Today, we remembered the 49 lives that were lost in the Pulse shooting of 2016, and the dedicated men and women who served our community after this tragic event. #Pulse #OrlandoStrong
Pulse Remembrance
Orange County decides to allow medical marijuana dispensaries
Advocates cried and cheered as Orange County commissioners unanimously voted to allow medical marijuana dispensaries in the county at their meeting Tuesday night. Commissioner Emily Bonilla called the negative feelings about medical marijuana “a stigma.” “If you make a decision based on a stigma and not something factual, that’s not doing the right thing,” she said.
Cracker Christmas
I recently had the pleasure of attending the Cracker Christmas gathering at Fort Christmas Historical Park. The weaving and spinning demonstrations were my favorite part. Our Parks and Rec Department did an outstanding job putting together such a great event!
Bithlo Neighborhood Link 621
To help the Bithlo and Wedgefield Community, I am proposing to expand Lynx service in the area for the 2020/2021 Fiscal Budget. My proposal will expand the Bithlo NeighborhoodLink 621 service, which runs along E. Colonial & Alafaya trail to Bithlo Health Center on SR 50. The expansion will allow for the following: *Increase the frequency with busses to run every 45 minutes instead of 90 minutes (except for after 5:00 pm – then every 90 minutes). *Increase service hours by adding afternoon and evening hours. *Double the existing service hours.
Victim Service Center Ribbon Cutting
Just about every day in Orange County, someone new is reaching out to the Victim Service Center of Central Florida, Inc. after a reported rape. It’s important for everyone to know there are resources available for them, should they ever become a victim. This past week, the VSC opened a new location in Orange County. They have more than a dozen nurses on standby ready to help if need be. Should you or anyone you know need assistance, don’t hesitate to call them: 407-500-HEAL.
The Kitty Beautiful – A Cat Cafe
Ribbon-cutting ceremony for the opening of The Kitty Beautiful – A Cat Cafe. Great to support small businesses.
Patch of Blue Farm
Here’s a good example of true community involvement! Patch of Blue is a family owned farm located in the mist of an urban area. This small local farm co-ops their property to other farmers to grow a variety of crops that then are sold to local restaurants to provide a true farm-to-table experience. Thank you to the Alfonzo’s for the tour, pineapple and papaya.
Full Sail University Smart Lab Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Reading of Proclamation
Full Sail University Smart Lab Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Reading of Proclamation
SolSmart Gold Award
SolSmart recognizes cities, counties, and regional organizations for making it faster, easier, and more affordable to go solar It was a pleasure and honor to help our County be recognized at the National Association of Counties (NACo) conference for the SolSmart Gold Award.
Community Leadership Award
Emily Bonilla receives a Community Leadership Award from the Project Management Institute for her efforts with the East Orange County development projects. Thank you David Siegel and board members.