Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer joined residents and community partners to kick off Bike to Work Day in celebration of Florida Bike Month on Friday, March 22, 2024. The event aimed to promote alternative sustainable commuting options and highlight the city's commitment to biking infrastructure.Mayor Dyer led the group ride at 8 a.m., guiding participants through downtown Orlando and concluding at Orlando City Hall. Along the route on Orange Avenue, riders were able to admire the city’s newly installed intersection murals and artistic curb extensions designed to enhance safety...
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer has announced a Special Election for District 5 Interim City Commissioner set to take place on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. This decision comes after Governor DeSantis issued an Executive Order suspending District 5 City Commissioner Regina I. Hill from office.According to the Orlando City Charter, Mayor Dyer is obligated to call for a Special Election to temporarily fill the vacant District 5 Orlando City Commission seat. The newly elected official will serve until the resolution of Hill's criminal case or the end of the term.District 5 residents...
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and City Commissioners will be hosting the City of Orlando’s Hispanic Office for Local Assistance (HOLA) 20th Anniversary Celebration on Thursday, April 4, 2024. The event aims to honor the impactful work of HOLA in assisting residents like Itsia Delgado and her family in times of need.Itsia Delgado, a city resident and HOLA client, shared her gratitude by expressing, "HOLA is part of my family now."Since its establishment in 2004, HOLA has been a vital resource center, offering bilingual and culturally competent services to over 200,000...
The City Council of Orlando held a meeting on April 1, 2024, to discuss various updates and initiatives within the city.District 5 Councilmember stated, "As a city, our focus is on ensuring the residents of District 5 are appropriately served and represented." The council is working towards holding a special election on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, to temporarily fill the District 5 City Commission seat. To facilitate this special election, several city processes and procedures need approval from the Orlando City Council. A special City Council Meeting is scheduled for Monday,...
There were 42 companies in cities associated with Orange County that received 44 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, alongside local youth and business owners, is actively involved in the City’s Summer Youth Employment Program. The initiative aims to inspire young professionals and cultivate growth for a thriving local workforce at no cost to businesses.Eric McIntosh, a former participant in the program who now owns Sweetie’s Ice Cream, shared how the Youth Employment Program helped him develop his skills and build his business. He expressed his enthusiasm for giving back to the community by providing on-the-job experience and opportunities for young residents....
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, along with City Commissioners, State Senator Geraldine Thompson, State Representative Bruce Antone, State Representative Rita Harris, and Orlando Police Chief Eric D. Smith will be participating in the unveiling of a new roadway sign to honor the late Orlando Police Officer Kevin Valencia. The dedication ceremony will also be attended by Officer Valencia's family.The event, scheduled for Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at 10:30 a.m., will take place at 5401 South Kirkman Road. This location holds special significance as The 2023 Florida Legislature...
Orlando Mayor or spokesperson shared, "Together, we’ve transformed Orlando from a place that was packed with potential into a city that is realizing its potential." The statement reflects the city's progress and development over the years.The same source mentioned, "For most of Orlando’s history we’ve been the place everyone wants to visit. Today, Orlando is also the place where everyone wants to live and do business." This highlights Orlando's evolution from a tourist destination to a thriving residential and business hub.According to the official, "List after list has...