Submitted By: Charlita Whitehead
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Presentation By: Roberto Ellis
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Department: Growth Management
STAFF RECOMMENDATION (Motion Ready):
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Approve an East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area Residential Property Improvement Grant for property located at 923 NE Second Street, in an amount not to exceed $20,000
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OCALA’S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Economic Hub, Quality of Place
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
N/A
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BACKGROUND:
The East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Residential Property Improvement Grant encourages homeowners to make exterior facade improvements, addressing neighborhood deterioration trends while adding value to the CRA.
The maximum amount that can be awarded is $20,000, covering up to 75 percent of the project costs. The attached grant framework outlines the elements of eligible work.
Below is a summary of the application. The entire application packet is attached.
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Grant ID # |
CRA25-0013 |
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Applicant |
Ronald Alberty |
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Address |
923 NE Second St. |
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Parcel ID |
28341-006-00 |
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Project Description |
Replace windows |
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Low Quote |
$26,890 |
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Recommended Grant Amount |
$20,000 |
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
• The home was built in 1948.
• The windows of the sunroom are original to the structure and are not all in working order.
• The improvements will increase the energy efficiency of the home.
• In addition to increased energy efficiency, replacing the windows will also provide significant improvements in ventilation, maintenance, and safety.
• The application meets the requirements and is eligible for grant consideration.
• The Grant Review Committee (GRC) visited the property on April 15, 2025. The home was found to be in good condition, well-maintained, and a good candidate for this grant program.
• The East Ocala CRA Advisory Committee reviewed and recommended approval of this application on July 25, 2025.
Please refer to the attached documents for the application packet and approved grant framework. Staff recommends approval.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is adequate funding for the grants being considered at this meeting, with a balance of $227,975.45 in the East Ocala CRA grants account (620-016-559-559-55-82010). The payment will be made in the fiscal year when the project is completed.
PROCUREMENT REVIEW:
N/A
LEGAL REVIEW:
N/A
ALTERNATIVE:
• Approve with Changes
• Table
• Deny