june 2025

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Fertilizer Use Rules for Summer Months
Effective June 1 - September 30

From June 1 – September 30, you may only apply fertilizer with zero nitrogen and zero phosphorus. Enacted by Orange County, the Fertilizer Management Ordinance helps protect our rivers, lakes, and springs from nutrient pollution caused by excessive use of nitrogen fertilizers.

Remember the following when fertilizing:

• All areas of property covered by lawn, turf, and landscape plants are subject to the fertilizer ordinance.
• Deflector shields must be in place when using broadcast spreaders next to streets, inlets, ditches, conveyances, and waterways.
• No fertilizer or grass clippings shall be deposited on streets, driveways, or in storm drains.
• No fertilizer can be applied within 25 feet from waterways.
• Application sites should maintain a 10-foot low maintenance zone -- planted area with no fertilizing, mowing, or maintenance – adjacent to water bodies.
• No fertilizer shall be applied when the National Weather Service issues any advisory for severe thunderstorm, flood, tropical storm, or hurricane.

For more detailed information, visit www.ocfl.net/FertilizeResponsibly.

SUMMER FUN with PARKS & RECREATION!

Click here for a list of Parks & Recreation programs, classes, sports leagues, as well as additional details about offerings below. Questions, call 407.656.4155.

Click here to register.

All programs are held at Jessie Brock Community Center, 310 N. Dillard Street, unless noted otherwise. All aquatics programs are held at Farnsworth Pool, 1 Surprise Drive.

AMAZING ATHLETES SPORTS DISCOVERY
For ages 2 – 4 years old, this four-week mini season is designed to empower kids to discover their inner athlete and love of the sport. Together, we explore basketball with concentrated play & practice cumulating into a game. Your Amazing Athlete will have the opportunity to develop skills with practice, apply what they’ve learned with confidence, have fun with gameplay, and discover a sport they love! This program is an indoor program but may move outdoors if weather permits. 

Age | 2 – 4 years old
Basketball | June 5 - 26 
Thursdays | 6:00 - 6:50 pm
$64 City Resident / $70 Nonresident

LITTLE VETERINARIAN SCHOOL - Cat

Students will role-play the key responsibilities of a veterinarian and perform a whiskers-to-tail exam on their newly “adopted” plush cat. These future veterinarians will learn about animal body language, maintaining a healthy environment such as proper litterbox placement, create a cat toy, and design a vet clinic.

Age | 5 - 11 years old
Mondays | 6:30 – 7:30 pm
June 30 - August 4
$259, 6-week course 

SUPER SOCCER STARS – Starts Soon, Sign Up Now
For children 12 months – 4 years old, all classes teach soccer skills in a fun, noncompetitive, and educational environment. Through our age-specific curriculum, we use soccer to nurture and build self-confidence and teamwork. This activity is an outdoor activity but may move indoors in the event of inclement weather. 

Tuesdays, June 24 – August 26
Saturdays, June 21 – August 30 (no programming July 5)
Parent & Me | 12 months – 2 years old | Weekdays 5:00 – 5:40 pm, Weekends 9:00 – 9:40 am
2– 3 years old | Weekdays 5:50 – 6:30 pm, Weekends 9:50 – 10:30 am
3 – 4 years old | Weekdays 5:00 – 5:40 pm, Weekends 9:00 – 9:40 am 
$170 City Resident / $180 Nonresident, per 10-week session 
Optional purchase | $30 Super Soccer Stars Jersey 

VIDEO GAME CLUB
Gamers meet and practice weekly to train for a team tournament that will be held on the last class of each session to measure the progress of the gamers in their chosen game of Rocket League or Fortnite. Upon joining the club, children 6 - 14 years old will build friendships while also learning and developing leadership, sportsmanship, and teamwork while engaging in video game play. Children will be coached by trained Rocket League and Fortnite coaches. 

Age | 6 – 14 years old
Mondays | Rocket League | 5:30 – 6:30 pm | June 2 – June 30 
Wednesdays | Fortnite | 5:30 – 6:30 pm | June 4 – July 2
$75 City Resident / $80 Nonresident, per 5-week session
Optional Purchase | $45 Esports Team Jersey

AQUATICS

JUNIOR LIFEGUARDING
This program helps teens build the knowledge, attitude, and skills that are required to be a responsible future lifeguard. Participants learn skills such as swimming, leadership, rescue response, drowning prevention, professionalism, and teamwork. Give your child the opportunity to train as a lifeguard and prepare for their first summer job!

