Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Ocala public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in public safety with medium priority
Youth screen time and mental health
The Mayor proclaimed November 14 as Look Up Marion, Put Down Your Phone Day after the Children's Alliance reported kids average 7.5 hours of daily screen time, and the police chief cited 68 child-predator arrests this year.
Overdose response funding
A $199,999 Hospital District grant will fund medication-assisted treatment for overdose patients through Fire Rescue's CORe program for one year.
Walmart Retail Crime and Security Partnership
Mayor Marciano announced a new partnership with Walmart management to deploy off-duty police officers and reduce petty theft at local store locations.
Fire Fee Lawsuit
A judge just made major rulings on attorney fees and how funds are handed out in Ocala's ongoing fire fee lawsuit, shaking up local city finances. This legal drama directly affects how taxpayer money gets tied up and potentially refunded.