110 SE Watula Avenue

Ocala, FL 34471

Ocala

City Council

Minutes

www.ocalafl.org

4:00 PM

Tuesday, April 18, 2023

1. Call to Order

Opening Ceremony

Invocation

Pledge of Allegiance

Welcome and Roll Call

Mayor Reuben Kent Guinn

Present:

Pro Tem Barry Mansfield

Council Member Ire J. Bethea Sr

Council Member Kristen M. Dreyer

Council Member Jay A. Musleh

Council President James P. Hilty Sr

Municipal Officers/Others Present: The meeting was also attended by City Manager Peter Lee,

City Attorney William Sexton, Assistant City Manager Ken Whitehead, City Clerk Angel

Jacobs, Deputy City Clerk Pamela Omichinski, Fire Chief Clint Welborn, Deputy Police Chief

Louis Biondi, Internal Auditor Randall Bridgeman,City Projects Director Tye Chighizola,

Marketing & Communication Manager Ashley Dobbs, Deputy Director Planning Aubrey Hale,

Budget Director Tammi Haslam, Director of Facilities & Fleet Management John King, City

Engineer & Director of Water Resources Sean Lanier,Chief Financial Officer Janice Mitchell,

Director of Electric Utility Doug Peebles, Director of Parks & Recreation Preston Pooser,

Strategic & Legislative Affairs Administrator Jeannine Robbins, Director of Finance Emory

Roberts, Procurement & Contracting Officer Daphne Robinson, Chief of Staff Chris Watt, Ocala

Police Dept Representative, IT Representative, The Press and other interested parties.

New Employees

- Cora Smit-Welter - Growth Management

Public Notice for the April 18, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting was posted on March 1, 2023

3. Proclamations & Awards

Arbor Day Proclamation will be presented to Rachel Fautsch, City of Ocala Community

Public Notice

3a.

Outreach Manager; Amy Casaletto, City of Ocala Special Services Division Head; and

Anthony Santangelo, OEU Vegetation Manager/Utility Forester

Mayor Guinn presented a proclamation for Arbor Day. The City proclaims April 28,

2023, as Arbor Day.

OEU Vegetation Manager/Utility Forester Anthony Santangelo thanked the Mayor and

City for the proclamation award.

Community Outreach Manager Rachel Fautsch stated the City received its 33rd Tree City

USA recognition award.

Special Services Division Head Amy Casaletto invited the public to attend the Earth Fest

event scheduled on Saturday, April 22, 2023.

Arab American Heritage Month Proclamation will be presented to Dr. Manal Fakhoury

3b.

Mayor Guinn presented a proclamation for Arab American Heritage Month. The City

proclaims April 2023, as Arab American Heritage Month.

Abdul, Financial Advisor with Northwestern Mutual, thanked the community for their

support.

Tania Bartolini, Attorney, stated she feels honored to be here today.

Service Award - Cheryl Friedman - Customer Service Utility Office - 25 Years of

Service

3c.

City Manager Pete Lee and Mayor Guinn presented a service award to Cheryl Friedman

in appreciation of her 25 years of service to the City of Ocala.

Service Award - Sergeant Jeffrey Hurst - Ocala Police Department - 20 Years of Service

3d.

3e.

3f.

City Manager Pete Lee and Mayor Guinn presented a service award to Sergeant Jeffery

Hurst in appreciation of his 20 years of service to the City of Ocala.

Service Award - Sergeant Jared Sieg - Ocala Police Department - 20 Years of Service

City Manager Pete Lee and Mayor Guinn presented a service award to Sergeant Jared

Sieg in appreciation of his 20 years of service to the City of Ocala.

Service Award - Sergeant Scott Rowe - Ocala Police Department - 20 Years of Service

City Manager Pete Lee and Mayor Guinn presented a service award to Sergeant Scott

Rowe in appreciation of his 20 years of service to the City of Ocala.

Service Award - Ryan Brady - Ocala Fire Rescue - 20 Years of Service

3g.

City Manager Pete Lee and Mayor Guinn presented a service award to Ryan Brady in

appreciation of his 20 years of service to the City of Ocala.

