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City Supports Local Businesses with Relief Grants

Published on November 24, 2025

The City of Kissimmee is shining a spotlight on local small businesses as officials present grant checks to recipients of the Business Boost 2.0 (BB2) program. Funded through the American Rescue Plan, these grants help local businesses recover from financial challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and continue serving the community.

Tagged as: , Economic Development

Downtown Kissimmee Shines Bright for the Holiday Season

Published on November 13, 2025

The City of Kissimmee is set to shine bright this holiday season as the community transforms into a festive winter wonderland during the Festival of Lights, a free, citywide holiday celebration taking place from November 29 through January 6.

Tagged as: , Parks, Recreation, & Events

Police Launch New Online System for Non-Emergency Reports

Published on November 12, 2025

The Kissimmee Police Department (KPD) announces the launch of its new Online Reporting System. This convenient digital platform allows residents, businesses, and stakeholders to report certain non-emergency incidents online without requiring an officer to respond in person.

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City Awarded $750K DOJ Grant to Fund Six New Police Officers

Published on October 24, 2025

The City of Kissimmee has been awarded a $750,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to support public safety and expand community policing efforts.

Tagged as: , Police News

City Enhances Residential Grant Program for Property Improvements

Published on October 23, 2025

The City of Kissimmee has expanded its Residential Property Improvement Program (RPIP) to include the Vine Street Community Redevelopment Agency (VSCRA) and updated it for the Downtown Community Redevelopment Agency (DKCRA), enhancing support for homeowners in both districts.

Tagged as: , Economic Development

Self-Service Kayak Rentals Now Available at Shingle Creek Park

Published on October 17, 2025

The City of Kissimmee Parks and Recreation Department has introduced a new outdoor recreation service at Shingle Creek Regional Park: self-service kayak rentals, now available seven days a week from sunrise to sunset.

Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Parks, Recreation, & Events

New Training Pavilion to Strengthen Public Safety and Readiness

Published on October 16, 2025

The City of Kissimmee Fire Department (KFD), in collaboration with Public Works and Engineering, has completed construction of its new Training Pavilion. This purpose-built facility enhances firefighter training and strengthens emergency preparedness for the entire community.

Tagged as: , Fire News, Public Works & Engineering

City Advances Major Redevelopment to Transform Vine Street Corridor

Published on October 07, 2025

The City of Kissimmee is moving forward with a transformative plan to redevelop the former Kmart property at 2211 W. Vine Street, marking one of the most significant reinvestments in the Vine Street corridor in decades.

Tagged as: , Economic Development

FDOT Announces Open House for Orange Blossom Trail Improvements

Published on October 02, 2025

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) invites the community to learn about planned improvements on Orange Blossom Trail (U.S. 441) from north of Old Dixie Highway to Mary Louis Lane (FPID 452879-1) and on Orange Blossom Trail at Donegan Avenue (FPID 450435-1) on Thursday, October 16, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Tagged as: , Transportation

City Celebrates Addition of New Fire Engine in Push Back Ceremony

Published on September 30, 2025

The City of Kissimmee Fire Department officially placed Engine 11 into service during a Wet Down & Push Back Ceremony held at Fire Station 11 located at 343 North Clyde Avenue.

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City Supports Local Businesses with Relief Grants

Downtown Kissimmee Shines Bright for the Holiday Season

Police Launch New Online System for Non-Emergency Reports

City Awarded $750K DOJ Grant to Fund Six New Police Officers

City Enhances Residential Grant Program for Property Improvements

Self-Service Kayak Rentals Now Available at Shingle Creek Park

New Training Pavilion to Strengthen Public Safety and Readiness

City Advances Major Redevelopment to Transform Vine Street Corridor

FDOT Announces Open House for Orange Blossom Trail Improvements

City Celebrates Addition of New Fire Engine in Push Back Ceremony

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