Community Announcements

Report A Concern

Report A Concern | Hallandale Beach, FL - Official Website Skip to Main Content EMERGENCY ALERT Traffic Alert - Lane Closure on Three Island Blvd. from 09/02/2026 through 10/31/2026 (Work on daytime hours, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm). Read On... Water Service Interruption & Precautionary Boil Water Notice on Oleander Dr., Hibiscus Dr., and Palm Dr. Read On... Home Page How Do I... Customer Service Report A Concern Report A Concern Government Websites by CivicPlus® Loading Loading Do Not Show Again Close Arrow Left Arrow Right [] Slideshow Left Arrow Slideshow Right Arrow

Probate, Guardianship & Trust

Probate, Guardianship &Trust | Martin County Clerk Skip to Main Content Office Closure Yom Kippur**Monday, September 21, 2026 Read On... Home Resources Fee Schedules Probate, Guardianship &Trust Probate, Guardianship &Trust ItemFee Amount For the opening of any estate of one document or more, but not to include the issuance of letters or orders of summary administration$231 Petitions to admit foreign wills, authenticated or exemplified copies or transcripts of record$231 Caveat or Notice of Trust$41 Disposition of personal property without administration$231 Estate Administration: Summary Administration - less than $1,000$235 Estate Administration: Summary Administration - $1,000 or more$345 Estate Administration: Formal, Ancillary, Curatorship, Conservatorship$400 V.A. Guardianship$235 Guardianship of Person Only$235 Guardianship of Person and Property$400 Guardianship of a Minor - Person Only$235 Guardianship of a Minor - Person and Property$400 Filing verified inventory: Value of Ward's Property exceeds $25,000 Audit Fee$85 Filing verified inventory: Combined Income more than $50,000No Charge Filing Annual Accounting: Estate Value: $25,000 or less$20 Filing Annual Accounting: Estate Value: $25,000.01 to $100,000$85 Filing Annual Accounting: Estate Value: $100,001 to $500,000$170 Filing Annual Accounting: Estate Value: More than $500,000$250 Petition for determination of incompetency$231 Trusts$400 Issuing each summons$10 Reopen Fee$50 From each attorney appearing Pro Hac Vice$100 Indexing Wills$1

Progressive Web Application Attack

Progressive Web Application Attack | Haines City, FL A new attack method of accessing people’s banking accounts has emerged overseas and could make its way to the US. This method is called PWA or Progressive Web Application. PWAs are disguised as legitimate banking apps but allows the attacker to steal usernames and passwords. Victims would be called with an alert that their banking app was out of date and requested input as to which banking app they used. Once selected, an SMS text message was sent to the victim instructing them to click the link to install the latest update, but the PWA was installed instead. There would be no browser warning of “installing unknown apps” displayed to the user since the SMS delivered a WebAPK download directly to the device. The best way to prevent these types of attacks is to only install apps from trusted sources, such as the Google Play Store or the iOS App Store. Never click or tap a link from someone you do not know or from a number you do not recognize.

Technology Management Department

The Technology Management Department (TMD) provides technology consultation, purchasing, administration, and support for all departments within the City. TMD is responsible for the project management, planning, maintenance, administration, and security of the City’s information and technology assets. Additionally, TMD delivers the vision, leadership, and skills enabling Haines City to benefit from technological innovation to improve service to the community and increase efficiencies. The personnel required to support this department are an Information Technology Director, Technology Analyst, and three (3) Systems and Network Administrator II positions. For inquiries regarding the Haines City website, please email the webmaster.

Board of Architects

Board of Architects Meetings 3:30 p.m. As needed Overview The Panama City Board of Architects was designed to review height adjustments requests for high density residential complexes. Board of Architects meetings are held on an as needed basis at 3:30 p.m. For information concerning Board of Architects agenda items, please contact the Planning and Zoning Division located in City Hall. The office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The phone number is 850-872-3025.

