Administrator’s Minute
Dear Orange County Community,
Both bring valuable experience and will provide steady leadership, ensure continuity of operations, and support their teams as the County undertakes a comprehensive search for permanent leadership. Tourism continues to thrive, with visitor spending reaching $57.6 million in 2024—a record that highlights the value of our historic sites, local businesses, and scenic landscapes. At the same time, initiatives like the EpIC Overdose Awareness Vigil and the upcoming Save a Life Day underscore our dedication to health, wellness, and community care. As fall unfolds, I encourage you to take part in the many upcoming events—from the Booooster Park Fall Festival to the Gordonsville Fried Chicken Festival, Orangetoberfest, and our local farmers markets. Each event is an opportunity to celebrate what makes Orange County unique: our sense of history, our natural beauty, and most of all, our people.
This September has been a time of reflection, progress, and celebration across Orange County. Together, we honored the anniversary of September 11 with meaningful ceremonies led by our Fire & EMS team, reminding us of the courage of first responders and the importance of community resilience. We also look ahead with excitement as we prepare to open Mountain Track Park on September 23rd. This new recreational space— featuring trails, disc golf, a playground, and picnic shelter—reflects the County’s commitment to enhancing quality of life and providing opportunities for families, friends, and neighbors to gather outdoors. In keeping with innovation, our Information Technology and Development Services teams collaborated to launch a new integrated Zoning Viewer, giving residents easy access to zoning, floodplain, and land-use information. This tool will make planning decisions more transparent and accessible. Our Fire & EMS Department recently completed its quarterly mass- casualty and trauma training in collaboration with local and state partners, strengthening Orange County’s readiness to respond to emergencies. We are also pleased to welcome Interim Fire & EMS Chief Ronald Mastin and Interim Emergency Communications Center Director Julee McFarland.
Sincerely,
Glenda Paul Orange County Administrator
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Cover Photo: COFEMS Personnel participate in a Memorial Stair Climb on the anniversary of 9/11. See page 5 for more info.
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OCI September 2025
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