General Meeting, 3rd Tuesday
March. 18th, 7 PM
at the OV Chamber Hall
Agenda:
1. Moving forward in 2025
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 is 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 more civil and prosperous way of life.
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For the Community Garden, there are more Garden Plots available
at our O.V. Park - to apply for at $15/yr.
Community Garden Meeting
Coming Soon, OV Chamber Hall. Especially for new Members. Time to work on the Soil and Fertilize Naturally. Call Claudia at 407-222-1208
Kathleen Donnelly is an
experienced Medicare Counselor
Are you 65 or older?
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.
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!
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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
Vice Chairman: Barbara Milliken-Davis
A new member;
Orlo Vista Resident
Secretary: Sharon Thomas
Owner of Oak Crest Mobile Home Park
Long time member
Treasurer: Kumarie Baboolal
Accountant and our Partner of the C.O.P.S. Program
Director 1: Debra Ryan
New Member & Resident of Oak Crest Mobile Home Park
Director 2: Rebecca Sennott
Long time member and active Outreach Volunteer
Director 3: Levi Williams
Active Member & West Side Manor Resident
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