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Posted on: March 4, 2021
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Public Hearing on City CDBG Coronavirus Funding Scheduled for March 10

Posted on: March 3, 2021
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Bay Bluffs Park Reopens After Boardwalk Repairs

Posted on: March 3, 2021
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FDOH-Escambia Announces COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Plan

Posted on: March 1, 2021
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New Pensacola Youth Council Provides Community Service, Leadership Opportunities to Students

Posted on: March 1, 2021
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City Completes Several Projects to Improve Stormwater Infrastructure

Posted on: February 26, 2021
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Section of Cypress Street to Temporarily Detour Traffic Beginning March 8

Posted on: February 26, 2021
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NRDA Trustee Implementation Group Releases Proposed $62M Florida Restoration Plan for Public Comment

Posted on: February 24, 2021
Pensacola Bay Bridge repairs

FDOT Announces Phased Re-Opening of the Pensacola Bay Bridge

Posted on: February 18, 2021
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American Airlines Adds Nonstop Flight to New York from Pensacola International Airport

Posted on: February 18, 2021
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FDOT: West Cervantes Street Pedestrian Safety Project to Begin in Pensacola

Posted on: February 18, 2021
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City Sanitation Collection Delayed One Day Due to Weather

Posted on: February 15, 2021
Bayou Texar

City Stormwater Improvement Projects to Remove Estimated 15 Tons of Pollutants Annually

Posted on: February 11, 2021
Presidents Day sanitation schedule changes

Presidents Day Closures, Sanitation Collection Schedule Changes

Posted on: February 11, 2021
Spring Street map

Section of Spring Street to Temporarily Detour Traffic Beginning Feb. 12

Posted on: February 11, 2021
Bay Bluffs Park closure

Bay Bluffs Park Temporarily Closing for Boardwalk Repairs Starting Feb. 15

Posted on: February 11, 2021
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ECUA to Close Westbound Lane of Main Street Between Clubbs and B Street Beginning Feb. 22

Posted on: February 10, 2021
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Smart, Solar Lighting Improvements Added to Legion Field

Posted on: February 9, 2021
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Public Invited to Give Input on Hollice T. Williams Skatepark Design

Posted on: February 9, 2021
Port of Pensacola

Port of Pensacola Annual Report Highlights Port Success, Revenue Increases

Posted on: February 5, 2021
Bayou Texar Stormwater Improvments

Bayou Texar Stormwater Treatment Enhancement Project to Begin Feb. 16

Posted on: February 5, 2021
Event restrictions due to covid-19

City of Pensacola Extends COVID-19 Event Restrictions Through March 11

Posted on: February 4, 2021
Airport Main Terminal

Southwest Adds Service to Atlanta, Chicago, and St. Louis from Pensacola International Airport

Posted on: February 1, 2021
Sidewalk curb ramp

City's ADA Sidewalk Repair Project Surpasses 24,000 Feet

Posted on: February 1, 2021
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Section of Spring Street to Close Temporarily Beginning Feb. 1

Posted on: January 29, 2021
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City of Pensacola Celebrates Completion of New Bayview Community Resource Center

Posted on: January 29, 2021
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Updates to City of Pensacola Services Due to COVID-19

Posted on: January 8, 2021
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FDOT District Three Seeks Public Input on Tentative Five-Year Work Program

Posted on: January 8, 2021
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City of Pensacola Implements New Event Restrictions Due to COVID-19

Posted on: January 8, 2021
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City 'Keep the Wreath Green' Fire Safety Campaign Ends with Three Red Bulbs

Posted on: January 4, 2021
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REMINDER: Next Mayor’s Neighborhood Cleanup Tomorrow (Saturday, Dec. 19)

Posted on: December 18, 2020
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Mayor Gives State of the City Update at Greater Pensacola Chamber Event

Posted on: December 17, 2020
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Pensacola Police Chief Tommi Lyter Retiring from PPD after 30 Years of Service

Posted on: December 16, 2020
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Pensacola International Airport Welcomes Boutique Air: Fly Private for the Cost of Commercial

Posted on: December 15, 2020
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Scam Alert: Fraudulent Phone Calls Posing as Pensacola International Airport

Posted on: December 14, 2020
Hollice T. Williams survey

Public Invited to Give Input on Hollice T. Williams Stormwater Park Design

Posted on: December 7, 2020
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United Airlines to Begin Nonstop Service to Denver from Pensacola International Airport

