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Projects in Orlando, Florida

Below are the "shovel-ready" projects for which this city submitted in the 2008 U.S. Conference of Mayors report. You can click on a project to read (and add to) its description. You can also discuss the project and vote on whether you believe it is critical or not.

The total cost of all the projects submitted by Orlando is $527,962,527

Description City State Jobs Cost Program Type Vote Ratio
Mills 50 Main Street District Streetscape- Transportation Enhancement project including design and build out of gateways, sidewalks, drainage, traffic-calming, lighting, signage, landscaping, irrigation, and underground utilities. Orlando FL 353 $33,000,000 Streets/Roads -112
Downtown South Main Street District Streetscape- Transportation Enhancement project including design and build out of gateways, sidewalks, drainage, traffic-calming, lighting, signage, landscaping, irrigation, and underground utilities. Orlando FL 246 $23,000,000 Streets/Roads -97
Edgewater Drive Main Street District Streetscape-Transportation Enhancement project including design and build out of gateways, sidewalks, drainage, traffic-calming, lighting, signage, landscaping, irrigation, and underground utilities. Orlando FL 176 $16,500,000 Streets/Roads -82
Ivanhoe Village Main Street District Streetscape- Transportation Enhancement project including design and build out of gateways, sidewalks, drainage, traffic-calming, lighting, signage, landscaping, irrigation, and underground utilities. Orlando FL 128 $12,000,000 Streets/Roads -72
Mission Road Part 2 This critical 0.7 mile segment of the 4-lane divided minor arterial, Mission Road Project includes the 0.4 mile completion of Metrowest Boulevard. The roadway will serve as an alternate north/south route Orlando FL 428 $11,503,000 Streets/Roads -30
Downtown Orlando ITS Network-This project consists of the expansion of the Intelligent Transportation System throughout Downtown Orlando. The ITS technology uses new technology to provide congestion management and incident management capability. Orlando FL 252 $6,770,000 Streets/Roads -6
Audubon Park Main Street District Streetscape- Transportation Enhancement project including design and build out of gateways, sidewalks, drainage, traffic-calming, lighting, signage, landscaping, irrigation, and underground utilities. Orlando FL 59 $5,500,000 Streets/Roads -52
Boone Avenue Extension-While the recently completed I-4/SR 408 Interim Interchange project has improved limited access interstate mobility, it has resulted in less collector network mobility for Downtown Orlando. Orlando FL 112 $3,020,000 Streets/Roads -22
Florida Hospital Commuter Rail Station - Located just north of Downtown Orlando within walking distance of Lake Ivanhoe and Loch Haven Park and will serve one of the largest employers in Central Florida, Florida Hospital. Orlando FL 104 $2,800,000 Streets/Roads 36
Church Street Commuter Rail Station-Located in the heart of Downtown Orlando, adjacent to the existing Downtown landmark Church Street Station, providing service to the core of the Downtown business area, all major government buildings, senior high-rise h Orlando FL 100 $2,700,000 Streets/Roads 23
Amtrak/ORMC Commuter Rail Station - Located just south of Downtown Orlando, provides quick and easy mode change to Amtrak, the region's existing train service, and provides service to another leading employer, Orlando Regional Medical Center Orlando FL 74 $2,000,000 Streets/Roads 24
LYNX Central Commuter Rail Station - Located north of Livingston St. in Downtown Orlando adjacent to the Downtown Bus Terminal providing quick and easy mode change to the regional bus network. Station enhancements include 10 ft. walkways Orlando FL 56 $1,500,000 Streets/Roads 22
Pine Street Extension The extension of a 2-lane downtown street and the two-waying of an adjacent Pine Street segment are necessary for adequate traffic circulation in Downtown Orlando. Collector level traffic circulation has been impacted Orlando FL 45 $1,200,000 Streets/Roads -13
