🚧 ROAD CLOSURES 🚧
Today, 01/23/26, Forest St. will be closed between 5th Ave. and 6th Ave., and from 7th Ave. to Main St. for the stormwater project.
➡️ Local traffic only!
Please drive safely, and thank you for your continued support!
TOMORROW: Kick off the New Year with our first Food Truck Night of 2026!
January 23rd | 5:30 to 9:30 PM | @ Town Square Park
Enjoy a variety of food trucks, family-friendly activities, and music.
Bring your family, invite your friends, and kick off the year with great vibes and delicious eats!
Sponsored by: Mary Kay - Nora Penaloza
Musical Guest – DJ N3tto
Special Participation – Windermere Library
Important Notification:
The Town of Windermere is not accepting NEW Town Hall rental reservations at this time.
Existing rentals will be honored.
The public will be notified when rentals are allowed again.
ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS:
Ward Trail & Pedestrian Bridge Project Resident Update!
We have received several inquiries regarding red tape placed along the Ward Trail & Pedestrian Bridge project area.
The tape was installed by the contractor during a site walkthrough for field coordination purposes and DOES NOT indicate tree removal. At this time, tree marking has not begun. We will continue to keep residents informed as the project progresses.
#WindermereFL #PublicWorks #WorkingForYou
Celebrating a Remarkable Milestone: Happy Work Anniversary!
Today, we proudly honor Ms. Dorothy Burkhalter, who began her journey with the Town of Windermere on January 19, 1993.
For more than 33 years, Dorothy has been a true cornerstone of our community, exemplifying dedication, professionalism, and warmth in everything she does. Her unwavering commitment to excellence, and her genuine passion for making Windermere a better place, has touched countless lives.
Her work friends truly cannot imagine the office without her presence: Dorothy’s kindness, knowledge, and steady support make each day better for everyone around her.
We are deeply grateful for all that Dorothy has contributed and continues to contribute to our Town.
Please join us in celebrating Dorothy’s extraordinary service and remarkable dedication!
Bessie St, East Blvd, 8th & 9th Aves. Construction - Week of Jan. 19th to Jan. 23rd
Crews will be installing storm drainage. Here’s what to expect from Monday (1/19) - Friday (1/23):
- Installation of Storm Drainage on 9th Ave from East Blvd. to Oakdale Street.
9th Avenue between East Blvd. and Oakdale Street will be closed this week.
Please allow extra travel time and drive safely! Thank you for your patience!
Butler St & 7th Ave Construction - Week of Jan. 19th to Jan. 23rd.
This week, crews will be grading Butler Street. Here’s what to expect from Monday (1/19) - Friday (1/23):
A road grading crew will be working on Butler Street, removing old road material and replacing it with new
road material and grading it per the plans.
This week, the Boat Ramp will be accessible from 7th Ave. There will be daytime road closures on Butler Street
between 6th and 7th Avenues.
Please allow extra travel time and drive safely!!
Thank you for your patience!
Lakes Cleanup Day Round 2 - Sunday, February 8, 2026 - From 1:30 to 3:30 PM
Please help us keep Windermere’s lakes pristine!
November 2nd was our first "Lakes Cleanup Day," and now you have another chance to join us for a SECOND afternoon of lakes cleanup on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
We will be meeting at Fernwood Park (632 Butler Street) at 1:15 pm for staging and to gather supplies.
Please wear closed-toed shoes and be prepared to walk down streets and through neighborhoods gathering trash to help prevent refuse from ending up in Windermere’s lakes.
This is a great activity for the whole family, but please ensure minors have an adult present!
To register, please get in touch with Peter Balgobin.
#CleanLakes #LakesCleaupDay #Windermere #Stormwater #NPDES
West 2nd Avenue Construction - Week of Jan. 19th – 24th.
The information below is for West of Pine Street
No daytime access to the cul-de-sac at the end of West 2nd Ave! Emergency Vehicle Access only!
This will be another busy week! Please be sure to allow for extra travel time and Drive Safely.
Crews will be installing lime rock for curbs, repairing concrete and paver driveways, and installing stormwater drainage in the cul-de-sac. Here’s what to expect:
• Monday (1/19) – Friday (1/23)
- Installation of lime rock in preparation for the curb on the south side of the street. 610-804 W 2nd Ave.
- Tie-in paver and concrete driveways to the new curb
• Monday (1/19) – Saturday (1/24)
- Two crews are installing storm drainage in the cul-de-sac.
Daytime closures will be in effect, especially in the cul-de-sac.
Thank you for your continued patience!
Kick off the New Year with our very first Food Truck Night of 2026!
