Orange Spiel Vol. 38 - Issue 2_Feb-Mar 2008[1]

THE HEALTH OF ORANGE COUNTY EMPLOYEES 4 OCCC’S DRESS FOR SUCCESS CAMPAIGN
February/March 2008 • Vol. 38 • No. 2

ORANGE SPIEL FEBRUARY/MARCH 2008 3
MAYOR’S LETTER
Editor
Judi Kerr
Graphic Artist
Lisa Damerst
Contributing Editors
Ralphetta Aker
Public Works
Pamela Baumbach
Administrative Services
Linda Bryant
Public Safety
Erlene Cavalere
Human Resources
Carol Clark
Community & Environmental Services
Cathie-Rising Clarke
Health & Family Services
Erlene Cavalere
Human Resources
Michelle Frank
County Administration
Rachel Irizarry
Information Systems & Services
Matt Juvinall
Marie King
Growth Management
Sally Lassalle
Human Resources
Allen Moore
Corrections
Tracy Newsome
Utilities
Ann Norsworthy
Convention Center
Marianne Nuckles
Fire Rescue
Tammy Stockdill
Community & Environmental Services
Elaine Walker
Contributing Photographers
Gil Ihrig
Mike Davies
Administrative Advisor
Steve Triggs
The Orange Spiel is a monthly publication for
Orange County’s employees. Opinions
expressed are those of the writers and do not
necessarily reflect the views of the editorial
staff or Orange County Government. For
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and clarity.
ORANGESPIEL
Dear County Employee,
During February we observed Hazardous Weather Awareness Week in Orange County. On
the very day that I was discussing this topic with children at Sadler Elementary School, resi-
dents of several southern states were digging out of the rubble caused by a series of killer tor-
nadoes. This just serves as a reminder that dangerous weather can strike us at any time, often
with little warning. That’s why every family should have an emergency plan, a disaster kit and
a weather radio. In the event of an emergency, many of us become first and second respon-
ders. When our community counts on us to help them weather the storm, it is comforting to
know that our families are prepared and have a plan to stay safe. As always, Orange TV is a
valuable resource during any emergency that requires mobilization of a large group of County
employees.
While I’m on the subject of Orange TV, if you’re a customer of Brighthouse Cable, you may
have noticed some recent changes with our government access channels – Orange and Vision
TV. On January 19, Brighthouse relocated Orange TV to channel 199 and Vision TV to
channel 198 on its digital tier. This decision came on the heels of a new state law that trans-
fers cable TV regulation from local government to the state. Comcast Cable has left Orange
TV on channel 9 and Vision TV on channel 98.
Orange TV will continue to be the place to see your government in action, featuring live un-
edited government meetings, events and, when the need arises, unfiltered emergency infor-
mation. If you need of a digital converter box to see Orange TV in any County office, please
contact the Communications Division – 407-836-5361.
Coming soon. Keep an eye out for a fresh new look for the Orange Spiel – Think Visual. We
will roll out a new look that focuses on employee features that have more visual impact.
Submit your story ideas through your department’s Spiel Editor or contact the
Communications Division.
Richard T. Crotty
Orange County Mayor

4 FEBRUARY/MARCH 2008 ORANGE SPIEL
On January 24, 2008, District 4 Commissioner
Linda Stewart and Fire Chief Carl Plaugher dedicat-
ed the new Orange County Fire Station 77, located at
11501 Moss Park Road.
The new fire station is a state of the art facility with
firefighters and paramedics available to respond 24
hours a day with Advanced Life Support emergency
service serving the citizens of District 4. Additionally,
the station was built with future growth in mind and
can expand, if the community need arises.
Fire Station 77 was built using green design princi-
ples. Some of the green elements are high efficiency air
conditioners, motion detecting lights and landscaping
that uses little water.
Orange County Fire Rescue, an accredited fire
department, is committed to ensuring the health and
safety of our community.
Fire Rescue Holds Dedication Ceremony for New Station 77
BY LUIS GARCIA-MERCADO, FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT
(Left to Right): Public Safety Director Michael McCoy, District 4 Commissioner
Linda Stewart, Lt. Dave Waite (Station 77- A Shift Company Officer),
Suzanne Arnold with the Lake Mary Jane Alliance, and Fire Chief Carl
Plaugher
The OC Club – a free membership program for Orange
County youth ages 5-19 that rewards participating kids for
making positive choices – reached 10,077 members as of mid-
January.
Established in 2004 as Mayor Richard T. Crotty’s youth ini-
tiative, the program is well ahead of last year’s pace.
“We’re thrilled to be half way to our goal of 20,000, and we’re
adding more every day,” said Brent Moore, OC Club program
manager. “It’s important for the community to know that so
many youth are involved in high-quality programs across
Orange County.”
Any Orange County youth who participates in an activity at
one of the OC Club’s partners is eligible for this free program.
To join the OC Club, students have to participate in and sign
up through one of the OC Club’s many recreation partner pro-
grams – such as a club or sport at most Orange County Public
Schools, the Boys & Girls Club, the City of Orlando
Recreation Division, other municipalities in the county, as well
as many others. Currently, there are 97 recreation partners at
more than 400 locations.
Each OC Club member receives a blue club membership
card, which they must present to receive tickets during mem-
ber-exclusive events, for discounts at local business partners,
and to ride LYNX for free with certain restrictions. Members
can also view the list of special discounts to more than 100 area
businesses, listed under “Business Partners” on the OC Club
website.
For more information, visit the OC Club website at
www.theocclub.net or call 407-836-9790.
OC Club Reaches Milestone of 10,000 Members
BY MANDY KIMMER, PARKS & RECREATION DIVISION
Movie Mania: Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who
AMC West Oaks 14, Saturday, March 15, 11 am
Spring in a Splash at Wet-n-Wild
Friday, March 28, 9 am to 8 pm
Central Florida Fair
CFF Fairgrounds, Thursday, April 17, 4 pm-midnight
OC Club Summer Celebration
CFF Fairgrounds, Saturday, May 31 (time TBA)
Upcoming OC Club Events

