These are the Agencies working directly with the
Weed & Seed Program and what they have to offer:

Ocala Police Department- Weed Element
Major Greg Graham- 352-369-7135

The "Weeding" portion includes a combines federal, state and local agency task force. Law enforcement efforts will focus on the use of Ocala Police bicycle patrol officers and undercover operations, coupled with the DEA and the U.S Attorney, to prosecute as many offenders as possible in federal court. Targets include open-air drug markets, drug trafficking, crack houses, property crime, juvenile involvement in drug trafficking and personal violent offences.

Ocala Police Department- Out Reach Progams
Tina Greene 352-873-6377

This portion of the Weed & Seed Program provides many drug-free recreational opportunities for youth and families within the target neighborhood. The department offers arts & crafts, a mobile recreation unity, special events each month and offers some scholarships for various activities. Recreational progams are offered throughout the year.

Ocala Police Department - Community Policing
Lt. Karen Black- 369-7103

Community Policing is a bridge between law enforcement "Weeding"
and the "Seeding" components. This portion of the Progam includes after school summer drug prevention activities, a summer "D.E.F.Y. progam, police outreach activities in public housing projects in the designated neighborhood, youth recreation programs, family outreach, truancy intervention and youth programs.

Community Council Against Substance Abuse
Mat Matthews- 352-629-8231
This office acts as a liasion to the different progams and agencies, bringing them together to ensure a wide range of activities made available to you and your family. The Community Council Against Substance Abuse is also the Weed & Seed Sterring Committee and includes members of Ocala City Council, Marion County Commission, Marion County School Board and other volunteers.

Howard Academy Community Center Safe Haven
Jade Hagans- 352-629-7082

A multi-service center where youth and sdult services are available. The Sae Haven currently offers after school tutoring, arts & crafts, Saturday recreation, piano and tennis lessins, math and science tutoring, spring break activities, commodity distribution, life skill classes, personal development and crisis referral services, drug prevention and prenatal care, nutrition information and literacy progams. The center is open evenings, Saturdays and during the summer months.

MAD DADS of Greater Ocala
Larry Brown- 352-629-3100

The MAD DADS program provides mentoring services, a Juvenile Justice Alternative Sentancing Progam, street patrols, tutorial programs, educational assistance, Boy Scout Troop #708, parenting classes, Alternative Sentencing after care and GED after school tutorial classes.

Greater Ocala Community Development Corporation
Charlena C. Kinsler- 352-351-4075

GO CDC provides a Micro Loan and an Affordable Housing Progam. The Micro Loan Program offers financial assistance ranging from $1,500 - $25,000. to emerging and exisiting businesses. Other business services are techinical and support assistance, business counseling and job referrals. The Affordable  Housing Progam offers housing packages, homebuyer education, prequalification and credit counseling. GO CDC's economic developement projects include a Dollar General Retail Store and Learning Center.

The Governor's West Ocala Neighborhood Revitalization Council
Narvella Haynes- 352- 622-7274

The Mission of the Governor's West Ocala Neighborhood Revitalization Council is to work with all governmental agencies and community organizations in revitalizing the West Ocala neighborhood through enhancement in the areas of enviroment, economics and social amenities.

Central Florida Community College Hampton Campus
Community Service Center
Lisa Smith -352- 237-2111 ext 1680
The Hampton Campus is located at the side of the old fire college. The campus has education programs, learning assessments, college prep classes, continuing education programs, employment preparation, small business development assistance, educational opportunity programs, a minorities affairs office and financial aid counseling. Outreach tutorial assistance is available at the Hampton Campus, the Boys & Girls Club and several other target area facilities.

To achieve maximum success, the Weed & Seed Program needs your help, your neighbors help, and the help of local businesses. We welcome you to volunteer your time. Let us hear your suggestions and comments by attending the monthly community meetings scheduled through the Seed Task Force Coordinator's Office (352-873-6377)