Orange County Government

Orange County is planning for future growth in a smart and sustainable way with Vision 2050. Want to learn more about what it means for your community? Vision 2050 is the topic of our next Customer-First virtual webinar on Thursday, July 25 at 2:30 p.m. Submit your questions to be answered live and register here: bit.ly/3YaZofQ

👏 Join us in celebrating Fredrick Bradley, an unsung hero at Orange County Parks and Recreation! Fredrick's motto is “I don’t work to change people’s opinions of me, I work to change children’s lives,” and he has done just that. Over the past 25 years, Fredrick has made an impact in his community, helping to grow the Tildenville After School Program and working with youth in the Junior Magic program. Thank you, Fredrick, for making Orange County a better place every day!

🔋🔥 When it comes to the garbage or recycling cart, remove lithium-ion batteries from the equation. These rechargeable batteries—the type found in smartphones, laptops, e-cigarettes, power tools, and more—can overheat and cause fires. When a fire breaks out on a garbage or recycling truck, the driver must quickly empty the vehicle's contents onto the roadway to reduce the chances of injury and damage. It's a hot mess! Help protect our waste collection workers and the environment by properly disposing of lithium-ion batteries. Find a convenient battery disposal location at Call2Recycle.org/locator. You can also bring them to an Orange County household hazardous waste facility. See details at www.ocfl.net/HHW.

🎨 Now on display: Son of the City—the Art of Paul Columbus. Paul is a self-taught inter-disciplinary artist who gets most of his inspiration in life itself. "I paint in-part to pay tribute to my father, with every creation I pay tribute to him, and carry on his legacy to 'Live with Love.'" The exhibit will be on display in the Orange County Administration Building in the Board of County Commissioners Chambers Gallery through September 19, 2024.

Celebrate all things Parks & Rec this month with us! While many of Orange County’s parks offer something special for little ones, let’s spotlight a few sites that offer extra family fun. ✨ Hit the trails - Immerse your little one in nature’s wonders as you explore winding trails. Remember, trails like Cady Way and Little Econ Greenway offer smoother, stroller-friendly paths. ✨ Nature’s Pollinators – Fluttering butterflies and buzzing bees in their natural habitat will delight tots at Magnolia Park and West Orange Trail. ✨ Playground Fun – Most Orange County parks offer shady “Tot Lots” with bucket swings and carefree play for kids; and a place for mom and dad to beat the heat. More tips 👉 bit.ly/461M7Ih

Join us in celebrating Alturia Hall, Orange County Head Start Center Manager! A true Orlando native, Alturia graduated from Oak Ridge High School and earned her degree from Valencia College. Her involvement with early childhood education began as a parent volunteer. 25 years later, her passion for teaching is stronger than ever as she enjoys mentoring colleagues and helping families entering the Head Start program. Congrats, Alturia, on 25 dedicated years with Orange County Head Start! 🎉

Did you know Orange County has a grant program designed to help subdivisions? The Neighborhood Beautification Grant helps pay for signage, landscaping, pressure washing, playground equipment, irrigation repair, lighting and more. “I’m so happy about this,” said Jordi Pla, a resident of Piney Woods, a neighborhood that recently received funding. “It made our entrance beautiful. And the grant application process was very easy.” Interested in upgrading your community? More details below 👇

We're proud to announce that our Orange County Utilities Eastern Regional Water Supply Facility was recognized by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection with a prestigious Plant Operations Excellence Award! This award honors outstanding achievement in treatment plant operations, maintenance, and compliance. Eastern Regional has seen many improvements over the years to ensure it is a reliable, well-maintained, and well-run facility. While the Excellence Award highlights these advancements, it also reflects the hard work and dedication of the entire Water Division Production Group. Thank you to our dedicated team of water professionals for your commitment to excellence.

It was a pleasure to host Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost and his team at the Orange County Utilities Eastern Regional Water Supply Facility to discuss partnership opportunities. We were thrilled to showcase our operations and facility that provide drinking water to over 77,000 customers and highlight the critical roles of our utility's various divisions and projects.

🐕🐾 Did you know our Parks & Rec team operates 13 dog parks across Orange County including two new facilities at Wedgefield Park and Cypress Park? Prepare for a doggone good time with our handy tips for your next visit.