2008 Brings Changes in DMV Requirements
SUBMITTED BY CARLOS MORALES, ORANGE COUNTY COURTHOUSE
NEW LAWS:
2008 means new laws for Florida drivers! Some of these are:
W Personal Injury Protection (PIP) has returned January 1,
2008. Everyone must have the appropriate Personal injury
Protection and Property Damage auto coverage! For more
information, please visit: http://www.fldfs.com.
W Motor vehicle owners will be allowed to choose between
renewing their vehicle registration for one or two year incre-
ments.
W All passenger vehicles used to transport migrant farm
workers must be properly equipped with seatbelts for every
passenger and have appropriate standardized instructions on
their usage.
TEEN DRIVERS:
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor
Vehicles (DHSMV) is required by law to suspend driver
licenses of teens not going to school. This applies to all stu-
dents in public schools who are between 14 and 18 years of
age. School districts must report students who dropout of
school or accumulate 15 unexcused absences within 90 days.
Middle and high school students must attend school 30 days
with unexcused absences to have their license reinstated after
paying a $35.00 fee. For more information on teen drivers
visit: www.hsmv.state.fl.us/teens/index.html.
BE PREPARED, GET AN APPOINTMENT!:
Any customer who must visit a DHSMV office to renew,
replace or file a change of address to their driver license or
identification card is urged to secure an appointment prior to
their visit. For an appointment and less wait time, customers
can select the best day and time suited to their needs via the
Internet by going to the DHSMV website at
http://oasis.hsmv.state.fl.us/. Customers will then be
prompted to complete an on-line pre-application prior to
coming in to one of the offices.
U.S. PERMANENT RESIDENTS/RENEW ONLINE:
Those legal U.S. permanent residents who have been issued a
Florida driver license or identification card now are able to use
online services to renew, file a change of address and more.
Once the supporting documents have been scanned and veri-
fied, those granted U.S. permanent resident status and who
hold a Florida drivers license or ID can take advantage of our
convenient online services. Please visit: www.GoRenew.com or
in Spanish at www.MiLicencia.Info to take advantage of our
Internet service.Those who prefer to secure an appointment via
the telephone, will need to call their local driver license office.
NON-IMMIGRANTS AND CANADIANS:
The issuance limit of a driver license or ID card has been mod-
ified for Non-Immigrants or Canadians in Florida. Non-
Immigrant citizens will receive a driver license or ID for a peri-
od not to exceed the expiration date of the U.S. Citizenship and
Immigration Services document presented or one calendar year,
whichever occurs first. Canadian citizens qualify for a one-year
license. Current identification and legal presence requirements
remain in effect. All driver licenses and identification cards
issued in Florida to non-immigrants and Canadian citizens
include the word “TEMPORARY” printed in the bottom right
corner.
OFFICE HOURS:
All driver license offices are open 5 days a week. Offices across
the State are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays,
Wednesdays and Fridays. On Tuesdays and Thursdays the
offices are open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Selected offices also open
on Saturday – service is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
INFORMATION IN SPANISH:
Information in Spanish about Florida driver licenses and iden-
tification cards is available on the State of Florida website:
www.hsmv.state.fl.us/Spanish/ddl/. To contact the Florida
DHSMV, send your email to: hsmv-info@hsmv.state.fl.us.

Orange County Citizen Corps Program
Working Towards A Safer, Stronger and Better Prepared Community
BY CHERIE BOYCE, OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
After September 11, 2001 and again after
Hurricane Charley, Frances and Jean in September
2004, citizens witnessed a wellspring of selflessness
and heroism. People in every corner of Orange
County asked, "What can I do?" and "How can I
help?"
Orange County Citizen Corps was created to help
everyone within Orange County answer these ques-
tions by promoting an understanding of our personal
responsibilities for preparedness and by providing
training and volunteer service opportunities.
The White House established Citizen Corps as part
of USA Freedom Corps in 2002. Citizen Corps coor-
dinated its activities through the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) until October 1, 2003,
when it was transferred to the Office for Domestic
Preparedness (ODP now the Office of Grants and
Training) as part of the Fiscal Year 2004 Homeland
Security Appropriations Act.
With its "all-hazards" mission, Citizen Corps com-
plements grant and training activities that enable local govern-
ment to prevent, prepare for, and respond to threats to the
nation's homeland security. By providing a community-based
structure, it gives citizens opportunities to work with Orange
County first responders to prepare, train and volunteer to
maintain Orange County's Quality of Life.
Citizen Corps Partner Programs include CERT, Medical
Reserve Corps, Neighborhood Watch, and Citizens on Patrol.
Citizen Corps affiliates with other local volunteer programs and
organizations, including the Red Cross Local Chapter.
The Orange County Citizen Corps Council meets in the
Orange County Commissioners' Chambers at 201 S. Rosalind
Ave. on the fourth Monday of the month from 8:30 a.m. to 10
a.m. These meetings are aired on Orange TV (see your cable
company listing for airtimes). To learn more about Orange
County Citizen Corps, please visit their website:
www.ocoem.com.
“What can I do?” and ”How can I help?” Orange County Citizen Corps volun-
teers explore possibilities during “mock” disaster exercises.
The Cooperative Extension Service annual Orange County
Master Gardener Plant Sale will be held on Saturday, April
12, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Orange County-
University of Florida/IFAS Extension Education Center locat-
ed at 6021 South Conway Road in Orlando.
Admission is FREE! There will be lots of unusual plants for
sale, donated both by Master Gardeners and local plant nurs-
eries. Many Central Florida plant societies will be on hand to
answer questions and register new members. Brought back by
popular demand is a silent auction, featuring a one-hour
homeowner consultation with renowned University of Florida
Extension Agent Emeritus, Tom MacCubbin. So mark your
calendar for April 12 and bring your green thumb out to enjoy
the 2008 Master Gardener Plant Sale! Proceeds go toward the
further education of Master Gardeners of Orange County.
2008 Master Gardener Plant Sale
BY FRANCES SIMONEAUX, UF/IFAS COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE

National Teach-In Focuses on Climate Change Solutions
BY BETH BROMFIELD, ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION DIVISION
iscussions on climate change are all the rage, but people
wonder: is anything actually being done? Is government real-
ly listening? Does anyone really care? The Focus the Nation
event on January 31st hoped to answer “yes” to these questions.
Focus the Nation: Global Warming Solutions for America is
being called a humanitarian movement, the largest teach-in in
American history. Its aim was
to strengthen the growing
momentum for a clean energy
revolution in order to avert the
potential effects of climate
change, and address the declin-
ing oil reserves, increased air
pollution and political instabili-
ty from a reliance on carbon
fuels. The event was scheduled
with Super Tuesday on the
horizon in order to get voters
and candidates thinking about
global warming.
Focus the Nation’s national
kick-off was a free, interactive
webcast held on January 30th.
Groups from all over the coun-
try signed up to host screenings
of The 2% Solution, a discussion with Stanford University cli-
mate scientist, Stephen Schneider; sustainability expert, Hunter
Lovins; green jobs pioneer, Van Jones; actor and clean energy
advocate, Edward Norton; and youth climate leaders. The
premise of The 2% Solution is to cut emissions by 80% of cur-
rent levels by 2050 – averaging 2% per year.
Over 1550 groups (about 80 from Florida) participated in
this national event with colleges and universities leading the
pack. Also involved were middle and high schools, faith-based
and civic organizations, and the business community.
Locally, University of Central Florida (UCF) heralded their
event as a “Teach-In/Reach-Out” in order to highlight the impor-
tance of community partnerships, said Dr. Penelope Canan, a
UCF Sociology professor who was instrumental in organizing
this local gathering.
During the event, Mayor Richard Crotty announced an $8
million project to help fund the largest solar photovoltaic (PV)
system in the southeast at the Orange County Convention
Center with help of a $1.8 million grant from Florida
Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), $1.5 mil-
lion from Orlando Utilities Commission(OUC), and a techni-
cal partnership with the Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC).
This one-megawatt PV array will annually produce energy
equivalent to the power used by approximately 100 homes –
without producing any greenhouse gases or pollution. This PV
system will be a model for solar projects around the state and
country. Currently, Florida is third nationally in energy con-
sumption, according to Vivian Garfein, FDEP Central District
Director, who participated in the UCF event. Rounding out the
press conference were Florida Senator Lee Constantine; Tom
Kimbis, Solar Program Manager, U.S. Department of Energy
(DOE); and Katie Porta, Board President of OUC.
Prior to the PV announce-
ment, there was a panel discus-
sion on Leadership Solutions
to Climate Change, which
included leaders in the envi-
ronmental community: Lori
Cunniff, Orange County
Environmental Protection
Division (EPD) Manager;
Marsha Segal-George. City of
Orlando; Shelly Lauten,
MyRegion.org; Charlie
Hemmeline, Solar Energy
Program, DOE; and Jim
Griffin, Global Green Alliance.
The panel discussed the
accomplishments, initiatives,
and goals of their organizations
as they work together and with
the community towards becoming an environmentally and eco-
nomically sustainable region. According to EPD Manager, Lori
Cunniff, Central Florida is becoming number one for green ini-
tiatives in the State of Florida.
Also participating were civic and campus groups, who offered
information on many of the “green” opportunities available. An
area called the Marketplace was open for attendees to become
informed through displays, literature and conversation about
(Left to Right) Senator Lee Constantine, Vivian Garfein, Katie Porta,
Tom Kimbis, and Mayor Richard Crotty
Dr. Penelope Canan (in pink) and Mayor Richard Crotty speaking
with student organizers of Focus the Nation.
(article continued on page 8)

