SEPTEMBER 2021
Greetings from City Hall!
We are in the dog days of summer, it's hot as …, and we continue to do what we do…..deliver top notch services to the community, with all departments operating at peak effort under very trying conditions that continue to exist in society. As all of you know, the pandemic is not over, the Delta variant is still wreaking havoc on many, but we have to find a way to beat it down. Here in City Hall, we are taking all reasonable precautions to protect our employees, and any citizen that has business to conduct inside one of our buildings. We are following the same protocols that we have all along…..social distancing, washing hands often, staying compartmentalized in our offices, wearing masks where appropriate, and we encourage employees to get vaccinated wherever possible.
On to more positive things……a few project updates.
BMX Re-build – If you drive by Tampa Road, you’ll see that the hills of the old track have been demolished. The vertical construction of the new track is scheduled to start on September 7th. Naturally, in the current environment, that date is likely to be tentative, but believe it or not, they are currently on schedule to complete the contract by February 2022. There are a lot of people who can’t wait for the days of bike racing to return to Oldsmar!
Burbank Road Extension – The roadwork is finished!!!! Unfortunately, the extension is not open yet, because CSX has not completed the railway crossing. We are very close, and it could be in use very soon, so stay tuned. We will make a big announcement as soon as you can use it!
Harbor Palms Infrastructure – Phase 2 of this long overdue residential project is underway, although moving slowly. We are replacing water lines, sewer lines, sidewalks, curbs and replacing streets in one of our oldest neighborhoods. Phase 1 is complete, and the residents’ reaction has been extremely positive. We are hoping for the same results during this Phase, with one more to go after this one. We appreciate the patience shown by the residents of that area. It will all have been worth it once its complete.
Downtown Development – We are in the midst of negotiations with a developer for each of our two biggest areas of city property, first next to City Hall, and another next to the Library. There is plenty of additional information about each in the section below, so be sure to check out the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section. Also remember that all Council meetings are videotaped and streamed live, so you can watch the process in action. See below for instructions on how to view.
We’ve dodged a few emergencies with recent storms, and want to send our well wishes to the brave people of New Orleans, who have recently encountered Hurricane Ida, reported to be a Category 4 when it made landfall. The good news was that the levees held this time around, which was a disastrous failure during Hurricane Katrina. In spite of that, the damage has still been incredible, and the dollar value of property losses continues to mount. Please keep those people in your thoughts and prayers, and help out any way you can, because that can easily be us, given that we live in such a vulnerable area to flood waters. Along that line, remember to have a hurricane emergency plan, and be ready for anything. We are just coming into what is normally the most active part of the season, so City staff is staying super vigilant, in case we are called to emergency duty.
Have a great Labor Day weekend, and kids have a great school year. Let’s remember all of the great things we have and make the most of them. Hug your kids!!!!
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Oldsmar City Council Meetings/Work Sessions & Advisory Boards Meetings
are live streamed for online viewing via the City's official YouTube Channel. Subscribe to receive notifications of future live streaming events.
NOTE: CITY COUNCIL MTG FOR TUES, SEPT 21
HAS BEEN MOVED TO WED, SEPT 22
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City Offices, Library, and Facilities will be closed on MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
Normal business will resume on Tuesday, September 7.
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SUNDAY, SEPT 12, 9AM-12PM
BOLTSMAR HOCKEY RINK
Oldsmar Sports Complex
3120 Tampa Road
Only 30 spots per time slot
Ages 3-6: 9-9:45am
Ages 7-9: 10-10:45am
Ages 10-15: 11-11:45am
FREE clinic of socially skills/drills
run by Lightning alumni & staff.
Masks highly recommended.
No equipment? No experience?
NO PROBLEM!
All skill levels invited to try out the great sport of hockey. Ball hockey stick provided if needed. No other equipment necessary.
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Struggling to make & stick to a budget? Spending more at the grocery store? Worried about retirement?
Join Sustainable Oldsmar and partners
to explore ways to become more
financially secure.
Click on title to register for segment
Thurs, Sept 16, 6-7pm (virtual)
Sat, Sept 25, 9:30-10:30am (hybrid)
Strategies for Today & Tomorrow
Thurs, Sept 30, 6-7pm (virtual)
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As part of City Council's Connected City efforts, podcasts have been created to educate our community on programs, events, and government topics. Be sure to to follow 'Experience Oldsmar' on your podcast platforms!
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Do you know someone looking for their next employment opportunity? The City of Oldsmar is currently seeking full & part-time applicants. Full-time benefits include medical/dental/life insurance, 401(a) contributions plan, paid sick/holidays/vacation & much more.
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Pinellas County's fertilizer ordinance bans the sale & use of any lawn or landscape fertilizer with nitrogen or phosphorous now through September 30 to protect our aquatic environment during the rainy season. Use Florida-Friendly yard products that contain iron & other micronutrients to ensure healthy lawns.
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The 2021 All-Hazard and Hurricane Preparedness Guide from Pinellas County is now available. This publication contains vital information to help you prepare for a storm or disaster. Copies available at City Hall, Library, & Cypress Forest Recreation Center.
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Hurricanes, tropical storms, and continuous rain can create flood hazards - especially with high tide & storm surges. It's not uncommon to hear about projected flooding of areas. Knowing your flood zone will help you prepare & plan beforehand to protect your property.
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Receive alerts about emergencies & other essential City news by signing up for ALERT Pinellas - a FREE service to residents & businesses. You choose how to receive alerts and can enter up to five different Pinellas County locations for notifications. An excellent resource for the 2021 Hurricane Season.
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In order to know when to evacuate, you need to know which zone your property is located. Don't know? Don't worry - Pinellas County provides this specific information. Additionally, you'll see the closest accommodations to help you plan ahead.
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100 State Street West, Oldsmar 34677
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