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City of Kissimmee to Lower Speed Limit to 25 MPH on Emmett Street, Broadway, and Main Street Starting March 31, 2025

riverrat — Mon, 17 Feb 2025 18:52:35 +0000

Starting March 31, 2025, the City of Kissimmee will officially reduce the speed limit to 25 MPH on Emmett Street, Broadway, and Main Street to enhance safety for all road users.

This decision follows extensive community feedback and a comprehensive traffic analysis, which concluded that lowering the speed limit will create safer conditions for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers alike.

“As part of our commitment to improving safety and mobility in Downtown Kissimmee, we are taking action to reduce the speed limit,” said City Manager Mike Steigerwald. “This speed reduction is just one of many upcoming enhancements, including the Connect Kissimmee Project, aimed at improving walkability, accessibility, and overall safety in the area.”

The city says that the 5 MPH adjustment in speed can make a big impact and provide drivers with improved reaction time, increase pedestrian survival rate in a crash, and, in some cases, improve the flow of traffic due to a reduction in the need for sudden braking and acceleration.

The speed limit change will be marked with new signage throughout the area, which stretches from John Young Parkway to Vine Street (HW 192). The initial implementation will primarily focus on educating drivers about the new speed limit, followed by long-term enforcement when necessary to ensure compliance.

To learn more about the City of Kissimmee, visit kissimmee.gov

Cambio del Límite de Velocidad en el Centro de la Ciudad para Mejorar la Seguridad

A partir del 31 de marzo de 2025, la Ciudad de Kissimmee reducirá el límite de velocidad a 25 MPH en las calles Emmett, Broadway y Main.

Este cambio de límite de velocidad se implementa después de recibir valiosos comentarios de la comunidad y realizar un análisis integral del tráfico, que determinó que el ajuste en la velocidad podría proporcionar condiciones más seguras para peatones, ciclistas y conductores.

“Como parte de nuestro compromiso con la mejora de la seguridad y la movilidad en el Centro de Kissimmee, estamos tomando medidas para reducir el límite de velocidad”, dijo el Administrador de la Ciudad, Mike Steigerwald. “Esta reducción de velocidad es solo una de las muchas próximas mejoras, incluido el proyecto Connect Kissimmee, destinado a mejorar la transitabilidad, la accesibilidad y la seguridad general en la zona”

Un ajuste de 5 MPH puede tener un gran impacto y proporcionar a los conductores un mejor tiempo de reacción, aumentar la tasa de supervivencia de los peatones en un accidente, y, en algunos casos, mejorar el flujo de tráfico debido a la reducción de la necesidad de frenar y acelerar repentinamente.

El cambio de límite de velocidad se implementará con nuevas señales en toda la zona, que se extiende desde John Young Parkway hasta Vine Street (HW 192). La implementación inicial se centrará principalmente en educar a los conductores sobre el nuevo límite de velocidad, seguida de una aplicación a largo plazo cuando sea necesario para garantizar el cumplimiento.

Para obtener más información sobre la Ciudad de Kissimmee, visite kissimmee.gov

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Kissimmee Festival of Lights Parade

Jessica UCF — Sat, 14 Dec 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Light up your holiday season at Festival of Lights in downtown Kissimmee! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with holiday spirit, family fun, and community joy. This magical event brings together residents, businesses, and groups from across our city to illuminate the streets with spectacular floats and festive displays.

Holiday Festival:
Kissimmee City Hall
4 – 7 PM

The Holiday Festival has something for everyone, including:
KUA Kids Power Zone: An area filled with kid-friendly activities and excitement.
Letters to Santa (Sponsored by AdventHealth): Make holiday wishes come true by writing a letter to Santa.

Festival of Lights Parade
Historic Downtown Kissimmee
7:30 PM

The magic continues with our Festival of Lights Parade, Central Florida’s premier nighttime holiday parade. This year’s new parade route will take the lights and holiday cheer along Broadway, Sproule Street, Church Street, and Stewart Avenue, bringing the spectacle even closer to the heart of downtown Kissimmee. Watch in wonder as illuminated floats, joyful characters, and holiday spirit light up the streets in a celebration you won’t want to miss.

