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Setting the PACE for a Better Pine Hills
Together, We Can Make A Difference!
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The Full Results Are Now Available
You Asked. We Delivered.
Explore the complete results from the 2026 People’s Hob Nob & Straw Poll.
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You Asked. We Delivered.
The Full 2026 People's Hob Nob & Straw Poll Results Are Now Available
After announcing our Straw Poll winners through email and on social media, we received an overwhelming number of requests from residents, candidates, and community members asking to see the complete results from the 2026 People's Hob Nob & Straw Poll.
We heard you.
In response to the tremendous interest, we're pleased to announce that the full official Straw Poll results are now available on the Pine Hills Community Council website. Explore every race, the constitutional amendment results, and the Orange County Public Schools ballot question all in one place.
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View the Complete Straw Poll Results
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2026 Event Media
Relive the People's Hob Nob & Straw Poll
The stories continue long after Central Florida's Premier Hob Nob & Straw Poll.
Our new Hob Nob Media Page brings together television coverage, interviews, podcasts, photographs, and event highlights from across Central Florida so you can experience the event from every perspective.
This collection represents the outstanding work of numerous media partners and community storytellers who helped share the impact of this year's event throughout our region.
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Visit the 2026 Hob Nob Media Page
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Special Thanks to Our Media Partners
CAP Village / Caribbean American Passport News Magazine •
Central Florida Public Media •
Spectrum News 13 •
News 6 / ClickOrlando •
The Amania Show •
WHPB-LP 98.5 FM Island Fever© •
Mr. Willie Nichols
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See Our Previous Hob Nob Update Below
Thank You, Pine Hills & Greater Orlando!
If you missed our earlier recap, here is a look back at the impact, community participation, and partners who made the evening possible.
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Dear Candidates, Sponsors, Vendors, Partners, Volunteers, and Community Members,
More than 500 attendees, 330+ community members participating in the official Straw Poll, 45+ candidates, and 20+ community and neighborhood organizations came together to make the 2026 People’s Hob Nob & Straw Poll an incredible success.
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Event Impact at a Glance |
500+ Attendees |
330+ Straw Poll Participants |
45+ Candidates |
20+ Organizations |
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This year’s event once again demonstrated why the Pine Hills Community Council proudly hosts Central Florida’s Premier People’s Hob Nob & Straw Poll. Events like these strengthen our democracy by creating opportunities for residents to engage directly with candidates, learn about the issues, and make informed decisions that shape the future of our community.
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Thank You for Making This Possible
A heartfelt thank you to every candidate, sponsor, partner, vendor, attendee, and volunteer who helped make this event possible. Your participation is what makes this tradition so meaningful.
A special thank you to our Hob Nob Chair, Mrs. Sandra Fatmi-Hall, whose leadership, dedication, and countless hours of work brought this event to life. We also extend our sincere appreciation to our Co-Chair, Dr. LaTanya Nichols, the PHCC Board of Directors, and every volunteer who worked behind the scenes to ensure a successful evening.
Finally, thank you to every resident who showed up, asked questions, participated in the Straw Poll, and made your voice heard. Your engagement is what strengthens our community.
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Candidate Spotlight
Meet the Candidates
The 2026 People’s Hob Nob & Straw Poll brought together more than 45 candidates from across the region for an evening of meaningful conversations with residents. Browse the full list of participating candidates and learn more about those who joined us for Central Florida’s Premier People’s Hob Nob & Straw Poll.
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View All Candidates Who Participated
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Community Connections
20+ Vendor Organizations
Thank you to the community partners, businesses, and neighborhood organizations that helped make the evening meaningful and connected residents with valuable resources.
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Sponsors & Partners
With sincere appreciation to the organizations, businesses, and community partners whose support made this event possible.
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Silver Sponsors
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Why This Work Matters
The People’s Hob Nob & Straw Poll strengthens civic engagement by connecting residents directly with candidates, community organizations, and the information needed to make informed decisions.
Preserving a Clean, Safe & Prosperous Community.
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Together, we are Setting the PACE for a Better Pine Hills by Preserving a Clean, Safe & Prosperous Community, because Together, We Can Make A Difference.
Congratulations to all of the Straw Poll winners, and thank you for helping make the 2026 People’s Hob Nob & Straw Poll one to remember.
With Gratitude & Purpose,
Sandra Fatmi-Hall
First Vice President & Chair, 2026 People’s Hob Nob & Straw Poll
LaTanya Nichols, Ed.D.
Co-Chair, 2026 People’s Hob Nob & Straw Poll
Julien Serrano-O’Neil, MNM, MPA, ACNP
President, Pine Hills Community Council, Inc.
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About The Pine Hills Community Council Founded in 1972, the Pine Hills Community Council (PHCC) is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit civic organization dedicated to preserving a clean, safe, and prosperous community. Serving as the voice of more than 85,000 residents, PHCC advances advocacy, civic engagement, community partnerships, and neighborhood initiatives throughout Pine Hills and Greater Orlando. PHCC has helped generate more than $30.53 million in community impact, and awarded more than $15,000 in scholarships through the endowed Tulie L. Phillips Scholarship at Valencia College. Guided by Participation, Accessibility, Collaboration, and Excellence (P.A.C.E.), PHCC is committed to Setting the PACE for a Better Pine Hills. Julien Serrano-O'Neil, MNM, MPA, ACNP
President & Membership Chairman
Mrs. Sandra Fatmi-Hall
First Vice President
Janai McKissick
Secretary Copyright (C) 2026 Pine Hills Community Council, Inc.. All rights reserved.
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