Submitted By: Matthew Grow
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Presentation By: Matthew Grow
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Department: Aviation
FORMAL TITLE:
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One-year lease for office space at Ocala International Airport with Ascente Aviation LLC, with a monthly receivables amount of $1,369
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OCALA’S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Fiscally Sustainable, Economic Hub
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
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BACKGROUND:
Ascente Aviation (“Ascente”) approached Ocala International Airport (“OIA”) staff to request office space within the general aviation terminal building. Ascente provides on-demand helicopter charter services.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
This 438-square-foot office space first became available in the summer of 2025. An appraisal was commissioned, which determined the space's value to be $37.50 per square foot (gross lease). Securing this lease with Ascente will leave no vacant office space available at OIA. The Airport Advisory Board and Airport staff recommend approval.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Fiscal Year 2025-26 annual revenue is $10,950 in account 451-362-000-000-02-31211.
PROCUREMENT REVIEW:
This agreement has been reviewed by the Procurement & Contracting Officer in compliance with City policies and procedures.
LEGAL REVIEW:
This lease will be reviewed and approved for form and legality by City Attorney, William E. Sexton.
ALTERNATIVE:
• Approve with Changes
• Table
• Deny