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2017-2018 Corporate Guide corporate guide LIFE. SAVED. “As a healthcare worker, I should have known better than to ignore the signs of a heart attack. The pain started at my fingertips, up my left arm, across my shoulders and down my right arm. I didn’t call for help until my entire chest was tight. I was new to the area and hadn’t done any research on hospitals, so when first responders recommended Central Florida Regional Hospital because they have the best cardiac unit, I trusted them. My recovery was a team effort and they were there every minute, for my every need.” – Lisa, Lake Mary CARE AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL. Central Florida Regional Hospital has transformed emergency care for critically ill and injured patients in Seminole County and beyond. Our experts are here 24/7 – giving patients like Lisa a second chance at life. For average ER wait time, visit CentralFloridaRegional.com 1401 W. Seminole Blvd., Sanford, FL 32771 • 407.321.4500 or text ER to 23000. Located 3.6 miles east of I-4 between S.R. 46 and Highway 17-92. Message and data rates may apply. CFR 198_AD_Lisa_LML_8.375x10.875.indd 1 1/11/17 1:19 PM 2017-18 EXCELLENCE EDITION CONTENTS 4 COUNTY GOVERNMENT 33 AIRPORT Seminole County is considered one Growth is priority number one at Or- of the best places to live and work lando Sanford International Airport, in the metro Orlando area, and its which continues to add destinations county government is dedicated and services to its already impres- to ensuring that remains true as it sive array. Extensive expansion plans Vol. 18 No. 16 prepares for the future. mark the airport’s 75th anniversary. Seminole County, Florida, is known throughout the world for its ecosystem and it ranks second in the nation for 5-12 CITIES OF SEMINOLE 34-37 TRANSPORTATION future business growth. Excellence In Seminole is an annual Each of Seminole County’s cities Seminole County stays at the fore- publication published for Seminole County. It is intended offers its own unique qualities to front of development of transporta- to be a source for business and quality-of-life issues in Seminole County. residents and businesses alike. tion alternatives with SunRail, while Learn what makes each of them a remembering to maintain established PUBLISHER special place to live. systems with the I-4 Ultimate pro- Albert R. Sciuto gram and the extension of Wekiva EDITOR 29-32 HEALTH Parkway. David Lamontagne The healthcare landscape of Semi- [email protected] nole County has never been better 38-39 QUALITY OF LIFE as all three local hospital systems Opportunities for fun abound indoors ACCOUNTING continue to expand the boundaries and out in Seminole County, from Mary L. Sciuto of medical options available to their nature trails and boating to shopping, DIRECTOR SALES AND MARKETING patients. dining, and entertainment experi- Betty Harper ences for everyone. SALES REPRESENTATIVE Diane Glassman SPECIAL FEATURE SPECIAL EDITIONS PUBLISHING SANFORD PRESIDENT FLORIDA Albert R. Sciuto It’s Time to Get to Know Us. Revitalization, home to Orlando Sanford Airport, SunRail station, Amtrak and a downtown district hosting over 220 events annually EDITOR HISTORIC, WATERFRONT CHARM David Lamontagne icturesque First Street, the investment in the revitalization. center of downtown Sanford, These changes are only the beginning. P was revitalized to add historical The City’s revitalization efforts have elements such as a two-lane brick street attracted real estate developers to the and traditional light posts. The City of district, leading to several hundred DIRECTOR SALES AND MARKETING Sanford and the Sanford Community housing units as well as several hundred Redevelopment Agency (CRA) have thousand square feet of retail and office worked with community partners to space programmed to be coming out create a new streetscape in what is of the ground. Betty Harper now a vibrant downtown district that Visitors and residents can be seen hosts more than 220 annual events. seven days a week strolling the City’s Sanford is a cultural and entertainment downtown while enjoying the shops, corridor destination that is ideal boutiques and restaurants. A popular location to attract for residents and event held the second Thursday of each new businesses. month, called Alive After Five, brings ACCOUNTING Sanford is historically significant, thousands more downtown for live SANFORD HAS and is proud to be known for Heritage music, wine tastings and art displays. Tourism. Sanford Avenue features “Sanford’s investment in the downtown GOT IT ALL Mary L. Sciuto an 8-foot wide cultural pathway that area has set the stage for numerous s one of the oldest incorporated connects to the Riverwalk. This pathway events and festivals,” says Triplett. cities in Central Florida, Sanford also provides heritage markers featuring “Downtown Sanford is an engaging place is home to a wealth of history information on the historical role with an authentic and eclectic flavor.” A and is listed on the National Register Sanford Avenue and the Georgetown Through the support of the (CRA) the of