Medical City and VA Hospital Traffic Signal/ITS Interconnect - The Medical City Part of Orlando is the future home of Central Florida, VA Hospital and the UCF Medical School. The installation of fiber optic communications along key corridors Orlando FL 41 $1,095,000 Streets/Roads 25
Neighborhood Sidewalk Initiative -The Surface Transportation Policy Project ranked Metro Orlando as having the "Meanest Streets" in 2004. The City has been trying to improve the safety of pedestrians with Sidewalk Projects in the Urban Core Orlando FL 36 $970,000 Streets/Roads 8
Raleigh Street Congestion Management - The roadway on the west side of the City of Orlando continues to experience congestion and safety problems as it accommodates over 16,000 Daily Trips on a two-lane roadway that lacks left turn lanes. Orlando FL 18 $475,000 Streets/Roads 4
SR 50 /Downtown Orlando - Congestion Management Improvements - The improvements will optimize traffic flow and reduce cut-through traffic in Downtown Core Neighborhoods. The project consists of additional turn lanes approaching SR 50 (Colonial Dr) at the Orlando FL 18 $475,000 Streets/Roads 19
Regional Transit Center Parking Lot Located adjacent to LYNX Central Station and due to its ideal location, will provide a significant benefit to LYNX employees, guests, visitors, etc., and will ultimately be a hub for future rail expansion, Commuter Rail Orlando FL 15 $425,000 Streets/Roads 13
Shingle Creek Trail-Critical 1000 foot segment of a paved multi-use trail that is part of overall regional trail network providing access to multiple schools and employment areas. Orlando FL 4 $110,000 Streets/Roads -27
Parramore Heritage Park Water Retention Orlando FL 25 $3,000,000 Water -25
Water Pipeline Replacement-SR 482 Sand Lake Road from Presidents Drive to S. Orange Blossom Trail Orlando FL 10 $2,524,190 Water 7
Lake Dot/Hughey Avenue Retrofit- Orlando FL 10 $1,800,000 Water -18
Water Pipeline Replacement-Robinson Avenue from Primrose Drive to Mills Avenue Orlando FL 10 $1,400,000 Water -5
Silver Star Road FM Project Orlando FL 10 $1,300,000 Water -14
Lake Breeze Drive Sanitary Sewers Orlando FL 10 $1,200,000 Water 6
Oakley St./Pine Bluff Drainage Improvements- Orlando FL 10 $1,000,000 Water -2
Lake Eola Upgrade Orlando FL 15 $1,000,000 Water -24
Water Pipeline Replacement-Lake Holden Terrace/Albert Shores Orlando FL 10 $885,000 Water -1
Lake Monterey Area-Lift Station 27 Relocation Orlando FL 10 $750,000 Water -6
Solandra Drive Area-Sanitary Sewer- Orlando FL 10 $750,000 Water 5
Water Pipeline Replacement-Narcoossee Road Widening-Boggy Creek Road to SR 417 Orlando FL 10 $640,500 Water 11
Water Pipeline Replacement-SR 50- Good Homes Road to Pine Hills Road Orlando FL 10 $432,947 Water 0
Clear Lake Area -Lift Station 57 Rehabilitation Orlando FL 10 $100,000 Water 5
Englewood Park Area- Lift Station 16 Rehabilitation Orlando FL 10 $100,000 Water 5
Holden Heights Area-Lift Station 18 Rehabilitation Orlando FL 10 $100,000 Water 7
Lake Sunset Area-Lift Station 54 Rehabilitation Convert type lift station to submersible pump type lift station to address age, maintenance and safety concerns. Orlando FL 10 $100,000 Water 3
Malibu Groves Area-Lift Station 60 Rehabiliatation Orlando FL 10 $100,000 Water 3
Richmond Heights Area-Lift Station 65 Rehabilitation Orlando FL 10 $100,000 Water 3
Rio Grande Park Area-Lift Station 28 Rehabilitation Orlando FL 10 $100,000 Water 4
Silver Star Area-Lift Station 41 Rehabilitation Orlando FL 10 $100,000 Water 3
West Colonial Area-Lift Station 35 Rehabilitation Orlando FL 10 $100,000 Water 5
ORLANDO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT-Rehabilitation of Taxiway C-Phase 2 Orlando FL 100 $20,000,000 Airport -1
ORLANDO EXECUTIVE AIRPORT-Airfield Improvement Projects Orlando FL 20 $3,200,000 Airport -39
ORLANDO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT-Upgrade Airfield Lighting Equipment Orlando FL 8 $1,300,000 Airport -6
