AUGUST 2018
Greetings,

In an effort to provide for more affordable housing in Central Florida, I convened regional partners from Seminole and Osceola counties and the City of Orlando to explore the merits of a broad, cohesive and affordable housing strategy for the region.
 
Orange County launched the Regional Affordable Housing Initiative  to study and implement potential solutions for the unique needs of Central Florida and its growing population. Through this effort, Orange County hosted a summit and a series of public workshops to explore solutions and the mechanisms of increasing production and availability of affordable housing regionally.

On behalf of the Regional Affordable Housing partnership, I am pleased to announce the release of the Regional Affordable Housing Executive Summary Report . The report documents Central Florida's housing challenges and trends, as well as the proposed strategies to address future housing needs and opportunities in the region.

Drawing on internal resources, experts, researchers, housing industry representatives and observations from the community, we identified strong interest in new creative housing options, improved diversity and enhanced resources targeted at affordable housing. Among the partners, there is broad agreement that a single solution targeted to a specific issue or population is no longer a sufficient strategy to advance affordable housing - many approaches must be considered. The partnership's shared mission, goals and strategies for addressing the affordable housing needs in the region are highlighted in the Executive Summary Report, www.ocfl.net/affordablehousing .

As our economy continues to flourish, it is vital we take action to help support our residents through the creation of a robust housing marketplace. It is also imperative that we continue to explore a variety of available housing options to encourage a more inclusive housing market conducive to sustainable communities.

As always, I thank you for your hard work, your continued support and for staying connected with your government.

Sincerely,
Teresa Jacobs
Orange County Mayor
In This Issue

 commconferenceLocal Residents Honored at 2018 Orange County
Community Conference

Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs and the Board of County Commissioners recognized several Community Champions and the Distinguished Citizen of the Year at the 2018 Community Conference held on July 14 at the Renaissance Senior Center. For 23 years, the conference has been recognizing outstanding residents and their contributions in Orange County. Learn More>
countiesconferenceOrange County Welcomes Florida Association of Counties 
Annual Conference
 

Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs joined Florida Gov. Rick Scott at the 2018 Florida Association of Counties (FAC) Annual Conference opening ceremony to welcome government officials from across the state at the Hyatt Regency Orlando on June 27. For more than 80 years, FAC has held an annual conference offering the opportunity for hundreds of commissioners and county staff from across the state to come together for continuing education and critical networking. Learn More>
healthexpoOrange County Hosts Health and Family Expo for Local Families Affected by Hurricane Maria


Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs, together with the Osceola County Board of County Commissioners and the Government of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, hosted the free Health and Family Expo at the Orange County Convention Center to provide information and resources for Hurricane Maria evacuees from Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands on Aug. 4, 2018.

The two-day event, held at the Orange County Convention Center, featured a Sponsors and Exhibitors Breakfast on Friday, Aug. 3, during which community leaders discussed ongoing efforts and assistance for those affected by Hurricane Maria. As Hurricane Maria victims continue to recover, the Health and Family Expo focused on providing information related to housing, employment, education, health and wellness from local government, the Puerto Rico Health Department and various businesses and vendors. Learn More>

Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs and the National Center for Simulation will host the fourth annual Florida Simulation Summit on September 6, 2018, at the Orange County Convention Center. The summit will highlight Digital Twin Technology and the Internet of Things with a focus on virtual system simulations.  Register > 
News Worth Noting noticias

Orange County encourages residents to remember to tip, toss and cover to help control the risk of mosquito bites and mosquito-borne diseases. For more information, visit www.ocfl.net/mosquito. 
 


Mayor Jacobs and the BCC proclaimed Orange County a "Purple Heart County" on August 7, 2018, National Purple Heart Day. The Mayor's Veterans Advisory Council was in attendance to receive the honor. 


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