May 2025

Vol. 2 Issue 9

County News

Citizen’s Academy a Success – Thanks to You!

Over the past month, Seminole County has welcomed hundreds of residents to its series of Citizen’s Academy events. Thanks to your attendance and engagement, the events have been a hit! We appreciate your support and hope you’ve gained insight into the daily dedication and service of Seminole County crews.

At the last session, visitors met the Seminole County staff handling Emergency Management, Animal Services, 9-1-1 Administration, and Telecommunications.

Residents and families of all ages are invited to attend the final session this Saturday, May 10 from 10 a.m. to noon at Greenwood Lakes Park in Lake Mary to learn more from the teams who maintain our parks, trails, libraries, and more!

RSVP now at seminolecountyfl.gov/academy.

Celebrating Public Service

This week, Seminole County has been celebrating Public Service Recognition Week, held annually during the first week of May for the past 40 years. This week is a time to honor the government employees who are committed to serving the community.

Whether they’re responding to emergencies, maintaining vital infrastructure, protecting our natural resources, or guiding our community through change, more than 1,670 Seminole County demonstrate the heart of true public service every day.

Interested in a career in public service? Seminole County is hiring! View available positions at seminolecountyfl.gov/jobs.

New Citizen’s Drop-Off Area at the Landfill

Born Learning Trails at Two County Parks

The Parks and Recreation Department thanks partners from Heart of Florida United Way and the Early Learning Coalition of Seminole for installing new “Born Learning” trails at Lake Mills Park in Chuluota and Greenwood Lakes Park in Lake Mary.

Visitors with kids ages 0 to 5 can now explore the activities and games stationed along these paved trails, encouraging early learning. A third trail can also be found at Sylvan Lake Park in Sanford.

Seminole County Hits a Home Run with 2025 State Softball Championships

Seminole County continues to knock it out of the park for sports tourism — the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) has selected Boombah-Soldiers Creek Park in Longwood to host the 2025 FHSAA Softball State Championships, scheduled for May 20–24, 2025. This high-profile event will bring the state’s top high school softball teams, families, and fans to Seminole County for five days of championship action.

Developed in 2017 with premier amenities for elite competition, Boombah-Soldiers Creek Park features six natural turf fields, including one stadium-style field with seating for 1,500 spectators. The park has earned national attention for hosting major softball events, including the 2024 NCAA Division II Softball National Championships.

The event is expected to generate significant economic impact for local hotels, restaurants, and attractions — further reinforcing Seminole County’s position as a go-to destination for top-tier youth and collegiate sporting events.

“This is another major win for Seminole County,” said Gui Cunha, Seminole County Director of Economic Development & Tourism. “Our continued investment in championship-caliber facilities is paying off, and we’re proud to welcome Florida’s best student-athletes and their families for an unforgettable week of competition.”

Hosted in partnership with the Greater Orlando Sports Commission (GO Sports), tournament schedules and ticketing information will be announced soon at FHSAA.com.

Around the County

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