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Press Desk Activated at the City of Orlando EOC

At 8 a.m. today, the City of Orlando has activated the Emergency Operations Center for “Orlando United Day – A Day of Love and Kindness.”

Orange County Announces Rainbow 25 Sea-to-Sea Flag On Display

In tribute to the lives lost at the Pulse Nightclub shooting and in support of freedom lovers worldwide, Section 93 of the Sea-to-Sea Rainbow Flag will once again be on display at the Orange County (Florida) Administration Building.

Pulse Media – Credential and Logistics

View media parking information, credential distribution details and a note from the Chairman of the Central Florida Media Committee.

Media Parking Information and Credential Distribution Details

The Central Florida Media Committee has been working with organizers for the events planned at Lake Eola and Pulse Nightclub to provide pool coverage and minimize the media footprint and allow for the victims, survivors and family members primary access to the sites.

June 12, 2017 – Orlando United Day – Media Credential Deadline

To remember the victims and honor the survivors of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy, a number of community events and activities will take place on Monday, June 12, 2017.

Transportation Notice – June 12, 2017 – Orlando United Day

View road closures for “Orlando United Day – A Day of Love and Kindness.”

Logistics for Media Outlets Planning to Cover “Orlando United Day”

To remember the victims and honor the survivors of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy, a number of community events and activities will take place on Monday, June 12, 2017.

OneOrlando Fund Update

The OneOrlando Fund will begin the second and final distribution payments from the OneOrlando Fund.

Orlando United Day

The City of Orlando and Orange County Government, in collaboration with Pulse, announce the dedication of June 12, 2017, as “Orlando United Day – A Day of Love and Kindness.”

OneOrlando Fund Update

The OneOrlando Fund has distributed $27,410,000 for 299 claims, representing 98 percent of all eligible claims filed.

Statement on the City of Orlando’s Proposed Purchase of Pulse

Read the city's statement on purchasing the Pulse nightclub.

Lake Eola Bandshell Pays Tribute to Victims of Pulse

This week, work begins to paint the Lake Eola Bandshell with a rainbow theme to honor and remember the victims of the Pulse tragedy.

OneOrlando Fund to Begin Payment Distribution

Today, the final distribution plan for the OneOrlando Fund was unanimously approved by the Board.

International Headliners Join Pulse Community Gran Marshals

Orlando’s Come Out With Pride Festival takes place Saturday, October 8 at Downtown Orlando’s picturesque Lake Eola Park, with preceding events both Thursday and Friday.

OneOrlando Fund Update

With the help of the OneOrlando Fund Board and the Fund Administrator, Ken Feinberg, the OneOrlando Fund has made great progress towards distributing more than $26 million to victims’ families and survivors in a responsible and transparent manner.

Installation of New Commemorative Fence Screen Surrounding Pulse

On Monday, September 19, the owners of Pulse, the City of Orlando, the Downtown South Main Street District and the Orange County Regional History Center will install a new fence around the perimeter of Pulse

Survivor Tree Seedlings are Donated to Communities

The victims of tragedies in two U.S. cities and one country will be honored with the offering of “Survivor Tree” seedlings, the National September 11 Memorial & Museum announced today.

REMINDER: Deadline Approaching for OneOrlando Claim Forms

The deadline to submit Claim Forms for the OneOrlando Fund is September 12, 2016.

OneOrlando Fund Claim Forms Now Available for Pulse Victims

Today, Kenneth R. Feinberg, Administrator of OneOrlando Fund, announced Claim Forms for the OneOrlando Fund are now available.

OneOrlando Fund Board Hosts Town Hall Meetings

The OneOrlando Fund Board is encouraging input from victims’ families and survivors of the Pulse tragedy and the Orlando community on the draft Protocol.

Administrator of OneOrlando Fund, Releases Draft Protocol

Today, Kenneth R. Feinberg, Administrator of OneOrlando Fund, released a draft Protocol that outlines the proposed process for the distribution of the OneOrlando funds directly to victims’ families and survivors.

Transfer of All Memorial Items

On Monday, July 18, the Orange County Regional History Center staff will complete their efforts to carefully collect and archive all the non-perishable tribute items that have been placed at the Seneff Arts Plaza at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.

Transfer of the 49 White “Pulse” Tribute Crosses

The 49 White “Pulse” Tribute Crosses from the Orlando Health campus will be transferred to Orange County’s History Center

Partnering with Heart of Florida United Way

The City of Orlando and Orange County Government are partnering with Heart of Florida United Way to manage the Orlando United Assistance Center to provide long-term assistance to those affected by the Pulse tragedy.

OneOrlando Fund Update

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer remains committed to ensuring that the OneOrlando Funds collected are directly distributed to victims’ families and survivors of the Pulse tragedy in an open, transparent and equitable manner.

OneOrlando Announces Partnerships

Equality Florida, the GLBT Community Center of Central Florida (The Center) and the National Compassion Fund announced a partnership with OneOrlando.

SBA Opens Business Recovery Center in Orlando

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the opening of a Business Recovery Center on Tuesday, June 28, 2016.

Orlando United Hispanic Community Vigil

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will join with the Orlando Hispanic community and local elected officials and leaders at a community vigil organized by the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando.

City of Orlando and Orange County Government Update on Memorials

The City of Orlando and Orange County Government are proud to announce a partnership with the Orange County Regional History Center to collect and preserve letters, notes, signs and other non-perishable tribute items.

OC Government and Orlando Open Orlando United Assistance Center

Orange County Government and the City of Orlando will open the Orlando United Assistance Center at 507 East Michigan Street.

City of Orlando Working to Get Orange Avenue Open For Business

The City of Orlando thanks the media for their support, understanding and patience as our Orlando Police Department, State and Federal agencies continue to investigate this incident.

More than 600 Individuals Have Received Help

The city encourages the community to continue to spread the word that help is available.

Community to Honor Victims of Pulse Tragedy at Candlelight Vigil Today

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will join with the Orlando community and state and local elected officials and leaders for a community vigil and candlelighting ceremony to honor the victims of the Pulse tragedy.

Mayor Dyer Announces Extended Hours of the Family Assistance Center

To continue to meet the needs of the community, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer announced the City of Orlando is extending the operations of the Family Assistance Center.

Update on Services and Statistics of Orlando Family Assistance Center

A press conference will be held for an update on the assistance being offered to those directly affected by the Pulse tragedy at the City of Orlando Family Assistance Center (FAC).

Mayor Buddy Dyer to Open City of Orlando Family Assistance Center

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs will announce the opening of the City of Orlando Family Assistance Center at Camping World Stadium, formerly known as the Orlando Citrus Bowl.

CANCELED – TOMORROW 10:30 A.M. – PRESS CONFERENCE

This press conference is CANCELED at this time. We will work to reschedule this and will provide details on that when details are available.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer to Attend City-Wide Prayer Service

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will be joining the community this evening for a City-wide prayer service at 7 p.m. at First Baptist Orlando (3000 South John Young Parkway, Orlando, FL).