Cybersecurity Awareness

As our reliance on technology increases, cybersecurity is a concern that affects every individual and is all of our responsibility and not exclusively those in the IT field. As a comparison, think about being a driver on the public transportation network. Just as locking your car doors does not prevent its theft, no one technology can protect you from cybercrime. Fundamentally, we are each responsible for the proper, safe, and legal use of our vehicles (both work and personal) to prevent incidents. If everybody obeyed the rules, the transportation and computer networks would both be safer for all. However, both networks have users who are careless in the operation and maintenance of their equipment causing potential issues for the rest of us. Consequently, we have to deal with aggressive and selfish drivers on the roadways and hackers on the computers. Whether we want to or not, we must therefore always be alert and take precautions when we are driving as well as when using technology. This is the only way to prevent the bad actors from causing an incident. For if we don’t, their actions will at least make us late – whether it be to our destination on the road or City services because we have no access to our computer systems and data (it takes at least 1 day to restore a single server and we have dozens of servers). As a worst case, it could lead to a fatality in life, privacy, data, or your job. As cyber threats continue to evolve, it's vital for everyone to take proactive steps in safeguarding their personal information and digital assets. To assist you in staying secure online, we have compiled a list of cybersecurity tips covering various best practices. Cyber Security Resources Stay Safe Online: Tips from the National Cybersecurity Alliance CISA (cisa.gov) Cybersecurity Awareness Program The Smart Talk: A free tool that helps families set digital safety ground rules together. Send for your Free credit report:Equifax Experian TransUnion Florida Department of Law EnforcementSecure Florida Federal Bureau of Investigation

Malicious USB Cables

Malicious USB-C cables, which can intercept data, eavesdrop on communications, and even take control of devices, are becoming increasingly common. These cables, often indistinguishable from regular ones, are sold by both specialist spy retailers and unscrupulous sellers. Identifying these cables requires advanced scanning techniques, such as 2D and 3D scans, to reveal hidden components like Wi-Fi servers and keyloggers. The O.MG USB-C cable is a notorious example that hides an embedded Wi-Fi server and a keylogger. To protect yourself, it's crucial to buy cables from reputable brands, look for suspicious signs, use data blockers, and, if necessary, employ professional detection services.

Firefighter(s) Pension Board

Overview The Panama City Firefighter(s) Pension Fund Board is a 5-member board. The City Commission appoints 2 members to serve on the board. The Panama City Fire Department elects 2 board members. The board then appoints the 5th member, and members serve 2-year terms. The Firefighter(s) Pension Fund Board is responsible for the investment and reinvestment of the assets of the fund, for determining all claims for retirement benefits, and for exercising the sole and exclusive administration of and the proper operation of the plan. The board performs such actuarial and accounting functions as are required by law and fulfills all other such duties as may be required by law.

Federal, State, and District Level Offices

The Lee County Supervisor of Elections' jurisdiction in the candidate-qualifying process extends to only candidates for county and local independent special district offices. Federal, State, and District candidates must initiate and complete the candidate-qualifying process with the appropriate agency or agencies. Circuit Judge (20th Judicial Circuit) Florida House Representative Florida Senate Governor of Florida President of the United States Public Defender (20th Judicial Circuit) State Attorney (20th Judicial Circuit) United States Representative United States Senator Federal Candidates Federal candidates may obtain information, forms, and publications by visiting or contacting the Federal Election Commission. Additionally, federal candidates must also contact the Florida Division of Elections. Federal Election Commission 999 E Street, NW Washington, DC 20463 Phone: 800-424-9530 Email: [email protected] Federal Election Commission Website Federal Qualifying Handbook (PDF) (July 1, 2023) State and District Candidates State and District candidates may obtain information, forms, and publications by visiting or contacting: Florida Division of Elections R A Gray Building Number 31 6500 S Bronough Street Tallahassee, FL 32399 Phone: 850-245-6200 Email: [email protected] Florida Division of Elections Website State Qualifying Handbook (PDF) (January 2024) Under Florida law, s. 668.6076, F.S., e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by phone or in writing.

