Mayor’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission 2023 Commemoration Last updated on December 27, 2022 The Commission is a volunteer organization that includes business and community representatives appointed by Mayor Dyer to raise funds, produce programs and coordinate events that promote the celebration of Dr. King’s legacy of service, equality, justice, freedom, peace, respect and inclusion for all. Tagged as: , Media Releases
2022 State of Downtown Highlights Reinvention and Resilience Last updated on December 07, 2022 Mayor Dyer declares Orlando is the MetaCenter of the metaverse and lures tech professionals in speech Tagged as: , Media Releases
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer's 2022 State of Downtown Annual Address Last updated on December 06, 2022 In a Mayoral First, Dyer Will Conduct the Address Both In-person at Luminary Green Park and Virtually in the Metaverse Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando’s Annual Tree Lighting Celebration Last updated on December 01, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer invites the community to ring in the holiday season at the City of Orlando’s annual Tree Lighting Celebration on Friday, December 2, 2022. Tagged as: , Media Releases
The City of Orlando Receives Highest Score on Municipal Equality Index Last updated on November 30, 2022 The efforts to make The City Beautiful a more inclusive, equitable community have been recognized, as the Human Rights Campaign released its annual Municipal Equality Index (MEI) and the City of Orlando obtained the highest score of 100 for the ninth-consecutive year. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Mayor Dyer Appoints New Sustainability and Resilience Director Last updated on November 30, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer has appointed Michael Hess as the Sustainability and Resilience Director for the City of Orlando. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Breaks Ground on Fire Station 11 Last updated on November 22, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, District 2 City Commissioner Tony Ortiz and Orlando Fire Chief Charlie Salazar invite the Dover Shores community to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Orlando Fire Department Station 11, “The Beast of the East.” Tagged as: , Media Releases
Celebrate the Season with the City of Orlando Last updated on November 17, 2022 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 family-friendly holiday events and activities for residents and visitors of all ages to enjoy, furthering the City’s continued commitment to providing a wide variety of entertainment and festivities for everyone. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Jack Kazanzas Star Installation in Downtown Orlando Last updated on November 17, 2022 The more than 50-year tradition of raising the 600-pound golden star started in the 1950s. Since then, the Star has come to symbolize the start of the holiday season in Orlando. Tagged as: , Media Releases
2022 State of Downtown Address Last updated on November 15, 2022 On Wednesday, December 7, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will hold his 2022 State of the Downtown Address at Luminary Green Park. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Swan Round-Up Time! Lake Eola Swans Receive their Annual Checkup Last updated on November 11, 2022 The Swan Round-Up takes place each year where specially-trained volunteers corral the swans at the west end of the park where a temporary clinic is set up to weigh, inoculate and check each of them by a veterinarian. Tagged as: , Media Releases
23rd Annual Veterans Day Parade Last updated on November 11, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and his Veterans Advisory Council will honor the courageous men and women of the armed forces at the 23rd annual City of Orlando Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, November 12, 2022, in Downtown Orlando. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando – Tropical Storm Nicole Update #6 Last updated on November 10, 2022 At 6 p.m. Wednesday, the City of Orlando activated the Emergency Operations Center to a Level 1 “full activation” for Hurricane Nicole. Effective immediately, all press inquiries must be sent directly to the Press Desk at the Emergency Operations Center. Additionally, effective immediately, all press updates and advisories will come from the Press Desk at the Emergency Operations Center. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando – Hurricane Nicole Update #5 Last updated on November 09, 2022 At 6 p.m. today, the City of Orlando activated the Emergency Operations Center to a Level 1 “full activation” for Hurricane Nicole. Effective immediately, all press inquiries must be sent directly to the Press Desk at the Emergency Operations Center. Additionally, effective immediately, all press updates and advisories will come from the Press Desk at the Emergency Operations Center. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando Tropical Storm Nicole – Update #4 Last updated on November 09, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will update the community on the emergency response to Tropical Storm Nicole at a press conference at 3 p.m. today. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando Tropical Storm Nicole – Update #3 Last updated on November 08, 2022 The city continues to monitor Tropical Storm Nicole’s track and take precautionary measures for any potential impacts from the storm. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Subtropical Storm Nicole – Update #2 Last updated on November 08, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will provide an update to media on the City of Orlando’s latest efforts to prepare for the storm. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando Subtropical Storm Nicole – Update #1 Last updated on November 07, 2022 Mayor Dyer Encourages Citizens, Businesses to Prepare Updates on Sandbag Distribution, City Operations and Call for Water Conservation Tagged as: , Media Releases