Posted on: December 4, 2020
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Mayor Robinson Implements Covenant for the Community Policy

Posted on: December 4, 2020
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First and Second Red Bulbs Placed on City Fire Safety Wreath

Posted on: December 3, 2020
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City Staff Participating in 'Pensacola Climate Action: What's Next?' Virtual Conference

Posted on: December 3, 2020
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'Keep the Wreath Green' Fire Safety Campaign Kicks off Dec. 1

Posted on: November 25, 2020
17th Avenue Closure Nov. 30

FDOT: Temporary Closure of Intersection at 17th Avenue and Bayfront Parkway Begins Nov. 30

Posted on: November 24, 2020
Volunteers at Bruce Beach tree planting

Community Partnership Adds Native Trees and Plants for Birds at Bruce Beach

Posted on: November 24, 2020
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Thanksgiving Cooking Safety Tips from Pensacola Fire Department

Posted on: November 20, 2020
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Port of Pensacola to be Featured on National Television Show 'World's Greatest'

Posted on: November 16, 2020
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Two Weeks Remain to Apply for FEMA Assistance for Hurricane Sally in Florida

Posted on: November 16, 2020
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City of Pensacola Resident Satisfaction Survey Results Now Available

Posted on: November 16, 2020
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LAST REMINDER: Final City Debris Pickup Nov. 16

Posted on: November 13, 2020
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UPDATE: Langley Avenue Roundabout Project

Posted on: November 12, 2020
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FEMA Mobile Centers to Close Nov. 14

Posted on: November 12, 2020
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Residents Encouraged to Monitor Tropical Storm Eta Through Sunday

Posted on: November 10, 2020
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REMINDER: Final Hurricane Sally Debris Pickup Scheduled for Nov. 16

Posted on: November 6, 2020
Garden Street deadline extended

Deadline Extended for CRA Garden Street Beautification Comment Period

Posted on: November 3, 2020
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Space Heater Safety Tips from Pensacola Fire Department

Posted on: November 3, 2020
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Deadline to Apply for SBA Physical Disaster Loans in Florida Is Dec. 1

Posted on: November 2, 2020
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Hurricane Zeta 7:30 a.m. Update for Thursday, Oct. 29

Posted on: October 29, 2020
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Hurricane Zeta 5:30 p.m. Update for Wednesday, Oct. 28

Posted on: October 28, 2020
Sanitation changes

City Sanitation to Complete Remainder of Wednesday Route on Thursday

Posted on: October 28, 2020
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City Sanitation to Complete Remainder of Wednesday Route on Thursday

Posted on: October 28, 2020
Road closure map

City Road Closure Information Available Online

Posted on: October 28, 2020
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Hurricane Zeta Update at noon, Wednesday, Oct. 28

Posted on: October 28, 2020
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FDOT: Pensacola Bay Bridge Repair Update October 2020

Posted on: October 28, 2020
Langley Avenue roundabout construction

UPDATE: Langley Avenue Roundabout Project

Posted on: October 27, 2020
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Residents Asked Not to Place Additional Debris Curbside Before Zeta

Posted on: October 27, 2020
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Posted on: October 27, 2020
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Residents Encouraged to Monitor Tropical Storm Zeta This Week

Posted on: October 25, 2020
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Escambia County in the Top 25 for Census Self-Response in Florida

Posted on: October 23, 2020
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City of Pensacola Capital Improvement Projects Dashboard Now Available Online

Posted on: October 23, 2020
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Hurricane Sally Shows Stormwater Improvements in Pensacola Since 2014 Flood

Posted on: October 22, 2020
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Alcaniz Street Outfall to Pensacola Bay Stormwater Project to Begin Nov. 10

Posted on: October 21, 2020
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City Phone Line Issues Resolved

Posted on: October 20, 2020
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City Hurricane Sally Debris Collection Update: Final Pickup Scheduled for Nov. 16

Posted on: October 20, 2020
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New Non-Stop Destination Coming to Pensacola International Airport

Posted on: October 20, 2020
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Hitzman-Optimist Park Improvements Project Set to Begin Oct. 26

Posted on: October 19, 2020
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Landlines Experiencing Issues Calling City Phone Lines Including PPD

