Welcome to Historic Apalachicola, Florida

Apalachicola is a close-knit community of hard-working, friendly people who enjoy the good life that thorough historical preservation, beautiful wildlife, and easy water access allow. Each day in our fair city begins with a brilliant sunrise reflecting off the Apalachicola Bay and ends with a red-hued sunset over miles of wildlands. Small town restaurants, shops, and bars offer an array of delights for citizens and visitors alike. A fascinating history and maritime culture, bountiful natural resources, fresh local seafood, and hardy loyal citizens create an unparalleled quality of life here in the Florida panhandle.

WARNING!
The "Hacking" campaign continues. All residents should exercise caution if you receive any unusual invoicing from any individual or entity claiming to be the City of Apalachicola. Reach out to the City Offices in the event you receive anything unusual by email, anything that is requesting you to remit money that you are unfamiliar with.

Community Workshop

December 4, 2025

The City is hosting a Community Workshop next Tuesday, December 9, at 6 pm at the Chapman Auditorium.

The agenda can be found on our Agendas & Minutes page.

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City Manager Update

December 3, 2025

Click here to view the City Manager Update from the Dec 2, 2025 City Commission Meeting.

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12.2.25 CC Workshop & Regular Meeting: LIVE

December 1, 2025

Click here for the CC Workshop Meeting live.

Click here for the CC Regular Meeting live.

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Weekly Manager Update

November 25, 2025

Click here to view the weekly manager update.

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Water Quality and System Updates

November 21, 2025

Water Plant Daily Rounds Sheet

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City Meetings & Events

Report Civil Rights Violations

Equal Employment Opportunity - Lee Mathes
(850) 653-9319
lmathes@cityofapalachicola.com

504/ADA - Sheneidra Cummings
(850) 653-9319
scummings@cityofapalachicola.com

Fair Housing Coordinator - Leslie Glaze
(850) 653-9319
lglaze@cityofapalachicola.com

City of Apalachicola Fair Housing Rights Statement:
The City of Apalachicola is committed to providing a vibrant and inclusive community for everyone. As part of this commitment, we want to remind you of your rights under the Fair Housing Act. The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing including rentals, sales, and lending-based on: Race, Color, Religion, Sex (including Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation), National Origin, Familial Status (families with children under 18), and Disability. This means no one can legally be denied housing or face different rules because of who they are. View a Fair Housing Public Service Announcement Video

Section 3 Business and Employment Notice

The City of Apalachicola Board of Supervisors are preparing to carry out a Wells Rehabilitation Project CDBG-DR No: M0016 construction project through the use of Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds. In the implementation of this project the following job types may be available: Painter, Laborer (Common or General), Laborer (Pipelayer), Operator (Backhoe/Excavator), Operator (Bulldozer), Operator (Loader), Truck Driver (Includes 4 axel, Distributor, Dump, Lowboy and Tandem Trucks), Welders.

All job openings will be posted in the Human Resources Department at the City of Apalachicola City Hall, 192 Coach Wagoner Blvd Apalachicola, Fl 32320 and at the primary construction site. To the greatest extent feasible, employment and training positions will be made available to qualified persons who permanently reside in the City of Apalachicola, Florida. Persons qualified for the jobs listed should register by contacting Leslie Glaze, Apalachicola City Planner at lglaze@cityofapalachicola.com.

Additionally, to the greatest extent feasible, construction contracts and sub-contracts may be awarded to businesses located in and owned by persons residing in Franklin County. All procurements will be made on a competitive basis. The names of businesses and job seekers who respond to this notice will be given to the prime contractor for utilization in subcontractor solicitation and job offerings.

In order to be included on procurement and employment/training lists for this CDBG-DR project, interested persons and firms should register by contacting Leslie Glaze, Apalachicola City Planner lglaze@cityofapalachicola.com.

Mayor Brenda Ash - City of Apalachicola Florida

Welcome to Apalachicola!

Our beautiful city is one of the oldest port cities in the state of Florida. Established in 1831, Apalachicola boosts a rich and unique past. Glimpses of that by-gone era can still be viewed today through our charming shops, inviting parks, historic museums and acclaimed restaurants serving fresh locally-caught seafood. Additional maritime life is evident through picturesque Scipio Creek which flows into a vast ecosystem where the vital Apalachicola River meets the Apalachicola Bay, creating a natural and pristine estuary that eventually flows into the Gulf of Mexico.

This special place I call home is truly a gem and I am honored to serve as its first female mayor, a position I do not take lightly. As mayor, I am tasked with serving my fellow residents, working alongside my friends, and being an ambassador for our visitors. These are roles I eagerly embrace for I am proud to be a representative of such a remarkable city.

The name “Apalachicola” is said to mean . . . “land of friendly people.” Living and working together with my fellow Apalachicolians, I can completely vouch for the accuracy of that label and as our city continues to grow and prosper, it is my desire that the same inviting charm that intrigued you to live, work, play and visit here, will seep into your spirit and keep you here.

Again, welcome to our historic city.

Humbly,

Mayor Brenda Ash