Submitted By: Marie Mesadieu
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Presentation By: Aubrey Hale
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Department: Growth Management
STAFF RECOMMENDATION (Motion Ready):
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Approve a West Ocala CRA Residential Property Improvement Grant for property located at 808 NW Sixth Terrace for an amount not to exceed $14,672
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OCALA’S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Economic Hub, Quality of Place
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
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BACKGROUND: The West 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.
In March 2024, the program was revised to include several categories for home improvements. The attached grant framework outlines elements of eligible work. Each property owner can submit one application per fiscal year. The maximum amount to be awarded is $20,000, covering up to 75 percent of the project costs.
Below is a summary of the application.
Grant Application ID #: CRA24-0001
Applicant: Samuel Woodberry
Address: 808 NW Sixth Terrace
Project Description: Replacing the existing windows with white interior and exterior finish standards.
Low Quote: $19,563.30
Recommended Grant Amount: Not to exceed $14,672.47.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS: City staff processed the application following the established grant program guidelines. The key findings are outlined below:
• The home was built in 1957 and is the Applicant’s primary residence.
• The current windows have fallen into disrepair and need to be replaced.
• Replacing the windows will make the home more energy efficient and provide added weather protection.
• The applicant intends to reapply for a grant to assist with planned improvements to the property.
• On November 12, 2024, the Grant Review Committee (GRC) visited the home to discuss and review the project.
• The West Ocala CRA Advisory Committee (Advisory Committee) met on November 21, 2024, and recommended grant approval.
The attached packet includes the application, cost estimates, and photographs of existing conditions. Staff recommends approval of the grant in the amount not to exceed $14,672.47.
FISCAL IMPACT: There is adequate funding for the grants being considered at this meeting. There is a balance of $699,304.33 in the West Ocala CRA grants account (623-016-560-559-55-82010). 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