65-553: Zephyrhills is a city in Pasco County, Florida , United States. The population was counted at 17,194 in the 2020 census. The city is the headquarters of the Zephyrhills bottled water company. The current mayor is Melonie Monson. Zephyrhills began as the town of Abbott on April 18, 1888, and consisted of 280.74 acres. It was briefly renamed Hegman from 1890 to 1892 until its name was reverted back to Abbott. A voting district
130-679: A humid subtropical climate ( Cfa ) and average temperatures in Dade City range from 59.2 °F in January to 82.1 °F in July and August while in Port Richey they range from 59.0 °F in January to 82.2 °F in August. PRISM Climate Group at Oregon State University As of the 2020 United States census , there were 561,891 people, 209,483 households, and 139,278 families residing in
195-403: A humid subtropical climate ( Cfa ) and average temperatures in Dade City range from 59.2 °F in January to 82.1 °F in July and August while in Port Richey they range from 59.0 °F in January to 82.2 °F in August. PRISM Climate Group at Oregon State University As of the 2020 United States census , there were 561,891 people, 209,483 households, and 139,278 families residing in
260-686: A sundown town policy forbidding Black people from living within the city limits. The city created a historic district in 1999; in 2001 the Zephyrhills Historic District was nominated for and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A Founders Day celebration is held annually in March. Zephyrhills is known for its rolling topography, hence the name. The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and warm, generally dry winters. According to
325-481: A household in the county was $ 32,969, and the median income for a family was $ 39,568. Males had a median income of $ 30,974 versus $ 23,802 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 18,439. About 7.60% of families and 10.70% of the population were below the poverty line , including 15.20% of those under age 18 and 7.70% of those age 65 or over. Though the county seat is in Dade City, duplicate county government offices and court facilities are also located in
390-481: A household in the county was $ 32,969, and the median income for a family was $ 39,568. Males had a median income of $ 30,974 versus $ 23,802 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 18,439. About 7.60% of families and 10.70% of the population were below the poverty line , including 15.20% of those under age 18 and 7.70% of those age 65 or over. Though the county seat is in Dade City, duplicate county government offices and court facilities are also located in
455-634: A local train (the last passenger train for the region north of St. Petersburg and west of Dade City) through those towns from Jacksonville and Gainesville , bound for St. Petersburg. Prior to the 1967 merger for the SCL that service had been the western branch of the ACL's Champion from New York City. Until 1968 the SCL ran its Sunland from Washington, DC and Portsmouth, VA to Tampa. The SAL Tarpon Springs branch line from Tarpon Junction 14 miles west of Tampa to Elfers and thence to Newport Richey to New Port Richey
520-536: A local train (the last passenger train for the region north of St. Petersburg and west of Dade City) through those towns from Jacksonville and Gainesville , bound for St. Petersburg. Prior to the 1967 merger for the SCL that service had been the western branch of the ACL's Champion from New York City. Until 1968 the SCL ran its Sunland from Washington, DC and Portsmouth, VA to Tampa. The SAL Tarpon Springs branch line from Tarpon Junction 14 miles west of Tampa to Elfers and thence to Newport Richey to New Port Richey
585-469: A mobile integrated health program to help those after an overdose . The program can help patients with medical and dental needs, mental health and therapy, transportation to medical appointments, withdrawal management, counseling, and shelter/housing. The agency has two arson investigators and three fire investigators that determine the origin and cause of fires throughout unincorporated Pasco County. Pasco County Fire Rescue conducts all fire inspections within
650-469: A mobile integrated health program to help those after an overdose . The program can help patients with medical and dental needs, mental health and therapy, transportation to medical appointments, withdrawal management, counseling, and shelter/housing. The agency has two arson investigators and three fire investigators that determine the origin and cause of fires throughout unincorporated Pasco County. Pasco County Fire Rescue conducts all fire inspections within
715-561: Is a county located on the west central coast of the U.S. state of Florida . According to the 2020 census , the population was 561,691, making it the eleventh-most populous county in the state. Its county seat is Dade City , and its largest city is Zephyrhills . The county is named after Samuel Pasco . Pasco County is included in the Tampa Bay Area and is primarily a bedroom community for Tampa and St. Petersburg. It includes numerous parks and trails located along rivers,