the offerings of various groups ranging from energy efficiency,
alternative fuels, Florida-friendly yards, science, politics, parks
and nature, alternative transportation, holistic living, lifestyle,
solar energy, and recycling, just to name a few.
The day-long event included faculty lectures, a Sierra Club
film fest, a climate change bookstore, raffles, a recycled fashion
show and appearances by Captain Planet. Outside were some
bigger displays of environmental interest. EPD displayed solar
panels that powered a fan and recharged the battery to the Ford
Escape Hybrid available for display. FSEC brought out their PV
Disaster Response Trailer, which was used to power a medical
treatment tent in Port Charlotte, FL after Hurricane Charlie
and a radio station in Kilm, MS after Hurricane Katrina. FDEP
had a car powered by hydrogen and UCF and OUC also
brought out their hybrid vehicles.
Organizers hope this event will be a catalyst for more discus-
sions and actions towards climate change solutions.
Community members are encouraged to contact their members
of Congress, support actions and groups to raise awareness of
the issues, and most importantly, vote.
In Memoriam ~ Mark Gant
BY TIM MADHANAGOPAL, UTILITIES WATER RECLAMATION DIVISION
Mark Gant, a Senior Operations Specialist with the Utilities
Water Reclamation Division, passed away on December 1,
2007, at the age of 46.
Mark joined the Water Reclamation Division in 1979 as an
Operator Trainee at the South Water Reclamation Facility.
Through on-the-job training and continuing education, he
obtained his wastewater opera-
tor licenses from the Florida
Department of Environmental
Protection. Upon receiving the
Florida Level A Wastewater
Treatment Operator license in
1986, he was promoted to
Operator II. In 1989, Mark
was appointed to Chief
Operator. He supervised many
of the County’s water reclama-
tion facilities, including the
Conway Wastewater Facility,
which was decommissioned
when the Eastern Water
Reclamation Facility was con-
structed. Mark was promoted
to Senior Operations Specialist
at the Eastern Water
Reclamation Facility in 1995.
Mark enjoyed taking challenging assignments and imple-
menting innovative approaches to the Eastern Water
Reclamation Facility’s day-to-day operations. He helped Orange
County save thousands of dollars in operating costs by actively
participating in and helping implement innovative approaches
and new technologies. Mark served on a committee that helped
the County obtain its Environmental Management System cer-
tification for its biosolids management program. In April 2007,
he was presented the prestigious Leroy Scott Award by the
Florida Water Environment Association for his dedication to
the water quality profession.
Mark mentored several new employees and prepared them for
their licensing examinations. He was a strong supporter of
Orange County’s career advancement program for the opera-
tions staff, which involves recruiting, training and testing new
employees for promotions.
Mark was an excellent representative for the Water
Reclamation Division and
provided tours of the Eastern
Water Reclamation Facility to
thousands of students and
water quality professionals.
These tours helped the
Division send out a positive
message about its services to
the community.
The Eastern Water
Reclamation Facility is one of
Orange County’s award-win-
ning facilities. People from all
over the world visit this facility
to learn about the effectiveness
of the technologies and pro-
grams implemented there.
Dedicated water quality pro-
fessionals like Mark, who took
pride in his work and assignments, made these honors possible.
Mark was one of Orange County’s most dedicated and hard-
working employees. He had very high work ethics and always
looked for ways to improve the efficiency of operations. Mark
enjoyed assembling personal computers. In his spare time, he
assembled numerous computers and gave them to children who
could not afford them.
Mark’s integrity, vision, wisdom and leadership touched the
lives of many, and with his death, this community has lost a val-
ued friend and fellow citizen. Mark is survived by his wife, Leah;
his children, Michael, Eric and Sarah; and his mother, brothers
and sisters.
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The Orange County Convention Center and OCCC
Employees have joined together in support of Dress for
Success. Dress for Success is a not-for profit organization that
promotes the economic independence of
disadvantaged women by providing pro-
fessional attire, a network of support,
and the career development tools to help
these women thrive in work and life.
During the month of March, the
OCCC will accept business attire for
women in our area. Items that Dress for
Success will accept are:
Interview-appropriate suits and relat-
ed separates (the greatest need is for
items size 14 and up)
Solid color blouses
Shoes that are suitable for the work
place. Our clients receive brown, black
or navy shoes most frequently. Please—
no heels higher than 3 inches and no
open-toed shoes.
Unopened hosiery
Unused undergarments (Note: Not
all locations accept such items; please check with the affiliate
closest to you before making this type of donation.)
Black tote bags, attaché bags or briefcases
Basic professional accessories (including jewelry, scarves,
belts and handbags)
Unopened cosmetics
Coats and outerwear (Note: Not all locations accept such
items; please check with the affiliate closest to you before
making this type of donation.)
Remember - Dress for Success annual
S.O.S. - Send One Suit - Week® is
March 30-April 5!
About Dress for Success
Dress for Success is an international not-
for-profit organization with the mission
to advance low-income women’s econom-
ic and social development and to encour-
age self-sufficiency through career devel-
opment and employment retention.
Since starting operations in 1997, Dress
for Success has expanded to 79 cities in
the U.S., Canada, New Zealand, the
Netherlands and the UK. To date, Dress
for Success has helped more that 300,000
women work towards self-sufficiency. For
more information - www.dressforsuc-
cess.org
For more information about the Dress for Success campaign
and where to make a donation, contact Diali E. Coll-Mercado
with the Orange County Convention Center at 407-685-
5858 office, 407-491-2943 cellular, or email Diali.Coll-
Mercado@ocfl.net.
OCCC Teams up with Nationwide Dress for Success Campaign!
BY GWEN WILSON, ORANGE COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER
The Consumer Fraud Unit has joined a group of federal,
state, and local government agencies and national consumer
advocacy organizations to launch the 10th annual National
Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), March 2-8, 2008.
NCPW highlights consumer education efforts in the fight
against fraud in communities across the nation. And this year,
organizers encourage people from coast to coast to fortify their
financial know-how. Financially savvy consumers are likely to
make smarter decisions about managing their money, using
credit wisely, and building a solid financial foundation.
According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), con-
sumers conduct some type of financial transaction requiring an
educated decision every day: shopping for a mortgage or auto
loan; understanding and reconciling credit card statements and
telephone bills; choosing savings and retirement plans; compar-
ing health insurance policies; understanding their credit report
and how it affects their ability to get credit and on what terms;
and simply deciding how to pay for a purchase.
NCPW partner organizations provide practical – and tactical
– tips so consumers can learn how to make well-informed finan-
cial decisions, avoid credit scams, and protect their personal
information. For more information or to boost your financial
IQ visit the website: consumer.gov/ncpw.
2008 National Consumer Protection Week, March 2 - 8
BY MELISSA ALLUMS, ORANGE COUNTY CONSUMER FRAUD UNIT

