Media Releases

Statement from Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings | April 25, 2022

“We are shocked and saddened by the untimely passing of Community and Family Services Director Lonnie C. Bell, Jr. Lonnie was a long-time leader at Orange County Government and was a champion for improving the health and welfare of our residents. As a public servant, his passion was truly working to improve the lives...

Arts & Cultural Organizations Lead the Way on Sustainability

The future health of our world has been one of the areas of concern for the Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs Sustainability Committee, a subcommittee of the Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs Advisory Council. The arts organizations in Central Florida have reported a number of actions they’ve taken or are exploring in...

Dr. Raul Pino Appointed Orange County Health Director

Orange County, Fla. — Mayor Jerry L. Demings has appointed Dr. Raul Pino as the next Orange County Director of Health Services. “Dr. Pino is a revered public health expert in Orange County,” said Mayor Demings. “He has an exceptional reputation amongst our citizens, as well as the professional medical community in Central Florida.” Dr....

Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings to Host 2022 Orange County Regional Economic Summit Thursday, April 21, 2022 at Full Sail Live

WHAT: In collaboration with the Orlando Economic Partnership, Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings will host the 2022 Orange County Regional Economic Summit at Full Sail Live. The regional summit will highlight the annual local and state economic forecast, as well as how the region’s business and transportation infrastructure can support Orange County’s upward...

Orange County Seeks Applications for the Community Action Advisory Board

WHAT: The Community Action Division is currently looking to fill a vacancy on the division’s advisory board. The Community Action Division helps individuals and families achieve economic self-sufficiency by leveraging partnerships that produce a range of culturally-competent, accessible, high-quality services to meet the needs of a diverse community. The Orange County Community Action Division’s...

Orange County to Host Earth Day Celebration for Employees and Residents

Friday, April 22, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the front lawn of the County Administration Building WHAT: Orange County celebrates Earth Day this year on the front lawn of the County Administration Building on Friday, April 22, 2022. Animal conservation, native plant tours, gardening, pop-up parks, test drives of electric fleet vehicles,...

In Celebration of Earth Day, Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings Invites Media to Behind-the-Scenes Look at Outdoor Air Monitoring Technology

WHAT: In celebration of Earth Day and highlighting Orange County’s continued commitment to maintaining good air quality, Mayor Jerry L. Demings will visit one of the county’s three ambient air monitoring stations. Mayor Demings will showcase the investment the county has made in air monitoring technology, discuss Electric Vehicle (EV) transportation options that cut...