Don't Let Your Election Signs go to Waste Last updated on November 04, 2022 City of Orlando Encourages Residents to Recycle Election Signs into Clean Energy Source Tagged as: , Media Releases
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Casts His Ballot During Early Voting Last updated on October 31, 2022 Mayor Dyer encourages residents to join him Thursday and get out to vote as the polls are currently open at 20 voting centers across Orange County where residents can vote at any early voting location. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Paves the Way on Downtown Loop Multi-Use Path Last updated on October 31, 2022 The completion of this piece will help pave the way to the full completion of the 8.5-mile Downtown Loop project, which will provide residents with a convenient alternative transportation option through the downtown core and more than a dozen surrounding neighborhoods Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hurricane Ian Update #9 Last updated on October 03, 2022 Updates on water usage advisory. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Water Usage Advisory Due to Sanitary Sewer Damage Last updated on October 02, 2022 Due to sanitary sewer damage from the Hurricane Ian, please severely limit water use in your home - laundry, dishwashing, showers, irrigation, etc. until further notice. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hurricane Ian Update #7 Last updated on October 01, 2022 Updates on flooding, city operations and resources for residents and businesses. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hurricane Ian Update #6 Last updated on September 30, 2022 Updates on flooding, city operations and resources for residents and businesses. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hurricane Ian – Update #4 Last updated on September 29, 2022 City urges residents to stay off roadways. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hurricane Ian – Update #3 Last updated on September 28, 2022 Press Desk Activated at the City of Orlando Emergency Operations Center . Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hurricane Ian Update 1 Last updated on September 26, 2022 The City of Orlando’s Emergency Operations Center continues to monitor the storm and city departments are continuing to take precautionary measures for any potential impacts from hurricane Ian. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hurricane Ian – Update #2 Last updated on September 23, 2022 Updates on city closures, service suspensions, parking garage availability. Tagged as: , Media Releases
New Downtown Action Plan Last updated on September 23, 2022 New Downtown Plan Charts Actionable Efforts that will Transform Downtown to Ensure a Thriving City Center Tagged as: , Media Releases
16th Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Last updated on September 23, 2022 The City of Orlando is proud to dedicate this month to Hispanic and Latino heritage and recognize the achievements of Hispanic champions who have inspired others with their advocacy. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Orlando Connect Launches to Further Reduce Crime and Enhance Safety Last updated on September 08, 2022 Orlando Connect Builds on Community Collaborations and Future-Ready Efforts to Create a Safer, More Connected City Tagged as: , Media Releases
Celebrate the Completion of the SoDo Urban Trail Extension Last updated on August 31, 2022 Extension further improves mobility and connectivity in the SoDo Main Street District Tagged as: , Media Releases
Luminary Green Park at Creative Village Opening Last updated on August 29, 2022 Signature Park Features Unique Gathering Space and Honors Outstanding Contributions to the Parramore-Holden Community Tagged as: , Media Releases
A Century of Learning at Callahan Last updated on August 25, 2022 Building has Served the Community as a Trailblazing High School, an Elementary School and Neighborhood Center Tagged as: , Media Releases
Don't Let Your Election Signs go to Waste Last updated on August 23, 2022 City of Orlando Encourages Residents to Recycle Election Signs and Stands to be Turned into Clean Energy Source Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando’s New Chief of Police to be Sworn In at the Change of Last updated on August 23, 2022 The Change of Command marks a pivotal moment in Orlando’s history, as Chief Eric D. Smith, is sworn in as the 40th City of Orlando Police Chief. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando Requests Input on Resilience Plan Last updated on August 05, 2022 Community Input on New Resilience Plan Will Better Position Recovery After Disasters, Emergencies and Adversity Tagged as: , Media Releases
Local Youth Athlete Decides on Athletic Scholarship Dream College Last updated on July 28, 2022 District 2 City Commissioner Tony Ortiz will be ready to cheer on Boone High School football player, Aiden Mizell, as he announces his choice of college placement. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Corrine Drive Work-Along for Pedestrian Safety Last updated on July 28, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 3 City Commissioner Robert F. Stuart will work-along with city workers and contractors to help finish construction of the latest pedestrian safety improvement project in Orlando. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Orlando’s New Fire Chief Sworn in at Change of Command Ceremony Last updated on July 25, 2022 This marks a pivotal moment in Orlando’s history as Fire Chief Charlie Salazar will be sworn in as the 21st Orlando Fire Chief. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Orlando Kicks off Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Budget Process at City Council Last updated on July 15, 2022 The City of Orlando will begin its FY 22/23 budget process with a work session on Monday, July 18th. Tagged as: , Media Releases
