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1. How do I view the most current water quality report?

The Town's Annual Water Quality Report - also known as a Consumer Confidence Report - is made available by July 1, at the latest, every year. You may view the most recent Annual Water Quality Report.

2. I do not use Town water for irrigation purposes. Do I still have to follow the irrigation watering restrictions stated on the Town's website?

The short answer is yes. Because the Town of Oakland is regulated by the St. John's River Water Management District, all residents must follow its mandates. Even if you draw water from a private well or draw water from a lake, you must follow the stated irrigation watering restrictions. Some exceptions apply. For more information on irrigation schedules and exceptions please visit the SJRWMD website.

3. When is trash collected?

Waste Management is contracted to collect household trash on Tuesday and Friday. Yard waste is collected on Wednesday. Recyclables are collected on Wednesday. 

4. How do I view my water consumption online?

Visit the account-holder portal at Mueller Homeowner Portal. You must have already registered with the front desk at Town Hall to receive your username and password. If you have not already registered, please call 407-656-1117 x2100 or visit the Town Hall at 230 North Tubb Street in Oakland, Florida.

5. Can I turn my water off for vacation or an extended period of time?

Please call the front desk at Town Hall to have a Public Works employee turn off your service. The phone number is 407-656-1117 x2100.

6. Why don't I have water?

In most cases, the department is aware of a resident's disrupted service. Please call Town Hall at 407-656-1117 x2100 for more information.

7. Why is my water pressure low?

Many factors can cause a decrease in water pressure. Please call Town Hall 407-656-1117 x2100 for more information or to schedule an employee to investigate the distribution system.

8. A street lamp is not functioning properly. What must be done to fix it?

You may report a malfunctioning street lamp to Duke Energy.

9. I found a yellow Town door hanger on my front door, but the writing is illegible. Who do I contact to learn more?

Please call the Public Works Department to learn why we made a visit to your residence. Dial 407-656-1117 x 2304 to reach a staff member.

10. Who do I contact to obtain a right-of-way permit?

There are two ways to obtain a right-of-way permit. You pick one up at the Town Hall front desk, located at 230 N Tubb Street or download the right-of-way permit. 

11. Do I need to apply for a right-of-way permit?

An approved right-of-way permit is required before you plan to modify, construct, or dig within a Town right-of-way. For more information, visit  the Public Work's page for R-O-W permits.

12. How do I learn the status of my right-of-way permit application?

Please call the Public Works Department at 407-656-1117 x2304 to ask questions concerning your submitted right-of-way permit application.

13. What is considered Hazardous Waste?

Hazardous waste includes but is no't limited to paint and paint thinners, used motor oil, freon, cleaning fluids, pesticides, and electronic containing circuit boards. A good rule of thumb for detecting waste as hazardous is by checking the label for any of the following descriptors: corrosive, flammable, or toxic. For a more complete list, please visit Orange County Hazardous Waste website.

14. How do I dispose of Hazardous Waste?

The Town of Oakland no longer accepts household hazardous waste items.

If you have latex paint cans that are empty and the leftover paint is dry, you may put them in your garbage can.  Remember, latex only.

Please bring household hazardous waste items to the following locations, or to a Community Collection event:

Orange County Landfill

5901 Young Pine Road, Orlando, FL  32829

407-836-6601

Open daily, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm 

McLeod Road Transfer Station

5000 L.B. McLeod Road, Orlando, FL  32811

407-245-0931

Days and hours vary, please call ahead of time

Porter Transfer Station

1326 Good Homes Road, Orlando, FL  32819

407-836-6601

Thursday – Sunday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

For additional information, including what household hazardous waste items are accepted, and for location of the Community Collection events, please visit the following site:  

Orange County Hazardous Waste Collection Facility.