Notice of substantial amendments proposed for Consolidated Plan & Action Plan

2019-24 Consolidated Plan & 2021 Action Plan, including HOME-American Rescue Plan Allocation Plan

Notice to citizens:  Marion County Community Services is an entitlement recipient of federal funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and was awarded $3,217,585 in HOME-ARP funds in a one-time allocation. Marion County may utilize such funds for activities that include (1) development and support of affordable housing, (2) tenant-based rental assistance (TBRA), (3) provision of supportive services; and (4) acquisition and development of non-congregate shelter units. In accordance with 24 CFR 91.505, Marion County is submitting a substantial amendment to their 2020-21 annual action plan to include the HOME-ARP allocation plan. The draft HOME-ARP allocation plan proposes funding on eligible activities. A detailed description of the proposed substantial amendment, including specifics on the proposed budget, is available for inspection at Marion County Community Services, 2710 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL 34470, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. In addition, the substantial amendment has been posted to the county’s website at marionfl.org.

30-day public comment period:  The public is encouraged to comment on the draft HOME-ARP allocation plan by submitting written comments or participating in the public hearing. Citizens will have the opportunity to review Marion County’s HOME-ARP allocation plan beginning Monday, March 6, through Wednesday, April 5, at marionfl.org/communityservices, or by requesting a copy from Marion County Community Services. Marion County will consider any comments or views of residents, agencies, or other interested parties received in writing in preparation of the substantial amendment. A summary of these comments will be included in the final documents. Information on this activity is part of the public record, and available for review. Written comments may be submitted to Community Services, 2710 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL 34471, or via email to: charles.rich@marionfl.org. For additional information, please call 352-671-8770.

Public Hearing: A public hearing will be held Tuesday, March 21, at 10 a.m. in the McPherson Governmental Campus auditorium, located at 601 SE 25th Ave., Ocala, FL 34471.

If translation services are required to allow participation by non-English speaking residents or reasonable accommodations of a disability are needed for you to participate in this meeting, please contact the ADA coordinator/Human Resources director at 352-438-2345 at least 48 hours in advance of the hearing, so appropriate arrangements can be made.