This five-member governing body of Polk County, all elected officials, addresses the concerns of residents to keep Polk County running smoothly. Other functions, including the Supervisor of Elections, Property Appraiser, Tax Collector, Clerk of Courts and Sheriff are filled by elected Constitutional Officers.

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?

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Residents and visitors alike are drawn to the unique character of the county’s numerous heritage sites and cultural venues, stunning natural landscapes, environmental lands and many outdoor activities, making Polk the crossroads of central Florida. Visit Polk County Florida.

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Dec 6, 2024 · After 52 days of debris collection following Milton, Polk County’s contracted hauler, AshBritt, Inc. has picked up 544,918 cubic yards of debris. Haulers are continuing to make progress in removing the debris.

The Board of County Commissioners is the governing body of Polk County, as established by the Florida Constitution, and serves as the legislative branch of county government, as defined in the county charter.

Polk County Utilities provides safe drinking water, wastewater collection and treatment systems to nearly 68,000 accounts in unincorporated communities throughout the county. In some service areas, this division also provides reclaimed water.

The county’s Solid Waste Ordinance governing residential waste collection was enacted in 1989. Fees for once-a-week trash collection are billed through annual assessments. Polk County contracts with GFL and FCC Environmental for residential curbside collection.

Nov 19, 2024 · Braswell and Troutman were sworn in by Stacy M. Butterfield, CPA, Polk County’s Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller. Scott was sworn in by Daniel F. Pilka, Esq. Braswell, who represents District 3, was reelected to his third term on Nov. 5 after facing no opposition.