City Celebrates Magnolia Avenue Phase I Streetscape Improvements
Last updated on September 16, 2026
WHAT:
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will join District 5 City Commissioner Shan Rose to mark the completion of Phase 1 of the Magnolia Avenue streetscape improvements, a key project advancing the DTO Action Plan and the continued transformation of downtown Orlando.
The improvements convert Magnolia Avenue from South Street to Livingston Street from one-way to two-way traffic, while adding more than 100 on-street parking spaces. The project supports a more connected and vibrant downtown by making it easier to access businesses and downtown experiences, whether driving, walking or using other multimodal transportation options.
This project was funded entirely through tax increment revenues from the city's Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), dedicated funds specifically intended for projects that reduce blight, strengthen the economy and improve quality of life in downtown. This strategic investment in a critical downtown corridor supports downtown's continued evolution as a destination for residents, businesses and visitors, which is expected to welcome 60,000 visitors to downtown next weekend for events such as Garth Brooks at Kia Center and the U.S. Men's Soccer National Team as they take on Peru at Inter.co Stadium.
The streetscape enhancements are rooted in the DTO Action Plan, a roadmap focused on enhancing streets, civic spaces and mobility options to strengthen downtown Orlando and better connect its neighborhoods and destinations.
Before-and-after photos of Magnolia Avenue Phase I.
WHEN:
Thursday, September 17
10:30 a.m.
WHERE:
105 South Magnolia Avenue
MEDIA PARKING:
On-street parking will be available for media near the 100 block of East Pine Street.
WHO:
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer
District 5 City Commissioner Shan Rose
David Barilla, Executive Director, Downtown Development Board and Community Redevelopment Agency
Frank Vertolli, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Net Conversion
Azela Santana, Executive Director, Orange County Regional History Center
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