My Brother’s Keeper Student Poetry Performance Last updated on July 14, 2022 City Commissioners and City of Orlando Poet Laureate Join My Brother’s Keeper students for a Poetry Performance Tagged as: , Media Releases
45th Annual Fireworks at the Fountain Event Last updated on June 30, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Invites Residents to Celebrate July 4th at Lake Eola Park for 45th Annual Fireworks at the Fountain Event Tagged as: , Media Releases
Deadline for Rental Assistance is Friday, July 1, 2022 Last updated on June 29, 2022 Deadline to Apply for Funding through the City of Orlando’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program is Friday, July 1, 2022 Tagged as: , Media Releases
Submit Art for Hispanic Heritage Month Display Last updated on June 28, 2022 CALL FOR ARTISTS: Submit Art for Hispanic Heritage Month Display at Orlando City Hall Tagged as: , Media Releases
New Accessible Basketball Hoops Last updated on June 23, 2022 The City of Orlando Unveiled New Accessible Basketball Hoops at the Dr. James R. Smith Neighborhood Center Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando is Accepting Applications for the 2022 Mayor’s Academy Last updated on June 23, 2022 The City of Orlando is Now Accepting Applications for the 2022 Mayor’s City Academy Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando Increases Art in Downtown Orlando Last updated on June 22, 2022 City of Orlando Increases Art in Downtown Orlando with Reveal of Solidarity Sculpture Tagged as: , Media Releases
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Appoints New Public Works Director Last updated on June 22, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Appoints New Public Works Director for the City of Orlando Tagged as: , Media Releases
Inaugural Juneteenth Celebration Festival Last updated on June 17, 2022 The City of Orlando, District 5 City Commissioner Regina I. Hill, & District 6 City Commissioner Bakari F. Burns Join the Community at the Inaugural Juneteenth Celebration Festival Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando’s Civil Rights Wall of Fame Unveiled at City Hall Last updated on June 16, 2022 City Commissioners Unveil the City of Orlando’s Civil Rights Wall of Fame at City Hall Tagged as: , Media Releases
Grand Opening of the RISE Employment & Training Program Office Last updated on May 31, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and City Commissioners Celebrate the Grand Opening of the RISE Employment & Training Program Office in Partnership with CareerSource Central Florida Tagged as: , Media Releases
Memorial Day Commemoration Ceremony at Greenwood Cemetery Last updated on May 26, 2022 City of Orlando Invites Community to Honor Veterans at Memorial Day Commemoration Ceremony at Greenwood Cemetery Tagged as: , Media Releases
Submit Photos for the 2023 City of Orlando Historic Preservation Board Last updated on May 13, 2022 Seeking Photographers: Submit Photos for the 2023 City of Orlando Historic Preservation Board Calendar Tagged as: , Media Releases
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer to Appoint Eric Smith as New Police Chief Last updated on May 09, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer to Appoint Eric Smith as New Police Chief Tagged as: , Media Releases
Mayor Dyer to Announce Orlando Police Department Leadership Change Last updated on May 09, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer to Announce Orlando Police Department Leadership Change Tagged as: , Media Releases
Demolition Prepares Way for More Green Space at Lake Eola Park Last updated on April 29, 2022 Demolition Prepares Way for More Green Space at Lake Eola Park in Downtown Orlando Tagged as: , Media Releases
Bring Kindness to the Table Project Unveil Last updated on April 22, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 4 City Commissioner Patty Sheehan Unveil Bring Kindness to the Table Project and Kick off 49 Days of Acts of Love and Kindness Tagged as: , Media Releases
Celebrate Earth Day at the Earth Day Work Day Event Last updated on April 21, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Invites the Community to Celebrate Earth Day at the Earth Day Work Day Event Tagged as: , Media Releases
New Swan Boat Dock at Lake Eola Park Last updated on April 14, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 4 City Commissioner Patty Sheehan Unveil New Swan Boat Dock at Lake Eola Park Tagged as: , Media Releases
5th Annual City of Orlando Iftar Dinner Last updated on April 14, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, City Commissioners and Community Joined Together for the 5th Annual City of Orlando Iftar Dinner Tagged as: , Media Releases
Opening of Six New Pickleball Courts Last updated on April 12, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 2 City Commissioner Tony Ortiz Celebrate the Opening of Six New Pickleball Courts Tagged as: , Media Releases
Summer Youth Employment Program Expansion Last updated on April 11, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, District 5 City Commissioner Regina I. Hill to Announce Summer Youth Employment Program Expansion Tagged as: , Media Releases
17th Annual Neighborhood & Community Summit Last updated on April 05, 2022 City of Orlando Brings Together Neighborhood and Community Leaders at 17th Annual Neighborhood & Community Summit Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando Redistricting Advisory Board Holds District Community Last updated on April 05, 2022 City of Orlando Redistricting Advisory Board Holds District Community Meetings Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando Creates New Office of Constitutional Policing Last updated on April 04, 2022 City of Orlando Creates New Office of Constitutional Policing at the Orlando Police Department Tagged as: , Media Releases
