Sanford Says

Listen & Learn about the Florida Virtual Entrepreneur Center and how the City of Sanford Economic Development Department assists with helping businesses in Sanford, from local mom & pop establishments to company's employing up to 500. FLVEC is a great business resource, check it out.

RiverWalk, the City of Sanford's world class amenity (Phase 3) on its way to completion. Construction of the seawall complete. Beautiful and scenic Seminole Blvd. to open Friday, Sept. 20 to thru traffic. Stay tuned for more details as Marlon Hooks, Public Works Project Manager and Owen Christopher, City Planner share more about this amazing regionally important project.

Listen and Learn about all the great free programming for youth, adults and seniors at the city's Westside Community Center. Including youth mentoring programs, youth sports, basketball, health and wellness, and senior activities. Britt Henderson, Recreation Manager for the Westside Community Center, is the special guest.

Interested in joining the City of Sanford staff team? Learn about the city's HR benefits, how to apply and an overview of the roles and responsibilities of the Human Resources/Risk Management Department from Katrina Jackson, Senior Human Resources Analyst.

Sanford is known for its beautiful trees. The city's arborist Elizabeth Harkey, shares information & responsibilities regarding Sanford's Tree City USA designation & much more.

Darrel Presley, Executive Director, Planning & Development Services Dept. shares information about the Citizenserve software platform the city is now using for the Development Community, and Code Enforcement. A more efficient & effective way to do business with the city. All development plan & permit related applications are required to be submitted using the Citizenserve Portal. The user friendly...

Sonia Fonseca, Economic Development Project Manager shares information on Sanford's overall business climate/housing and what's in store for Sanford's economic development initiatives plus much more.

Pete Wilson, Streets Superintendent, offers insight as to the roles & responsibilities of the city's Streets Division. Learn how to report a pot hole, fallen tree and much more.

Mack McKinley, Water Resources Engineer & Bill Marcous, Utility Manager simplify the 2019 City of Sanford Water Quality Report.

Learn about the July 4th "Star Spangled Sanford" event details to include, traffic plans, parking, and much more direct from the city's experts, Lisa Jones, Parks and Recreation Director and Sgt. Zachary Glenn, Sanford Police Department.

Tony Ackerson, Aquatics Director, City of Sanford shares great information to include: pool hours, swimming lessons and overall information about the city's public pool located at the Larry A. Dale Aquatic Center. Summer's here!

Learn about the latest capital improvement projects straight form the source. Jeff Davis, City of Sanford Public Works Project Manager, shares information about several of the city's past, current and future Public Works projects. #KnowledgeIsPower

Learn the basics of what is the City of Sanford Citizens Academy. Be an informed citizen. The Citizens Academy is offered twice a year, once in September and once in February. Must be 18 years old. This is a free class. #knowledgeIsPower Class 14 forming now! Sign up today! www.sanfordfl.gov/citizensacademy

Maria Garcia, LIHEAP Supervisor explains the nature of the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and all the important details and qualifications to apply for the assistance.

Listen and learn about all the great opportunities the Sanford FREE Trolley offers you. Sonia Fonseca, Executive Director of the Sanford Community Redevelopment Agency shares information about the trolley, it's route, live tracking capabilities and connection to the Sanford SunRail station. Visit historic downtown Sanford & catch a ride on the Sanford Free Trolley today! Fun & new adventures await...

Alan Harris, Seminole County's Emergency Manager shares vital information about Alert Seminole and how to stay informed by signing up for this free emergency alert service. The City of Sanford encourages our residents and business owners to sign up for Alert Seminole and to follow city social media channels. Listen and Learn from the expert. www.prepareseminole.org

May is Preservation Month! Julie Scofield, the city's Historic Preservation Planner shares information and insight about Sanford's historic preservation efforts both commercial and residential along with historic city landmarks.

We're fortunate to have year-long, great weather in Sanford, Robert Beall, Parks and Grounds Operations Manager shares details about several of Sanford's 28 public parks, including rental facilities and the city's Adopt A Park Program. Plan a fun day today!

Kim Parmalee, Sanford Senior Center Supervisor shares information about the city's senior citizen programming, lots of great activities, helpful services, day trips etc. just to name a few. Pass it on!

Eric Griffin, Recreation Supervisor shares information about the very cool sport called a Soap Box Derby --What it is, Who can participate, Where to participate and the overall history of this super fun, family-friendly permanent amenity the City of Sanford offers to our residents and visitors.

Sanford Police Department's Public Safety Public Information Officer (PIO) Bianca Gillett shares valuable tips and information on how to stay informed and connected to "their source" of official information provided by the Sanford Police Department through social media and more.

Special Guest, Diane Crews, President and CEO of the Sanford Airport Authority shares great insight, on information, future plans, events and history about the city and the Central Florida region's great amenity, the Orlando Sanford International Airport.

Jennifer Brooks, Special Events Supervisor, City of Sanford Parks & Rec. shares Sanford event information for Sat. April 6. Jennifer is joined by Nicole Smith, of Wayne Densch who is also the Event Planner for Sanford's first FREE Country Music Festival happening Sat. April 6, benefiting Kids House. Ernie Hamilton Executive Director of Kids House shares its mission, role and their incredible resou...

Jennifer Golloway, Planning & Development Administrative Coordinator and staff liaison to the City of Sanford Public Art Commission, shares insightful information about the city's Public Art program.

Ginger Hoke, Urban Planner with Neel-Schaffer Engineering, a local Sanford business, explains what "Get In The Sanford Mode" is - a project the firm is working on for the City of Sanford that identifies and analyses transportation gaps.