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#1732791358146780-498: Is a county located on the west central coast of the U.S. state of Florida . According to the 2020 census , the population was 561,691, making it the eleventh-most populous county in the state. Its county seat is Dade City , and its largest city is Zephyrhills . The county is named after Samuel Pasco . Pasco County is included in the Tampa Bay Area and is primarily a bedroom community for Tampa and St. Petersburg. It includes numerous parks and trails located along rivers,
845-486: Is directly west of Polk and Sumter counties, north of Hillsborough and Pinellas counties, and south of Hernando County. Pasco County was created on June 2, 1887, from the southern third of Hernando County. The same legislation also created Citrus County from the northern third of Hernando County. The county was named after Samuel Pasco , who had just been elected to the United States Senate . Dade City
910-415: Is directly west of Polk and Sumter counties, north of Hillsborough and Pinellas counties, and south of Hernando County. Pasco County was created on June 2, 1887, from the southern third of Hernando County. The same legislation also created Citrus County from the northern third of Hernando County. The county was named after Samuel Pasco , who had just been elected to the United States Senate . Dade City
975-781: Is not a part of the Pasco County Library Cooperative. Since the library is independent, it issues its own library cards. Cards are free for all Pasco County residents and for those who pay property taxes to the city of New Port Richey. Members of libraries which have reciprocal borrowing agreements with the NPR library are also issued free cards. Recreational areas include Hudson Beach, The New Port Richey Recreation & Aquatic Center, Odessa Community Park , Moon Lake Park , Land o' Lakes Heritage Park , Land o' Lakes Recreation Complex , Robert K Rees Memorial Park, Veterans Memorial Park, J. Ben Harrill Recreation Complex,
1040-644: Is not a part of the Pasco County Library Cooperative. Since the library is independent, it issues its own library cards. Cards are free for all Pasco County residents and for those who pay property taxes to the city of New Port Richey. Members of libraries which have reciprocal borrowing agreements with the NPR library are also issued free cards. Recreational areas include Hudson Beach, The New Port Richey Recreation & Aquatic Center, Odessa Community Park , Moon Lake Park , Land o' Lakes Heritage Park , Land o' Lakes Recreation Complex , Robert K Rees Memorial Park, Veterans Memorial Park, J. Ben Harrill Recreation Complex,
1105-572: Is served by Pasco County Public Transportation on routes #30, #33, and #54. The city is served by Zephyrhills Municipal Airport . It was also once served by the 1927-built Zephyrhills Depot on the Atlantic Coast Line , which is now the Zephyrhills Depot Museum at a city park near the airport. More than 70,000 skydives are performed annually on the airport at Skydive City, Inc., the largest woman-owned drop zone in
1170-680: Is the law enforcement agency responsible for Pasco County and is the county's largest law enforcement agency. Pasco County Fire Rescue ( PCFR ) provides fire protection and emergency medical services throughout the county. Pasco County Fire Rescue has 30 stations placed around the county. Their headquarters, located in Land o' Lakes holds the administration, staff chief, public information, community risk reduction, and ambulance billing departments. The ambulance billing department oversees all ambulance billing including Citrus County , and Hernando County fire rescue. Pasco County Fire Rescue also has
1235-630: Is the law enforcement agency responsible for Pasco County and is the county's largest law enforcement agency. Pasco County Fire Rescue ( PCFR ) provides fire protection and emergency medical services throughout the county. Pasco County Fire Rescue has 30 stations placed around the county. Their headquarters, located in Land o' Lakes holds the administration, staff chief, public information, community risk reduction, and ambulance billing departments. The ambulance billing department oversees all ambulance billing including Citrus County , and Hernando County fire rescue. Pasco County Fire Rescue also has
1300-540: Is the responsible law enforcement agency within the incorporated City of New Port Richey . Port Richey: The Port Richey Fire Department provides fire protection services within the City of Port Richey . The Department has 1 Fire station located within the City. Pasco County Fire Rescue covers all emergency medical services for the Port Richey Fire Department. Port Richey Police Department
1365-408: Is the responsible law enforcement agency within the incorporated City of New Port Richey . Port Richey: The Port Richey Fire Department provides fire protection services within the City of Port Richey . The Department has 1 Fire station located within the City. Pasco County Fire Rescue covers all emergency medical services for the Port Richey Fire Department. Port Richey Police Department
