Celebrating a Milestone at West Shire Village

December 5, 2024

From the Desk of the CEO

This week, we gathered in Ocala, FL, to commemorate an exciting and deeply meaningful milestone: the topping-off ceremony for West Shire Village, our first build-to-rent community. The event marked the completion of construction on the final home in this thoughtfully designed neighborhood and was a celebration of vision, teamwork, and community.

The ceremony brought together the dedicated teams who made this project possible. From our affiliate company Arbor Construction, whose expertise laid the foundation (literally and figuratively), to the residential team at Stark Living, who will oversee the vibrant life of this community, and the marketing team at Stark Enterprises, who have shared the story of West Shire Village from the start, every individual involved played an essential role. Contractors, suppliers, and many others who worked tirelessly behind the scenes also joined us, making the event a true celebration of collaboration.

A huge thanks to: Aire Masters, American Residential Products, Beacon Building Products, Blu STI Construction, Century Fire Protection, CSP Concrete, EMI’s Painting, Florida Express Environmental, General Property Construction, Grand View Landscaping Inc, H&H Garage Doors, Home Tech Team Inc, JM Gibson Mechanical, Lowes, Mac Drywall Construction, Mantle Electric, Momma D’s Cleaning, Next Dimension Construction, Palmetto Exteriors, RM Barrineau, Salser Construction, Sherwin Williams, Summer Tile, LLC, Swanson Fire Protection, Taylor and Sons Groundbreaking, Tibbetts Lumber, Tiger All Contractors, and Tindale Pest Control.

At Stark Enterprises, we understand that no project is accomplished in isolation. It takes a collective effort to transform an idea into a reality. Seeing West Shire Village come to life has been nothing short of rewarding, and it serves as a powerful reminder of what we can achieve when we work together toward a shared goal.

We also owe a special thank-you to the Ocala community. From day one, their support and enthusiasm have been instrumental in shaping West Shire Village into the vibrant neighborhood it is today. To those who now call this community home, we are deeply grateful. You are the heartbeat of West Shire Village, and your presence transforms it from a development into a place where people live, connect, and thrive.

West Shire Village represents more than just a collection of homes; it embodies our commitment to creating spaces where people feel a sense of belonging. With modern ranch-style homes, high-quality amenities, and a welcoming environment, we’re proud to contribute to Ocala’s growing appeal as a destination for those seeking comfort and community in Central Florida.

As we close this chapter of construction and open a new one focused on community living, we reflect on what it means to bring a project like this to fruition. It’s about more than brick and mortar—it’s about people, partnerships, and the profound impact of shared vision.

Here’s to many years of growth, connection, and community at West Shire Village and beyond!

 

Sincerely,
Ezra Stark
Chief Executive Officer