About Our Community

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 in your new hometown.

Driving in Florida

If you have a driver's license from another US state that Florida recognizes as a primary form of ID, then getting your Florida driver's license can be fairly simple.  The biggest challenge is providing the correct ID. A driver's license from most US states is recognized by Florida as a primary source of identification.  For additional information visit www.gathergoget.com

Connecting Your Utilities

1. Electricity

2. Sewer and Water

Each community provides its own water and sewer services.

• Altamonte Springs............................................. (407) 871-1919
• Casselberry....................................................... (407) 262-7700
• Lake Mary......................................................... (407) 585-1448
• Longwood......................................................... (407) 260-3470
• Oviedo.............................................................. (407) 971-5535
• Sanford..............................................................(407) 688-5100
• Unincorporated Seminole County........................ (407) 665-2110
• West Volusia..................................................... (386) 943-7027

3. City of Sanford Residents Only

Garbage Collection for Sanford residents call (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. They can be reached at (407) 688-5105.

4. Recycling

• City Of Sanford Residents................................... (407) 688-5089
• Seminole County Residents................................. (407) 665-2260
• Orange County Residents.................................... 1-800-223-4825
• West Volusia County Residents........................... (386) 943-7889

 

Occupational Licenses- All businesses, including home based ventures, must purchase an occupational license. (407) 688-5150.

Telephone:

Seminole County is served by:

• AT&T..................................................................1-888-757-6500
• Brighthouse.........................................................1-866-750-8497
• EMBARQ (Centurylink) .......................................1-888-723-8010
• Vonage.............................................................. 1-866-750-9602

Orange County is served by:

• AT&T...................................................................1-888-757-6500
• Brighthouse......................................................... 1-866-750-8497
• Comcast..............................................................1-866-970-2210
• EMBARQ (Centurylink)........................................ 1-888-723-8010
• Vonage............................................................... 1-866-750-9602

West Volusia County is served by:

• AT&T.................................................................. 1-888-757-6500
• Brighthouse......................................................... 1-866-750-8497
• EMBARQ (Centurylink)........................................ 1-888-723-8010
• Vonage............................................................... 1-866-750-9602

Cable: Brighthouse Networks (407) 645-4701

Voter Registration: To Register to vote a person must:

• Be a citizen of the United States
• Be a Florida resident
• Be 18 years old to vote. May pre-register at the age of 17.
• Not now be adjudicated mentally incapacitated with respect to voting in Florida or any other state.
• Not have been convicted of a felony in Florida, or any other state, without your civil rights having been restored.
• Provide your current and valid Florida driver's license number or Florida identification card number. If you do not have a current and valid Florida driver's license or Florida Identification card, you must provide the last four digits of your social security number. If you do not have a FL DL#, FL ID Card #, or SSN, then you must indicate so when filling out your application by writing NONE in the space provided.

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.

Relocation

Click here to receive your copy of the 2011 Membership Directory & Visitors Guide. There is a $7 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
• Area Attractions
• Housing
• Healthcare
• Education & Schools