A new towing ordinance takes effect in Orange County on Nov.1, 2014, protecting drivers from illegal towing. This ordinance provides clearer and more enforceable regulations to prevent wrongful, predatory towing of vehicles, which includes deceptive practices by towing companies and drivers, the employment of “spotters” who prey on uninformed visitors, and the towing of...
Mayor Teresa Jacobs will bring together government and community leaders, as well as public health and law enforcement officials to share plans and provide sector updates. Orange County maintains an extremely high level of readiness and this briefing will further elevate the coordination and familiarization of plans and facilities.
Orange County, FL – Mandatory one-day-a-week watering restrictions will begin on Sunday, November 2, for Orange County residential and nonresidential properties. When clocks return to standard time, from Sunday, November 2, to Sunday, March 8, homes and nonresidential properties in Orange County must adhere to the following watering schedule:
During the November 4, 2014 general election, Orange County voters will consider four (4) separate ballot measures proposing amendments to the Orange County Charter.
Orange County Government invites residents to its second annual United Way 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, November 22, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the West Orange Trail - Chapin Station located at 501 Crown Point Cross Road, Winter Garden, FL 34787. All proceeds will benefit Heart of Florida United Way, Central Florida’s most comprehensive health...
Orange County, FL – Orange County’s Environmental Protection Division invites the public to the 2014 Foxtober Fest, a celebration of Halloween and the fall harvest featuring the grand opening of the Lake Nona Farmer’s Market where you can purchase locally made, healthy, and original products.
Orange County, FL - Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs and the Orange County Board of County Commissioners will recognize a group of young citizens who participated in the Jefferson Awards Lead 360 Challenge. The program inspires young people from all over the country, ages 5 to 25, to plan and carry out public service...
Orange County Utilities invites eligible Orange County residents* to its Household Hazardous Waste and Electronic Waste Community Collection Event on Saturday, October 18, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Apopka High School located at 555 W. Martin Street, Apopka, FL 32712. Participants will have the opportunity to properly dispose of hazardous and electronic...
Mayor Teresa Jacobs and the Orange County Neighborhood Preservation & Revitalization Division will kick-off this year’s Adopt a Fire Station for the Holidays on Monday, October 13, 2014. This year 42 fire stations may be adopted by neighborhood groups, businesses, non-profits, families, and local high schools. Those who adopt a station can host a...