Remarks by Ire J. Bethea Sr
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“Good evening. Our invocation will be offered by Chaplain Joe Hassler. And after that, we will have the Pledge of Allegiance.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“I will pledge allegiance to the flag. It is now 4 o'clock on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, and this meeting of the Ocala City Council is called to order. Clerk, please call the roll.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Here. The clerk will now provide the public notice for this evening's meeting.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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Not quoted here: it may name a member of the public. Hear it at the meeting.
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Item 4B is the presentation of the National Arts and Humanities Month Proclamation to Jay Bailey, Executive Director for Marion County Cultural Alliance at Brick City Center of the Arts.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Item 4C is the presentation of the Give for Marion Proclamation to the Community Foundation for Ocala Marion County, CEO Lauren D'Orio. I hope she don't get mad at me. I know that's...”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Item 4D is the presentation of the Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation to representatives of the Ocala Chamber and Economic Partnership.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Item 4E is the presentation of a service award to Captain Jason Craig for 25 years of service with Ocala Fire Rescue.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Agenda item number five, presentations. 5A is a presentation of the State of Downtown by Ocala Main Street Executive Director, Sarah Lambert.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“You did a great job. Thank you. Is there any questions from anyone out in the audience in regards to her presentation? Council?”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“WE COME TO OUR CONSIDERED AGENDA. ARE THERE ANY ITEMS WHICH THE COUNCIL WOULD LIKE TO BE REMOVED FOR INDIVIDUAL DISCUSSIONS OR CONSIDERATIONS? HAVING NONE, HEARING NONE, I ACCEPT A MOTION TO APPROVE THE CONSIDERED AGENDA.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Is there a second? Second. Any comments from the public on this matter? Clerk, call the roll.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Aye. We're on agenda item 8, introduction, first reading of ordinances. Item 8A is the introduction and first reading of ordinances. 2026-35. Is there a member of the City Council who will introduce this item? I will. Thank you, sir.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“IN ORDER TO ENSURE THAT WE CONSIDER THE FULL MILLAGE AND BUDGET ITEMS AFTER 5 PM, WHICH IS REQUIRED BY FLORIDA LAW, WE WILL CONSIDER AGENDA ITEMS 10A THROUGH 10K NOW AND COME BACK TO AGENDA ITEMS 9 AFTER THAT TIME. SO ITEM 10A IS THE ADOPTION OF BUDGET RESOLUTION 2026-174. Do I hear a motion to approve this item?”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Planning Director Aubrey Hale is recognized for his presentation.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Are there any comments from the public? Any questions from the council? Call the roll.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Aye. Item 10B is the approval of the purchase of Trip Saver 2 reclosures. Do I hear a motion to approve this item?”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Is there a second? Second. Utility Director Doug Peebles is recognized for presentation.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Any questions from the public? Council? Call the roll.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Aye. Thank you. Item 10C is the approval of utility service expenditures for Duke Energy for fiscal year 2026-27. Do I hear a motion to approve? So moved.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Water Resource Director Brian Heller is recognized for a presentation.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Are there any questions from the public on this item?”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Aye. 10D, the adoption of Resolution 2026-56. Do I hear a motion to approve this item? So moved. Is there a second?”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Transportation Director Tom Duncan is recognized for his presentation.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026
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“Any questions from the public? Council. Call the roll.”
City Council · Sep 15, 2026