Juntas asesoras de ciudadanos

Junta de planificación municipal

Las agencias locales de planificación responsables del Programa de Gestión del Crecimiento; preparan un plan integral de mejoras municipales; revisan parcelas, recomiendan regulaciones de zonificación y de urbanización; coordinan la urbanización y las funciones reguladoras de otras juntas municipales mediante la consolidación de recomendaciones para el Concejo Municipal.

Junta de revisión de apariencia

La junta revisa las solicitudes de certificados de aprobación de apariencia y recomienda al concejo si aprobar, aprobar con condiciones o rechazar dichas solicitudes.

Certification Appeals Board

Effective immediately, the Certification Review Board is suspended. This is to ensure the city is in compliance with federal law.

The city will provide updates when any further developments should occur.

Historic Preservation Board

Promotes welfare of city through preservation and protection of historic structures, sites, monuments and areas. Recommends to City Council establishment of historic districts, designation of historic landmarks and holds public hearings.

Board of Zoning Adjustment

Makes recommendations on certain special exceptions and variances to Orlando City Code Chapter 65 and appeals from determinations by the Zoning and Appearance Review Officials.

Other Boards and Committees

Other advisory boards including internal boards and town review committees.

Multi-Jurisdictional Advisory Boards

Families, Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Advises and assists Council in establishing city-wide comprehensive system of supervised recreational, cultural & educational facilities & programs; advises as to the proper care & management of facilities & charging rental fees for use of such facilities; establishes a comprehensive system of supervised recreation; considers City funding requests; enlists citizens' support.

Code Enforcement Board

Hears and decides alleged violations of codes and ordinances of the City.

Downtown Development Board

Works to revitalize and preserve property values, reduce present and prevent future deterioration, and encourage development in the district. Five members with principal residence, employment, place of business, or ownership of realty in the development area.

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

Reviews the established policies and procedures, ordinances, land development regulations, etc., and recommends to Mayor and City Council specific initiatives to encourage or facilitate affordable housing.

Nominating Board

Recommends qualified individuals for appointments to City and Multi-jurisdictional boards. Recruits applicants with the interest, expertise and time for board service.

Civil Service Board

Administers and enforces the Civil Service Act and Code of Rules for firefighters and police officers; provides examinations, maintains eligibility lists, conducts investigations and rules on appeals for non-disciplinary matters.

Chapter 57 Review Board

Reviews complaints of racial, religious, gender and ethnic discrimination as well as appeals from denials of minority and women-owned business certification.

Harry P. Leu Gardens Board of Trustees

Controls, operates, manages and maintains Harry P. Leu Gardens.

Criminal Nuisance Abatement Board

Hears complaints of public nuisances on property where there is drug or prostitution related offenses, crimes at any pain-management clinic, dealing in stolen property, or gang activity. The Board also has the power to levy fines and request foreclosure, when appropriate.

Public Art Advisory Board

Establishes a Public Art Master Plan; recommends specific projects, selection of art works, landscaping and architectural enhancements.

Audit Board

Advises City Council on financial and audit matters. Four members must have financial experience.

Mennello Museum Board of Trustees

Advises the City on development, management and operation issues for the Mennello Museum of American Art.

Downtown South Neighborhood Improvement District Advisory Council

Assists the Board of Directors in governing the affair of the district. Each member must own property in the district, represent a corporate owner of property within the district, or reside in the district.

Building & Fire Codes Board of Appeal

Hears appeals from decisions by the Fire Chief and Building Official in resolving conflicts between the Building and Fire Prevention Codes.

Vehicle for Hire Appeal Board

Acts as an advisor to the Mayor & City Council on matters concerning the Vehicle for Hire industry and services; adopts rules and regulations to govern its operation and activities; hears appeals from an administrative decision or interpretation of the Vehicles for Hire Administrator.