Celebrate with us, create lasting memories, and kick off the holiday season in Kissimmee! This enchanting evening is a gift to our community, where everyone can gather to experience the magic of the holidays together.

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Cinema Latina: Watch ‘Selena’ Under the Stars

Jessica UCF — Sat, 28 Sep 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Join us on September 28th for a night of culture, community, and empowerment at The Yard in Downtown Kissimmee!

This special event is in partnership with NaLEC and highlights the importance of education and opportunity with a focus on FAFSA assistance, empowering futures through higher education. Plus, enjoy a screening of the iconic film ‘Selena’ under the stars!

Admission & Popcorn: FREE for All Attendees!

Bring your chairs and blankets for a cozy night under the open sky.

Bonus: Receive a $25 e-gift card when you register for FAFSA assistance and complete the form at the event!

The Yard | Downtown Kissimmee | 92 E Pleasant St

Don’t miss this unique evening of community connection and opportunity!

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Mosaic at Lake Toho Ushers in New Era of Urban Living and Connectivity in Kissimmee

riverrat — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 11:20:14 +0000

In a celebration of urban revitalization and community progress, the City of Kissimmee, along with Mosaic Development, held the grand opening of its 9-acre residential project, Mosaic at Lake Toho, an ambitious component of the city’s comprehensive downtown lakefront park renovation, which represents a pivotal milestone in Kissimmee’s goal of fostering a vibrant, connected, and thriving downtown community.

Formerly the site of the Hansel Power Plant, which Kissimmee sold to Mosaic developers for $1.16 million back in 2014, Mosaic at Lake Toho is poised to welcome between 800 to 1,000 residents to the heart of downtown Kissimmee. Boasting 388 thoughtfully designed studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom apartments, Mosaic at Lake Toho stands as a testament to the city’s commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and dynamic living environment for its residents.

During the grand opening ceremony, led by Kissimmee Mayor Olga Gonzalez, City Manager Mike Steigerwald, and Roxanne Amoroso, lead Principal of Mosaic Development Company, the collaborative efforts between the city and Mosaic Development were highlighted as a testament to their shared vision of fostering a vibrant and inclusive urban landscape, and that the project, that successfully navigated through COVID, product shortages, and human resource challenges, was not a simple one.

“Today, the Mosaic Apartments, and its new residents that call Downtown Kissimmee home, have already brought more business to our local merchants and restaurants, and hopefully will continue to encourage others to strongly consider downtown Kissimmee as a place to operate a business bringing even more attention and visitors to the area,” Kissimmee Mayor Olga Gonzalez shared before the ribbon cutting.

“The City of Kissimmee’s vision to renovate the lakefront 20 to 25 years ago was to bridge the gap between downtown and the lakefront park, and to fill the area with development that will bring people living downtown that have disposable income, that can walk and be a sustainable consumer base for our business community in the downtown Kissimmee area,” City Manager Mike Steigerwald shared.

Mosaic at Lake Toho is a meticulously planned four-story luxury apartment community, which includes a collaborative co-work lab space, a state-of-the-art two-level fitness center, a serene yoga room, and a resort-style pool and pool deck equipped with outdoor kitchen facilities. Additional features such as inside bike storage and parcel-delivery management further underline Mosaic’s commitment to elevating the standard of contemporary urban living.

Emphasizing the importance of seamless connectivity and accessibility, Mosaic at Lake Toho, with its beautiful view of Lake Tohopekaliga’s lakefront, is strategically located a mere two blocks away from a bustling multimodal transit station, providing convenient access to the SunRail and Amtrak commuter and passenger rail services. Serving as a regional transportation hub for bus services, this strategic location underscores Kissimmee’s commitment to fostering sustainable, connected communities that prioritize accessibility and ease of transit.

“This project went a year longer than any of us thought it was going to, but the ‘stick-to-itness’ and the commitment to it, and the end product speaks for itself,” Roxanne Amoroso Williams shared with those attending the grand opening.

As Kissimmee continues to embrace a future defined by progress, connectivity, and community engagement, Mosaic at Lake Toho stands as a beacon of transformation, embodying the city’s vision of a vibrant, inclusive, and thriving downtown community. With its innovative design, unparalleled amenities, and strategic connectivity, this landmark development paves the way for a new era of urban living and sets the stage for Kissimmee’s continued evolution into a dynamic and interconnected urban hub.

