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A Truly Epic Collaboration: Orange County Played Monumental Role in Universal’s New Theme Park

Even before construction finished, Epic Universe was already shattering local records. To make the giant theme park a reality, Orange County Government issued 1,150 permits and conducted nearly 34,000 inspections across the 750-acre property — making it the largest single development project the County has ever undertaken. As Epic Universe nears its grand debut,...

Redistricting Criteria: The Legal Rules That Shape Districts

As Orange County moves from six to eight commission districts, it is important for residents to understand the legal requirements guiding how new district...

Orange County Fleet Fuels Future Talent at SkillsUSA

Orange County’s Fleet Management Division is helping shape Florida’s next generation of mechanics through hands-on participation in the annual SkillsUSA Florida State Leadership and...

Understanding Redistricting: The Principles That Guide Fair Representation

With Orange County transitioning from six to eight commission districts, the redistricting process is underway to ensure fair and balanced representation. But what exactly...

Community & Services

A Truly Epic Collaboration: Orange County Played Monumental Role in Universal’s New Theme Park

Even before construction finished, Epic Universe was already shattering local records. To make the giant theme park a reality, Orange County Government issued 1,150 permits and conducted nearly 34,000 inspections across the 750-acre property...

Redistricting Criteria: The Legal Rules That Shape Districts

As Orange County moves from six to eight commission districts, it is important for residents to understand the legal requirements guiding how new district lines are drawn. Redistricting must follow both federal and state...

Orange County Fleet Fuels Future Talent at SkillsUSA

Orange County’s Fleet Management Division is helping shape Florida’s next generation of mechanics through hands-on participation in the annual SkillsUSA Florida State Leadership and Skills Competition, recently held in Jacksonville. The event brings together students from across the state to compete in a variety of trade-related skills, including Automotive Technology, Marine Service and Heavy...

Public Health & Safety

Code Compliance Inspector Helps Rescue Abused Dogs

What began as a routine property inspection turned into a life-changing moment for three dogs thanks to the quick thinking and compassion of an Orange County Code Compliance Inspector. While inspecting an apartment unit...

 “Road Diet” Strategy for Safer Roadway Configuration

Many of Orange County’s busiest thoroughfares were developed decades ago when cars ruled the road, but in recent years people have changed how they get around. Mass transit, bicycles, scooters and other micromobility devices...

Bicycle Lanes Make Orange County Roads Safer and More Functional

Central Florida’s roads are expanding to accommodate more residents and visitors, but not everyone who uses these roads drives cars or trucks. Many use bicycles to get around town, and that presents a safety challenge for Orange County, which is addressing the issue head on with its Accelerated Transportation Safety Program. Roads designed decades...

Business

A Truly Epic Collaboration: Orange County Played Monumental Role in Universal’s New Theme Park

Even before construction finished, Epic Universe was already shattering local records. To make the giant theme park a reality, Orange County Government issued 1,150 permits and conducted nearly 34,000 inspections across the 750-acre property...

One-Year Milestone of Orange County Solar Installation Celebrated

Ahead of National Solar Appreciation Day, March 14, Orange County officials gathered to commemorate the one-year milestone for the county’s largest ground-mounted solar array, which is located at the Northwest Water Reclamation Facility in...

Demings Digest | February 2025

Greetings, What an exciting start to the year! Here at the Orange County Administration Offices, we celebrated newly installed public artwork on display at our Sculpture on the Lawn exhibit and opened our doors to the public during our Open House and Job Fair event last week. In the coming months, there will be...