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Sanford Business Opportunities.indd 1 10/26/2015 5:15:22 PM 2015-16 EXCELLENCE EDITION THIS IS SANFORD HISTORIC, WATERFRONT CHARM

The City of Sanford com- bines a historic downtown with a picturesque waterfront of palm trees, walkways and sailboats.

The tranquility of Lake Monroe SANFORD HAS GOT IT ALL HISTORIC DOWNTOWN will also be an opportunity to provide heritage s one of the oldest incorporated cities Picturesque First Street, the center of markers featuring information on the historical in Central Florida, Sanford is home to downtown Sanford, was revitalized to add role Sanford Avenue and the Georgetown neigh- Aa wealth of history and is listed on the historical elements such as a two-lane brick street borhood has played in Sanford’s history. The City National Register of Historic Places. Brick-lined and traditional lightposts. The City of Sanford alsohas a facade and rehabilitation program for streets, elegant storefronts and large Victorian- and the Sanford Community Redevelopment building owners in the downtown area to facilitate era homes throughout the downtown area Agency (CRA) have worked with its community private investment in the revitalization. immediately remind visitors of the City’s 19th partners, such as businesses, property owners These changes have transformed the Century origins. and residents of Sanford to create the design for City’s downtown from a sleepy, historical site Sanford is home to the Orlando-Sanford a new streetscape on Sanford Avenue between to a vibrant and enticing destination. Visitors International Airport, Amtrak AutoTrain Station, 1st and 6th Streets. This $2.3 million project and residents can be seen seven days a week a regional shopping mall, a retail mega center and is redeveloping the six-block area of Sanford strolling the City’s downtown while enjoying the new Sunrail station, a commuter rail system Avenue. Sanford Avenue is also a cultural the shops, boutiques and restaurants. A popular serving Seminole and 3 adjacent Counties. The and entertainment corridor that is becoming event held the second Thursday of each month, downtown, which once featured feed stores and an ideal location to attract new businesses called Alive After Five, brings thousands more dry good sellers, is now a vibrant commercial to Sanford. The Sanford Avenue Streetscape downtown for live music, wine tastings and art center with antique shops, restaurants and concept design integrates the needs of business displays. “Sanford’s investment in the downtown art galleries. The Saturday morning Farmers owners, pedestrians, cyclists, residents and area has set the stage for numerous events and Market in historic Magnolia Square is a popular visitors. festivals,” says Triplett. “Downtown Sanford is weekly fixture attracting visitors from a large This includes the installation of an 8-foot wide an engaging place with an authentic and eclectic area. “We recognize it is Sanford’s unique sense cultural pathway where there will be opportuni- flavor.” Through the support of the (CRA) the of place which draws people to our community. ties to feature artistic elements to this area such City has created a partnership with Sanford’s We have struck the right balance of urban as street sculptures and murals. The cultural Amtrak Auto Train to provide free round trip convenience with a hometown feel,” explains pathway of the streetscape will soon be a direct shuttle service for waiting passengers to visit and Sanford’s Mayor, Jeff Triplett. connection to Sanford’s RiverWalk. This pathway enjoy Historic Downtown.

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WATERFRONT STYLE development activity since the market low of is sure to meet even the most unique needs. Lake Monroe, a 9,406-acre expanse of 2008/2009. This permit activity is a broad mix The campus is home to dozens of degree shining blue water, borders the city of Sanford of commercial and residential development and and certificate programs in the construction, on the north side. On breezy days, sailboats re-development spread throughout the City. The technology and healthcare fields. It is also depart the Monroe Harbor Marina and dot the City has several large mixed-use development home to the University of Central Florida at lake with their white sails and bright spinnakers. projects in the permitting process or under Seminole State, which allows UCF students to Pedestrians enjoy the palm-lined RiverWalk development, which when complete, will provide complete select bachelor’s degree programs with its gazebos and swinging benches while over 200,000 square feet of mixed-use office, on the Seminole State campus. Seminole State fishermen sit near the water’s edge. retail, and restaurant space with more than 200 recently completed an $85 million makeover of The completion of the $11.2 million hotel rooms. the Sanford campus. RiverWalk in 2004 was one of Sanford’s biggest Development of the City’s 4,600+ acres of The Seminole County Public School system park improvement projects since the 1930s. The commercial and light industrial designated lands is recognized as one of the premier school lakefront amenity features a 1.2 mile pedestrian continues to enhance the City’s jobs base. Along systems in the State. They have been named an path and the Gateway at RiverWalk, completed with existing business growth, the City has “Academically High Performing School District” in 2007, a six story residential development benefited from a number of company relocations by the Florida Department of Education with an along the RiverWalk that includes luxurious to Sanford. This growth is adding quality jobs in “A” rating since the inception of district grading million dollar townhomes, office space, the aviation, and medical device manufacturing in 1999. Seminole County Public Schools are restaurants as well as specialty retail shops. sectors. ranked # 1 for all Central Florida School Districts Sanford continued to expand on this unique as measured by standardized testing (FCAT) for amenity with RiverWalk Phase II; a $4.6 million QUALITY OF LIFE Math, Reading and Writing. Crooms Academy dollar project completed in 2015. The expansion Sanford boasts a robust variety of parks and of Information Technology located in Sanford of Florida’s award winning and internationally recreation programs for all ages and interests. ranked number 1 in the 2011 U.S. News and recognized RiverWalk will continued westward Whether it is softball, basketball, an aquatic World Report as the most connected school by to Central Florida Regional Hospital. Fort interest or something a little more unique, like quantifying its comprehensive high school online Mellon Park, another waterfront feature of the the City’s famed Soap Box Derby, Sanford has infrastructures and the access students, parents City, was recently transformed into a showcase something to keep your interest and keep you and faculty have to them at school and at home. recreational facility with a unique and dynamic active. The City produces or sponsors numerous Sanford’s transportation network is also a splash pad feature popular with residents and holiday and youth programs such as an Easter major quality of life asset, whether it is the City’s visitors. The park and adjacent Seminole Egg Hunt, Youth Summer Camp, and Spooky international airport with a growing number of Avenue provide additional venue opportunities Hollow just to name a few. “In a time where domestic and international destinations, easy access to Interstate 4 and the 417 Expressway for large festivals and events. many cities have cut holiday functions due to fiscal constraints, Sanford remains one of the or the Sanford SunRail commuter rail station, it MOVING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION few communities with a broad base of programs, is easy to get around Sanford and travel to the Sanford is now the largest city in Seminole events and parades,” says Triplett. “This is due Metro-Orlando area and beyond. County, with approximately 58,000 residents, in large part to the strong relationship we have “Sanford has experienced the most growth and the City shows no signs of slowing down. with civic and business partners throughout the of any Seminole County city in the last ten years Sanford has had a 39% growth in population community.” because we have it all!” says Triplett. “We have since the 2000 Census, a growth rate which Sanford’s education options are among historic charm, a one-of-a-kind waterfront, quality is 13% higher than any other City in Seminole the best in the State including Seminole State of life amenities, and the right infrastructure in County. College in Sanford. The College’s first and largest place, and we plan to continue that growth.” Sanford has seen a continued increase in campus, SSC offers a complete curriculum that

tive. They include: Metroplan Orlando, the JEFF TRIPLETT Mayor/Managers Council, the Seminole MAYOR OF SANFORD County Chamber, Envision Seminole, the Jeff Triplett moved to Seminole Coun- Seminole County Tourism and Develop- ty in 1992 after graduating from Missouri ment Council and as liaison to the Sanford Southern State University. He has been a Airport Authority. community banker for 18 years, and he Jeff is a former Chairman of the Semi- is currently the Senior Vice President at nole County Port Authority and the Sanford United Legacy Bank. He is responsible Chamber of Commerce, including a former for a multi-million dollar loan and deposit Vice-Chairman of the Sanford Airport Au- portfolio that consists of small business thority. He has also served on the board of and commercial real estate holdings directors of the Sanford Rotary, Sanford throughout Central Florida, with a pri- Main Street, the Seminole County Small mary focus on North Seminole County. Business Advisory Board and the Sanford Prior to being elected Sanford May- River Rats baseball team over the years. or in November 2010, Jeff served as Jeff and his wife Brandi have been Chairman of the Downtown Sanford married since 1996. They have two sons, Community Redevelopment Agency. one who attends Goldsboro Elementary Mayor Triplett currently serves on sev- School and one who attends Seminole eral regional boards as City representa- High School.

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BUSINESS COMMUNITY

• Innovative, highly educated work- • Quality schools force • Award winning park system • Close proximity to two international • Recreational opportunities airports • Urban amenities within a develop- • Central location is ideal for business ing downtown core growth • Friendly hometown atmosphere • Incentives offered for quality job creation • Annual community events CULTURE

• Annual Arts Festival • Diverse urbane population • One of the largest annual gather- ings of the Scottish Highland games • Close proximity to local colleges and the University of Central Florida WINTER SPRINGS CHARLES LACEY MAYOR OF WINTER SPRINGS A young, vibrant community with a rich history, Winter Springs is one of Florida’s premiere destinations. The City offers a top-tier educational system and an excellent quality of life. Situated on Central Florida’s newest technology corridor, the Greenway Interchange District, our pro-business community’s growth center will be fueled by technology industry clusters and collaborative relationships with educational and research leaders. The City Commission has ONE OF AMERICA’S established strategic objectives to enable our City to become an economic engine for Seminole County TOP 100 BEST PLACES while maintaining the services and public amenities TO LIVE enjoyed by our residents, businesses, and visitors. I by MONEY MAGAZINE invite you to experience all that is Winter Springs.