Presentations

4a. Early Voting - Wesley Wilcox, Supervisor of Elections

Marion County’s Elections Supervisor Wesley Wilcox provided a brief overview of the

early voting regulations. The City will expense $1,350 per day for early voting

operations. The plan is to open early voting on September 14, 2023 to September 16,

2023, from 10 am to 6 pm.

Council Member Musleh stated he favors the proposed dates. He requested staff add the

topic as an agenda item for the first meeting scheduled in May.

Mr. Wilcox confirmed the same process will be used for the runoff election in November

2023. Furthermore, cost estimates will be submitted to the City in June.

Public Comments

Sharma Robinson, 621 NW 2nd Street, expressed concern regarding SunTran bus operations

Sharma Robinson, 621 NW 2nd Street, expressed concern regarding SunTran bus operations.

The bus drivers are skipping routes, and not following the time schedule. Furthermore, the buses

lack proper maintenance.

Public Hearings

Open a public hearing and transmit a text amendment to the Florida Department of

6a.

Economic Opportunity (Case No. CPTA23-45126) concerning criteria for the Medium

Intensity/Special District Land Use Classification (Policy 6.2) of Future Land Use

Element of the Comprehensive Plan

Council President Hilty opened a public hearing 4:29 pm.

Growth Management Director Tye Chighizola reported a transmittal text amendment will

be sent to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, and the City will present an

ordinance in June. The amendment addresses criteria for the Medium Intensity/Special

District Land Use Classification. He provided a brief overview of the procedure and

compliance plan. Furthermore, the Planning & Zoning Commission and City staff

recommend approval.

There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote.

RESULT:

MOVER:

APPROVED

Jay A. Musleh

SECONDER: Barry Mansfield

AYE: Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, Musleh, and Hilty Sr

Second and Final Reading of Ordinances

(All are Public Hearings)

Adopt Ordinance 2023-44 to rezone from GU, Governmental Use, to M-1, Light

Industrial, for property located on the west side of SW 60th Avenue approximately 615

feet north of SW 38th Street, approximately 7 acres (Case # ZON22-44988)

(Quasi-Judicial)

7a.

Ire J. Bethea Sr

Introduced By:

Development Services Director Jeff Shrum commented the applicant is requesting to

rezone three properties from GU (Governmental Use) to M-I (Light Industrial). The

Planning & Zoning Commission and City staff recommend approval.

Fred Roberts, 40 SE 11th Avenue, stated he is representing the applicant. The request is

related to the acquisition of property under contract. Furthermore, he is available to

answer any questions.

There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote.

RESULT:

MOVER:

ADOPTED

Ire J. Bethea Sr

SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer

AYE:

Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, Musleh, and Hilty Sr

General Business

Approve a ten-year Interlocal Agreement between Marion County, Florida, and the City

8a.

of Ocala for the provision of continued animal control services within the limits of the

city with an expenditure amount for FY22/23 of $502,700

Councilman Mansfield made a motion to approve the Interlocal Agreement for the

Provision of Continued Animal Control Services between Marion County, Florida and

the City of Ocala as presented with the minor adjustment of the first annual payment

from $188,655.11 to $185,747.11 - which represents a $2,908.00 savings to the City –

and with the addition of language requiring Marion County to return to the City of Ocala

any equipment paid for by the City of Ocala, provided that said equipment is not more

than five years old.

Council Member Dreyer asked why the start date was modified in the agreement. City

Attorney Sexton explained the new start date aligns with the fiscal year.

Council Member Musleh asked if the contract includes a cancellation clause. Assistant

City Manager Ken Whitehead responded the City can terminate the contract within

18-months written notice after 4.5-years.

City Attorney Sexton confirmed Section 10B allows the City to terminate the contract

with a 30-day notice for failure to provide the obligated services.

Council Member Musleh requested the City provide an annual report to Council twice a

year.

City Attorney Sexton confirmed the agreement includes the obligations and standard of

services with Council Member Dreyer.

City Manager Pete Lee assured Council the level of services will be maintained by

having two dedicated officers. Furthermore, quarterly reports will be provided to

Council.

Council Members Dreyer and Bethea requested the City add language regarding the

return of equipment upon termination of the contract.

