Media Releases

Construction Set to Begin on Lake Apopka Connector Trail

Enhancements include two new rest areas on segments that connect the West Orange Trail with the Lake Apopka Loop Trail Orange County, Fla. – Work on a trail project in north Orange County is underway. Orange County Public Works issued a Notice to Proceed this week on the Lake Apopka Connector Trail project, “paving”...

Orange County to Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Community Development Block Grant Program

WHAT: Orange County’s Housing and Community Development Division will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG). A program of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the CDBG program provides funding for affordable housing, social services, public infrastructure, and more. Representatives from local governments, nonprofits, HUD, and...

Orange County Government Announces First Mayor’s Citizens Academy – En Español

Application window opens Wednesday, December 11, 2024  Orange County, Fla. – Reflecting the growth of Orange County’s Hispanic community and the County’s dedication to serving Spanish-speaking residents, Orange County Government today announced that the Spring 2025 Mayor’s Citizen Academy will be conducted entirely in Spanish. The Mayor’s Citizens Academy is a dynamic 10-week program...

Orange County Legislative Delegation Announces 2025 Public Meeting

Orange County, FL – Senator Geraldine Thompson, Delegation Chair, has released the following information concerning the Orange County Legislative Delegation’s public meeting: Date: Thursday, January 9, 2025 Time: 9 a.m. – Noon (Government officials and spokespersons for government – related entities) 2 p.m. – (Individuals and community – related entities.) Location: Orange County Administration...

Saving Lives: Completion of the Rio Grande Avenue Safety Improvements

Mayor Demings will hold a news conference on Wednesday. WHAT: Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings will announce the completion of the South Rio Grande Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project. The project was funded by the Accelerated Transportation Safety Program, which uses existing revenue sources to address the unique transportation needs of each commission district....

Orange County Government Announces Partnership with Solar United Neighbors

“Solar Switch” now available for all Orange County residents. ORANGE COUNTY, FL – Orange County property owners now have access to affordable rooftop solar installations through a partnership with the non-profit, Solar United Neighbors. The newly named program – “Solar Switch” – provides information on solar energy and offers an opportunity to consider installing...