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Ocala’s Parking Garage Deep Clean Causes Partial Closure
City of Ocala to close downtown parking garage for three days for deep cleaning
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Ocala/Marion County TPO request public input
The organization wants citizen input into the transportation needs for its 2050 plan to accommodate future growth.
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BOCC votes 4-1 to approve 312-unit apartment complex at On Top of the World
An unusual hearing included a pre-meeting prayer, food trucks, and discussion of vested development rights in a mix of developer representatives, county staff and OTOW seniors.
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Ocala City Council protests continue, citizens demand support for ceasefire in Gaza
Public comment to be moved to end of meetings as city council refuses to vote on resolution.
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BOCC to vote on 312-unit apartment complex at On Top of the World
Neighbors oppose the project citing 55+ community concerns, safety issues for seniors in the area and incompatibility with multifamily housing.
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RaceTrac project voted down
The controversial project met heavy opposition from neighbors, Horse Farms Forever and Save Our Rural Area.