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OMAC Grant Recommended for Ocala Film Derby Equipment

The Ocala Municipal Arts Commission staff recommends awarding an OMAC grant to the Public Education Foundation of Marion County for the 2026 Ocala Film Derby, with a total request of $2,500 to purchase industry-standard equipment packs for middle and high school students. Due to limited current-year funds, the award would be split across fiscal years while supporting expanded media arts education and scholarship opportunities.

Document date · September 2, 2026

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Scope & details

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Contract amount
$2,500 (OMAC grant request); staff recommends authorizing remaining $1,700, with $800 in FY 2026 and $1,700 in FY 2027 after October 1, 2026
Contract type
OTHER
Contract term
Project tied to Ocala Film Derby event September 16–27, 2026; grant impact expected up to 5 years per student via equipment packs
Renewal
OMAC grants are typically limited to one award per recipient in any 12-month period and are not automatic renewals; future funding would require a new application after the prior grant is closed out with a final report. Staff proposes splitting this grant across two fiscal years similar to the 2024–2025 funding structure used for Strategic Community Alliance, Inc.
Document type
AgendaPacket
Source document
Ocala Municipal Arts Commission Agenda Packet 2026-09-02

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Frequently asked questions

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Who was awarded the government contract by City of Ocala?

Public Education Foundation of Marion County was awarded this government contract by City of Ocala, as recorded on September 2, 2026. The contract value is $2,500 (OMAC grant request); staff recommends authorizing remaining $1,700, with $800 in FY 2026 and $1,700 in FY 2027 after October 1, 2026.

How much is the Public Education Foundation of Marion County contract with City of Ocala worth?

The Public Education Foundation of Marion County contract with City of Ocala is valued at $2,500 (OMAC grant request); staff recommends authorizing remaining $1,700, with $800 in FY 2026 and $1,700 in FY 2027 after October 1, 2026.

What type of contract is this?

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Where was this contract approved?

This contract appears in Ocala Municipal Arts Commission Agenda Packet 2026-09-02 (AgendaPacket), dated September 2, 2026 from City of Ocala. Civic IQ extracts contract records directly from agency meeting documents and solicitations.

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