Summit Brings Together Neighborhood and Community Leaders Last updated on March 10, 2020 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer’s 15th Annual Neighborhood & Community Summit Brings Together Neighborhood and Community Leaders Tagged as: , Media Releases
21st Annual MLK Youth Humanitarian Awards Last updated on March 03, 2020 City of Orlando Mayor’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission 21st Annual MLK Youth Humanitarian Awards Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando Pilots After-school Tennis Programs with NLC, USTA Last updated on February 24, 2020 City of Orlando Pilots After-school Tennis Programs with NLC, USTA Tagged as: , Media Releases
New Senior Center Plaque to Honor Life of L. Claudia Allen Last updated on February 24, 2020 New Senior Center Plaque to Honor Life of L. Claudia Allen Tagged as: , Media Releases
Ring in the Holidays at the City of Orlando’s Annual Tree Lighting Last updated on December 05, 2019 Ring in the Holidays at the City of Orlando’s Annual Tree Lighting Celebration Tagged as: , Media Releases
Mayor Dyer Joins New Climate Mayors Steering Committee Last updated on December 03, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Joins New Climate Mayors Steering Committee to Guide Citywide Climate Action Across the Nation. Committee will serve to galvanize U.S. climate leadership at the local level among 400+ network members. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Orlando’s New Fire Chief Sworn in at Change of Command Ceremony Last updated on December 02, 2019 Orlando’s New Fire Chief Sworn in at Change of Command Ceremony Tagged as: , Media Releases
Give the Gift of Green on #GivingTuesday Last updated on November 25, 2019 Get Tickets Today for Orlando’s 7th Annual Recycled Fashion Show, Trash 2 Trends Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando Run-Off Election - City Commissioner District 6 Last updated on November 20, 2019 City of Orlando Run-Off Election - City Commissioner District 6 Tagged as: , Media Releases
Jack Kazanzas Star Installation in Downtown Last updated on November 19, 2019 Jack Kazanzas Star Installation in Downtown Orlando Marks Start of Holiday Season Tagged as: , Media Releases
Orlando Obtains Highest Score on Municipal Equality Index Last updated on November 19, 2019 The Human Rights Campaign released its annual Municipal Equality Index (MEI) on Tuesday and the City of Orlando has obtained the highest score of 100 for the sixth-consecutive year. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Join the City of Orlando for the Holidays Last updated on November 18, 2019 There is no more festive time of the year to experience the City of Orlando than the holiday season. Throughout November and December, the city is offering free, family-friendly holiday events and activities for residents and visitors of all ages to enjoy, furthering the City of Orlando’s continued commitment to providing a wide variety of amenities and entertainment for everyone. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando’s Downtown Development Board Recognized Last updated on November 11, 2019 IDA Presents Downtown Achievement Awards Recognizing Excellence in Urban Place Management Tagged as: , Media Releases
City Now Accepting Applications for the 2020 Mayor’s City Academy Last updated on November 10, 2019 The City of Orlando is Now Accepting Applications for the 2020 Mayor’s City Academy Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando 20th Annual Veterans Day Parade Last updated on November 08, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, City Commissioners and the Community to Honor Veterans at the 20th Annual Veterans Day Parade Tagged as: , Media Releases
WEEKEND WATCH: Transportation Advice for Downtown Orlando this Weekend Last updated on November 07, 2019 WEEKEND WATCH: Transportation Advice for Residents of and Visitors to Downtown Orlando this Weekend – Friday, November 8 to Sunday, November 10, 2019 Tagged as: , Media Releases
Parramore Oaks Grand Opening Last updated on October 29, 2019 City of Orlando continues to add affordable housing for residents through Parramore Oaks Tagged as: , Media Releases
Orlando Certified at AARP Age-Friendly Community Last updated on October 28, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Announces City's Certification as an AARP Age-Friendly Community Tagged as: , Media Releases
AARP to Recognize City of Orlando as Age-Friendly Community Last updated on October 25, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and the Mayor’s Committee on Livability and Healthy Aging launch comprehensive community survey to assess Orlando’s age-friendliness. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Central Florida Residents Will Pedal to Work for Bike to Work Day Last updated on October 22, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Central Florida Residents Will Pedal to Work for Bike to Work Day and to Support Mobility Week Tagged as: , Media Releases
Leaders to Announce Grant Funding Toward the new Blueprint 2.0 Program Last updated on October 22, 2019 Wells Fargo, City of Orlando Leaders to Announce Grant Funding Toward the new Blueprint 2.0 ProgramFunding will help further new jobs program, connect more Parramore residents with employment opportunities Tagged as: , Media Releases
Local Leaders Take a Stand against Domestic Violence Last updated on October 07, 2019 Community and Law Enforcement Leaders Take a Stand Against Domestic Violence Tagged as: , Media Releases
Mayor Dyer to Deliver 2019 Annual State of Downtown Address Last updated on October 01, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Celebrates the Downtown Community and Looks to the Future with Annual State of Downtown Address Tagged as: , Media Releases
Benjamin M. Barksdale, Jr. Appointed as Orlando Fire Chief Last updated on September 26, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Announces Appointment of Benjamin M. Barksdale, Jr. as the New Chief of the Orlando Fire Department Tagged as: , Media Releases
