Altamonte Springs

Altamonte Springs is a suburban city in Seminole County, Florida, United States, which had a population of 46,231 at the 2020 United States Census. The city is in the northern suburbs of the OrlandoKissimmeeSanford Metropolitan Statistical Area. Dr. Washington Kilmer of Cincinnati was the first person of European background to settle into the area circa 1870, and he named the area Altamont. In 1882, the Altamonte Land, Hotel and Navigation Company, founded by Thomas C. Simpson and four other Massachusetts businessmen, gave the area its present name. On November 11, 1920, the residents of Altamonme Springs voted 38 to 7 in favor of incorporation. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 9.4 mi2 (24.5 km²), of which 8.9 mi 2 (23.1 km²) is land and 0.6 mi2 of land (5.93%) is water. The population of the city was 79.23% White, 9.72% African American, 0.33% Native American, 2.94% Asian,0.04% Pacific Islander, 4.79% from other races, and 2.93% from Hispanic or Latino of any race. In 2000, there were 41,200 people, 18,821 households, and 10,012 families residing in the city. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was2.86.

Geography

Altamonte Springs is the primary city name, but also Altamonte Spg are acceptable city names or spellings. The official name is Altamonte Springs. Altamonte Springs is located at 28°3941N 81°2331W (28.661463, 81.392016).According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 9.4 mi2 (24.5 km²) of which 8.9 mi2 is land and 0.6mi2 (1.5km²) is water. The city is located in the Central Time Zone, which is between the East and the West poles. It is the only city in the state of Florida that is not in the National Weather Service's "Air Force Weather Watch" area of responsibility. The town has a population of 1,071. It has a latitude and longitude of 28.2°N and 81.3°W, respectively, and is located on the Atlantic Coast. It was the site of the World War II Battle of the Bulge, which took place in World War I and II. It also is the location of the National Park Service's Air Force Weather Warning Area, which takes place in the early morning hours of the morning and late evening hours of nightfall. The area is also known as the "Central Time Zone" because of its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, which can be easily seen from the city's skyline. It lies in the eastern part of the state, near the town of Altamonte, and has a diameter of about 8 miles (13 km).

Government

Altamonte Springs has a city manager, city commissioner form of government, consisting of four commission districts and the mayor serving citywide. The city has a population of 2,000. The mayor is the only elected official in the town of 1,000 people. It is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The town is located on the banks of the Altamonte River, which flows into the San Francisco Bay Area and the Florida Panhandle. It has an elevation of 4,000 feet (1,200 meters) above sea level. It was founded in 1881. The population was 1,200 in 1883. The current population is 2,100 (2,200 people) and 3,000 (3,100 people) in 1894. The area has a history of being a resort town since the early 20th century. In 1894, the city was founded by the town's first residents, who moved there from New York City. The first mayor was elected in 1891, and the first city commissioner in 1892. It now has a mayor, who is elected by the city's commission districts, and a city commissioner, who serves the citywide population. It also has four commissioners, who serve four-year terms, and four city commissioners, which serve three-year term limits.

Demographics

As of the census of 2000, there were 41,200 people, 18,821 households, and 10,012 families residing in the city. The racial makeup of the city was 79.23% White, 9.72% African American, 0.33% Native American, 2.94% Asian, 4.79% from other races, and 2. 94% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 15.93% of the population. The city's population was spread out, with 20.4% under the age of 18, 10.8% from 18 to 24, 37.1% from 25 to 44, 21.0% from 45 to 64 and 10.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there are 92.6 males. The per capita income for the city is $23,216. About 5.6% of families and 7.4%. of the residents were below the poverty line, including 9.5% of those under age 18 and 6.4. of those age 65 or over. The average household size is 2.17 and the average family size was 2.86. The. median income for a household in theCity was $41,578, and the median income. for a family was $49,082. Males had a median income of $34,413 versus $28,897 for females.

