Many people view spells as something mystical or magical, often associating them with witchcraft or wizardry. Spells are thought to have the power to create desired outcomes or manipulate situations. However, it is important to understand that the genuine nature of spells lies not in their magical properties, but rather in their ability to focus one's intention and energy towards a specific goal. At its core, a spell is simply a ritual or set of actions performed with the intention of manifesting a desired outcome. It is a way of channeling one's energy and intention towards a specific goal, whether it be love, success, healing, or protection. The ingredients and rituals associated with spells are not necessarily magical in and of themselves, but rather serve as symbols or tools to help the practitioner connect with their desired outcome.
Magic Castle Inn tenants forced to leave with little notice
KISSIMMEE, Fla. – Dozens of tenants at a Kissimmee hotel say they’re being forced out on the streets with little notice. The colorful Magic Castle Inn & Suites is known for being featured in the movie, The Florida Project, which focuses on homeless families. In reality, the hotel is home to about 30 transient tenants.
What You Need To Know
- Tenants of a local hotel are being forcibly removed
- Legally, the hotel has to allow the tenants time before they can be legally removed
- For many, there aren't a lot of options
Breanna Major looks down from the third-floor balcony at the Magic Castle where she can see recently dropped off equipment like a bulldozer, shipping containers and industrial sized dumpsters. Major said the owners told her they have to leave the property as soon as possible.
“People have to figure out what they’re gonna do. You can’t just drop a bomb on them and not expect them to be upset,” Major said.
Major, her boyfriend and their two kids moved here from Arizona and are starting over. She takes care of the little ones and is also working on her degree. She will graduate next month. Her boyfriend works at Papa John’s, but she says it’s just hard to make ends meet.
“Like an apartment down here by ourselves is over two thousand dollars,” she added. “Who can afford that?”
Major’s family is one of the many who are looking for a new place to stay. Some of them are also employees at the Magic Castle and are not just losing their home but their jobs as well.
Community leaders and those who run support groups behind the scenes gathered to help move those in need.
“This is going to continue to happen which is why it is so important that we all work together to spread that message that Osceola county has to collaborate and work with others, which is what we’re doing behind us,” Osceola County Commissioner Peggy Choudhry said. “It is the only way to get things done when it comes to helping our residents who are stuck in a situation like this regardless of reason. We need to be there to help them.”
The owners of the hotel, who said they have allowed some people to stay at no cost in the past, have had the hotel for 17 years and are in the middle of selling the hotel because they want to retire. These current owners said new ownership wants the property to be empty.
Major said she’s just caught in between. “I would like to see some type of change. People being more compassionate,” Major explained. “Everyone has their own situation, but what about the people that have nobody to turn to.”
Spectrum News 13 spoke to an attorney who explained that while these folks may not have leases or contracts, they still have rights. They need to be given a written notice and, depending on how they pay, that will regulate the timeframe they are given to leave the property. According to Florida statute, when the tenancy is week to week, tenants need to be given at least seven days’ notice to vacate.
Osceola County told Spectrum News 13 that the Magic Castle Inn & Suites has come in for a pre-development meeting to convert the hotel to apartments in the past, but the Community Development Department has not received any applications for development since then.
Developer Inn Highway Kissimmee
The 3-star Developer Inn Highway Kissimmee is set at a 2.8 km distance from Old Town Shopping Mall and at a 4.5 km distance from Give Kids The World Village Resort. Wi-Fi is featured throughout the property and a cash machine and a lift are available on site.
The inn is located in the old part of Kissimmee, near parks. The nearby sports attractions are the miniature Congo River Golf (2 km), and Falcon's Fire Golf Course (4.2 km). The hotel is set near shops and a convenience shop, and Fun Spot America Kissimmee Amusement Park lies around 2.7 km away. A family vacation to Kissimmee will become more exciting if you visit the creative Mortem Manor Haunted Attraction lying at a 2.8 km distance from Developer Inn Highway. Peghorn bus station can be found a few moments from the accommodation.
