ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Orange County is beginning construction on a new community action center in Tangelo Park, marking a significant development for the neighborhood.
During a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday, longtime residents celebrated alongside younger members as they reflected on the project’s multi-generational impact.
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Mayor Jerry Demings highlighted that the $10 million state-of-the-art facility will be the ninth of its kind in Orange County, offering essential social programs, resources, and services to low-income communities.
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“This is all about the future,” Demings said. “It’s a multi-generational project that is all about positivity and making Tangelo Park the community that it can be.”
During the construction phase, the old YMCA building will be renovated to include an indoor basketball court. The new community center will feature an outdoor swimming pool, computer lab, and several multi-purpose rooms, enhancing the neighborhood’s amenities.
Samuel Butler, a Tangelo Park resident for over 50 years, emphasized the opportunities the center will bring.
“It’s going to be able to provide a place to come learn and grow,” Butler said. “This is going to provide a safe environment. It’s going to provide a place for the entire family.”
Construction on the community action center is expected to last about a year and the projected opening date is in January 2026.
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