Education

The city of Altamonte Springs is served by 5 public elementary schools (K5), 2 public middle schools (68), and 2 public high school (912) The city is also home to a branch of Seminole State College of Florida. Altamonter Springs boasts 10 percent more college graduates per capita than the Florida average. The city's public schools are a part of the Seminole County Public Schools system. It is just a few miles away from the University of Central Florida and Rollins College. It also has a private school and a private high school. It has a public library and a community center, as well as a private elementary school and private high schools. The town is located on the Florida Turnpike, which runs through the town of Lake Brantley, near the Florida-Georgia border. It was founded in 1883. It's the oldest city in the state. It had a population of 1,827,000 in 1881. It now has a population in excess of 2,000, with a population growth rate of 1.7 percent per year. In 2010, the city's population was 2,816, with an estimated population growth of 0.8 percent. The school district has a total of 912 students, with 68 in elementary and 68 in middle school. The public school system has a budget of $1.1 billion. It includes a private education program and a Christian school. In 2007, the school district added a private middle school to its system.

Library

Serving the needs of residents since 1960, the Altamonte Springs City Library houses a permanent collection of 44,000 items which include:Audio Books, DVDs, Magazines, and Newspapers.Programs include: Children's Story Times, Free Computer Classes, and Summer Reading Program. The library is located in the heart of the town's historic downtown area. It is located on the banks of the Colorado River, just south of the city's downtown area, and is on the east side of Interstate-25. The city's main street is known as the "Main Street" and is known for its historic architecture. The town has a population of more than 100,000 people and is home to a number of businesses and schools. The Altamontes have a history dating back to the 18th century. The current library was built in the early 20th century and is the oldest in the state. It was built on the site of the former town's first library, which opened in 1872. It has been named after the town’s founder, George W. Altamont, who built the first library in the town in 1876. The Library is located at the corner of Main and Main Streets. It also has a parking lot, which is located near the library. The community has a history of being active in the community since the early 19th century, when the town was first founded. The first library was established in 1852. The present library was dedicated to the memory of George Washington, the third president of the United States.

Cranes Roost Park and Uptown Altamonte

Cranes Roost Park and Uptown Altamonte is the central area of the city. This is the area that borders Interstate 4 which is the main interstate highway for Central Florida connecting Daytona Beach, Orlando, and Tampa. The area includes a square for weddings, festivals, and city holidays. Future plans include two high rise residential structures (in excess of 10 stories) and a series of parking structures to facilitate visitors. This city center incorporates large-scale apartment buildings and planned high rise condominiums. Many restaurants are located near the mall such as several Darden Restaurants, Denny's, Five Guys, Little Greek Fresh Grill and Jason's Deli. There is a 4-anchor indoor shopping mall, which includes an 18-screen AMC Theatre. The spot has become popular withAltamonte Springs residents, and attracts residents from nearby Longwood, Casselberry, and Maitland. It is located on State Road 436 east of Interstate 4, and is known as the general area on State road 436 on the east side of the highway. It has a lake, a park, and an outdoor town center named 'UptownAltamontte' which marks the central business district of theCity. The city center also includes mixed use shops and retailers such as Darden and Five Guys. It also has a water fountain choreographed to classical, swing and contemporary music. The park area has become a popular spot for weddings and festivals. There has been a lot of construction in the area, including two new apartment buildings.

Special events

Since 1995 Altamonte Springs has been host city to the Red, Hot, & Boom annual firework festival each July 3 in celebration of Independence Day. The event, which includes musical performances by nationally and internationally known entertainers and a custom fireworks show with over 15,000 shells, has drawn 200,000 people in recent years. It is Central Florida's largest Independence Day Celebration and has drawn over 100,000 visitors in the past. The festival is free and open to the public.

Parks and recreation

A Petrified Forest (Halloween Event) and Earth Day events are planned for the park. The park is home to a number of parks and recreation areas. There is also a Rangers Program and a Bird Watchers Wanted program. There are also recreation areas for the lake, the beach, and the sports complex. The parks are open to the public and are free of charge to the residents of the community. They are also open to non-residents and the public at all times.