February is Black History Month! This nation-
ally recognized event is a time to recall and celebrate
the positive contributions of African-American peo-
ple and their part in the development of the United
States in particular.
Traditionally, Orange County kicks off the cele-
bration with Mayor Richard Crotty and the Board of
County Commissioners proclaiming February as
“Black History Month.” This year, Mayor Crotty
issued his proclamation on February 5, 2008,
encouraging all citizens of Orange County to join in
learning about and celebrating the contributions
African Americans have made to the world, to our
country, and to our community.
Commemorating Black History began in 1926,
when Dr. Carter G. Woodson, a Harvard Ph.D., ini-
tiated Negro History Week. Dr. Woodson, a histo-
rian, chose the second week in February because it
included the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and
Abraham Lincoln. As a scholar, Dr. Woodson was
disturbed to find in his studies that history books
largely ignored contributions made by black
Americans in our nation’s development, so he and
other black historians and social scientists went about system-
atically proving that blacks played an integral part in the devel-
opment of civilization.
As part of the nation’s 1976 Bicentennial, Negro History
Week was expanded to “Black History Month”, in order to have
enough time for celebratory programs and activities. In Orange
County, the Black History Committee of Orange County
(BHCOC) is largely responsible for coordinating and encourag-
ing county participation in “Black History Month.” The
BHCOC was established 14 years ago, when former County
Commissioner Mabel Butler and a group of employees from
various divisions came together to celebrate Black History
Month by having a potluck lunch.
According to BHCOC President, Deloris Batson, their mis-
sion has not deviated from enjoying the rich soul food, but has
expanded to continuing the legacy of celebrating the contribu-
tions that black Americans have made nationally and globally.
Says Batson, “A primary goal of the BHCOC is to help Orange
County students who wish to pursue their education by donating
scholarships to various colleges and universities for students to
obtain their undergraduate and graduate degrees in hope that these
students may become productive citizens to Orange County,
Orlando and America.”
Through donations, the BHCOC has made it possible for
many promising students to attend colleges such as Valencia
Community College, the University of Central Florida and
Florida AM University. Currently, the BHCOC has donated
over $100,000 to local schools, colleges, and universities. They
also donated another $10,000 to community programs such as
Motivating and Mentoring Youth, Great Oak Village, Save our
Babies, Water for Haiti, victims of hurricanes and fires and so
much more.
This year, the BHCOC will conclude Orange County’s
“Black History Month” celebration on March 8th at their 6th
Annual Black History Gala.* The theme is “Stop the Violence
– How to raise Non-Violent Children” with keynote speaker, Dr.
Alvin Poussaint, a leading psychiatrist, professor of psychiatry,
and Associate Dean of student affairs at Harvard Medial
School. (*See event details on back cover.)
Orange County Celebrates Black History Month
BY JUDI K. KERR, COMMUNICATIONS DIVISION
Members of the BHCOC (left to right/front to back) Sheena McFadden, Olivia
Fountain, John Robinson, Deloris Batson (President), Emma Laws, Clarence Hopkins
(Vice President), Stephanie Brown, Valerie Curgil, Carolyn McFadden, Vernard
Batson, Eddie Engram, Malcolm Brintley, Shishona Moore, Amy Perry, and Gloria
Barber (not pictured: Elizabeth Fitzgerald)
Networking Reception and Town Hall Meeting held on January 23rd at
the City of Orlando with Chief Val Demings as the Keynote Speaker.

An important part of Orange County’s develop-
ment and success has been dependent upon the
contributions made by its dedicated staff members.
Health Family Services employee, Jimmy
Mitchell, truly exemplifies this by recently complet-
ing 40 years of service with the County.
Hired in 1968 as a kitchen helper at the Great
Oaks Village (GOV) youth shelter, Jimmy contin-
ues to serve in this capacity. His career spans four
decades -- he has worked for 14 different kitchen
managers --providing important nutritional services
to the children and youth.
Jimmy is currently pursuing his GED at Boone
High School and enjoys building model airplanes
and watching TV classics such as Gunsmoke,
Bonanza and the Andy Griffith Show.
For his many years of service to the County and
the residents of GOV, Jimmy demonstrates extraor-
dinary dedication and it is an honor to express our
sincere gratitude for his longtime devotion. His
work is valued and appreciated by management, co-
workers, and the children of Great Oaks Village.
Jimmy Mitchell is Honored at the BCC for 40 Years of Service
BY DONAR JUBA-JOHNSON, YOUTH FAMILY SERVICES DIVISION
Jimmy Mitchell accepts his 40 Years of Service Award from Mayor Richard Crotty
and the Board of County Commissioners Teresa Jacobs (District 1), Fred Brummer
(District 2), Mildred Fernandez (District 3), Tiffany Moore Russell (District 6), and
Bill Segal (District 5). (Not pictured: Commissioner Linda Stewart, District 4)
U.S. Census Bureau Reports on Black Americans**
3 Population
As of July 2003, there were an estimated 38.7 million U.S. residents of African American descent (13.3 percent of the
total U.S. population).
3 Education
As of June 2003:
• Among blacks age 25 and over, 80% had at least a high school diploma. This proportion rose by 10 percentage
points from 1993 to 2003.
• For blacks ages 25 to 29, the proportion is considerably higher: 88%.
• Among blacks age 25 and over, 17 % had a bachelor’s degree or higher — up 5 percentage points from 1993.
• Among blacks age 25 and over, 1 million had an advanced degree (e.g., master’s, Ph.D., M.D. or J.D.).
3 Income
As of July 2002:
• $2.5 million is the estimated work life earnings for full-time, year-round, black workers with an advanced degree.
• For blacks (and people of other races), more education means higher career earnings.
• For Blacks without a high school diploma would earn less than $1 million during their work life, increasing to $1
million for those with a high school education and $1.7 million for those with a bachelor’s degree.
3 Military Service
In serving our nation, there were 2.3 million black military veterans in the United States in 2003.
3 Home Ownership
As of October 2004, 48% own a home.
3 Jobs
Based on the Census 2000, there are 31,100 black physicians and surgeons. Blacks are represented in a wide variety of
occupations. For instance, there are about 64,800 black postsecondary teachers; 26,300 chief executives; 33,900 lawyers;
5,600 news analysts, reporters and correspondents; and 1,500 legislators.
(**information is based on most recent reports/new releases from the U.S. Census Bureau at www.census.gov)

