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Clerks Against Domestic Violence Workshop
As you may know, October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have experienced some form of physical violence by an intimate partner.
I welcome you to attend our free "Clerks Against Domestic Violence" Workshop on Thursday, October 25th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. My office has joined forces with Harbor House of Central Florida, the Orlando Police Department, and the Mental Health Association of Central Florida to bring important information about domestic violence to residents of Orange County.
Event topics include how to file a restraining order, guidance from Harbor House, Reflections of Trauma presented by the Mental Health Association, as well as a self-defense class conducted by the Orlando Police Department.
The event is free and will be held at the Marks Street Senior Center at 99 E. Marks Street, Orlando, FL 32803. Parking is free.
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Amendment 10: The Protection Amendment Very soon voters will have the opportunity to have their say on a list of state amendments to address some very important issues and shape the future of our state’s constitution. All of the amendments on the General Election November 6th ballot were proposed by the Florida Constitution Revision Commission, citizen initiatives, and the Florida Legislature.
Amendment 10 is one of the amendments that is positive for voters and families. What is Amendment 10? Amendment 10 is the Protection Amendment. Amendment 10 protects Florida citizens and visitors by ensuring constitutional offices report directly to the people they serve. Included in Amendment 10 besides ensuring constitutional officers are elected, is the creation of the Office of Domestic Security and Counterterrorism within the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. This will provide essential support for law enforcement agencies to prevent or respond to acts of terrorism.
To find out more about Amendment 10 watch the video below, visit Amendment10.org or take a look at this quick fact sheet.
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Come to the Ocoee Branch on November 3rd for Passport Day Planning a family vacation? Excited for a study abroad program or missions trip? It all starts here at the Clerk’s Office. We’re opening on Saturday, November 3 at our Ocoee branch location to help you and your family apply for your passports.
Whether you live in Orange or any Central Florida county, join us for Passport Day on November 3. Our Ocoee location at 475 Story Rd. Ocoee, FL 34761 will have extended hours from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., making it easier than ever to get a passport for you or your child.
In addition, we have exciting activities throughout the event like door prizes such as Universal passes for four, valuable information from travel vendors, and much more! Make your appointment now or walk in if you'd prefer. Passport Day - Location: Ocoee Branch
475 Story Rd.
Ocoee, FL 34761 - Date: November 3, 2018
- Time: 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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Women's Resource Center
2018 Summit Awards
It was a great honor to accept the Women’s Resource Center 2018 Summit award along with fellow distinguished female leaders in the community. The Summit Awards, in their 34th year, recognize and honor women who have outstanding community service and leadership in Central Florida. Nominated by their peers, these women have contributed to the Central Florida community by performing countless hours of community work for the good of all. They have a history of diverse community service, which goes beyond job related responsibilities and has led to the betterment and good of our local community.
Joined by my staff, family, and friends I humbly received the award. The Women’s Resource Center does great work in our community by giving a helping hand to women getting back into the workforce. It is a network of diverse and distinguished women who work together to make positive impact to those in need. As my time as a commissioner and now as Clerk of Courts, I am committed to helping the citizens of Orange County access the justice system. It is not always an easy process, but my office will continue to work on finding ways to make it easier for those we serve.
I want to thank the Women’s Resource Center for acknowledging my service. It was truly an honor to accept the award.
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Instructional Video of the Month: Driver's License Clearance
The "Connect with the Clerk" video series was developed to educate and improve the customer experience. The series helps answer frequently asked questions with short, informative videos and provides step by step instructions for Clerk of Courts topics in English and Spanish. Each month, we have highlighted one of these videos.
This month's featured video explains how to have a suspended driver's license cleared. Click below to view the video.
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To view all eleven videos and see how you can Connect with the Clerk, visit our video libraries by clicking the buttons below.
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| Tell Us How We're Doing If you have recently conducted business with the Clerk’s Office, I’d like to hear from you. Customer service is at the core of what we do for the citizens of Orange County. Please take a moment to let us know what we did well as well as where we still have opportunities to improve.
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October Star Performer Congratulations to Ebony Wiggins, our Star Performer for the month of October. Ebony is a deputy clerk in our Family/Self Help Division. Teammates say she is always looking for ways to go above and beyond and better serve our customers.
"Customers continually reach out regarding the ways Ebony has gone the extra mile to help them," said a colleague. "She is gracious, patient, and respectful. Ebony is truly a wonderful professional who goes above and beyond, not just for our customers, but also for her co-workers as well."
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| Left: Staff participated in various National Night Out events throughout Orange County including Deputy Clerks Laurie and Vickie in Apopka. Center: Clerk Russell spoke at a Town hall hosted by State Representative Bruce Antone about Amendment 10. Right: Staff, including Andrea, Jessica, and Rasheda volunteered at the annual Harbor House of Central Florida It Takes Courage Door Knocking event.
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Upcoming Events - Monday, October 15th 5:30 p.m.: OCBA Ask A Lawyer at the J.R. Smith Center on Bruton Boulevard.
- Tuesday, October 16th 6:00 p.m.: OCBA and the LGBTQ Center Ask A Lawyer at the Center on Mills Avenue.
- Wednesday, October 17th 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Harbor House of Central Florida Purple Door Luncheon at Rosen Centre Hotel.
- Thursday, October 25, 2018, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.: Clerks Against Domestic Violence Workshop at Marks Street Senior Center (See Article)
- Saturday, November 3, 2018, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.: Passport Day at our Ocoee Branch (See Article)
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Tiffany Moore Russell
Orange County Clerk of Courts
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