City of Crestview

09/22/2026

Okaloosa County to Begin Animal Control Services on Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Animal control services for unincorporated areas of the County will change beginning September 23, 2026.
The City of Crestview, through its Animal Services Division of the Crestview Police Department, will deliver these services in all areas north of Eglin Air Force Base. The number for north animal services by the City of Crestview is (850) 682-2055.

Okaloosa County to Begin Animal Control Services on Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Animal control services for unincorporated areas of the County will change beginning September 23, 2026.

The City of Crestview, through its Animal Services Division of the Crestview Police Department, will deliver these services in all areas north of Eglin Air Force Base. The number for north animal services by the City of Crestview is (850) 682-2055.

Okaloosa County, through its Animal Control Division of the Public Safety Department, will serve unincorporated areas South of Eglin Air Force Base. The number for the south animal services by Okaloosa County is (850) 651-7400 (Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office non-emergency dispatch line)

Services include dangerous dog and bite cases, animal cruelty and neglect, quality of life-related ordinance violations, livestock at large and disease reporting. The County and City of Crestview will not handle non-emergency stray pickups or owner surrenders at this time.

The evolution of this service is dynamic and we expect additional changes in the south end of the County as municipal contracts evolve.

As animal control services are divided north and south of Eglin Air Force Base, sheltering and veterinary services for animals in the care and custody of animal control officers will be divided in the same manner. Crestview Animal Services will provide sheltering services for northern Okaloosa County (areas north of Eglin Air Force Base), while the County, through its vendor, will provide services for southern Okaloosa County (areas south of Eglin Air Force Base).

“This initiative will bring animal control services in-house so that we can better serve the residents of Okaloosa County with ongoing animal control issues,” said Okaloosa County Board Chairman Trey Goodwin. “We are very fortunate to have partnered with the City of Crestview and local businesses to streamline the process between animal control and sheltering to keep costs down.”

“Please be patient with us as we ramp up this operation to meet the needs of the County. It won’t be perfect on day one, but our commitment to you remains the same- we’ll be better each day,” said Public Safety Director Patrick Maddox.

View more information about animal control services for unincorporated areas of Okaloosa County at https://myokaloosa.com/animalcontrol.

09/22/2026

📣 Reminder: We have a General Budget Town Hall tonight at the Crestview Recreation Center, starting at 5:30 p.m.

Join our city leaders to discuss how property taxes fund local services!

09/21/2026

Live from the City of Crestview

09/21/2026

📢 Reminder! We have a Special Budget meeting tonight at 5:15 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers.

If you can't attend in person, you can watch the meeting live on our page or website at cityofcrestview.org under Agendas & Minutes.

09/21/2026

🚧 Week of September 20 Okaloosa County Traffic Advisories 🚧

• Brooks Bridge Replacement Project – Drivers may encounter intermittent lane closures on U.S. 98, from Ferry Road to Pier Road, and on Santa Rosa Boulevard, from east of Amberjack Drive to Ross Marler Park, Sunday, Sept. 20 through Thursday, Sept. 24 from 9 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. for construction activities.
• State Road (S.R.) 85 Resurfacing Project from U.S. 98 to Richbourg Avenue – Motorists may encounter intermittent lane closures between U.S. 98 and Richbourg Avenue, Sunday, Sept. 20 through Thursday, Sept. 24, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. for construction activities.
• U.S. 98 Resurfacing from Santa Rosa County Line to west of Josie Road – Motorists will encounter the following traffic impacts:
o Shoulder closures are to be expected throughout the project limits on
Monday, Sept. 21, through Friday, Sept. 25, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for permit work and turn lane improvements.
o Lane closures are to be expected on Sunday, Sept. 20, through Thursday, Sept. 24, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. for paving operations.
• S.R. 293 (Danny Wuerffel Way) Resurfacing from U.S. 98 to the Mid-Bay Bridge – Drivers will encounter intermittent lane closures on U.S. 98 from Paraiso Boulevard to Regions Way, and S.R. 293 (Danny Wuerffel Way) from U.S. 98 to the Mid-Bay Bridge, Sunday, Sept.20 through Saturday, Sept. 26, for striping operations.
• S.R. 293 from Mid-Bay Bridge to Range Road – Drivers may encounter
intermittent nighttime lane closures beginning Sunday, Sept. 20 through Thursday, Sept. 24 for milling and paving activities.

FDOT Traffic Advisories – Northwest Florida
Week of September 20

Motorists are encouraged to stay alert and plan ahead for upcoming lane closures and construction activities across Northwest Florida.

🔗 Details here: nwflroads.com/newsroom

09/19/2026

👮‍♂️💙 Happy National Thank a Police Officer Day! 💙👮‍♀️

We could say a million things about how amazing the men and women of the Crestview Police Department are! Instead, we thought it would be more fun to have them describe each other!

Thank you to all of our officers for your selfless service and dedication to keeping our city safe! Your bravery and heart for service never go unnoticed! 👏

09/18/2026

In honor of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, we wanted to take a moment to recognize some unsung heroes within the city! 🙌

Our Public Services Department has many CDL drivers who work incredibly hard every day, no matter the weather. They make sure that our streets, sewer drains, lift stations, stormwater drains and other utilities are well-maintained. They are a crucial part of making sure that things run smoothly in our city and that we are always prepared in case of disaster.

Thank you to each of you for dedication to our city! We are so thankful to have you! 👏💙

09/18/2026

🚨ATTENTION🚨

As of 11:00 AM, the Boil Water Notice for residents on Okaloosa Lane, Early Kennedy Road, & Holley Drive has been rescinded.

Residents were notified to boil water on Wednesday, September 16.

Thank you for your patience!

09/18/2026

🇩🇪🥨 A look back at last year’s Oktoberfest! 🍻
Only TWO WEEKS until the celebration returns to Crestview! 🎶🌭

📅 October 2 | 5–9 PM | Main Street

09/17/2026

We're hiring a Building Facility Maintenance Technician for our Public Services Department! 🧰

The Building Facility Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a wide range of general labor, custodial, and maintenance duties to support the operation, appearance, and safety of assigned facilities. This position assists with routine upkeep, light repairs, facility improvement projects, supply transportation, and any other duties assigned by supervisors to ensure facilities remain functional, clean, and well-maintained.

Apply today at https://loom.ly/1Jx34qo