West Orange Chamber of Commerce CEO Stina D’Uva to retire

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Stina D’uva, president and CEO of the West Orange Chamber of Commerce, announced her plans to retire at the end of this year.

She has held the role for 21 years, "leading it through different economies, personnel changes and a pandemic,"?according to the chamber's website. "Stina’s endeavors have enabled the chamber to grow into one of the strongest, most respected chambers in Florida."

"I have been honored to play a role in the growth and evolution of west Orange County for over 20 years," D'uva told?Orlando Business Journal. "Even though I am leaving the chamber, I’ve been a long- time resident of this community, and will continue my service in other ways. I am grateful for the time spent with the chamber and look forward to the next chapter of my life."

Read more about her here.

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Real estate news of the week

• Disney shares groundbreaking, opening date for new affordable housing project: Camden, New Jersey-based?The Michaels Organization is set to build, own and operate the community on Disney land.
• CVS to close store in heart of Orlando's College Park neighborhood: The closure will create a prime leasing opportunity in a popular retail district.
• Orlando Sanford International Airport is a commercial real estate catalyst for Seminole County and beyond: It is home to roughly 450 developable acres on its property.

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Orlando news bites

You don't want to miss these top stories:

• Seminole County's proposed indoor sports facility to generate $1.4B in net new spending: A study recommends a 139,000-square-foot building with a variety of uses.
• Here's where the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District may build housing on Disney land: Attorneys at the April 19 board meeting shed some light on possible areas of district-owned land that could be prime for development.
• New board voids agreement; to raise taxes on Disney Springs tenants to fund ongoing feud: The group plans to raise taxes within the district to fund Gov.?Ron DeSantis' ongoing legal battle with Disney (NYSE: DIS).

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Restaurant news & notes

Check out the latest news on popular local places to eat:

• Jeff's Bagel Run plans next Orlando restaurant: The local bagel chain later this year will debut a 1,200-square-foot store.
• Downtown Orlando sports bar Harry Buffalo to close: It is not immediately clear whether the space is being marketed for lease or already has a new concept or use in the works.

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This weekly round-up of Orlando business news was compiled by Susan Lundine, managing editor. Questions? Comments? Concerns? News tips? Send them to [email protected].