New Year, New Roads — January resurfacing projects
A number of Osceola County roads have been tentatively scheduled for resurfacing over the coming weeks.
All work will occur from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., weather and circumstances permitting:
In Buenaventura Lakes, Sandalwood Drive from Osceola Parkway to Pinewood Circle, and Whisperwood Court, Jan. 8-9.
Just north of Osceola Heritage Park and west of Osceola Memory Gardens, Shadow Oaks Road, from Fortune Road to the cul-de-sac, Jan. 8-9.
In and around Poinciana, Penshurst Place and Yorkshire Lane, Jan. 12-15.
Residential streets off of San Remo Road: Del Prado Drive Del Ray Drive, Del Rio Way, Del Norte Way, Del Shasta Way, Jan. 16-31.
Residential streets off of San Lorenzo Road: Nogales Court, San Benito Way, Tahiti Drive, Talavera Lane, Taranto Way, Toledo Court, Jan. 16-31.
According to Osceola County, schedules may vary based on weather conditions or equipment-related issues. There will be temporary lane closures but no road closures, and traffic delays can be expected in the area.
St. Cloud recognized again for financial reporting
For the 25th consecutive year, the City of St. Cloud has been awarded the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, for its annual comprehensive financial report for the Fiscal Year 2022.
“I am proud of our Finance Department team, under the leadership of Finance Director Jeff Cooper, for consistently performing at a level to merit this recognition,” said City Manager Veronica Miller. “The fact that the team has been able to accomplish this for so many years in a row speaks volumes about their commitment, and the City’s commitment, to transparency in how we spend tax dollars.”
According to the GFOA, the City’s report has been judged to meet the high standards of the program, which includes demonstrating "spirit of full disclosure" to clearly communicate its financial story .
The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.
“City staff certainly maintains a high standard of excellence, and I am happy to see them recognized for their work,” said Mayor Nathan Blackwell.
