Remarks by Ire J. Bethea Sr
382 remarks on the record, newest first · Page 8 of 16
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“Okay, before we move on to tonight's presentations, we're going to consider two agenda items out of order. First, we will consider agenda item 10E, which is the adoption of a successor collective bargaining agreement between the City of Ocala and the IAFF Local 2135 Firefighters and Officers Bargaining Unit. Do I hear a motion to approve this item? So moved. Chief of Staff Chris Watts is recognized for the staff presentation.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“ARE THERE ANY COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC? FROM THE COUNCIL? Call the roll.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Next, we will consider item 10F, which is the adoption of resolution 2026-51. Do I hear a motion to approve this item? So moved. There have been a first and a second, right?”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Me too. Finance Director Priyanka. Peter Brill is recognized for the staff presentation.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Aye. We will return to agenda item number five. Item 5A is the presentation of the Risk Manager of the Year Award to Richard Dennis from Public Risk Underwriters of Florida, Inc.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Okay, agenda item number six is our consent agenda. Are there any items which council would like to be removed from the agenda or for individual discussion?”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Second. Are there any other comments? Call the roll.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Aye. Item 8A is an introduction and first reading of Ordinances 2026-28. Is there a member of the city council who would introduce this item?”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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Not quoted here: it may name a member of the public. Hear it at the meeting.
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Item 8C is an introduction and first reading of Ordinance 2026-30. Is there a member of the council who would introduce? I'll introduce. The clerk will read the ordinance by toll.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“I'll let you get your breath. Okay, thank you. 8D is an introduction and first reading of Ordinance 2026-31. Is there a member of the council who would introduce this item? I'll introduce. The man for you. Clerk?”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Item 8E is the introduction and first reading, ordinance 2026-32. Is there a member of the council who will introduce this item?”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Item 8F is the introduction and first reading. Ordinance 2026-33. Is there a member of the council?”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Item 8G, introduction and first reading of ordinance 2026-34. Is there a member of the council who will introduce? I'll introduce. The clerk will read the ordinance by title.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Agenda Item 9 is public hearings and second readings of ordinances. 9A is the adoption of Resolution 2026-49. Is there a motion? So moved.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Chief Planning Official Indira Madravaran.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Are there any public comments on this matter? Council? Call the roll.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Aye. Item 9B is a public hearing to consider approval of the sale of beer and wine for on-premise consumption for beer.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Any questions or comments from the public? Councilmembers?”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Item 9C is the second and final reading and adoption of Ordinance 2026-27. Councilman Hilty, who introduced this item, is recognized for a motion.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Is there a second? Second. Clerk Jacobs, will you read the ordinance by title?”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“PLANNING DIRECTOR AUBREY HILL IS RECOGNIZED FOR HIS PRESENTATION.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Are there any comments from the public on this matter? Council? Call the roll.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Aye. Agenda item 10, general business. Item 10A is the adoption of the agreement for professional services with JLC Air Show Management, LLC for the production and management of the Wayne's Oval Keller Florida Air Show. Do I hear a motion to approve this item?”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Airport Director Matthew Grove is recognized for presentation.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026