Welcome to the City of Panama City, Florida

Panama City, FL. is located on the panhandle of northwest Florida on beautiful St. Andrews Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Panama City is known as a popular tourist location year round offering a comfortable climate and friendly atmosphere.

Panama City's attributes provide a highly attractive living environment compatible with a variety of tastes and life styles. Cited most often are: pleasant climate, attractive housing opportunities, fishing and water sports, arts and entertainment, and a pleasing small town environment for raising a family.

New Year brings 2009 Centennial Proclamation

City Clerk- Treasurer Retirement Announcement:

Panama City, City Clerk-Treasurer, Mike Bush, has announced his retirement effective, December 16, 2008. Mike said that it has been a great honor to have served as the City Clerk-Treasurer of his hometown for the past 34 years. He stated that over the years he has had the privilege of working with many outstanding current and former City Commissioners, City Managers, and the City's current City Attorney, Rowlett Bryant, who has served in this position since 1971.

Mike said that due to a consistent history of conservative prudent leadership by the City Commission and City staff, Panama City is well positioned to deal with the current economic challenges caused by a worldwide economic recession. He said that it has been an honor to have had the opportunity to serve with a staff of public employees who really care about the citizens of their City. Mike said that as he concludes his career with the City during its centennial year he does so knowing that Panama City has a solid foundation for growth for the next 100 years.

Mike Bush is a true representative of the City's motto "Dedicated to Excellence... People Serving People". His guidance and leadership will be missed by everyone here at the City.

The Panama City Community:

As our community grows, so do our cultural opportunities. Our area is blessed with abundant natural beauty, from glittering Gulf waters and white beaches, to the oak-lined shore of St. Andrews Bay. In this setting, the arts and humanities have flourished and enriched the lives of area residents.

Panama City is fortunate to have had a strong beginning with groups such as the Music and Art Association, Friends of the Library, and Historical Society providing cultural events for many years. These groups have been joined by many others in recent years. To list just a few: Bay Arts Alliance, Junior Museum, Visual Arts Center, and the Spring Festival of Arts.

Panama City maintains 37 Parks and 2 full service marinas giving residents a wide variety of recreational activities. The City offers recreational areas with playground equipment, basketball courts, ball-fields, tennis courts, nature parks, and picnic areas. If deep sea fishing is desired, there are several charter boats to choose from at the St. Andrews Marina.

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