Brian Creekbaum, 103 NE 31st Terrace, provided a brief overview of the County’s poor

animal control services. He expressed concern regarding the proposed 5-year contract

term. He requested Council consider the County’s negligence before executing the

agreement.

Motion amended: Approve a ten-year Interlocal Agreement between Marion County,

Florida, and the City of Ocala for the provision of continued animal control services

within the limits of the city with an expenditure amount for FY22/23 of $502,700, with

an additional provision of language to be included for the County to return to the City

equipment purchased within five years of termination of the agreement.

There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote.

RESULT:

MOVER:

APPROVED

Barry Mansfield

SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer

AYE:

Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, Musleh, and Hilty Sr

Adopt Resolution 2023-24 revising the official golf cart map to include portions of

downtown Ocala

8b.

Kyle Yancey, Ocala Main Street Board Member, 1519 SE 24th Avenue, spoke in support

of the expansion. The survey shows 80% of Downtown businesses support the

expansion. Furthermore, the expansion will greatly benefit the community and improve

parking/traffic. The Police Department confirmed there have been no major incidents

involving golf carts; and the ordinance was updated to promote pedestrian safety by

requiring golf cart operators to have a driver's license.

Tim Bascom, 2335 SE 7th Street, spoke in support of the expansion. The expansion will

greatly benefit small business owners Downtown by increasing foot traffic. Furthermore,

Council should take into consideration zero bodily injury claims related to golf carts.

Kris Zlotecki, 4527 E Fort King Street, spoke in support of the expansion. He is the

General Manager for a hospitality group located Downtown. He noted two golf carts can

fit into one parking space, which will remedy the existing parking issues. Furthermore,

they plan on dedicating parking for golf carts to increase business Downtown.

Jessica Fieldhouse, Executive Director at Ocala Main Street, 10527 SE 52nd Court,

spoke in favor of the expansion. The Harvard study predicted golf carts will be a

transformable option for future transportation. Research shows neighboring communities

are expanding their golf cart programs; and the proposed map has safer boundaries off

major roadways. She requested Council adopt the resolution.

Larry Busch, President at Ocala Main Street, 9174 SE 7th Avenue Road, spoke in favor

of the expansion. He explained how expanding the use of golf carts will increase

business Downtown.

Michael Carey, 2425 SE 13th Street, spoke in favor of the expansion. He explained how

golf cart insurance is very affordable and a safer vehicle option for the public.

Brian Creekbaum, 103 NE 31st Terrace, expressed concern regarding the lack of

enforcement for golf carts being operated outside the Golf Cart District.

Brian Ray, 94 SW Fort King Street, stated his lot Downtown (110 SW Fort King street)

can be used to provide 148 golf cart spaces. Furthermore, golf cart usage will increase

business Downtown; and golf carts are safer for the public, due to their low speeds.

Snow Boyd, 1426 SE 47th Street, spoke in favor of the expansion. He noted Downtown

businesses support expanding the use of golf carts.

Council Member Mansfield spoke in favor of adopting the resolution. The expansion

will establish Downtown Ocala as a popular public destination. The goal is to encourage

the public to visit Downtown by means of golf cart, bicycle, or walking. To note, the use

of golf carts does not pose a safety hazard to the public. He encouraged Council to

support adopting the proposed resolution.

Council Member Musleh expressed concern the expansion will increase vehicle/golf cart

accidents. Furthermore, he will not be voting in favor of the adoption.

Council Member Dreyer spoke in favor of adopting the resolution. The Police

Department confirmed there have been no major incidents involving golf carts; and two

insurance agents confirmed there are zero bodily injury claims related to golf carts.

Council Member Bethea expressed concern regarding the public using alcohol while

operating a golf cart.

Council President Hilty spoke on safety issues he has witnessed regarding golf cart

operators.

Growth Management Director Tye Chighizola confirmed the Traffic Engineer drafted the

map and ordinance.

City Attorney Sexton clarified the City’s liability.

City Engineer & Director of Water Resources Sean Lanier provided a brief overview of

the traffic study process for golf carts.

Council President Hilty expressed concern expensing taxpayer money for golf cart

signage.

Mr. Chighizola confirmed less than 300 people have registered their golf cart with the

City. The City charges $30 for a golf cart permit. To note, the City made changes to the

Downtown area in 2021, to promote pedestrian safety and golf carts.

