City of Florence Planning & Community Development

04/08/2026

🏡 Every person deserves a home that is safe, stable, and secure.

Through CDBG funding, the City of Florence is helping residents stay in their homes by supporting critical repairs and improvements. This transformation is more than just a new roof, it’s peace of mind for the families who live here.

Together, we’re expanding housing opportunities and strengthening our community, one home at a time.

To apply for this program, contact Community Action Agency of Northwest Alabama or learn more here:
https://www.caanw.org/general-9-4

04/07/2026

Public Service Partnerships in action 🤝

Through CDBG funding, the City of Florence is proud to partner with incredible local organizations to expand opportunities across our community, especially for those who need it the most.

From housing and healthcare to education and family support, these partnerships are making a real difference throughout the Shoals.

Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected Florence.

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04/06/2026

🎉 National Community Development Week is here! 🎉

April 6–10 we’re celebrating the programs that strengthen Florence and improve the quality of life for our residents.

Through CDBG funding, the City of Florence continues to invest in housing, public services, infrastructure, and economic opportunity, making a lasting impact in our community.

Join us this week as we highlight the people, projects, and partnerships that make it all possible.

03/31/2026

Shoals Community Clinic invites you to schedule an appointment during our 2026 Spring Women’s Health Fair, April 20th and 21st. Call 256-760-4713.

03/23/2026

❤️🎉✨ Downtown Florence has made another top list! “Five Alabama shopping districts rank among America’s most ‘envied’”.

We’re definitely making progress in beautiful, historic, creative Downtown Florence! But what we need more than anything is YOU!

Come join us downtown today because community starts with you, me and each of us working together. Hope to see you downtown soon! Article link in comments below 👇

03/14/2026

Prepare ahead and be weather aware tomorrow, Sunday, March 15, 2026 ☀️➡️⛈️➡️🥶

Severe Weather Potential Sunday Night, followed by extreme cold...... Dogwood Winter? Looks like it. Wind Advisory begins at 1p Sunday. Today is a great day to make sure your weather radio and other notification methods are functioning properly.

02/26/2026

🚧 If you travel O’Neal Bridge, take note!

The Mitchell Boulevard bridge, about half a mile north of the O’Neal Bridge, is slated for replacement. ALDOT will begin work to replace the 88-year old bridge on Monday, March 2. The bridge is near the Singing River Sculpture and the Florence Police Department spanning over AL Hwy 20. Lane closures and detours are expected for the next 2 years. The completed project will result in a safer, more modern structure including improvements to the intersection of AL 20.

Prepare by:
🚥 Follow the link below for closure and detour information.
🚥 Download the ALGO app for up to minute information on traffic, and more across the state.

Replacement of the US-43/US-72/Mitchell Boulevard bridge over SR-20 in Florence will begin soon.

02/09/2026

First time home buyers class today and tomorrow! What a great opportunity!

02/06/2026

National Recognition for Florence! 🏆

The City of Florence Office of Planning and Community Development is a proud recipient of the 2026 Audrey Nelson Community Development Achievement Award from the National Community Development Association.

This honor recognizes our Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project at the Florence-Lauderdale Public Library, specifically the creation of the Literacy Gardens, a space designed to promote learning, community connection, and growth for all ages.

Other CDBG awardees include: City of Los Angeles, California; Pasco County, Florida, and Toledo, Ohio.

Thank you to everyone who helped bring this vision to life. We are honored to see Florence’s commitment to community development recognized on a national stage!

01/26/2026

❄️The Office of Planning and Community Development will open at 10:00 am on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

01/26/2026

⚠️Falcon Families⚠️

Florence City Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, as road conditions remain hazardous across the area.

01/26/2026