News Flash

How to do Business with Your Local Government Workshop Scheduled for June 29

The public is invited to join the City of Pensacola, Escambia County and the Gulf Coast Minority Chamber of Commerce for a free workshop on June 29 designed for businesses to establish a working relationship with their local government.

Independence Day Closures, Changes to Sanitation Collection Schedule

City of Pensacola office closures and sanitation schedule changes for the Independence Day holiday Monday, July 4.

City of Pensacola Recognizes Graduates from Pensacola Citizens Academy

The City of Pensacola recognized graduates from the 2022 Pensacola Citizens Academy on Tuesday, June 21, marking the end of a nine-week interactive course hosted by the city.

Adrian Stills Selected as City of Pensacola Parks and Recreation Director

Adrian Stills has been selected as the City of Pensacola's Parks and Recreation Director, responsible for overseeing the city's 94 parks, community resource centers, athletic facilities and activities facilitated by the Parks and Recreation Department.

City Installs New Incentivized E-Scooter Parking Corrals

The City of Pensacola has installed 15 new e-scooter parking corrals in various locations downtown to encourage the public to park courteously when using shared micromobility devices.

Pensacola Fire Department and Pensacola Energy Remind Residents About Natural Gas Safety

The Pensacola Fire Department and Pensacola Energy would like to remind residents about natural gas safety and fire prevention practices to help keep you and your family safe.

City of Pensacola Recycling Temporarily on Hold Due to ECUA Facility Repairs

Due to repairs at the Emerald Coast Utilities Authority's Materials Recycling Facility, recycling for City of Pensacola Sanitation customers is temporarily on hold.

City Monitoring Bayfront Parkway Bicycle and Pedestrian Traffic through FDOT Program

In an effort to gain a better understanding of local multi-modal traffic, the City of Pensacola is participating in the Florida Department of Transportation Non-Motorized Traffic Monitoring Program.

City Sanitation Rate Increase Proposed for October

The City of Pensacola Sanitation Services Department is proposing a rate increase for City Sanitation customers, which will help ensure quality sanitation services are provided to residents.

City Welcomes New York Yacht Club American Magic Back to Port of Pensacola

The City of Pensacola is excited to welcome New York Yacht Club American Magic back to the Port of Pensacola for training, marking the team’s third winter training on the Gulf Coast.

Florida-Alabama 2022 Transportation Priorities Public Survey Now Open

To ensure transportation needs are being met, the TPO needs your input! Access the FL-AL TPO Project Priorities Survey at ecrc.org/FLALPrioritiesSurvey. The survey period is open through July 31, 2022.

Mayor, Councilwoman Brahier to Host District 1 Town Hall Meeting July 14

Mayor Grover Robinson and District 1 Councilwoman Jennifer Brahier will host a District 1 Town Hall Meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 14 at Vickrey Resource Center, located at 2130 Summit Blvd. in Pensacola.

Pensacola Connection - June City Newsletter

Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waitlist Closing July 11

In accordance with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development guidelines, the City of Pensacola Housing Dept. will stop accepting applications to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program waitlist effective July 11, 2022 until further notice.

Escambia County Urges Storm Preparedness During Hurricane Season

Escambia County is urging residents to remain prepared before, during and after a storm during hurricane season. Hurricane season is from June 1 through Nov. 30.

City Completes FEMA Repairs to Sanders Beach Pier and Boardwalk

The City of Pensacola has completed repairs to the Sanders Beach pier and boardwalk that was damaged during Hurricane Sally. The project included boardwalk repairs, landscaping and new sidewalks.

Pensacola International Airport Celebrates Project Titan Construction Milestone

Project Titan, the $210 million Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility expansion at Pensacola International Airport, has hit a tremendous milestone in the construction phase by completing the exterior of the facility.

City Installs New Sidewalk Decals Reminding Public of E-Scooter Rules

The City of Pensacola has installed new decals on several sidewalks throughout the city to remind the public of the rules of operating electric scooters and encourage users to be courteous when using shared micromobility devices.

Mayor Grover Robinson Honored with 2022 Home Rule Hero Award

UPDATE: America's First Settlement Trail (A1S) Installation Underway

Installation of America's First Settlement Trail is underway. The 3-mile historic walking trail is a collaborative partnership between the City of Pensacola, Visit Pensacola and the A1S Trail Foundation.

City of Pensacola Selected by EPA for $367K Brownfields Assessment Grant

The City of Pensacola has been selected by the Environmental Protection Agency to receive a $367,000 Brownsfields Assessment Grant, which will be used to conduct environmental site assessments and prepare a cleanup plan for brownfield sites.

FDOT: New Traffic Signals on West Cervantes Street in Escambia County

Three new traffic signals on West Cervantes Street, at the intersections of North J, North L and North R Streets, will be fully operational beginning Tuesday, May 17.

Pensacola International Airport Adds New Economy Lot with Over 330 Spaces

With passenger numbers continuing to break records at Pensacola International Airport, PNS has added a new economy lot with over 330 spaces to make parking more accessible than ever for travelers.

Pensacola Neighborhood Challenge Grant Program Accepting Applications

The city is now accepting applications for the summer cycle of the FY2022 Pensacola Neighborhood Challenge Grant Program, which is a matching grant program that provides neighborhood associations with funding to complete neighborhood improvement projects.

Garden Street Landscaping Revitalization Project Underway

Improvements to the Garden Street median are now underway as part of the City of Pensacola's Garden Street Landscaping Revitalization Project, which will greatly improve aesthetics along Garden Street between A Street and Alcaniz Street.

American Airlines Launches New Nonstop Flight Between Boston and Pensacola

Boston, also affectionately known as the “Hub,” is now connected to the Gateway to the Gulf Coast. American Airlines will begin offering service between Logan International Airport and Pensacola International Airport in June 2022.

Residents Encouraged to Use 311 for Easy Access to City Services

The City of Pensacola reminds and encourages residents to take advantage of Pensacola 311 as their single point of contact for a variety of non-emergency city service requests, including Sanitation Services, drainage or roadway issues, Code Enforcement...