Welcome!
The City of Arcadia is the county seat for DeSoto County. It is centrally located between Orlando, Ft. Myers; Sarasota and Lake Okeechobee at the crossroads of US 17 and State Route 70.
Arcadia is famous throughout Florida for its historic downtown antique district. Additionally, on the fourth Saturday of each month, vendors from surrounding locations take over our streets with even more wares and precious finds. Tucked between the many antique shops, you’ll have the chance to enjoy cafes, home cooking, a tea room, and a smoothie shop.
The Arcadia All-Florida Championship Rodeo is held in March, the Annual Watermelon Festival in May at the height of the harvesting season, and car shows, parades, and special events take place throughout the year.
Latest News
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PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE
Due to a Water Main Break there is a Precautionary Boil Water Notice in place for the Ridgewood Subdivision. The Utilities Department is working to restore water flow. When service […]
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PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE LIFTED
BOIL WATER NOTICE LIFTED: Please be advised the Precautionary Boil Water Notice due to a Water Main Break previously reported at 210 Providence Avenue, has now been LIFTED.
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City Council Workshop Regarding Historic Preservation Commission
There will be a City Council workshop on Monday, November 3, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the Margaret Way Building, City Council Chambers, 23 N. Polk Avenue, Arcadia, Florida 34266. […]
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PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE – WATER MAIN BREAK
Due to a Water Main Break which has been reported at 210 Providence Avenue, will be experiencing temporary water loss at some point today. The Utilities Department is working to […]
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ALL CITY OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED ON VETERANS DAY!
ALL CITY OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED IN OBSERVENCE OF VETERANS DAY Trash will not be picked up on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 due to closure. You will be permitted double […]
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RESCINDED: Water Outage / Precautionary Boil Water Notice
The Precautionary Boil Water Notice for East Myrtle from South Mills to S. Rogers Ave. as well as South Roberts from Magnolia to Baker Luther from Magnolia to Baker and […]
City of Arcadia Civil Rights Contacts
ADA/Accessibility Coordinator
Patty Coram, Human Resources
Phone: 863-494-4114
Email: pcoram@arcadia-fl.gov
EOE/Equal Employment Opportunity Coordinator
Patty Coram, Human Resources
Phone: 863-494-4114
Email: pcoram@arcadia-fl.gov
Fair Housing Coordinator/Housing Program Manager
Carl McQuay, Assistant City Administrator
Phone: 863-494-4114
Email: cmcquay@arcadia-fl.gov
The City of Arcadia website is undergoing modifications to provide enhanced access to documents for disabled individuals who are visually impaired and to comply with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to make reasonable accommodations. If you would like to obtain a document not currently provided on the website, please contact our City Clerk, Penny Delaney, at 863-494-4114 Ext. 301 or pdelaney@arcadia-fl.gov. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we implement these changes.
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