City Council Highlights – November 10, 2025
Last updated on November 10, 2025
General Items
Election Day Outcome
We'd like to begin our update by congratulating Commissioner Rose on winning her District 5 race. We look forward to continuing to serve alongside you.
We’d also like to take a moment to share our gratitude for Commissioner Gray on behalf of our entire City of Orlando team. Commissioner, over the last thirteen years, you have served District 1 and our entire city with great passion and commitment. We still have a lot of work to do over the next few months, but please know that your work has been impactful and will always be appreciated.
And if you’re a resident of District 3, the runoff for the City Council seat will be held on December 9, 2025.
Veterans Day
As you may know, tomorrow is Veterans Day. This past weekend, our annual Veterans Day Parade -- held in Lake Nona for the first time -- was a wonderful reminder of how deeply our community values and honors our veterans.
Today also marks the 250th birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps. Ahead of tomorrow’s holiday, we want to take a moment to recognize all the veterans in our community, especially those here with us on the City Council, like Commissioner Ortiz, who served in the Marines, and the veterans who continue to serve as part of our city team. Thank you for your service to our country and for your ongoing dedication to our city and its residents.
Valencia Student Government Day
We'd like to take a moment to recognize a special group of visitors joining us today from Valencia's Student Government. We’re proud to welcome these student leaders to City Hall as part of their annual visit to learn more about the importance of local government. And, we’d like to note, these students are here on their day off from classes due to Veteran’s Day, so they deserve an extra kudos. Thank you for your engagement and interest in the City of Orlando. Go, PUMAS!
Kia Center 15 Years of Celebrating
We’re proud to celebrate this major milestone for our community as we look back on 15 incredible years since the Kia Center first opened its doors.
Since 2010, the arena has become Orlando’s gathering place by hosting more than 3,300 events, welcoming nearly 20 million guests, and generating more than $6.5 billion in economic impact. It continues to shine as a world-class venue that reflects our city’s commitment to sustainability and strengthens Orlando’s reputation as the nation’s premier sports and entertainment destination.
To share more about this milestone and the continued success of the Kia Center, we’d like to introduce Allen Johnson, the city’s Chief Venues Officer.
Items of Note
B#8 – Magnolia Ave Roadway Improvements
As part of our continued progress on the DTO Action Plan, we’re looking to move forward with the Magnolia Avenue roadway improvements - a key step in creating a more connected, vibrant, and walkable downtown. These changes will enhance accessibility, support downtown businesses, and make it easier and safer for everyone to move through our urban core. We look forward to awarding the construction bid and seeing this next phase of downtown transformation come to life.
C#8 – iDignity Impact Fee Assistance Program Agreement
Also on today’s agenda is financial support for IDignity’s new headquarter building through our non-profit impact fee assistance program.
Since its inception in 2008, IDignity has helped residents in need access the essential tool of identification – whether it be a birth certificate, social security card or government ID.
This has been particularly helpful for those experiencing homelessness – those trying to seek shelter, get a prescription filled, cash a check or seek essential services to help them get back on their feet and into permanent housing.
We’re proud to support IDignity and are grateful for all the work they do support our community.
I#2 - Paramore Streetscapes
Through the Parramore Streetscape Improvements project, we’re focusing on a key section of South Parramore Avenue - from Gore Street to Long Street - located in the Parramore Heritage District.
This project will enhance connectivity, improve infrastructure, and support neighborhood development by creating a more walkable, safe, and attractive corridor. It also reflects our continued commitment to investing in Parramore’s future and ensuring that growth and opportunity are shared across all parts of downtown.
I#3 - Pulse Memorial Grant Agreement
As we continue to advance a permanent memorial at the Pulse site, we’d like to note, on today’s agenda is a grant agreement with the State of Florida to provide 394 thousand dollars toward the permanent memorial.
We’d like to thank our state legislative leadership for their support in securing this appropriation which will help us achieve the goal of a memorial completed by the end of 2027.
Hearings 9a & 9b - Orange Center and Piedmont
We have two items on today’s agenda for the disposition of city-owned property, for the development of affordable housing.
The City of Orlando is committed to ensuring that every resident, regardless of economic status, has access to quality housing. Through our Orlando Unlocked housing initiative, we are working to make it easier for developers to deliver the residential units our community needs.
The proposed two projects would add a total of 167 affordable units to our housing inventory. One project would offer a range of apartment sizes, including three- and four-bedroom apartments for families. The other would add units for our senior residents. Both projects would include much-needed Permanent Supportive Housing, which combines affordable housing with wrap-around support services to address the needs of those experiencing chronic homelessness.
New Business
8#A - School Zone Speed Detection System Presentation - Contract with Verra Mobility
Back in August, City Council discussed the School Zone Speed Detection System and approved contract negotiations with the top ranked firm Verra Mobility. We are happy to report those negotiations are now complete.
This agreement will bring speed detection systems to 26 school zones across the city, with installation expected in 2026.
Both the Procurement and Transportation Departments are now requesting approval of the contract, as required by Florida Statute. It’s a five-year agreement with the option for five one-year renewals, and costs will be covered through traffic infraction revenue.
With that, we'll turn it over to Ray Rodriguez with the city’s Orlando Stops Program to share more details.