Impact Update for Thursday, April 28
"I'm happy that our Board, at least the majority, saw fit to give the power to the people and let residents decide whether to tax themselves in this manner." 

-Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings


See Transportation Sales Tax story under In The News...
Quote of the Day.

“Sports do not build character. They reveal it.”

- Heywood Broun
American Journalist and Sportswriter
Around The Horn.


  • Orlando Pride and Racing Louisville FC will be joining the highly-anticipated lineup for the first-ever Daytona Soccer Fest, a one-of-a-kind event bringing world-class entertainment and professional soccer to Daytona International Speedway.
  • Entering the 2021-22 season, the Orlando Magic had two priorities when it came to Markelle Fultz, both of which were going to take time and patience. The first was helping him become healthy enough to play again after tearing his ACL in January 2021. The second priority was putting him in a position where he could be comfortable on the floor.
  • The Orlando Solar Bears have decided to part ways with head coach and general manager Drake Berehowsky, President Chris Heller announced Tuesday. The hockey organization and Berehowsky had a mutual agreement on his departure.
  • Orlando City SC will host the Philadelphia Union in the Round of 32 of the 2022 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, the 107th edition of the cup competition. The match will take place on Tuesday, May 10 at Exploria Stadium, with all Round of 32 matches scheduled to take place from May 10-11.
  • The 2022 NWSL season is taking off and the Orlando Pride launched a new kit to honor the team (and Central Florida's space industry). The new Pride jersey comes in a stark white and commemorates the 50th anniversary of the last lunar landing.
  • Orlando's most popular bars and eateries will take over the Camping World Stadium clubs and suites on Friday, April 29, at 7 pm, with the return of Florida Citrus Sports' annual Sideline Wine and Dine fundraiser presented by OAI. Sample fine wines, craft beers and delectable dishes from dozens of local favorites, with proceeds benefiting the Florida Citrus Sports Foundation's continued K-8 educational efforts in The Communities of West Lakes near Camping World Stadium.
  • Join RefReps and Orange County Public Schools for a free Referee Recruiting Fair on Monday, May 9 from 6-8pm at Boone High School. Learn how to become a referee, get access to training, education and certification, and start earning money officiating sports in our local community! Click here to register now.
  • Volunteers are still needed for the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games being hosted in venues across Greater Orlando on June 5-12. Anyone interested in volunteering (must be at least 15 years old) should sign up by May 1 on the USA Games website.
  • More than 16,000 Division I athletes transferred during the traditional 2020 and 2021 academic years, with football leading the way, according to new figures provided by the NCAA Monday.
In The News.


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Executive Spotlight.

  • Tavistock Development is currently seeking a Senior Events Manager. Tavistock Development is a diversified real estate firm specializing in planning, design, finance, construction and development. If you are proactive and value results, are innovative, play as a team and want to work with a growing company, click here for more information and to apply today.
  • The Downtown Orlando Partnership is hiring a Marketing and Experience Specialist, responsible for the organization and management of all Downtown Orlando Partnership and Foundation communication and marketing, as well as membership relations, administrative support, event management, and intern oversight. Click here for more information and to apply.
  • The Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando North is hiring a Sales Manager focusing on the Sports Market. The position is responsible for representing the company to customers, the public and other external sources, including the development and performance of sales activities. Click here for more information and to apply, or call Sandra Waldron at 407-571-3445.
In The Community.
GO Sports President & CEO Jason Siegel spoke on a panel for the Downtown Orlando Partnership's Connect DTO participants along with Orlando Venue's Allen Johnson, Florida Citrus Sports' Steve Hogan, Orlando Magic's Linda Landman Gonzalez, and Orlando City Foundation's Kay Rawlins
GO Sports President & CEO Jason Siegel presented to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando on April 27 at OUC's Headquarters
GO Sports President & CEO Jason Siegel exchanged gifts with Gerardo Torrado, National Teams General Sports Director at last night's 2022 MexTour Kickoff Match at Camping World Stadium against Guatemala
Representatives from GO Sports, the City of Orlando, Orange County, Seminole County, and the Mexican Consulate of Orlando welcomed representatives from the Mexican Delegation at the MexTour Kickoff Match
GO Sports Senior Directors Kyle Sturley and Lindsey McBride helped host WISE (Women in Sports & Events) Greater Orlando's April Member Meet Up
GO Sports President & CEO Jason Siegel visited with representatives of the Mexican Consulate of Orlando prior to the 2022 MexTour Kickoff Match at Camping World Stadium
Local Resources.

  • Visit these pages for the most critical local health and government updates:
  • City of Orlando: COVID-19 Homepage | Testing Sites | Vaccine Sites
  • Orange County: COVID-19 Homepage | Testing Sites | Vaccine Sites
  • Osceola County: COVID-19 Homepage | Testing Sites | Vaccine Sites
  • Seminole County: COVID-19 Homepage | Testing Sites | Vaccine Sites
  • Lake County: Homepage
  • City of Orlando:
  • The Downtown Development Board (DDB) and Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) created a webpage to assist with identifying grants and incentives that may be available to downtown businesses.
  • Orlando's City Council approved the Safety Awareness for Everyone (S.A.F.E) Program, creating an incentive for businesses and properties to purchase and install security measures that are intended to help deter crime and provide a safer environment for business owners, employees, and visitors. Entertainment businesses including, but not limited to, bars, nightclubs, and entertainment venues located within the City of Orlando’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) footprint shall be eligible for funding to purchase and install security measures which include identification scanners, security cameras, and metal detection systems. Other properties located within the CRA shall be eligible for funding to purchase and install security cameras only. Applicants are eligible to receive up to $10,000 or 50% of the total cost of eligible products, whichever is less. Click here for more info and to apply now.
  • Orange County:
  • The #IGotMyShot mobile vaccination trailer continues to visit neighborhoods and businesses throughout Orange County. For next week’s schedule, or for more information about the #IGotMyShot campaign, visit ocfl.net/IGotMyShot.
  • Orange County’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program remains open for individuals who are behind on rent or at risk of being evicted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To date, more than $15.3 million have been approved to keep 2,635 families in their homes. Recently, the City of Orlando announced it has depleted its current federal funds dedicated to its Emergency Rental Assistance Program. Orange County is stepping in to bridge the gap and will temporarily offer assistance to Orlando residents, effective now until further notice. Eligible residents include those living in unincorporated Orange County, Apopka, Bay Lake, Belle Isle, Eatonville, Edgewood, Lake Buena Vista, Maitland, Oakland, Ocoee, Orlando, Windermere, Winter Garden and Winter Park. Residents can visit ocfl.net/RentalAssistance to review program details and to check if their address is eligible.
  • CareerSource Central Florida is helping career seekers and displaced workers apply for the Reemployment Assistance program through the Department of Economic Opportunity.
  • Osceola County:
  • Osceola County is currently accepting applications for emergency utility assistance for households impacted by COVID19. Funding is available for electric, gas, and water utilities only. If you reside in Osceola County and your household is impacted, please click here to complete the application.
  • Lake County:
  • For Lake County residents, United Way of Lake and Sumter Counties is able to assist with CARES/ERA/SHIP Federal funds for rent and utilities. For more information on eligibility and documents needed, or to make an appointment, please visit their Family Stability Services page.
  • Seminole County:
  • If you have been impacted by the COVID-19 crisis and live in Seminole County, The Sharing Center is currently accepting applications for rent/mortgage and utilities assistance. Click here for program criteria and to learn how to apply.
  • Additional Resources:
  • The US Small Business Association has compiled a database of private funding options to help small businesses. Browse the options available nationally, or input a zip code to explore location-specific funding.