Pasco County was created in 1887 from the southern part of Hernando County. It was named for Samuel Pasco, who served in the Confederate Army, the state legislature and in the United States Senate from 1887 to 1899. The earliest towns were Anclote, Blanton, Dade City, Earnestville, Fort Dade, Macon (Trilby), Lacoochee and San Antonio. Citrus 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 twentieth 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 the 1960s. The growth began along the Gulf coast but is now occurring most rapidly in areas north of Tampa.

Located on the Gulf of Mexico in the Tampa Bay area, Pasco is part of a nine-county region referred to as the "Nature Coast." Pasco County has a total of 742 square miles with more than 100 square miles of managed recreational facilities, including parks, four artificial reefs (one made up of surplus military tanks), more than 25 golf courses, and three State-designated canoe trails. The possibilities to enjoy the outdoors and nature are unlimited.

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Pasco County Government

The Land O' Lakes office focuses on community services, emergency response, and utilities management for local development.

Land O' Lakes

Pasco County Government's headquarters in New Port Richey, FL, United States

The Dade City office focuses on public safety, utilities management, and administrative support for Pasco County operations.

Dade City

This department oversees and coordinates various projects and programs to ensure alignment and successful execution.

Program Management

This department provides support and coordination for various administrative functions within the organization.

Administrative Services

This department focuses on the development and management of park design, planning, and resource allocation.

Parks Planning

This department manages and supports the organization's technology infrastructure and security systems.

Information Technology

This department oversees and coordinates all aspects of project planning, execution, and delivery.

Project Management

This department is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing strategies to prepare for and respond to emergencies and disasters.

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