City of Cottondale, Florida

Crossroads of the Panhandle
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Every 2nd Monday of the Month @ 6 pm at city hall

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Pay Your Bill Online. This link has been updated. You may need to register for a second time. Pay by phone; call 866-585-5148.

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Visit the calendar of events for meetings dates. Agendas are available upon request. Contact us.

 

 

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Cottondale City Hall publishes project construction advertisements in two newspapers: the Jackson County Times and the Panama City News Herald. Staffing is not always able to publish on our website. Contact us for any additional information.

CURRENT NOTICES
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Important Notice: Water Meter Upgrade Starts Monday

On Monday, April 20, 2026, the City of Cottondale will begin a citywide water meter replacement project to improve service, accuracy, and efficiency for all residents and businesses.  READ MORE

Police Chief Position Closes May 31, 2026

The City of Cottondale, FL, is now accepting resumes for the Chief of Police position. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing law enforcement operations while also actively serving the community through patrol and engagement.

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FAIR HOUSING – IT’S THE LAW

The City of Cottondale is a Fair Housing Advocate.  If you feel you have been discriminated against, you may call the Clerk at 850.352.4361, ask to speak with the Sherri McBride or you may file a housing discrimination complaint at:1-800-669-9777 (Toll Free) or 1-800-927-9275 (TTY), or visit hud.gov/fairhousing online.

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Fair Housing – Know your rights.

Fair Housing information can be pick up at the Cottondale City Hall or download the flyer above.

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CDBG PUBLIC HEARING FOR DISASTER RECOVERY

Jul 27, 2021

NOTICE OF CDBG PUBLIC HEARING FOR DISASTER RECOVERY INFRASTRUCTURE  EL AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA ESTÁ DISPONIBLE EN ESPAÑOL EN EL SITIO WEB DE LA CIUDAD DE COTTONDALE (www.cityofcottondale.net) The City of Cottondale is applying for Rebuild Florida General...

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PO Box 398; 2659 Front Street, Cottondale, Florida
+1 850 352 4361
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Fill out & drop off at City Hall between 7 – 3:30 PM Monday – Friday or send by email. Call for help 850.352.4361.

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Things to Know

Public Record Notice: Under the Florida Sunshine law, email addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to the City of Cottondale. If you do not want the information released in response to a public records request, do not include the information in your message.

The City of Cottondale is a Section 504/ADA compliant advocate. If you feel you have been discriminated against, you may contact the City Clerk at 850.352.4361.

Equal Opportunity Employer

“The City of Cottondale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have any questions about equal employment opportunities or feel you may have been discriminated against, contact the City Clerk at 850.352.4361.

Fair housing

The City of Cottondale is a Fair Housing Advocate. If you feel you have been discriminated against, you may contact the City Clerk at 850.352.4361 or file a housing discrimination complaint at:1-800-669-9777 (Toll Free) or 1-800-927-9275 (TTY), or visit hud.gov/fairhousing online.

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