Seminole County Government
Seminole County Clerk of the Circuit Court
Seminole County Economic Development
Seminole County Library
Seminole County Property Appraiser
Seminole County Sheriff
Seminole County Supervisor of Elections
Seminole County Tax Collector
Seminole County School Board
Seminole County Travel & Tourism
Seminole County Chamber of Commerce
Casselberry Chamber of Commerce
Oviedo Chamber of Commerce
Sanford Chamber of Commerce
City of Altamonte Springs
City of Casselberry
City of Lake Mary
City of Longwood
City of Oviedo
City of Sanford
City of Winter Springs
Important Seminole County Government Phone Numbers
General: 407.665.0311
Animal Services – 407.665.5110
Sheriff’s Office – 407.665.6600
Fire Department – 407.665.5175
TO-DO LIST
Here is a friendly reminder of things you might need to do if you are moving to the area.
Get New Driver’s License
Register Auto Tag & Title
Set up Electricity, Water & Sewer, Phone & Cable Services
Register Your Pets
Find nearest bank branch or new bank
Register to Vote
Apply for Homestead Exemption
Search for a Job
Apply for a Business Tax Receipt
Sign Up for Newspaper Service
Register Your Children for School
Find a Place to Live
Notify Post Office of Address Change
BUSINESS
Everything a successful business could need is right here. Seminole County has prepared for growth with everything from a new expressway to pre-approved development sites, specialized job training, and infrastructure incentives. This is a community well prepared to do business with business.
Every business in Seminole County is required to maintain a current business tax receipt. There are seven municipalities within Seminole County. If a business is located within a city limit, two Business Tax Receipts will be required ~ one from the city and one from the county.
Florida has no state income tax or inheritance tax. Sales tax is 7% in Seminole County.
EDUCATION
Seminole County schools are renowned for excellence. For the past 20+ years, SAT scores in Seminole have consistently exceeded state and national averages. The Seminole County School Board oversees the public education system. There are also several colleges and universities available in the area.Florida School Grades
Florida Department of Education
Seminole County School Board
Seminole Community College
Rollins College
ITT Technical Institute (Lake Mary Campus)
University of Central Florida
University of Phoenix
Valencia Community College
STATE & FEDERAL OFFICIALS
Make sure you register to vote so that you can have your voice heard on who your elected state and federal officials will be from the Governor to the Congressmen.
HEALTH & SAFETY
There are several high quality hospitals and clinics within Seminole County. The Health Department and Seminole County Public Safety both provide important health alerts and services. Both the city and county fire and law enforcement agencies work together to ensure the safety of its residents.Central Florida Regional Hospital
Florida Hospital Centra Care
Florida Hospital
Seminole County Health Department
Orlando Regional Healthcare
Seminole County Public Safety
Seminole County Sheriff’s Office
TRANSPORTATION
Making your way around Seminole County is easy. With I-4 and State Road 417, you can be anywhere you want to go in no time. The County also has an international airport, train station, and a bus system.
It is illegal to drive with an open alcoholic beverage in any vehicle. Seat belts are required to be worn. All children six years old and less must ride in a child restraint car seat. Florida mandates no-fault insurance for all drivers. Personal injury protection and property damage coverage is required.
Orlando Sanford International Airport
Orlando International Airport
Daytona Beach International Airport
Amtrak
Central Florida Expressway Authority
Florida Department Of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles
Florida Department of Transportation
Lynx Public Bus Transportation
Seminole Co. Expressway Authority
UTILITIES & SERVICES
The County provides water, sewer, and garbage collection service to unincorporated areas. Cities provide their own services. The watering restrictions apply to everyone regardless of your provider.
Cable
Bright House Networks
County Cable Franchising Office
Electricity
Florida Power & Light
Progress Energy
Garbage Collection
Unincorporated: Solid Waste Division
Newspaper
Orlando Sentinel
Sanford Herald
Phone
Water & Sewer
Unincorporated: County Billing Office, Watering Restrictions