The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) and the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) today activated the Business Damage Assessment Survey in response to Hurricane Ian. [Read more…] about The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Activates Business Damage Assessment Survey to Evaluate Impact of Hurricane Ian on the State’s Businesses
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Florida National Guard Response to Hurricane Ian
Following Governor DeSantis’ authorization, a total of 5,000 Florida Guardsmen are being activated to State Active Duty and pre-positioned at armories across the state for Tropical Storm Ian response operations. [Read more…] about Florida National Guard Response to Hurricane Ian
SunRail Customer Advisory Committee Meeting Rescheduled
The Central Florida Commuter Rail Commission’s Customer Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting originally scheduled for September 29, 2022, has been rescheduled to Wednesday, October 5, 2022. [Read more…] about SunRail Customer Advisory Committee Meeting Rescheduled
FDOT Begins Locking Down State Drawbridges for Hurricane Ian
In Martin, St. Lucie and Palm Beach Counties
In preparation for Hurricane Ian, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), in coordination with the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), will begin locking down state drawbridges beginning today, Sept. 27 at 12 p.m. in Martin, St. Lucie and Palm Beach Counties. [Read more…] about FDOT Begins Locking Down State Drawbridges for Hurricane Ian
Conservatives for Clean Energy Florida Praises Governor DeSantis During National Clean Energy Week
I am writing to thank Governor DeSantis for his proclamation recognizing September 26-30 as National Clean Energy Week 2022 in Florida. [Read more…] about Conservatives for Clean Energy Florida Praises Governor DeSantis During National Clean Energy Week
SunRail Service Suspension Tuesday, September 27, 2022
In anticipation of Hurricane Ian, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is suspending SunRail service beginning Tuesday, September 27, 2022. [Read more…] about SunRail Service Suspension Tuesday, September 27, 2022
State Road (SR) 80/Southern Boulevard Bridge Replacement Project over the Intracoastal Waterway
Channel Closure/Drawbridge Openings Suspended
The navigable channel through the SR 80/Southern Boulevard Bridge will be closed to marine traffic from 7 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 26, 2022, through 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, weather permitting, as the temporary bridge’s lift span is removed. [Read more…] about State Road (SR) 80/Southern Boulevard Bridge Replacement Project over the Intracoastal Waterway
Youth Coastal Fishing Bill Introduced
The bill would establish a grant program to fund fishing programs for children
Legislation was introduced yesterday in Congress to provide opportunities for youth to enjoy the outdoors. [Read more…] about Youth Coastal Fishing Bill Introduced
State Sen. Ana Maria Rodriguez, State Rep. Daniel Perez, And State Rep. David Borrero In Partnership With City Of Sweetwater Mayor Orlando Lopez To Bring Free Dental Screenings For Children Via Florida’s Department Of Health Miami-Dade
On Wednesday, October 5th, 2022, in honor of National Dental Hygiene Month, children ages 0-12 will have the opportunity to receive a free dental screening courtesy of the Florida Department of Health’s Miami-Dade offices. [Read more…] about State Sen. Ana Maria Rodriguez, State Rep. Daniel Perez, And State Rep. David Borrero In Partnership With City Of Sweetwater Mayor Orlando Lopez To Bring Free Dental Screenings For Children Via Florida’s Department Of Health Miami-Dade
SunRail and Autism Society of Greater Orlando Host “Art for Rail Safety” at Orlando Museum of Art
On Thursday, September 22, 2022, from 10-11 a.m., students of Autism Society of Greater Orlando (ASGO) art class in partnership with SunRail and Orlando Museum of Art will showcase their original works of art promoting SunRail safety in honor of Rail Safety Week, September 19-23. [Read more…] about SunRail and Autism Society of Greater Orlando Host “Art for Rail Safety” at Orlando Museum of Art