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WINTER SPRINGS is a premier city in which to raise FLORIDA’S NEXT HIGH TECH CORRIDOR a family and locate your next business venture. Located along the south shoreline of Lake Jesup in Seminole County, Winter Springs is an upscale, highly educated community, in a full service city of approximately 33,871 residents. Residents enjoy an extraordinarily high quality of life that includes exceptional, award winning public services and facilities. There is little wonder that Winter Springs is rapidly becoming one of the best known residential and business addresses in the State of Florida. Winter Springs is well known for its many excellent residential neighborhoods that are a testament to the City’s focus on family and community. The City features award winning parks and recreational facilities, and a Town Center Winter Springs Greenway Interchange District is open district that offers the traditional true “heart” of the city for business and represents a large undeveloped land area available commerce and emphasizes a traditional neighborhood design along the State Road 417 corridor. Nestled just off the exit this con- with its mixed use development at a pedestrian scale. The venient location is a prized jewel and destined to be the next High Town Center features a broad mix of professional businesses Tech Corridor for Central Florida. This well planned, vertical mixed and retail shops with beautiful architecture and landscaping for use district is comprised of 26 development sites with over 378 acres a relaxing shopping and dining getaway. of contiguous developable land. The premiere Research Center for The city’s strategic location along US 17-92, SR 417 and SR High Tech fields has opportunities for Innovation in Aviation and 434 provides quick access to other economic, educational, Aerospace, Digital Media, Modeling, Information Technology, Life cultural and recreational assets throughout Central Florida. Sciences, Medical Robotics, Simulation and Training, Nanotechnol- The University of Central Florida, State Colleges, and ogy, Optics and Photonics, and Sustainable Energy, which could fur- downtown Orlando are just 20 minutes away. Area attractions, ther benefit from the city’s highly educated professional workforce. including scenic waterways, nature preserves, world famous Planning is underway with the goal to create a sustainable, walkable, theme parks, the space coast and Port Canaveral cruise ships research community with hotels and is designed to incorporate a are less than an hour away. The city focuses on attracting residential and business office park development with commercial highly educated, high-wage jobs and businesses to our upscale enterprises. The GID will infuse the working environment with easily neighborhoods for a better quality of life. It is easy to see why accessible amenities and all the comforts of home for live, work, and Winter Springs is one of Central Florida’s premier cities play all in an easily accessible location.

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is also home to the Verizon Financial Center and Mitsubishi Motors. Scholastic Book Fairs, the book fair division of the Scholastic Corporation, is headquartered in Lake Mary as well, and is visible along I-4, as is the WOFL television station building. Additionally, Lake Mary is home to Dixon Ticonderoga, one of the world’s largest producers of pencils and art supplies. Two of Lake Mary’s premier business locations include its high-tech corridor, located just off of I-4, and its downtown development district. Thanks to the arrival of SunRail in May 2014, this area has increased its potential for business growth and development tremendously. Other business opportunities abound in the Rinehart Business Center, midtown Lake Mary and the International Parkway area. Much of Lake Mary’s economic growth can be attributed to the Lake Mary Downtown Lake Mary Chamber of Commerce. Established in January 1923, the chamber has been continuously active since its inception, and is considered one of the oldest in the LAKE MARY state. A TOP BUSINESS COMMUNITY ocated roughly 18 miles north of development center containing hundreds Orlando, just off Interstate 4, Lake of thousands of square feet of office, LMary is considered one of the retail and industrial space. fastest growing cities in Central Florida. Today, Lake Mary is home to an upscale It serves as home to a number of high residential and business community, tech businesses, beautiful residential serving as a prime location for corporate communities, superb schools, excellent offices, high-tech businesses and light eateries and shopping galore. manufacturing operations. It is also a While the community of Lake Mary sought-after destination for young dates back to the 1800s, it did not families and professionals, and is home to incorporate until August 7, 1973. It was a diverse resident population estimated named after Mary Sundell, the wife of at 15,905. a minister, Reverend J.F. Sundell, who In its August 2007 issue, Money settled on the northern shores of the Magazine ranked Lake Mary as the lake. Lake Mary started there as a village number four best place to live in America. comprised of two small settlements called In 2014 Family Circle picked Lake Mary Bent’s Station and Belle Fontaine. It grew as one of its “10 Best Towns for Families.” primarily as a citrus-based agricultural Lake Mary hosts many corporate community until 1880, when the South offices within its limits, and offers room Florida Railroad connected Sanford to for more with a plethora of undeveloped Orlando, putting a stop in Lake Mary. acreage reserved for Class A office In the early 1970s, Lake Mary began space. As a matter of fact, Lake Mary to change into a semi-rural bedroom is currently home to a number of well- community for the city of Orlando. known businesses. During the 1980s and 1990s, Lake Mary Lake Mary is also home to the experienced tremendous growth of its American Automobile Association’s own, with an increase in residential (AAA) national office, which serves as development as well as an economic one of the area’s largest employers. It Verizon

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gallons of fuel per year, equivalent to th about 100 tons of carbon dioxide. 75 ANNIVERSARY Casselberry’s greenspace and recreational opportunities keep growing A YEAR FULL OF GROWTH as well. Just recently, the City purchased the Casselberry Golf Club that helped n 2015, the City of Casselberry’s preserve an additional 91 acres of open 75th Anniversary Celebration has greenspace within a highly congested Ibeen an exciting year full of growth area. Now under the new management and accomplishments. In January, the of Integrity Golf Company, the fairways, City was honored to be one of the six putting greens, practice areas and the cities in Florida to host the prestigious driving range are perfect for players of Smithsonian Institution’s “Museum to protect the environment, create clean all ages. Casselberry’s park system also on Mainstreet” Traveling Exhibit. energy, and reduce the carbon footprint, includes 17 beautiful parks, a Greenway Continuing throughout the year, free the “Green Up Casselberry” program and Blueway Trail system, and an off- monthly events invited over 50,000 continued to grow in 2015. This year, leash Pawmosa Dog Park. These parks visitors to be a part of festivities that the City of Casselberry became the serve as great gathering hubs for a highlighted the best of the Casselberry first municipality in Seminole County to wide range of outdoor sports including community. Spectacular large-scale replace their public roadway streetlights biking, picnicking, fishing, kayaking events included a smooth jazz concert and parks lighting with energy saving and canoeing. featuring jazz greats Warren Hill and Eric LED, or light-emitting diode fixtures. Now with the recent opening of the Darius, Memorial Day Weekend Rock N’ Also, the City was named one of the long-awaited 17-92 Flyover and the future Roll Concert with blues guitarist, Devon “Best Workplaces for Commuters” by development of the Lake Concord Park Allman and the Latin Jazz Festival with the National Center for Transit Research project in 2016, the City of Casselberry world-class musician and former lead because of its compressed work week is thriving and has much to celebrate guitarist for the Jefferson Starship and schedule (Mon.-Thur. 7am-6pm) that during its exciting 75th Anniversary Star Ship, Craig Chaquico. helps reduce vehicle miles by 160,000 Celebration. For information, visit www. Showing the City’s strong commitment miles per year and saves nearly 10,000 casselberry.org.

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Central Florida Regional Hospital’s Oviedo ER The Central Florida Regional Hospital building or brain injury. The Rehabilitation Center helps patients minimize physical or cog- CENTRALFLORIDA nitive disabilities and gain greater independence after illness, injury or surgery. Regional Hospital, Sanford, Florida It has 13 large private rooms, a physical therapy gym, independent living suites entral Flor- and 24-hour immediate access to all hos- ida Region- pital services. The Rehabilitation Center Cal Hospital, earned the highest level of accreditation a 221-bed acute on the Central Florida Regional Hospital awarded by the Commission on Accredi- care hospital located in Sanford, is the team also offer minimally-invasive tech- tation of Rehabilitation Facilities. only hospital in Central Florida recog- niques including robotic surgery using In addition to emergency services pro- nized by the Joint Commission as a top the da Vinci® Surgical System for gyne- vided at its main campus in Sanford, Cen- performer on key quality measures for cology, general surgery and urology. tral Florida Regional Hospital provides heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia The Rehabilitation Center at Central 24/7 emergency care to East Seminole and surgical care for four consecutive Florida Regional Hospital provides acute County and the surrounding communities years . inpatient medical rehabilitation for pa- at Oviedo ER, a freestanding emergency A provisional level II trauma center, tients with complex conditions such as department located at the intersection of Central Florida Regional Hospital stroke, spinal cord injury, amputations Red Bug Lake Road and State Road 417. also provides the only full-service The Oviedo ER is an 11,000 square foot cardiovascular program in Seminole facility with 12 private patient care rooms, County and west Volusia County. Its a dedicated trauma room, laboratory comprehensive cardiac services include services and diagnostic imaging, includ- open heart surgery, interventional ing CT scan, ultrasound and x-ray. There cardiology, electrophysiology, cardiac are physicians specializing in emergency rehabilitation and diagnostic services. medicine on site 24/7 and 35 full-time em- Central Florida Regional Hospital is ployees, including nurses certified in ad- an a ccredited chest pain center with vanced cardiac life support and pediatric PCI from the Society of Cardiovascular advanced life support. Average ER wait Patient Care, and is certified by The Joint times for Oviedo ER are available online Commission as an advanced primary at CentralFloridaRegional.com, or by tex- stroke center. ting “ER” to 23000. Central Florida Regional Hospital’s On September 2015, Central Florida full range of health care services include Regional Hospital broke ground on Ovie- women’s services, The Baby Suites, di- do Medical Center, bringing a full service agnostic imaging, diabetes care and edu- acute medical and surgical hospital to cation, wound care and a wide range of east Seminole County. When complete, surgical services such as orthopedics, Oviedo Medical Center will stand on 48 podiatry, neurosurgery, thoracic surgery Rehabilitation services at the Central Florida acres of land at the intersection of Red and vascular surgery. Surgical specialists Regional Hospital Bug Lake Road and Broadway Street. 10 • EXCELLENCE IN SEMINOLE: CORPORATE GUIDE 2015-16 Healthcare

