Maitland Community Park Improvements

A new city project will introduce native plants to help transform a badly overgrown area of the recreational trail at Maitland Community Park.

The western edge of the park, located at 1400 Mayo Ave., is bordered by an outdoor trail and a large wall separat...

National Police Week

Last year, 264 law enforcement officers lost their lives in the line of duty - 17 from the State of Florida.  National Police Week honors those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and those who display courage each day to uphold public safety.&n...

Tree City USA

The City of Maitland is proud to celebrate its 11th year as part of the national Tree City USA program. 

Maitland is one of more than 3,600 Tree City USA communities, with a combined population of 155 million. The Tree City USA program is sponsore...

People of Maitland

The Art & History Museums of Maitland will present a new history exhibit "People of Maitland" from Feb. 26 to Aug. 15 at 231 Packwood Avenue in beautiful downtown Maitland. The show includes many fascinating stories and exhibits surrounding ...

Memorial Day Holiday

Maitland City Hall and city administrative offices will close Monday, May 31, for Memorial Day. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, June 1.

Curbside garbage and recycling will not be collected on Monday, May 31. Recycling is rescheduled for pickup on Sa...

Don't Poo-Lute

Don't Poo-lute. 

Cleaning up after your pet is not just a courtesy to others – it also helps to protect Maitland’s surface waters from harmful bacteria and excessive nutrients. 

Dog waste left in yards, parks, ...

Stormwater Pollution

Polluted storm runoff is among the biggest concerns for water quality in our lakes.

Maitland has 21 scenic lakes in a 6.5-square-mile area. Many of these lakes are surrounded by development, which contributes large amounts of rain runoff with each storm.

Ho...

Recycle the Right Way

Recycling is a great way to reduce Maitland's impact on the environment. 

It is very important to follow the basic rules of recycling. When in doubt, do not throw it in the recycling collection container. Call the City of Maitland with qu...

Fire Hydrant Testing

The Maitland Fire-Rescue Department is conducting annual fire hydrant testing.  

Testing ensures that each hydrant operates properly during emergencies and identifies any required maintenance. Crews will visit all areas of the city over several we...

Hurricane Season

Be prepared during hurricane season, which runs until Nov. 30. 

One of the most important steps is to create an emergency preparedness kit. This should include basic supplies and other necessities to survive for at least three days during an emerg...

20 Years of Service

The Maitland Fire-Rescue Department recognized Engineer/Paramedic Richard Crandall on Wednesday for 20 years of dedicated service to the community.

Crandall started with the department as a Firefighter/EMT in 2000. He became a Paramedic in 2002. Throughout...

Summer is Grilling Time

Summer is a great time for grilling. Here are some grill safety tips from the Maitland Fire-Rescue Department and the National Fire Protection Association:

• Propane and charcoal BBQ grills should only be used outdoors.
• The grill should be placed well away fr...

Storm Safety

Severe weather can interrupt local electric service and cause roadway traffic signals to go out.Always remember to stop at intersections where the traffic signals are out. Look in all directions for other approaching vehicles, then cross through the inter...

Prevent Vehicle Burglary

The Maitland Police Department encourages everyone to keep your vehicle safe from burglaries:

• Always lock your vehicle when leaving it – even in front of your home or business.• Do not leave valuables like phones, computers an...

Pedestrian Safety

The City of Maitland is a great place to get out and walk. Here are some pedestrian safety tips from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration:

• Walk on sidewalks.
• If there is no sidewalk, walk facing traffic and as far from traffic as possible.
• Foll...