In his 2005 State of the County speech Orange County Mayor Richard Crotty outlined a Blueprint for Orange County’s Future”. This Blueprint included the vision of a high tech corridor in east Orange County stretching from the University of Central Florida to the Orlando International Airport. The high tech corridor is envisioned to follow the planned Alafaya Trail extension. Thus, the southeast quadrant of Orange County is at a threshold. While much of the area remains natural, interest in development increases. On a regional, county-wide, and sector scale, recent studies indicate that population, housing starts, and employment of Orange County will increase dramatically in the future (see “VII: Seven County Orlando Region” Penn Study 2005 by the University of Pennsylvania graduate students). As development increases so does pressure on the natural environment. Without responsible long term planning these increases could result in a continuation of a fragmented development pattern and imbalances in land use, which would in turn, continue an urban sprawl development pattern. 

In Florida, we have a great story to tell. It is a story of a robust economy, of technology innovation, of entrepreneurship, of international commerce, and of a great quality of life. Florida is a story of business success – of many successes from around the globe.

Whether you are a small or large business, Florida-based or multinational, I invite you to explore Florida. I am committed to a world-class business climate to attract and retain the high wage jobs of tomorrow. From educational innovation to e-government to state-of-the-art Internet connectivity, we are building an eFlorida that is both forward looking and business friendly.

Don’t hesitate to contact us at Enterprise Florida. You have my personal commitment to help you make Florida your preferred business location for expansion and profitability. We’d be delighted to have you join our Florida family.
With best regards,

Governor Jeb Bush