Oviedo in the News - LATEST EDITION!

MEETINGS:

August 4, 2025 - City Council Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
August 18, 2025 - City Council Meeting 6:30 p.m.

City Council Chambers

Oviedo City Hall - 400 Alexandria Blvd., Oviedo

You can also view all public meetings live on the City's YouTube Channel!

City of Oviedo government offices will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025, to observe Labor Day. Offices will re-open Tuesday, September 2, at 8 a.m.

Art in the Chambers

On May 5, 2025, the Oviedo City Council and Oviedo Public Arts Board opened the second Art in the Chambers Exhibition, displaying charcoal drawings by Ms. Wonda Granville, a local artist raised in Oviedo. Most of the charcoal drawings in the Oviedo exhibition are based on photographs of old Oviedo and old Central Florida.

Ms. Granville is an accomplished artist who has received several awards, including the best emerging artist award from the 65th Annual Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival and the purchase award from the Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation.

The free exhibition will be open to the public from May 5, 2025, until September 5, 2025, during regular office hours, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some of the charcoal drawings are for sale, and 25% of the sale price will be donated to the Public Art Fund.

A Call to Artists!

The City of Oviedo and Public Arts Board are putting out a Call to Artists! We are looking for a logo design for the newly created Oviedo Arts and Entertainment District, located in Oviedo on the Park. The logo will be placed on a white, plastic reusable 16 oz. cup. The logo will identify the approved cups to be used as an open container within the district boundaries. Artists must be 18 years old or older and reside in the state of Florida.  To send in your application, CLICK HERE
Please fill out the form completely to be considered. The artist chosen will receive $1,000! If you have any questions, please reach out to Dalia Acosta at dacosta@cityofoviedo.net.  

The deadline to submit is end-of-day August 4, 2025
Design Guidelines
Aspect Ratio: Must be 1:1 or 3:2 (vertical).
File Format: Initial submissions must be in SVG, PNG, or PDF. Final design will be required in vector format (EPS or SVG).
Color: Designs must include both a full-color and a single-color version.
Text Requirement: The logo must include the name "Oviedo Arts and Entertainment District."
 
Application Requirements
To be considered, artists must submit the following:
A completed entry form (available on the City’s website)
The proposed logo design (SVG, PNG, or PDF)
A current résumé or CV
A one-paragraph artist biography
An artist statement describing the vision behind the logo
A proposed project schedule

Get Notified!

Be sure to sign up for notifications from the City of Oviedo. You can choose which topics you would like to be notified about. When you sign up, you will be texted or emailed when events or meetings are happening. You can be informed about public City meetings, events, road closures, emergencies and city news. It is a great way to stay informed and when you see the questions about city projects on social media, you’ll have the answers!

Name that Road

The City of Oviedo would like residents help naming a new road in town!  

The road is located between Geneva Drive and North Central Avenue near Solary Park.

We don't have a name for it yet, but would love input from the public. There is no age limit to submit a name but please fill out one form per entry.

USE THIS FORM

Before you click through, please be sure to read the parameters of the submission before filling out the form.

We are looking for names that signify uniqueness of Oviedo. Those names will go to a panel, who will choose the top five names. From there, the names will go before City Council to chosen. All submissions will be vetted by staff and Seminole County.

The form will be kept available through August 29, 2025.  Have some fun and get those names submitted!

Hurricane Season Started

June 1 - November 30

Hurricane Season is just around the corner and now is the time to prepare yourself, your family and your property to make sure you are ready should a storm come.

In 2024, we had Hurricanes Helene and Milton pass over and thankfully, Oviedo was spared any significant damage. Use our website to download a checklist and make sure all the boxes are checked.

HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS WEBSITE

Register for Alert Seminole

Don't wait until it's too late! Register online now and stay informed when severe weather comes our way. You will be notified with emergency messaging that could save your life. Residents in Seminole County can opt-in to emergency notifications by text, phone and emails.

REGISTER NOW ALERT SEMINOLE

BE FLOOD AWARE

It is a good time now to be Flood Aware and your insurance policy needs to be in place 30 days before a major storm event for claims. Residents should know what they can do to protect their property before the summer storms and hurricane season. Heavy storms can come through our area on any given day during the rainy season, causing water to rise. Homes can easily flood, even if the homes/neighborhoods are not in a published flood hazard area. Here is some information the City can provide for you to help navigate through the insurance process.