Florida Hospital Altamonte Springs, Florida Patient room

te became the first and only hospital in Seminole County to offer the LINX pro- FLORIDAHOSPITAL cedure for patients who suffer from gas- troesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Altamonte Springs, Florida The LINX Reflux Management System is the only available FDA-approved device s the In Decem- to treat GERD. largest ber 2014, Flor- GERD is a chronic condition of mu- A satellite ida Hospital cosal damage caused by stomach acid campus within Altamonte ac- churning up into the esophagus. One of the Florida Hos- quired the da the common causes for GERD is weak- pital system, Florida Hospital Altamonte Vinci Xi robot, which allows its surgeons ness and abnormal function of an esopha- has been providing state-of-the-art health- to perform procedures in a minimally- geal muscle called the lower esophageal care to the community since 1973. The invasive way like never before. Using a sphincter (LES). When the LES func- 362-bed hospital cares for more than wrist-based interface, the system accu- tions normally, it prevents acid and bile 200,000 patients a year, including 81,237 rately translates a surgeon’s own hand from backing up into the esophagus. emergency patients and 22,709 inpa- motions into precise, fluid movement of However, in GERD patients the muscle tients, and oversees over 2,500 baby de- the robotic instrumentation during a pro- relaxes when it should contract, resulting liveries each year. Physicians at Florida cedure. It also provides surgeons with a in injury to the esophageal lining from Hospital Altamonte annually perform ap- highly magnified, three-dimensional view stomach acid. proximately 12,000 surgical procedures, inside the patient’s body. In addition, a Thanks to Florida Hospital Altamonte, making it the largest and most compre- fluorescence imaging feature allows for patients in Seminole County do have treat- hensive hospital in Seminole County. a real-time visual assessment of the com- ment options for GERD in the form of the In October 2014, Florida Hospital Al- plete operation. LINX System — a small, flexible band of tamonte unveiled its obstetrics unit ex- Using this robotic technology allows magnets enclosed in titanium beads con- pansion. The expansion included eight Florida Hospital surgeons to perform nected by thin titanium wires. The mag- new private rooms, bringing the total of many procedures that were not possible netic attraction between the beads helps private rooms in the unit to 26, including in the past, in the areas of colorectal sur- keep a weak lower esophageal sphincter eight large birthday suites. Florida Hos- gery, general surgery, gynecology and closed to prevent reflux. Swallowing tem- pital Altamonte also added 10 larger labor urology. porarily separates the beads to allow food rooms in a brand-new labor and delivery For patients, minimally invasive robotic and liquid to pass into the stomach. suite, whirlpool tubs and comfortable surgery means shorter hospital stays The LINX System is implanted around daybeds in every room, creating a spa- and smaller incisions with less scarring. the weak sphincter just above the stom- like atmosphere in the obstetrics unit. It also means less blood loss, fewer com- ach in a minimally invasive procedure Further enhancing the unit’s ambiance plications and less need for postoperative that typically takes less than one hour. are its upscale décor and lighting, aroma- pain medications. Generally, patients undergoing LINX sur- therapy and built-in speaker systems. Also in 2014, Florida Hospital Altamon- gery go home within one day. EXCELLENCE IN SEMINOLE: CORPORATE GUIDE 2015-16 • 11 2015-16 EXCELLENCE EDITION Healthcare • 24-hour emergency services • Medical and surgical services • Full range of outpatient care, including same-day surgery • Endoscopy • Progressive and critical care • Specialized women’s services • Women’s imaging center with digital mammography • Physical, occupational and speech therapies • Wound care and hyperbaric medicine center • Advanced diagnostics • Spiritual care services • Wound healing center • Pain management • Home health Orlando Regional South Seminole Hospital The Cardiovascular Imaging Center at South Seminole Hospital is considered state-of-the-art, offering patients the latest ORLANDOREGIONAL vascular technology and both invasive and noninvasive procedures performed South Seminole Hospital, Longwood by radiologists and cardiologists who are experts in diagnosing and treating all outh Seminole Hospital is part of types of heart disease. Orlando Health, a $1.9 billion not- Orlando Health is also one of Central for-profit healthcare network of nine S Florida’s largest employers, with nearly hospitals and care centers in the Orlando 16,000 employees and more than 2,500 region. The 206-bed acute care hospital affiliated physicians. Each day Orlando was founded in 1984, and is located Health receives over 110,000 inpatient in Longwood on State Road 434. The admissions and nearly 690,000 outpatient hospital’s 30-bed emergency department visits each year. In all, Orlando Health is able to accommodate over 60,000 (FSAM). Next year he will be named serves 1.6 million Central Florida residents patients annually. Smart Care service, for president. In June 2015, he was a keynote and nearly 3,000 international patients minor emergencies, is available. South speaker at the Orange County Prescription annually. Additionally, Orlando Health Seminole Hospital is also proud to be home Drug Abuse Summit at Winnie Palmer provides approximately $239 million in to Seminole County’s only permanently Hospital. support of community health needs, and based trauma helicopter, ready to provide Outpatient mental health services at is affiliated with the Children’s Miracle immediate access to the region’s only level South Seminole Hospital are provided by Network and the Council of Teaching one trauma center at Orlando Regional the behavioral specialists department, Hospitals and Health Systems (COTH). Medical Center. which is located in a building adjacent to Another specialty of South Seminole the hospital’s campus. Hospital is its reputable behavioral health Also adjacent to Orlando Health is center for adult and youth counseling. Physician Associates, one of the largest Bilingual patient care is offered at South multi-specialty practices in Central Florida. Seminole Behavioral Health, an 80- The group consists of more than 90 bed inpatient department providing physicians in more than 20 locations. comprehensive care for adults, adolescents In addition to Physician Associates, and children with mental health diagnoses South Seminole is also home to Orlando as well as addictive behaviors stemming Health Family Medicine, a family-oriented from drug and alcohol use. The facility has medical practice founded on the principles three adult units, a unit for adolescents and of building strong relationships between children, and a unit for adults requiring an patients and physicians. The practice’s intensive level of care. three physicians provide patients the Dr. Timothy Huckaby, head of the benefit of years of experience treating a behavioral health center at South Seminole variety of medical conditions. Hospital, was named the vice president of Other services at South Seminole the Florida Society of Addiction Medicine Hospital include the following: Xenex, the germ-fighting robot 12 • EXCELLENCE IN SEMINOLE: CORPORATE GUIDE 2015-16 Cities

Seminole THE CITIES OF SEMINOLE COUNTY County OFFER RESIDENTS AND VISITORS ALIKE TONS OF ATTRACTION AND ENTERTAINMENT Oviedo On the north side of Mitchell Hammock Road, east of State Road 434, the city of Oviedo is expanding its downtown approximately 50 acres to include a new mixed use develop- Altamonte Springs ment. Known as Oviedo on the Park, this The city’s main attraction is Uptown festivals offered in the area, including Red development will feature residences, a Altamonte, an outdoor town center Hot & Boom, a major annual fireworks commercial business district and retail and central business district. This city festival that takes place every July 3. Red establishments. center incorporates apartment buildings Hot & Boom draws over 100,000 patrons The new Center Lake Park is the cen- and high rise condominiums and mixed yearly, includes musical performances ter of Oviedo on the Park. It includes use shops and retailers. The Cranes by acclaimed entertainers, and is Central a cultural center with a large banquet Roost Park area includes a square for Florida’s largest Independence Day room, a large outdoor amphitheater, a events, and features a choreographed celebration. small outdoor stage, a veteran’s tribute, water fountain show that entertains with After nearly a decade of increasing a wet deck, a dog park, a playground, a boat house for paddle boat rentals and a 20-minute performances at 7, 8 and 9. traffic, Cranes Roost Park is in need of lakeside promenade. Cranes Roost Park is popular with repair. As such, the city of Altamonte In August 2014, BJ’s Restaurant & Altamonte Springs residents and visitors Springs plans to undertake an extensive Brewery opened across from the Oviedo alike, mainly due to the number of free improvement project for Cranes Roost. Mall. Besides these draws, part of Oviedo’s southern charm comes from the chick- Places in October 1990. In addition to the ens that roam its downtown area. The Longwood Hotel, the Longwood Historic chickens are popular with residents and District houses the 1873 Inside Outside visitors alike, and have been featured on House, the 1879 Christ Episcopal media promoting one of Oviedo’s yearly Church and the 1885 Bradlee-McIntyre festivals, A Taste of Oviedo. Speaking of festivals, Oviedo offers plen- House. The Longwood Historic District ty. In addition to the Taste of Oviedo, there also contains city hall and city adminis- is the city of Oviedo’s July 4 celebration, tration buildings and the 10,000 square Kidstravaganza, the Home and Hurricane Longwood foot, $1.4 million community building, Expo, the Winter Springs Festival of the Longwood is a historic community in available for special events. Arts and the Oviedo Historical Society’s Seminole County that provides visitors Longwood visitors can enjoy the monthly farmers market. with plenty of small-town charm. sights and sounds of this historic city Another popular Oviedo event is the Longwood’s main attraction is its though a historic walking tour, which Great Day in the Country Arts and historic district, which encompasses takes them past every historic structure Crafts Festival. It is the largest festival roughly 190 acres, and which became of note. Most visitors can complete the in Oviedo, with more than 350 arts and part of the National Register of Historic tour in an hour. crafts booths and two stages featuring local entertainment. No description of the cities of Seminole County would be complete without including the three remaining metropolitan areas, each offering residents and visitors alike their own unique feel. They are: Altamonte Springs, Casselberry, and Longwood.

EXCELLENCE IN SEMINOLE: CORPORATE GUIDE 2015-16 • 13 2015-16 EXCELLENCE EDITION Seminole Sports

Features for the upcoming sports complex are as follows: • 15 state-of-the-art lighted athletic fields • Six natural turf fields for baseball and softball • Four synthetic turf fields for baseball, softball, lacrosse, soccer, and field hockey • Five synthetic turf fields for baseball, softball, lacrosse, soccer and field hockey • All fields equipped with fixed and portable fencing options Additional sports complex features will include the following: • Ample restrooms • Central picnic area • Batting cages • Bullpens adjacent to athletic field dugouts Seminole • Ample warm-up/assembly areas County for players and groups • Spectator bleachers with shade cover at each field • Three centrally-located concession/hospitality buildings • Administration building with SEMINOLE SPORTS park offices, meeting space and NEW SPORTS COMPLEX STARTING 2016 restrooms tarting in 2016 Seminole County generating millions for the local economy. represents spending by visitors at nearby will be home to a new 102-acre Local residents will be able to use the hotels and restaurants, retail stores and Samateur sports complex that will sports complex as well. It will draw up other businesses. host hundreds of top youth and amateur to 63,000 athletes and spectators, and HKS Architects Inc. is the project sporting events. The tournament- can generate more than $10 million in architect for the sports complex, Wharton- quality sports complex, which will open economic impact each year. Additionally, Smith Inc. is the general contractor and in 2016, will provide multi-purpose the sports complex also creates both CPH Engineers is the civil engineer. fields, designated baseball and softball temporary construction jobs and some When complete, the Seminole fields, a central pavilion and dedicated permanent positions in Seminole County. County sports complex will join others amenities for both players and spectators. According to the National Association in the area bringing sporting events to The complex will also feature multiple of Sports Commissions, an Ohio-based Central Florida. These include Apopka’s artificial turf fields, which can be used group that represents tournament Northwest Recreation Complex, located for lacrosse. Other features will include a organizers and facilities, families spent an just north of Ponkan Road. Built in 2000, pavilion, walking paths, a playground and estimated $7.68 billion traveling with their it features 12 diamonds — six for baseball an area for food trucks. Seminole County children to youth-sports tournaments and six for softball — tennis courts, will use a mix of revenues, including around the country in 2011. Since volleyball courts and 14 fields for soccer, tourist taxes, to pay for bonds to build then, youth sports travel has become lacrosse and football. the complex. one of the fastest-growing segments Over the years, it has hosted large The $27 million sports complex broke in the travel industry. According to a regional tournaments drawing athletes ground in April 2015. It will be located Seminole County study, one tournament from across the country, including a near the Orlando Sanford International at the complex could draw about 1,900 three-day Little League tournament that Airport, off of East Lake Mary Boulevard. people, with 17 events in the first year drew 160 young athletes and nearly 1,000 When complete, it is anticipated to earning about $19 million for the local people from eight Southeastern states — draw thousands of visitors to watch and economy. With five years and additional Florida, West Virginia, Georgia, North play in tournaments, filling area hotels tournaments, the local economic benefit Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee, Virginia and restaurants in the process, while could rise to $25 million. This figure and South Carolina.

