Ocala

Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board

Agenda Items (9)

Call To Order

Public Notice

Minutes Approval

January 20, 2026 CRA Meeting

2026-0768

Summary

The Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Agency Board met on January 20, 2026, to approve several grant applications for property improvements. The board approved a $50,000 grant for commercial building improvements at 40 S. Magnolia Avenue. Additionally, multiple residential property improvement grants were approved in the East Ocala CRA, including: $5,370 for 1030 NE Fifth Street, $9,667 for 713 NE Fourth Street, $6,292 for 719 NE Fourth Street, $8,516 for 206 NE 12th Avenue, $20,000 for 903 NE Second Street, $8,781 for 1224 NE 12th Avenue, $6,374 for 937 NE Third Street, and $20,000 for 837 NE Second Street. Two historic building improvement grants were also approved: $30,549 for 732 NE Second Street (with Council Member Dreyer abstaining) and $40,000 for 721 NE Second Street. A two-phased commercial property improvement grant not to exceed $100,000 ($50,000 in FY2025-26 and $50,000 in FY2026-27) was approved for 605 East Silver Springs Boulevard.

Citizen Impact

Residents and business owners in the designated Community Redevelopment Areas will benefit from grants supporting property improvements, potentially enhancing neighborhood aesthetics and commercial viability. Specific grant amounts range from $5,370 to $50,000 per property.

Confidence

high

Agenda Items

West Ocala Community Redevelopment Area Residential Property Improvement Grant for property located at 1705 NW 16th Court, in an amount not to exceed $15,635

2026-0686

Summary

This item approves a Residential Property Improvement Grant for Shelly Washington, owner of the property at 1705 NW 16th Court within the West Ocala Community Redevelopment Area. The grant, not to exceed $15,635, will cover 75% of the total eligible project costs, which amount to $20,846.21. The approved improvements include new exterior doors, fencing, landscaping, termite treatment, and exterior painting. The project is scheduled to begin on January 7, 2026, with an estimated completion time of 1-2 months. This grant is part of the Community Redevelopment Agency's ongoing efforts to enhance the appearance and value of residential properties in the area.

Citizen Impact

This grant directly assists a long-term resident in improving their home's condition and appearance, contributing to the overall beautification and revitalization of the West Ocala neighborhood.

Confidence

high

North Magnolia Community Redevelopment Area Residential Property Improvement Grant for property located at 130 NW 17th Street, in an amount not to exceed $4,221

2026-0689

Summary

This item concerns a grant for residential property improvements at 130 NW 17th Street within the North Magnolia Community Redevelopment Area (CRA). The grant amount requested is $4,221.00, which represents 100% of the eligible project cost. The specific project is the conversion from a septic system to the City sanitary sewer service. The application was started on January 27, 2026, with an anticipated start date of February 17, 2026, and an anticipated completion date of February 17, 2027. The Ocala Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved a previous grant (CRA24-45764) for the same property in the amount of $17,690.21 for reroofing, fencing, attic insulation, and HVAC installation.

Citizen Impact

This grant will fund the essential upgrade of connecting the property at 130 NW 17th Street from a septic system to the city's sanitary sewer, improving public health and environmental conditions in the neighborhood. The full cost of this conversion is covered by the grant.

Confidence

high

Appointment of Linda Wilkerson to an unexpired term ending March 1, 2029, on the West Ocala Redevelopment Advisory Committee

2026-0691

Public Notice for the February 17, 2026 Community Redevelopment Area Agency Board Meeting was posted on January 23, 2026