For more information about Mosaic at Lake Toho, call (407) 988-0251, or visit MosaicatLakeToho.com.

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Kissimmee to host public workshop to discuss noise-related concerns after seeing increase in noise complaints

riverrat — Fri, 15 Jul 2022 16:11:23 +0000

The City of Kissimmee’s Development Services Department will host a public workshop on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. to receive input on noise-related concerns within the City of Kissimmee limits.

The City has noticed an increase in noise complaints in recent years and a large volume of repeat complaints. To address the increasing issue, the City is revising the Noise Ordinance and its internal processes to regulate noise disturbances more effectively.

The meeting is open to the public and the virtual room is currently open for those seeking more information about this process. In the meantime, the City of Kissimmee is requesting public feedback by responding to a survey by the end of July 2022.

For more information about the City of Kissimmee, visit www.kissimmee.gov.

Ciudad Organiza Taller Público Para Discutir Preocupaciones Relacionadas Al Ruido

El Departamento de Servicios de Desarrollo de la Ciudad de Kissimmee organizará un taller público el miércoles, 27 de julio de 2022, a las 6:00 p.m., para recibir comentarios sobre las preocupaciones relacionadas con el ruido dentro de los límites de la Ciudad.

La Ciudad ha notado un aumento en el número de quejas por ruido en los últimos años y un gran volumen de quejas repetidas. Para hacer frente a este problema cada vez mayor, la Ciudad está revisando la ordenanza sobre el ruido y el proceso de Aplicación del Código para regular las perturbaciones acústicas de manera más eficaz.

La reunión está abierta al público. En la actualidad el salón virtual está abierto para que pueda buscar más información relacionada a este proceso. Mientras tanto, la Ciudad de Kissimmee está solicitando la opinión del público respondiendo a una encuesta que estará disponible hasta finales de julio 2022.

Para más información sobre la Ciudad de Kissimmee, visite www.kissimmee.gov.

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Headquarters Coworking more than doubles in size in Downtown Kissimmee, to host expansion party late April

riverrat — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 10:51:09 +0000

Headquarters Coworking is more than doubling in size, expanding from a beta, 1,100 sqft, three membership program upstairs in the Headquarters Coworking building located in downtown Kissimmee to more than 5,100 sqft over two floors with six membership levels.

Since its inception three years ago, Headquarters Coworking has grown from an average of eight members, including through the pandemic, to 30 members in various industries, including mobile app and software developers, creatives like marketers, surface designers, and videographers, to professional services like realtors, insurance agents, accountants, and engineers.

“Over the last four years, meeting other entrepreneurs in this community, people visiting the area, or remote workers just looking to get out of their home office has really made this vision of coworking come to life. We’re looking forward to being the headquarters for many other companies starting right now,” said Kelly Trace, entrepreneur in residence and founder of Headquarters Coworking.

Membership price points start at $75 per month for a 5-day pass or virtual office to $400 for a dedicated desk. There is a group membership at $900 per month that can include a permanent desk and four memberships that also allow for open seating perfect for those who have teams. All memberships include free WiFi, snacks, drinks, use of our conference room spaces (with six conference rooms available!), color laser printing and free parking.

“Joining Headquarters Coworking has been an amazing step in my business. More than a business move, it has been joining a family, expanding and growing alongside awesome people who make the entrepreneur journey fun,” stated Diana Marquez EA, business consultant at Blueone Consultants, Inc and member of Headquarters Coworking.

Aside from being steps away from 30 restaurants and coffee shops, the campus is close to City and County government buildings, the Downtown Kissimmee SunRail station, small business development organizations and green spaces like Kissimmee Lakefront Park.

As a celebration of the expansion, Headquarters Coworking is hosting an expansion party in late April. Prospective members can book a tour online to see the space and join on-site.

Submitted by Headquarters Coworking

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Kissimmee/Osceola Chamber’s DKC Presents Beautification/Innovation Award to KUA, City of Kissimmee

riverrat — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 12:44:08 +0000

If you frequent Downtown Kissimmee in the evening you’ve likely noticed a beautiful glow in the area. That’s because Kissimmee Utility Authority, in partnership with the City of Kissimmee, installed decorative LED accent uplighting in the median of Broadway in late 2021. The eco-friendly LEDs beautifully lit the downtown area throughout the holiday season and continue to so on Kissimmee’s Downtown trees and business area for all to see.