Orlando Fire Department Chief Announcement Last updated on September 25, 2019 Mayor Buddy Dyer Announces Appointment of New Orlando Fire Department Chief Tagged as: , Media Releases
Willows Park Ribbon Cutting Media Alert Last updated on September 24, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 5 City Commissioner Regina Hill Re-Open Willows Park Tagged as: , Media Releases
Dyer Celebrates Downtown Orlando as the 360-Degree Center of Florida Last updated on September 24, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Celebrates Downtown Orlando as the 360-Degree Center of Florida and Announces Major Headquarter Relocation that will put the Creative in Creative Village. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Fifth Annual Orlando Youth Empowerment Summit Last updated on September 24, 2019 Fifth Annual Orlando Youth Empowerment Summit Continues to Impact Lives of LGBTQ+ Youth and Families Tagged as: , Media Releases
Future-Ready City Master Plan Community Meeting Series Last updated on September 24, 2019 City of Orlando Hosts Future-Ready City Master Plan Community Meeting Series Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hurricane Dorian Update #6 Last updated on September 04, 2019 Updates to Key Information for Residents Following Hurricane Dorian: September 4, 2019 Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hurricane Dorian Update #5 Last updated on September 03, 2019 City of Orlando Emergency Operation Center to Activate at 2 p.m. Today, Tuesday, September 3, 2019 Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hurricane Dorian Update #4 Last updated on September 02, 2019 Updates to Key Information for Residents Ahead of Hurricane Dorian: September 2, 2019 Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hurricane Dorian Update #3 Last updated on September 01, 2019 Key Information for Residents to Prepare for Hurricane Dorian: September 1, 2019 Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hurricane Dorian Update #2 Last updated on August 30, 2019 City of Orlando Facilities Closing Tuesday, September 3, 2019, Due to Hurricane Dorian. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hurricane Dorian Update #1 Last updated on August 28, 2019 City of Orlando Monitoring Hurricane Dorian and Encourages Citizens, Businesses to Prepare Tagged as: , Media Releases
Upcoming Transportation Impacts in Downtown Orlando Last updated on August 22, 2019 The City of Orlando prepares for a busy event weekend and the opening of the UCF Downtown and Valencia College Downtown campus. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Media Availability: City of Orlando Provides Transportation Briefing Last updated on August 21, 2019 The City of Orlando provides transportation briefing on upcoming traffic impacts in downtown Orlando. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Ribbon Cutting for the Newly Renovated Constitution Green Last updated on August 12, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 4 City Commissioner Patty Sheehan will join the community to re-open the newly improved Constitution Green Park. Tagged as: , Environment, Events & Activities
Mayor Works Along Parking Staff to Install First Meterless Parking Last updated on August 02, 2019 On Monday, City of Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will highlight this new parking option and “work-along” with staff from the city’s Transportation and Parking Division to install new signage for the program. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Mayor Convenes First Meeting of the Committee on Multicultural Affairs Last updated on July 31, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer convened the inaugural meeting of his Committee on Multicultural Affairs. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture
Mayor Dyer Joins Volunteers to Stuff Backpacks for Students in Need Last updated on July 23, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will join volunteers with a Gift for Teaching, Fifth Third Bank and other sponsors to stuff 500 backpacks for at risk youth. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Orlando and Valencia College Launch New Accelerated Skills Training Last updated on July 23, 2019 District 5 City Commissioner Regina I. Hill and Valencia College announce first two training programs near new downtown campus. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
City of Orlando Conducts Fiscal Year 2019/2020 Budget Work Sessions Last updated on July 18, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and the Orlando City Council will hold a workshop and two public hearings to determine the millage rate and budget for Fiscal Year 2019/2020. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Grand Opening for Discover Downtown Last updated on July 08, 2019 On Wednesday, July 10, Discover Downtown – the completely re-imagined and newly renovated downtown Orlando information center, will hold a grand opening event from noon – 5 p.m. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Heroes Community Park in Lake Nona Last updated on July 08, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 1 City Commissioner Jim Gray will join residents and Tavistock Development Company leaders for the official ribbon cutting of Heroes Community Park. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
City of Orlando Issues Call for Artists Last updated on July 03, 2019 The City of Orlando is seeking local artists to display their artwork in the Terrace Gallery at City Hall for the month of September in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Invites Central Florida to Celebrate July 4th Last updated on July 01, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer invites Central Florida residents and visitors to celebrate the July 4th holiday at Lake Eola Park in Downtown Orlando for the 42nd annual Fireworks at the Fountain event. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
The City of Orlando Wages War Against Invasive Plant Last updated on June 26, 2019 This Friday the Orlando Parks Division is welcoming some winged wonders to their work force. Tagged as: , Environment
