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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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FDOT District One Districtwide Road Watch Report #29 for week July 19-25, 2026
DESOTO COUNTY S.R. 70 from Peace River to Southeast Baker Street: Construction project: Crews will reconstruct approximately 3.4 miles of S.R. 70 within the City of Arcadia. The project includes the installation of new drainage facilities, relocation and addition of sanitary and water and utilities, upgrading traffic signals, reconstructing sidewalks, and installing street lighting in…
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PUBLIC MEETING NOTIFICATION-COLLECTIVE BARGAINING NEGOTIATIONS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the following virtual meeting on behalf of the Arcadia City Council: Collective bargaining negotiations with the Florida Police Benevolent Association, Inc. Purpose: labor contract negotiation session Wednesday, July 8, 2026 10:00 a.m. Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring…
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SOUTHWEST FLORIDA MODIFIED PHASE III WATER SHORTAGE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO OCTOBER 1, 2026
🚨💧 CITY OF ARCADIA WATERING UPDATE 💧🚨 Water Shortage Upgraded to Modified Phase III One Day Per Week Outdoor Watering Now Through October 1, 2026 Due to ongoing dry conditions and low water levels, Southwest Florida Water Management District has upgraded the region, including Arcadia, to a Modified Phase III Water Shortage. All residents —…
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ATTENTION: OPENING OF SEALED PROPOSALS FOR RFP 2026-02 CITY OF ARCADIA FINANCIAL AUDITING SERVICES
Opening of sealed proposals for RFP 2026-02 City of Arcadia Financial Auditing Services will be held in the City Council Chambers, Margaret Way Building, 23 N. Polk Avenue, Arcadia, FL 34266 on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. ET., or soon thereafter. Potential bidders and the general public are not required but invited to…
City of Arcadia Civil Rights Contacts
ADA/Accessibility Coordinator
Julie Stewart, Human Resources
Phone: 863-494-4114
Email: jstewart@arcadia-fl.gov
EOE/Equal Employment Opportunity Coordinator
Julie Stewart, Human Resources
Phone: 863-494-4114
Email: jstewart@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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