THE OCALA COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION
SUPPORTS OUR COMMUNITY!
December 2020

In November/December 2020, OCCU had the above banner on the front page of our website to allow members to take advantage of our Holiday Loan Special. In addition, we had this on our LED Sign out in front of the credit union.
In December 2020, The UPS Santa delivers on Christmas Eve to OCCU.
In December 2020, Marion Oaks Branch got into the Holiday Spirit. (L-R: Part-Time Teller Diane “DJ”, Branch Manager Vicky, & Full Time Teller Cynthia)
In December 2020, Operations Supervisor Liz gets in the spirit of the Holidays at OCCU’s Main Office.
OCCU had the above banner on the front page of our website in November & December 2020 to remind members of the insurance products we offer for their protection.
In December 2020, President/CEO welcomed petsense to our Ocala Community and invited all employees of petsense to join Ocala Community Credit Union. Click on above photo to visit their website. Good News! If you are part of Tractor Supply’s Rewards Program, you are also part of Petsense Rewards as Tractor Supply owns Petsense. (They are still hiring if you know of someone needing a job.)
In December 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO stopped in to invite Marion Liquor employees to join our credit union. OCCU is only a few miles down the road from Marion Liquor and we would be pleased to have them join our credit union.
Member, William, provides his 7 year old Chocolate Lab “Back Seat Driver/Passenger” an OCCU dog treat in the drive-thru.
In December 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO attended AR Homes by Arthur Rutenberg Ribbon Cutting ceremony just off of Fort King in Ocala, FL. These beautiful homes are selling fast, so if you are interested please stop by to inquire. As always, if you are looking for a Mortgage, OCCU is here for you.
In December 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO visited Big Bob’s Restaurant & Pizza in Ocklawaha to show support for this newest community of which we serve. All employees are invited to join Ocala Community Credit Union. Click on any of the above photos to visit their website. Note: there is no wifi available and all cell services are blocked when dinning in.
In December 2020, OCCU’s Loan Department rec’d a Harry & David gift package for all the Route 66 products they’ve sold in 2020. Congratulations go out to Vicky & Diane!
In December 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO stopped w/Brochures to invite 484 Liquor’s staff to join Ocala Community Credit Union. Wipe your feet before entering. (Click on any above photo to visit their Facebook Page.)
In December 2020, Our Marion Oaks Branch began displaying their Christmas Cheer with one of their two trees up & decorated for Christmas. Merry Christmas & Feliz Navidad!
In December 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO dropped off some brochures inviting all Circle K employees to join our credit union. This is the Circle K @ Rainbow Lakes Estates in Dunnellon, Florida. One of the many communities we serve within Marion County.
In December 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO visited, for dinner, this Front Porch Restaurant & Pie Shop in Dunnellon, Florida. Brochures were left for the employees to join Ocala Community Credit Union. Yes, the Turkey Pot Pie (as shown above) was delicious. Click on any of the above photos to visit their TripAdvisor Reviews.
In December 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO invited Seminole Feed Store employees to join Ocala Community Credit Union. This is a beautiful and spacious store inside. Click on above photo to visit their website.
In December 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO stopped in for lunch and to invite staff to join our credit union. The New Owner’s of this “Yesterdays” Restaurant have done a great job in the improving the atmosphere. While eating lunch I thought how this reminded me of either a BEEF’O’BRADY’s or a Applebee’s Grill & Bar. Yesterdays is clean inside and has a beautiful back patio. They are following all CDC & FL Health Dept.’s guidelines for social distancing. Click on any above photo to visit their Facebook page.
In December 2020, #1 New York PIZZA is celebrating 15yrs in service to the Marion Oaks Community on Saturday, 12-12-2020. Come out and enjoy this delicious pizza as their dinning room is now open following CDC & FL Health Dept.’s guidelines. Click on any above photo to visit their website.
In December 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO stopped in to show our support for our local Arby’s Restaurant located in Silver Springs, Florida. Their lobby is now open and they are providing great service while following the CDC & FL Health Dept.’s COVID-19 guidelines.
In December 2020, OCCU rec’d a gift package full of cookies from Jackson County Teachers’ Credit Union out of Marianna, FL. What a wonderful surprise for the OCCU Staff to enjoy during this COVID-19 Pandemic.
November 2020

The above banner was on the front page of our website in the month of November letting our communities know that we have expanded our FOM to include Ocklawaha.
The above banner was on the front page of our website in the month of November reminding our members of all the options/features of OcalaCCU App.
In November 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO dropped off Swapped Out Bank Zipper Bags to Samaritan’s Purse as these will be shipped off to third world countries and used by children for school pencil bags. OCCU Members donated/swapped out their bank bags for our credit union bag for free. Thanks also goes out to Naomi & Judy, as pictured above, for their volunteer efforts at Ocklawaha Bridge Baptist Church.
In November 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO welcomed Gemini employees to join OCCU has they never heard of us and we are just a few miles down the same street. (Gemini is located inside Synergy Studios.) Click on above photo to view their Facebook page.
In November 2020, OCCU’s Loan Officer Diane delivers a cake to congratulate our new OPD Chief Balken. (L-R: OCCU’s Loan Officer Diane, & OPD’s Taylor)
In November 2020, OCCU donated to feed the Hungry. These food items were dropped off at First American Title Company on Hwy 40.
In November 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO welcomed BELAC HOMES to the SE side of Ocala. They have friendly staff. (Click on above photos to visit their beautiful website.)
In November 2020, OCCU’s Operation Supervisor, Elizabeth married Marion County Board of County Commissioners IT System’s Administrator, Kodiak Olsen. We wish them a lifelong marriage of happiness.
In November 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO visited & welcomed Taco’N Madre staff to join our credit union. Food is authentic Mexican and service is fast and friendly. Keeping the economy moving during this COVID-19 Pandemic.
In November 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO welcomed Heart of Florida Health Center newest location in Ocala, FL. All employees are eligible to join and many of their patients are eligible as well. This is located at 2553 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL 34470 (What a beautiful way to repurpose a plaza with a beautiful remodel.)
In November 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO showed his support for our Silver Springs community by having dinner at this beautiful restaurant during this COVID-19 Pandemic. Keeping our economy moving.
In November 2020, OCCU had the above banners on our front page of website informing our members we are watching this depression closely. This storm has changed course so many times and is now a Tropical Strom as we have placed a newer banner on the front page of our website. Tropical Storm Eta came through our area Thursday morning, 11-12-2020, and for the safety our of staff, we closed and re-opened at 12:noon as was on our notification bar at top of website.
In November 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO welcomed all employees of HYRDOLOGIC to join our credit union. This is a Plumbing Supply Business supporting our Community Plumbers. (In above photo, look to the left banner on the fence – Now Open!)
In November 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO stopped in to welcome all employees/staff of our new Hilton Garden Inn – Downtown Ocala, FL. (This is a beautiful new Hilton Garden Inn with spacious areas on 2nd floor.)
October 2020