Mayor Buddy Dyer Celebrates Community Achievements Last updated on June 24, 2019 Today, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer delivered his annual State of the City address, highlighting the community’s recent accomplishments and continued drive to be America’s premier “Future-Ready” city. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy, Community Safety, Environment, Events & Activities
The Lake Eola Love Story Continues Last updated on June 24, 2019 Orlando’s two most eligible bachelors are heading into open water to meet their Birchelorette, Queenie. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Celebrates the Community Last updated on June 21, 2019 On Monday, June 24, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will join the Central Florida community to deliver his 2019 State of the City Address and share the city’s recent accomplishments, announce future initiatives and highlight Orlando’s drive to be a “Future-Ready” city. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities
LIVE SHOT – VIDEO – PHOTO OPPORTUNITY: MONDAY, JUNE 17 Last updated on June 17, 2019 To assist in coverage of the second transportation update released Friday, June 14, the City of Orlando, in partnership with Lanier Parking, will offer an additional visual opportunity for media to conduct live shots and collect aerial photo and video from the rooftop of the City Commons Parking Garage. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Events & Activities
LIVE SHOT – VIDEO – PHOTO – OPPORTUNITY: TUESDAY, JUNE 18 Last updated on June 17, 2019 To assist in coverage of tomorrow’s Presidential visit, the City of Orlando, will offer an additional visual opportunity for media to conduct live shots and collect photo and video of City of Orlando traffic engineering staff as they put barriers and equipment in place for road closures in advance of Tuesday’s event. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities
Update #3 – Update for Presidential Event on Tuesday, June 18th Last updated on June 17, 2019 Today, the City of Orlando, together with federal, state and local partners, released several more details related to expected impacts to the Downtown area for the Presidential event on Tuesday, June 18th. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Events & Activities
City of Orlando to Hold Press Briefing at 1:30 p.m. Today Last updated on June 17, 2019 City of Orlando Transportation Director Billy Hattaway, Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolón and Orlando Fire Interim Chief Rich Wales will hold a press briefing today, Monday, June 17 at 1:30 p.m. to brief the media on the City of Orlando’s efforts in preparing for the Presidential visit on Tuesday, June 18. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Events & Activities
Update #2- Transportation Update for Presidential Event Last updated on June 14, 2019 Today, the City of Orlando, together with federal, state and local partners, have finalized several details related to the management of traffic on Tuesday, June 18th in downtown Orlando. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Events & Activities
Update #1- City of Orlando Provided Transportation Briefing in Advance Last updated on June 07, 2019 Today, the City of Orlando, together with federal, state and local partners, have finalized several details related to the management of traffic on Tuesday, June 18th in downtown Orlando. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Events & Activities
Media Availability: City of Orlando Provides Transportation Briefing Last updated on June 06, 2019 The City of Orlando is actively working on a detailed traffic management plan that includes specific road closures, recommended routes of travel in and out of downtown Orlando, parking garage information and more. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities
Lake Eola Love Story: Local Residents and Leaders Help Lake Eola Swan Last updated on May 29, 2019 The City of Orlando will introduce two new Black-necked male swans to the park in the hopes one of them becomes a companion for Queenie, the lone female Black-necked swan currently at the park with no mating partner. Tagged as: , Environment, Events & Activities
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer to Deliver Annual State of the City Address Last updated on May 22, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer invites the Central Florida community to his 2019 State of the City Address on Monday, June 24, 2019 at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities
Expanded Downtown Orlando Information Center Set to Reopen Last updated on May 16, 2019 In advance of the May 20th “soft” opening of the newly renovated Downtown Orlando Information Center, media can get an exclusive, sneak peek of the expanded and upgraded space this Friday, May 17th at 11:15 a.m. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy, Events & Activities
City of Orlando Launches Food Waste Collection Program Last updated on May 07, 2019 Have you ever thought about how much of your trash is food waste? It is estimated that approximately 24 pounds of food waste goes into Central Florida landfills every second and the City of Orlando wants to put all that waste to work. Tagged as: , Environment
Patient Care Assistant Training Program Kick-Off Last updated on May 06, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 5 City Commissioner Regina I. Hill will join students for the launch of a new Patient Care Assistant healthcare occupation training program. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy, Health & Lifestyle
Planning Division Manager Dean Grandin Retires After 20 Years Last updated on April 30, 2019 The City of Orlando is preparing to say goodbye to longtime Planning Division Manager Dean Grandin after 20 years of dedicated service in shaping Orlando into the city it is today. Grandin’s last day in the office is this Friday, May 3, 2019. Tagged as: , Announcements
