Orange County is in one of the fastest growing regions in the United States and the local county government wants to hear from residents through Vision 2050, Orange County’s comprehensive plan that will guide the community’s next phase of growth.
The Bureau of Economic & Business Research of the University of Florida estimates that by 2050, local population will increase by 700,000 people, with a total population expected to exceed 2.1 million. To prepare for this future in a smart and responsible way, Orange County has created Vision 2050 – an initiative with the goal of responsible growth and greater resilience.
The plan strives to protect natural resources and habitats in Central Florida, respect the diversity and character of established communities, increase transportation choices, encourage housing that meets the needs of every family, and connect vibrant places.
Town hall meetings are taking place throughout the county so residents can learn about the principles of Vison 2050, as well as how to participate using online tools and resources to share their thoughts.
Each town hall meeting is tailored to its region and community and will consist of brief staff presentations, question and answer sessions and panel discussions.
Upcoming town hall meetings are scheduled for May and June 2023:
Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 7pm
Orange County District 5 – Commissioner Emily Bonilla
Audubon Park Church
3219 Chelsea Street
Orlando, FL 32803
Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at 6pm
Orange County District 6—Commissioner Michael Scott
Holden Heights Community Center
1201 20th Street
Orlando FL 32805
Wednesday, June 7, 2023, 6pm
Orange County District 3—Commissioner Mayra Uribe
Taft Community Center
9450 S. Orange Avenue
Orlando FL 32824
Thursday, June 8, 2023 at 6pm
Orange County District 4—Commissioner Maribel Gomez Cordero
Meadow Woods Recreation Center
1751 Rhode Island Woods Circle
Orlando FL 32824
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 6pm
Orange County District 2 – Commissioner Christine Moore
Wekiva High School
2501 Hiawassee Road
Apopka, FL 32703
Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 6pm
Orange County District 2 – Commissioner Christine Moore
Clarcona Community Center
5771 N. Apopka Vineland Road
Apopka, FL 32818
Thursday, June 22, 2023 at 6pm
Orange County District 5 – Commissioner Emily Bonilla
Florida Technical College
12900 Challenger Parkway
Orlando, FL 32826
Monday, June 26, 2023 at 6pm
Orange County District 5 – Commissioner Emily Bonilla
Bithlo Community Center
18501 Washington Avenue
Orlando, FL 32820
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at 6pm
Orange County District 3—Commissioner Mayra Uribe
Dover Shores Recreation Center
1400 Gaston Foster Road
Orlando, FL 32812
Additional Vision 2050 meetings will be scheduled in July 2023.
