County increasing programs at Maxey Community Center

In addition to children’s activities, Orange County wants to bring a more varied range of programming for adults and senior citizens.

AMY QUESINBERRY COMMUNITY EDITOR

After the COVID-19 pandemic, Orange County brought back some programs, but many facilities have been offering basic emergency programming, said Orange County District 1 Commissioner Nicole Wilson.

The county now is ramping up for a more robust offering of programs.

“There are some opportunities for better programs,” Wilson said. “I’m optimistic that we’ll be able to do things for each age group.”

In a focus on senior citizens, computer safety courses and a senior prom are being planned at the Maxey Community Center.

Orange County is searching for partnerships with organizations that can bring in educational components to West Orange County and, more specifically, to the Maxey Community Center.

“They are vetted as a partner and screened for not only their ability but to make sure they’re a good fit,” Wilson said.

The Orange County Commission approved a consent agenda at its Tuesday, Jan. 10, meeting that contained several items that pertain to West Orange County. Several of the items are either new contracts or renewals, Wilson said, and all are designed to improve the quality of life for residents.

The county approved a contract for reading and math coaches with City Year Inc. through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Florida Inc. This is a countywide program and will be offered at the Maxey Community