Barnett Park Picnic

 

General Meeting, 3rd Tuesday

May 19th, 7 PM

at the OV Chamber Hall

Agenda:
1. Become a Safe Neighborhood Member and
     step up to get a peace of the action.
2. Plan for our 101 and 250th celebration in July!
3. Time for Garden Plot Rent. Only drought tolerant
      Plants will endore this weather.

 

Beautification, Safety, & Communication

The Orange County Neighborhood Services Division administers the Safe Neighborhoods Program to help reduce crime through projects that enhance the safety and beauty of each location. Political and social changes are important community issues more related to the Chamber of Commerce.

The Safe Neighborhood Program consists of groups of volunteer residents who help their communities address issues that cause the neighborhood to decline in quality and livability. The volunteer groups do this through community engagement, trainings, physical projects, and by providing a direct line to County resources to resolve problems. An Orange County liaison supports the groups of volunteers and administers funding applications for projects, but the work of the Safe Neighborhood Groups Organised are driven by the people within the community.

 

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

  • Authorized under state statutes and local ordinances.
  • Funded through court fines (not taxes).
  • Designated area boundaries approved by the Orange County Board of County Commissioners.

 

HOW IT WORKS

- The program provides access to funds for safety, communication, and beautification projects that meet program criteria.

- Groups provide a voice for the community and connect citizens to information and resources.

- Action Plans and a Leadership Board of resident volunteers guide projects and activities.

- Community meetings are held at least quarterly.

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Few are born Leaders though they find Potential and Purpose through Necessity and Innovation.  This Group has been developed through time to make our local area Safe and Free and to be more UNITED for citizens to have a civil and fulfilled way of life.

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We welcome you to our Community Garden at our O.V. Park on 1 N. Powers Dr., and Garden Plots are available.  You may apply for a Plot or two 
at $15/plot/yr. Renewal is in May.

The Community Garden

is located behind

the Shuffle board court.

We have seasonal meetings at the OV Chamber Hall.  Especially for new Members.  This is yet another way for our community to get together.  Find out what it's like to work the Soil and Fertilize Naturally - and get fresh Produce.  We use no pesticides. Call Claudia at 407-222-1208

Orlo Vista 

COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM

(C.E.R.T.)

Sign up:

Name *
Address *
Phone *
E-mail *
Reason for Applying?

Updated link https://orangecountyrecovers.com/

 

Orange County Government received $219 million in federal disaster recovery funding (CDBG-DR funds) to help communities in hard-hit areas recover from Hurricane Ian. Orange County aims to provide our residents and community partners with the most up to date information as the County moves forward with its implementation of the CDBG-DR programs.

 

PROPOSED BUDGET FOR THE CDBG-DR PUBLIC SERVICES PROGRAM

The CDBG-DR Public Services Program Manual, Notice of Funding Availability for non-profit agencies, and the scoring criteria for projects submitted during the Request for Applications process will be posted on the CDBG-DR Program website in November of 2024.

 

The Orange County CDBG-DR Website is currently being updated to include updated information on the CDBG-DR program. Please keep a look out for updated information to be posted within the next 2-3 weeks.

QUARTERLY PERFORMANCE REPORT

Orange County produces Quarterly Performance Reports (QPRs) showing expenditures and accomplishments for each activity funded as required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This month, the second report was submitted to highlight activities that took place from July1, 2024 to September 30, 2024. These reports are created in HUD's Disaster Recovery Grant Reporting system and made available to HUD as well as the public. All reports can be found on the website: www.ocfl.net/cdbg-dr, under the “Reporting” Tab.  

HURRICANE RECOVERY RESOURCES

If you were affected by Hurricane Milton, please see the list of available resources below:

FEMA has declared Orange County as a designated disaster area following Hurricane Milton. Residents can apply NOW for Individual Assistance through FEMA.

www.disasterassistance.gov  1-800-621-3362

 

Small Business Administration Assistance is now available. Click the link below to learn more about eligibility and to apply.

www.sba.gov

 

The IRS is providing relief for individuals who suffered damage or loss during Hurricane Milton. Learn more HERE.

Orange County residents can register for the Army Corps of Engineers Blue Roof Program at blueroof.gov.

Additional Resources:

Mental Health Resources Helpline
Disaster Survivor’s Checklist

 

The full updated CDBG-DR timeline can be found here: www.ocfl.net/CDBG-DR.

CDBG-DR Action Plan

Approved CDBG-DR Action Plan. Please click HERE to view.

 

CDBG-DR Action Plan - Summary of Comments Please click HERE to view.

 

Newsletter

Stay informed about disaster recovery efforts in Orange County!

Sign up HERE for our CDBG-DR newsletter to receive the latest updates on programs, resources, and community initiatives.

 

Early 2025 (Tentative): Agreements for approved Infrastructure & Public Facilities, Planning Studies, and Public Services programs will be issued; 2nd RFA under the infrastructure & Public Facilities Program to open for non-profit organizations; Applications for the Homeowner Housing Rehabilitation and Reconstruction program will open.

 

 

More information will be available in our next newsletter, coming soon!

 

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Chairman Brian Harris

A Balancing Act

Alumni with Orange County Senior Academy, Active in County Workshops, OV Newsletter Writer, Pine Hills SN Director

Vice Chairman: Levi Williams

Active Member & West Side Manor Resident

 

Secretary: Sharon Thomas

Owner of Oak Crest Mobile Home Park

Long time member

 

Treasurer: Debi Meli

Long Time Dual Active Member

 

Director 1: Debra Ryan

Resident of Oak Crest Mobile Home Park

 

Director 2: Rebecca Sennott

Long time member and active Outreach Volunteer

 

 

 

Recent Meeting Speakers 

OV Station 30 Fire & Rescue