government

Municipal Candidate Packet and Forms

Municipal Candidate Packet and Forms | Lee County Elections, FL Skip to Main Content Active Registered Voters: Democrats: Republicans: Other: Total: Home Candidates Candidate Online Packets Municipal Candidates Municipal Candidate Packet and Forms The next Election for Village of Estero is March 2, 2027. Scroll down for online candidate packet contents available for download. Candidates may also obtain Forms and Publications by visiting the Florida Division of Elections website. Candidate Petition DeadlineNoon, December 14, 2026 Candidate Qualifying DatesNoon, January 11 through Noon, January 15, 2027Candidates may pre-qualify beginning on December 28, 2026. 2026 Candidate Campaign Reporting Calendar 2027 Village of Estero Candidate Fact Sheet Candidate Qualifying Forms Candidate File Cover Sheet (PDF) (Initial Filing - Required) Text Messaging Service Agreement (PDF) (Initial Filing - Required) DSDE 9 Appointment of Campaign Treasurer and Designation of Campaign Depository (PDF) (Initial Filing - Required) DSDE 84 Statement of Candidate (PDF) (Initial Filing - Required) Campaign Financial Reporting System Affidavit (PDF) (Initial Filing - Required)The Lee County Supervisor of Elections provides its own (CFR) Campaign Financial Reporting System for the filing of required campaign finance reports. The Lee County (CFR) Campaign Financial Reporting System facilitates the electronic filing of required campaign finance reports, replacing the need for original and signed reports to be filed by hand delivery or standard mail. Upon filing Form DS-DE 9, a candidate and his/her campaign treasurer and deputy treasurer (if one is appointed) will be provided a User Identification Number, password, and PIN access to the CFR System for the filing of required campaign treasurer's reports. DSDE 104 Candidate Petition Form (PDF) (Optional)A candidate may obtain the valid signatures of registered electors in the municipality. Submit signatures to the Lee County Supervisor of Elections for validation. Upon certification by the Supervisor of Elections that the candidate has obtained the required number of valid signatures. Signatures must be submitted before the deadline. District 3 - 35 signatures of registered electors residing in District 3 District 4 - 36 signatures of registered electors residing in District 4 District 5 - 43 signatures of registered electors residing in District 5 District 7 - 43 signatures of registered electors residing in District 7 Form 1 Statement of Financial Interests, Candidate Oath, Canvassing Board Meeting Schedule, and Filing Fee Form 1 Statement of Financial Interests for 2026 (Required - submit at time of qualifying)Form 1 must be filed electronically with the Florida Commission on Ethics via the Electronic Financial Disclosure Management System (EFDMS).A copy of the electronically filed Form 1 must be provided with your final qualifying documents. DSDE 302NP-E Candidate Oath - Non-Partisan Office (PDF) (Required - submit at time of qualifying)The candidate must file the correct Candidate Oath for the office sought. This form may only be submitted during the qualifying period. Canvassing Board Meeting and Logic and Accuracy Testing Schedules (Required - submit at time of qualifying) Filing Fee (Required - submit at time of qualifying)Make the check payable to the Lee County Elections Office by a check drawn on the candidate's campaign account for the exact amount. No cashier's checks or money orders will be accepted. Under Florida law, s. 668.6076, F.S., e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by phone or in writing. Government Websites by CivicPlus® Loading Loading Do Not Show Again Close Arrow Left Arrow Right [] Slideshow Left Arrow Slideshow Right Arrow