Council Member Dreyer stated the majority of the businesses Downtown support the

expansion. She questioned why some Council Members are basing their decision on

assumptions, not facts, which is unfair to the public.

Council Member Mansfield discussed how City transportation has evolved over history.

He encouraged Council to support expanding the use of golf carts Downtown.

Mayor Guinn spoke in support of adopting the resolution.

Mr. Chighizola commented if Council approves the resolution, the proposed effective

date is August 1, 2023, to finish installing signage. He requested feedback from Council

regarding the effective date.

Mr. Lanier suggested scheduling the effective date 90-days out to August, due to signage

supply chain issues.

Council agreed to an effective date of August 1, 2023.

There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote.

RESULT:

MOVER:

ADOPTED

Kristen M. Dreyer

SECONDER: Barry Mansfield

AYE:

NAY:

Mansfield, Bethea Sr, and Dreyer

Musleh, and Hilty Sr

Motion to set the effective date of Resolution 2023-24 as August 1, 2023

RESULT:

MOVER:

APPROVED

Kristen M. Dreyer

SECONDER: Barry Mansfield

AYE:

Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, Musleh, and Hilty Sr

Approve award of the Agreement for Fire Fee Assessment Study for the Fiscal Year

2023-2024 update to Alfred Benesch & Company in an amount not to exceed $59,590

8c.

There being no discussion the motion carried by roll call vote.

RESULT:

MOVER:

APPROVED

Ire J. Bethea Sr

SECONDER: Barry Mansfield

AYE:

Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, Musleh, and Hilty Sr

Approve a three-year contract with Davey Resource Group, a division of the Davey Tree

Expert Co., for tree trimming and power line clearing services with a total estimated cost

of $7,624,629

8d.

Council Member Mansfield asked if City staff can perform the work to save money.

Director of Electric Utility Doug Peebles explained how utilizing a vendor is

cost-effective compared to expensing money for additional staff and equipment.

Council Member Mansfield and Mayor Guinn requested staff present an in-house

approach to Council.

Council Member Dreyer questioned what the City will do with the additional staff once

the aggressive tree trimming is complete.

Vegetation Manager Anthony Santana stated he will provide cost analysis data showing

how it’s cost effective for the City to utilize a vendor. Currently, the City has a

three-person in-house crew. He provided a brief overview of the tree trimming scope and

work miles.

There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote.

RESULT:

MOVER:

APPROVED

Kristen M. Dreyer

SECONDER: Jay A. Musleh

AYE:

Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, Musleh, and Hilty Sr

Approve the purchase of inventory items for Ocala Electric Utility awarded to multiple

vendors in the amount of $1,144,075

8e.

8f.

8g.

There being no discussion the motion carried by roll call vote.

RESULT:

MOVER:

APPROVED

Barry Mansfield

SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer

AYE:

Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, Musleh, and Hilty Sr

Approve award of a two-year contract to Marion Rock, LLC, for the Drainage

Rehabilitation Improvement Program with an estimated expenditure of $3,000,000

There being no discussion the motion carried by roll call vote.

RESULT:

MOVER:

APPROVED

Ire J. Bethea Sr

SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer

AYE:

Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, Musleh, and Hilty Sr

Approve additional expenditures for utility services provided by Duke Energy, Inc with

an estimated annual expenditure of $135,000

There being no discussion the motion carried by roll call vote.

RESULT:

APPROVED

MOVER:

Barry Mansfield

SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer

AYE:

Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, Musleh, and Hilty Sr

Approve increased expenditure under the piggyback/cooperative purchasing agreement

between the City of Ocala and SGS Contracting Services for emergency repairs to the

Softening Basin Lime Accelerator #1 and Lime Silo, with an additional 10% contingency

added to the existing contract amount for a total contract not to exceed $1,255,196

8h.

Council Member Musleh asked if the request is for the craters. City Engineer & Director

of Water Resources Sean Lanier responded yes; the funds will be used to patch holes.

There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote.

RESULT:

MOVER:

APPROVED

Jay A. Musleh

SECONDER: Barry Mansfield

AYE:

Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, Musleh, and Hilty Sr

Adopt Resolution 2023-25 to execute State-Funded Grant Agreement FPN

435547-3-54-01 and accept the grant funds from the Florida Department of

Transportation in the amount of $8,000,000

8i.

