local government
September 18, 2026
News, Polk County
Winter Haven Commissioners Vote 3-2 to Increase Their Own Pay
WINTER HAVEN, FL — Winter Haven city commissioners approved an increase in their compensation in a 3-2 vote during the…
September 17, 2026
News, Polk County
Winter Haven Commission Advances Property Tax Rate, $377 Million Budget Heads to Final Vote
WINTER HAVEN, FL — Winter Haven commissioners tentatively approved a 6.5900-mill property tax rate as part of the city’s proposed…
September 17, 2026
News, Polk County
Polk County Names Jim Tully as Next Utilities Division Director
BARTOW, FL — (Sept. 15, 2026) – County Manager Bill Beasley announced the appointment of Jim Tully to serve as…
August 21, 2026
News, Polk County
Polk County Names Jerry Rodriguez New Building Division Director
Bartow, Fla. (Aug. 18, 2026) – The Polk County Board of County Commissioners confirmed the appointment of Jerry Rodriguez as…