvement Plan and the Brownfields Assessment Grant.

• Tabled approval of February 23, 2023 minutes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Ocala Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for March 13, 2023, has been cancelled. No specific items or cases were scheduled for discussion.

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Municipal Code Enforcement Board will meet to hear cases regarding City of Ocala Code of Ordinance violations. The Board will review new business cases, old business petitions, and a consent agenda for non-compliance hearings.

• New Business: Case No: 2020_5605
• New Business: Case No: 2022_8877
• New Business: Case No: 2022_8808
• New Business: Case No: 2022_8853
• New Business: Case No: 2022_8876

City Council

The City Council will consider several large expenditures, including over $4.7 million for utility inventory and $2 million for transformer supplies. The meeting also includes discussions on public transit funding and several land use and rezoning ordinances.

• Purchase of three surplus parcels to Ocala Aviation for $300,000
• Resolution 2023-18 for $552,000 in SunTran public transit operational funding
• Five-year software renewal with Avolve Software Corporation for $701,280
• Inventory purchases for Ocala Fiber Network, Electric, and Water for $4,709,659
• Gresco Supply, Inc. transformer supply contract estimated at $2,000,000

City Council approved several high-value contracts for utility materials, software, and maintenance. The council also adopted a resolution to accept $552,000 in public transportation grant funding for SunTran.

• Approved $4,709,659 for Ocala Fiber Network, Electric, and Water Resources inventory
• Approved $2,000,000 for Gresco Supply, Inc. transformer services
• Approved $701,280 five-year renewal with Avolve Software Corporation
• Adopted Resolution 2023-18 for $552,000 SunTran operational grant
• Approved $300,000 sale of three surplus parcels to Ocala Aviation
• Approved $653,847 contract with Southern Lawn Care Mid Florida, Inc.
• Approved $235,000 renewal with Lewis Steel Works, Inc.
• Approved $205,900 contract with ECG Construction Group, Inc. for residence reconstruction

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will meet to review several Certificates of Appropriateness. The board will also review the minutes from the February 2, 2023, meeting.

• COA23-45080: 613 SE Tuscawilla Ave.
• COA23-45099: 1137 SE 7th Street
• COA23-45102: 734 SE 3rd Street
• COA23-45104: 315 SE Watula Avenue

The Board approved three Certificates of Appropriateness for fencing and property alterations. It also approved recommendations for metal roof guidelines to be sent to City Council for consideration.

• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Case File #133 (COA23-45080) for 6-foot privacy fence at 613 Tuscawilla Ave
• Approved Case File #181 (COA23-45099) for kitchen, living room, porch, and picket fence at 1137 SE 7th St
• Approved Case File #14 (COA23-45102) for picket fence
• Tabled Master File discussion to the next meeting
• Approved metal roof guidelines recommendations for City Council consideration
• Elected Shari Ausley as Chair and Christina Snook as Vice Chair

Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee will meet to discuss new grant summaries and project updates. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from previous meetings held in August and December 2022.

• Downtown Ocala CRA New Grant Summary
• Downtown Ocala CRA projects & budget updates
• Approval of August 23, 2022 minutes
• Approval of December 6, 2022 minutes

The committee reviewed a proposal to budget $300,000 annually to fund three large new construction projects. Approval of previous meeting minutes from August and December 2022 was tabled.

• Tabled approval of August 23, 2022 and December 6, 2022 minutes

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will hold an election for Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also conduct reviews of the Local Housing Assistance Program (LHAP) and surplus land.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• LHAP Review
• Surplus Land Reviews
• Approval of November 21, 2022 minutes

Brownfields Advisory Committee (Read-Only)

The committee will meet to review two specific grant applications for Ocala sites. Members will also receive an update regarding the Brownfields Assessment Grant.

• Review of Ocala Site Application 23553-003-00 #1
• Review of Ocala Site Application 28234-010-00 #2
• Update on Brownfields Assessment Grant

The committee approved two grant applications for property assessments to be submitted to the EPA. One site is intended for workforce and senior housing, while the other is for an entertainment, retail, and restaurant venue.

