Polk County for Life, Work and Play You’re noticing more housing developments, cars on the road, and the notable change in the 15-minute commute to work that now takes 25 in Polk County, FL. Have you wondered how growth is permitted? Thought about what you would change? Growth can be good and bad; convenient and […]
Imagine this: It’s hurricane season and the storm clouds are rolling in. The wind is ramping up. Forecasters are calling for 80-mile per hour (or faster) gusts. So, the question is, is your house safe? Will it hold up to the wind? If you answered “yes,” do you know what’s making it safe? Who is […]
The Board of County Commissioners Then… The size and makeup of the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) has evolved since Polk County’s establishment in 1861. Did you know that the first ever BoCC only had four commissioners? William S. Harris, Isaac Waters, James Hamilton and Joseph Mizell were elected by residents in three voting districts: […]