ORLANDO EXECUTIVE AIRPORT-Airport Drainage & Master Plan Updates Orlando FL 4 $500,000 Airport -11
Orlando Amtrak/Commuter Rail Transfer Station Renovation-1400 Sligh Blvd-Orlando, FL 32806 Orlando FL 15 $3,500,000 Amtrak 39
Park Improvements-throughout the City Orlando FL 145 $7,725,000 CDBG -29
Homeless MenÂ’s Service Center-The facility would provide 24/7 case management, supportive services (including job training, mental health and substance abuse counseling) and beds for 250 homeless men. It will be a two story 28,000 sq. ft. facility with a Orlando FL 70 $6,700,000 CDBG 31
Mission Road Part 1 The initial segment of the 4-lane divided arterial, Mission Road, will provide critical surface street access between multi-family housing areas, and industrial/retail employment opportunities. Orlando FL 234 $6,300,000 CDBG -1
Recreation Facility Improvements-Locations throughout the City Orlando FL 60 $3,800,000 CDBG -30
Homeless Assistance Drop-in Center Orlando FL 5 $2,000,000 CDBG 24
Lake Dot/Hughey Avenue Stormwater Retrofit Project Orlando FL 10 $1,800,000 CDBG 1
Englewood/Monterey Underdrain Construction Orlando FL 10 $1,100,000 CDBG 1
New Malibu Underdrain Construction Orlando FL 10 $1,100,000 CDBG -4
North Parramore Site Development-Infrastructure/site improvements for housing development in the Parramore neighborhood Orlando FL 25 $1,100,000 CDBG -4
Lake Angel/Conroy Basin Drainage Improvements Orlando FL 10 $1,000,000 CDBG -5
Oakley Street Drainage Improvements Orlando FL 10 $1,000,000 CDBG -2
Bumby Avenue Resurfacing Orlando FL 10 $985,500 CDBG 16
Orange Blossom Trail Corridor Drainage Improvements Orlando FL 10 $850,000 CDBG -3
Lake Mann Estates Underdrain Construction Orlando FL 10 $669,200 CDBG -6
Andora Street Drainage Improvements Orlando FL 10 $350,000 CDBG 0
Coalition for the Homeless-Women & Children Bathroom Facilities Renovation Orlando FL 12 $274,197 CDBG 32
Center for Multicultural Wellness & Prevention-Renovation/Site Improvement for Youth Academic Enrichment Center Orlando FL 12 $245,500 CDBG -24
Z.L. Riley Park Orlando FL 20 $200,000 CDBG -6
Mercy Drive Resurfacing/Underdrains Orlando FL 10 $185,500 CDBG 3
Quest, Inc.-South Vocational Facility Rehabilitation Orlando FL 12 $124,898 CDBG -5
Center for Drug Free Living Orlando FL 3 $35,589 CDBG -5
600 Kilowatt rooftop solar array system downtown-to increase renewable energy production in Central Florida and support the growing solar industry in Florida Orlando FL 53 $3,700,000 Energy 49
Illuminated Street Name Signs Upgrade Project -This project will provide an energy savings and improve navigation throughout the City by replacing incandescent illuminated street name signs at traffic signals with energy efficient LED street name signs. Orlando FL 75 $2,018,000 Energy 23
Reeves Terrace-Security Fencing & Signage Orlando FL 8 $500,000 Housing -17
Ivey Lane Dumpster Enclosures, Approach and Landscaping Orlando FL 2 $122,000 Housing -33
Griffin Park -Playground Equipment Orlando FL 2 $90,000 Housing -13
Citrus Square-Security Lighting Orlando FL 10 $75,000 Housing 3
Murchison Terrace Dumpster Enclosures, Approach and Landscaping Orlando FL 2 $61,000 Housing -15
Griffin Park -Demolition of Building 812 Orlando FL 5 $50,000 Housing -5
Police In-Car video cameras for all patrol vehicles. This will enhance officer safety and capture evidence from traffic stops and vehicle pursuits. Orlando FL 0 $3,238,400 Public Safety 8
The Orlando Police Department is implementing a new crime fighting and prevention tool, IRIS (Innovative Response to Improve Technology). This project uses camera technology to prevent, detect, and respond to crime throughout the City of Orlando. Orlando FL 1 $500,000 Public Safety -17
The Orlando Police DepartmentÂ’s Crime Scene Investigations Unit has identified new technology for investigating crime scenes: a laser measuring system for more precise measurements which is crucial during court proceedings & a digital recording system, Cr Orlando FL 0 $316,500 Public Safety -23