If you would like to make an inquiry or need a copy of an elevation certificate or require a letter as verification, please tell us the street address and, if available, the subdivision, lot and block number. The City of Oviedo does not charge for this service. We are open from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Please contact the Stormwater Coordinator at 407-971-5682 or e-mail at akortus@cityofoviedo.net.

INTERACTIVE FLOOD MAP

Oviedo Cultural Center Rentals

Do you have an event you're planning and looking for a venue to host it? The Oviedo Cultural Center is the perfect place?

It is a full-service facility that can host events such as:

Wedding Receptions
Birthday Parties
Retirement Parties
Corporate Workshops/Functions
Training
and so much more

To see what is offered and costs, please use THIS CULTURAL CENTER INFO LINK

We have a list of vendors for use, tables/chairs/dance floor and may other amenities that come with package pricing. You can even rent the side stage, amphitheatre and lawn for your event! Free parking on site.

We are Hiring!

Here are the most up to date job listings!

Field Inspector - Full Time
Heavy Equipment Operator - Full Time
Maintenance Worker - Full Time
Police Officer - Full Time - Sign On Bonus
Police Officer Trainee - Full Time
Water Quality Technician - Full Time

The City of Oviedo is Hiring! Check out the Sign-On Bonus! We offer full and part-time positions with benefits that fit your lifestyle, including: Competitive wages, A complete Wellness plan with an on-site clinic at no cost to you, dental and vision plans, flex spending accounts and other voluntary supplemental coverages. We have a full retirement plan that includes a 401K plan with 5% matching, a 457 deferred compensation plan, Roth IRA and public safety pension plans. Paid time off includes holidays, vacation, sick and bereavement days. Other perks of the job include a free Employee Assistance Program, free recreation membership, city discounts, tuition reimbursement and best of all…a chance to advance in your career doing what you love!

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Public Works Capital Improvement Projects

The Public Works team has been busy working to establish an easy-to-use story board where citizens can check on the progress of any of our capital improvement programs and repairs happening around the city.

This map shows all projects for:

Water
Stormwater
Reclaimed Water
Wastewater
Transportation

Click on the image below and go straight to all the projects!

Electric Vehicle Charging Station Upgrades

The City of Oviedo is working with Duke Energy to coordinate the upgrades to the EV (Electric Vehicle) charging stations in the Center Lake Park Parking Lot. The work is starting Tuesday, July 15th and is expected to take several weeks, weather pending.

On Tuesday, the old EV charging stations will be removed and a new conduit will be installed to prepare for the new units.

Duke Energy, along with Miller Electric, is in the parking lot and will be working to upgrade the existing transformer next to the lift station. This requires a transformer replacement which will affect the fountain in the center of the lake, but will not affect any homes or businesses in the area.  The transformer replacement is set to begin on Monday, July 23 and will require a road closure on Center Lake Lane for the crane.  Please follow the posted detours and do not attempt to go around the barricades for the safety of the workers. This work should only take one day, weather permitting.  The sidewalk in front of the lift station will also be closed to pedestrian traffic.

In place of the older chargers will be two new upgraded EV chargers that will have the capability of charging two vehicles at a time. This is double the capacity of what the current chargers can do.

It is anticipated that the new EV chargers will be ready for use mid to late August, pending all final testing and inspections. 

 Both the City and Duke Energy are excited to bring the new technology to our citizens who utilize the stations and we appreciate your patience while the upgrade is ongoing.

Coffee with a Cop

Coffee with a Cop was a great success and we want to thank Chick-Fil-A for being the host site, providing games, the cow and even putting our officers to work in the drive-thru. (They seemed to know everyone who came through!) It was a lot of fun seeing everyone enjoying themselves and talking to our officers!

Check the Back Seat

Leaving children or pets in a vehicle during extreme heat can be deadly—even if you’re only stepping away for a few minutes. The interior of a car can reach dangerous temperatures in a very short time.

Always check the back seat before exiting your vehicle. Look for children in car seats or pets that may be riding with you.

Florida’s Good Samaritan Law allows individuals to assist in emergency situations. If you see a child or pet locked in a hot car, call 9-1-1 immediately. In our Florida heat, overheating can happen fast.

