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Commissioner Bonilla Secures Funding for Multiple District 5 Initiatives

Budget book picture

We approved this upcoming year’s budget on 09/19/19. Here are some of the Capital Improvements Projects I was able to secure in our funding. Another $20 million for Children Services. This is the second budget since we implemented this annual budget increase. Expansions to the Bithlo Community Center (new gym and multi-purpose space) – $594,000.… Read more of Commissioner Bonilla Secures Funding for Multiple District 5 Initiatives

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Commissioner Bonilla Secures Funding for New Park in East Orlando

Old Iron Bridge where the new Little Historic Econ Park will be

On Tuesday, September 24th, 2019, the Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution to acquire some pristine natural lands for conservation use. This 30.27-acre land (commonly known as the Harrod Property) can be found between McCulloch, Rouse and Rocking Horse Roads. The property is split by the Little Econlockhatchee River and borders the Orange-Seminole… Read more of Commissioner Bonilla Secures Funding for New Park in East Orlando

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2019 2nd Annual Fiesta Cultural

We Are Women

(Orlando, Florida, October 27, 2019) On Sunday evening, Orange County Commissioner Emily Bonilla hosted her second annual Fiesta Cultural at University High School in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. The event consisted of singing, dancing, live music, and authentic dishes to celebrate the diverse communities of Central Florida. Commissioner Bonilla collaborated with University High School… Read more of 2019 2nd Annual Fiesta Cultural

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August 20, 2019 BCC Meeting

BCC Meeting Agenda

Download the e-agenda of the next Board of County Commissioner’s (BCC) Meeting. The e-agenda for each BCC meeting is usually available online on the Thursday before the meeting. Below is a summary of upcoming agenda items pertaining to District 5 and/or County-wide. Click on the numbered links to be sent to the Comptroller’s website for more information… Read more of August 20, 2019 BCC Meeting

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Commissioner Emily Bonilla’s Next Steps For Historic Little Econ Property

Commissioner Emily Bonilla looking out over Historic Little Econ Property

With the Governor’s signature, Orange County Commissioner Emily Bonilla now has $2.5 Million to match Mayor Demings’ Park’s INVEST dollars and acquire what is arguably the most important piece of preservation land in the County and an additional $500,000 to make it a passive park. This parcel, owned by developer Wayne Harrod, holds historical and… Read more of Commissioner Emily Bonilla’s Next Steps For Historic Little Econ Property

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