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Art Woodruff Jeff Triplett Commissioner Mayor District 1 anford is a significant cultural and business hub for the Central anford is the County Seat located along Lake Monroe and is one of the oldest cities S Florida region. With its showcase waterfront, extensive transporta- Sin Central Florida. It is home to a wealth of history and is listed on the National tion network, distinctive cultural corridor and historic downtown. Register of Historic Places. Sanford is more than just a city rich in history. It is a place where Sanford is the largest city in Seminole County with over 55,000 residents and no everyone feels like they belong and the spirit of southern hospitality signs of slowing down. We have had a constant growth in population since the 2000 Census, a growth rate higher than any other city in Seminole County. is experienced on every street corner. Take the time to stroll the res- Dr. Velma The City of Sanford continues to experience an increase in development activity. idential streets that are lined with beautiful city parks and hundreds Williams of turn of the century homes, adorned with hundred year old oaks Commissioner Sanford has several large mixed-use development projects being planned or under District 2 development, which, when complete will provide over 200,000 square feet of that whisper the secrets of the past. Sanford’s RiverWalk is a per- mixed-use office, retail and restaurant space with more than 200 new hotel rooms. fect place to take an afternoon stroll and lends a picturesque place to Development of the city’s 4,600+ acres of commercial and light industrial designated watch the sun set over Lake Monroe. lands continues to enhance the city’s jobs base. Along with existing business growth, First Street is the center of the historic downtown. Historic build- the city has benefited from a number of recent company relocations to Sanford. This ings, revitalized brick streets and period appropriate light posts are growth is adding quality jobs in aviation, information technology, manufacturing a few of the things that will transport your spirit back in time. The and medical device sectors. Victorian-era cottages that adorn the surrounding residential area are Sanford is home to the Orlando-Sanford International Airport, Amtrak’s Auto Randy Jones lovingly restored and framed with gingerbread trim and picket fences. Commissioner Train, a SunRail commuter train station and the Seminole Towne Center Mall. We invite you to our wonderful city to savor our history and pride District 3 Our historic downtown is a vibrant commercial center with antique shops, in our past. Make Sanford your next destination in Central Florida! restaurants, and art galleries. Visit the Historic Sanford Welcome Center, the hub for information The City of Sanford has experienced the most growth of any Seminole County city in the last ten years, because we have it all! Sanford offers an authentic on Sanford Florida businesses, arts and events. experience, historic charm, a one-of-a-kind waterfront and quality of life Visit the Farmers Market, enjoy the antique shops, boutiques, amenities second to none. I invite you to explore our city and see what we’re all restaurants and be sure to take a delightful walk along the lake. about. THIS is Sanford! Also, drive up and down the streets to see the wonderful Victorian u Patty Mahany architecture. Commissioner Jeff Triplett District 4 Mayor, City of Sanford

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The natural features which attracted General Henry It has become an academic and research Sanford to purchase 12,547 acres of land and plan a leader in many arenas such as computer town in 1870, contributed favorably to the early success science, business administration, educa- of the city. The City of Sanford today offers favorable tion, science, hospitality management, Quality economic development opportunities to businesses of modeling and simulation, engineering all kinds while offering a quality level of services and and computer science and digital media. of life... amenities for residents. Seminole State College (SSC) of Historic Downtown Sanford Florida has its main campus in Sanford. SSC is a full-service education provider Sanford’s downtown is a historic hot spot combining offering four-year degrees and two-year retail and galleries, office and commercial with a growing college-credit degrees (A.A. and A.S.), theatre and restaurant/entertainment center. specialized career certificates, continuing professional education, and an array of The City of Sanford hosts many cultural events throughout culturally stimulating events including the year providing opportunities for families and visitors theatrical and musical performances, to enjoy the many public facilities and amenities offered planetarium shows, and culturally by the City. The Sanford Museum houses exhibits illustrating the history of the City of Sanford and the life and times of City founder Henry Sanford. Built as a memorial to Henry Sanford, the museum houses his library and manuscript collection as well as a collection of 19th century decora- tive arts which belonged to the Sanford family. Henry S. Sanford, 1823-1891, was a lawyer, diplomat, and innovator in the production of citrus. His papers reflect his entire career and contain information on diplomatic matters and business during the Victorian age. His library contains books and magazines in seven languages which cover law, politics, religion, science, and popular fiction. Alive After Five Education relevant guest speakers. It is also one The second Thursday of every month hosts of the largest employers in Seminole Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center: The for- Sanford Public Schools: Seminole Coun- Alive After Five which is Central Florida’s County. Seminole State College recently mer Helen Stairs Theatre for the Performing Arts, ty Schools are renowned for excellence. largest recurring monthly street party with approved a partnership that would build the landmark restored Ritz Theatre building of MONEY magazine identified Seminole live music, local artists, food and craft beers a $10 million wellness center that will 1920’s Vaudeville fame, is now known as the Wayne County schools as one of the top 100 in a beautiful historic town. include clinics, a pharmacy, YMCA and Densch Performing Arts Center and produces an school districts in the nation in terms athletic department here in Sanford. annual season of “named” entertainment shows Parks and Recreation of offering high quality education in a along with housing Seminole County’s repertory moderately priced community. The school Sanford sits on the south shore of Lake Sanford Healthcare theatre adult and youth company. Activities at the district has been recognized every year Monroe, providing a waterfront backdrop Central Florida Regional, a quality HCA Theatre alone bring over 50,000 people to downtown since 1992 for being in the top 10% of the for walking, jogging or just enjoying the hospital is located in the immediate Sanford annually. nation’s 15,600 school districts as meet- natural beauty. RiverWalk, with its gazebos Sanford Area, surrounded by a growing ing the needs of families choosing schools. and swinging benches has 1.2 miles of medical community of physician Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens Besides Seminole County had 87% of their schools pedestrian walking paths. Along the way groups and medical services. Sanford seeing over 500 animals representing nearly 200 spe- rated A or B schools. NEWSWEEK you can visit Veterans Memorial Park, and Seminole County has the unique cies (that doesn’t even include the bugs in the Massey recognized all Seminole County High Marina Island, and Fort Mellon Park. advantage of being served by three Services Insect Zoo), you can take to the sky and enjoy Schools in the top 3% in the nation based Sanford boasts a variety of parks and of the nation’s leading healthcare our aerial adventure course, ZOOM Air Adventure Park, on the number of students enrolled in recreation programs for all ages and groups with four major area hospitals or bring your flip-flops and swimsuit to cool-off in the advanced placement or international interests. Whether it is softball, basketball, offering a full array of medical services. Wharton-Smith Tropical Splash Ground. baccalaureate classes. an aquatic interest, golf or something a little The only Level 1 Trauma Center in Sanford Marina more unique, like the City’s famed Soap Higher Education Central Florida and the area’s premier Restaurants, movie theaters, bookstores and other service Box Derby, Sanford has something to keep University of Central Florida (UCF), Children’s Hospital is located close by facilities are readily available “close to home”. And the your interest and keep you active. There is Sanford is about 17 miles from UCF and in Downtown Orlando. u marinas at the Port of Sanford, at the Osteen Bridge, and even a park for our four-legged friends, the is the nation’s second-largest university. Downtown offer boaters of every level ready access to Paw Park. Sanford has an outstanding, Located in Orlando, UCF and its 12 colleges Lake Monroe and the beautiful St. Johns River. Adventure historic baseball park and aquatic facility. provide opportunities to 60,810 students, meets romance on the St. Johns River as you sail through For more information about the City’s recreation offering 175 bachelor’s and masters degrees Central Florida on the Rivership Barbara Lee. programming and facilities,please visit and 31 doctoral programs. www.sanfordfl.gov or call 407.688.5103. Quality of Life in the City of Sanford is Great! Come see for yourself!

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EConoMiC oPPoRtunity SitES

The City of Sanford is dedicated to the delivery of a high standard of service that cultivates a vibrant business and citizen partnership and fosters a well-connected, economically thriving community that celebrates its distinctive historical, natural, social and cultural character.

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With a business climate that has fostered quality development, Seminole County is home to a plethora of equally dynamic corporations and headquarters such as American Automobile Association (AAA), Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Scholastic Book Fairs and MEDiAn HouSEHolD inCoME MEDiAn HoME vAluES Sears Home Improvement Products, as well as the emergence of many high tech companies, including CuraScript, NCR, Faro Technol- The median household income for Sanford residents is The median home value for owner-occupied houses in City ogies, Deloitte Consulting and Convergys. Ongoing expansion at the Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB), coupled with the $43,470 and is lower than the State of Florida and of Sanford is $114,700.00 and lower than the median home Seminole County levels of $48,637 and $58,175 respectively. value in Seminole County is $219,000 and the State of state’s largest foreign trade zone designation, has helped SFB become the third most active international airport in Florida and the 12th Florida 160,200. most active in the United States. Seminole County has prepared for growth with everything from a new expressway to pre-approved MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME MEDIAN HOME VALUE OF development sites, specialized job training and infrastructure incentives. Come see for yourself! IN tHOUSANDS OWNER-OCCUPIED UNItS The City of Sanford Mayor and Commissioners have adopted a proactive attitude, dedicated to creating an environment that is not 60 250,000 $58,175 only business friendly but also has a focus upon making Sanford a place that attracts new businesses and grows our existing businesses

through the provision of quality development, A-rated schools, ample parks and safe neighborhoods. The City of Sanford has identified $219,000 50 200,000 three Opportunity Sites for targeted development.u $48,637

40 $43,470 150,000 $160,200 opportunity Sites $114,700 The City of Sanford is dedicated to the delivery of a high 30 100,000 Sanford Seminole County State of Florida Sanford Seminole County State of Florida standard of service that cultivates a vibrant business and citizen Source: American Community Survey 2008-2012 Estimate, US Census, Source: American Community Survey 2008-2012 Estimate, US Census, partnership and fosters a well-connected, economically thriving ESRI BAO, 2015. City-Data, 2015 and Sperling’s Best Places, 2015. ESRI BAO, 2015. City-Data, 2015 and Sperling’s Best Places, 2015. community that celebrates its distinctive historical, natural, CoSt oF living HoME tEnuRE social and cultural character. The cost of living in the City of Sanford is one of the lowest in In Sanford more people own their own home (55%) and MAP PARCEl ACRES tARgEt Zoning Seminole County. The low cost of living, comparative housing fewer people rent (45%) their homes in Sanford when

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0 0% 7 8 Sanford Seminole County State of Florida l l Oviedo Sanford AltamonteCasselberryLake MaryLongwood % Owner Occupied % Renter Occupied The maps and map data represented in this booklet are provided "as is" Springs for informational purposes and must be verified for accuracy by interested Winter Springs Source: US Census Bureau, 2000 American Community Survey Source: Source: Sterling’s Best Places 2009 & City Data 2009 parties.