Community Response Team Pilot Update Last updated on April 01, 2022 Community Response Team Pilot Update Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando’s 21st Bike to Work Day Last updated on March 24, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Joins Community for the City of Orlando’s 21st Bike to Work Day During Florida Bike Month this March Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando Hosts Job Fair on March 25 to Hire Public Works Roles Last updated on March 24, 2022 City of Orlando Hosts Job Fair on March 25 to Hire Public Works Positions Tagged as: , Media Releases
Mayor Dyer & Commissioner Hill Unveil Barrier Breakers Monument Last updated on March 23, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and District 5 City Commissioner Regina I. Hill Unveil Barrier Breakers Monument to Honor the First Interracial Little League Baseball Game in the South Tagged as: , Media Releases
WEEKEND WATCH: Transportation Advice for March 12, 2022 Last updated on March 10, 2022 WEEKEND WATCH: Transportation Advice for Visitors to Downtown Orlando, March 12, 2022 Tagged as: , Media Releases
Public Meeting on the Downtown Loop – Orlando's Multiuse Trail Last updated on March 09, 2022 City of Orlando Hosts Public Meeting on the Downtown Loop – Orlando's Multiuse Trail Tagged as: , Media Releases
Mayor Dyer Proclaims the Month of March as Women’s History Month Last updated on March 01, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Proclaims the Month of March as Women’s History Month Tagged as: , Media Releases
Redistricting Advisory Board Holds Public Meetings and Open Houses Last updated on February 28, 2022 City of Orlando Redistricting Advisory Board Holds Public Meetings and Open Houses Tagged as: , Media Releases
Early Bird Registration for City Neighborhood & Community Summit Last updated on February 25, 2022 Two Weeks Left for Early Bird Registration for City of Orlando Neighborhood and Community Summit Tagged as: , Media Releases
City Launchs RISE Employment & Training Program and Office Last updated on February 21, 2022 City of Orlando to Launch RISE Employment & Training Program and Office in Partnership with CareerSource Central Florida Tagged as: , Media Releases
Redistricting Advisory Board Holds Virtual Mapping Software Tutorial Last updated on February 15, 2022 City of Orlando Redistricting Advisory Board Holds Virtual Mapping Software Tutorial Tagged as: , Media Releases
City Unveils Tables of Connection in Prince Hall Park Last updated on February 09, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, District 6 Commissioner Bakari F. Burns and Police Chief Orlando Rolόn Unveil Tables of Connection in Prince Hall Park Tagged as: , Media Releases
Mayor Appoints Rosa Akhtarkhavari to Deputy Chief Financial Officer Last updated on February 09, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Appoints Rosa Akhtarkhavari to Deputy Chief Financial Officer Tagged as: , Media Releases
City Council Appoints 2022 Orlando Redistricting Advisory Board Last updated on February 07, 2022 The City of Orlando Launches Redistricting Process and Appoints 2022 Orlando Redistricting Advisory Board Tagged as: , Media Releases
City & FDOT Implement a Quiet Zone throughout SunRail Corridor Last updated on February 04, 2022 City of Orlando Partners with Florida Department of Transportation and the Federal Railroad Administration to Implement a Quiet Zone throughout SunRail Corridor Tagged as: , Media Releases
Phase 2 of Parramore Oaks Mixed-Income Breaks Ground Last updated on February 02, 2022 The City of Orlando Breaks Ground on Phase 2 of Parramore Oaks Mixed-Income Tagged as: , Media Releases
Orlando City Council Proclaim February as Black History Month Last updated on February 01, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and the Orlando City Council Proclaim February as Black History Month in the City of Orlando Tagged as: , Media Releases
Online Portal Opens Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at 8 a.m. for ERAP2 Last updated on January 31, 2022 Online Portal Opens Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at 8 a.m. for the City of Orlando’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP2) Tagged as: , Media Releases
City Seeks Nominations for New Luminary Green Park Last updated on January 28, 2022 City of Orlando Seeks Nominations for Community Leaders to be Honored at Parramore’s New Luminary Green Park in Creative Village Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Orlando Partners with KPMG and Neighborly on ERAP2 Last updated on January 19, 2022 City of Orlando Partners with KPMG and Neighborly on Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Phase 2 (ERAP2) Tagged as: , Media Releases
Mayor Visits COVID-19 Testing Site at Camping World Stadium Last updated on January 11, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Visits COVID-19 Testing Site at Camping World Stadium Tagged as: , Media Releases
Mayor Dyer and the MLK Commission Announce 2022 Commemoration Events Last updated on January 11, 2022 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and the Mayor’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission Announce 2022 Commemoration Events Tagged as: , Media Releases
City Invites Community to Commissioner Oath of Office Ceremony Last updated on January 07, 2022 City of Orlando Invites Community to Commissioner Oath of Office Ceremony Tagged as: , Media Releases
New Free COVID-19 Testing Site at Camping World Stadium Last updated on January 07, 2022 City of Orlando Announces New Free COVID-19 Testing Site at Camping World Stadium Tagged as: , Media Releases