Age | 13 - 15 years old
Monday – Thursday | 3 weeks
June 2 – June 12 | 12:00 – 2:00 pm
June 16 – June 19 | 12:00 – 3:00 pm 
$134 City Resident / $150 Nonresident, per 3-week course

RED CROSS LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM
The Learn to Swim Program is designed to teach children, teens, and adults to swim in a positive, fun, and safe environment. Lessons emphasize skill progression, water safety awareness, and endurance. Advance registration required.

Age | 6 months old – adult
Beginning June 2 | Weekday mornings, evenings & Saturday mornings available
Morning Sessions | $88 City Resident / $104 Nonresident, 8-class session
Evening Classes | $44 City Resident / $60 Nonresident, 4-class session

WATER POLO CLINIC
Learn how to pass, catch, dribble, and shoot a water polo ball this summer. This 4-week clinic is designed to introduce your child to water polo or give them the extra experience needed to play at the high school level. This is a great introduction to the exciting game of Water Polo! Two 4-week sessions are being offered this summer.

Age | 11 - 14 years old
Mondays & Wednesdays | 6:30 – 7:30 pm
June 2 – July 23 | $122 City Resident / $138 Nonresident, 16 classes
June 2 – June 25 | $72 City Resident / $88 Nonresident, 8 classes

ACTIVE 50+

AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE
Insurance reduction and driver refresher course! Up to 10% discount after completion of course depending on your insurance provider. Advance registration required as classes can be cancelled due to low enrollment.

Monday, June 23 & Tuesday, June 24 | 5:00 – 8:00 pm (both days)
$20 AARP Member / $25 Non-AARP Member
Jessie Brock Community Center, 310 N. Dillard Street 

ADVENTURES IN CRAFTDOM
Let your creativity run wild as you create a unique craft item. Supplies furnished. You will walk out with a finished product. Registration required as availability is limited. 

Sea Glass Wind Chime:  You will use wire and string with recycled sea glass beads to hang from a bamboo rod that will magically catch the light and twinkle in the wind.

Tuesday, June 10 | 1:30 – 3:30 pm
Tanner Hall, 29 W. Garden Avenue
$15 fee to be paid on day of class

SWITCH BOWLING LEAGUE
Do you still have a passion for bowling, but do not have the time, energy, or strength to make it to the lanes? Teams of two are forming now for a new Switch bowling league. Teams will choose their weekly bowling time and partner before the first week of bowling.

June 9 – August 15 (10 weeks)
Startup meeting | June 6 at 1:30 pm
$1 per person, per week (due first week of bowling)

DAY TRIP | ROUTE 66 – WINTER PARK PLAYHOUSE
Jump in the car and enjoy a high-octane musical celebration along the iconic ROUTE 66! Beginning with the sounds of 1950s Chicago and traveling along the "Main Street of America" to the California coast with surf music of the 1960s, this exciting musical revue features four men singing 34 of the greatest "Rock 'n' Road" hits of the 20th century. Songs include "Dead Man's Curve," "King of the Road," " Little Old Lady from Pasadena," "Beep Beep," "Little GTO," "Fun, Fun, Fun," and many more. Get your kicks with this smash coast-to-coast hit musical! Dutch treat lunch before the performance. Fee includes transportation and admission. 

Thursday, June 5 | 10:30 am – 5:30 pm
$55 City Resident / $59 Nonresident

RAILROAD MUSEUM

Exhibition:

Magic on the Rails: the Trains of Walt Disney World 

Journey through time as we look at the history of the trains at Magic Kingdom. These century-old locomotives pull millions of guests annually on their grand circle tour at Walt Disney World.

Now – August 30

Central Florida Railroad Museum
101 S. Boyd Street | cfrhs.org | 407.656.0559
Tuesday – Friday| 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Saturday | 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Free Admission

The City currently has great career opportunities available for those with EXPERIENCE and for TRAINEES. The City offers competitive wages and full-time employees are eligible for generous benefits, pension, & tuition reimbursement plan. Click here to review all available positions and for additional information on position responsibilities and minimum qualifications. Several examples of our career opportunities include:

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:
Building Inspector / Plans Examiner II (Full-Time): Performs inspections and plan reviews of buildings and structures, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical installations that require considerable knowledge in the electrical, carpentry, plumbing, building construction, or mechanical field, as well as in-depth knowledge of all applicable codes and ordinances. Requires five (5) years of experience, with a minimum of two (2) years in construction, building code inspection, or plans review. Requires a State of Florida Residential Inspector, as well as two of the following: Standard Inspector or Standard Plans Examiner license in Building, Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing.

