Welcome to Orange County's award-winning site. It is my hope that our site will provide residents, visitors, and international neighbors with valuable information about our county. In Orange County, we embrace the best of our past but our vision is to the future.  We are committed to preserving our environment and employing cutting-edge technology to give our citizens efficient access to government and improve their quality of life.
 

The Mayor delivered his State of the County Address speech on May 30.  He focused on covering the Three Es of Leading by Example: Economy, Environment, and Ethics.  Find out more...

Click Here to read the Mayor's State of the County Address. (MS Word - 67KB)
Click here to view the State of the County Video on Demand. (Windows Media Video)

• Orange County is pleased to present the 2008 Annual Drinking Water Report, designed to inform you about the quality of water and services we deliver to you every day.
• Swimming at Downey Park has been suspended June 19, 2008 due to high bacteria levels found in the water. Orange County Parks and Recreation.
• On January 19th, 2008, Brighthouse Cable moved Orange TV from Channel 9 to Channel 199 and Vision TV from Channel 98 to Channel 198 on its digital tier.  Find out more...
• Are you prepared for Hurricane Season?  Find out how to protect your home and family during storm season or watch a short video on how to manage debris removal in your neighborhood.
• Protect yourself, your neighbors, and your property - read about things you can do today to prevent a fire tomorrow (MS Word - 25KB).
• Looking for a new way to go green and save even more money? Check out Orange County's new solar incentive program for residential and commercial properties.
• Resources for Homeowners at Risk of Foreclosures (English Version) (PDF - 378KB)
  Resources for Homeowners at Risk of Foreclosures (Spanish Version) (PDF - 378KB)
• Learn about the 10-year plan to end homelessness in Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties and the City of Orlando: Commission on Homelessness (external link).
• Find out what Orange County is  doing to fight climate change and what you can do to help! Orange to Green Information | Orange County Climate Change Plan (MS Word)
• Living in a private/gated community in Orange County?  Learn about the Orange County Guidelines For Private Property Debris Removal (PDF - 143 KB)
• We double dog dare you to help control pet overpopulation. Spay or neuter your pet today!
• Community Venues Project Information (PowerPoint): The Orange County Financial Presentation describing the proposed project funding plan. View City of Orlando's Venues Project Information.
• Consolidation of Services Study Commission Website (external site)

• 2008 United Way Campaign – See what Orange County is doing to make a difference once more in our communities by giving from the heart! Be on the lookout for more information about countywide events taking place throughout the campaign.
• 2008 Animal Services Calendar - Learn more about this heartwarming calendar that will have you rolling over for more!
• E-Billing is now available to Orange County Utilities customers.
• Yard of the Month - Neighborhood Services strongly encourages residents to participate in Yard of the Month, designed to recognize and reward great looking yards in their neighborhoods.
• Destination 2030 - Orange County's Comprehensive Policy Plan Update is underway!
• Green Building In Orange County
• Neighborhood Event Tool Kit - Neighborhood Services strongly encourages neighborhood organizations to hold neighborhood events and social gatherings.

• July 19: 15th Annual Orange County Community Conference
• July 19: Household Hazardous Waste and Electronic Waste Community Collection Event (PDF - 176 KB)
• January - December: 2008 Community Connections Workshops Calendar (MS Word); more...
• September 25 - November 8: 2008 Fall Citizen Planner Academy
• October 4: 2008 ReNEW Grant Workshop
• Weekly: BCC Board Meetings
• Ongoing: County Calendar meetings search 
• Ongoing: Events Database