Transportation

Orlando International Airport is located 30 minutes south. Orlando Sanford International Airport, located 25 minutes north, also serves the area. Altamonte Springs is served by SunRail, the Central Florida Commuter Rail system. Lynx offers local transit service which covers the three-county area (Osceola-Orange-Seminole). The station at the SunRail station opened on May 1, 2014. The area is also served by Orlando Executive Airport, which is used for charter flights and general aviation. The airport is located 20 minutes south of the town. The town is located in the central part of the state, near the cities of Orlando, Orlando and Orlando International. It is also near the town of Osceola and the city of Seminole, which are in the eastern portion of the county. The city has a population of 2,000, with the majority of its residents living in the Orlando-Orlando-Kissimmee area. It also has a small percentage of residents who live in the Tampa-Orland area, where it is located on the Florida Turnpike. The population of the Orlando area is 2,100, with most of its people living in Orlando. It has a high school population of 1,800. The school district has a total enrollment of 2.2,000 students, with more than 1,100 students living in its downtown area. The community has a low-income population of about 1,000. The average household income is about $30,000; the town has a median household income of about $50,000 .

Air Quality, Water Quality, Superfund Sites & UV Index

The Air Quality index is in Altamonte Springs, Seminole County, Florida = 78.6. These Air Quality index is based on annual reports from the EPA. Higher values are better (100=best). The number of ozone alert days is used as an indicator of air quality, as are the amounts of seven pollutants including particulates, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, lead, and volatile organic chemicals. The Water Quality Index is 60. A measure of the quality of an area’s water supply as rated by the EPA. Higher values are better (100=best). The EPA has a complex method of measuring the watershed quality, using 15 indicators such as pollutants, turbidity, sediments, and toxic discharges. The Superfund Sites Index is 99. Higher is better (100=best). Based upon the number and impact of EPA Superfund pollution sites in the county, including spending on the cleanup efforts. The UV Index in Altamonte Springs = 6.5 and is a measure of an area's exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays. This is most often a combination of sunny weather, altitude, and latitude. The UV Index has been defined by the WHO (www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answers/item/radiation-the-ultraviolet-(uv)-index) and is uniform worldwide.

Employed

The most recent city population of 46,231 individuals with a median age of 38.1 age the population grows by 0.06% in Altamonte Springs, Seminole County, Florida population since 2000 and are distributed over a density of 5,080.89 residents per square mile of area (1,961.72/km²). There are average 2.15 people per household in the 18,952 households with an average household income of $48,193 a year. The unemployment rate in Alabama is 10.20% of the available work force and has dropped -5.92% over the most recent 12-month period and the projected change in job supply over the next decade based on migration patterns, economic growth, and other factors will increase by 17.96%. The number of physicians in Altamonte Springs per 100,000 population = 173.3.

Weather

The annual rainfall in Altamonte Springs = 50.8 inches and the annual snowfall = 0 inches. The annual number of days with measurable precipitation (over .01 inch) = 113. The average number of days per year that are predominantly sunny = 237. 92 degrees Fahrenheit is the average daily high temperature for the month of July and 50.1 degrees Fahrenheit is the average daily low temperature for the month of January. The Comfort Index (higher=better) is 27, where higher values mean a more pleasant climate. The Comfort Index measure recognizes that humidity by itself isn't the problem. (Have you noticed nobody ever complains about the weather being 'cold and humid?) It's in the summertime that we notice the humidity the most, when it's hot and muggy. Our Comfort Index uses a combination of afternoon summer temperature and humidity to closely predict the effect that the humidity will have on people.

Median Home Cost

The percentage of housing units in Altamonte Springs, Seminole County, Florida which are owned by the occupant = 38.19%. A housing unit is a house, apartment, mobile home, or room occupied as separate living quarters. The average age of homes = 26 years with median home cost = $90,680 and home appreciation of -14.07%. This is the value of the years most recent home sales data. Its important to note that this is not the average (or arithmetic mean). The median home price is the middle value when you arrange all the sales prices of homes from lowest to highest. This is a better indicator than the average, because the median is not changed as much by a few unusually high or low values. The property tax rate of $11.20 shown here is the rate per $1,000 of home value. If for simplification for example the tax rate is $14.00 and the home value is $250,000, the property tax would be $14.00 x ($250,000/1000), or $3500. This is the 'effective' tax rate.

Study

The local school district spends $4,436 per student. There are 16.4 students for each teacher in the school, 819 students for each Librarian and 567 students for each Counselor. 10.86% of the area’s population over the age of 25 with an Associate Degree or other 2-year college degree, 22.46% with a master’s degree, Ph.D. or other advanced college degree and 9.12% with high school diplomas or high school equivalency degrees (GEDs).