City of Panama City Utilities Department

The Panama City-Bay County Airport and Industrial District is a political subdivision established by the Florida Legislature in 1945, dedicated to the acquisition, construction, improvement, financing, operation, and maintenance of airport projects and related developments. This authority aims to enhance the economic welfare of its residents and promote commercial and industrial growth within the district. The governing board consists of seven members, including citizens from Bay and Walton counties, with appointments from various local government bodies. Each board member serves a four-year term, with limitations set on consecutive terms, and the board convenes monthly to discuss matters related to airport and economic development. Generated from the website

Established in 1970, the Panama City Beach Police Department offers crime prevention and law enforcement services. The department operates special investigation division that improves the quality of life of citizens and visitors of the city by apprehending criminals that sell, deliver and consume illegal controlled substances. Its patrol division includes uniformed patrol officers and consists of several specialized teams. The Panama City Beach Police Department s field training division s responsibilities include the training of all new recruits in the various aspects of the field of law enforcement. The department employs more than 10 field training officers. It additionally maintains a crime scene unit and bicycle patrol division.