Interoffice Memorandum
DATE: January 6, 2026
TO: Mayor Jerry L. Demings and County Commissioners
THROUGH: N/A
FROM: Alissa Barber Torres, Phd, FAICP, CLTD, Chief Innovation and Emerging Technologies Officer
CONTACT: Jessica Kinkle, Administrative Assistant
PHONE: 407-836-7366
DIVISION: Office of Innovation and Emerging Technologies
ACTION REQUESTED:
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Approval and execution of Orange County, Florida and The School Board of Orange County, Florida FY 2026 Grant Agreement and authorization to disburse $55,697. (Office of Innovation and Emerging Technologies)
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PROJECT: N/A
PURPOSE: The County has determined that there is a public interest for such activities/programs to promote Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) careers in Central Florida through education programs, events and other activities inspiring Orange County’s community youth to pursue high wage job opportunities. Funding will be used to support Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) STEM experiential learning experiences for students. These events will include, but are not limited to, Aviation/Aerospace, Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence, OCPS Robotic Teams Competition/Events, and SkillsUSA to provide support for Orange County students in STEM-related competitions.
BUDGET: $55,697