City of Arcadia

City of Arcadia, Florida

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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

News
  • Boil Water Notice
    By Beth Carsten
    In Press Releases
    September 5, 2024
    There is a Boil Water notice in affect until further notice for the area between S Desoto Ave to E Pine St to S Hernando to E Oak St.  Water service has been restored to …
  • BOIL WATER NOTICE
    By Beth Carsten
    In Press Releases
    September 4, 2024
    There has been watermain break.  The water in the affected area is currently turned off.   Once service has been restored, a boil water notice will be in effect for this …
  • GrafficCITY OFFICES WILL BE  CLOSED MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 in observance of LABOR DAY
    By Beth Carsten
    In Press Releases
    August 30, 2024
    CITY OFFICES WILL BE  CLOSED MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 in observance of LABOR DAY  Trash will not be picked up due to our closure. You are permitted double trash bags or …
  • Public Notice LogoINVITATION FOR BID
    By Penny Delaney
    In Press Releases
    July 8, 2024
    NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Arcadia will accept sealed bids for IFB 2024-07 ARCADIA CITY HALL REPAIR, RESTORATION AND RENOVATIONS from pre-qualified General …
  • Public Notice LogoINVITATION FOR BID
    By Penny Delaney
    In Press Releases
    June 21, 2024
    NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Arcadia will accept sealed bids for IFB 2024-06 ARCADIA MUNICIPAL AIRPORT SECURITY IMPROVEMENTS as described within the context …
  • Public Notice LogoINVITATION FOR BID
    By Penny Delaney
    In Press Releases
    June 6, 2024
    NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Arcadia will accept sealed bids for IFB 2024-05 ARCADIA MUNICIPAL AIRPORT TERMINAL APRON REHABILITATION AND EXPANSION as …
  • Public Notice LogoPUBLIC NOTICE TO CITY OF ARCADIA WATER CUSTOMERS
    By Beth Carsten
    In Press Releases
    October 17, 2023
    PUBLIC NOTICE TO CITY OF ARCADIA WATER CUSTOMERS On Monday, October 30, 2023, the City of Arcadia Water Treatment Plant will switch from Chloramines to Free Chlorine …
  • STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION NOTICE OF DRAFT PERMIT
    By Beth Carsten
    In Press Releases
    August 28, 2023
    STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION NOTICE OF DRAFT PERMIT The Department of Environmental Protection gives notice of its preparation of a draft …

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
Beth Carsten, Assistant City Administrator
Phone: 863-494-4114
Email: ecarsten@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.