The Developer Inn Highway Kissimmee welcomes guests to 106 rooms fitted with ironing facilities and air-conditioning as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A bathtub, together with such comforts as a hairdryer and free toiletries are also provided. Certain units offer views of the pool.
This Kissimmee hotel features a free continental breakfast. Mediterranean cuisine is served at King O Falafel that lies nearly a 5-minute walk away.
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What we know about the Magic Castle Inn
The Magic Castle Inn, which was featured in the Sean Baker 2017 movie “The Florida Project,” that highlighted the plight of quasi-homeless families living in hotels along U.S. Highway 192, is in the process of being sold.
Longtime owners Debbie Buxton and David Sarfati have sold to another group, who need the property empty to make improvements. So those who’ve lived there, some for years while they worked at the hotel, were told they needed to leave, in most cases, within 24-48 hours. That created a frenzied scene among old and new owners when they were all on site on Monday, with the new owners hauling industrial dumpsters on site. Some were later allowed to stay through the end of the week if needed.
Osceola County Commissioner Peggy Choudhry, whose district 1 includes the West 192 tourism corridor, said this week that groups like the Salvation Army and the Orlando Coalition for the Homeless had worked with the residents to find them new living space.
“Those who didn’t have a plan now have a plan and know what they’ll do next,” she said. “Some of them had to stay because they’ve worked with the hotel have arrangements.
“It was a case of different people getting told different things. The buyers came in with equipment, and everybody who didn’t know what was going on got upset. Things have calmed down (during the week).”
Choudhry said Osceola County’s Human Services staff will continue to be available to Magic Castle residents who still need to transition.
Buxton and her owners chose to sell before being able to embark on a plan to turn the hotel rooms into converted apartments. At a Osceola County Commission meeting in October 2021, when a county ordinance was put into place to set standards for such conversions, Buxton spoke, calling herself and the hotel the “reluctant landlords of hardworking tenants,” who use their hotel rooms as their more-than-short-term residences.
“These are people who need affordable housing but may be forced into homelessness,” she said.
The county standards establish a level of housing that the county called “not merely a dressed-up hotel room.” It would call for “standard multifamily residential living standards” that include full kitchens (sink, refrigerator, stove or oven) and their own electric and water meters. That ensures residents won’t lose utility service if the property manager fails to pay for services, which has happened in the past, forcing the county to evict reluctant residents who can’t afford a new place — but can’t stay in an existing one that lacks utility services.
But, there have been successful conversions on the 192 corridor. In 2013 the County partnered with The Transition House, who received state and federal grants, to retrofit the former Four Winds Motel and open Victory Village featuring unfurnished one, two and three-bedroom units. To move in, families were required to meet income and background qualifications.
The ingredients and rituals associated with spells are not necessarily magical in and of themselves, but rather serve as symbols or tools to help the practitioner connect with their desired outcome. In this sense, spells can be seen as a form of focused intention. By performing a ritual and repeating specific words or actions, the practitioner is able to concentrate their energy and thoughts on their desired goal.
This focused intention can be a powerful tool in manifesting one's desires and creating positive change in their life. For example, a love spell may involve burning candles, reciting certain words or affirmations, and visualizing oneself in a loving and fulfilling relationship. These actions and symbols serve to focus the practitioner's thoughts and intention on attracting love into their life. The candles and words themselves are not inherently magical, but rather serve as a focal point for the practitioner's energy and intention. It is important to note that spells should not be seen as a means to control or manipulate others. The genuine nature of spells lies in their ability to empower the practitioner and align their energy with their desired outcome. Spells should always be performed with positive intentions and with respect for the free will and well-being of others. In conclusion, spells are not inherently magical or mystical, but rather a means for individuals to focus their intention and energy towards a specific goal. The genuine nature of spells lies in their ability to empower individuals and help them manifest positive change in their lives. When performed with positive intentions and respect for others, spells can be a powerful tool for personal growth and transformation..
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