Orange County Government

🥜It's nuts to think the UF IFAS Extension Orange County Peanut Butter Challenge is almost over! Visit the drop-off location nearest you by October 31 and spread some last-minute love! If you shell out one of your BOGO peanut butter jars, you'd help feed a hungry child this holiday season for ✨free✨. Food for thought! 📍Find a drop-off location: bit.ly/4hfx56N

🦺 Watch us work 🦺 131 miles of new lights are being installed in Orange County, making our roads safer for bikers, walkers, and drivers. These upgrades are part of our $100 million commitment to improving transportation in our community over the next five years. The Accelerated Transportation Safety Program uses existing Orange County funds to address high priority needs including infrastructure like sidewalks, lighting and roadway projects as well as transit projects. Learn more: bit.ly/4f2sByP

Orange County Utilities is hiring a Senior Operations Specialist (Water Chief Operator)! We’re seeking a responsible individual who can lead the team of water operators and monitor, analyze, and troubleshoot operational issues to comply with environmental regulations and protect public health, especially in emergency situations. Join our dynamic team where you’ll help ensure a safe and reliable water supply for our community. In this role, you will: ✔ Lead, direct, and train operations staff to achieve efficient operations ✔ Respond quickly to emergency situations ✔ Prepare budget recommendations to meet objectives An award-winning organization with a customer-oriented team of more than 1,000 knowledgeable employees, Orange County Utilities provides essential services to hundreds of thousands of residents, visitors, and businesses across our community. Due to the impact of their roles and responsibilities, Utilities employees must be service-driven and customer-focused. For complete details about this opportunity, including requirements and preferences, visit www.ocfl.net/jobs and search for Job ID #35230.

FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center to serve residents impacted by Hurricane Milton. Orange County Multicultural Center 📍 7149 W Colonial Dr., Orlando, FL 32818 🕕 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The FEMA Disaster Recovery Center provides a one-stop-shop for individuals or businesses that need help recovering from loss or damage sustained during the storms. FEMA partners with local and state agencies. Individuals can also apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by using the FEMA mobile app, or by calling FEMA’s helpline toll-free at 800-621-3362.

👏 Congrats Majorie Neiland for completing the Second Harvest Culinary Program! A member of one of our Head Start families, Majorie has grown to become the best version of herself and is now enjoying the fruits of her labor. We can't wait to see what you cook up! Learn more about our award-winning Head Start program: ocfl.net/headstart

Two sites including a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will open this weekend to serve residents impacted by Hurricane Milton. Orange County Multicultural Center FEMA Disaster Recovery Center 7149 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32818 ✅ Saturday, Oct. 26, 1 p.m.–7 p.m. ✅ Sunday, Oct. 27 , 9 a.m.–6 p.m. ✅ Monday, Oct. 28 to Saturday, Nov. 2, 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Bithlo Community Center Florida Multi-Agency Resource Center 18501 Washington Avenue, Orlando, FL 32820 ✅ Saturday, Oct. 26 to Sunday, Oct. 27, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. ✅ Monday, October 28 to Saturday, Nov. 2, 9a.m.-5 p.m. Individuals can also apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by using the FEMA mobile app, or by calling FEMA’s helpline toll-free at 800-621-3362.

🚨 Debris Removal Update 🚨 Orange County’s debris removal contractors have been mobilized and are currently working to collect vegetative debris from Hurricane Milton. Contractors began working in areas with the highest concentration of debris. Additionally, three citizen debris drop-off sites remain open through Sunday, October 27 at 7 p.m. to give residents an option for removing vegetative debris without having to wait for it to be collected. ✅ Conway Water Treatment Plant 📍 3590 Manatee Street, Orlando, FL 32822 ✅ Harrell Road 📍 8503 Trevarthon Road, Orlando, FL 32817 ✅ Zellwood Maintenance Unit 📍 3500 Golden Gem Road, Apopka, FL 32712

Operation Blue Roof is a priority mission managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency. This is a free service to homeowners. Parties affected by Hurricane Milton are encouraged to submit a Right-of-Entry application. To learn more about Operation Blue Roof and to apply, call 888-ROOF-BLU (766-3258) or visit www.blueroof.gov.

👋 Say hello to Brandy Davis, Assistant Manager of Public Safety Communications! For 20 years, Brandy has served Orange County residents through her work at Orange County's 3-1-1 helpline, connecting customers with vital information and services. Through hurricanes, pandemics, and everything in between, Her team ensures that our community always has access to crucial information and services. Thank you for all you do, Brandy, and congratulations on reaching 20 years of service!

🥜🍴 The Orange County Peanut Butter Challenge is underway! When you donate an unopened, fresh jar of peanut butter, you're stocking local food pantries to help feed families in need this holiday season. Check out the list of drop-off locations and spread some love 👇