City of Pahokee

09/07/2026

The City of Pahokee wishes everyone a happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸

09/05/2026

🌿 THANK YOU, PAHOKEE! 🌿

A huge thank you to everyone who came out and participated in our MLK Park Beautification event! Your time, energy, and enthusiasm helped make this effort a success, and we’re proud of what we accomplished together. 💚

We also want to extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who contributed in some form or fashion — whether you volunteered your time, donated materials or resources, helped with planning and preparation, or worked behind the scenes. Every contribution, big or small, helped bring this project to life.

This beautification project was identified as a short-term goal of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, and it was wonderful to see that goal become a reality through community involvement. We’re grateful for the support of the Board, the City Commission, City staff, and, most importantly, the members of our community who came together to make a visible difference in Pahokee. 🌺🌱

📸 We’re sharing a few photos from the event! Take a look, find yourself and your friends, and feel free to share your favorite moments.

And the work doesn’t stop here! Keep an eye out for our upcoming events and opportunities to get involved. If you’d like information about upcoming events or ways to participate, contact [email protected].

Looking for a more direct way to give back to your community? Consider serving on a City Board. It’s a meaningful opportunity to share your time, talents, ideas, and experience while making an impactful difference in the community you call home. For information about board opportunities, please contact the Office of the City Clerk.

Thank you, Pahokee, for showing what we can accomplish when we work together! 💚



Photo Credit: Muck City Media Enterprises

08/31/2026

As Black Business Month comes to a close, we’re wrapping up with a few helpful business tips and resources. Take a look below and explore the information provided as we close out the month.

08/26/2026

MLK Park Beautification Project – Volunteers Wanted!

The City of Pahokee invites residents, community organizations, nonprofits, churches, businesses, students, alumni, and community partners to come together for the MLK Park Beautification Project!

📅 Saturday, September 5, 2026
⏰ Beginning at 8:00 AM
📍 Martin Luther King Jr. Park (380 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd E, Pahokee, FL 33476)

Come lend a helping hand as we work together to clean, refresh, and beautify MLK Park. Volunteer activities may include cleaning and general maintenance, painting and restoration, landscaping, and other beautification efforts.

Whether you are volunteering individually, participating with an organization, or looking for an opportunity to complete community service hours, we invite you to get involved and help make a difference in our community.

Together, We Can Make a Difference!

For additional information or to participate, contact the City of Pahokee:
📞 561-924-5534
📧 [email protected]



https://www.cityofpahokee.com/home/news/mlk-park-beautification-project-%E2%80%93-volunteers-wanted

08/24/2026

🕊️ STORM OF 1928 COMMEMORATION - 98th OBSERVANCE

Join us as we pay homage to the more than 1,600 lives laid to rest at Port Mayaca Cemetery, honor those who survived the storm, and reflect with family members and community leaders as we keep their stories alive.

📅 Wednesday, September 16, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 Port Mayaca Cemetery

Please join the City of Pahokee for this solemn and meaningful annual observance as we remember, honor, and reflect.

For more information, please contact [email protected] or call 561-924-5534.

https://www.cityofpahokee.com/home/news/storm-1928-commemoration-98th-observance

08/19/2026

Property Tax Information

📢 Stay Informed About Florida’s Property Taxes

The Florida League of Cities, Inc. has developed an educational resource to help Florida residents better understand property taxes and the proposed Amendment 3 that will appear on the November 2026 General Election ballot.

The resource provides information about the proposed changes, potential impacts on local governments, and city-by-city property tax data.

Residents are encouraged to review the information and learn more about what is being proposed.

👉 Learn more: https://youtu.be/WJcMheRKF5w?si=nlTj7XAMRHFWyElg

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08/12/2026

🚧⚠️ TRAFFIC ADVISORY ⚠️🚧

The City of Pahokee is sharing a traffic advisory from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) regarding an upcoming full roadway closure on S.R. 15/U.S. 441/U.S. 98/Conners Highway at the South Central Florida Express (SCFE) railroad crossing.

The closure is scheduled to begin Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 7:00 AM and is anticipated to remain in place through Monday, August 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM. If additional time is needed to complete the work, the closure may extend through Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 7:00 AM.

The closure will allow SCFE contractors to perform necessary railroad crossing repairs.

Residents and travelers are encouraged to review the FDOT information flyer below for additional details, including traffic impacts and detour information.

For additional information:
Guillermo Canedo, FDOT Communications Manager
[email protected] | (954) 777-4302

Please note that the City is not affiliated with or overseeing this FDOT project. This information is being shared solely as a courtesy for the benefit of residents and travelers.

https://www.cityofpahokee.com/home/news/traffic-advisory-sr-15us-441us-98conners-highway-closure

08/06/2026

🌟 Get Involved in Your Community! 🌟

Looking for a meaningful way to make a difference in Pahokee? Consider serving on one of our City Boards or Committees! These advisory groups provide valuable input and recommendations that help guide city leadership on policies, programs, and projects that matter to our residents.
📌 Learn more and view current openings here:
🔗 https://www.cityofpahokee.com/cit.../pages/boards-committees
Your voice matters—get involved and help move Pahokee forward!

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Should you have any questions, contact the Office of the City Clerk.

The City of Pahokee encourages residents to play an active role in shaping their community by serving on one of our Boards or Committees. These advisory bodies provide important guidance and recommendations to the City Commission on a variety of local matters.

08/06/2026

📢 Public Announcement: City Games Are Now Cashless at the Gate! 🏟️🎟️

To improve efficiency and provide a more convenient experience for attendees, the City of Pahokee is now cashless at the gate for all City games.

💳 Tickets may be purchased at the gate using:
• Credit cards
• Debit cards
• Mobile payment options

🎟️ Prefer to purchase tickets ahead of time? Tickets may be pre-purchased at City Hall during normal business hours using cash or other accepted forms of payment.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing you at the games!

https://www.cityofpahokee.com/home/news/public-announcement-city-games-are-now-cashless-gate

07/28/2026

📚🎒 2026 Back to School Bash 🎒📚

Please Note: Due to a scheduling conflict, this year's event has been moved up to Saturday, August 1, 2026.

Join us as we help students get ready for the new school year!

🗓 Saturday, August 1, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

✨ FREE:
• School supplies (while supplies last)
• Haircuts/Hairstyle voucher giveaways
• Food (while supplies last)

📍 Important Requirements:
✅ Residency is required.
✅ Child must be present and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to receive school supplies.

Come early—supplies and giveaways are available while supplies last. We look forward to seeing you there! 🎉📓✏️

https://www.cityofpahokee.com/home/news/2026-back-school-bash