Submitted By: Emily Parkman
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Presentation By: Cultural Arts Supervisor, Emily Parkman
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Department: Growth Management
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Review updates for approved Ocala Main Street vacant storefront mural program
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BACKGROUND:
Ocala Main Street (OMS) submitted a grant application and requested $3,500 toward their Vacant Storefront Activation mural program on December 4, 2024. Ocala Municipal Arts Commission (OMAC) approved partial funding of $1,000 for the current confirmed building vacancies on December 4, 2024. OMAC requested an updated timeline and additional Fine Arts For Ocala (FAFO) funding from OMS prior to payment. OMS did not receive any additional funding from FAFO for this program. OMS has not provided any additional timeline at this time for the program, including the open call for artists.
OMAC and City staff require a timeline update and number invoice to process payment for the OMS grant request. OMAC grant guidelines permit 12 months for grant approval and payment distribution before expiration.
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