Wellness for Life
The Health of Orange County
Employees
We are pleased to announce that 90% of county employees
completed the 2007 Wellness for Life health screenings and
health risk assessment (HRA). We hope you find your screen-
ing results valuable for your personal health awareness. In addi-
tion to the benefit that screenings results provide to individu-
als, there is also value in the aggregate screening data the
County receives. This data will assist us in identifying the most
prevalent employee healthcare needs, in
order to develop programs and
educational opportunities most
beneficial to employees.
Your individual results,
along with the suggestions
and recommendations pro-
vided in your results packets,
help serve as a guide when mak-
ing decisions and choices that can
lead to better health. Cognoscenti
Health Institute offers a Wellness Hotline at 321-445-6696
for any questions you may have. Other available resources
include:
Human Resources Wellness Team Members
Vicki Crawford, Wellness RN: 407-836-5665
Erlene Cavalere, Wellness Coordinator: 407-836-5826
Tina Taylor, Wellness Specialist: 407-836-5452
WellWorks Staff:
Supervisor Tammy Stockdill and Recreation
Specialists Louie Antuna, Priscilla Smith, and Jimmie
Sanders are available at 407-836-7646.
Health Risk Assessment aggregate data also shows that
51.5% of us eat less than 2 servings of high fiber food daily
and 52.2% exercise two or fewer times weekly. Both of these
behaviors can lead to obesity, heart disease and diabetes.
So, what does all of this mean? It means that many county
employees are on a fast track to a variety of disease states and
that there is much room for improvement towards a better
quality of life. It could also mean future disability and a short-
er life span for some. And it tells us that the County can expect
to see ever increasing healthcare costs. We are all paying for
each other’s medical costs. The healthier each one of us is and
the more support we give to each other on making better
lifestyle choices, the better the odds are that we will live long
and healthy lives. It will also improve our chances as an organ-
ization to keep our medical benefits costs under control.
Many employees are already taking action and are making
steps toward better health in a variety of ways. Look for more
resources and opportunities to help you make better lifestyle
choices. Currently being planned are: information and educa-
tional sessions, mini-challenges, disease management pro-
grams, opportunities for movement and exercise, designating
Wellness Champions in all Divisions and other resources which
will help us all commit to Wellness for Life.
The recent health screenings were not a one-time event.
They will be administered annually, so you will have the oppor-
tunity to compare your
progress from year to year
and to continue earning the
$25 Wellness for Life credit.
Many studies have shown
that while improving health
is a great thing, maintaining
current health status and
preventing a decline is
important as well. If you
have one or two risk factors
for heart disease, one goal
could be to make sure you
don’t have three or four risk
factors by next year. You
don’t have to lose 50 pounds
or run a marathon. Simply
focus on one or two mini goals and maintain your current
health status.
Own and take responsibility for your individual health.
Decide what you can do to maintain or improve your current
health level and then put this decision into action.
Remember, it is Your life – Your health – YOUR choice!
~by Wellness Team Members: Erlene Cavalere and
Vicki Crawford, R.N., Human Resourcess Division
Of the 6,200+ employees who participated:
23.7% have High LDL cholesterol (over 130 mg/dL)
31.3% have High Triglycerides (over 150 mg/dL)
28.2% have Low HDL cholesterol(less than 40 mg/dL)
41.4% have Elevated Insulin Resistance Index
BMI (Body Mass Index)
33.9% were Overweight (BMI: 25-29)
47.3% were Obese or Morbidly Obese (BMI: 30 and over)
Orange County’s aggregate wellness screening
results shows that there are areas we need to
focus on from a wellness improvement standpoint.

Retro Game Night
Friday, March 14
Challenge friends to favorite board games and video games
of years gone by! From Candyland to Scrabble, from Connect
Four to Twister – games will be set up throughout the museum for
your enjoyment. Enjoy music and nostalgic snacks too. Retro attire
encouraged! 6 p.m.-12 a.m. $5 admission. 21 and up. Beer and
wine available for purchase. Call 407-836-8580 to R.S.V.P.
Brown Bag Lunch Learn
Making Waves: The Course of Feminism
Thursday, March 18
Leandra Preston joins us for lunch and traces the waves of
feminism since the first struggle for voting rights in the late 1800s.
Noon-1 p.m. Free. Bring lunch, or for a small charge, pre-order by
March 14. Call 407-836-8580 to R.S.V.P.
Spring Break Camp: Toys and Games
March 28-April 4
Discover how toys and games were used to entertain children
during different historical periods. From paper dolls to paper air-
planes, from marbles to yo-yos, learn what toys and games your
grandparents and parents played with, and see if you can find
similarities in your toys. Ages 5-11. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (early drop-off
and extended day available for an additional charge). Members
$100; non-members $125.
Kid Stuff: Great Toys from Our Childhood
Through April 13
Find out the answers and more little-known facts about the
creation and evolution of more than 40 timeless toys and games
in this hands-on exhibition. Kid Stuff features the most popular toys
of the past 50 years including Mr. Potato Head, View-Master,
Lego, Hot Wheels, Play-Doh, and more. Come play with us!
Calendar of Events/March 2008
Home School Day: Dig It Up!
Friday, March 7
A day dedicated to home school students and archaeology!
Participate in a mock archaeological dig and explore the History
Center. Through hands-on activities, discover how historians learn
about the past and investigate the people who settled Florida.
Activities designed for children ages 5-11 and their parents, 10
a.m.-3 p.m. Members free; non-members $5 per student and
$2.50 per adult. Call 407-836-8580 to register.
Women’s History Month: It’s Not Your Mother’s Tea
Thursday, March 13
Put on your pearls, girls! This is the third event in the “It’s Not
Your Mother’s Tea” series recognizing influential women in Central
Florida. This year’s event, sponsored by Bright House Networks,
will feature female leaders from the local media. Central Florida
News 13 Anchor Jackie Brockington; Orlando Sentinel Sr. Vice
President and Editor Charlotte Hall; and Orlando Business Journal
Publisher Ann Sonntag discuss the challenges and opportunities
they face as leaders in their field. Includes a light reception with
tea and champagne, 4--6 p.m., $25. R.S.V.P. at 407-836-8580.
History Center News
Admission:
$10.00 Adult/$6.50 Seniors (60+) and
Students/$3.50 Children (3-12)/FREE: County
Employees, Children 2 and under, Historical
Society Members, and/Groups of 15 or more,
$5.50 per person with advance reservation
Hours:
Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday Noon - 5 p.m.
Orange County Regional History Center
65 East Central Blvd., Orlando, FL 32801
407-836-8500 /800-965-2030
www.thehistorycenter.org