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Sanford Business Opportunities.indd 8-9 10/26/2015 5:15:50 PM POPULAtION BY AGE POPULATION GROWTH IN THOUSANDS Source: Research 360 60 The median age The City of Sanford has 10.5% inSanford is 33.4 65+ years grown rapidly over the u years which is 21% past 10 years. From a u slightly lower than 0-14 years population of 39,193 50 Seminole County. 23.7% in 2000, the City’s Easy to More than a quar- 45-64 years 15% population has grown ter of the residents 15-24 years to 53,570 in 2010. This 40 u are between the 29.8% shows a 36.5% growth. u get Around ages of 25 and 44. 25-44 years And an estimated About one-quarter 55,509 in 2014. 30 1990 2000 2010 2014 are between 45 and American Community Survey 2008-2012 Estimate, US Census, ESRI 64 years of age. BAO, 2015. City-Data, 2015 and Sperling’s Best Places, 2015. Source: US Census Bureau, April 2014 estimates, University Atlanta of Florida, Bureau of Economic & Business Research Jacksonville 469 miles 124 miles orlando g EDUCAtIONAL AttAINMENt INDUStRY DIStRIBUtION 22 miles g Agriculture Miami 85% Construction 245 miles Sanford 22% Manufacturing Port Canaveral Wholesale trade 65 miles Retail trade tampa g Seminole 92% County transportation, Warehousing, Utilities 109 miles 35% Information g Finance, Insurance, Real Estate Positioned for Success State of 86% Professional, Scientific, Management Sanford in conveniently located less than 45 minutes to the beaches of Central Florida and world class theme park Florida 26% Educational, Health, Social Arts, Entertainment, Recreation attractions. It is a prime location on Central-Florida’s network of roadways with easy access to U.S. 17-92, the commercial 0 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Public Administration corridor for Seminole County, and State Road 417 (Seminole Expressway/Central Florida Greenway), which links the High School Graduate Bachelor Degree Other Services City to Interstate 95, Florida Turnpike. State Road 417, also known as Seminole Way, which connects the City of Sanford or higher or higher 0 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 to the computer simulation, digital media and photonics industry groups located at the University of Central Florida, the Quick Facts from US Census Bureau 2013 estimate Employed by each industry Source: Quick Facts from US Census Bureau 2000 bio-technology and medical technology industries located at Lake Nona’s Medical Center, and the aerospace technologies located at the Kennedy Space Center. EDuCAtionAl AttAinMEnt Sanford residents have just about the same educational attainment levels as State Live here, work here, With over two million Amtrak AutoTrain: The and Seminole County averages. Over 85% of the City’s residents have high- passengers annually, moment you come on board school or higher diplomas and about 22% have bachelors degrees or higher. play here! Orlando Sanford Inter- Amtrak the journey begins. national Airport (SFB) With more ways to relax on is ranked among the 100 your journey, including busiest airports in the plenty of legroom, United States. Interna- spectacular views, and a tional service is available unique dining experience, through Icelandair and your state of mind will SST Air. Foreign Trade transform just like the land you’re passing through. Zone (FTZ) #250 in Seminole County is the largest in the state. Its geographic boundaries encompass SFB, SunRail: Central Florida’s new commuter rail line represents the Port of Sanford, Sanford Central Park and various an exciting new travel choice for residents and visitors. The other industrial parks and sites throughout the county. first phase opened on May 1, 2014 and connects 12 SunRail The FTZ offers duty and tariff exemptions on imported stations through three materials used in the manufacturing of products for different counties. Future export, thereby reducing overall manufacturing costs. extensions are planned for SFB is also home to the 395-acre Sanford Airport Com- phase 2, which extends merce Park and incubator, and the Airport Enterprise the rail line north to Center, consisting of 13,500 square feet. The commerce DeLand and south to park offers rail service and is easily accessed by major the Poinciana area. u roadways including the Central Florida Greeneway.

Sanford Business Opportunities.indd 10-11 10/26/2015 5:15:55 PM POPULAtION BY AGE POPULATION GROWTH IN THOUSANDS Source: Research 360 60 The median age The City of Sanford has 10.5% inSanford is 33.4 65+ years grown rapidly over the u years which is 21% past 10 years. From a u slightly lower than 0-14 years population of 39,193 50 Seminole County. 23.7% in 2000, the City’s Easy to More than a quar- 45-64 years 15% population has grown ter of the residents 15-24 years to 53,570 in 2010. This 40 u are between the 29.8% shows a 36.5% growth. u get Around ages of 25 and 44. 25-44 years And an estimated About one-quarter 55,509 in 2014. 30 1990 2000 2010 2014 are between 45 and American Community Survey 2008-2012 Estimate, US Census, ESRI 64 years of age. BAO, 2015. City-Data, 2015 and Sperling’s Best Places, 2015. Source: US Census Bureau, April 2014 estimates, University Atlanta of Florida, Bureau of Economic & Business Research Jacksonville 469 miles 124 miles orlando g EDUCAtIONAL AttAINMENt INDUStRY DIStRIBUtION 22 miles g Agriculture Miami 85% Construction 245 miles Sanford 22% Manufacturing Port Canaveral Wholesale trade 65 miles Retail trade tampa g Seminole 92% County transportation, Warehousing, Utilities 109 miles 35% Information g Finance, Insurance, Real Estate Positioned for Success State of 86% Professional, Scientific, Management Sanford in conveniently located less than 45 minutes to the beaches of Central Florida and world class theme park Florida 26% Educational, Health, Social Arts, Entertainment, Recreation attractions. It is a prime location on Central-Florida’s network of roadways with easy access to U.S. 17-92, the commercial 0 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Public Administration corridor for Seminole County, and State Road 417 (Seminole Expressway/Central Florida Greenway), which links the High School Graduate Bachelor Degree Other Services City to Interstate 95, Florida Turnpike. State Road 417, also known as Seminole Way, which connects the City of Sanford or higher or higher 0 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 to the computer simulation, digital media and photonics industry groups located at the University of Central Florida, the Quick Facts from US Census Bureau 2013 estimate Employed by each industry Source: Quick Facts from US Census Bureau 2000 bio-technology and medical technology industries located at Lake Nona’s Medical Center, and the aerospace technologies located at the Kennedy Space Center. EDuCAtionAl AttAinMEnt Sanford residents have just about the same educational attainment levels as State Live here, work here, With over two million Amtrak AutoTrain: The and Seminole County averages. Over 85% of the City’s residents have high- passengers annually, moment you come on board school or higher diplomas and about 22% have bachelors degrees or higher. play here! Orlando Sanford Inter- Amtrak the journey begins. national Airport (SFB) With more ways to relax on is ranked among the 100 your journey, including busiest airports in the plenty of legroom, United States. Interna- spectacular views, and a tional service is available unique dining experience, through Icelandair and your state of mind will SST Air. Foreign Trade transform just like the land you’re passing through. Zone (FTZ) #250 in Seminole County is the largest in the state. Its geographic boundaries encompass SFB, SunRail: Central Florida’s new commuter rail line represents the Port of Sanford, Sanford Central Park and various an exciting new travel choice for residents and visitors. The other industrial parks and sites throughout the county. first phase opened on May 1, 2014 and connects 12 SunRail The FTZ offers duty and tariff exemptions on imported stations through three materials used in the manufacturing of products for different counties. Future export, thereby reducing overall manufacturing costs. extensions are planned for SFB is also home to the 395-acre Sanford Airport Com- phase 2, which extends merce Park and incubator, and the Airport Enterprise the rail line north to Center, consisting of 13,500 square feet. The commerce DeLand and south to park offers rail service and is easily accessed by major the Poinciana area. u roadways including the Central Florida Greeneway.

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City of Sanford Contacts Business Resources

Sanford City Hall Economic Development Greater Sanford Regional Chamber of Commerce 300 N. Park Avenue 407.688.5015 407.322.2212 Sanford, FL 32771 http://www.sanfordchamber.com 407.688.5000 Finance Department 407.688.5020 SCORE Orlando Business Mentoring Mayor & 407.420.4844 City Commission Fire Department http://orlando.score.org 407.688.5001 407.688.5040 Seminole County Regional Chamber of Commerce City Manager Human Resources 407. 708.4600 407.688.5008 and Risk Management http://www.seminolebusiness.org 407.688.5130 City Clerk Enterprise Florida & Florida Department of 407.688.5014 Police Department Economic Opportunity 407.688.5070 407.956.5600 Building Permits http://www.eflorida.com 407.688.5150 Planning & Development Services Metro Orlando Economic Development Commission Communication Office 407.688.5080 407.422.7159 407.688.5019 http://www.orlandoedc.com Recreation Department Community Improvement 407.688.5120 Central Florida Better Business Bureau 407.688.5160 407.621.3300 Water & Sewer www.bbb.org Community Development 407.688.5100 407.688.5132 Grow Florida 407.823.6384 www.growfl.com

School Board University of Central Florida City of Sanford Small Business Development Center 407.320.0488 407.420.4850 www.bus.ucf.edu/sbdc

University of Central Florida Business Incubator Program 407.278.4880 www.incubator.ucf.edu

Seminole State College Small Business Development Center 407.321.3495 sbdc.seminolestate.edu

Virtual Entrepreneur Center www.flvec.com

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• Certified Primary Stroke Center Oviedo ER, a department of Central Florida • Surgical services ranging from open heart surgery to advanced Regional Hospital, offers efficient, high-quality orthopedic and neurosurgery to minimally invasive robotic surgery emergency care to east Seminole County. • 24/7 emergency care at our main campus in Sanford and now at Oviedo ER • Provisional Level II Trauma Center 8300 Red Bug Lake Road, Oviedo, FL 32765 Visit CentralFloridaRegional.com to find a full list of services. 407-359-6007 • OviedoER.com Located between S.R. 417 and S.R. 426 with easy access from W. Broadway Street.

