Meet Aaron Lewis
Aaron E. Lewis is a proud gay veteran, husband, and community advocate dedicated to building a fairer and more compassionate Orange County. As Co-Founder and President of the Framily Support Network, he has spent his career fighting to remove barriers that keep families trapped in poverty and homelessness, working to ensure every resident has the chance to live with dignity and opportunity.
Born to Trinidadian and Jamaican parents and raised in Orlando, Aaron’s life embodies resilience, service, and a deep belief in community. His journey, from military service to nonprofit leadership, has shaped his commitment to equity, accountability, and action.
A committed progressive, Aaron believes local government should serve people first. He’s running for Orange County Commissioner, District 7, to fight for affordable housing, flood resilience, small business growth, and safer, stronger neighborhoods.
Aaron lives in Orlando with his husband and believes that when neighbors come together, there’s nothing we can’t accomplish.
District 7 Priorities
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Working families and seniors are being priced out of their own neighborhoods. I’ll fight to build and protect affordable housing, hold developers accountable, and make sure new growth includes homes everyday people can actually afford.
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Too many neighborhoods flood every time it rains. I’ll push to fix drainage, build more retention ponds, and hold state and local agencies accountable for long-term flood solutions. Everyone deserves a dry, safe home — no excuses.
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People need reliable ways to get to work, school, and home — without spending hours in traffic. I’ll fight for better bus routes, safer sidewalks, bike lanes, and smarter urban planning that actually connects our communities.
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Our history and roots matter. I’ll fight to honor places like Eatonville, Pine Hills, and College Park by investing in public art, cultural landmarks, and fair redevelopment that gives back to the community.
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Safety is about more than police — it’s about community. I’ll improve lighting, clean up trouble spots, expand youth programs, and grow mental-health response teams so help comes in the right form at the right time.
As Your Commissioner
My job is simple — to make Orange County work for all of us, not just some of us.
No matter your age, background, or circumstance, you deserve safety, stability, and opportunity.
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You shouldn’t have to leave Orange County to build your life. I’ll expand rental and startup support, create a Youth Leadership Council to give you a voice in county policy, and invest in local programs that help young people turn ideas into action.
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It’s time Orange County worked for working people. I’ll expand affordable housing near jobs, open doors for small businesses to win county contracts, and support financial programs that help families get ahead — not fall behind.
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Our seniors deserve comfort, safety, and connection. I’ll push for more affordable senior housing, better transportation to stores and clinics, and community hubs that double as safe spaces during storms. You’ve earned stability — and the county should make sure you have it.
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No parent should have to choose between keeping a job and caring for their family. I’ll fight for affordable childcare, stronger family resource centers, and parks designed for kids to play safely while parents can breathe easy.
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Every child deserves a safe place to grow and dream. I’ll invest in after-school, arts, and esports programs, push for safer school crossings, and make sure mental health and family support services are available where they’re needed most.
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No one should be left outside with nowhere to turn. I’ll fight for more open access shelters across the county, shared housing options, and mobile outreach teams that connect people to services — treating homelessness with compassion and action.
Join the Movement
Real change starts with all of us — neighbors, families, and friends — coming together to build a fairer, stronger Orange County. Whether you want to volunteer, share your story, or just stay informed, your voice matters here.
Add your name, and let’s move our community forward — together.