Willie E. Walker Jr.
Correctional Corporal
Lakisha L. Watt
James R. Webb
12/30/07
William R. Andersen
Detention Service Officer
Jennifer C. Bryla
Planner II
George K. Goodman
Equipment Mechanic I
Douglas R. Ide
Equipment Operator II
Steven M. Marconi
Animal Services Officer
Maria S. Provido
Sr. Utilities Accountant
Gena S. Richardson
Caseworker
Christopher J. Schmidt
Planner II
Jamar A. Simmons
Field Specialist I
Joseph D. Stutzman
Equipment Mechanic I
Clarissa F. Valdez
Caseworker
Sonja R. Williams
Environmental Coord.
Kassandra A. Woods
Exhibitor Services Rep.
12/2/07
Julius C. Barati Jr.
Sr. Parks Specialist
Gregory Blaine Jr.
Plant Specialist Trainee
Calvin Armstrong
Equipment Operator I
April D. Boyd
Corrections Aide
Lesvia N. Chiesa-Medina
Sr. Fiscal Coordinator
Raphael Cordero
Conv. Center Tech. III
Edgar I. Cuartas
Utilities Section Manager
Dennis G. Knight
Sr.. Customer Service Field
Representative
Anna L. Mitchell
Contract Administrator
Patricia E. Redman
Planner II
Carmen S. Serrano
Teacher Assistant
William Soto
Conv Center Tech. III
Kimberley S. Stoeckel
Procurement Coordinator
Roger D. Thomas
Equipment Operator IV
Sandra D. Vaughn
Sr. Chemist
12/16/07
David L. Amaro
Human Resources Spec.
Taaka L. Bennett
Joanna K. Berry
Dispatcher II EMT
Betty Boisrond
Katie L. Burnett
Recreation Specialist
Darius G. Caswell
Industrial Electrician II
Marcus C. Davis
Operations Technician IV
Damien M. Dowling
Refrig/Heat Mechanic II
Brandy D. Driggers
Planner II
Richard Drummond
Equipment Mechanic III
Stephen W. Dunn
Whitney E. Evers
Attorney III
Wanzo Galloway Jr.
Attorney IV
Tara L. Gould
Attorney III
Keith T. Haines
Carol A. Hewitt
Sr Contract Administrator
Robert J. Hyden Jr.
Angela M. McDowell
Non-Certified Corr Officer
Jose D. Medina
Equipment Mechanic III
Felipe Perez
Utilities Account Supv.
Julio A. Ruiz
RN Case Manager
Milagros S. Morales
Administrative Assistant
Julie L. Sitnik
Dispatcher II EMT
Scott R. Tess
Sr. Environmental Spec.
D e c e m b e r p r o m o t i o n s
GOV Thanks County Employees
for Supporting the
2007 Christmas Box Campaign
On behalf of the children at Great Oaks Village, we
extend a heartfelt “thank you” to all who worked so hard
and contributed toward our 2007 Great Oaks Village
Christmas Campaign. This year was nothing short of a
complete success! The love and generosity demonstrat-
ed by our employees further exemplifies the ongoing
commitment toward making meaningful differences in
the lives of these children. Whether it be through child
sponsorships or monetary Christmas box donations,
your continuous support and dedication helps to uphold
our mission of providing a safety net to children in need.
We are so grateful to each of you for making so many
dreams become a reality!

Isaac Ladson Sr.
Conv. Center Maintenance
Coordinator
Katherine A. Myers
Thomas E. Hetherman
Sr. Inspector
Monica L. Hand
Sr. Title Examiner
Robin B. Hritz
Rolanda F. Valentin
Alizette P. Santana
Housing Assistant
Brandon L. Beavers
Highway Utility Repair
Person
Kevin A. Layne
Environmental Specialist II
Carlos Andujar
Operations Technician III
Luz Ramos Algaria
Social Worker
Clayton G. Hutchins
Spray Technician
1/13/08
Angela M. Hargis
Engineering Inspector III
Karen S. Wittman
Sr. Children Services
Counselor
Stephen M. Stokes
Engineering Inspector III
Hector L. Cuencas Jr.
Andrea L. Jones
Mgmt Budget Analyst
Bibi A. Khan
Assistance Interviewer
Brenda L. Villanueva
Finance Systems Coordinator
Rosa L. Frazier
Michael B. Saldutti
Maintenance Technician
Gianna N. Harrell
Caseworker Aide
Mayda Leon
Research Analyst
Alexandra M. Bedoya
Engineer II
Eric P. Elton
Utilities Services
Coordinator
Charlene Gary
Sr. Executive Assistant
Jennifer I. Smith
Raymon Suarez
Jeanette Smith
Angela T. Modeste
Rosha S. Bryant
Teacher Assistant
Jerry L. Hammock
Paul W. Wootton
1/21/08
Matthew L. Suedmeyer
Manager Parks Recreation
William J. Rivera
Human Resources Manager
1/27/08
Lee E. Thiele
Sr. Inspector
Kenneth M. King
Rigging Coordinator
Miriam D. Paul
Family Teacher Assistant
David A. Martinez
Electronic Systems Coord.
Richard J. Furbush
Sr. Foreman
Michael H. Higgins
Conv. Center Technician IV
Scott A. Walden
Utilities Supervisor
Thomas C. Devlin III
Sr. Utilities Maintenance
Coord.
Alexander B. Veech III
Guest Community
Relations Manager
Roberto Franceschetti
Info Systems Security Adm
Lourdes O. Rodriguez
Human Resources Analyst
What’s does this mean to you? The Orange Spiel Monthly Magazine aims to serve
the comunications needs of Orange County employees.** With an updated design
and new features, look for more faces than places; human interest stories; HR
updates; “Wellness for Life” health advice; department/division updates and
information; and much more. ( **Contents of the updated Orange Spiel Monthly Magazine
will be based on employee feedback from the 2008 Orange Spiel Magazine survey conducted
January-March in the online Spiel Extra and by hand- delivered random distribution.)
Coming In April 2008...
A New Orange Spiel Magazine!
Think
Visual!
J A N U A R Y p r o m o t i o n s

S E R V I C E
5 YEARS
Monica L. Hand
Community
Environmental Services
Laura L. Allbritton
John M. Kasper
David Morton
Corrections
Geralynn Costello
Cordney V. Battle
Alison Elizabeth Roach
Fire Rescue
Richard J. Broccolo
Richard C. Hyman
Charles R. Hale III
Allan J. Lopez Rodriguez
Charles T. Orme
Scott D. Keesey
James R. Harbilas
Gordon P. Naruta
Hector J. Camacho
Richard M. Nicholson
Angela Vanzandt
Mark L. Male
Craig A. Mitchell
Granville K. Lewis
Brian J. Beechner
Youssef M. Chatila
Robert S. Adcock
Irma Medina-Leitenburg
Arnold F. Noorlander
Growth Management
Antonio Ramirez Jr.
James Mark O'Hara
Rhonda H. Walker
Barbara Gore-Holmes
Health Family Services
Sandra J. Brown
Gay G. Delaughter
Jose A. Pizarro-Cruz
Utilities
Carol E. Harris
Robert S. Sasher
Raymond Rivera-Fontanez
Cheryl S. Clark
Lori E. Melle
David M. Johnston
Charlene U. Register
Public Works
Gordon Tincher
Scott E. Harrison
Utilities
Linda D. Casteel
25 YEARS
Convention Center
Brenda J. Brown
Corrections
James A. Weathers
Melissa A. Allums
Fire Rescue
Albert L. Bailey III
Daniel J. Quillinan
Steven L. Elliott
Antonie Brus III
Martin L. Cyphers III
Lawrence S. Gunnell
Joseph J. King
Growth Management
Peggy M. Cullen
Utilities
James D. Phillips
30 YEARS
Community
John W. Pierce
Corrections
Brady J. Pawson
Dennis J. White
Growth Management
Robert J. Amato
Krista S. Hill
Anita R. McGraw
Edwin Aponte
Ashley E. Johnson
Utilities
Carmen I. Santiago
20 YEARS
Cherylee Ann Metzgar
Community
Patricia A. Bythwood
Daniel P. Milliken
Robert P. Spivey Jr.
Corrections
John A. Thompson
Dennis Moonsammy
Alfred H. Gaines
John Davis
Marinda S. Willis
Irvin A. George
Robert J. Maggi
Christopher P. Bishop
Albert A. Capece
10 YEARS
Community
Derrick D. Woods
Carla D. McClendon
Convention Center
David M. Woitko
Corrections
Robert L. Dexter
Ruby L. Muniz
Evelyn E. Lawing
Fire Rescue
Leslie Rhodes Jr.
Utilities
Kenneth L. Smith
William M. Bigham III
15 YEARS
Community
Lillie C. Beckworth
F E B AWARDS
Orange County Mayor Richard T. Crotty’s
ReNEW program along with Cooperative
Extension will host several tree give-away
events this year. The program is free for all
Orange County citizens and is designed to
encourage adding trees to our environment.
The next tree give-away is scheduled for
Saturday, April 19, at Barnett Park. The
address is: 4801 West Colonial Drive. For more
information, call Scott Lloyd at 407-836-6200.
For more information about the Streetscape
Adopt-a-Tree program, call 407-254-9200.
Funding for this program is courtesy of Orange
County ReNEW: Residents and Neighborhoods
Empowered to Win.
Adopt A Tree in 2008

