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City Council: It's time to follow up on initiatives and issues you already started
The 2024-25 budget was a difficult and sobering challenge that all of you endured, but that is now in your rearview mirrors. It's time to take care of unfinished business and move the City forward. more
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3 reasons your neighborhood should start throwing block parties
What if I told you that a block party could actually be foundational to improving your neighborhood, town, or city? more
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Mead's Bottom in Apopka reminds us the past is our heritage, the present is our responsibility, and the future is our challenge
The Mead's Bottom Mural invests in our community and its people, reflecting our values, history, and aspirations. Exposure to these types of arts fosters creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills that can help bridge cultural divides and promote understanding. more
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Debris from one of the houses in Punta Gorda that was demolished by Hurricane Charley, the first of four hurricanes that hit Florida in six weeks in 2004.
Milton, hard on the heels of Helene, stirs memories of when Florida saw four storms in six weeks
In 2004, Florida was hit by a series of FOUR major hurricanes in just six weeks. Charley kicked off the parade of powerhouses. It hit Cayo Costa on Aug. 13 as a Category 4, killing 17 people in Florida alone... then Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne followed. more
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Byrd: Continue half-cent sales tax for Orange County Public Schools
Prior to the half-cent sales tax in 2002, many of Orange County’s public schools were outdated and in disrepair.  more
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Apopka City Council passes millage rate and budget despite chaos and turmoil at final hearing
At its final budget hearing, the Apopka City Council voted 5-0 to increase its millage rate from 4.1876 to 4.6876 for its fiscal year 2024/25 budget. It also approved a total budget of $201.2 million. But then, chaos and turmoil had their turn. more
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Commissioner Moore announces transportation study for Apopka and Northwest Orange County
The planning process will include a significant public involvement plan which will inform and involve the citizens of the county and city. more
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Silver Glen Springs in Ocala is renowned for its crystal-clear waters. Other springs are suffering.
Florida ignores law requiring new rules to protect springs
The Florida Springs and Aquifer Protection Act designated 30 of the state’s waterways as “Outstanding Florida Springs,” which means they are such Florida treasures that they deserve extra protection. more
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John H. Bridges Community Center
Orange County approves $6.9 billion budget; millage rate set at 4.4347
The Orange County Board of Commissioners approved a final $6.9 billion budget. The millage rate was passed without fanfare at 4.4347 mills, a 5.05 percent increase over the rollback rate. more
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Apopka City Hall.
A Legacy in Peril: Why Mayor Nelson should return public comments to its normal position in City Council meetings
Hello, Apopka City Council and those of you who frequent the public comments podium. We are about to embark on an important week with a City Council meeting and a budget hearing on Wednesday. … more
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Protesters assemble at the St. Johns River Water Management District buil;ding in Apopka.
Protesters gather in Apopka to criticize FDEP for not protecting Florida's springs
Just steps away from the FDEP public workshop in the St. Johns River Water Management District Apopka Service Center, protesters and invited speakers railed against the DeSantis Administration's failure to prevent harm to the state’s iconic springs. more
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The Green Swamp is the source of four rivers, but traffic problems have caused Polk to consider building a road across it.
Is Polk County a cautionary tale for Apopka?
Rapid, unplanned development leaves Polk County short of utility capacity, and it contemplates big increases in impact fees and an expensive water experiment. Does anything sound familiar here to you, Apopka? more
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Nesta: "The majority on the Council (Nelson with Anderson and Smith) continue to work to silence, intimidate, and censor the voice of residents"
Commissioner Nick Nesta motioned to continue live streaming the Public Comments section of the City of Apopka Council Meeting Agenda, as historically and properly done. more
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U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds addresses his secret water quality summit in the Lee County Commission chambers (note the portrait of Robert E. Lee).
Secret Florida water summit lets polluters talk to the government without the press or public present
Pittman: "Wetlands are crucial to filtering out pollution from stormwater runoff, not to mention soaking up floods and providing habitat for important species. Asphalt is surprisingly ineffective at any of those tasks." more
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Apopka Amphitheater
Apopka heads to the final round for Orange County Tourism Development Tax
Apopka beat out the 4R Foundation, Orlando Science Center, Rollins Museum of Art, Orlando Philharmonic Plaza Foundation, Orlando Family, Winter Garden Art Association, The Winter Park Playhouse, the Mennello Museum of American Art, and the Orlando Museum of Art in the preliminary round. more
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Florida workers rally.
Labor Day message: United, we can improve Florida for all
There is no better way to celebrate this Labor Day weekend than becoming a part of the fight for a stronger, fairer Florida. more
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Charlotte, NC.
The Great Reset: What Apopka can learn from Charlotte
Moore: "Without openness, a city will also lack the ability to attract diverse talent. New talent and ideas are needed to replenish energy and capacity." more
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Is Apopka in position for a "Great Reset"?
Moore: "Apopka can become much more than a bedroom community for Orlando. We are all part of a large mega-economy of Central Florida. The possibilities for economic success and preserving our environmental treasures are endless." more
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Winnipeg, Canada.
City finance that depends on magic is a recipe for disaster
Cities provide critical life-sustaining services to residents, such as clean drinking water, sanitation, public safety, etc. Such critical services need a stable source of funds to ensure they are never disrupted. more
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Apopka City Hall.
Nesta rebukes Nelson for moving public comments and turning off the live feed at Apopka City Council meeting
Nesta: "The City of Apopka and the residents' will are again under attack. Serious matters are being completely disregarded, and there are continued ethics violations from this administration." more
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Apopka Fire Department - Fire Station #1
Apopka Professional Firefighters President pushes back on City Council changes to public comments
Klepper: "What transpired tonight when public comment was pushed to the end of a public meeting and then subsequently and DECEPTIVELY cut off from the public YouTube feed was unconscionable and fundamentally un-American." more
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Orange County offers programs to assist in mental health and homelessness
Consider this column as a tutorial on where you can find services or how to assist others in finding aid. Let’s start with adult mental health services. more
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An effective approach to the Apopka City Budget calls for a citizen review committee and other proactive measures
Olsen: "We are all accountable for our actions and failures. We can all do better. Now is the time to take action." more
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Apopka Fire Department - Station #1
A Tale of Two Cities: A call for transformation in Apopka
Duran: "It was once said, “Facts are a funny thing.” In my two years of involvement with the city of Apopka and the Apopka Fire Department, I’ve found very little “funny.” In fact, I have found much of what goes on in city hall disgusting and disturbing, to say the least." more
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Apopka City Hall.
Trust and integrity must return to the Apopka City Council
The Council needs to get to the bottom of Mayor Nelson's accusation. I know it may seem like we are already at rock bottom in many ways, but a member of the Council simply cannot make statements like that from the dais without proving their words. more
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