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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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Aviso Final y Explicación Pública de una Actividad Propuesta en una Llanura Aluvial Designada por el Estándar Federal de Gestión del Riesgo de Inundación (FFRMS)
Para: Todas las agencias interesadas [Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano, Florida Commerce, Servicio de Pesca y Vida Silvestre de los EE. UU., Comisión de Conservación de Pesca y Vida Silvestre de Florida, […]
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Final Notice and Public Explanation of a Proposed Activity in a Federal Flood Risk Management Standard Designated Floodplain
To: All interested Agencies [Housing and Urban Development, Florida Commerce, US Fish and Wildlife, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, City of Arcadia, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Southwest Florida […]
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La ciudad de Arcadia mejorará la planta de tratamiento de aguas residuales William Tyson con tecnología avanzada MBR
La ciudad de Arcadia, con financiación posible gracias a una subvención suplementaria para los huracanes Fiona e Ian (SAHFI) del Fondo Rotatorio Estatal de Agua Limpia (por un importe de […]
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City of Arcadia to Upgrade the William Tyson Wastewater Treatment Plant with Advanced MBR Technology
The City of Arcadia, with funding made possible through a Supplemental Appropriation for Hurricanes Fiona and Ian (SAHFI) Clean Water State Revolving Fund grant (in the amount of $19,823,318), is […]
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Water Restrictions Reminder
🚨💧 WATERING REMINDER – CITY OF ARCADIA 💧🚨 To help conserve water during current dry conditions, One-Day-Per-Week Outdoor Watering is in effect through July 1, 2026 for all residents — […]
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🚧 Paving Notice for Wednesday March 11, 2026
New paving work will begin Wednesday March 11, 2026, starting with Pine Street. This work will also include Volusia Ave. from Palmetto to Magnolia. Please expect construction activity and possible […]
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SEVERE WATER SHORTAGE DECLARED FOR THE REGION INCLUDING DESOTO COUNTY
Severe Water Shortage All residents under one-day-per-week watering restrictions The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) Governing Board recently voted to declare a Modified Phase II “Severe” Water Shortage […]
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.
Florida has a very broad public records law. Most written communications, to or from local officials regarding city business, are public records available to the public and media upon request. Your email communications may be subject to public disclosure.