S E R V I C E
5 YEARS
Robert A. Bryant
Randall S. Parrish
Community
Robert J. Drow
Michael T. Walker
Joseph F. Gibbs
Convention Center
Dante D. Baxter
Barbara J. Garcia
Corrections
Sorria S. Hosein
Michael B. Stanton
Michael A. Turner
Lourdes E. Markham
Jorge L. Gonzalez
Carmen Rodriguez-Torres
Michelle Quick-White
Kwasi O. Baadu
Natasha L. Griffin
Court Administration
Stephen D. Gismondi
Growth Management
Larry N. Shellhammer
Nelson Ramirez
Robert Ally
Jennifer L. Grant
Monica Martinez
Gladys Rivera
Darlene A. Tait
Marie Y. Cesalien
Public Works
Carl D. Moore
Utilities
Sandra J. Hampton
Amy O. Gilliam
Gary J. DeSantola
Angel L. Rodriguez Jr.
Thomas A. Robinette
Growth Management
Michael H. Webb
Trinidad Sanchez
Lavern Cruz
Yolanda S. Brown
Public Works
Miguel J. Tamayo
Odel E. Burke
Mark A. Boger
Lonnie R. Beverley
Utilities
Gary Whittenburg
David Y. Murayama
Michael J. Jordan
Donald K. Peck
20 YEARS
Corrections
Kenneth C. Allen
Dean R. Stasiak
Kenneth W. Gardner
Janice M. Bradstreet
Victor M. Otero
Judith A. Catt
Growth Management
Janice L. Pouncey
10 YEARS
John H. Hannah III
Convention Center
Felicia D. Nix
Corrections
Ana L. Ortiz
Lowanda N. Turnage
Jose L. Arroyo
Joseph J. Alvarez
Edwin R. Mobley
Barry L. Keller
Barbara J. Wilson
Karen E. Hayes
George J. Prastitis
Mary J. Dondanville
Court Administration
Leda L. Herrera
Fire Rescue
Alex J. Morales
Lucia M. Chism
Lillian M. Fagg
Felix Perez
Utilities
Cindy L. Hauschild
15 YEARS
Jody L. Strickland
Juan F. Martinez
Convention Center
John T. Morris
Corrections
William T. Greene Jr.
Fire Rescue
Kevin A. Wiltz
Carollee A. Easter
Lauraleigh A. Avery
Bessie L. Hudson
Juan M. Atan
Anthony Ferrara Jr.
MAR AWARDS
Central Florida Home Garden Show
March 7-9
Central Florida’s largest spring consumer event!
Show offers a unique and broad selection of gardening
and home improvement-related exhibits showcasing
ideas to inspire you for Spring and beyond!
OC Convention Center North Building, Hall NB
Friday/Saturday 10 am – 9 pm/Sunday 10 am – 6 pm
Admission $9/Adults and $5/Children
For more information visit, www.floridahomeshows.com.
Public Works
Kenneth B. Rowe
Charles Figueroa
Gregory M. Miller
Utilities
Myron A. Claxton
25 YEARS
Corrections
Ansel L. Brown
Marsha S. Chiles
30 YEARS
Corrections
Harry Jackson Jr.
Stephen L. Pieper
Richard F. Daigneault
Utilities
Tyrone G. Fichtel
35 YEARS
Public Works
Ronald W. Walls

