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

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…

Deen Still Road Bridge West of Moore Road Now Open

Bartow, Fla. (April 29, 2024) — Closed since April 16 for deck repairs to correct concrete surface damage, the Deen Still Road Bridge west of…

H.L. Smith Road Closing for 10 Weeks

Bartow, Fla. (April 29, 2024) — Starting Wednesday, May 1, installation of a water main for a new subdivision and related road reconstruction will close…

West Pipkin Road Widening Project to Close Lunn Road for 45 Days

Bartow, Fla. (April 26, 2024) — Polk County’s ongoing widening of West Pipkin will close Lunn Road for 45 days starting Tuesday morning April 30.…

Polk County Seeks Youth Baseball League in Dundee

BARTOW, Fla. (April 26, 2024) – Polk County’s Parks and Recreation Division is looking for a recreational youth baseball league to provide services in the…

Polk County Fire Rescue Will Participate in Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters

Bartow, Fla. (April 26, 2024) — Polk County Fire Rescue joins fire departments, organizations and individuals in participating in Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters…

Emergency Water Main Repairs Closing Park Byrd Road for Up to Two Days

Bartow, Fla. (April 24, 2024) — Emergency repairs to a failing 12-inch water main will close Park Byrd Road just north of the intersection at…

Daylong Road Closure of Hamilton Road in South Lakeland on Monday

Bartow, Fla. (April 19, 2024) — Hamilton Road in Lakeland will close for the day on Monday, April 22 from the intersection at Drane Field…

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…