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Welcome Newcomers, to Beautiful Sanford
Florida!
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| About
Our Community |
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To live in Sanford is to enjoy the small town
lifestyle of this quiet rural community, yet have
the convenient access to businesses, employment
and entertainment opportunities of two major metropolitan
areas, Orlando and Daytona Beach, only a short drive
away. Combining the old with the new and the rural
with the urban, Sanford offers something for everyone.
Moving into a new
neighborhood can be a stressful and hectic experience.
Whether you are moving across town, across the state
or across the country, the following pages will
provide you and your family tips on getting settled
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| Driving
in Florida |
Auto and Boat Tags: New
residents must register their vehicles and boats and
obtain license tags within 10 days of establishing
residency. If you have moved from another county you
must notify the Department of Motor Vehicles of your
new address within 30 days. You must bring your vehicle
and proof of ownership (title), and auto insurance.
Registration Locations:
- Sanford - County Services Bldg.
1101 E. First St. (407) 665-1130 ext. 2;
- Oviedo - City Admin. Bldg. 400
Alexandria Blvd. ste. 100 (407) 665-7651;
- Altamonte Springs - 995 N. S.R.
434 Ste. 505;
- Casselberry - 384 Wilshire Blvd,
(407) 665-1000.
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| Drivers
Licenses |
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license from another state you need only pass an eye
exam and have two forms of identification to receive
a license. The cost of a new license is $20. If you
must take a driving and written test it is recommended
that you make an appointment. Driver's licenses in
North Seminole may be obtained at: 290 E. S.R. 434
Winter Springs FL, 32708 (407) 327-4760; (407) 327-4761
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| Connecting
Your Utilities |
Electricity: Sanford, Oviedo,
Winter Springs and Lake Mary residents should contact
either 1) Florida Power and Light, Sanford (800) 226-3545
or 2) Florida Public Utilities, 450 South Hwy 17-92
Debary, FL. (386) 668-2600 West Seminole residents
should contact Sanlando Utilities, 1105 Kensington
Park Dr. Altamonte Springs. (407) 869-1919. Sewer
and Water: Each community provides its own water and
sewer services. Altamonte Springs (407) 571-8074,
Casselberry (407) 262-7700, Lake Mary (407) 585-1448,
Longwood (407) 260-3440, Oviedo (407) 977-6045, Sanford
(407) 330-5630; Unincorporated Seminole County (407)
665-2110.
City of Sanford Residents Only: Garbage Collection-
The City of Sanford contracts with Florida Recycling
Services, which charges $13.75 per month to remove
garbage and yard waste from your curbside. Call them
at (407) 831-1539 ext 331 for obtaining recycling
bins and pickup times. Water & Sewer- New homeowners
must bring proof of identification to the City of
Sanford Utility Dept., 300 N. Park Ave. A deposit
of $75 is required for new residential hookups. Reclaimed
water services are available in limited areas at a
rate of $.25 per 1,000 gal./month. They can be reached
at (407) 330-5649. Occupational Licenses- All businesses,
including home based ventures, must purchase an occupational
license. (407) 330-5656. For
more information on city services go to:
www.ci.sanford.fl.us
Telephone:
Seminole County is served by Sprint (407)
339-1811, and BellSouth (800) 753-0710
Cable:
Brighthouse Networks (407) 645-4701
Voter Registration:
In order to vote in an upcoming election
you must show proof of citizenship at least 30 days
prior to the election. The Supervisor of Elections
is located at 1500 East Airport Blvd. (407) 708-7700.
Hunting
and Fishing Licenses: Non-residents must
have a saltwater fishing license when fishing from
boat or land, but residents do not need one unless
they are fishing from a boat or are under the age
of 16 and over the age of 65. A freshwater license
is required of residents and non-residents alike.
Licenses can be obtained from any county tax collector's
office or various bait and tackle outlets. For more
information contact Florida Fish and Wildlife (850)
985-7880.
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| Relocation
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Click
here to receive your copy
of the 2004-2005 Membership Directory & Visitors Guide. There
is a $5 fee for S&H to be paid in advance.
Please send payment to:
400 East First Street
Sanford, FL 32771-1408
This simple quick
reference guide introduces you to the Seminole County
Region and includes the following information:
- Meet your
Chamber (President, Board of Directors and
Staff)
- A Complete
list of Chamber Members
- Demographics
- Seminole County officials/dignitaries
- Calendar
of Events
- Area Attractions
- Churches
- Housing
- Healthcare
- Education & Schools
- Seminole
County Map
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