Downtown Development and Airport Finance Committees Convene for Key Wednesday Sessions

Municipal Boards and Regional Authorities Set Today’s Legislative Agenda

Today, Wednesday, February 18, 2026, the City of Orlando and regional governing bodies are hosting several significant sessions. While the full City Council is not slated for a regular meeting until next week, various advisory boards and financial committees are moving forward with critical updates regarding downtown development, urban livability, and the financial health of the region's primary aviation gateway.

Downtown Development and Community Redevelopment

A primary focus of today’s activity is the joint meeting of the Downtown Development Board (DDB) and the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Advisory Board. Held in-person at City Hall, these boards are tasked with overseeing the continued revitalization of the city’s core. Today's agenda includes reviews of upcoming infrastructure enhancements and incentive programs designed to attract diverse businesses and residential projects to the downtown district. As the city continues to manage rapid growth, these advisory boards play a vital role in ensuring that urban development aligns with the city's long-term master plan.

Airport Financial Oversight and Debt Management

At the Orlando International Airport, the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) Finance Committee is scheduled to meet at 1:45 p.m. in the Carl T. Langford Board Room. This session is critical for the airport’s fiscal strategy as it heads further into the 2026 fiscal year. Key agenda items include:

• Bond Redemption: The committee will consider an authorizing resolution for the redemption of specific Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) supported debt.
• Budget Amendments: A proposed amendment to the FY 2026 Debt Service Budget will be reviewed, involving approximately $26.3 million to account for principal and interest repayments related to airport facility advances.
• Investment Strategy: The committee will evaluate recommendations from the Retirement Benefits Committee to adjust fixed-income allocations within the OPEB Trust, seeking to optimize the performance of employee benefit funds.

Decisions made by the Finance Committee today will serve as formal recommendations that must eventually be ratified by the full Aviation Authority Board and, in some instances, the Orlando City Council.

Community Livability and Pension Boards

Other notable meetings taking place today include the Mayor's Committee on Livability & Healthy Aging. This group is focused on enhancing the quality of life for Orlando’s senior residents, addressing topics such as accessible housing and community engagement. Additionally, the Firefighter's Pension Board and the International Drive Business Improvement District (BID) Governing Board are holding sessions to manage localized public safety benefits and tourism-district maintenance, respectively.

Residents interested in these proceedings are encouraged to attend in person or review the recorded sessions provided by the City Clerk’s office to stay informed on the latest administrative actions shaping the city.