📅 Friday, January 23rd
🕠 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Town Square Park
Enjoy a variety of food trucks, family-friendly activities, and live music. Bring your family, invite your friends, and kick off the year with great vibes and delicious eats!
Musical Guest – DJ N3tto
Special Participation – Windermere Library
**WINDERMERE RESIDENTS ONLY**
Annual Arbor Day Tree Giveaway
Help grow and protect Windermere’s tree canopy by planting the right tree in the right place!
📍 NEW LOCATION: Windermere Recreation Center
Saturday, January 17 - From 9 AM to 12 PM
🌳 First-come, first-served, and while supplies last
✔️ One free tree per address
✔️ Proof of Windermere residency required
✔️ Second tree available after 11:15 AM, if available
🌿 Learn more about the tree species being offered and how to choose the right one for your property:
https://townwindermerefl.sites.thrillshare.com/o/tow/page/windermere-giveaway
Let’s grow Windermere one tree at a time! 💚
ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS:
Ward Trail & Pedestrian Bridge Project Resident Update!
We have received several inquiries regarding red tape placed along the Ward Trail & Pedestrian Bridge project area.
The tape was installed by the contractor during a site walkthrough for field coordination purposes and DOES NOT indicate tree removal. At this time, tree marking has not begun. We will continue to keep residents informed as the project progresses.
#WindermereFL #PublicWorks #WorkingForYou
Kick off the New Year with our very first Food Truck Night of 2026!
📅 Friday, January 23rd
🕠 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Town Square Park
Enjoy a variety of food trucks, family-friendly activities, and live music. Bring your family, invite your friends, and kick off the year with great vibes and delicious eats!
Musical Guest – DJ N3tto
Special Participation – Windermere Library
ATTENTION RESIDENTS
Town Square Park Restroom Concepts Available for Viewing
Town residents are invited to stop by the Town Administration Lobby (614 Main Street, Building 100) to explore two conceptual design options for potential public restrooms in the Town Square Park area.
The display features Option 1 and Option 2, which are currently under review as part of the Town’s ongoing park planning efforts.
Residents are encouraged to view the concepts during regular office hours and share any informal thoughts or feedback with Peter Balgobin: PBalgobin@Town.Windermere.FL.US.
We appreciate your interest and involvement as we continue planning thoughtful improvements in the heart of Town Square.
Thank you for being an engaged and cooperative part of our community.
Attention Residents!
We’ve posted updates about the Town’s 2026 Municipal Election. To learn more, please visit the links below:
ATTENTION: All Residents of West 2nd Avenue and Pine Street!
Precautionary Boil Water Advisory - Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Planned interruption in water service will occur on Tuesday, 01/13th from 7 AM to 7 PM, due to necessary work in your area. As a precaution, please boil all water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, or washing dishes prior to use. Heating water to a rolling boil for at least one (1) minute is recommended.
The water is safe for bathing, laundering, and other non-consumptive uses.
This “Precautionary Boil Water Advisory” will remain in effect until the work has been completed and bacteriological testing shows that water is safe to drink: Customers will be notified!
Further Information call Orange County Utilities Water Division at (407) 254-9850 / (407) 836-2777
ATTENTION
Tuesday, January 13th
Town Council Meeting
**CANCELED**
Information about upcoming meetings can be found on the website:
https://www.town.windermere.fl.us/page/meeting-agendas-minutes
ATTENTION RESIDENTS: Playgrounds Mulch Installation!
Please be advised that ALL playground areas will be temporarily closed on Wednesday, January 14th, and Thursday, January 15th, while crews complete scheduled mulch installation and surface maintenance.
The playgrounds are expected to reopen on Friday, January 16th, following completion of the work.
This temporary closure will allow staff to safely complete the maintenance and ensure the play areas are ready for public use. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this brief closure.
Thank you for being so cooperative.
Tonight's Town Council Workshop is a
VIRTUAL PUBLIC INFORMATION WORKSHOP
It will be only a virtual meeting - not at Town Hall!
January 6, 2026 6:00 PM
Join Zoom Meeting: www.ZOOM.com
Meeting ID: 863 417 2453
Passcode: TOW2024
One tap mobile: +1(305)224-1968,,8634172453# US
Week of Jan. 5th – Jan. 9th.
Please be sure to allow for extra travel time and Drive Safely.
Crews will be pouring curbs along Butler Street and
Installing storm drainage in Fernwood Park.
Here’s what to expect:
• Monday (1/5)
- Pour Curbs
• Tuesday (1/6)- Friday (1/9)
- Clean up.
This week the Boat Ramp will be accessible be from either 7th Ave or Butler, although 7th will be most dependable. There could be temporary closures on Butler Street.
Temporary daytime closures will be in effect. Please allow extra travel time and drive safely.
Thank you for your patience!