Candidate Resources

Attention: Chapter 2026-26, Laws of Florida, has been enacted as of April 1, 2026. The new law includes new requirements for candidate qualifying. These requirements are effective upon becoming law. Emergency Rule 1SER26-2 has been adopted, and the incorporated qualifying forms are now available on the Candidate Online Packets pages on the Lee Elections' website. These forms are the most current version that must be used to qualify. The deadline for candidates to change their party affiliation to run as a party nominee or without party affiliation, as applicable, was June 8, 2025. Directive 2026-02 (Name Change) Petition Deadlines Petition Deadlines Judicial Petition Deadline: NOON, March 23, 2026 All Other Candidates Petition Deadline: NOON, May 11, 2026 Contact the Qualifying Department at 239-533-8683 to schedule an appointment for submitting petitions. Qualifying Dates Qualifying Dates Judicial Qualifying Dates: Noon, April 20 through Noon, April 24, 2026 Candidates may pre-qualify beginning on April 6, 2026. All Other Candidates Qualifying Dates: Noon, June 8 through Noon, June 12, 2026 Candidates may pre-qualify beginning on May 25, 2026. (Our office will be closed on May 25 for the Memorial Day holiday.) To submit completed documents, visit the Main Office at 2480 Thompson Street Fort Myers 33901 Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Call the Qualifying Department at 239-533-8683 to schedule an appointment. Qualifying items shall be deemed filed with the qualifying department upon the date of actual receipt by the qualifying department. To be deemed timely filed with the qualifying department, qualifying items must be physically present at the department's location by the close of the qualifying period. The U.S. Postal Service's designated hours for mail pick-up do not correspond to the qualifying deadline, nor do they deliver directly to the qualifying department. To ensure that the items are timely received, it is advisable for candidates or someone on their behalf to hand-deliver directly to the qualifying department or use a delivery service that timely delivers directly to the qualifying department. Qualifying Office Qualifying Office Below is the name, location, and address of the Lee County Elections qualifying office for Lee County candidates: Lee County Supervisor of Elections Melvin Morgan Constitutional Complex 2480 Thompson Street, 3rd Floor Fort Myers, FL 33901 Email: [email protected] Lee County Candidate Resources and Publications Lee County Candidate Resources and Publications Publication dates reflect the current version of the publication and will be updated as revised versions become available. Candidate and Campaign Treasurer's Handbook (PDF) (July 2026) Candidate and Campaign Treasurer's Reporting Calendar (PDF) (2026) Candidate Petition Handbook (PDF) (May 2026) Florida Statutes Chapter 104 (PDF) (2025 Election Code Violations) Florida Statutes Chapter 105 (PDF) (2025 Non-partisan Elections) Florida Statutes Chapter 106 (PDF) (2025 Campaign Finance) Filing Fees and Salaries (PDF) Campaign Fundraiser Prohibitions on Lotteries and Games of Chance (PDF) Campaign Signage and Code Enforcement (PDF) Dates to Remember (PDF) (2026) Election Laws of Florida (PDF) (September 2025) Florida Department of Transportation (PDF) Foreign Nationals Brochure (PDF) Voter Data Requests and Data Price List (PDF) Residency Requirements for Candidates (PDF) Resign to Run Law (PDF) Sunshine State One Call Florida (Official Website of "Call Before You Dig!") Important Notice About Digging for Campaign Signage. Florida Law requires that you call 811 before you do any digging, and includes digging for campaign sign placement. Striking a buried utility line, such as cable, communication, electric, gas, irrigation, etc., could cause a service outage, personal injury, or property damage. Failure to comply with Florida Law could result in a significant fine of $500 up to $50,000 plus repair costs. Please be aware that a fine incurred, as a result of failure to comply, must be paid from the personal funds of the individual fined, and is not considered a campaign expense. Under Florida law, s. 668.6076, F.S., e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by phone or in writing.

