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

West Pipkin Road Widening Project to Close Yates Road for 60 Days

Bartow, Fla. (June 7, 2024) — Polk County’s ongoing widening of West Pipkin will close Yates Road for 60 Days starting Monday morning June 10.…

Polk County Fire Rescue Places Two Ambulance Units in Service

Bartow, Fla. (June 4, 2024) – This week, Polk County Fire Rescue will deploy two additional advanced life support (ALS) ambulances to help with the…

Polk County Fire Rescue Invites the Public to the Grand Opening of Watkins Road Station

Haines City, Fla. (June 3, 2024) — Polk County Fire Rescue extends an open invitation to the grand opening of the new Watkins Road fire…

80 Foot Road Closing for Two Weeks at State Road 60 for New Turn Lane

Bartow, Fla. (May 31, 2024) — New turn lane construction will close 80 Foot Road at State Road 60 in Bartow for two weeks starting…

FDC Grove Road in Davenport Closing for 30 Days

Bartow, Fla. (May 30, 2024) — New residential subdivision construction to install stormwater drainage crossings and widen roadway will close FDC Grove Road from Holly…

History Center to Close for Maintenance

Bartow, Fla. (May 29, 2024) – The Polk County History Center will close for maintenance beginning on Friday, June 7. It is scheduled to reopen…

BoCC Agenda Review May 31

Bartow, Fla. (May 29, 2024) — The Board of County Commissioners will have its Agenda Review and Work Session on Friday, May 31, 2024, at…

Kathleen Road Closed for Five Months from North of Block Prine Road to Raulerson Road

Bartow, Fla. (May 28, 2024) — Kathleen Road in northwest Polk County was closed this morning from north of Block Prine Road to Raulerson Road…

Board Work Session: Budget Update Discussion Rescheduled for Later Date

Bartow, Fla. (May 28, 2024) — The Board Work Session: Budget Update Discussion scheduled for Monday, June 3, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. will be rescheduled…

Lithium-Ion Batteries: The Power and the Peril

Lithium-ion batteries power our lives, but improper disposal creates fire hazards we must avoid through responsible recycling. We are surrounded by lithium-ion batteries. The laptop…

Stay Connected with Polk County

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…

Preparing For Polk County’s Water Needs

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…

Ensuring Safe and Efficient Travel

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…

A Historical Resting Place

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…