Jul 12, 2021, 11:45 by User Not Found

Escambia County is proud to announce District 2 Commissioner Doug Underhill was presented the Presidential Advocacy Award by The Florida Association of Counties (FAC) for his work during the 2021 Legislative Session at the recent FAC Annual Conference in Orange County, Florida.

Jul 12, 2021, 09:14 by User Not Found

The Florida Association of Counties (FAC) presented Escambia County Chairman and District 4 Commissioner Robert Bender with the Presidential Advocacy Award for his work during the 2021 Legislative Session at its recent Annual Conference in Orange County, Fla.

Jul 9, 2021, 16:06 by User Not Found

BCC Weekly Meeting Schedule July 12 - July 17, 2021

Jul 9, 2021, 12:23 by User Not Found

Escambia County collected and disposed of approximately 39 tons (78,000 pounds) of debris during the District 3 Ensley South Neighborhood Cleanup in June, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

Jul 9, 2021, 08:52 by User Not Found

With the Blue Angels ready to take to the skies for the Pensacola Beach Air Show, be sure to follow these tips from Escambia County for a safe, fun weekend.

Jul 7, 2021, 16:22 by User Not Found

The Escambia County Board of Commissioners will hold several meetings Thursday, July 8. Agenda Review and Community Redevelopment Agency will begin at 9 a.m. Public Forum will begin at 4:30 p.m. followed by the BCC Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m. All meetings will take place in the board chambers of the Ernie Lee Magaha Government Building, located on the first floor of 221 Palafox Place.

Jul 7, 2021, 15:20 by User Not Found

Escambia County’s mobile command center will stay at the Surfside condo collapse through July 30. The state requested use of the vehicle as a command post to use the search and recovery efforts. The command center, nicknamed “THOR” was set to return from Surfside today Wednesday, July 7, but it will now remain through the end of the month. The emergency management employee returned from his deployment and will return to South Florida to retrieve THOR.

Jul 7, 2021, 14:51 by User Not Found

In an effort to reduce the mosquito population in Escambia County, the Mosquito Control Division has filed a "Notice of Intent" to proceed with fogging missions Wednesday, July 7 in Commission Districts 1, 3 and 5. Mission hours vary, but typically occur in the evening hours from 6-9:30 p.m.

Jul 7, 2021, 09:31 by User Not Found

The Escambia County Marine Advisory Committee will host a special Scuba Diving Safety Symposium Monday, Aug. 9 from 5:30 - 7 p.m. in room 104 of the Escambia County Central Office Complex, located at 3363 West Park Place in Pensacola. The event will facilitate discussion between divers, diving professionals, diving emergency responders and diving medical professionals.

Jul 7, 2021, 09:20 by User Not Found

Residents of Montclair/Westernmark will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Friday, July 16 during the Neighborhood Cleanup in District 3.

Jul 6, 2021, 15:13 by User Not Found

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 66 tons (132,000 pounds) of debris during the District 3 Englewood/Ebonwood Neighborhood Cleanup on June 18, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

Jul 6, 2021, 14:02 by User Not Found

The Escambia County Sea Turtle Patrol discovered two loggerhead nests were vandalized on Pensacola Beach over the Fourth of July weekend. One nest enclosure was destroyed, while another nest showed signs of digging. Despite the disturbances, the eggs appear to be unharmed. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) and Escambia County Sheriff’s Office were notified, but enforcement is difficult without additional information. Anyone with information about these activities should report them to FWC’s Wildlife Alert Hotline at 1-888-404-3922.

Jul 6, 2021, 13:35 by User Not Found

The Pensacola & Perdido Bays Estuary Program (PPBEP) is pleased to announce the opening of the 2021-2022 Community Grant Program. The Community Grant Program awards $250,000 in total funding to help restore and protect our waters. Award amounts range from $10,000 to $50,000. Local governments or nonstate entities (educational institutions and 501(c)3s) are eligible to submit a proposal for projects located within the Perdido and/or Pensacola watershed within Escambia, Santa Rosa or Okaloosa counties. The deadline to apply is Aug. 3, 2021 by 11:59 p.m. and projects must be completed by May 31, 2022. To apply, please visit https://www.ppbep.org/what-we-do/programs-and-projects/mini-grant-projects.

Jul 6, 2021, 09:44 by User Not Found

Residents of Quintette will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, July 7 during the Neighborhood Cleanup in District 5. Only residents in the designated cleanup area are able to participate in the neighborhood cleanup. Items left at the curb outside of the cleanup area will not be collected. See the map below for the details of the cleanup area.

Jul 6, 2021, 09:23 by User Not Found

Join District 1 Commissioner Jeff Bergosh at his virtual 63rd Coffee with the Commissioner event Wednesday, July 14. The live stream will take place from 6:30 - 7:30 a.m.

Jul 2, 2021, 15:59 by User Not Found

BCC Weekly Meeting Schedule July 5 - July 9, 2021

Jul 1, 2021, 16:22 by User Not Found

The Florida Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) Trustee Implementation Group has approved its Final Restoration Plan 2 and Environmental Assessment. The Plan includes 18 selected projects that address five natural resource restoration types: Habitat Projects on Federally Managed Lands, Sea Turtles, Marine Mammals, Birds and Provide and Enhance Recreational Opportunities.

Jun 30, 2021, 14:58 by User Not Found

In an effort to reduce the mosquito population in Escambia County, the Mosquito Control Division has filed a "Notice of Intent" to proceed with fogging missions Wednesday, June 30 in Commission Districts 1, 2, 4 and 5. Mission hours vary, but typically occur in the evening hours from 6-9:30 p.m.

Jun 30, 2021, 13:34 by User Not Found

Escambia County set a record for the second busiest day motorists went to Pensacola Beach via the Bob Sikes bridge on Saturday, June 26 with 22,267 vehicles counted. This count was more than any day in 2019 or 2020. The busiest day was July 1, 2017 with 22,555 vehicles.

Jun 30, 2021, 10:46 by User Not Found

Escambia County wishes residents and visitors a safe, fun July Fourth with friends and family, and reminds everyone to follow these fireworks tips to make the most out of their holiday. Remember: If you spot a brush or wildfire or if someone is injured, call 911.