Welcome to the Public Policy Institute!
The Public Policy Institute of Marion County is dedicated
to advancing public interest, building democracy,
enhancing community, and improving the quality of life
by involving citizens in the process.
2010 Study: Quality of Life Progress Report Update
In November, the Public Policy Institute Board of Directors voted to update the 2005 Quality of Life Progress Report as the study project for 2010/2011. Updating this valuable community indicator tool will serve to support organizations and agencies focused on improving quality of life by providing a critical data-driven snapshot of Ocala/Marion County. To guide this process, a management team has been identified and will be responsible for outlining the scope, purpose, long-term goals, and timeline of the project. To view or print a free copy of the 2005 report, please click on “2005 QOL report” at lower left.
Tell us what you think: Feedback regarding the content of the 2005 report and the 2010/2011 update is encouraged! A Discussion forum for your comments is available on the PPI Facebook page (see link at lower right). Further details regarding this project will be released in coming weeks, so please check back often or contact Crystal Flynn, Director, at 352-291-4433 for further information.
2009 Study: Kinship Care
Update: January 25, 2010.
Last February, the 2009 Public Policy Institute Kinship Care Study Committee began a six-month research process to analyze and evaluate existing resources and services and to develop recommendations that can be implemented locally to enhance access to kinship care support in Ocala/Marion County. The first public presentation of the finished report was offered at the Kid’s Central, Inc. 3rd Annual Kinship Conference on Friday, September 18th at the Klein Conference Center at College of Central Florida. For further information regarding this event, please visit www.kidscentralinc.org. Additional community-wide presentations of the study included the Marion County Senior Alliance.
In November, members of the 2009 study committee reconvened to discuss study recommendations and next steps including the establishment of the Kinship Care Advisory Board. Further meetings are tentatively scheduled and additional updates will be posted when available. To download your free copy of the report, click “2009 Kinship Care” on the left menu under “Studies.” Printed copies of the report are available for purchase by contacting the office. If you have questions regarding this study or other PPI projects, or to find out how you can be part of the next study committee, please contact Crystal Flynn, Director, at 352-291-4433.