Avon Park

Organization 10

Departments

• Avon Park Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Economic Development

  The Avon Park Community Redevelopment Agency (APCRA) revitalizes three boundary areas (Main Street, Southside, Airport) through economic growth, public space improvements and grants (facade residential, business and commercial interior, demolition). Governed by the CRA Board (the five City Council members) with recommendations from the CRA Advisory Board. CRA office on the 2nd floor of City Hall.

  www.avonpark.city
• Avon Park Executive Airport Transportation

  City department that oversees all airport operations at Avon Park Executive Airport.

  863-452-4402 www.avonpark.city
• City Clerk Clerk

  The City Clerk handles public records requests (as Records Management Liaison Officer) and also oversees business tax receipts and CRA Facade Grants.

  (863) 452-4405 www.avonpark.city
• City Manager's Office Administration

  The City Manager is the administrative head of the City of Avon Park, directing and supervising the administration of all departments and serving as Personnel Officer. Avon Park operates under the City Council/City Manager form of government. City Hall: 110 E Main St., Avon Park, FL 33825.

  (863) 452-4400 www.avonpark.city
• Code Enforcement Planning

  Code Enforcement Division enforces the City's Code of Ordinances; building permits are available through this department, and routine planning and zoning questions go to its Community Standards Director. Office: 1535 FL-64, Avon Park, FL 33825; Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

  (863) 452-4403 www.avonpark.city
• Finance Department Finance

  Responsible for the City's financial needs and fiscal policies; accounting, accounts payable, budget, payroll and purchasing.

  863-452-4400 www.avonpark.city
• Fire & Public Safety Fire

  Avon Park Fire Department, 98 South Delaney Avenue. Law enforcement in Avon Park is provided by the Highlands County Sheriff's Office under an interlocal agreement; for non-emergency calls contact Sheriff's Central Dispatch (863) 402-7200.

  (863) 452-4400 www.avonpark.city
• Human Resources Human Resources

  Human Resources and Risk Management Department: personnel policies, recruitment, employee relations, benefits, safety, and risk management (insuring the City against loss and liability).

  863-452-4406 www.avonpark.city
• Public Works Department Public Works

  Three divisions: Streets (including parks and recreation and stormwater/MS4), Solid Waste, and Utilities (water and wastewater treatment, lift stations, water distribution). 2301 US Highway 27 South; Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm. Utility & Public Works emergencies after 4 pm: 863-249-0018.

  863-249-0018 www.avonpark.city
• Utility Billing Utilities

  Utility Billing division provides customer service for customers connected to the City's water and sewer utility system: opening accounts, deposits, payments and meter reading. Also takes park pavilion reservations. City Hall (1st Floor), 110 E. Main Street; Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

  863-452-4433 www.avonpark.city