Pomona Park, Florida facts for kids
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Pomona Park, Florida
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| Town of Pomona Park | |
| Motto(s):
"On Beautiful Lake Broward"
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Location in Putnam County and the state of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Putnam |
| Incorporated (Town of Pomona) |
May 26, 1894 |
| Incorporated (Town of Pomona Park) | May 17, 1945 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.45 sq mi (8.92 km2) |
| • Land | 3.04 sq mi (7.88 km2) |
| • Water | 0.40 sq mi (1.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 784 |
| • Density | 257.64/sq mi (99.48/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
32181
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| Area code(s) | 386 |
| FIPS code | 12-58025 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0289160 |
Pomona Park is a small town located in Putnam County, Florida, in the United States. It is known for being "On Beautiful Lake Broward," as its motto says. The town is part of the larger Palatka, Florida area. In 2020, about 784 people lived here.
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Geography of Pomona Park
Pomona Park is located in northeastern Florida. Its exact spot is at 29.496066 degrees north and 81.600379 degrees west.
The town covers a total area of about 3.3 square miles (8.92 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 2.9 square miles (7.88 square kilometers). The rest, about 0.4 square miles (1.04 square kilometers), is water. This water includes parts of nearby lakes or rivers.
Climate in Pomona Park
The weather in Pomona Park is usually warm. It has what is called a humid subtropical climate. This means that summers are hot and humid, with lots of moisture in the air. Winters are generally mild, not too cold.
History of Pomona Park
The area that is now Pomona Park has been a town for a long time. It was first officially recognized as the "Town of Pomona" on May 26, 1894. Later, on May 17, 1945, it was re-established and became known as the "Town of Pomona Park."
How Pomona Park is Governed
Pomona Park is run by a Mayor-Council system. This means the town has a Mayor and a group of Council Members.
- The Mayor is the main leader of the town. The current Mayor is Joseph Svingala.
- The Council Members help make decisions for the town. They are CarrieAnn Evans, Alisha Kuleski, Pat Mead, and Lynda Linkswiler.
- Other important roles include the Town Clerk, Andrea Almeida, and the Town Attorney, Robert "Bobby" Pickens III. These people help manage the town's daily operations and legal matters.
Population of Pomona Park
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 301 | — | |
| 1920 | 350 | 16.3% | |
| 1930 | 400 | 14.3% | |
| 1940 | 316 | −21.0% | |
| 1950 | 443 | 40.2% | |
| 1960 | 516 | 16.5% | |
| 1970 | 578 | 12.0% | |
| 1980 | 791 | 36.9% | |
| 1990 | 663 | −16.2% | |
| 2000 | 789 | 19.0% | |
| 2010 | 912 | 15.6% | |
| 2020 | 784 | −14.0% | |
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The number of people living in Pomona Park has changed over the years. In 1910, there were 301 residents. The population grew steadily for many decades.
The highest population recorded was 912 people in 2010. By 2020, the population was 784. This shows that the town's size has varied throughout its history.
In 2020, there were 784 people living in Pomona Park. These people lived in 407 different homes, and 232 of those homes were families. In 2010, there were 912 people, 393 households, and 231 families.
See also
In Spanish: Pomona Park para niños
