A multimillion-dollar transfer agreement has been reached for one of Central Florida’s most historic properties in Eatonville.

Following several years of legal disputes regarding potential private development on the historic Hungerford property, an agreement has been reached to transfer ownership from Orange County Public Schools to Dr. Phillips Charities.

Dr. Phillips Charities plans to pay $1 million of the negotiated amount upfront to the Orange County School Board.

The OCPS School Board is expected to vote on Sept. 30.

If the vote passes, the land will be transferred to Dr. Phillips Charities, which will collaborate with the Town of Eatonville to develop the site for the community's benefit.

The plan includes the creation of green spaces, an early learning center and a community h

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