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Public Information Meeting for SR 50 Improvements

Jan 11th, 2012

The Florida Department of Transportation is holding a public information meeting regarding plans to widen SR 50 (Colonial Drive) from Dean Road to Old Cheney Highway. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at the Spirit of Joy Church at 1801 Rouse Road, Orlando, FL. It is a Public Information Meeting beginning at 4:30 p.m. and will end at 6:30 p.m.

The project consists of the reconstruction of the four-lane rural roadway plus adding a new travel lane in each direction for a proposed six-lane divided roadway. The project extends from Dean Road to Old Cheney Highway. It also involves adding curb and gutter with bike lanes, sidewalks, 11 signalized intersections and drainage improvements. Access to all businesses adjacent to the improvements will be maintained throughout the construction period. The final design will be completed in the spring of 2013. The project is funded for construction. Construction will take place from the fall of 2013 to the fall of 2016.

For additional information concerning the project, please contact Christopher Dabson, P.E., the FDOT project manager, at 386-943-5321 or via email at chris.dabson@dot.state.fl,us. You may also view information on the project at www.cflroads.com.

Public Works January Status Report

Jan 9th, 2012

by jennthompson.

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The Orange County Public Works Department released the January Monthly Status Report for ongoing construction projects throughout the County. This report includes all road, drainage, stormwater, traffic engineering, and transportation planning projects. Below you will find the status updates for all projects in District 4. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact me at Jennifer.Thompson@ocfl.net, or call (407)836-5881.

District 4 January Public Works Status Report

Cold Weather Safety Tips from Orange County Firefighters

by jennthompson.

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Another night of cold temperatures are expected for the Central Florida area. When temperatures drop, danger increases as people look for ways to heat their homes. Orange County Firefighters offer these simple tips from Florida’s Division of Emergency Management to remain safe and warm in your home and while you are out.

Stay indoors and use safe heating sources.
When outdoors, stay dry and wear multiple layers of loose-fitting, warm clothing.
Plug space heaters directly into wall outlets. Use of extension cords may lead to circuit overload and cause a fire.
Keep space heaters away from drapery, furniture or other flammable material. A good rule of thumb is to keep space heaters at least 36 inches from anything flammable.
Do not leave space heaters unattended.
Do not use a stove or oven as a heat source. An open oven door or lit stove burners can be dangerous and are ineffective as a heat source.
Never use grills as an indoor heating source. Charcoal and propane emit carbon monoxide gas and are not suitable for indoor use.
Candles are unsafe and ineffective as a heat source. Never leave candles lit in an unattended room or when going to sleep.
When using a fireplace, make sure it is properly vented and that the chimney is cleaned periodically to avoid flash fires.
Do not burn anything in the fireplace other than firewood and do not leave a fire burning when going to sleep.
Install smoke detectors and make sure they work.
Install a carbon monoxide detector if you have any gas appliances.
Review and practice your family’s fire escape plan.

Residents of unincorporated Orange County who need a smoke alarm can have one installed at no cost by Orange County firefighters by contacting 407-836-9081 or visiting their neighborhood fire station.