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A typical SunRail train Passengers on the platform await the next train of the cost of Phase II north. In addition, a study is also underway to examine STATE OF THE ART SunRail Phase III, which would connect to Orlando International Airport. About $5 million has been set aside for this TRANSPORTATION study. eminole County continues to grow More than one million area residents In the meantime, SunRail continues to meet the need for modern, safe have used SunRail since May 1, 2014, to focus on growing its ridership, Sand efficient transportation. It when Phase I launched. This introduced maintaining on-time performance and started with the launch of it’s first-ever 32 miles of track and 12 stations to clean trains and courteous staff and commuter rail. With stations located Central Florida. working with local partners. The “last in Lake Mary, Longwood, Altamonte In the two weeks after SunRail mile” connectivity – how passengers Springs, and Sanford, and connections launched, until May 16, passengers were will get from their station to their final to the LYNX and Votran bus systems, given the opportunity to ride SunRail for destination – is a renewed focus for the area residents can now truly travel free. During that time, SunRail averaged second year of SunRail as well. The FDOT anywhere they want to go, near or far. 11,237 passengers per day. The free is working with local funding partners in Speaking of far, Seminole County is here service was provided to allow passengers Volusia, Seminole, Orange and Osceola to serve, with its state-of-the-art airport an opportunity to experience commuting counties, as well as the city of Orlando, to located in Sanford. Offering flights on SunRail and to become familiar with explore further service expansions. with destinations across the U.S. and SunRail schedules and cost-savings. On December 22, 2014, SunRail added overseas, Sanford International Airport Revenue service for paying passengers a late night train. Currently the service (SFB) is a convenient way for residents began on May 19. runs 36 daily trains, and is contracting to get around, and at a lower cost thanks Work is now underway on final federal with municipalities for extended service to dozens of discount carriers. With approval of Phase II, which will extend for special events. In the first year of all of these transportation innovations, SunRail service to cover 61.5 miles and operations, local partners also paid for Seminole County is truly on the move. add another five stations, for 17 total. SunRail to serve several special events, When complete, SunRail will extend from including the 2015 Winter Park Sidewalk SunRail DeLand in Volusia County to Poinciana Arts Festival (25,857 riders), the Orlando May 1, 2015, marked the one year in Osceola County. This is expected to City Soccer inaugural game (8,515 anniversary of the launch of SunRail. occur sometime in 2017. riders), and the Buffalo Wild Wings To commemorate this auspicious To that end, FDOT continues to work game at the Citrus Bowl (807 riders) on event, representatives from the Florida to obtain 50 percent federal funding for New Year’s Day. Department of Transportation (FDOT), Phase II north and south. Daily ridership is about 4,100 riders. local elected officials and celebrity guests For Phase II north, FDOT is The most popular rail stations are joined with passengers onboard trains for pursuing a transportation investment DeBary, Winter Park and Sand Lake day-long events marking SunRail’s first generating economic recovery, or TIGER Road. In Seminole County, the most year of service. discretionary grant, to cover 50 percent popular station is Lake Mary.

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The Longwood SunRail station The platform at a typical SunRail station In addition to expanding service, in the number of cars on Central Florida expanding transit-oriented development roads. More than 88 percent of Central is also important. To that end, SunRail Florida residents polled by the University also has spawned more than $3.2 billion of Central Florida believe that the region worth of new investment around station needs a more balanced transportation stops, including a major development in system, including increased transit Lake Mary. Since 2010, 18 development options such as passenger rail and buses. projects have been completed within a In addition, Interstate 4 — which roughly 10-minute walk of Phase I SunRail stations; parallels the SunRail corridor — is nine more are under construction, expected to be under construction. and 21 additional projects have been Besides residents, the number of announced or are being reviewed by local tourists coming to Central Florida is governments. expected to grow as well, by 77 percent Construction on the four SunRail by the year 2030, adding to the region’s stations in Seminole County began on congested road network. As such, January 27, 2012. On April 30, 2014, grand SunRail will help provide a transportation opening celebrations were held at each alternative to residents and visitors alike of the four stations to herald the start of and alleviate some of this traffic. service. Phase II will extend the system SunRail trains, which use steel wheel north to the Amtrak station in DeLand, technology, consist of one to three double- and south to Poinciana, using the Amtrak decker cars, in addition to a locomotive, station in Kissimmee and building new and can carry about 150 seated stations in Hunter’s Creek and Meadow in Central Florida. The major funding passengers per car. SunRail primarily Woods. partners for the project are the Florida operates during peak commuting times, A total of 17 stations are proposed Department of Transportation, the namely morning and evening rush hours. at build-out, along with pedestrian Federal Transit Administration, Orange, SunRail trains operate every 30 minutes connections, two intermodal centers Seminole, Volusia and Osceola counties during peak morning and afternoon rush at Lynx Central Station in downtown and the city of Orlando. Existing CSXT hours and at two- to three-hour intervals Orlando and in the Sand Lake Road area, railroad tracks were purchased for $432 during non-peak hours on weekdays only. enhanced bus and other transportation million on Nov. 3, 2011, and will be As the system matures, local officials services at station stops, station utilized for SunRail’s planned route. would eventually be able to increase the amenities, and 12 park-and-ride lots in The reasons for the development of frequency of trains to every 15 minutes outlying areas, offered at no cost to users. commuter rail are myriad. To start, the during peak hours and every hour during SunRail first started on July 1, 2011, population of Central Florida is expected off-peak times, as well as expand service when it was announced that Governor to more than double in less than five to weekends, in response to community Rick Scott had authorized the full funding decades, and population growth equals demand. grant agreement for the SunRail project more traffic delays, due to an increase

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I-4 Ultimate, Downtown Orlando The design phase of the I-4 Ultimate project began in October 2014, and a notice to proceed with construction was granted on February 1, 2015. Work for June and July 2015 included pile driving for bridges, I-4 Ultimate closure of the eastbound Ivanhoe Road REBUILDING 21 MILES OF I-4 off-ramp, and closure of the South Street eastbound on-ramp. ith Seminole County always on the grow, it’s no wonder that Wekiva Parkway Wseveral projects are already un- Seminole County residents have been derway to relieve traffic congestion and waiting a long time for the Wekiva Park- improve quality of life for area residents. way. But the wait was worth it, as the Weki- va Parkway is quickly becoming a reality. I-4 Ultimate Some 30 years in the making, the park- The I-4 Ultimate project is rebuilding 21 way’s first sections are scheduled to open miles of Interstate 4 from Kirkman Road in to traffic in early 2016. The 25-mile toll Orange County to just east of State Road road will complete Central Florida’s belt- 434 in Seminole County. When finished, way, while helping to protect the natural the project will add two tolled express resources surrounding the Wekiva River. lanes in each direction. It will also replace The Florida Department of Transporta- over 140 bridges, reconfigure 15 major tion is building Sections 4A and 4B, which interchanges and reconstruct the entire A public-private partnership concession will be located a little over three miles away existing roadway. agreement was executed with I-4 Mobil- from County Road 435 (Mount Plymouth The Florida Department of Transpor- ity Partners OpCo. LLC. This company Road) in Orange County to State Road tation (FDOT) completed the commer- is tasked with designing, constructing, (S.R. 46) east of Camp Challenge Road in cial and financial close of the $2.3 billion financing, maintaining and operating the Lake County. This stretch will feature en- I-4 Ultimate project in September 2014. I-4 Ultimate project for 40 years. vironmental protections like wildlife jump

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Some of the outs, which will allow animals who wander most prominent onto the right-of-way to get out of the cor- corporate, private and ridor, bat abodes that can each accommo- startup companies enjoy the date up to 1,200 animals and a floodplain bridge that doubles as a wildlife bridge affordable lease rates, ideal location and during the dry season to reduce accidents amenities in the Port’s Industrial park. between vehicles and wildlife. These sections also are being built on one of several Investigate all the Port of Sanford has to offer. large parcels of land totaling 3,400 acres that was purchased for conservation as For More Information Call 407.322.4798 part of developing the parkway. The Seminole County Port Authority For these developments, environmental- ists have hailed the Wekiva Parkway as a View availability at www.PortofSanford.org shining example for transportation planning through environmentally sensitive areas. Authorized in 2004 by the Florida legis- lature, the 25-mile Wekiva Parkway would: • Provide an alternative to Interstate 4; • Relieve traffic congestion on S.R. 46 and U.S. Highway 441 and other local roads between Orange, Lake and Semi- nole counties; • Improve safety to reduce vehicle crash fatalities, particularly on SR 46; • Develop a transportation facility that minimizes impact to the Wekiva River Ba- sin, and would specifically improve wildlife habitat connectivity between conservation lands while reducing vehicle and wildlife conflicts. In August 2015, the Central Florida Ex- pressway Authority had two sections of the parkway under construction, stretch- ing from where State Road 429 currently ends at U.S. 441 north to a planned interchange at Kelly Park Road. This five-mile stretch is scheduled to open to traffic in spring of 2017. The entire Wekiva Parkway is scheduled to be open to traffic by late 2021.

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Airport bar/restaurant The SFB lobby

ORLANDO SANFORD legiant flights from over 50 origination cities. During peak operating periods, Al- legiant operates up to 179 weekly flights INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT into Orlando Sanford. With new airline service and additional ituated on approximately 2,000 acres growth planned from Allegiant as well in Sanford, Orlando Sanford Interna- Arkefly, Jetairfly and Thomson Airways, S tional Airport (SFB) is conveniently SFB is on pace for a third consecutive located in the northwestern section of year of passenger growth. New airline Seminole County, 18 miles northeast of service planned in 2015 comes from Or- Orlando. In 2014, the total number of do- lando Sanford based Orange Air and Suri- mestic passengers flying through SFB name based Surinam Airways. was 1,885,193, and the total number of Speaking of Surinam Airways, on May international passengers was 299,508, for 6, 2015 it announced scheduled service a total number of 2,184,701 passengers beginning July 2 between SFB and Ched- for the year, making Orlando Sanford one di Jagan International Airport (GEO) in busy airport! Georgetown, Guyana, with continuing As a matter of fact, Orlando Sanford In- service to Johan Adolf Pengel Interna- ternational Airport is so busy that in 2014 tional Airport (PBM) in Paramaribo, Su- it was the fastest growing airport in North riname. America, with nearly 2.2 million passen- The service will initially operate sea- gers. SFB is already on pace for over 2.5 sonally with weekly flights from July million passengers in 2015, a fifth con- any airline from any airport in Central through September, with a Friday after- secutive year of passenger growth, and is Florida. Allegiant Air is second in the state noon departure from SFB at 1:30 p.m. projecting nearly 3 million passengers in of Florida to American Airlines out of Mi- and a Thursday afternoon arrival into 2016. ami. SFB at 3:35 p.m. In 2014, SFB won the U.S. ANNIES On May 28, 2015, Orlando Sanford Also in 2015, Orlando Sanford Interna- Award for Fastest Growing U.S. Airport International Airport and Allegiant cel- tional Airport and Allegiant announced for the category of airports between 2 mil- ebrated the 10th anniversary of a strate- scheduled, nonstop, low-fare service to lion and 5 million passengers. The airport gic partnership between the two, with an nine new markets, bringing Allegiant’s enjoyed a 7.5 percent passenger growth employee and customer celebration at Or- destination offerings up to 60. These in 2014 to complete a second consecutive lando Sanford International Airport with included service to Raleigh-Durham In- year of record passengers. Visit Florida. ternational Airport (RDU), operating on SFB serves over 70 nonstop destina- As the largest carrier at SFB, Alle- Thursdays and Sundays; Memphis Inter- tions. The airport’s main carrier, domestic giant has operated over 82,000 flights national Airport (MEM), operating on airline Allegiant Air, is responsible for 85 and served over 11 million passengers Fridays and Mondays; and Myrtle Beach percent of Sanford Air’s passenger traffic, over the past decade. In 2014 alone, over International Airport (MYR), operating as it has more nonstop destinations than 900,000 visitors traveled to Orlando on Al- on Thursdays and Sundays.