There being no discussion the motion carried by roll call vote.

RESULT:

MOVER:

ADOPTED

Ire J. Bethea Sr

SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer

AYE:

Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, Musleh, and Hilty Sr

Approve a two-year contract with C.W. Roberts Contracting, Inc. for the Transportation

Rehabilitation Improvement Program with an aggregate expenditure not to exceed

$5,000,000

8j.

Council Member Dreyer asked why the City did not perform an additional extension to

the existing contract. City Engineer & Director of Water Resources Sean Lanier

responded the vendor chose not to honor the contract renewal.

Procurement & Contracting Officer Daphne Robinson confirmed the City solicited the

project to 719 vendors; only one vendor expressed interest. The timeline for solicitation

is dependent on the department. She provided a brief overview of the City’s solicitation

process.

Council Member Dreyer expressed concern the solicitation emails are being spammed.

She requested the City evaluate their solicitation methods and perform sampling.

City Manager Pete Lee stated the City will perform sampling to insure vendors are

receiving the City’s email solicitations.

Council Member Dreyer stated she will be voting no.

Council Member Musleh encouraged the vendors to evaluate their email settings to avoid

missing vendor partnership opportunities.

Council Member Mansfield concurs with fellow Council Member Dreyer. He requested

the City improve the solicitation process, and call local vendors to solicit bids.

Mr. Lanier clarified the contract with Mayor Guinn. To note, the expenditure must not

exceed $5,000,000.

Mr. Lee stated the City will perform outreach to see if the vendors are receiving the

solicitation emails.

Mr. Lanier provided a brief overview of the project cost evaluation process for unit

pricing.

Council Member Mansfield expressed concern using unit pricing.

Mayor Guinn suggested the City resolicit for bids, and perform community outreach.

Council President Hilty requested the City improve the solicitation process to secure

more bids.

Mr. Lanier stated resoliciting for bids will delay road improvements. He provided a brief

history of C.W. Roberts Contracting and Anderson.

Council Member Dreyer spoke in favor of resoliciting for bids.

There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote.

RESULT:

MOVER:

DENIED

Barry Mansfield

SECONDER: Ire J. Bethea Sr

AYE:

NAY:

Musleh

Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, and Hilty Sr

Approve funding from the Florida Department of Health for Overdose Data to Action

Recovery Community Paramedicine Program in the amount of $222,266

8k.

There being no discussion the motion carried by roll call vote.

RESULT:

MOVER:

APPROVED

Ire J. Bethea Sr

SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer

AYE:

Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, Musleh, and Hilty Sr

Approve a one-year citywide renewal of Microsoft 365 cloud subscriptions, server

8l.

licenses, and desktop licenses with an estimated annual cost of $567,099

There being no discussion the motion carried by roll call vote.

RESULT:

MOVER:

APPROVED

Kristen M. Dreyer

SECONDER: Barry Mansfield

AYE:

Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, Musleh, and Hilty Sr

Approve lease amendment #1 with Avis Rental Car for three-year lease renewal at the

Ocala International Airport for annual rent and fees of approximately $255,736

8m.

Council Member Musleh asked how the contract value has increased over the years.

Airport Director Matthew Grow responded the concession fee was increased to 10%, and

the Avis business has grown significantly.

There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote.

RESULT:

MOVER:

APPROVED

Jay A. Musleh

SECONDER: Barry Mansfield

AYE:

Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, Musleh, and Hilty Sr

Approve lease amendment #2 with Enterprise Rental Car for three-year lease renewal at

the Ocala International Airport for annual rent and fees of approximately $239,060

8n.

There being no discussion the motion carried by roll call vote.

RESULT:

MOVER:

APPROVED

Ire J. Bethea Sr

SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer

AYE: Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, Musleh, and Hilty Sr

Consent Agenda

Consent Agenda items are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one roll call vote.

There will be no separate discussion of these items unless members of Council or the public

request specific items to be removed for separate discussion and action.

RESULT:

MOVER:

APPROVED THE CONSENT AGENDA

Ire J. Bethea Sr

SECONDER: Barry Mansfield

AYE:

Mansfield, Bethea Sr, Dreyer, Musleh, and Hilty Sr

Approve a two-year hangar lease with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission with a

receivable amount of $90,298

9a.

