Dennis Ela email & contact info

Captain at Orange County.

Work Email

d*********@o*******

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Direct Phone

+1 (***) ***-****

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LinkedIn URL

linkedin.com/in/••••••••

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Employing Organization

Orange County

Team

Key Colleagues

Decision makers at Orange County

Nicola Norton
ADA Program Manager
Lisa Snead
Assistant County Administrator
Nanette Melo
Assistant Manager, Office of Management and Budget
Tracy Attenasio
Assistant Manager, Procurement Division
Wendy Reyes
Assistant Project Manager, Traffic Engineering Division (Public Works Department)

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Public Activity & Signals

Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Dennis Ela’s organization

Jul 28, 2026BoardMeeting

Board

Tourist Development Tax Citizens Advisory Task Force Meeting

The committee discussed a proposal to replenish the application review committee grant program with an investment of $75 million to $100 million to support medium-sized capital projects. The presentation outlined the grant eligibility, the scoring matrix based on tourism expansion and return on investment, and the approval roles of the Tourist Development Council and the Board of County Commissioners. The discussion also included an review of the successful outcomes and community impacts of past grants awarded to organizations such as the Orlando Ballet, the Orlando Science Center, and the Winter Park Playhouse.

Jul 29, 2026BoardMeeting

Board

Orange County Tourist Development Tax Citizens Advisory Task Force Meeting

The task force reviewed a project proposal for the construction of a Discovery Center focused on Florida's wetlands, utilizing an aquarium and museum model with immersive technology. The proposers requested $48 million in Tourist Development Tax funding, matched by $90 million in private sector investment, with an operating structure based on a Public-Private Partnership (P3) model. Discussions included potential land sites, projected attendance of 750,000 visitors annually, and committee concerns regarding the project's compliance with statutory requirements and site control.

Jul 21, 2026BoardMeeting

Board

Orange County Tourist Development Tax Citizens Advisory Task Force Task Force Meeting

The meeting provided an overview of the history and management of the Tourist Development Tax (TDT) in Orange County. Key discussion topics included the legal framework for allowable TDT expenditures, the role of the Tourist Development Council, and the allocation of funds for the convention center, tourism promotion, and community venues. A consultant presented information on economic modeling and analysis for evaluating project proposals. The committee also covered the application review process and the responsibilities of task force members in providing advisory recommendations for unencumbered TDT revenues.

Jul 14, 2026BoardMeeting

Board

Board of County Commissioners Draft Meeting Minutes

The Board of County Commissioners covered a range of administrative, land use, and community topics. Key discussions included the approval of various interlocal agreements with local police departments and school boards, the authorization of budget amendments, and the award of contracts for construction and engineering services. The board addressed multiple public hearings, including variances for residential projects, the denial of a substantial change request for a planned development, and the adoption of an ordinance concerning public nuisance abatement. Additionally, the board discussed future managed agricultural uses on specific county properties and received updates on neighborhood grant recommendations and community redevelopment initiatives.

Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.

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