With Mayor Jerry Demings stepping down due to health concerns, Orange County is entering a turning point. by Kevin Seraaj, J.D., M.Div., OrlandoAdvocate.comOrange County Mayor Jerry Demings (file photo)For years, Demings has been the steady hand guiding the county through the complexities of the Tourist Development Tax (TDT). Orange County needs a leader with foresight — someone willing to rethink old assumptions and push for changes that match the realities of a fast‑growing region. Most of all, Orange County needs a leader who understands that tourism is only one part of the story. Now Orange County needs someone ready to build what comes next.