In observance of Memorial Day, Polk County Government offices will be closed Monday, May 27, and will reopen Tuesday.
WELCOME TO POLK COUNTY
WELCOME TO POLK COUNTY
Polk County is in a unique and enviable position – literally – that no other county in Florida can claim. Polk is the fastest growing county in the state. Why? We’re the connecting force between people, places and potential…the crossroads of opportunity.
Located between the Orlando and Tampa metro regions along the I-4 corridor, Polk is a blend of rapidly urbanizing growing communities in the northern section. Yet south of State Road 60, which crosses through the midsection of the county, you will find miles of rural ranch and scrub land, left unscathed by development.
In Polk, you will find the ideal combination of access, affordability and untapped opportunity for visitors, residents and prospective businesses. Visit Polk County, Florida. It is truly a great place to visit and live.
NEWS
Longtime County Employee to Lead Fleet Management Division
Bartow, Fla. (May 21, 2024) – Michael Chase, who has served Polk County as the Fleet Operations Manager for the past 12 years, has been…
BARTOW, Fla. (May 14, 2024) – The Polk County Utilities Division took first place at the 2024 Florida Water Environment Association’s (FWEA) Operations Challenge, also…
30 Day Closure of East Lake Parker Drive from U.S. 92 to Lakeview Street
Bartow, Fla. (May 2, 2024) — Starting tomorrow, May 3, installation of underground utilities for a new subdivision will close East Lake Parker Drive for…
Text Amendment Case Removed from Planning and County Commission Agendas
Bartow, Fla. (April 29, 2024) — The Office of Planning and Development’s county-initiated case number LDCT-2024-6 (Vehicle Repair Text Amendment) will be pulled from the…
Staying connected to your government is essential. That’s why Polk County has several ways for you to connect. Newsletters Get the latest county news delivered…
April is Water Conservation Month, which makes it a good time to talk about Polk County’s water forecast and the Polk Regional Water Cooperative (PRWC).…
The Work Behind the Scenes to Protect Polk County’s Natural Assets
Members of Polk County’s Technical Assessment Group (TAG) recently spent about 12 hours trekking through thousands of acres of land in Lake Wales, Fort Meade…
The Importance of Parenting Classes: Nurturing Stronger Families
Becoming a parent is a remarkable journey—one filled with joy, challenges and countless moments of growth. As parents, we strive to provide the best possible…
Polk Transportation Planning Organization The Polk Transportation Planning Organization (TPO), established in 1977, is the lead transportation planning agency for Polk County. It works with…
Shady Oaks Gardens Cemetery was recently designated as a Polk County Heritage Site, which aids the county in efforts to preserve and promote the cemetery’s…
The Polk HealthCare Plan and the Florida Department of Health partner to provide free health screenings to members of the community and to provide Polk…
