Contributed by City of Oviedo
The City of Oviedo’s Public Works Department proudly introduces the newly re-wrapped Stormwater vehicle, affectionately nicknamed the “Otter Box.” Designed to support stormwater education and outreach throughout the city, the Otter Box brings a fresh and engaging look to an important environmental program.
The vehicle features eye-catching graphics centered around an otter theme—connecting directly to the City’s ongoing Wildlife Whereabouts initiative, which encourages residents to document sightings of native wildlife, including otters that inhabit local waterways like Sweetwater Creek, Live Oak Reserve, and the Little Econ River.
“This vehicle used to be a familiar sight at city events as part of our stormwater education efforts,” said Stormwater and Floodplain Administrator Amanda Kortus. “The previous wrap had become worn, so we retired it temporarily. Now it’s back on the streets with a fun and fresh design, ready to help educate our community.”
The Otter Box will once again serve as a mobile educational display at events promoting awareness about how stormwater systems work and why protecting local waterways is so important. The otter was chosen because they have been seen in Sweetwater Creek, Live Oak and the Little Econ River, making them the perfect, adorable mascot for stormwater.
In addition, Public Works wants to promote the Wildlife Whereabouts programs, where residents and visitors can take pictures and report where they have seen local wildlife.
Keep an eye out for the Otter Box around town—and remember, protecting our stormwater system helps protect our local wildlife. The City would like to thank Just Wraps for their great workmanship wrapping the Otter Box.
