Osceola County Government

**We're #Hiring!** Join our dynamic Transportation & Transit team and be #FirstToWhatsNext for #OsceolaCounty! We’re looking for passionate professionals to fill the following positions: 🔹 Senior Transportation Systems Management & Operations Engineer Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gvVRt_z3 🔹 Transportation Planner III Apply here: https://lnkd.in/g9eWgQm4 **Vacancy postings are subject to close at any time**

Over the weekend, Osceola County Emergency Management Officer Danielle Balser (pictured, center) deployed to Pinellas County as part of a support team from Central Florida to help the cities of St. Pete Beach, Treasure Island, and Pass-A-Grille Beach recover from #HurricaneHelene. Danielle and her teammates from City of Altamonte Springs, St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners Emergency Management, and Orange County Fire Rescue Svc will spend the next two weeks helping set up Points of Distribution in those communities to help people with needs like laundry, showers, restrooms, shelf-stable meals, fresh water, and tarps.

The Kissimmee Elks Lodge #1873 honored Officer Candelario with the Corrections Professional of the Year Award during their annual Public Safety Night. His diligent efforts in locating contraband inside the Osceola County Jail not only led to the discovery of smuggled drugs but also helped gather information that led to uncovering additional contraband. Thank you, Officer Candelario, for your dedication and service!

This week marks a significant milestone—the first anniversary of the Urban & Community Forestry Inflation Reduction Act Grants! We're excited to use this funding to train new urban forestry professionals and kick off impactful projects. Meet Osceola County’s Office of Sustainability! They’re currently leading the Urban Heat Island Study, which focuses on identifying heat-prone areas in historically disadvantaged communities that lack sufficient tree cover. This crucial data will guide us in planting 3,000 new trees, funded by the IRA Urban Forestry Program grant, that will help improve environmental health and quality of life for residents.

During the recent Osceola County Board of County Commissioners meeting, Commissioner Ricky Booth (D5) proudly presented a proclamation Healthy Start Coalition of Osceola County, Inc. in honor of Infant Mortality Awareness Month for September 2024. This proclamation highlights the critical importance of reducing infant mortality and ensuring that every mother has access to the care and resources needed for a healthy pregnancy. The Healthy Start Coalition continues its vital work in supporting families and promoting the health of mothers and babies in our community.

At the Osceola County Board of County Commissioners meeting on September 16, 2024, Commissioner Brandon Arrington (D3) presented a proclamation to Ryan Terrell, Statewide Director of Community Engagement for the Florida Center for Civic Engagement. This proclamation officially declared September 16-20, 2024, as Florida Civics Week in #OsceolaCounty. This recognition emphasizes the importance of civic and political participation as a medium for citizens to engage in free, diverse, and positive dialogue that guides the Nation toward common interests, consensus, and good governance. The proclamation also highlights the public interest in fostering civic discourse, education, and participation in local, state, and federal affairs, reminding all Floridians that they can shape and influence this level of government.

The Osceola County Board of County Commissioners has officially proclaimed September 2024 as Hunger Action Month in #OsceolaCounty. This proclamation, presented by Commissioner Brandon Arrington (D3) to Stephanie Palacios of Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. The proclamation underscores our commitment to addressing hunger and food insecurity in our community. With 13.2% of Floridians facing hunger, it's important to raise awareness and take action. We're proud to support Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida and their hard work in providing meals to those in need. Last year alone, they distributed over 7.8 million meals right here in Osceola County. Join us this September in making a difference. Whether through volunteering, sharing information on social media, or making a donation, every effort counts in the fight to end hunger.

With the assistance of Congressman Darren Soto, the Osceola County Board of County Commissioners has secured $850,000 in federal funding for essential infrastructure improvements in our community! These funds will go towards the Marigold Avenue Safety Improvement Project, enhancing four key intersections with new single-lane roundabouts and a northbound left-turn lane to improve traffic flow and pedestrian safety. Additionally, the Whitted neighborhood will receive an upgrade to its water system, transitioning 52 residents from contaminated wells to a modern potable water system. Learn more about the Marigold Avenue Project here: https://lnkd.in/gVrCKAQz (Pictured left to right: Commissioner Brandon Arrington (D3), Commissioner Viviana Janer (D2), Congressman Darren Soto, Vice-Chair Peggy Choudhry (D1), Chairwoman Cheryl Grieb (D4), and Commissioner Ricky Booth (D5)).

The Osceola County Board of County Commissioners would like to congratulate the following employees celebrating milestone anniversaries of employment with Osceola County in August 2024. Thank you for your dedication and service. 35 Years - Lisa Ann Browning 30 Years - Lizette Pagan 25 Years - Mona Lord 25 Years - David Jackson 20 Years - Thomas Compton 20 Years - Wilfredo Arana 20 Years - Curt Diehl 10 Years - Christopher Peebles 10 Years - Hope Martinez 5 Years - Jonathen Ortiz 5 Years - Robert Morales 5 Years - David Rodriguez Matos

🚨Osceola County Business Owners 🚨 Join us Tuesday, July 30th for Grow Business Osceola, a monthly training series designed to empower local business owners for success! This month's focus: "Capitalize on Free Library Resources” will give you insight on what library tools are available to local entrepreneurs to grow your business. Learn more by registering today! 🗓️: Tuesday, July 30, 2024 🕣: 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. 📍: UCF Business Incubator-Kissimmee, FL 🔗: https://bit.ly/3VR3LtA . . . 🚨 Propietarios de empresas del Condado de Osceola 🚨 Únase con nosotros el martes 30 de julio para Grow Business Osceola, una serie de capacitación mensual diseñada para capacitar a los propietarios de empresas locales para que tengan éxito. El enfoque de este mes: "Aproveche los recursos bibliotecarios gratuitos" le brindará información sobre qué herramientas bibliotecarias están disponibles para que los empresarios locales hagan crecer su negocio. ¡Obtenga más información registrándose hoy! 🗓️: martes 30 de julio de 2024 🕣: 8:30 a. m. – 10:30 a. m. 📍: Incubadora de empresas UCF-Kissimmee, FL 🔗: https://bit.ly/3VR3LtA