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#17327913581461430-431: Is the responsible law enforcement agency within the incorporated City of Port Richey . Dade City: Dade City Police Department is the responsible law enforcement agency covering incorporated Dade City . Pasco County Fire Rescue covers all fire protection and emergency medical services for the City of Dade City Zephyrhills: Zephyrhills Police Department is the responsible law enforcement agency within
1495-431: Is the responsible law enforcement agency within the incorporated City of Port Richey . Dade City: Dade City Police Department is the responsible law enforcement agency covering incorporated Dade City . Pasco County Fire Rescue covers all fire protection and emergency medical services for the City of Dade City Zephyrhills: Zephyrhills Police Department is the responsible law enforcement agency within
1560-728: The Southland through Trilby and Tarpon Springs , en route to St. Petersburg. The train was unusual for providing passenger service direct from Chicago (via the Pennsylvania ), Cincinnati and Atlanta on a direct route through the western part of the Florida peninsula, bypassing Jacksonville . The Seaboard Coast Line (a merged line from the Atlantic Coast Line and the Seaboard Coast Line) until 1971 ran
1625-416: The Southland through Trilby and Tarpon Springs , en route to St. Petersburg. The train was unusual for providing passenger service direct from Chicago (via the Pennsylvania ), Cincinnati and Atlanta on a direct route through the western part of the Florida peninsula, bypassing Jacksonville . The Seaboard Coast Line (a merged line from the Atlantic Coast Line and the Seaboard Coast Line) until 1971 ran
1690-589: The Gulf of Mexico , lakes, and highway/railroad right-of-ways. Several nudist resorts are located in Pasco. It has become known as the "naturist capital of the United States," beginning with a development in 1941. West Pasco includes retirement areas, commercial fishing, and suburbs of Tampa. The Suncoast Parkway as well as U.S. 19, U.S. 41, U.S. 98, U.S. 301, and Interstate 75 all pass through Pasco. The county
1755-424: The Gulf of Mexico , lakes, and highway/railroad right-of-ways. Several nudist resorts are located in Pasco. It has become known as the "naturist capital of the United States," beginning with a development in 1941. West Pasco includes retirement areas, commercial fishing, and suburbs of Tampa. The Suncoast Parkway as well as U.S. 19, U.S. 41, U.S. 98, U.S. 301, and Interstate 75 all pass through Pasco. The county
1820-1030: The Jay Starkey Preserve , Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park , a section of the Suncoast Trail , a section of the Withlacoochee State Trail , Conner Preserve , Cypress Creek Preserve , Withlacoochee River Park , and Crews Lake Wilderness Park . Kayaking, canoeing, sailing, power boating, jet skiing, and fishing are popular along the coast, and large tracts are preserved from development. Environmental lands acquired for preservation include Aripeka Sandhills Preserve , Boy Scout Preserve , Cypress Creek Preserve, Pasco County , Jumping Gully Preserve , Pasco Palms Preserve , Tierra Del Sol Preserve and Upper Pithlachascotee River Preserve . 28°18′N 82°26′W / 28.30°N 82.44°W / 28.30; -82.44 Pasco County Fire Rescue Pasco County
1885-505: The Köppen climate classification system, Zephyrhills has a humid subtropical climate , abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps. As of the 2020 United States census , there were 17,194 people, 7,178 households, and 4,174 families residing in the city. Of the total population in 2020, 4.4% were under 5 years old, 18.1% were under 18 years old, and 35.7% were 65 years and over. 54.9% of the population were female. There were 1,548 veterans living in
1950-453: The incorporated City of Zephyrhills . In September 2020, Pasco County Fire Rescue took over all fire rescue service responsibilities for the City of Zephyrhills . Public schools in the county are operated by Pasco County Schools . The county has seen explosive growth in student enrollment, increasing from 46,458 students in the 1999-2000 year to 65,126 in the 2007-2008 year, an increase of 18,668 or 40.2%. The projected enrollment for
2015-453: The incorporated City of Zephyrhills . In September 2020, Pasco County Fire Rescue took over all fire rescue service responsibilities for the City of Zephyrhills . Public schools in the county are operated by Pasco County Schools . The county has seen explosive growth in student enrollment, increasing from 46,458 students in the 1999-2000 year to 65,126 in the 2007-2008 year, an increase of 18,668 or 40.2%. The projected enrollment for
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2080-419: The poverty threshold . As of the 2010 United States census , there were 13,288 people, 5,977 households, and 3,643 families residing in the city. The Zephyrhills Public Library was founded in 1912. According to the city's website, "The Library provides open and equal access to the resources and services of the library. The Library seeks to encourage reading and the use of technology for life-long learning and
