Each of the four streets had a top-scoring neighborhood. These folks worked hard to improve their frontage and regularly picked up trash. They care very much about their community, making it safer, more engaging, and more prosperous.

The Orange County Citizens’ Commission for Children has rolled up its sleeves to ensure yet another successful toy drive.

Residents are reminded to set out their garbage, recycling, yard waste, and large items for collection by 6 a.m. on the day after their typical collection day.

Nine utilities competed in the Region III Drinking Water Contest hosted by the Florida Section American Water Works Association (FSAWWA), a statewide association of drinking water professionals.

All parents and students are invited to learn more about the 41 magnet programs offered in 29 sites across elementary, middle, and high schools.

It is helpful if we all avail ourselves of knowledge about existing and new programs for the unhoused.  You never know when you might need this information to help a person avoid camping on the street.

The City estimates it's about 75% complete with the first pass. Once the first pass is completed over the next few days, the final pass will be announced to make sure everyone has put all of their storm debris to the curb.

Several pedestrian safety projects are either in development or underway on various roadways and at 14 County schools.

The 2024 competing corridors include Sheeler Road, Rose Avenue, Powers Drive, and Votaw Road. 

Green PLACE, an award-winning initiative that preserves, enhances, and restores environmentally sensitive lands, has acquired more than 1,700 acres across 19 properties since the beginning of this year.

The Orange County Community Conference allows residents to learn innovative ways to improve neighborhoods and their communities.

Donations support Orange County youth and family agencies, including the Orange County Neighborhood Centers for Families, Wraparound Orange,  Orange County Public Schools Kids’ Closet, and local nonprofit organizations.

The Orange County Public Works Department has developed an interactive map to help residents keep track of neighborhood debris removal and answer questions about debris from Hurricane Milton.

Three designated drop-off sites will continue to accept non-commercial yard waste, including leaves, branches, and other natural debris.

Orange County is using sales tax monies to fund $100 million in transportation needs over five years, with $55 million for roadway lighting, sidewalks, and pedestrian safety projects.

Various rescue groups from Florida will be present, and several different breeds, ages, and sizes of pets will be available for adoption.