• Approved January 19, 2023 minutes
• Approved Ocala Site Application 23553-003-00 #1 for workforce and senior housing
• Approved Ocala Site Application 28234-010-00 #2 for entertainment, retail, and restaurant venue (4-1)

Special Magistrate

The Municipal Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will review various code violation cases. The body is empowered to levy fines, require payment of administrative costs, and place liens on personal property for uncorrected violations.

• Case 2022_8751: Progressive Restaurants Inc at 3501 W Silver Springs Blvd (weeds and fencing)
• Case 2022_8838: McFarland Willie Franklin at 1613 NW 3rd Ave (dangerous buildings)
• Case 2022_8674: Silver Springs Equities LLC at 4920 E Silver Springs Blvd (signs and dangerous buildings)
• Case 2022_8768: Greene Andre R at 831 NW 14th St (parking and weeds)
• Case 2022_8844: SSJA LLC at 505 SE 1st Ave (building permit required)

East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee will review grant applications for properties at 621 E Ft King St and 709 E Ft King St. The committee will also receive updates regarding East Ocala CRA projects and the current budget.

• Grant application review: 621 E Ft King St (CRA23-45100)
• Grant application review: 709 E Ft King St (CRA23-45101)
• East Ocala CRA projects and budget updates

The East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved two grant applications for property restorations on East Fort King Street. The committee also reviewed budget updates for fiscal years 2022-2024, including planned sidewalk and roundabout projects.

• Approved December 14, 2022 minutes
• Approved grant CRA23-45100 for 621 E Ft King St for a maximum of $40,000
• Approved grant CRA23-45101 for 709 E Ft King St for a maximum of $40,000

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board will consider several committee appointments for the East, Downtown, North Magnolia, and West Ocala areas. The Board will also review proposed revisions to increase maximum grant amounts for East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area programs.

• Proposed revisions to East Ocala CRA grant programs to increase maximum grant amounts
• Reappointment of John Gamache and appointment of Ronnie Santana Jr. to East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee
• Appointment of Kendall Drake and Rachel Laxton to Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee
• Appointment of David McCollister to North Magnolia CRA Advisory Committee
• Reappointment of Ruth Reed to West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Board approved higher funding limits for residential, commercial, and historic grants in the East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area. Additionally, the Board approved several appointments and reappointments to redevelopment advisory committees.

• Approved increased East Ocala grant limits: residential to $4,000, commercial to $20,000, and historic to $40,000
• Approved reappointment of John Gamache and appointment of Ronnie Santana Jr. to East Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee
• Approved appointment of Kendall Drake and Rachel Laxton to Downtown Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee
• Approved appointment of David McCollister to North Magnolia Community Redevelopment Area Advisory Committee
• Approved reappointment of Ruth Reed to West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee
• Approved CRA meeting minutes from November 15, 2022

City Council

The City Council will consider several rezoning and land use ordinances, including changes for property on NW 35th Street. The meeting also includes decisions on various service contracts and appointments to several advisory committees.

• Rezoning and land use changes for 5.83 acres on the south side of NW 35th Street
• Rezoning of 3.18 acres on the west side of Tartan Road
• Annexation and land use changes for 6.10 acres near NW Blitchton Road
• Renewal of fiber services agreement with School Board of Marion County for $1,214,139
• Contract for Gaines residence rehabilitation at 2408 NW 21st Street for up to $137,328

City Council approved a $1.2M fiber services agreement with the School Board of Marion County and several land use ordinances. Multiple public hearings regarding the West Oak Planned Development were postponed to March 21, 2023.

• Approved $1,214,139 fiber services renewal with School Board of Marion County
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-29 rezoning 3.18 acres on Tartan Road to Community Business
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-30 to annex 6.10 acres near NW Blitchton Road
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-35 expanding Ridge at Heath Brook CDD by 36.431 acres
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-37 regulating dangerous uses of public rights-of-way
• Approved $137,328 contract for rehabilitation of 2408 NW 21st Street residence
• Approved $165,000 GIS software agreement with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc.
• Postponed four public hearings regarding NW 35th Street and West Oak development to March 21, 2023

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hear a request for outdoor manufacturing in a heavy industrial zone. The board will also consider an appeal regarding a floodplain administrator's decision for a property on SE 21st Place.