2145-554: The 1960s. The growth began along the Gulf coast but is now occurring most rapidly in areas north of Tampa. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 868 square miles (2,250 km ), of which 747 sq mi (1,930 km ) is land and 122 sq mi (320 km ) (14.0%) is water. A portion of Eastern Pasco County contains rolling topography with elevations from 100 to 160 ft (30 to 49 m), along with San Antonio and St. Leo. The county has
2210-503: The 1960s. The growth began along the Gulf coast but is now occurring most rapidly in areas north of Tampa. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 868 square miles (2,250 km ), of which 747 sq mi (1,930 km ) is land and 122 sq mi (320 km ) (14.0%) is water. A portion of Eastern Pasco County contains rolling topography with elevations from 100 to 160 ft (30 to 49 m), along with San Antonio and St. Leo. The county has
2275-464: The 2007-2008 was 64,674, so the actual enrollment was 452 students over the projection. Yearly, the school district has grown 2,489 or 5.4%, which has led to the building of one new school a year. The enrollment in 2020 is up to 81,157 students with a total of 10,151 staff. The Pasco County Library Cooperative (PCLC) is the public library system that serves residents of Pasco County. It consists of seven branch libraries and one cooperative partner,
2340-464: The 2007-2008 was 64,674, so the actual enrollment was 452 students over the projection. Yearly, the school district has grown 2,489 or 5.4%, which has led to the building of one new school a year. The enrollment in 2020 is up to 81,157 students with a total of 10,151 staff. The Pasco County Library Cooperative (PCLC) is the public library system that serves residents of Pasco County. It consists of seven branch libraries and one cooperative partner,
2405-731: The Brooksville Subdivision which runs close to US 41 and the Vitis Subdivision, which runs southeast into Lakeland . Notable abandoned railroad lines include a former branch of the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad northwest of Trilacoochee (formerly Owensboro Junction) that became part of the Withlacoochee State Trail , a segment of the Seaboard Air Line Railroad branch stretching from Zephyrhills to Trilacoochee,
2470-426: The Brooksville Subdivision which runs close to US 41 and the Vitis Subdivision, which runs southeast into Lakeland . Notable abandoned railroad lines include a former branch of the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad northwest of Trilacoochee (formerly Owensboro Junction) that became part of the Withlacoochee State Trail , a segment of the Seaboard Air Line Railroad branch stretching from Zephyrhills to Trilacoochee,
2535-595: The City of Zephyrhills. The original depot was relocated 200 feet (61 m) west of its original location. Restoration of the 2,700 square feet (250 m) building began in 1997 with a Grant from the State Department of Transportation. The Historical Preservation Committee and the Zephyrhills Historical Association worked together to complete the restoration. The Zephyrhills Depot Museum opened on October 20, 1998. Zephyrhills
2600-598: The New Port Richey area on the west side of the county. Politically, the county has been a swing area over the past quarter century. However, three of the last four elections have trended strongly Republican in Presidential elections, with 2008 being the exception. Although the GOP had the most votes in 2008 at the time, it was by a much smaller margin than the previous 2004 election and in subsequent elections, when
2665-423: The New Port Richey area on the west side of the county. Politically, the county has been a swing area over the past quarter century. However, three of the last four elections have trended strongly Republican in Presidential elections, with 2008 being the exception. Although the GOP had the most votes in 2008 at the time, it was by a much smaller margin than the previous 2004 election and in subsequent elections, when
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2730-655: The Zephyrhills Public Library. The Pasco County Libraries operated on a budget of $ 6,205,291 for fiscal year 2016–2017. Pasco Libraries circulated 2,623,024 items during that period. The head of library services reports to the Assistant County Administrator for Public Services. The New Port Richey Public Library is located in the New Port Richey area of Pasco County. It is the only public library in Pasco County that
2795-429: The Zephyrhills Public Library. The Pasco County Libraries operated on a budget of $ 6,205,291 for fiscal year 2016–2017. Pasco Libraries circulated 2,623,024 items during that period. The head of library services reports to the Assistant County Administrator for Public Services. The New Port Richey Public Library is located in the New Port Richey area of Pasco County. It is the only public library in Pasco County that