Orlando Police Department's Drug Enforcement Division is currently utilizing out-dated covert audio and video equipment. The equipment is approximately 5 to 10 years old. The division is also in need of night vision optics to assist in surveillance during Orlando FL 0 $285,000 Public Safety 1
The Orlando Police Department has employed various methods & tactics in an effort to reduce violent crime. The addition of two sworn-officers in our busiest areas would allow patrol units to increase the number of self-initiated actions Orlando FL 2 $250,000 Public Safety 13
Protective vests save lives. The Orlando Police Department utilizes different types of vests for patrol units, criminal investigative units & SWAT units all of which have manufacturers' life expectancies. Orlando FL 0 $150,000 Public Safety 28
Taser technology has improved over the years. The Orlando Police Department's officers currently use Taser Model M26 which is 2003 technology. Budget constraints currently prevent the replacement of 20% of the department's M26s with today's model X26. Orlando FL 0 $135,000 Public Safety -21
The Orlando Police Department's two specialized units, Motors & Mounted (Motorcycles & Horses) are vital units to fighting crime in the City of Orlando. These units both utilize equipment that has recommended manufacture's life expectancy. Orlando FL 0 $128,000 Public Safety 1
The Orlando Police Department's Forensic Imaging equipment has outlived its life expectancy & should any of the components fail, our department's photographic capability regarding latent prints will be severely hampered. Current budget constraints hinder Orlando FL 0 $115,000 Public Safety 11
Digital cameras have become the standard for photographing crime scenes, accidents, suspects, etc. Current budget constraints have hampered the purchase of new & replacement still & video equipment in the Orlando Police Department. Orlando FL 0 $65,000 Public Safety -6
Up-to-date protective equipment is needed to allow the Orlando Police Department's training unit to increase the realism of exercises while protecting our officers & dogs. Current budget constraints have hampered the purchase of this equipment. Orlando FL 0 $37,000 Public Safety -17
Edgewater HS-Comprehensive school renovation to meet current educational adequacy, and enhance security, technology, and efficiency. Orlando FL 750 $84,318,500 Schools 30
Odyssey MS-Construct a Relief School for the overcrowded Odyssey MS to enhance the student learning environment and eliminate portable classrooms. Orlando FL 500 $40,136,600 Schools 28
Dr. Phillips 9th-Portable Replacement project to replace old portable classrooms with permanent construction to enhance the learning environment, safety, and security. Orlando FL 200 $28,000,000 Schools 17
Nap Ford Community School- construction of permanent building Orlando FL 300 $25,378,000 Schools 56
Shingle Creek ES-Replacement of modular classrooms with permanent classrooms which may include New Classroom Buildings , Administrative Addition, Remodel Cafeteria, Media Center, Upgrade Classrooms, Replace HVAC System, Replace Fire alarm System Orlando FL 300 $23,580,800 Schools 16
Azalea Park ES Replacement-Comprehensive school renovation to meet current educational adequacy, and enhance security, technology, and efficiency. Orlando FL 325 $19,724,900 Schools 20
Citywide-All-Network infrastructure enhancements to upgrade all existing schools within Orlando to current standards to meet the educational needs of all students, faculty and administrators. Orlando FL 15 $18,000,000 Schools 35
Orange Center ES-Administrative Addition, Remodel Classroom Building, Remodel Media Center and Cafeteria, Build a new Central energy Plant. Orlando FL 310 $12,134,400 Schools 9
Boone HS-Portable Replacement project to replace old portable classrooms with permanent construction Orlando FL 150 $7,000,000 Schools 26
Citywide-All-Classroom Computer Installation/Upgrade to ensure the classroom computing environment at all existing schools within Orlando meet district standards in terms of computer availability and up-to-date software to meet the educational needs Orlando FL 30 $6,520,000 Schools 27