In October 2020, Part-Time employee, Caitlin, dressed up for Halloween as a Bank Robber that got caught.

In October 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO welcomed “Transition Watersports” employees to join our credit union now that we have Ocklawaha within our field of membership. In addition, they were informed that OCCU does Boat Loans and we are here for them. (Click on above photo to visit their beautiful website)
In October 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO visited Beard Equipment Company’s new location welcoming their employees to join our credit union. Click on above photos to visit their website.




Today, October 30, 2020, is Chief Greg Graham’s funeral service. To show our respects, we are posting the above photos in honor to a man that served his community. In Honor of our Beloved Ocala Chief of Police, Greg Graham, we are posting this photo provided by OPD. Chief Graham served, in past, as a Director on Ocala Community Credit Union’s Board. He was instrumental in working with us to ensure we had an ATM within his Police Department Lobby for all of OCCU members to use Surcharge Free. We are keeping his family in our prayers during these difficult times for them.
In October 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO welcomed Dollar Tree to our Dunnellon community and informed them that all employees are eligible to join. (This location is so new, that they do not have outdoor power to the overhead signage on building yet.)
In October 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO visited BubbaQue’s BBQ in our Dunnellon community to welcome the employees to join our credit union. BubbaQue’s BBQ restaurant has both in door & outdoor dinning available during this COVID-19 Pandemic keeping folks employed in this community.
In October 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO welcomed Next Level Barber Shop to the Marion Oaks Community. Next Level Barber Shop opened it’s doors in February 2020 during this COVID-19 Pandemic. Owner & Staff are friendly and maintain a clean environment.
In October 2020, OCCU threw a surprised Bridal Shower for Operations Supervisor Liz at our main office.
In October 2020, OCCU reminded our members that Bike-Fest in Daytona Beach was going to be held even during this COVID-19 Pandemic. (Above banner appeared on our home page during this special week)
In October 2020, OCCU’s President/CEO met with the kind owners of this business that sells Horse Jumps. See above photo for name and phone number of this beautiful farm.
In October 2020, OCCU recognized International Credit Union Day during this continued COVID-19 Pandemic.
In October 2020, OCCU President/CEO Welcomes Jeremiah’s Italian Ice to Ocala, FL. This place has many flavors to choose from and the staff are friendly and helpful. Now serving… Italian Ice, Gelati, & Soft Ice Cream. (Yes, this is the old “Bruster’s Ice Cream” location on Hwy 40.)
In October 2020, OCCU reminded our members of Fire Prevention Week with the above banner on our front page of this website.
In October 2020, OCCU recognized “Mental Health Awareness Week” as this is a very important health concern throughout our country.
In October 2020, OCCU kept our members informed of new shopping event with this above banner on our home page.
In October 2020, OCCU President/CEO Welcomes Olsen Law Firm PA to join Ocala Community Credit Union. Stop in & Visit as they have a polite receptionist there to greet you. (Click on above photo to view Olsen Law Firm PA Website) – Love Your Lawyer, Love Your Results
In October 2020, OCCU President/CEO Welcomes FORMAGGIO Pizza & Italian Restaurant to their new location here in Ocala, FL. The food is FRESH & Delicious! (Click on above photo to visit their website for more information and location.)
In October 2020, OCCU wished our teachers a Happy & Safe National Teacher’s Day.
In October 2020, OCCU President/CEO Welcomes ChriopracticUSA to their new location in Ocala, FL. (Click on above photo to visit their website for more details)
September 2020

In September 2020, OCCU President/CEO Welcomes Carter’s to Ocala, Florida. (Staff were helpful, sales are great, and quality clothing are in stock.)
In September 2020, OCCU welcomed the employees of E-One here in Ocala, Florida to join our credit union. (Above photo of reception desk after receptionist, Sheila, turned the lights on.)
In September 2020, OCCU notified it’s members of “National Coffee Day” and suggested a few locations for any special deals on this date. (Wawa was giving out any size coffee FREE to Award Members)
In September 2020, OCCU handed out “Take an Extra 20% Off” KOHL’s Coupons to our members through the drive-thru lanes at both locations.
In September 2020, OCCU removed the above banner from homepage as we are winding down Hurricane Season. This banner was up July – September 2020.
In September 2020, OCCU shows support to local Zaxby’s Restaurant as they re-opened their lobbies following CDC & FL Health Department mask & social distancing guidelines. This Zaxby’s Restaurant can be found in the Park View Commons Plaza area.
In September 2020, Vital Records Control “VRC” had the Secure On-Site Shredding Truck wrapped to show the new company.
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