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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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CITY OFFICES CLOSED ON COLUMBUS DAY- NO TRASH PICK UP
ALL CITY OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED ON COLUMBUS DAY Monday, October 12, 2026 Trash will not be picked up on Monday, the 12th, due to our closure. You will be permitted double trash bags or containers on your first scheduled pickup day following the holiday.
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MECHANIC, PART TIME – GOLF COURSE
This position is housed at the City Golf Course and reports directly to the Golf Course Operations Manager. Employees in this position ensure the reliability of turf maintenance machinery by diagnosing, repairing and maintaining mowers, tractors and utility vehicles. Key duties include sharpening reels and/or blades, replacing blades, adjusting cutting heights, general servicing of gas/diesel…
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City of Arcadia Public Meeting: September 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The City of Arcadia is applying for a grant for construction of the Triangle Park on Whidden Street and Polk Ave. If awarded, plans will be for the park to include construction of a playground, picnic area, and a walking trail. A public meeting is planned to gain input as part of the planning process.…
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US 17 Lane Closures at Hickory St (SR 70 WB) 9/18/26 – 9/20/26
🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT – US 17 LANE CLOSURES 🚧 On behalf of Watson Civil Construction, we would like to make residents and motorists aware of upcoming lane closures on US 17 (Brevard Ave. northbound and DeSoto Ave. southbound) at the intersection of SR 70 WB (Hickory St.). 📅 Beginning: Friday, September 18 at 6:00 PM…
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Boil Water Notice Rescinded- Hickory & Manatee
The Precautionary Boil Water Notice for the following area has been rescinded. This means you no longer need to boil your drinking water. For the area of W Hickory from N Lee to N Manatee Ave, and W Oak St from N Lee to N Manatee Ave.
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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