2860-425: The city and 8.0% were foreign born persons. In 2020, 89.8% of households had a computer and 81.6% of households had a broadband internet subscription. In 2020, 18.1% of the population under the age of 65 lived with a disability and 20.1% of that same population did not have health insurance. In 2020, the median household income was $ 36,799 and the per capita income was $ 21,848. 17.8% of the population lived below
2925-521: The county. As of the census of 2000 , there were 344,765 people, 147,566 households, and 99,016 families residing in the county. The population density was 463 inhabitants per square mile (179/km ). There were 173,717 housing units at an average density of 233 per square mile (90/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 93.70% White , 2.07% Black or African American , 0.35% Native American , 0.94% Asian , 0.03% Pacific Islander , 1.52% from other races , and 1.38% from two or more races. 5.69% of
2990-521: The county. As of the census of 2000 , there were 344,765 people, 147,566 households, and 99,016 families residing in the county. The population density was 463 inhabitants per square mile (179/km ). There were 173,717 housing units at an average density of 233 per square mile (90/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 93.70% White , 2.07% Black or African American , 0.35% Native American , 0.94% Asian , 0.03% Pacific Islander , 1.52% from other races , and 1.38% from two or more races. 5.69% of
3055-492: The enhancement of the community's quality of life." Library personnel also staff the city's Depot Museum. The library is managed by a Library Advisory Board and is a member of the Pasco County Library Cooperative . A new library was built in 2014 just north of the old library. The Zephyrhills Depot Museum originated with the 1989 purchase of the 1927 Atlantic Coast Line Depot from CSX Railroad by
3120-634: The former Tampa and Thonotosassa Railroad along the east side of US 301 that spanned from Sulphur Springs to Zephyrhills, part of the Orange Belt Railway which became the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad which ran from St. Petersburg and entered the county in what is today Trinity to Trilby (abandoned during the early to mid-1970s), and a branch of the Seaboard Air Line that ran through Holiday , Elfers and into New Port Richey . The Atlantic Coast Line Railroad until 1957 ran
3185-496: The former Tampa and Thonotosassa Railroad along the east side of US 301 that spanned from Sulphur Springs to Zephyrhills, part of the Orange Belt Railway which became the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad which ran from St. Petersburg and entered the county in what is today Trinity to Trilby (abandoned during the early to mid-1970s), and a branch of the Seaboard Air Line that ran through Holiday , Elfers and into New Port Richey . The Atlantic Coast Line Railroad until 1957 ran
3250-444: The population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. There were 147,566 households, out of which 23.50% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.60% were married couples living together, 8.90% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.90% were non-families. 27.30% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.90% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size
3315-444: The population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. There were 147,566 households, out of which 23.50% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.60% were married couples living together, 8.90% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.90% were non-families. 27.30% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.90% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size
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#17327913581463380-479: The raw vote for the Republican candidate increased every time. Pasco County Public Transportation provides bus service throughout Pasco County. CSX operates three rail lines within the county. Dade City and Zephyrhills are served with a line from Plant City. Amtrak formerly provided passenger rail service to Dade City on that line, but the stop was terminated in late 2004. The other two lines include
3445-420: The raw vote for the Republican candidate increased every time. Pasco County Public Transportation provides bus service throughout Pasco County. CSX operates three rail lines within the county. Dade City and Zephyrhills are served with a line from Plant City. Amtrak formerly provided passenger rail service to Dade City on that line, but the stop was terminated in late 2004. The other two lines include
3510-636: The unincorporated portions of the county. The Pasco County Jail is managed by the Pasco County Corrections Department. New Port Richey: The New Port Richey Fire Department provides fire protection services within the City of New Port Richey . The Department has 2 Fire stations located within the City. Pasco County Fire Rescue covers all emergency medical services for the New Port Richey Fire Department. New Port Richey Police Department
3575-457: The unincorporated portions of the county. The Pasco County Jail is managed by the Pasco County Corrections Department. New Port Richey: The New Port Richey Fire Department provides fire protection services within the City of New Port Richey . The Department has 2 Fire stations located within the City. Pasco County Fire Rescue covers all emergency medical services for the New Port Richey Fire Department. New Port Richey Police Department
