Ocala: September 13, 2021 City Council Regular Meeting
Summary. The Ocala City Council held its regular meeting on September 13, 2021. The meeting included citizen comments from Jackie Wilde, who announced her resignation and spoke about government ethics and integrity. The council heard presentations on a proposed USS Alaska Submarine Memorial and Museum project. Major business included approving two significant electric utility infrastructure resolutions totaling approximately $19 million for transmission system upgrades and transformer purchases to modernize the aging electrical infrastructure. Other key actions included approving the sale of 3.31 acres to Chugachmute for $663,500 for a health clinic, approving capital improvement project priorities, and appointing Robert Barnwell to the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association. The council also discussed the potential future sale of the city annex building but decided to defer action pending further study of alternative arrangements for current occupants including the food bank.
Agenda Items
1. Roll Call and Citizen Comments
Roll call confirmed quorum. Three citizens spoke including Jackie Wilde announcing resignation and discussing ethics, and two citizens supporting the Chugachmute property sale.
- Jackie Wilde resignation announcement
- Ethics and integrity in government
- Support for Chugachmute property sale
2. Consent Agenda Approval
Council approved consent agenda after removing several resolutions for separate discussion.
- Removed resolutions 2021-100, 2021-101, 2021-104, and 2021-102
- Added joint letter regarding Port of Alaska
3. Proclamations and Awards
Mayor presented multiple proclamations and awards including port commerce board service awards, teacher of the year recognition, and military remembrance proclamations.
- Port Commerce Advisory Board service recognition
- Alaska History Teacher of the Year award
- September 11 remembrance
- POW/MIA recognition
- American Legion Day
4. USS Alaska Submarine Memorial Presentation
Bueno Salo presented detailed proposal for submarine memorial and museum project including full-scale reproduction submarine and museum.
- 560-foot submarine reproduction
- Two-story museum with artifacts
- Jobs and economic benefits
- No city funding required
- Partnership request for joint study
5. Electric Infrastructure Resolutions
Council approved two major resolutions for electric system upgrades totaling approximately $19 million.
- $15 million for transmission system materials
- $4.3 million for seven transformers
- 69kV to 115kV system upgrade
- Infrastructure at end of service life
- Urgency due to transformer lead times
Motions & Votes
Move for the approval of the agenda and the consent agenda
Moved by Not clearly identified, seconded by Not clearly identified
Passed unanimously
Move for the approval of resolution 2021-100 (transmission system materials)
Moved by Not clearly identified, seconded by Not clearly identified
Passed 7-0
Move for the approval of resolution 2021-101 (electric transformers)
Moved by Not clearly identified, seconded by Not clearly identified
Passed 7-0
Move for the approval of resolution 2021-102 (Chugachmute property sale)
Moved by Not clearly identified, seconded by Not clearly identified
Passed 6-1
Action Items
Order electric transformers immediately due to 72-week lead time
Assigned to Electric Department/City Manager · Due Immediate
Meet with He Will Provide food bank to discuss relocation options for annex building
Assigned to City Manager and Assistant City Manager · Due Before next council meeting discussion
Conduct needs assessment for establishment of community recreation center
Assigned to Administration
Frequently Asked Questions
What was decided at this meeting?
The Ocala City Council held its regular meeting on September 13, 2021. The meeting included citizen comments from Jackie Wilde, who announced her resignation and spoke about government ethics and integrity. The council heard presentations on a proposed USS Alaska Submarine Memorial and Museum project. Major business included approving two significant electric utility infrastructure resolutions totaling approximately $19 million for transmission system upgrades and transformer purchases to modernize the aging electrical infrastructure. Other key actions included approving the sale of 3.31 acres to Chugachmute for $663,500 for a health clinic, approving capital improvement project priorities, and appointing Robert Barnwell to the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association. The council also discussed the potential future sale of the city annex building but decided to defer action pending further study of alternative arrangements for current occupants including the food bank.
What was on the agenda?
This meeting covered 5 agenda items: Roll Call and Citizen Comments; Consent Agenda Approval; Proclamations and Awards; USS Alaska Submarine Memorial Presentation; Electric Infrastructure Resolutions.
How many motions were voted on?
4 motions were voted on during this meeting. See the Motions & Votes section above for each motion and its result.
What action items came out of this meeting?
3 action items were identified. See the Action Items section above for details and who they were assigned to.
Who attended this meeting?
9 members were recorded as present: Mayor Christy Terry, Casagrande, Vasquez, Demas, McClure, Oksanga, City Manager, City Clerk, City Attorney.
Where can I watch the full recording?
The full video recording is available on YouTube or embedded at the top of this page.
What county is Ocala in?
Ocala is located in Marion County, Florida. Browse other Marion County meeting summaries to see what local governments across the county are working on.
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