That kind of positive improvement to the downtown is exactly what the Downtown Kissimmee Council’s Beautification and Innovation Award is about. Every two months the DKC selects a Downtown Kissimmee business or organization that has made significant improvements to the exterior or interior areas of their business location. The DKC was proud to be able to name KUA and the City of Kissimmee February and March’s recipients of the award.

On Thursday evening, January 20 the DKC made it official; and presented officials from Kissimmee Utility Authority and the City of Kissimmee the Beautification and Innovation Award.

In attendance at the ceremony were KUA’s President and General Manager Brian Horton, KUA’s Assistant Vice President of Engineering and Operations, Jason Terry, Kissimmee Mayor Olga Gonzalez, and Kissimmee Commissioner Olga Castaño. Representing the Downtown Kissimmee Council was Keith Ronan, Chairman of the DKC and Vice President of Positively Osceola, Emily Shorrock – Director of Industry Partner Relations with Experience Kissimmee, and Christina Pilkington, Director of Administration with the Kissimmee/Osceola County Chamber of Commerce.

Congratulations to KUA and to the City of Kissimmee and thank you for making a Positive Difference in and around Osceola County.

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Kissimmee announces temporary road closures in Downtown Kissimmee for 2021 Cattle Drive event Monday

riverrat — Fri, 02 Apr 2021 11:20:05 +0000

The City of Kissimmee has announced temporary road closures in downtown Kissimmee on Monday, April 5, 2021, to accommodate the RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo Cattle Drive as it passes through downtown.

Road closures will begin at 3:00 p.m. and are expected to re-open by 5:30 p.m. The following roads will be closed:

Emmett Street and Broadway from Rose Avenue to Neptune Road

Business owners and patrons are asked to not park on northbound Broadway Avenue after 12:00 p.m. Instead, please consider parking at Toho Square Garage located at 92 Pleasant St. or at the Kissimmee Intermodal Parking Garage located at 205 E Dakin Avenue. Both parking garages are free of charge.

For more information, please call the Cattle Drive Committee at 407.908.8238 or visit their website at www.RNCFR.com.

Cierre temporero de carreteras en Downtown Kissimmee para acomodar el evento “Cattle Drive”

La Ciudad de Kissimmee anuncia el cierre temporero de carreteras en Downtown Kissimmee para acomodar el evento de Ganado del RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, también conocido como “Cattle Drive”, el lunes, 5 de abril de 2021.

El cierre de carreteras comenzará a las 3:00 de la tarde y se espera reabran a las 5:30 p.m. Las siguientes carreteras estarán cerradas:

Calle Emmett desde la Broadway desde la Avenida Rose hasta la calle Neptune

Se pide que los dueños de negocios no se estacionen en dirección hacia el norte en la Avenida Broadway desde de las 12:00 del mediodía. Por favor considere estacionarse en el estacionamiento Toho Square localizado en el 92 Pleasant St. o en el estacionamiento Kissimmee Intermodal localizado en el 205 E Dakin Avenue. Ambos estacionamientos son libres de costo.

Para más información sobre el evento llame al Comité al 407.908.8238 o visite la página web www.RNCFR.com.

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Kissimmee Police Chief Jeff O’Dell expects city will “be an example” at tonight’s protest march

riverrat — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 20:45:28 +0000

Calling it a “proactive step”, Kissimmee Police Chief Jeff O’Dell said he worked with those in the community to hold a peaceful march tonight in solidarity in reaction to the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis at the hands of police there.

The march begins at 6 p.m. at the Kissimmee Civic Center and will head down Broadway to KPD headquarters. Crowd staging will begin at 5.

“The protests were coming,” O’Dell said. “Hopefully we can begin a healing process and a way to move forward.”

By the middle of the afternoon, four businesses on or adjacent to Broadway had boarded up their shops.

“Indications are this will be peaceful,” O’Dell said. “Let’s make Kissimmee be an example, that we denounce police brutality and that behavior. We can’t hear the concerns of our residents if businesses are set on fire or damaged.”