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Seminole State, Campus Common EDUCATIONEXCELLENCE Seminole County changing lives in Central Florida for 50 years

eminole State College of Florida of- parking lots, in addition to adding sidewalks. fers more than 200 degrees, certifi- In early 2016, construction is planned cates and programs, including bach- for a $10 million wellness center at the S Sanford/Lake Mary campus. The project elor’s degrees, with classes available days, nights and weekends, at four convenient will transform an underutilized 40-year-old campuses or online. gym into a complete wellness concept, fi- nanced, operated and maintained through From Orange Grove to Alma Mater joint development partnership agree- Seminole State opened its doors on July ments. 1, 1965. The next year, about 750 students In spring 2016, construction is also showed up to take classes in 10 portable slated to start on a new student services buildings in a former citrus grove. building for the Sanford/Lake Mary cam- Over five decades, Seminole State has pus. This $24 million building will serve grown tremendously. However, the col- ship has helped increase college readi- as a one-stop for students, offering regis- lege remains committed to its mission to ness in English, math and reading, and tration, enrollment and veterans services, enhance the educational, economic and to increase opportunities for students academic advising and student life and ca- cultural opportunities of Central Florida. through dual enrollment programs and reer development. scholarships. Additionally, the expansion of the Al- Region’s Workforce Additionally, the college is developing tamonte Springs campus is moving for- Seminole State is the third largest global partnerships. In 2015, the board of ward. When complete, the expansion will employer in Seminole County. In addi- trustees approved an agreement that will include 1.4 million square feet of space, tion, Seminole State supports businesses bring hundreds of Chinese baccalaureate with eight multi-story buildings and park- through the Center for Economic Devel- students to Seminole State in August 2016. ing to support more than 35,000 students opment. Since 2006, Seminole State has part- and employees, as well as classrooms and The college awarded nearly 6,000 de- nered with the University of Central Flor- academic space, retail development and a grees and certificates in the 2013-14 aca- ida to offer DirectConnect to UCF, which conference center/hotel. demic year, and is the 15th largest produc- offers guaranteed admission to UCF for New Academic Programs er of A.A. degrees in the nation. Seminole State two-year graduates. More Starting in August 2015, Seminole State than 9,000 Seminole State students are Partnerships in Education will become the first public college or uni- currently enrolled in the program. In 2014, Seminole State and Seminole versity in Central Florida to offer a two- County Public Schools were recognized New for 2015-16 year associate in science (A.S.) degree in at the White House Opportunity Day of In late 2015, construction is expected to supply chain management. Employment Action Summit for their partnership to begin on a new loop road for the Oviedo in this field is expected to grow by as much improve college opportunity. The partner- campus that will connect the campus’ two as 26 percent over the next five years.

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John C. Hitt Library at UCF College of Medicine

At Lake Nona, the UCF College of Medi- cine opened its second Pegasus Health UNIVERSITY Clinic. The clinic provides primary and specialty care under one roof, with a focus OF CENTRAL FLORIDA on inflammatory diseases. Second largest university in the nation Also at Lake Nona, UCF has teamed up with the United States Tennis Association he University of Central Florida, Leveraging Resources to build the new center for American ten- founded in 1963, is the second- The newly-established Florida Consor- nis, a complex of more than 100 courts to T largest university in the nation, with tium of Metropolitan Research Universi- open in 2016 that will also provide UCF’s 61,000 students. Located in Orlando, it ties recently set up its office at UCF and teams with some of the finest facilities in offers 210 bachelor’s and master’s de- named its director to leverage the resourc- the nation. gree programs and two-dozen doctoral es of UCF, USF and Florida International New Academics programs to students coming from all 50 University for a greater educational impact The University of Central Florida’s Col- states and 140 countries. The university in the state’s largest urban centers. UCF lege of Business Administration is offering has 11 regional campuses and several off- also has become part of the new University its Professional MBA program at UCF’s site educational centers, such as the down- Innovation Alliance, a national coalition of Sanford/Lake Mary regional campus, town Center for Emerging Media and the 11 institutions working to help low-income with classes starting in August 2015. Florida Solar Energy Center. In addition, and first-generation students attain afford- The UCF PMBA Sanford/Lake Mary study-abroad programs allow UCF stu- able college degrees. will allow professionals who live or work dents to study and conduct research in 42 New Construction in Seminole and Volusia counties to earn programs in 21 countries. The university is in the middle of a cou- an internationally-accredited MBA degree To date, UCF has become an academic ple of construction projects. To start, along without interrupting their careers. The and research leader in numerous fields, Memory Mall there will soon be a three- UCF PMBA is offered every summer at such as optics, modeling and simulation, story, 50,000-square-foot building dedicat- the UCF Executive Development Center engineering and computer science, busi- ed to the success of international students in downtown and on a rotational basis ev- ness administration, education, science, in a new program called Global UCF. Sec- ery fall at one of its regional campuses. hospitality management and digital media. ond, adjacent to the Bright House Network The UCF PMBA is a 24-month program New College Stadium will be the Wayne Densch Center with a 39-credit hour curriculum. It offers This year the university added its 13th for Student-Athlete Leadership, a facility the rigor and depth of a traditional MBA college, the College of Undergraduate with a multi-purpose classroom holding while providing a convenient evening Studies, and is starting an inclusive pro- 200 students, a computer lab, tutoring and schedule. UCF’s PMBA blends theory gram offering students with intellectual mentoring rooms, study space and confer- and practice by utilizing class discussion disabilities an opportunity to gain an edu- ence rooms for student-athletes’ personal, forums, case studies, interactive simula- cational experience at a university. professional and academic development. tions and team field projects.

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Central Florida Zoo Canoeing on the Wekiva are offered on fully-equipped fishing and pontoon boats, where patrons can enjoy SEMINOLE COUNTY a day of fishing or cruising on the scenic St. Johns River. In Seminole County, there is plenty of bass or flats fishing RECREATION AND on crystal clear lakes, rivers, bays and lagoons. Visitors can also enjoy a guided kayaking tour or paddleboard lessons on ENTERTAINMENT FOR ALL any one of Seminole County’s wonderful waterways. Located just a short distance away wonder that Seminole County is called For those who prefer to stay on land, from Central Florida’s busy theme Florida’s natural choice. Besides the out- Seminole County has more than 30 parks parks, Seminole County offers visitors doors, Seminole County offers a relaxing and preserves that make it a favorite and residents alike a few attractions change of pace and amusement galore destination for bird watching, wildlife of its own, in the form of pristine, with its fine dining options, upscale study, nature photography, hiking and untouched nature and wildlife. With its shopping choices and great entertain- bicycling. Even pets can enjoy Seminole many parks and trails to enjoy, it’s no ment. County parks, as there are several dog parks throughout the county. Parks and recreation Springs State Park offers both outfit- One such park is the Chuluota Seminole County puts patrons close ted and non-outfitted overnight camping Wilderness Area, which offers 625 to some of the best natural attractions excursions. acres of hardwood swamp where visi- Florida has to offer, where they can Camping is also available at the Geneva tors can catch a glimpse of white-tailed canoe or kayak on crystal-clear rivers, Wilderness Area, which offers 180 acres deer, gopher tortoises and Sherman’s fox enjoy a thrilling airboat ride, or go horse- of campground, hiking and biking trails squirrels. Another is Greenwood Lakes back riding on scenic trails. As a matter and the Ed Yarborough Nature Center. Park in Lake Mary, which offers a play- of fact, Seminole County has over 2,000 Adventurous visitors will enjoy seeing ground, a ball field, a jogging trail, a rivers and lakes to explore, including the alligators on an exciting airboat ride on large pavilion, a roller hockey rink, a scenic St. Johns River, Florida’s longest at Lake Jesup, widely known for having the sand volleyball court, a fitness circuit and 342 miles, and the Wekiva River, located largest alligator population in Florida. a tennis court. Then there is Kewannee in the Wekiwa Springs State Park. The Black Hammock Adventures – Airboat Park in Casselberry, which offers a large name Wekiva comes from the Creek Tours is one such unique Seminole pavilion, a basketball court, a playground, Indian word for flowing water. About County attraction that offers airboat rides exercise stations, a jogging trail, a board- 42 million gallons of this water well up for all ages and wildlife exhibits contain- walk, restrooms and a lake pier. daily from Wekiva’s main spring, where ing alligators and blue and gold macaws. Another fun attraction to see is the visitors can enjoy swimming, canoeing, Those who like sailing will like Monroe Lake Harney Wilderness Area, a roughly kayaking or tubing. One of Florida’s two Harbour Marina in Sanford, where they 300-acre property located along the St. federally designated “Wild and Scenic can dock their own boat and find an Johns River at the northwest shore of Rivers,” the Wekiva River is home to an abundance of ramps to quickly and eas- Lake Harney. This site is home to a his- incredible variety of wildlife. For those ily get on the water, learn to sail, or rent toric crossing of the Florida East Coast who enjoy adventure and nature, Wekiwa a sailboat or charter. Daily boat rentals Railway, Native American shell middens,

