Submitted By: Edwin R. Carreras Rivera
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Presentation By: Roberto Ellis
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Department: Growth Management
FORMAL TITLE:
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East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area Commercial Property Improvement Grant for the property located at 1926 East Silver Springs Boulevard 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 East Ocala Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Commercial Property Improvement Grant supports a range of exterior 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).
Property Information: This property consists of a commercial building constructed in 1957. It has a taxable value of $833,003, a structure size of 35,080 square feet, and is situated on a 0.63-acre lot. The building layout typically includes office spaces, bathrooms, and an open room area suitable for business operations. The owner acquired the property in April 2025 and completed some improvements independently. Property taxes are current and fully paid.
Project Summary:
Grant ID: CRA26-0034
Applicant: 1926 E. Silver Spring, LLC
Applicant Representative: George Mobassaleh
Address: 1926 E. Silver Springs Boulevard, Ocala, FL 34471
Parcel ID: 28332-001-03
Scope of Work: The proposed project includes replacing a pole sign with a monument sign and adding new landscaping areas.
High Quote: $111,750
Low Quote: $86,222
Recommended Grant Amount: Not to exceed $50,000
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