9b.

Adopt Budget Resolution 2023-133 amending the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget to

appropriate supplemental funding for a fire assessment study update totaling $19,590

Adopt Budget Resolution 2023-134 to accept and appropriate funds from the Florida

Department of Health for the Overdose Data to Action Recovery Community

Paramedicine Program in the amount of $222,266

9c.

9d.

9e.

Adopt Budget Resolution 2023-135 to accept and appropriate grant funds from Florida

Department of Transportation for construction of NW 44th Avenue Extension in the

amount of $8,000,000

Adopt Budget Resolution 2023-136 amending the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget to

transfer funds from General Fund Reserve for Contingencies for Enhanced Animal

Control Services in the amount of $352,700

Approve a three-year contract for diesel exhaust fluid with Palmdale Oil Company, Inc

with an estimated aggregate expenditure of $80,730

9f.

Approve contract for firefighter physical examinations utilizing Life Extension Clinics,

Inc. with an estimated expenditure of $61,000

9g.

March 2023 outside counsel invoices

9h.

9i.

Approve City Council Regular Meeting minutes from April 4, 2023

10.

Consent Agenda Items Held for Discussion

Should any items be removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion, they will be discussed at

this time.

11.

12.

13.

Introduction and First Reading of Ordinances - None

Internal Auditor's Report - None

City Manager's Report

Pending City Council meeting scheduled on Tuesday, July 4, 2023

City Manager Pete Lee suggested canceling the meeting scheduled on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. He

confirmed Council could schedule another meeting; and the Charter does not require Council to

host two meeting per month. Furthermore, he will meet with Council individually to discuss the

matter.

Audit Committee meeting scheduled on May 2, 2023, at 3:30 pm

Airport documentary update

City Manager Pete Lee commented a documentary is being filmed at the Airport regarding

Marion County Sherriff’s Department Air One by Straight Flight.

Airport Director Matthew Grow commented the documentary will be available on Amazon.

14.

Police and Fire Department Report

Deputy Police Chief Lou Biondi – Public Safety Opioid Response Efforts

Deputy Police Chief Biondi discussed the public safety Opioid response efforts for April 3, 2023

to April 16, 2023. The Police Departments Opioid response efforts 9, overdose deaths 2, Narcan

leave behind 0, and Amnesty participation 3.

Fire Chief Clint Welborn – Public Safety Opioid Response Efforts & Community Paramedicine

Fire Chief Welborn discussed the public safety Opioid response efforts and community

paramedicine program. The overdose response efforts 5, overdose deaths 1, Narcan leave behind

1, and calls for service 2,244. Year to date, 442 OD2A Program participants, and 261

community paramedicine graduates. Furthermore, the VFW and Ocala VFW held a first

responder appreciation dinner.

15.

Mayor's Report

House Bill 1359 hearing scheduled on Wednesday, April 19, 2023

Mayor Guinn stated he will be attending the hearing for House Bill 1359, regarding mandatory

sentencing for fentanyl.

Mayor’s Spring Clean Up Day scheduled on Saturday, April 22, 2023

Trail Head scheduled on Friday, April 21, 2023

Redeveloping vacant property

Mayor Guinn requested the City coordinate with the County to redevelop the property located at

eastbound 17th Street.

City Manager Pete Lee stated the City will coordinate with Marion County Code Enforcement,

as the property is technically located within the County. He provided a brief overview of the

property’s history with Ocala Code Enforcement.

16.

17.

City Attorney's Report

Informational Items

17a. Calendaring Items

17b. Comments by Mayor

17c. Comments by Council Members

Council Member Bethea requested Mr. Preston Pooser provide an update regarding the Mary

Sue Rich Community Center

Council Member Bethea requested an update regarding the Mary Sue Rich Community Center.

Director of Parks & Recreation Preston Pooser responded the City confirmed the center’s safety

protocols are in compliance with national safety standards, as well as consistent with other

community centers nationwide.

17d. Informational

Executed Contracts Under $50,000

17d1.

17d2.

Local Mitigation Strategy 2022 Annual Report