Orange County Government

Orange County is preparing for future growth in a smart and sustainable way with Vision 2050. ✔ Protect rural places & natural spaces ✔ Preserve established neighborhoods ✔ Support affordable housing options ✔ Promote walkable communities Learn more at bit.ly/3WRSfji

“We don’t want to send anyone home that doesn’t have electricity or water, or if they have wind or water damage,” said Steve Harrison. Meet the dedicated team of Orange County employees who pivot to help our most vulnerable residents safely return home in the aftermath of a storm.

Converting septic systems to sewer is something to get excited about, especially for this Orange County resident! Mikey, a 19-year-old with autism, has been fascinated by the hard-working septic to sewer construction crews in his neighborhood, so the crew decided to celebrate him as an honorary member of the team. Mikey was given his own hard hat and shirt during the luncheon outside of his house. We're looking forward to a brighter future for Wekiwa Springs through this septic tank retrofit project and are glad for moments like this along the way.

SANDBAG UPDATE: Orange County will re-open its free self-service sandbag program at select parks tomorrow, Sunday, Aug. 4, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., weather permitting. 🌀Downey Park: 10107 Flowers Avenue, Orlando, FL 32825 🌀Meadow Woods Rec: 1751 Rhode Island Woods Circle, Orlando, FL 32824 🌀Bithlo Community Park: 18501 Washington Avenue, Orlando, FL 32820 🌀West Orange Rec: 309 S West Crown Point Road, Winter Garden, FL 34787 🌀Clarcona Horse Park: 3535 Damon Road, Apopka, FL 32703 Find a location near you: bit.ly/3LRIrje More info: bit.ly/3yMUiJJ ----- ACTUALIZACIÓN SOBRE BOLSAS DE ARENA: El condado de Orange reabrirá su programa gratuito de bolsas de arena de autoservicio en parques selectos mañana, domingo 4 de agosto, de 9 a.m. a 12 p.m., si el clima lo permite. 🌀Downey Park: 10107 Flowers Avenue, Orlando, FL 32825 🌀Meadow Woods Rec: 1751 Rhode Island Woods Circle, Orlando, FL 32824 🌀Bithlo Community Park: 18501 Washington Avenue, Orlando, FL 32820 🌀West Orange Rec: 309 S West Crown Point Road, Winter Garden, FL 34787 🌀Clarcona Horse Park: 3535 Damon Road, Apopka, FL 32703 Encuentre una ubicación cerca de usted: bit.ly/3LRIrje Más información: ocfl.net/tormentas

🍊💪 Making sure our community is prepared! More than 3,800 sandbags have been distributed across five Orange County Parks locations today and there's still time to grab yours. The following self-serve sandbag stations remain open Saturday, August 3 through 5 p.m. 📍 Downey Park: 10107 Flowers Avenue, Orlando, FL 32825 📍 Meadow Woods Rec: 1751 Rhode Island Woods Circle, Orlando, FL 32824 📍 Bithlo Community Park: 18501 Washington Avenue, Orlando, FL 32820 📍 West Orange Rec: 309 S West Crown Point Road, Winter Garden, FL 34787 📍 Clarcona Horse Park: 3535 Damon Road, Apopka, FL 32703 Find a location near you: bit.ly/3LRIrje More info: bit.ly/3yMUiJJ

Orange County's Office of Emergency Management is monitoring storm conditions. In preparation for heavy rain, the county will open its free self-service sandbag program at select parks. Sites will operate Saturday, Aug. 3, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, Aug. 4, weather permitting. 🌀Downey Park: 10107 Flowers Avenue, Orlando, FL 32825 🌀Meadow Woods Rec: 1751 Rhode Island Woods Circle, Orlando, FL 32824 🌀Bithlo Community Park: 18501 Washington Avenue, Orlando, FL 32820 🌀West Orange Rec: 309 S West Crown Point Road, Winter Garden, FL 34787 🌀Clarcona Horse Park: 3535 Damon Road, Apopka, FL 32703 Find a location near you: bit.ly/3LRIrje More info: bit.ly/3yMUiJJ ----- La Oficina de Manejo de Emergencias del Gobierno del Condado de Orange está monitoreando las condiciones de la tormenta. En preparación ante la llegada de fuertes lluvias, el condado abrirá su programa gratuito de sacos de arena por autoservicio en parques selectos. Las ubicaciones operarán el sábado 3 de agosto de 9 a. m. a 5 p. m. y el domingo 4 de agosto, si el clima lo permite. 🌀Downey Park: 10107 Flowers Avenue, Orlando, FL 32825 🌀Meadow Woods Rec: 1751 Rhode Island Woods Circle, Orlando, FL 32824 🌀Bithlo Community Park: 18501 Washington Avenue, Orlando, FL 32820 🌀West Orange Rec: 309 S West Crown Point Road, Winter Garden, FL 34787 🌀Clarcona Horse Park: 3535 Damon Road, Apopka, FL 32703 Encuentre una ubicación cerca de usted: bit.ly/3LRIrje Más información: bit.ly/3SzTfGj

Let's hear it for Devonya Mills, a true Parks & Rec professional! Devonya got her start in 2004 as a Recreation Specialist and currently serves as a Site Supervisor II at Orlo Vista Park. During her 20-year career, she has earned a certification as a Parks and Recreation Professional, helped raise scholarships for underprivileged youth and has been awarded the Junior NBA/WNBA Coach of the Year award. Thank you, Devonya, for two decades of service to Orange County!

🛑 Prioritizing safety in the Lake Hart and Lake Whippoorwhil areas! A new 4-way stop installed by Orange County Public Works aims to reduce cut-through traffic from Narcoossee Road. Thanks to the Accelerated Transportation Safety Program, even more safety improvements are coming. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/3WudYfH

Want to learn more about how we are preparing for future growth in a smart and sustainable way? Check out this month's Vision 2050 webinar now available on demand. 👇

As a provider of essential services to a large, rapidly expanding community, Orange County Utilities is always looking for service-driven individuals to join our team. Whether you're starting or advancing your career, we'd love to see you grow with us. Learn more at www.ocfl.net/UtilitiesJobs.