Posted on: October 18, 2020
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CONSTRUCTION COMPLETE: Bayou Texar Stormwater Treatment Enhancement Project

Posted on: October 16, 2020
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City of Pensacola Recycling Will Resume Oct. 19

Posted on: October 16, 2020
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City Survey Shows Improvement in Employee Satisfaction and Engagement

Posted on: October 12, 2020
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Residents Asked to Help Keep Stormwater Drains Clear

Posted on: October 7, 2020
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Mayor Robinson Issues Local State of Emergency for Hurricane Delta

Posted on: October 6, 2020
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Residents Encouraged to Complete a Ferry Service Survey

Posted on: October 6, 2020
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City of Pensacola Offices Reopen to the Public Monday

Posted on: October 2, 2020
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City of Pensacola Offices Reopen to the Public Monday

Posted on: October 2, 2020
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Escambia County Receives FEMA Disaster Declaration for Individual Assistance

Posted on: October 2, 2020
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Urban Forest Teams Survey Damaged Trees in City and County Parks

Posted on: October 2, 2020
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City of Pensacola Debris Collection Update

Posted on: October 2, 2020
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DeVilliers Street Revitalization Project Phase II Expected to Begin Oct. 5

Posted on: September 28, 2020
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Pensacola Strong - Blue Angels Flyover Friday, Sept. 25

Posted on: September 24, 2020
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Reminder: Do Not Use Plastic Bags for Yard Debris

Posted on: September 24, 2020
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President Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Escambia County

Posted on: September 24, 2020
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City of Pensacola Hurricane Sally Recovery Update #5

Posted on: September 23, 2020
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City of Pensacola Hurricane Sally Recovery Update #4

Posted on: September 22, 2020
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City of Pensacola Hurricane Sally Recovery Update #3

Posted on: September 21, 2020
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City of Pensacola Recycling Temporarily on Hold

Posted on: September 21, 2020
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City of Pensacola Hurricane Sally Recovery Update #2

Posted on: September 20, 2020
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Free Tarps and Water Available at Several City Community Centers Monday

Posted on: September 20, 2020
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Free Tarps Available at Fire Stations 1 and 6 Starting at 1 p.m. Today

Posted on: September 20, 2020
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City of Pensacola Hurricane Sally Recovery Update

Posted on: September 19, 2020
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Updated Curfew Hours for Escambia County, City of Pensacola

Posted on: September 19, 2020
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Food and Water Distribution Sites Announced in Escambia County

Posted on: September 18, 2020
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City Sanitation Customers to Receive Garbage Pickup Twice Next Week

Posted on: September 18, 2020
Airport reopening

Pensacola International Airport to Reopen at Noon Today (Sept. 18)

Posted on: September 18, 2020
FEMA Debris

Information on City Debris Pickup

Posted on: September 17, 2020
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City Working to Clear Over 250 Downed Trees from Hurricane Sally

Posted on: September 17, 2020

Curfew in Effect for Escambia County, City of Pensacola at 7 p.m.

Posted on: September 16, 2020
STAY OFF ROADS

City of Pensacola Hurricane Sally Update: Residents Urged to Stay Home and Off Roadways

Posted on: September 16, 2020
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Hurricane Sally Update #2

Posted on: September 15, 2020
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Hurricane Sally Update #1

Posted on: September 14, 2020
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City Offices Closed Tuesday, Sanitation Pickup Changes

Posted on: September 14, 2020
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Tropical Storm Sally Update from Escambia County Emergency Management

Posted on: September 13, 2020
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Labor Day Closures, Changes to Sanitation Collection Schedule

Posted on: September 4, 2020
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'Disasters Don't Wait. Make a Plan Today' for National Preparedness Month

Posted on: September 1, 2020
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Rent, Mortgage & Utility Assistance Available Sept. 1 through Escambia CARES Program

Posted on: August 31, 2020
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Tropical Storm Update from Escambia County Emergency Management

Posted on: August 24, 2020
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Residents Encouraged to Monitor Potential Severe Weather Through Wednesday

Posted on: August 21, 2020
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City, County Encourage Community to Complete 2020 Census by Sept. 30 Deadline

Posted on: August 12, 2020
17th Avenue Closure July 19-25

FDOT: 17th Avenue Closure Begins July 19

Posted on: July 17, 2020
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City of Pensacola Draft Budget Available Online

