The City of Dade City

09/04/2026

The Florida League of Cities, the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments, announced that City of Dade City’s Manager, Marieke vanErven, was recently reappointed to serve on the Florida League of Cities 2026-2027 Intergovernmental Relations, Mobility, and Emergency Management Committee, one of the League’s five Legislative Policy Committees.

Legislative Policy Committee chairs, vice chairs, and members were appointed by Florida League of Cities President Mark Franks, Mayor of Shalimar.

As a Legislative Policy Committee member, Marieke will help develop the League’s Legislative Platform, which details priority issues that are most likely to affect daily municipal governance and local decision-making during the upcoming legislative session, as well as help League staff understand the real-world implications of proposed legislation. Committee members are also asked to serve as advocates for local decision-making throughout the legislative process.

09/04/2026

The Florida League of Cities, the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments, announced that City of Dade City’s City Clerk, Angie Guy, was recently appointed to serve on the Florida League of Cities 2026-2027 Municipal Operations Committee, one of the League’s five Legislative Policy Committees.

Legislative Policy Committee chairs, vice chairs, and members were appointed by Florida League of Cities President Mark Franks, Mayor of Shalimar.

As a Legislative Policy Committee member, Angie will help develop the League’s Legislative Platform, which details priority issues that are most likely to affect daily municipal governance and local decision-making during the upcoming legislative session, as well as help League staff understand the real-world implications of proposed legislation. Committee members are also asked to serve as advocates for local decision-making throughout the legislative process.

09/04/2026

The Florida League of Cities, the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments, announced that City of Dade City’s Mayor Pro Tem, Normita Woodard, was recently appointed to serve on the Florida League of Cities 2026-2027 Development, Code Compliance, and Redevelopment Committee, one of the League’s five Legislative Policy Committees.

Legislative Policy Committee chairs, vice chairs, and members were appointed by Florida League of Cities President Mark Franks, Mayor of Shalimar.

As a Legislative Policy Committee member, Mayor Pro Tem Woodard will help develop the League’s Legislative Platform, which details priority issues that are most likely to affect daily municipal governance and local decision-making during the upcoming legislative session, as well as help League staff understand the real-world implications of proposed legislation. Committee members are also asked to serve as advocates for local decision-making throughout the legislative process.

09/02/2026

This morning, The City of Dade City was honored to participate in the groundbreaking of the new amphitheater at Veteran’s Park. Many thanks to Borregard Construction Inc. who were presented with a certificate of appreciation for their continued support of Dade city and its residents. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for this facility!

09/01/2026

Join us tomorrow morning at 9am for the ground breaking ceremony of the new amphitheater at Veterans Park. The new amphitheater will be located behind the Splash Pad, next to the Hardy Trail. Here are some of the submitted renderings for this project. We look forward to completing this project and the beneficial impact it will have on our community. Come join in the celebrations!

08/31/2026

A very heartfelt thank you to Dwayne Nurse of Brooklyn Property Solutions for volunteering his time and resources to refresh the handball court walls and sidewalks at Price Park! The City of Dade City and its residents appreciate your thoughtful donation to the community.

08/25/2026

Two weeks ago, members of our City Commission and City Leadership Team attended the Florida League of Cities annual conference. They had the opportunity to 'enhance leadership skills, learn from industry experts, share ideas with peers, discuss strategies for Florida's future, and hear about the latest products and services for municipal governments’ (Annual Conference – Florida League of Cities). Thank you to our team for your ongoing efforts and commitment to serving Dade City!

08/21/2026

Shout out to our Public Works department for repairing our downtown sidewalks!! Your efforts are appreciated by all.

08/20/2026

Thank you to Jerry and the rest of our Streets Division crew for recently posting the Duck Crossing sign on 14th Street at the Oak Court pond. As you can see, the ducks greatly appreciate it, as well!!

08/19/2026

Our hearts are with the Pasco Sheriff’s Office as they mourn the devastating loss of one of their own.

We extend our deepest condolences to the Deputy’s family, friends, fellow deputies, dispatchers, and the entire PSO family during this incredibly difficult time. Those who dedicate their lives to serving and protecting others often carry burdens the public may never see.

Please keep our law enforcement community in your thoughts and prayers today, and remember to check on those around you, especially the ones who are always strong for everyone else.

If you or someone you know is struggling or experiencing a mental health crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

Rest in peace. Your service will not be forgotten. 🖤💙

Pasco Sheriff’s Office shares with profound sadness that a PSO Deputy took their own life this morning in the Charles Bo Harrison Wy. area of Land O’ Lakes.

On Aug. 19, around 8 a.m., the Deputy was found deceased inside PSO’s construction facility with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.

If you or a loved one are contemplating su***de or experiencing a mental health crisis, there is help. The 988 Su***de and Crisis Lifeline connects those in crisis with a trained counselor who can help with a mental health emergency and direct them to additional resources. Call or text 988, or chat at http://988Lifeline.org/Chat.