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City of Orlando - Council Meeting, July 13th, 2026

Published: Jul 13, 2026

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Public SafetyOther

District 6 Native Shannon Teamer Appointed First Female Interim Fire Chief

Commissioner Burns congratulated Chief Shannon Teamer on her appointment as interim fire chief, noting she is a product of District 6 and the first female to hold the position. He expressed support and anticipation for working with her. [cite: 169-170, 173]

Community DevelopmentCommercial

TMRW Sports Inc. Receives STRIVE Program Award for Headquarters in Orlando

The City Council approved the STRIVE program award to TMRW Sports Inc., a sports media and technology company evaluating Orlando for its headquarters. If approved, this performance-based agreement would support the creation of 195 high-wage jobs over five years with an average salary of nearly $137,000 and an estimated $11 million capital investment. This initiative aims to strengthen Orlando's sports and technology sectors. [cite: 65-68, 362-380]

Zoning And Land UseInstitutional

Florida Hospital Health Village Planned Development Zoning Expanded

The City Council approved Ordinance 2026-17, which amends the Florida Hospital Health Village Planned Development Zoning Ordinance to include approximately 2.92 acres. The land is generally situated east of I-4, west of North Mills Avenue, and south of Westchester Avenue and north of East New Hampshire Street. The ordinance also revises development conditions. The motion passed unanimously. [cite: 436-444]

Community DevelopmentOther

Orlando Fire Department Union to Support District 6 Back to School Bash

Commissioner Rose thanked the Orlando Fire Department Union for agreeing to provide food and grilling for the District 6 Back to School Bash scheduled for Sunday, July 26th. The event will offer food, entertainment, and backpacks while supplies last. [cite: 183]

Zoning And Land UseResidential

Fern Grove Senior Housing Plan Development Regulations Amended

The City Council passed Ordinance 2026-15, which amends the land development regulations for the Fern Grove to Senior Housing Plan Development Zoning District. This district spans approximately 9.9 acres and is situated north of West Colonial Drive, east of Mercy Drive, south of W.D. Judge Drive, and west of Ferguson Drive. [cite: 420-427]

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