Posted on: July 14, 2020
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City Seeks Input from Residents for Annual Satisfaction Survey

Posted on: July 13, 2020
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City Community Centers, Programs to Close to the Public

Posted on: July 10, 2020
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Free Masks Available at Some City Community Centers Starting July 13

Posted on: July 9, 2020
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Next Mayor's Neighborhood Cleanup Set for July 25

Posted on: July 9, 2020
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Mayor Announces New Business Restrictions to Prevent Covid-19 Spread

Posted on: March 19, 2020
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Escambia County, City Cancel Publicly-Permitted Events with 50+ People

Posted on: March 16, 2020
City-permitted event cancellations and postponements

List of City-Permitted Event Cancellations

Posted on: March 13, 2020
Airport Main Terminal

Pensacola International Airport Open for Business, Monitoring COVID-19

Posted on: March 12, 2020
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City Selects David Forte as Capital Improvement Projects Manager

Posted on: March 9, 2020
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Census Stakeholder and Community Kick-off Scheduled for March 18

Posted on: March 6, 2020
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New City e-Newsletter Now Available

Posted on: February 27, 2020
Wahoos Baseball in progress at the Stadium

City, Blue Wahoos to Expand Protective Netting at Wahoos Stadium

Posted on: February 27, 2020
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Pensacola Blueway Community Proclamation Set for Feb. 24

Posted on: February 21, 2020
Gov. Ron DeSantis makes an announcement at Pensacola International Airport

Gov. DeSantis Announces Nearly $5 Million Florida Job Growth Grant Awarded to Pensacola

Posted on: February 19, 2020
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Court Rules in Favor of Protecting Historic Bayview Cross

Posted on: February 19, 2020
HAAS survey results now available online

City Resident Satisfaction Survey Sees 55 Percent Increase in Participation

Posted on: February 10, 2020
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Presidents Day Closures, Sanitation Collection Schedule Changes

Posted on: February 10, 2020
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City Reviewing Recommendations from Cyberattack Assessment

Posted on: February 10, 2020
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New City e-Newsletter Now Available

Posted on: February 6, 2020
Langley Avenue aerial map

UPDATE: Langley Avenue Stormwater Project Construction to Begin Feb. 11

Posted on: February 6, 2020
Langley Avenue aerial map

Langley Avenue Stormwater Conveyance Project Construction to Begin Feb. 11

Posted on: February 5, 2020
Census Logo Escambia County and City of Pensacola

City, County Encourage Community Participation in 2020 Census

Posted on: January 31, 2020
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New City e-Newsletter Now Available

Posted on: January 30, 2020
Palafox lane closure map

Temporary Lane Closure on Palafox Street Thursday and Friday

Posted on: January 28, 2020
CRA workshop 5:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 3 at City Hall, 222 W. Main St.

CRA Workshop on Urban Core Projects Including SCAPE Set for Feb. 3

Posted on: January 27, 2020
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Pensacola Fire Department Members Recognized for Service, Promotions

Posted on: January 17, 2020
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New City e-Newsletter Now Available

Posted on: January 16, 2020
Mayors Neighborhood Cleanup Map January 2020

Next Mayor's Neighborhood Cleanup Set for Jan. 25 in Downtown Area

Posted on: January 10, 2020
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New City E-Newsletter Now Available

Posted on: January 9, 2020
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New City e-Newsletter Now Available

Posted on: January 2, 2020
Red bulb on fire safety wreath

City 'Keep the Wreath Green' Fire Safety Campaign Ends with One Red Bulb

Posted on: January 2, 2020
Aerial view of Bill Gregory stormwater pond

City Recognized by DEP for Outstanding Environmental Stewardship

Posted on: December 20, 2019
Ryan Fitzgerald

City Selects Ryan Fitzgerald as Risk Manager

Posted on: December 19, 2019
Mayor Grover Robinson speaks at a press conference in front of City Hall

Over 100 Arrests Made Through Protect Pensacola Joint Task Force

Posted on: December 4, 2019
Two firefighters install a smoke alarm in a home

Pensacola Fire Department Installs 66 Smoke Alarms during Woodland Heights Neighborhood Canvas

Posted on: November 18, 2019
City of pensacola resident satisfaction survey: uwf.edu/haasresidentsurvey

City Seeks Input from Residents for Annual Satisfaction Survey

Posted on: November 15, 2019
Construction workers install an underground stormwater treatment unit

City Earns National Stormwater Recognition, Completes Stormwater Projects

Posted on: November 4, 2019
Heritage oak tree

Court Rules in Favor of Protecting Heritage Oak Tree

Posted on: October 31, 2019
A new curb ramp on a sidewalk

City's ADA Sidewalk Repair Project Surpasses 9,000 Feet

Posted on: October 14, 2019
Neighborhood Challenge Grant flyer, visit CityofPensacola.com to learn more.