Leather Sofa and Loveseat: Good
condition. Color hunter green, asking $500
for both. Call John 407-657-0849 or 321-
262-2713
Chevrolet Suburban: leather seats, rear
air, many extras. 65,000 miles. Asking
$15,950. Call Mike at 407-761-3177.
Condo: Château De Ville. Great Location
– John Young Oakridge. Minutes from I-4,
Millenia Mall, Universal Florida Mall.
Large 2 br/1 ba, Renovated Kitchen Bath,
Completely Tiled, Open Floor plan, Storage
Rm., Porch, Community Courtyard, Pool
Laundromat, Assigned Parking, Water
Included in Association Fee Asking $90K.
Call Teresa at 321-662-6711.
Bunk Bed: Red metal double bed on bot-
tom,single bunk on top. $225 includes mat-
tresses. Good condition. Call 352-243-
0664.
House: 3 br/2 ba located in West Lake
Community (Hiawassee Rd and Beggs Rd).
Single story, 1864 sq. ft., new lighting, and
recently painted. 7 years old. 5 minutes
from Super Wal-Mart, 15 minutes from West
Oaks Mall, and 25 minutes to Altamonte
Spring. Asking $255,000 OBO. Call 407-
748-7961 or 407-748-7960.
House: Mint condition in Dr. Phillips/Sand
Lake Hills, 4 br/2 ba, 1937 sq. ft. with
brand new kitchen and baths, travertine
tile/granite countertops, oversized lot and in
cul-de-sac. Pool and screen room. Asking
$339,900. Owner finance available. Call
407-443-5195.
Household Items: Single Bathroom
Cabinets: Black hand-painted rose design
with black solid granite top. 36hx20dx34w.
$480, Light Oak finish with white solid
granite top 36hx20.5dx36w. $550.
(Faucets and basins included). Kohler toi-
lette: 16 tall (one piece) $350. Natural
Wicker Dining Roon Set/4 chairs: $200.
Call 407-810-4316.
Furniture: Beige Leather Sofa Set $600,
Dining Room Set $300, Queen Size Bedset
$200 w/frame or platform $300, 27 TV
$350,Washer/Dryer Set $200. Call 321-
662-6352.
Kitchen Appliance set: Almond color,
under 2 yrs. old, (Amana), side by side,
water and ice on the door, refrigerator, (GE.)
glass top, 5 burner stove, (GE) digital dis-
play dish washer, (GE) over the stove
microwave. Call Rod at 321-278-5677.
Generator: Guardian Plus 13 kw
(Natural Gas), 15 kw (Liquid Petroleum)
Driven by air cooled eng, high perform-
ance generator, factory installed in all
weather, acoustical metal enclosure, intend-
ed for outdoor use. Runs smooth. Regular
cost $3700, now selling for $2700. Call
407-247-5553.
For Rent
Room: Share condo in Universal Studios
area. Includes electric, full kitchen, bed,
and cable. Call Mercedes Grullon 407-
228-4303.
House: 3 br/2 ba home in Holden Estates
area. Close to shopping centers and stores.
$1600 per month. Has large screened patio
and gazebo. Pets allowed. Large back and
front yard. Willing to lease with option to
buy. Call 321-297-4427.
House: 3 br/2 ba in Holden Heights
area, carpet/ceramic tile throughout,
screened patio, large front/backyard,
two car garage, close to shopping and
major highways. Asking $1500 mo.
Lease option. Call 321-230-3745.
Wanted
Seeking Rental Opportunity: 1 or
2/br condo/apartment/townhouse to
rent. Availability would be for June 2008.
Prefer the Millennia and International
Drive area. Please call Janet at 407-855-
1852.
The ORANGE SPIEL provides space
free of charge to employees who
want to sell or trade personal items
to other employees.
1- Space is limited and will be granted
first-come-first-served.
2- Only home numbers can be
published. No work phone or e-mails,
however we must have your work
number and location on file.
3- No personal ads accepted.
4- Only one ad per employee per issue.
5- No ads for weapons, firearms or liquor.
6- SPIEL reserves the right to reject any
advertisement.
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7- The deadline to submit classified ads
for the April issue is March 14.
8- Mail or Inter-office to:
Spiel c/o Communication Div.
201 S. Rosalind Ave. 3nd Floor
FAX: 407-836-5377
Email to: judi.kerr@ocfl.net
For Sale
Treadmill: Get in shape in the comfort of
your own home. Must Sell - Sears Pro Form
400GL. Paid $799/Asking $450 OBO.
Like new! Call Kelly at 321-276-1615.
Take Over Payments: Time Share,
Royal Floridian Resort, Ormond Beach, FL.
Payments are $194.02 for week 50/2 br
unit. Balance $9,237.56. Call 321-263-
7297or 407-956-0283.
Dell Ink Cartridges: For Dell A920 print-
er. 2 black T0529 and 2 color T0530. Still
in original wrap. $22 ea. or $60 for all
three. Call 407-354-3277.
Home: Built in March 1998, 4 br/3 ba,
2300 sq. ft., screened pool, on green belt,
Winter Springs schools, $390,000 (most
furniture included). Call 407-327-9540.
Flats Boat: 1999 Scout 155 Sportfish, 60
HP Yamaha, Depth Finder, 24 Volt, 82 lbs.
w/ thrust trolling motor. Swim Platform. Live
Well 2005 Float On Trailer. Asking $8500.
Call 407-647-0209.
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Central Florida Home Garden
Show: Central Florida’s largest
spring consumer event! This
show offers a unique and broad
selection of gardening and home
improvement related exhibits
showcasing ideas to inspire you
for Spring and beyond! Held at
OC Convention Center North
Building, Hall NB. Friday and
Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.,
Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Admission is $9.
Black History Gala: Join the
Black History Committee of
Orange County in the celebration
of Black History at the Orlando
Sun Resort Conference Center,
6375 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial
Hwy. in Kissimmee from 5:30 –
9:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be
nationally known psychiatrist, Dr.
Alvin Poussaint, M.D. For ticket
information, contact Clarence
Hopkins at 321-202-5927 or
Vernard Batson at 321-5929.
27th Annual St. Patrick’s Day
Parade: Parade begins at Winter
Park Golf Course and proceeds
down Park Avenue to City Hall.
Over 75 units will participate.
Celebration will feature Irish music
and step-dancing at the bandstand
in Central Park. Begins at 2 p.m.
For more information call 407-
916-8490. Free!
49th Annual Winter Park
Sidewalk Art Festival: One of
the nation's most prestigious out-
door art festivals. More than
350,000 visitors and over 225
artists from around the world will
participate. Festival held at Park
Avenue and Central Park. Free!
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fort Christmas Bluegrass Festival
and Craft Fair: A weekend of
Bluegrass Music, handmade crafts
and great Barbecue. Free!! 10:00
a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Spring Begins/National
Agriculture Day: On this first
Day of Spring, take time to appre-
ciate agriculture for providing
safe, abundant and affordable
products, a strong economy, a
source of renewable energy, and
job opportunities.
Good Friday: All county facilities
will be open.
The Jr. Olympic USA Skills
Competition: Participants can test
their skills Soccer, Track-n-Field
Basketball. The program is free
and for ages 8-13 boys and girls.
Children will have the opportuni-
ty to advance to the national finals
in Colorado Springs. Proof of age
is required (birth certificate). Held
at Barber Park at 1:00 p.m. Free!
Information for the Calendar is gathered from other sources and agencies and is not verified for accuracy.
Please call the number listed with the event to verify time, date, pre-registration requirement, etc., before attending an event.
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222222112200
St. Patrick’s Day: An Irish holidi-
day commemorating the death of
Patrick, the patron saint of
Ireland.
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Middle School Mania: Fun filled
night for teens 6th to 8th grade,
food, fun games, tournaments,
swimming, and much more at the
Fort Gatlin Recreation Complex.
Registration is Monday prior to
event. Cost $5. For more informa-
tion call 407- 858-3290.
MLB Pitch, Hit Run Skills
Competition: This national skills
program gives children, ages 7-
14, the opportunity to showcase
their pitching, hitting, run-
ning abilities. Local winners in
each skill area are eligible for the
state team championship compe-
tition and those winners advance
to the national championship
hosted at the MLB All Star
Game. Proof of age required
(birth certificate), Dr. Phillips
Park at 12:30 p.m. Free!
CALENDARCALENDARM A R C H
22 77--99
17th Annual Florida Film
Festival Begins: Premieres of the
best in cutting-edge current cine-
ma; indulgent experiences in
food and wine; a blissful mix of
industry parties and special
events; a star-packed attendee list.
This continues for ten days
around Central Florida. For more
information, visit
www.floridafilmfestival.com or
call 407-629-1088 ext. 225.
2288
Renaissance Senior Center Flea
Market: Join us at the
Renaissance Senior Center at
Curry Ford Community Park for
our Monthly Flea Market from
1:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m. Only $5 per
table. For more information call
407-254-9070.
3300
April Fool’s Day: This notable
day, celebrated in many countries
worldwide, is marked by the
commission of hoaxes and
practical jokes of varying levels of
sophistication on friends, enemies,
neighbors, etc. The aim is to
embarrass the gullible. One of the
earliest connections to “the day
with fools” is Chaucer’s story, the
Nun’s Priest’s Tale (c1400).
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Easter Sunday
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Daylight Savings Time Begins:
Set your clock ahead one hour at
2 a.m.

Saturday, March 8, 2008
6:00 p.m. Reception/7:00 p.m. Gala
Formal Attire
Rosen Centre Hotel (Ballrooms A-D)
(9840 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819)
Featuring Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Alvin F. Poussaint, M.D.
As one of the nation’s leading psychiatrists and media
center director at Judge Baker Children’s Center, Dr.
Poussaint is an expert on race relations in America, the
dynamics of predjudice, and issues of diversity as our
society becomes increasingly multicultural. Also a
Professor of Psychiatry and Faculty Associate Dean for
Student Affairs at Harvard Medical School, he co-
authored Raising Black Children, 1992; and Lay My
Burden Down, 2000; and he has written numerous arti-
cles for various publications. Once a script consultant to
NBC’s The Cosby Show, Dr. Poussaint continues to con-
sult the media on a wide range of social issues to advo-
cate for more responsible programming.
For ticket information, contact Clarence Hopkins at 321-202-5927 (clarencehopkins@ocfl.net) or Vernard
Batson at 321-202-5929 (vernardbatson@ocfl.net). The Black History Gala is coordinated by The Black
History Committee of Orange County, Inc. (website: www.bhcoc.com).
Theme: “Stop the Violence - Raising Non-violent Children”

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