Special District Candidate Packet and Forms

Lee County Special District Candidate Packet and Forms The next Election Cycle for Special District Offices is 2026. Scroll down for online candidate packet contents available for download. Candidates may also obtain Forms and Publications by visiting the Florida Division of Elections website. 2026 Special District offices include: Captiva Erosion Prevention District, Community Development Districts, Fort Myers Beach Public Library District, Fort Myers Beach Mosquito Control District, Independent Fire Control and Prevention Districts, Lee County Mosquito Control District, and the Sanibel Public Library District. Candidate Petition Deadline Noon, May 11, 2026 Candidate Qualifying Dates Noon, June 8 through Noon, June 12, 2026 Candidates may pre-qualify beginning on May 25, 2026. (Our office will be closed May 25 for the Memorial Day holiday.) Candidate Qualifying Forms Lee County Special District Candidate Fact Sheet (PDF) Candidate File Cover Sheet (PDF) (Initial Filing - Required) Affidavit of Intent - Special District Candidate (PDF) (Initial Filing - Required if not submitting DSDE 9) Text Messaging Service Agreement (PDF) (Optional, but Recommended) DSDE 9 Appointment of Campaign Treasurer and Designation of Campaign Depository (PDF) (Initial Filing - Required only if the candidate will actively campaign) Any special district candidate who intends to accept contributions or make expenditures in connection with his/her campaign must appoint a campaign treasurer, designate a campaign depository, and file periodic campaign treasurer's reports with the Lee County Supervisor of Elections. Contributions and expenditures include any made by the candidate in connection with his/her campaign. DSDE 84 Statement of Candidate (PDF) (Initial Filing - Required) Campaign Financial Reporting System Affidavit (PDF) (Initial Filing - Required) The Lee County Supervisor of Elections provides its own (CFR) Campaign Financial Reporting System for the filing of required campaign finance reports. The Lee County (CFR) Campaign Financial Reporting System facilitates the electronic filing of required campaign finance reports, replacing the need for original and signed reports to be filed by hand delivery or standard mail. Upon filing Form DS-DE 9, a candidate and his/her campaign treasurer and deputy treasurer (if one is appointed) will be provided a User Identification Number, password, and PIN access to the CFR System for the filing of required campaign treasurer's reports. DSDE 104 Candidate Petition Form (PDF) (Optional) A candidate for Special District may obtain the valid signatures of 25 registered electors within the district. Submit signatures to the Lee County Supervisor of Elections for validation. Upon certification by the Supervisor of Elections that the candidate has obtained the required number of valid signatures, the signatures shall serve as the filing fee. Form 1 Statement of Financial Interests, Candidate Oath, Canvassing Board Meeting Schedule and Filing Fee (If Any) Form 1 Statement of Financial Interest for 2025 (Required - submit at the time of qualifying) Form 1 must be filed electronically with the Florida Commission on Ethics via the Electronic Financial Disclosure Management System (EFDMS).A copy of the electronically filed Form 1 must be provided with your final qualifying documents. DSDE 302NP-E Corr Candidate Oath (PDF) - Non-Partisan Office (Required - submit at the time of qualifying) A special district candidate must file the correct Candidate Oath for the office they are seeking. This form may only be submitted during the qualifying period. Canvassing Board Meeting and Logic and Accuracy Testing Schedules (Required - submit at the time of qualifying) Filing Fee (PDF) (Required - submit at the time of qualifying) $25 filing fee. A special district candidate may pay the filing fee with a personal check, cash, money order, or campaign check (if a campaign account has been established at a financial institution). If paying by personal check, money order, or campaign check, make the check payable to the Lee County Elections Office for the exact amount. A candidate who obtains the required number of valid candidate petition signatures for the office sought will not be required to pay a filing fee.

Candidate Online Packets

Candidate Online Packets Local Lee County Candidates Qualifying for Office with the Lee County Supervisor of Elections Qualifying for elected public office means that a candidate must meet the required standard set by law - it also means that: A candidate must file the preliminary forms required by Florida law. To have their name placed on the ballot, a candidate must either submit the required number of valid electors' signatures by the deadline set by law or pay the filing fee for the office sought. A candidate must finalize and file the remaining forms for the candidate-qualifying process and pay the filing fee (if any, unless candidate signatures have been submitted) prior to the end of the qualifying period set by Florida law. The Lee County Supervisor of Elections offers a variety of local candidate online packets. Prospective Lee County candidates interested in qualifying for an elected public office can download, print, and complete the necessary forms to qualify for local office. Each candidate online packet features qualifying instructions specific to the office sought in Lee County. In addition to the information provided here, candidates for local office can contact our office for further assistance. Select a candidate packet: County Commission and Supervisor of Elections County Court Judge School Board Special District Municipal Candidates To submit completed documents, visit the Main Office at: 2480 Thompson StreetFort Myers, FL 33901 Hours:Monday through Friday8:30 am to 5:00 pm Qualifying items shall be deemed filed with the qualifying department upon the date of actual receipt by the qualifying department. To be deemed timely filed with the qualifying department, qualifying items must be physically present at the department's location by the close of the qualifying period. The U.S. Postal Service's designated hours for mail pick-up do not correspond to the qualifying deadline, nor do they deliver directly to the qualifying department. To ensure timely receipt of the items, it is advisable for candidates or someone on their behalf to hand-deliver them directly to the qualifying department or use a delivery service that ensures timely delivery. Qualifying Office Below is the name, location, and address of the Lee County Elections qualifying office for Lee County candidates: Lee County Supervisor of ElectionsMelvin Morgan Constitutional Complex2480 Thompson Street, 3rd FloorFort Myers, FL 33901 email: [email protected] Federal, State, District, and Multi-County Special District Candidates Qualifying for Office with the Federal Election Commission and/or the Florida Division of Elections Candidates for federal, state, district, and multi-county special district offices must initiate and finalize the candidate-qualifying process with the proper agency or agencies. As a courtesy, the Lee County Supervisor of Elections provides information that will help candidates for these offices contact the proper agency to obtain complete candidate-qualifying guidelines. In addition to the information provided below, candidates for these offices can also visit the Florida Division of Elections website.