Coffee with a Cop group picture with cow

Coffee with a Cop officers at drive through

Window and Door Alarms

We are getting into our hot season and this is the time of year where we spend a lot of time outside. The Fire Department has partnered with the Wesley Seth Foundation to make drowning deaths preventable. Fill out this INTEREST FORM and we can provide you with FREE door and window alarms that will alert you if a little one goes outside to explore and play in bodies of water. Florida has the highest drowning rates of children ages 0-9. Let’s prevent drownings!

Unit Citation Awards

Oviedo Police officers always do great things and this week Unit Citation Awards were handed out to several officers for going above and beyond!

It's not about being a hero. It's about saving lives. Deputy Chief Brian Foley presented a unit citation to Officers Roderick Velazquez and Vladyslav Blagodar for their actions after a head on vehicle collision on June 17, 2025 that resulted in one of the cars catching fire. They responded and immediately began life saving efforts on one driver only 15 feet from the fire. They provided CPR and operated an AED, showing calm professionalism in the midst of chaos. Well done!

Congratulations to Sgt Justin Varkony, Detectives Junny Valerio and Brittany Warren and Officers Rishona Jerome, Frank Franze, Luis Garcia-Chow, Johnathan Lopes, Noah Reyes, Tyler Stimpson and Brian Chesnut for their Unit Citation Award that was presented this morning by Deputy Chief Brian Foley. Their actions on May 13, resulted in the Seminole County Sheriff's Office apprehending and arresting three suspects on multiple felony charges related to reports of counterfeit money use near Mitchell Hammock and Broadway. Great job by all!

On May 8, Officers Joseph Meyer, Ryan Meyer, Luis Garcia-Chow and Noah Reyes responded to a 911 call of someone being threatened with a firearm. Upon arrival, they met with the victim, took the report and because of rapid communication and teamwork, they quickly located the suspect vehicle. They were able to conduct a traffic stop and secure the firearm. We have an amazing team at Oviedo Police!

RETIREMENT

Congratulations to our two retirees from Public Safety. Lt. John Miller and Sgt. Carl Rager. Both retired last month after long, dedicated service to the City of Oviedo. You will be missed by the City and the community. Both were always smiling, had a great sense of comradarie, loved their departments and all the citizens they served. We wish them a wonderful, relaxing retirement as they move into the next chapter of their lives!

Medication Disposal Program

The City of Oviedo offers a Medication Disposal Program, which allows Oviedo residents to dispose of non-liquid medications. The program is for residential customers only and does not include physician offices, nursing or assisted living facilities, pharmacies, or any other commercial business.

The Medication Disposal Program was developed to offer you an opportunity to properly dispose of prescribed medications. An alarming number of teenagers are discovering that prescription medications are easily available to them from their home medicine storage cabinet and are not aware of the health risks of taking prescribed medications not intended for their use. Now you have a method of disposing of unused medications or perhaps those that are out of date or no longer needed for individual health needs. In addition, following the passing of a family member, we are asked to dispose of those prescribed medications safely. This program is designed specifically for that purpose as well.

Disposal

You may dispose of any non-liquid medications at:

Oviedo Police Department

Main Lobby

300 Alexandria Boulevard

Oviedo, FL 32765

Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Seminole County Sheriff's Office

1255 E. Broadway Street

Oviedo, FL 32765

Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

A self-deposit, self-serve Medication Disposal Container is located inside the main Police Department Lobby and the Seminole County Sheriff's Office. All narcotics (pain and other medications) may be disposed of at this location. As a reminder, these types of medications may not be disposed of at the Oviedo Fire Administration Office or Fire Stations.

Liquid medications can be disposed of by pouring them into coffee grounds or cat litter and disposing of them in a plastic bag in your garbage.

Official Pinning

The Oviedo Fire Department proudly announces the promotions of two firefighters to Engineer and Lieutenant.

On Friday, July 25, 2025, Oviedo Fire Chief Michael Woodward held an official pinning ceremony for Michael Radzak, who was promoted to Lieutenant and Tim Deppen, who was promoted to Engineer.

Lt. Radzak has been with the department for 11 years and has earned his certifications as Fire Officer I and II, Live Fire Instructor and has an Associate’s Degree in Emergency Medical Services.

