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Setting The PACE For A Better Pine Hills
Together, We Can Make A Difference!
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Momentum Update
The People’s Hob Nob & Straw Poll Is Growing
Pine Hills & Greater Orlando’s premier civic engagement experience continues to advance.
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Dear Neighbors and Friends,
Since our first Hob Nob announcement several months ago, the momentum has continued to grow. Candidates, sponsors, community partners, vendors, media partners, and residents are helping us build an event centered on civic access, voter education, and meaningful community engagement.
The 2026 People’s Hob Nob & Straw Poll is more than an event. It is a community-centered opportunity for residents to meet candidates, learn about key races, connect with local organizations, and participate in one of the most important civic engagement experiences in Central Florida.
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Event Details
Date: Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Central Florida Fairgrounds – Hall A
Tickets: General Admission is $25 until July 5 and $30 at the door.
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What’s New Since Our First Update
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Confirmed Candidates
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Community Visibility
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This continued growth reflects the importance of creating spaces where residents can directly engage with candidates, ask questions, and make informed decisions ahead of the election season.
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Event Information
Confirmed Candidates
Tickets
Sponsorship
Candidate Registration
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Our Candidate List Is Growing
We now have 40+ candidates and growing representing federal, state, county, judicial, and municipal offices. Click below to view the full confirmed candidate list.
Click Here To View The Full Candidate List
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Important Hob Nob Update
Candidate Registration Deadline Moved To July 1
Due to the incredible response from candidates, community leaders, residents, and local businesses, the deadline to register as a confirmed candidate has been moved from July 5 to July 1, 2026. With 40+ candidates already registered, this year’s People’s Hob Nob is shaping up to be one of Central Florida’s largest civic engagement events.
Click Here To Register As A Candidate
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Sponsors & Partners
We sincerely appreciate the organizations and businesses helping support civic engagement and community impact throughout Pine Hills and Greater Orlando.
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Presenting Sponsor
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All sponsorship levels are still available. Secure sponsorship today! Questions? Please contact us at
HobNob@pinehills.info.
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Community Connections
Meet Our 20 Vendor Organizations
The People's Hob Nob & Straw Poll is about more than meeting candidates. It is also an opportunity to connect directly with the organizations, businesses, and community partners working every day to strengthen Pine Hills and Greater Orlando.
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In addition to our growing list of candidates representing local, state, and federal offices, we are excited to welcome more than 20 vendor organizations and community partners who will be present throughout the evening.
From community resources and educational opportunities to health, nonprofit, and business services, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with organizations making a real difference in our community.
Take the opportunity to tap in with them on July 8!
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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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