Rosemont ES-Portable Replacement project to replace old portable classrooms with permanent construction to enhance student learning environment and eliminate portable classrooms. Orlando FL 115 $4,800,000 Schools 12
Rosemont ES Comprehensive-Add Outside Air to Classroom HVAC Systems, Replace Kitchen Grease Traps and Fans, Upgrade Classroom Technology, Repair Roofing Orlando FL 40 $3,951,360 Schools 13
Jones HS-New school Stadium (Football/Track) at the existing practice field facility with new Bleachers, Fieled House, Restrooms, and Concessions Stands to allow all School athletic activities to occur on-campus rather than in the Citrus Bowel. Orlando FL 30 $3,800,000 Schools -33
Jones HS/Howard MS/McCoy ES-All-Site Lighting LED Lighting Test Program to replace existing incandesant lighting with new high efficiency LED lighting. Orlando FL 18 $3,750,000 Schools 8
Citywide-All-School Bicycle/Pedestrian enhancements to facilitate the convenient use of alternatives to internal combustion engine powered modes of transportation to move students to and from the schools. This would include sidewalk/biketrail improvement Orlando FL 16 $2,500,000 Schools 25
Dr. Phillips HS-Replace Chilled Water Lines throughout the campus. Replace Air Handler Units and controls. Replace Chillers #2 & #3. Replace Cooling Tower. Orlando FL 36 $2,350,000 Schools -3
Odyssey MS Relief MS-Construct Narcoossee Roadway and Sidewalk improvements to facilitate safe and efficient movement of students into this new school site. Orlando FL 20 $2,300,000 Schools 0
Jones HS-Kitchen equipment and additional Freezer, Cooler, and Dry Storage Space to support the Central Kitchen Concept which will enhance overall food service quality and efficiency. Orlando FL 12 $2,000,000 Schools -10
Magic Way-Driveway and Parking Lot Pavement and Sidewalk enhancement to promote safety at this OCPS Facilities Services location. Orlando FL 12 $1,800,000 Schools -18
Citywide-All-Site Security Fencing Enhancement Program to ensure compliance with Jessica Lunsford Act requirement that all campuses be secure from intrusion. Orlando FL 15 $1,650,000 Schools 13
Edgewater HS-Sidewalk infrastructure improvements along Maurey Rd to enhance safety of students while travelling to and from school. Orlando FL 15 $1,100,000 Schools 3
Citywide-All-Classroom Technology Installation/Upgrade to ensure the classroom learning environment at all existing schools within Orlando meet district standards in terms of audio enhancement, video projection and whiteboards to equitably meet the educat Orlando FL 15 $1,040,000 Schools 19
Citywide-All-Server Virtualization to upgrade the school computing environment at all existing schools within Orlando to current standards to meet the educational needs of all students, faculty and administrators. Orlando FL 15 $1,040,000 Schools 14
Engelwood ES-Replace obsolete technology spine to allow installation of computers in classrooms to facilitate an enhanced learning environment.. Orlando FL 12 $501,000 Schools 7
Azalea Park ES-Replace existing offsite water main with larger line to achieve required fire flow. Orlando FL 15 $500,000 Schools -1
Northlake Park ES-Security Enhancements to facilitate compliance with Jessica Lundsford Act in this school which is co-located with the YMCA. Orlando FL 14 $350,000 Schools 7
Cherokee School ES-Replace aging sewerage lift station, repave parking areas, and upgrade HVAC system to enhance safety, security, and efficiency. Orlando FL 8 $275,000 Schools 12
Stonewall Jackson MS-Perform repairs to roofs approaching end of anticipated life to ensure a quality learning environment for the students and staff and prolong the life of the facility. Orlando FL 12 $250,000 Schools 13
Lake Silver ES-Replace aging sewerage lift station, repave drives and parking areas, and perform upgrades to HVAC in selected buildings to enhance campus safety, security, and efficiency. Replace DX units (12 small) Orlando FL 5 $210,000 Schools 12
