As our city and residents gear up for back to school, I am glad to give an update on what is happening in Orlando. We had our budget workshops in July and our city is...
July is synonymous with Independence Day. While we all enjoy friends, family and fireworks this month, from Lake Eola to Baldwin Park, we can all remind ourselves of the core values on which our...
To keep roads safe for the more than 203,000 Orange County students starting summer break, the Orlando Police Department (OPD) and Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) will be out in full force reminding drivers...
One year ago this month, the most horrific event in our City’s history occurred and 49 innocent, amazing lives were cut short- and more individuals were injured- in a cowardly act of violence. Like...
During our April 24 meeting, the City Commission unanimously approved on second reading, the final update to our Comprehensive Plan. The Comp Plan creates the framework for our community’s public policy in terms of...
On April 24, the Winter Park City Commission gave unanimous approval to execute the agreement with HuntonBrady Architects for the signature architectural design of the new library & events center and parking garage, subject to final...
The Metropolitan “Metro” Fire Chiefs Association held its annual conference in April and elected Orange County Fire Chief Otto Drozd III president of the organization. Approximately 120 fire chiefs from metropolitan fire departments in...
Few things are as much fun as splashing around at the beach or in a backyard pool, but not every child is confident about taking the plunge. “For some children, the idea of getting...
Studies show that, in middle-income neighborhoods, there are 13 books for every child. However, in low-income neighborhoods, there is just one book for every 300 children. To improve this statistic, Heart of Florida United...
As the time change provides us all with more daylight in which to enjoy the great outdoors, I wanted to give you an update about much that is happening in our City. Last month...
