- June 26, 2019
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Kathy and Bob McKinley shared smiles for their excitement at seeing the new facilities.
Dixie Cream Café staff helped to plate delicious bites for residents to munch on before the event.
Windermere Police Chief David Ogden showed off his glass table complete with a plethora of collected law enforcement coins.
Windermere business Tim’s Wine served up ice cold beer and wine for attendees.
CJ Burrell and Carlos Hernandez from the Windermere Police Department were two of the officers in attendance.
George Poelker and Tom Stroup incorporated wood from the old facility in the new facility, some of which can be seen in the administration’s conference table.
Karen, Elizabeth and Greg Wiedenbeca came together as a family to celebrate the grand opening.
Norma Sutton and Rich Carbone enjoyed conversation and snacks before the start of the grand opening ceremony.
Elected Windermere current and past government officials Molly Rose, Chris Sapp, Jim O’Brien, Tony Davit and Bill Martini showed support at the event.
Town Manager Robert Smith and Mayor Jim O’Brien were thrilled at the turnout for the event.
The town of Windermere celebrated the completion of the new administration, police department and public works facilities with a grand opening on Thursday, April 7.
The ceremony included guided tours as well as catering from downtown Windermere businesses Dixie Cream Café and Tim’s Wine.
The 11,000 square foot state-of-the-art facilities will aid town staff in safety, security and efficiency while also allowing the Windermere Police Department to obtain national law enforcement accreditation.
The new buildings have an emphasis on community space with multipurpose community rooms for public meetings, volunteer committees and staff and police training.
Mayor Jim O’Brien, Town Manager Robert Smith and Windermere Police Chief David Ogden all shared comments on their excitement for the facilities at the grand opening ceremony.