• Special Exception SE22-45069: Outdoor manufacturing request for 7.55 acres along NW 8th Ave
• Appeal APL23-45083: Floodplain administrator decision appeal for 815 SE 21st Place

The Board of Adjustment approved a special exception for outdoor concrete manufacturing in a heavy industrial zone. Additionally, the Board denied an appeal regarding the Floodplain Administrator's decision concerning development at 815 SE 21st Place.

• Approved minutes from December 19, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Special Exception SE22-45069 for outdoor manufacturing in M-3 Heavy Industrial zone (5-0)
• Denied appeal APL23-45083 regarding Floodplain Administrator decision for 815 SE 21st Place (5-0)

Firefighters' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the quarterly investment report as of December 31, 2022. The meeting includes discussions on actuarial valuations, cost-of-living adjustments, and the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget.

• Fire Quarterly Investment Report for December 31, 2022
• Actuary Valuation & COLA Report
• 2023-2024 Fire Pension Plan Budget
• Accounts Payable for November 2022 through January 2023
• Post DROP Total Distributions Discussion

The meeting scheduled for February 20, 2023, was cancelled. No decisions were made and no actions were taken.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing several land development applications, including a 61.4-acre planned development and multiple rezoning requests. Most items include recommendations for approval and will move to the City Council for final action in March.

• Approval of One Fort King Subdivision Final Plat & Developers Agreement
• Rezoning 1820, 1858, and 1914 SW 27th Avenue from B-2 to Institutional
• Planned Development and design standards for 61.4 acres east of SW 60th Avenue
• Annexation and land use changes for 3137 NE Jacksonville Rd (1.67 acres)
• Rezoning 3137 NE Jacksonville Rd from B-2/B-5 to R-3 Multi-Family Residential

The Commission approved a final plat for One Fort King Subdivision and multiple rezoning requests. Despite public opposition from Timber Wood residents regarding density and traffic, the Commission approved a planned development for TBMI II, LLC.

• Approved One Fort King Subdivision Final Plat & Developers Agreement (7-0)
• Approved rezoning for Everest Realty Sixteen, LLC (7-0)
• Approved PD rezoning and plan for TBMI II, LLC (7-0)
• Approved annexation for Frank Green (7-0)
• Approved land use change for Frank Green (7-0)
• Approved rezoning for Frank Green (7-0)
• Approved minutes from January 9, 2023 meeting (7-0)

General Employees' Retirement Fund Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review quarterly performance reports and investment policy updates. The meeting includes presentations on private credit and discussions regarding the 2023-2024 pension budget.

• Presentation on Private Credit by Bardin Hill, BC Partners, and Searchlight Capital
• Review of Q4 2022 Quarterly Performance Report
• Review of 2023-2024 General Pension Budget
• Discussion on minimum multiplier change from 1% to 1.3%
• Attorney reports on Secure 2.0 Act 2022 and internal controls

The Board approved hiring Searchlight and BC Partners as managers, allocating $5 million in assets to each. Members also approved changes to the Plan's Investment Policy and the minutes from the November 14, 2022 meeting.

• Approved hiring Searchlight and BC Partners as managers with $5 million in assets each (4-0)
• Approved changes to the Plan's Investment Policy (4-0)
• Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Investment Committee

The Investment Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and receive reports from several asset management firms. The committee will also review an internal investment report.

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

City Council

The City Council will review several high-value contracts for utility equipment, underground boring, and network upgrades. The meeting also includes public hearings for liquor licensing, easement vacations, and various land use and rezoning ordinances.

• Approve $1,000,000 contract with Bellmore Enterprises, Inc. for underground boring and conduit installation
• Approve $327,070 purchase of utility poles from Apalachee Pole, Inc.
• Approve $280,110 purchase of Primex lift station pumping control panels
• Approve $250,000 contract with Crystal Communications Inc. for network equipment and software
• Adopt Resolution 2023-15 for a T-Hangar rate increase at Ocala International Airport

City Council approved several high-value contracts for electric utility poles, pumping control panels, and network upgrades. The council also adopted a new city council district map and approved a rate increase for T-Hangars at the Ocala International Airport.