Eccelston ES-Replace the roof on Building #12 Orlando FL 12 $200,000 Schools 8
Catalina ES (old)-Parking and sidewalk improvements, restroom upgrades to ADA standards, HVAC upgrades and site improvements to facilitate continued District use of this obsolete facility. Orlando FL 8 $120,000 Schools 2
Howard MS-Facility Accessibility (ADA) campus modifications, repave drives, parking lot and sidewalks to enhance safety, security and accessiblity. Orlando FL 5 $105,000 Schools 2
Audubon Park Relie-Sidewalk infrastructure improvements in the surrounding community to enhance safety of children while travelling to and from school. Orlando FL 5 $84,000 Schools -4
Eagle's Nest Sidewalk infrastructure improvements in the surrounding community to enhance safety of children while travelling to and from school. Orlando FL 5 $75,000 Schools 22
Audubon Park (old) ES-Replace and upgrade existing aged and failing sewerage lift station. Orlando FL 10 $75,000 Schools 7
Howard MS-Replace and upgrade existing aged and failing sewerage lift station. Orlando FL 10 $75,000 Schools 11
Engelwood ES-Sidewalk infrastructure improvements in the surrounding community to enhance safety of children while travelling to and from school. Orlando FL 5 $65,000 Schools -5
Grand Avenue ES-Sidewalk infrastructure improvements in the surrounding community to enhance safety of children while travelling to and from school. Orlando FL 5 $65,000 Schools 5
Ivey Lane ES-Sidewalk infrastructure improvements in the surrounding community to enhance safety of children while travelling to and from school. Orlando FL 5 $65,000 Schools -2
Rock Lake ES-Sidewalk infrastructure improvements in the surrounding community to enhance safety of children while travelling to and from school. Orlando FL 5 $65,000 Schools -4
Boone HS-Re-pave drives, parking areas, and sidewalks to enhance campus safety. Orlando FL 12 $65,000 Schools -4
Richmond Heights ES-Sidewalk infrastructure improvements in the surrounding community to enhance safety of children while travelling to and from school. Orlando FL 5 $54,000 Schools -5
Eccelston ES ES Sidewalk infrastructure improvements in the surrounding community to enhance safety of children while travelling to and from school. Orlando FL 5 $52,000 Schools 0
Lake Como ES-Sidewalk infrastructure improvements in the surrounding community to enhance safety of children while travelling to and from school. Orlando FL 5 $52,000 Schools 3
Odyssey MS-Computer Server Room HVAC and Electrical Upgrade to upgrade the school computing environment. Orlando FL 5 $45,000 Schools 12
Washington Shores ES-Sidewalk infrastructure improvements in the surrounding community to enhance safety of children while travelling to and from school. Orlando FL 5 $45,000 Schools -4
Blankner K-8 Schoo-Consolidate Fire Alarm System (Gym and Main Building) to ehance safety and security. Orlando FL 5 $40,000 Schools 10
Audubon Park (old) ES-Parking and sidewalk improvements, restroom upgrades to ADA standards, and HVAC upgrades to facilitate continued District use of this obsolete facility. Orlando FL 32 $36,050 Schools 7
Lake Silver ES-Sidewalk infrastructure improvements in the surrounding community to enhance safety of children while travelling to and from school. Orlando FL 5 $35,000 Schools 7
Dover Shores ES-Re-pave drives, parking areas, and sidewalks to enhance campus safety. Orlando FL 8 $32,000 Schools 0
Hillcrest ES-Sidewalk infrastructure improvements in the surrounding community to enhance safety of children while travelling to and from school. Orlando FL 5 $25,000 Schools 2
Carver Facility Accessibility (ADA) campus modifications Orlando FL 5 $20,000 Schools 6
Bus Rapid Transit System – Bus Replacement: The existing Downtown Bus Rapid Transit circulator connects the Downtown Central Business District Core, City Hall, Amway Arena, and the Orange County Courthouse to LYNX Central Station, which will also serve as Orlando FL 260 $7,000,000 Transit 7