government

Lee County Commissioner and Supervisor of Elections Candidate Packet and Forms

Lee County Commissioner and Supervisor of Elections Candidate Packet and Forms The next Election Cycle for Lee County Commissioner and Supervisor of Elections Candidates is 2026. Scroll down for online candidate packet contents available for download. Candidates may also obtain Forms and Publications by visiting the Florida Division of Elections website. Candidate Petition Deadline Noon, May 11, 2026 Candidate Qualifying Dates Noon, June 8 through Noon, June 12, 2026 Candidates may pre-qualify beginning on May 25, 2026. (Our office will be closed May 25 for the Memorial Day holiday.) Candidate Qualifying Forms County Commissioner and Supervisor of Elections Fact Sheet (PDF) Candidate File Cover Sheet (PDF) (Initial Filing - Required) Text Messaging Service Agreement (PDF) (Optional, but Recommended) DSDE 9 Appointment of Campaign Treasurer and Designation of Campaign Depository (PDF) (Initial Filing - Required) DSDE 84 Statement of Candidate (PDF) (Initial Filing - Required) Campaign Financial Reporting System Affidavit (PDF) (Initial Filing - Required) The Lee County Supervisor of Elections provides its own (CFR) Campaign Financial Reporting System for the filing of required campaign finance reports. The Lee County (CFR) Campaign Financial Reporting System facilitates the electronic filing of required campaign finance reports, replacing the need for original and signed reports to be filed by hand delivery or standard mail. Upon filing Form DS-DE 9, a candidate and his/her campaign treasurer and deputy treasurer (if one is appointed) will be provided a User Identification Number, password, and PIN access to the CFR System for the filing of required campaign treasurer's reports. DSDE 104 Candidate Petition Form (PDF) (Optional) A candidate for Lee County Commissioner or Constitutional Officer may obtain the valid signatures of 4,906 registered electors in Lee County. Submit signatures to the Lee County Supervisor of Elections for validation. Upon certification by the Supervisor of Elections that the candidate has obtained the required number of valid signatures, the signatures shall take the place of the filing fee. Form 6 Full and Public Statement of Financial Interests, Candidate Oath, Canvassing Board Meeting Schedule, and Filing Fee Form 6 Full and Public Statement of Financial Interest for 2025 (Required - submit at the time of qualifying) Form 6 must be filed electronically with the Florida Commission on Ethics via the Electronic Financial Disclosure Management System (EFDMS). A copy of the electronically filed Form 6 must be provided with your final qualifying documents. The appropriate Candidate Oath must be notarized and properly executed. (Required - submit at the time of qualifying) DSDE 301A-E (PDF) State and Local Partisan Office Candidate Oath with Party Affiliation DSDE 301B-E (PDF) State and Local Partisan Office Candidate Oath No Party Affiliation DSDE 301C-E (PDF) State and Local Partisan Office Candidate Oath Write-In Candidate Canvassing Board Meeting and Logic and Accuracy Testing Schedules (Required - submit at the time of qualifying) Filing Fee (PDF) (Required - submit at the time of qualifying) Make the check payable to the Lee County Elections Office by a check drawn on the candidate's campaign account for the exact amount. No cashier's checks or money orders will be accepted. A candidate who obtains the required number of valid candidate petition signatures for the office sought will not be required to pay a filing fee. Under Florida law, s. 668.6076, F.S., e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by phone or in writing.