City of Orlando Puts More Officers out in the Community Last updated on April 23, 2019 Today, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, City Commissioners and Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolón announced the creative and innovative way that the department is restructuring the organization in an effort to bolster public safety and fight crime in the City of Orlando. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Submit Photos for the 2020 City of Orlando Historic Preservation Board Last updated on April 18, 2019 The City of Orlando’s Historic Preservation Board is seeking photographs capturing the beauty of Orlando’s historic structures that contain the quintessential Florida architectural style of the Mediterranean Revival. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture
City of Orlando Officials Ask Public to “Get Over It” Last updated on April 15, 2019 Join Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, City Commissioners, Florida Department of Transportation District 5 Secretary Mike Shannon, Bike/Walk Central Florida representatives and members of the local community to celebrate the official opening of the Colonial Drive Overpass. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Mayor Buddy Dyer to Recognize Miss International Queen Pageant Winner Last updated on April 11, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 4 City Commissioner Patty Sheehan will be joined by other community leaders and members of Orlando’s LGBTQ+ community to present a proclamation to Jazell Barbie Royale, the first Black person to win Miss International Queen, an international beauty pageant for Transgender women. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Mayor Buddy Dyer to Announce New Jobs for City of Orlando Youth Last updated on April 08, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, Orlando City Commissioners and partners from the Gap Foundation, American Hotel and Lodging Association and CareerSource Central Florida to announce an unprecedented expansion of the city’s youth employment programs. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Civil Rights Advocates at Second Annual Civil Rights Award Ceremony Last updated on April 05, 2019 As part of the City of Orlando’s commitment to inclusion and diversity Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Orlando City Commissioners joined with the community last night to celebrate the Second Annual Civil Rights Awards Ceremony. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
LGBTQ+ Business Inclusion Resolution Last updated on April 02, 2019 Today, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 4 City Commissioner Patty Sheehan announced a resolution for the inclusion of LGBTQ+ owned businesses certified by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) in contracting and procurement opportunities with the city. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Celebrate the 15th Anniversary of HOLA Last updated on March 28, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and City Commissioners will join our Hispanic and multicultural community leaders and partners to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the City of Orlando’s Hispanic Office for Local Assistance (HOLA.) Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Getting a Ride in Downtown Orlando to Get Easier Last updated on March 21, 2019 To further support downtown’s vibrant nighttime economy, the City of Orlando will launch a Rideshare Hub pilot program this spring aimed at enhancing the downtown experience and improving traffic and safety in the area. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Community Safety, Health & Lifestyle
Mayor Buddy Dyer Hosted 14th Annual Neighborhood & Community Summit Last updated on March 04, 2019 This past Saturday Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer joined close to 350 Orlando residents for the 14th Annual Neighborhood & Community Summit. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
“Meet Your Chief” Events Last updated on February 27, 2019 To strengthen the partnership with Orlando Police Department and the citizens of Orlando, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, City Commissioners and new Orlando Police Department Chief Orlando Rolón will host six “Meet Your Chief” events citywide. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Events & Activities
Mayor Buddy Dyer to Put City’s First Electric Work Truck to the Test Last updated on February 19, 2019 The City of Orlando continues to move closer to its goal of running city fleet vehicles on 100% renewable sources by 2030 with the arrival of the city’s first all-electric Orange EV Class A work truck and expansion of the city’s TECO Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Timed Fuel Station. Tagged as: , Environment
The City of Orlando Celebrates Black History Month Last updated on February 07, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and City Commissioners invite the community to join them in celebrating the contributions and positive influence of African Americans in the Central Florida community at the city’s annual Black History Month reception. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities
Traffic Notice – Full Closure of West Colonial Drive Last updated on January 31, 2019 West Colonial Drive will be closed in both directions for two consecutive nights beginning Friday, Feb. 1 and ending Sunday, Feb. 3. Tagged as: , Announcements, Improvement Works
Transportation Advice for Visitors this Sunday, January 27, 2019 Last updated on January 26, 2019 This Sunday, January 27, 2019, in addition to downtown’s regular active and vibrant scene, several large-scale events are planned and additional road closures will be implemented. Tagged as: , Announcements
Local Martin Luther King, Jr. Events Last updated on January 08, 2019 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and the Mayor’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission are proud to announce a variety of events to commemorate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. throughout the month of January. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities