Submitted By: Roberto Ellis
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Presentation By: Roberto Ellis
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Department: Growth Management
FORMAL TITLE:
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West Ocala Community Redevelopment Area Commercial Property Improvement Grant for property located at 3711 SW College Road, in an amount not to exceed $50,000
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OCALA'S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Quality of Place, Economic Hub
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
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BACKGROUND:
Program Objective: The West Ocala Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Commercial Property Improvement Grant Program supports fa?ade modernization, signage, awnings, ADA compliance, and other improvements to enhance corridor vitality and attract business investment. Funding is provided through the CRA trust fund consistent with the adopted CRA Plan and Florida Statutes (Chapter 163, Part III).
Project Summary:
Grant ID: CRA26-0024
Applicant: Walla Coffee CO, LLC
Applicant Representative: Jordan Matson/Kendall Drake
Address: 3711 SW College Road, Ocala, FL 34471
Parcel ID: 23754-000-00
Scope of Work: New construction on vacant property - site work improvements for a modular coffee shop. The scope includes, but is not limited to, entrances, pavement, sidewalks, landscaping, site lighting, utilities, the foundation for the modular unit, and parking lot signage.
Low Quote: $220,748
High Quote: $248,058
Recommended Grant Amount: $50,000
Property Information: This property is currently vacant and is located along a major corridor in the CRA, SR 200, in close proximity to Interstate 75 (I-75). The property is owned by RITI Investments LLC, which has authorized the applicant to submit the grant request. The property will be leased to the applicant. It totals 0.84 acres and has a taxable value of $583,610, contributing approximately $4,656 in ad valorem taxes to the CRA annually.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
* Staff completed a site visit on May 13, 2026, and confirmed the scope and quotes. Staff observed that the scope of work is warranted given the sit...
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