• Approved $280,110 for Primex lift station pumping control panels
• Approved underground boring contract with Bellmore Enterprises, Inc. not to exceed $1,000,000
• Approved $327,070 for wooden utility poles from Apalachee Pole, Inc
• Approved network upgrade contract with Crystal Communications Inc. not to exceed $250,000
• Adopted Resolution 2023-15 increasing T-Hangar rates at Ocala International Airport
• Approved $432,545 cybersecurity defense agreement with American Public Power Association
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-28 including the Ocala City Council District Map 2022
• Approved beer and wine sale for on-premise consumption for China Lee Buffet, Inc

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will review five Certificate of Appropriateness applications for various properties. The board will also hold a discussion regarding metal roofs.

• Certificate of Appropriateness: 1237 SE 8th Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 932 SE 5th Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 704 SE Wenona Avenue
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 621 E Fort King St.
• Certificate of Appropriateness: 613 SE Tuscawilla Ave.

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board approved the facade design for a four-lot subdivision at 932 SE 5th Street. It also approved modifications for three individual properties: a sunroom addition at 704 SE Wenona Ave, a roof replacement at 621 E. Fort King St, and a window/door review was tabled for 1237 SE 8th St. A discussion on metal roof guidelines was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved January 5, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Tabled Certificate of Appropriateness for 1237 SE 8th St window/door changes (8-0)
• Approved facade for 4-lot subdivision at 932 SE 5th Street (8-0)
• Approved rear deck-to-sunroom conversion at 704 SE Wenona Ave (6-2)
• Approved balcony roof replacement at 621 E. Fort King St (8-0)
• Tabled discussion for property at 613 Tuscany Ave due to absent owners (8-0)
• Tabled discussion on metal roof guidelines (6-1)

Brownfields Advisory Committee (Read-Only)

The committee will review updates regarding the FY22 Region 4 Assessment Work Plan for the City of Ocala. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from previous meetings in October and November 2022.

• Update on Brownfields Assessment Grant
• FY22 Region 4 Assessment Work Plan City of Ocala
• Ocala Site Application form
• Approval of October 20, 2022 minutes
• Approval of November 17, 2022 minutes

The committee approved the minutes from October 20 and November 17, 2022. Members received updates on a Brownfields Assessment Grant and the introduction of consultants from Terracon and PPM. The committee also reviewed an updated site application form for property owners.

• Approved October 20, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved November 17, 2022 minutes (5-0)

West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee will review the FY23 West Ocala CRA Budget and discuss the Heritage Trail. The meeting also includes updates on development and zoning cases.

• West Ocala CRA FY23 Budget review
• Heritage Trail discussion
• Development and zoning cases update

The committee approved the minutes from September 15 and November 17, 2022. Members received updates on the FY23 budget, the Heritage Trail project, and several redevelopment sites including Reed Place and Tucker Hill.

• Approved September 15, 2022 and November 17, 2022 minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider several major expenditures, including a $6 million water meter purchase and airport road construction. The meeting also includes public hearings for a development agreement with Shands Teaching Hospital and a rezoning request for NW 27th Avenue.

• Development agreement with Shands Teaching Hospital and Clinics, Inc. for 28.2 acres near I-75
• Rezoning 10.89 acres at 2340 NW 27th Avenue from M-1 to M-2 industrial
• Purchase of water meters and parts from Badger Meter, Inc. for $6,015,364
• $1,500,000 FDOT grant for north T-hangar access road design and construction
• Two-year grounds maintenance contract with Extreme Enterprises for $330,263

The City Council approved several high-value contracts, including a $6 million purchase for water meters and multiple airport infrastructure projects. The council also adopted a rezoning ordinance for a material recovery facility and increased the benefit accrual rate for the City's variable benefit plan.

