Restoring the Magic: Club Eaton’s Journey Home

A Rich History of Music, Culture, and Community  Club Eaton, established in 1946 during the era of segregation, stands as a vital piece of Eatonville’s cultural and social history. This once-thriving nightclub was part of the legendary Chitlin Circuit, a network of venues where African American performers showcased their talents during a time when they […]

Town of Eatonville selected for Community Development Block Grant-Mitigation Funds

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The Town of Eatonville has been selected to receive Community Development Block Grant-Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) funds based on the Eatonville Water System Hardening & Resiliency Improvements application submitted for the Rebuild Florida Mitigation General Infrastructure Program. The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity announced the award in a letter this month to Eatonville CRA Executive Director Michael […]

Housing Rehabilitation Program

Housing Rehabilitation Program The Program offers technical assistance for very low income homeowners to address repairs deemed urgent and necessary to ensure the health and safety of the residents. It requires that repairs performed meet or exceed the minimum standards of the Orange County (Minimum) Housing Code. Types of assistance may include roofing, plumbing, electrical, […]

Weatherization Assistance Program

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The Weatherization Assistance Program administered by the Osceola Council on Aging is available for FREE to qualifying low-income households. Osceola Council on AgingCall Jordan Love407-933-9531 Clients can sign up at the Community Centers below:East Orange, Hal P. Marston, Holden Heights, John Bridges, Maxey, Pine Hills, Taft. ** Must provide: FLA. ID (Adults), Household SS Card(s), […]

CRA Proposed Projects: Eatonville CRA exploring autonomous vehicles

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The Eatonville Community Redevelopment Agency is exploring the potential role autonomous vehicles could make when tied with the Town of Eatonville Historic Trail and Main Street, linking to Maitland’s SunRail station. “While we are in the exploration stage, I’m excited about seeing if it is feasible for our community,” said Michael Johnson, Executive Director of […]

Eatonville designated Florida Main Street community

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TALLAHASSEE – Secretary of State Laurel M. Lee announced today the designation of Eatonville as a Florida Main Street community. The designation provides technical assistance from the Florida Main Street Program to support local revitalization and preservation efforts. “I am happy to welcome Eatonville as the newest Florida Main Street community,” said Secretary of State […]