Seminole County is in the middle of a housing state of emergency that our elected officials refuse to acknowledge: record-high evictions and rent, wealthy investors pricing our locals, and unscrupulous landlords. We need elected officials to stand up to wealthy corporate bullies who will put their profit over the lives and health of our people and planet. 

Florida Rising is calling on our elected leaders in Seminole County to make it clear through their votes and policy choices that regardless of your zip code, we all have a right to the things that make us happy, healthy, and whole:

• our voice and vote;
• control our bodies;
• community-led safety;
• safe, affordable housing; and
• clean air, water, energy, and food that keeps us healthy.

We created our Seminole County Justice on Every Block platform as a call to action for our community and local leaders. Will you add your name in support of the Seminole County Justice on Every Block platform? Help us reach 300 supporters to show that we have a mandate for urgent action. 

Our Seminole County Justice on Every Block Platform

To ensure safe housing and ensure that everyone has a roof over their heads:

• Ensure the timely distribution of every dollar of federal emergency rental assistance with minimal administrative burden to tenants. 

• Acknowledge the housing state of emergency and let voters decide on a one-year rent freeze. 

• Implement housing anti-discrimination ordinances to protect returning citizens.

• Support the Circuit Chief Judge in hosting OurFlorida program representatives in local courts to assist families facing eviction in applying for emergency rental assistance funds prior to hearing their eviction case. 

 To ensure that young people have the opportunities they need to succeed, increase investments in youth recreation and training programs.