On the subject of a curfew, Osceola County Sheriff Russ Gibson said at today’s County Commission meeting that he is not seeking one, but wouldn’t oppose one either. O’Dell said any talk he’s had about it is “on standby.”

“It’s not needed at this time, but we’re capable of implementing one at a moment’s notice,” he said.

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Here’s a list of downtown Kissimmee restaurant re-openings

riverrat — Mon, 04 May 2020 14:24:50 +0000

Happy Monday! Today is the day, after over a month, that restaurants can again offer outdoor seating and open up their inside dining areas at 25 percent capacity.

Here’s a list of the downtown Kissimmee restaurants, with their hours and details of how they’re handling the re-opening. If you have the chance to get out, please support these dining spots, as they are small businesses who have all been adversely affected by the coronavirus shutdown!

Now Open!

Abracadabra Ice Cream – 520 N Main St, 407-201-2509
Sun-Sat, 11am – 10pm, Dine in, Takeout, Online Ordering, Drive Thru (but bounce houses are closed)

Broadway Pizza Bar – 403 Broadway, 407-847-7050
Sun-Sat, 11am-9pm, Dine In, Patio Seating, Takeout, Curbside Delivery

Buchito – 131 Broadway, 407-483-7813
Mon-Fri 10am-3pm, Dine in, Patio Seating, Takeout, Delivery through Uber Eats

Candyland Designs Co. – 24B Broadway, 407-906-5582
Curbside and Delivery only through May

Nati’s Southern Seafood Boil – 231 Broadway, 407-201-3387
Thurs-Sun, 1pm-9pm, Curbside and Delivery Only

Nadia’s Café – 127 Broadway 407-518-1900
Mon-Fri 11am-3pm, Dine in and Takeout

The Italian Joint – 215 Broadway, 407-483-7031
Tues-Fri, 11:30am-7pm Dine in, Patio Seating and Takeout

Main Street Pizza – 16 Broadway 407-483-8876
Mon-Thurs, 11am-8pm
Fri-Sat, 11am-9pm
Sun, 12pm-8pm
Curbside and Limited Delivery (Uber Eats and Postmates available soon)

Kissimmee Diner & Madator Tacos & Tapas Bar – 120 Broadway, Suite 103, 407-777-9767
Mon-Tues, 10:30am-5:30pm
Wed-Thurs, 10:30am – 7:30pm
Fri-Sat 10:30am-10:30pm
Dine in, Patio Seating (diner) and Takeout

Big John’s Rockin BBQ – 324 Broadway, 407-483-7770
Mon-Wed, 11am-6pm
Thurs-Sun, 7am-7pm
Dine in, Patio Seating, Takeout, Curbside, Delivery, Online Ordering

Braz Coffee Café – 108 E. Dakin Ave, 407-785-1356
Mon-Fri, 8am-1pm Dine in, Patio Seating and Takeout

Vintage Vino – 14 E. Dakin Ave 1-917-627-8432
Mon-Sat, 5pm-8pm by reservation only, please make reservations by texting John at 917-627-8432

Willy’s Weiner’s – 103A E. Dakin Ave, 407-201-7916
Mon-Sat, 11am-8pm Dine in, Patio Seating and Takeout

Susan’s Courtside Café – 18 S. Orlando Ave, 407-518-1150
Mon-Fri, 7am-8pm Dine in, Patio Seating and Takeout

Better U Dining – 121 Broadway, 407-966-4617
Tues-Sat, 11:30am-7pm Dine in, Takeout, Delivery

Limbhelados – 107 Broadway 321-291-7878
Thurs – Sat, 12pm-10pm, Dine in, Patio Seating and Takeout

Re-Opening Later in the Month

American Legion Post 10 – 205 Lakeview Dr, 407-847-4193
Reopening May 15th for lunch tentatively

Savion’s Place – 16 E. Dakin Ave, 407-572-8719
Reopening mid-May

3 Sisters Speakeasy – 226 Broadway, 407-201-3270
Reopening mid-May

Diane’s Tea Room – 114 Broadway, 407-201-4733
Currently closed

Shipwrecked in the Islands – 220 E. Monument Ave, 407-935-9935
Updated hours not currently available

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