3640-457: The world, founded in 1990 by Joannie Murphy and Susan Perkins Stark. CSX Transportation's Wildwood Subdivision goes through the eastern parts of Zephyrhills. The Zephyrhills Police Department consists of about 35 officers that cover the incorporated City of Zephyrhills. In September 2020, Pasco County Fire Rescue took over all fire and rescue service responsibilities for the City of Zephyrhills. Pasco County, Florida Pasco County
3705-402: Was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.77. In the county, the population was spread out, with 20.20% under the age of 18, 5.80% from 18 to 24, 24.10% from 25 to 44, 23.10% from 45 to 64, and 26.80% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females there were 92.20 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.10 males. The median income for
3770-402: Was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.77. In the county, the population was spread out, with 20.20% under the age of 18, 5.80% from 18 to 24, 24.10% from 25 to 44, 23.10% from 45 to 64, and 26.80% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females there were 92.20 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.10 males. The median income for
3835-463: Was an important industry when the county was formed, although a decline followed a freeze in 1895. Several large sawmills operated in the county in the early part of the 20th century. During the Florida land boom of the 1920s, New Port Richey became the winter home of silent screen star Thomas Meighan and golfer Gene Sarazen ; Meighan attempted to bring other Hollywood figures to the city. The county has experienced significant population growth since
3900-463: Was an important industry when the county was formed, although a decline followed a freeze in 1895. Several large sawmills operated in the county in the early part of the 20th century. During the Florida land boom of the 1920s, New Port Richey became the winter home of silent screen star Thomas Meighan and golfer Gene Sarazen ; Meighan attempted to bring other Hollywood figures to the city. The county has experienced significant population growth since
3965-540: Was established in 1893 followed by a post office in 1896. In 1909, Captain Howard B. Jeffries, a Civil War Union veteran from Pennsylvania, purchased 35,000 acres and created the Zephyrhills Colony Company with a plan to create a community for Civil War veterans. In 1910 the town voted to change its name to Zephyrhills; it was incorporated in 1914. In 1941, one resident reported that Zephyrhills had
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#17327913581464030-520: Was lost its passenger service and became listed as freight only between 1932 and 1938. The freight branch was truncated to Elfers in 1943. The tracks from Elfers and Chemical (an industrial area in the extreme southwest part of the county along the Anclote River west of Holiday) to Tarpon Springs were removed in the late 1980s, leaving the western half of the county without freight rail service. Pasco County: The Pasco County Sheriff's Office
4095-458: Was lost its passenger service and became listed as freight only between 1932 and 1938. The freight branch was truncated to Elfers in 1943. The tracks from Elfers and Chemical (an industrial area in the extreme southwest part of the county along the Anclote River west of Holiday) to Tarpon Springs were removed in the late 1980s, leaving the western half of the county without freight rail service. Pasco County: The Pasco County Sheriff's Office
4160-669: Was named the temporary county seat until a popular vote was held in 1889, at which time voters made Dade City the permanent county seat. As early as 1917, residents of the western part of the county proposed forming a separate county or merging with Pinellas County, as Dade City was not centrally located in the county. The issue was finally resolved in the late 1970s with the construction of identical government centers in both Dade City and New Port Richey. The earliest towns were Anclote, Blanton, Dade City , Earnestville, Fort Dade (not to be confused with Fort Dade on Egmont Key ), Macon ( Trilby ), Lacoochee , St. Leo , and San Antonio . Citrus
4225-669: Was named the temporary county seat until a popular vote was held in 1889, at which time voters made Dade City the permanent county seat. As early as 1917, residents of the western part of the county proposed forming a separate county or merging with Pinellas County, as Dade City was not centrally located in the county. The issue was finally resolved in the late 1970s with the construction of identical government centers in both Dade City and New Port Richey. The earliest towns were Anclote, Blanton, Dade City , Earnestville, Fort Dade (not to be confused with Fort Dade on Egmont Key ), Macon ( Trilby ), Lacoochee , St. Leo , and San Antonio . Citrus
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