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT:
Facilities Electrician (Full-Time): Performs responsible journey-level electrical work involving the installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment, machinery, power appliances, fixtures or other electrical components. Work is subject to review while in progress and upon completion for compliance with acceptable electrical standards. Three (3) years of recent full-time building maintenance experience in commercial buildings and/or facilities is preferred.  High school diploma or GED and one (1) year of education at a recognized electrical training institution and two (2) years of electrical field experience or an equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience needed. Must be able to pass CJIS online security training and background check. Valid Florida Driver’s license and ability to maintain satisfactory driving record is required. Must be able to obtain Journeyman Electrical Competency Card within six (6) months of employment.

PARKS:
Events Coordinator (Full-Time): Responsible for assisting with the coordination, support, and ongoing monitoring of all City events, which requires flexibility and availability to be on-site during all events, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Key responsibilities including assisting with the planning, marketing, production, and execution of City-wide special events, as well as providing support, as assigned, for other City-sponsored community events and priorities. Excellent logistical planning and coordination skills; well-developed critical thinking skills; and a proven ability to exercise independent and sound judgement; and appreciate, value, and consider diverse perspectives while being able to persuade, negotiate, influence, and participate collaboratively with partners and stakeholders in this role is vital to its success.

Landscaper – Public Services Worker I(Full-Time): Needed to perform grounds keeping and landscape maintenance of City parks, grounds, and facilities.  Responsibilities include use of equipment to install, care for, and maintain turf, shrubs, trees, ground cover, plant containers, and seasonal plantings. Performs irrigation maintenance as needed. Assists with preparation, set-up and removal of decorations for special events, including holiday events. Performs custodial services at parks and other City owned facilities and buildings. Must have experience with the use of landscape equipment and performing manual labor.

PUBLIC SERVICES:
Collection Field Technician II – Wastewater Collection System Operator (Full-Time): Minimum of two (2) years of experience with wastewater collection systems to include pipeline cleaning and maintenance, pipeline repair and rehabilitation; and an understanding of inflow, infiltration and basic system inspection and testing.  Must have knowledge and experience with pump installation and repair and lift station equipment and maintenance. Possession of a valid Florida Water & Pollution Control Operations Association Wastewater Collection System Operator C Certificate is preferred. Possession of a valid Florida CDL Driver’s License Class B with air brake and tanker endorsements within 90 days. High school diploma or GED certification preferred. Must be available and willing to answer emergency or service calls after normal working hours.

Lift Station Operator (Full-Time): Perform responsible skilled labor including the repair, maintenance, adjustment, inspection and have a knowledge of the mechanical and electrical equipment involving lift stations. Performs a variety of maintenance, construction, repair or location tasks involving lift station, force mains etc. Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a Field Technician I or related experience. Possession of a valid FWPCOA Class “C” Wastewater Collection Certification. Florida CDL Driver License Class “B” with air brakes and tanker endorsements. Based on FMCSA regulations, applicants for employment and existing employees in positions requiring a CDL are subject to pre-employment, post-employment, and ongoing testing for controlled substances and alcohol as a condition of employment. High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred. Must be available and willing to answer emergency or service calls after normal working hours.

PUBLIC SAFETY:
911 Dispatchers  (Full-time): Experienced or Trainees to coordinate incoming calls for service with Police resources, assess/prioritize calls, dispatch Officers, maintain/monitor Officer responses, conduct/enter inquiries, relay information, and help with lifesaving instructions.  Must have the ability to type proficiently at a minimum speed of thirty (30) words per minute. An online assessment is required. 

SIGN-ON BONUS for 911 Dispatchers!
There is a $2,000 sign-on bonus for entry level candidates and up to $5,000 for experienced Dispatchers. 

Community Service Officer  (Full-time): Develops and maintains positive relationships with neighborhood organizations and residents in an effort to increase community-police cooperation and to promote crime prevention and safety theories and practices that can be implemented in communities to deter criminal activity. Serves in a para-police capacity, assists sworn officers with various duties, respond to traffic accidents and parking violations, and performs other non-emergency calls for assistance. Must have valid Florida driver’s license, reside within 35 driven miles of the police station. This position requires no tobacco usage of any kind within the past year and no drug use within the past three years. Must be available to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, various shifts, and overtime, as needed.

City Government Serving You

MAYOR

John Rees, District 5 - Citywide
407.656.7372
jrees@cwgdn.com

COMMISSIONERS

Lisa L. Bennett, District 1, Mayor Pro-Tem
407.877.5131
lisa.bennett@cwgdn.com

Iliana R. Jones, District 2
407.877.5132
Iliana.jones@cwgdn.com

Chloe Johnson, District 3
407.877.5133
chloe.johnson@cwgdn.com

Colin Sharman, District 4
407.877.5134
csharman@cwgdn.com

CITY MANAGER

Jon C. Williams
407.656.4111 ext. 2267
jwilliams@cwgdn.com