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Sanford Riverwalk Zipline Central Florida Zoo bald eagle nests, oak hammocks and animals behind bars, there is the Central also have a “bear house” where visitors mixed hardwood swamps, and serves as Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens, a will be able to learn about co-existing an important feeding ground for wading relaxing, entertaining and educational safely with bears. birds and as a natural water filter. experience for the entire family. Located On August 22 the zoo held its Black Tie in Sanford since July 4, 1975, the Central on the Wildside, its biggest fundraiser Red Bug Lake Park Florida Zoo is accredited by the American of the year. In celebration of the zoo’s Built in 1976, Red Bug Lake Park is Association of Zoos and Aquariums, an 40th anniversary, many prominent people located on Red Bug Lake in Casselberry. independent accreditation commission. from the zoo’s past were invited to attend, It offers patrons 60 beautiful acres of The zoo has 400 animals on display, including special guest Captain Clifford active and passive recreation, including not counting the bugs in the Massey Nelson, who was instrumental in bring- the second largest tennis complex in Services Insect Zoo. ing the zoo to its current location, and his Seminole County. Red Bug Lake Park has The zoo is also home to ZOOM Air wife, Jennie. hosted regional and sectional USTA tour- Adventure Park, a series of treetop adven- naments, Florida High School Athletic ture courses that offer visitors a variety of Seminole County trails Association district and state champion- activities to move from tree to tree, such Seminole County is home to several ships, and the USTA Junior Team Tennis as zip lines. The environmentally friendly miles of picturesque trails perfect for State Championships. Red Bug Lake Park courses include one for children 4 and hiking, biking and enjoying the sights has also hosted the 2008 FHSAA Tennis older. Adults and older children can take a and sounds of nature. The Great Florida Championships. chance on the Upland Course, which offers Birding Trail runs across several 30 games, including four zip lines, or the Seminole County wilderness areas, giv- Big Tree Park ing visitors the chance to experience Located in Longwood is Big Tree Park, Rainforest Course, which offers 30 more games and five zip lines. Other activities some of the world’s most enchanting a place where patrons can step back in birds. They can also discover some of the include giraffe feedings, rhino encounters, time and walk through a natural hydric most scenic areas of the county on the a playground and a splash pad. hammock swamp and past the former Florida National Scenic Trail, a 1,300-mile Recently the Wharton-Smith Tropical site of the big tree for which the park was trail that runs from the Panhandle to the named: The Senator, an approximately Splash Pad was renovated, and all board- Everglades. The Florida National Scenic 3,500-year-old bald cypress tree burned walk planks at the zoo are being replaced Trail is mostly unpaved, except through down in January 2012. Visitors can with new wood. New animals at the zoo the Lake Mary area, where it crosses still see The Senator’s sister tree, Lady include a female African Warthog born the Seminole Wekiva Trail and the Cross Liberty, an approximately 2,000-year-old in April 2015 and two cotton-top tamarin Seminole Trail. bald cypress tree. They can also see The babies born in May 2015. Other new ani- Then there is the Econ River Wilderness Senator’s memorial, which includes a mals include two ring-tailed lemurs and a Area, which offers three miles of trails renovated boardwalk, a playground piece gaboon viper. along the Econlockhatchee River, a natu- that mimics a bald cypress tree stump The zoo is also fundraising for a ral habitat for the golden mouse and and The Phoenix, a clone of The Senator new Florida Black Bear habitat. When great horned owl. that was planted near the playground. complete, the habitat will feature three Wildlife lovers will find another three Florida black bears: one adult female and miles of trails in the 490-acre Lake Jesup Central Florida Zoo two bear cubs, with the possibility of add- Wilderness Area, where lakeside bench- For those who prefer to see their wild ing more in the future. This habitat will es provide a great viewing area for seeing

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Mullet Lake Airboat bald eagles and alligators. Oviedo Marketplace, which offers anchor locally-grown produce, organic products At the Lake Proctor Wilderness Area in department stores and retailers, numer- such a raw honey, homemade pasta and Geneva, over six miles of hiking, biking ous restaurants, and a movie theater. baked goods, and crafts produced by and equestrian trails await visitors. This But malls aren’t the only shopping local artists. area is also home to the Florida worm attractions available in Seminole County. Dining lizard and red fox. One of the oldest is the Flea World After a busy day of shopping, famished flea market. Located in Sanford, the air- Shopping, dining and entertainment shoppers may find a nice respite at one of conditioned flea market offers aisle after Seminole County has tons of fun shop- Seminole County’s many dining options, aisle filled with bargains in every conceiv- ping, dining, and entertainment options, which feeds appetites and budgets of all able category in its 2,000 indoor booths. enough to keep any visitor or resident tastes, from the economy to the exquisite. Antiques abound in Longwood, at the from being bored. The city of Sanford has a growing various shops found in the historic down- variety of restaurants, with local addi- Shopping town. Then there is historic downtown tions including eateries and well-known Seminole County has a wide array of Sanford, which is sure to be of interest to chains. A favorite in downtown Sanford shopping selections to feed any shop- those looking for something unique, with is Theo Hollerbach’s Willow Tree Café, aholic’s addiction. To start, there are over 60 shops, boutiques, and restaurants which serves German food with a side of three shopping malls featuring major lining brick streets with charming store- German Gemuetlichkeit, a sense of well- chain stores as well as unique specialty fronts that sell imported goods and fun, being and happiness that comes from shops. These include the Altamonte Mall, vintage kitsch. With its brick walkways enjoying the company of friends and which offers major anchor department and tropical foliage, downtown Sanford family while savoring good food and stores as well as a number of smaller has become a welcoming destination for drink. Speaking of drinks, the café offers boutiques for all price ranges. With over strolling and shopping. an ample array of German beers and 180 specialty shops, department stores In Heathrow/Lake Mary, Park Place wines, and the cultural entertainment of and restaurants, and an 18-screen AMC and the Colonial TownPark provide German polka music. movie theater, the Altamonte Mall is the upscale shopping and dining options. New to Sanford this year is Buster’s ultimate one-stop shopping experience. Another mixed-use development is the Bistro, one of the only Belgian beer bars And if that’s not enough, there’s Uptown Winter Springs Town Center, which fea- in the country and home to Percy Buster, Altamonte, which has street shops and tures a variety of upscale stores and res- named the best new Best Bartender in a park area with a square for weddings, taurants, prime office space for business- Orlando by the Orlando Sentinel. The festivals and city holidays. es and luxury condominiums surrounded bistro currently serves all-Belgian beer, Next is the Seminole Towne Center in by the outdoor beauty of the nearby wet- bistro boards and cheese platters, and Sanford, which features five anchor ten- lands of Lake Jesup. Along with parks, plans to open a full restaurant kitchen ants along with 120 specialty stores and plazas, green spaces and architecture soon. an innovative array of dining and enter- reflecting a vibrant Mediterranean style, Also new to Sanford is Wild Tangy tainment options, including a United live entertainment at this location is Funk, Central Florida’s first sour beer Artists movie theater. And if that’s not scheduled around different holidays by bar. Another beer bar opening in Sanford enough, the Marketplace at Seminole the city of Winter Springs. in late 2015 is the Sanford Brewing Towne Center has a dynamic array of Furthermore, on weekends Seminole Company. It promises patrons good old retailers and restaurants as well. County visitors can be sure to find a southern hospitality, a 100+ seat taproom, Last, but certainly not least is the variety of farmers markets selling fresh, local food offerings, hand-crafted beers,

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Sanford, a beautifully restored historic al couch race and beer fest where local Vaudeville theater that hosts a wide range businesses compete in an intense race of of performances. modified sofas. Annual events abound in Seminole At Downtown Sanford: Small World, County, and can be fun for the whole fam- attendees can grab a passport and hop ily. They start with the Love Your Shorts on a (free) pedicab to explore the inter- Summer Rewind at the Wayne Densch national influences of Sanford. Performing Arts Center. The Love Your Last but certainly not least is the Shorts Summer Rewind features a selec- Sanford Selfie Competition, sponsored tion of short independent films for view- by Sanford365. Winners receive $100 to ers’ pleasure. spend in Sanford and a prize package Next is Sofas and Suds, Sanford’s annu- sponsored by a small business.

Embrace, Experience and Energize! ciders and meads and live music. Inner Compass Brewing Company is Embrace our Greatroom Lobby and luxurious Guest Rooms, another brewery set to open in 2015. both equipped with complimentary wireless Internet. Experience an amazing event in Seminole County’s largest Ballroom. Energize When it does, it will offer four year-round yourself with a familiar taste of Starbucks, proudly served in our beers and signature seasonal delights. Espresso Lounge. Then there is Wops Hops, a craft brewery offering seasonal and destination-inspired • 304 guest rooms impressively appointed with custom European brews and a “fill your own growler” furniture, luxurious bedding and marble bathrooms. station. • Free In-Room Wireless Internet and Flat-Panel HD TV’s with For those who prefer to go the organic Marriott’s Plug-in® Panel. route, there is Roots Raw Juice, which • Seminole County’s Largest Grand Ballroom and 12,000 offers a simple menu of organic, fresh, square feet of total meeting space. raw and responsibly-sourced food. The Whether you’re looking for an elegant setting or a owner’s mission is to help make eating casual atmosphere, you’ll ﬁnd it here. healthy delicious and affordable. To that end, all menu items are under $6. Lake Mary has a variety of eateries as well, from high-end to affordable. 1501 International Parkway • Lake Mary, FL 32746 New to Lake Mary is F&D Kitchen on 407-995-1100 • www.marriott.com/mcoml International Parkway. It offers guests At the intersection of Highway 46A and I-4 Exit 101A quality food made with organic, locally- Two superior hotels… sourced farm to table ingredients. one convenient location. Entertainment As far as entertainment is concerned, Lake Mary’s Finest multi-screen movie theaters are conveniently located at each of the malls, as Corporate Extended Stay Hotel is The Picture Show, a discount theater • Complimentary hot breakfast buffet located in Altamonte Springs, across S.R. • Social events with complimentary beer, wine and light meal 436 from Uptown Altamonte. This theater • Complimentary wireless and wired internet offers $1 movies on Tuesday nights and • All suite hotel featuring full kitchens in every room has digital screens and 3D movies at • Host your small meeting in our 573 sq. ft. Meeting Room incredibly low pricing. Uptown Altamonte with outdoor patio itself also offers a variety of fun activities • Fitness Room and outdoor pool and whirlpool at no cost. Weekend events include fam- • Relaxing patio area with a BBQ grill and fire pit ily and community activities for all ages. • Pet friendly rooms for our four legged guests As far as art lovers are concerned, fine It’s not a room, It’s a Residence. art can be found abundantly throughout Seminole County. The Sanford Historical Museum features exhibits on local history and the life of the city founder, and the Casselberry Art House offers exhibits, workshops and art classes. 825 Heathrow Park Lane • Lake Mary, FL 32746 407-995-3400 • www.residenceinn.com/mcory For live theater, there’s the Wayne At the intersection of Highway 46A and I-4 Exit 101A Densch Performing Arts Center in

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