Tag: City of Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. — Channel 9 has shared the issue of Orlando’s housing crisis for months. Last summer, the city announced a plan to turn an old hotel into affordable housing units, which is becoming a reality. A developer said they are... Read More
With the rapid shift that’s happened in the housing market this year, some people are raising concerns that we’re destined for a repeat of the crash we saw in 2008. But in truth, there are many key differences between what’s happening today and the bubble in the early 2000s. One of the... Read More
Apply for unique and rewarding volunteer opportunities in your community. What does volunteering in our youth programs look like? Here are some examples: Mentor a student: Invest your experiences and knowledge in our city’s youth. Youth football coach: Grab the whistle and guide a group of kids on and off... Read More
From the City of Orlando’s website: Welcome to Energy-Saving Trees, a unique program designed to help you better understand where to plant trees on your property for maximum energy savings. This program is made possible by the City of Orlando, Arbor Day Foundation, Orlando Utilities Commission and the Florida Forest... Read More
A six-story building that will include a hotel, apartments, restaurant and retail space soon may rise at a busy corner near downtown Orlando and its neighboring Creative Village district. The development team behind the project, titled Westmoreland Square, is seeking approval from the city... Read More
The folks behind the Orlando Land Trust are working on adding a butterfly garden to Lake Eola Park. At the Aug. 15 City Council meeting, the City approved the installation of metal wire butterfly sculptures at the park where the butterfly garden will be. The sculptures will be constructed by local artist... Read More