Pensacola Neighborhood Challenge Grant Program Accepting Applications

Posted on: October 7, 2019
trash set curbside for collection

Next Mayor's Neighborhood Cleanup Scheduled for Oct. 26

Posted on: October 7, 2019
Mayor Grover Robinson and city staff sort cans at Manna Food Pantries

City of Pensacola Staff, Mayor Team up for United Way Day of Caring

Posted on: October 4, 2019
Aerial view of Community Maritime Park and Pensacola Bay

Pensacola to Host Premiere Sailing League Exhibition Series

Posted on: September 20, 2019
Ted Kirchharr headshot

Ted Kirchharr Selected as City of Pensacola Human Resources Director

Posted on: September 17, 2019
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New City e-Newsletter Now Available

Posted on: September 12, 2019
Members of the Pensacola Fire Department after participating in the 2019 Panama City Beach 9/11 Memo

PFD Honors Fallen FDNY Firefighters at 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

Posted on: September 11, 2019
Toys and furniture left at the curbside for pickup by City of Pensacola Sanitation

Next Mayor's Neighborhood Cleanup Sept. 28

Posted on: September 10, 2019
WHRC Performing Arts Night, Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 5:30 p.m. at Woodland Heights Resource Center, 11

Woodland Heights Performing Arts Night Scheduled for Sept. 18

Posted on: September 10, 2019
Budget in Brief 2

City of Pensacola Budget Public Hearings Begin Wednesday

Posted on: September 9, 2019
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New City e-Newsletter Now Available

Posted on: September 5, 2019
John Jerralds being sworn in as the District 5 City Councilmember

City Council Appoints John Jerralds to District 5 Seat

Posted on: September 5, 2019
Pensacola International Airport

TSA Pre-Check Temporary Enrollment Center Coming to Pensacola International Airport Sept. 23-27

Posted on: September 4, 2019
Toys and furniture left at the curbside for pickup by City of Pensacola Sanitation

Mayor's Neighborhood Cleanup Collects Over 67 Tons of Bulk Waste

Posted on: September 4, 2019
Illustration of the Pensacola Bay Bridge

FDOT: Traffic Shift for New Pensacola Bay Bridge Starts Wednesday

Posted on: September 3, 2019
Firefighters in front of a fire truck

Pensacola Fire Department Sends Resources to Assist after Hurricane Dorian

Posted on: September 3, 2019
Heritage oak tree

City Tree Case May Help Set Precedent for New State Statute

Posted on: August 30, 2019
Pensacola International Airport

Silver Airways to Experience Service Interruptions due to Hurricane Dorian

Posted on: August 30, 2019
Labor Day sanitation schedule

Labor Day Holiday Closures, Sanitation Collection Schedule Changes

Posted on: August 26, 2019
Matt Coughlin

City Selects Matt Coughlin as Deputy Airport Director

Posted on: August 26, 2019
Crowd celebrates Pensacola's Strongest Town award at the Rex Theatre

Pensacola Recognized as America's Strongest Town

Posted on: August 22, 2019
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New City e-Newsletter Now Available

Posted on: August 22, 2019
Mayor Grover Robinson addresses the crowd at the State of the City luncheon

Mayor Grover Robinson Gives State of the City Address to Pensacola Business Community

Posted on: August 22, 2019
city hall

Special City Council Meeting Scheduled for Sept. 4

Posted on: August 15, 2019
Boots to Business Reboot U.S. Small Business Administration

Veteran-Owned Business Program Scheduled for Aug. 22-23

Posted on: August 15, 2019
Councilman Gerald Wingate headshot outside

City of Pensacola Mourns the Loss of Councilman Gerald Wingate

Posted on: August 13, 2019
Mayor Grover Robinson rides his bike in the new bike lane along Palafox Street

New Palafox Street Bike Lanes Ready for Use

Posted on: August 5, 2019