Avon Park, Administrative center in Highlands County, Florida, US
The city extends across a karst landscape with multiple lakes, providing recreational opportunities and residential areas for its population of 9,658 residents.
Oliver Martin Crosby established the first white settlement in 1884, leading to the foundation of Lake Forest in 1886 by English settlers.
The city operates under a council-manager government system, encouraging community participation through various boards and municipal commissions.
The municipality maintains essential services including fire protection and utilities, while the county sheriff department handles law enforcement responsibilities.
In 1956, the US Army Chemical Corps selected Avon Park for Operation Drop Kick, conducting military experiments involving mosquito releases.
Location: Highlands County
Inception: 1884
Elevation above the sea: 37 m
Website: http://avonpark.cc
GPS coordinates: 27.59608,-81.50609
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:38
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