• Approved $6,015,364 purchase of water meters and parts from Badger Meter, Inc.
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-27 to rezone 10.89 acres at 2340 NW 27th Avenue from M-1 to M-2 (3-1)
• Approved Concurrency Development Agreement for Shands Teaching Hospital and Clinics, Inc.
• Approved $1.5M FDOT grant for north T-hangar access road design and construction
• Approved $330,263 contract with Extreme Enterprises of Marion County, Inc. for grounds maintenance
• Approved increase of minimum benefit accrual rate from 1.00% to 1.30% for variable benefit plan
• Approved lease agreement with Burrell Aviation Ocala, LLC for approximately 24 acres at Ocala International Airport
• Approved $482,560 renewal for building inspection and plan review services with M.T. Causley, LLC

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission is reviewing several land use, rezoning, and annexation requests. Key items include a development agreement for a UF Health Shands neighborhood hospital and multiple rezoning requests for industrial and business properties.

• Concurrency Development Agreement for UF Health Shands Ocala hospital on 28.2 acres
• Rezoning request for Friends Recycling, LLC at 2340 NW 27th Avenue
• Rezoning request for Ocala Trophy Limited Partnership on Tartan Road
• Annexation and rezoning requests for Shelijen, LLC near NW Blitchton Road
• Land use and rezoning amendments for West Oak Developers, LLC near NW 35th Street

The Commission approved several rezoning requests, a concurrency development agreement for Shands Teaching Hospital, and a land use change for West Oak Developers. One plat vacation request for Lake Louise, LLC was tabled until February 13.

• Approved concurrency development agreement for Shands Teaching Hospital and Clinics, Inc. (5-0)
• Tabled plat vacation for Lake Louise, LLC (5-0)
• Approved plat vacation for Ocala Property Partners, LLC (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for Friends Recycling, LLC (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for Ocala Trophy Limited Partnership (5-0)
• Approved annexation, land use, and zoning for Shelijen, LLC (4-0, 1 recused)
• Approved land use change for West Oak Developers, LLC (4-1)
• Approved PD rezoning amendment and PD plan for West Oak Developers, LLC (5-1)

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will review several Certificates of Appropriateness for specific properties. The board will also discuss new business regarding metal roofs.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 621 E Fort King St (Case #315)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 1237 SE 8th Street (Case #185)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 1027 SE 5th Street (Case #89)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 752 E Silver Springs Blvd (Case #28)
• Discussion regarding metal roofs

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board approved two certificates of appropriateness for window replacements and a fence and pool installation. One request to convert a porch into an office was tabled, and an amendment regarding simulated sash bars for windows was denied.

• Approved replacement of 27 windows with Anderson Series A windows
• Tabled proposal to convert porch into an office
• Approved decorative simulated wrought fence and pool at 1027 SE 5th Street
• Denied amendment for simulated sash bars on windows
• Approved December 1, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review several service contracts, including a large-scale water resources improvement program. The meeting also includes the first reading of an ordinance to rezone 10.89 acres on NW 27th Avenue.

• Award of $4,000,000 contract to Miller Pipeline, LLC for Water Resources Improvement Program
• Award of $196,452 contract to Charles White Fence, Inc. for citywide fence services
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-27 to rezone 2340 NW 27th Avenue from M-1 to M-2
• Approval of $76,064 change order for asphalt sealing at Ocala International Airport
• Budget resolution to transfer $60,643 for an Ocala Police Department transfer switch

The City Council approved several service contracts, including a $4M agreement for water resources and a fence installation contract. The council also approved software renewals and a request for a former assistant city attorney to represent a property owner. A rezoning ordinance for a property on NW 27th Avenue was introduced.

• Approved $4M two-year contract to Miller Pipeline, LLC for Water Resources Improvement Program (5-0)
• Approved $196,452 two-year contract to Charles White Fence, Inc. for citywide fence services (5-0)
• Approved $213,052 one-year renewal with Oracle America, Inc. for NetSuite hosting (4-1)
• Approved $69,666 one-year renewal with GovSense, LLC for software maintenance (4-1)
• Approved request for former Assistant City Attorney W. James Gooding III to represent Leon Ocala Holdings III LLC (5-0)
• Approved $76,064 change order with Gee Asphalt Systems, Inc. for Ocala International Airport runway seal (5-0)
• Approved $59,729 purchase of a dispatch radio console from Motorola, Inc. (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2023-27 to rezone 10.89 acres at 2340 NW 27th Avenue from M-1 to M-2