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NewsOcala GazetteJune 25, 2026Marion

Marion County Approves $428,195 Highway 27 Area Study

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners voted 4-1 to hire a consulting firm to develop a master plan for the US Highway 27 area. The decision follows a debate regarding the effectiveness of county studies and regional growth management.

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Why It Matters

The county is spending $428,195 in public funds to create a long-term development plan for the US Highway 27 corridor, which will influence future land use and infrastructure decisions in that region.

Key Facts

  • The Marion County Board of County Commissioners approved a contract for a master plan study on June 23.
  • The vote passed with a 4-1 margin.
  • The contract is valued at $428,195.
  • The firm Kimley-Horn and Associates was selected to perform the work.
  • The study focuses on the US Highway 27 area.
  • The approval process included a debate regarding the history of unmanaged growth in the region and the utility of county studies.

Who's Mentioned

organizationKimley-Horn and Associates“The consulting firm hired to conduct the master plan study.”organizationMarion County Board of County Commissioners“The governing body that voted to approve the study.”personChuck“Growth Services Director mentioned in the report.”locationUS Highway 27“The geographic area subject to the new master plan.”organizationOcala Gazette“The news publication reporting on the event.”