Eng. Tim Deppen has been a firefighter for 21 years and in 2007 was recognized as Firefighter of the Year for his involvement immediately after a fatal plane crashed in a Sanford neighborhood. Deppen has been with Oviedo Fire Department since 2004 and helped plan the pre-fire plan program in the City.

“I am so proud of both of these firefighters,” said Fire Chief Michael Woodward. “Both have stepped up for the Department and the crews they work with, working hard to earn these promotions. They are well deserved.”

The official pinning ceremony was held on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Fire Station 46. Fire Chief Michael Woodward presided over the event, which was attended by fellow firefighters, command staff, and family members.

Wildlife Whereabouts Program

Looking for a fun and educational summer activity for the whole family? Join "Wildlife Whereabouts"—a new initiative from the City of Oviedo Public Works Department that combines outdoor adventure with citizen science!

Get outside, explore nature, and help track native wildlife by uploading your sightings to our interactive wildlife map. Whether you spot turtles, hawks, otters, or even something more elusive, your photos and observations can help us better track Oviedo's ecosystems and biodiversity.

Visit the City’s Stormwater Page
Scroll to the Floodplain Habitats and Wildlife Map
 Look for active species to find in your area
 Submit your sightings here

SAFETY REMINDER Please observe wildlife from a safe distance. Never disturb nests, eggs, or young animals—this is not only harmful but prohibited by law. Refrain from feeding or attempting to approach ANY wild animals. Keep kids away from snakes, alligators, and/or bears. Remember, the goal is observation, not interaction.

This is a fantastic way to keep kids engaged, support environmental education, and contribute to wildlife conservation efforts. 

Let’s reconnect with nature—responsibly.

Survey the Septic!

The average household septic system should be inspected at least every three years by a septic service professional. Household septic tanks are typically pumped every three to five years. Alternative systems with electrical float switches, pumps, or mechanical components should be inspected more often, generally once a year. A service contract is important since alternative systems have mechanized parts.

These are the major factors that influence how often to pump your septic system:

Household size
Total wastewater generated
Volume of solids in wastewater
Septic tank size

Failure to maintain or pump the system leads to surface water pollution including algae blooms, human health hazards, disease to local wildlife and harm to our ecosystem. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) more than four billion gallons of wastewater from septic systems are dispersed underground every day.

“I’ve lived in this house many years and never pumped my septic tank, is that a problem?”

If the household has more than several occupants, this could mean several things;

The tank may have a leak and the water is going directly into the ground instead of into the designed drain fields.
The tank could be full of solids, they could be slowly migrating into the drain fields and will eventually create a costly fix, potentially having to replace the whole system.

If the Grass is Greener!!! Please check your Septic Tank

Round Lake Park Public Art Meeting Saturday August 2nd 10am-11:30am at Riverside Park

PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES

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Memberships Available for Residents and Non-Residents

Riverside Ribbon Cutting and Open House

We had an amazing turnout for the official ribbon cutting of the Riverside Recreation Center! We want to thank everyone who came out to celebrate with us and enjoy the open house to see what kinds of programming we offer while giving us new suggestions! This will be THE place for seniors to come socialize, play games, get some exercise and have some fun in the mornings!

Riverside Ribbon Cutting with City Officials

Riverside Ribbon Cutting with City Staff

Wednesday Basketball Skills and Drills for Fall

Volleyball Skills and Drills 3rd-8th grade starting October 1 contact Jermaine Ashley at 407-434-9101

Homeschool Athletic Academy for k-8th thursdays contact jermaine at 407-434-9101

Enjoy Our Facilities for your Health!

Each month we will feature a place at our city facilities where you can practice healthy habits throughout the year. These spaces will include not just physical health, but mental health breaks as well!

TAI CHI AT RIVERSIDE RECREATION CENTER

Tai Chi is an Eastern martial art that combines mind and body. It is a series of slow, deliberate and gentle movements with focused breathing and meditation. It is a non-impact practice (meaning no jumping or movements that will create high impact to the joints) and is perfect for someone looking to find a gentle exercise routine!

There are memberships available for residents and non-residents.

Tai Chi is practiced every Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m.

Riverside Park is located at 1600 Lockwood Blvd., Oviedo FL 32765

Click here for more information about prices and lessons