Historic Places. Brick-lined streets, neighborhood played in Sanford’s City provides free round trip ground elegant storefronts and large Victorian- DESIGN & LAYOUT history. The City of Sanford Community transportation to SunRail and Amtrak era homes throughout the downtown Redevelopment Agency also has a new Auto Train stations for passengers to visit area immediately remind visitors of the construction, façade, and rehabilitation and enjoy Historic Downtown. City’s 19th Century origins. Donna Dorman grant program for building owners Sanford is home to the Orlando- and tenants in the district to facilitate private Sanford International Airport, Amtrak Auto Train Station, a regional shopping Forms Plus, Inc. mall, a retail mega center, and SunRail 2017 station, a commuter rail system serving Seminole and 3 adjacent Counties. The downtown, which once featured feed stores and dry good sellers, is now a ANNUAL vibrant commercial center with antique Excellence In Seminole is published annually by shops, restaurants, craft breweries, and art galleries. The Saturday morning Farmers Market in historic Magnolia REPORT Special Editions Publishing, Inc. Square is a popular weekly fixture attracting visitors from a large area. TO THE COMMUNITY “We recognize it is Sanford’s unique sense of place which draws people to P.O. Box 953813 • Lake Mary, FL 32795-3813 our community. “We have struck the right balance of www.scps.us urban convenience with a hometown Phone: 407-862-7737 • Fax: 407-862-8102 feel,” explains Sanford’s Mayor, Jeff Triplett. E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.specedpub.com 9 SANFORD 13 SEMINOLE COUNTY PUBLIC For a copy of Excellence In Seminole, call (407) 862-7737. As one of the oldest incorporated SCHOOLS All rights are reserved. Excellence In Seminole is a registered cities in Central Florida, Sanford is The top-rated schools of SCPS trademark. Reproduction or use of the material that appears in this publication is prohibited without written permis- home to a wealth of history and a offer a wide range of programs that sion. Information contained in Excellence In Seminole is vibrant downtown. prepare students for the future. compiled from sources deemed reliable. EXCELLENCE IN SEMINOLE: CORPORATE GUIDE 2017-18 • 3 2017-18 EXCELLENCE EDITION County Government (from left to right) Seminole County Board of County Commissioners: Chairman John Horan (District 2), Vice Chairman Brenda Carey (District 5), Commissioner Bob Dallari (District 1), Commissioner Carlton D. Henley (District 4) and Commissioner Lee Constantine (District 3) local lifestyle as one of the nation’s most County Government desirable inform every decision made by the governments of Seminole County and its cities. A HOME FOR BUSINESS Seminole County Economic Development manages various business ith a business climate that has development incentives in partnership fostered quality development, with Seminole’s constituent cities, the W Seminole County has become Orlando Economic Partnership, and home to a plethora of equally dynamic the State of Florida, including the Jobs corporations. Growth Incentive Fund (JGI), and Industry growth in Seminole has the State of Florida Qualified Target taken several forms. Most notable Industry Tax Refund (QTI). For more is the establishment of corporate development sites, specialized job information, visit www.seminolecountyfl. headquarters, such as American training and infrastructure incentives. gov or contact 407-665-7135. Automobile Association (AAA), The county’s public-school system is Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, rated among the highest in the state, • Total Population (BEBR Est. Dec. Scholastic Book Fairs and Sears Home and the median household effective 2015): 449,144 Improvement Products, as well as buying income is the highest in the • Total Households: 162,739 the emergence of many high-tech region. • Median Age: 39 companies, including CuraScript, A diverse group of seven cities • Per Capita Personal Income: $30,269 NCR, Faro Technologies, Deloitte IT comprises the County: Altamonte Consulting and Convergys. Ongoing Springs, Casselberry, Lake Mary, • Median Household Income: $57,074 expansion at the Orlando Sanford Longwood, Oviedo, Sanford, and Winter • Number of Employed Residents: International Airport (SFB) has helped Springs. Each has its own character 218,095 SFB become the fifth most active and unique appeal; the municipalities of • Personal Income Tax: None international airport in Florida and the Oviedo and Winter Springs consistently • Personal Property (millage rate): 32nd most active in the United States. rank as best places to live by CNN 15.1612 – 20.0456 Seminole County has prepared Money Magazine. A commitment • Corporate Income Tax :5.5% for growth with everything from a to economic growth mixed with an new expressway to pre-approved unswerving devotion to maintaining the • Sales Tax: 7% 4 • EXCELLENCE IN SEMINOLE: CORPORATE GUIDE 2017-18 PAID ADVERTISEMENT City of Altamonte Springs Altamonte Springs is also home to a unique array of activities and ALTAMONTESPRINGS events which welcome thousands of people each year.