FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Brie Turek (407) 246-3106
Heather Allebaugh (407) 246-3423, onsite (407) 383-6822

MAYOR DYER TO DELIVER PROGRESS OF CITY'S REVITALIZED URBAN CORE AT ANNUAL STATE OF DOWNTOWN ADDRESS

WHO: Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer
Frank Billingsley, Economic Development Director
Downtown Orlando Partnership
City Commissioners
Other local dignitaries

WHAT: On Wednesday, October 4, Mayor Buddy Dyer will deliver his 2006 State of Downtown Address to a standing-room-only crowd of more than 600 people at the Downtown Orlando Partnership’s annual event.

With the recent announcement of a new events center, performing arts center and renovated Citrus Bowl all in Downtown Orlando coupled with the nearly 70 quality developments including restaurants, retail, residential and office buildings either completed, under construction or proposed--Mayor Dyer’s vision for a revitalized, vibrant urban core continues to become a reality.

Those attending the State of Downtown address will get a first-hand look at what the future holds for Downtown Orlando and what this unparalleled surge of development and redevelopment means for Central Florida residents.

Press availability with Mayor Dyer will be offered immediately following the event. Please contact Heather Allebaugh at (407) 246-3423 to confirm your interest.

WHEN: Wednesday, October 4, 2006
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Program begins at noon

WHERE: The Ballroom at Church Street
 

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