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Apopka, Orange County officials build new affordable housing development

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Emily McLeod, Multimedia Journalist

Published: July 14, 2023, 11:57 AM

Updated: July 14, 2023, 1:09 PM

Tags: Apopka, Orange County, Boomtown

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Cornerstone on Sixth is a 24 town home development

Emily McLeod, Multimedia Journalist

July 14, 2023, 11:57 AMUpdated: July 14, 2023, 1:09 PM

Tags: Apopka, Orange County, Boomtown

APOPKA, Fla. – The city of Apopka and Orange County are hoping to get results for Central Florida residents with the construction of a new affordable housing development.

The Hannibal Square Community Land Trust broke ground on the new 24 town home development called Cornerstone on Sixth on Friday.

The town homes will be located off of 6th Street near downtown Apopka.

Despite several obstacles over the last few years, the Hannibal Square Community Land Trust, city of Apopka and Orange County didn’t give up on the development.

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“Oh man, we survived some hurricanes, a pandemic, and a couple of financers dropping out,” said Juan Hollingsworth, Hannibal Square Community Land Trust president. “It’s been a long road.”

Hollingsworth said the land where development will be built sat desolate prior to the project.

“We had an opportunity to acquire this land, to build affordable housing for this particular community that is underserved,” Hollingsworth said.

Each town home will have three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms with an open-concept floor plan, a contemporary design and stainless steel appliances. In total, the project is estimated to cost $8 million.

Construction costs will be covered by the Black Economic Development Fund, an investment fund created to address economic disparity and the wealth gap in Black communities.

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said the county will also throw in another $1.5 million from the Orange County Housing Trust to help keep the homes affordable.

“We’re living in inflationary times,” Demings said. “We’re living during a high growth period of time in which our population is increasing significantly. The one thing that hasn’t kept pace is the wages within our community. And so to make housing more affordable for those who are working class people is very important.”

Hollingsworth said thanks to community partnerships and funding, they’ll be able to keep the mortgages around $200,000. He said the construction is estimated to take 18 months.

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Florida city looking to elect its first-ever dog mayor

By Dani Medina

Published July 12, 2023 7:39AM

Apopka

FOX 35 Orlando

APOPKA, Fla. – Apopka is looking for a new mayor, but it’s not what you think. 

Residents are looking to elect the city’s first Honorary Dog Mayor – and voting is underway now. 

The Apopka City Council is reportedly behind the campaign that’s sponsored by local farm Kasheta Farms, according to the Apopka Dog Mayor website. 

“This K9 extravaganza promotes healthy and heartwarming fun while connecting dog-loving neighbors, strangers, pet rescue facilities, veterinarians, local pet-centric businesses, and everyone in between,” the website said. “As part of this honorary mayoral program, each candidate running for office will nominate a local (central FL) pet rescue facility to donate a portion of their collected proceeds.”

To be put into the running, dogs must be residents of Apopka, must select a Central Florida pet rescue center to support during the campaign, must submit proof of obedience training, must pay a $50 candidacy fee and must present a valid rabies vaccine. 

The window for nominations finished at the end of June, but five pups made it to the next round: the big race. Here’s a look at the pups who made it this far: 

• Kobe: 8-year-old Siberian Husky-Alaskan Malamute, supporting Husky Haven of Florida

• Murphy: 3-year-old Basset-Dachshund, supporting Suncoast Basset Rescue

• Asher: 10-year-old Border Collie, supporting Second Chance Animal Rescue & Sanctuary

• Lola Bear: 1-year, 7-month-old Sable German Shepherd, supporting Bully Up Rescue

• Jarvis: 9-year-old Australian Shepherd, supporting C. A.R.E. Foundation

Check out more info about the candidates here. 

The winning dog will “fulfill their mayoral duties” for a year. Some of those responsibilities include: 

• Promoting the City of Apopka
• Supporting Apopka City Commissioners in their projects
• Attending community events
• Accepting invitations for official visits including ribbon cuttings and hospital visits
• Speaking out on behalf of animals in Apopka
• Advocating for support of local pet rescue facilities and the creation of more pet-friendly spots in Apopka

Runners-up are still in the picture, with commissioner seat titles and a few other duties to take care of – the kind that doesn’t require a dog waste bag. 

To earn the public’s vote, dogs in the running will make special appearances at community events and advocate for their chosen pet rescue facility.  

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Voting starts August 2 and culminates on Election Day on August 5, where the votes will be tallied and the city’s first dog mayor will be revealed. 

FOX 35 News has reached out to the City of Apopka. 

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