Police Department Information

Staffing The Winter Haven Police Department consists of 95 sworn officers and 29 civilians. Accreditation Our Department is accredited by The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement (CALEA) and has been state-accredited by the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA) since 2002. Programs The Winter Haven Police Department is dedicated to the community through programs such as D.A.R.E., Public Safety Cadets, Neighborhood Watch, and numerous Crime Prevention functions. We have launched an Autism and Dementia Decal Awareness Program for our citizens. Citizens can register for and request decals for their home and vehicle to alert first responders that there could be an occupant with special cognitive needs. This can greatly enhance the approach by first responders ensuring our citizens receive the best care possible. For more information and to register, please email [email protected] The Wallet Card Project is a personalized card letting first responders know important information about the citizen and what kind of reactions they may display. This vital information is critical when some may exhibit traits that could be misunderstood. Winter Haven Police officers have been trained to ensure the success for our citizens. To check out this program, visit The Wallet Card Project online.

Community Services

The men and women of the Winter Haven Police Department take this community to heart. All of the programs that the members are involved in are designed to enhance the quality of life for the residents of Winter Haven. Many of the programs are geared towards education for citizens of all ages. Programs and services are free and we encourage citizens to inquire and become involved. HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS Being prepared BEFORE a significant event occurs is paramount to Public Safety. Whether you live in a single-family dwelling or a multi-unit structure, everyone can take steps to prepare for a storm and ensure the safety of their family and the community is front and center. We have preparedness brochures in English and Spanish that can be downloaded and used for your Hurricane Plan. ENGLISH SPANISH Senior Adult Check-In Program"RU OK" The goal of the department’s “RUOK?” program is to regularly connect with the most vulnerable populations to make sure they are doing well, are safe and help identify any needs they may have. There is no charge for the program, and it's available to any senior citizen over 65 years old or any disabled individual living alone.You can download the registration form and drop it off or mail it to the department. Public Safety Strategic Plan 2023 - 2027 The Public Safety Department Strategic Plan is a living, breathing document that guides our efforts as we commit to ensure the safety of our community while enhancing the leadership and management of the Department. This document is a living, breathing document that was developed by our members and members of our community. Coming together to highlight and identify unique opportunities and challenges we must navigate as we continue serving our great community. Scroll through the four goals and you'll see where we sit with updates. Each quarter, additional updates are made. If you have any questions about anything you read or want additional information, don't hesitate to contact us. You can email us or call. Email: [email protected] or call 863-291-6178.

Housing Authority Board

Overview The Panama City Housing Authority (PHA) was organized pursuant to Chapter 421 of the Florida Statutes on May 23, 1950 for the purpose of providing low-income housing for the residents of the City of Panama City. The City Commission appoints a board of commissioners who in turn hire an Executive Director. The Executive Director is responsible for all activities within the scope of the PHA and is accountable to the PHA Board of Commissioners for those activities. Members of the 5-member board serve 4-year terms. The board meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 12:00 Noon at 1450 Palo Alto Avenue, Panama City, FL 32405. For information concerning the Panama City Housing Authority, please visit the Panama City Housing Authority website, call the Housing Authority at 850-769-2358 or visit their office at 2315 Ruth Hentz Avenue, Panama City, FL 32405.

Downtown Improvement Board

The Mayor appoints members of this 7 member board with the concurrence of the City Commission. Members serve 3 year terms. To qualify for appointment to the Downtown Improvement Board and remain qualified to serve on this board a prospective member or member already appointed shall be: A director, officer, or managing agent of an owner or a lessee thereof so required to pay taxes thereon A lessee thereof required by the lease to pay taxes thereon A resident of the downtown area An owner of realty within the downtown area Subject to ad valorem taxation However, no 2 members shall be affiliates of the same corporation, partnership or the same corporation, partnership or other business entity, nor shall any member be serving as a city officer or employee. This board is an agency of the city and works diligently towards the revitalization and growth of downtown Panama City. The Downtown Improvement Board encourages and develops private / public partnerships, develops incentives for business recruitment, promotes new businesses and contacts other communities to network ideas and suggestions. The Downtown Improvement Board has a website and newsletter offering services and event information listings. For information concerning the Downtown Improvement Board, visit our links page, visit the Downtown Improvement Board Facebook page or call the Downtown Improvement Board at 850-785-2554.

Cemetery Board

Cemetery Board Meetings As needed Overview The Commission appointed members to this board on September 28, 1999. This board is to meet annually or as needed to address any concerns or suggestions for the 2 city cemeteries. The director of the City's Parks, Culture and Recreation Department acts as the City contact for the board.