As part of the City of Largo's ongoing commitment to making digital communications more accessible, televised public meetings, including meetings of the Largo City Commission as well as Planning and Code Boards, now feature live closed captioning. To access closed captions while watching meetings both live and on demand at Largo.com/LiveTV, select the "cc" button in the lower right corner of the viewing window. To view captions during live meetings on Spectrum, W.O.W. or Frontier cable television, please refer to your cable and video device settings.

On September 16, The Largo Police Department's Traffic Safety Unit attended the Traffic Safety Challenge Banquet. For agencies sized 100-200 officers, the Largo Police Department placed 2nd in the State of Florida. That is a high honor! Please congratulate the Traffic officers when you see them, as well as those highly proactive traffic officers in patrol. Traffic Safety Unit team is comprised of Sgt. Mike Blickensdorf, Officer Christina Silverstein, Officer Kenny Hastings, Officer Steve Calderone, Officer Drew Thornsbrough, Officer Jerry Hunt, and Officer Shane Quick.

Officer Christina Silverstein was nominated and selected, as the State of Florida Traffic Officer of the Year Award for her efforts as an outstanding DUI officer. This was voted on by panelists from the States of South Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee.

Great job Christina and the rest of the traffic unit!

The City of Largo is transitioning funding sources and program criteria for its COVID-19 Resident Assistance Program. Both the current program and new program assist with housing and utility costs for households that have suffered a financial loss due to the pandemic. The new program also provides funds for housing counseling, emergency home repairs and insurance payments.

The current Resident Assistance Program expires on September 30, 2020. Today is the last day to apply.  Applications must be complete with all required documentation by 5 PM. Case review, income certification and grant awards will be processed the following week with final approvals for cases made by September 30, 2020. The City’s new Resident Assistance Program application will open from October 7, 2020 through December 15, 2020 unless funding is expended before that date.  The new program will have streamlined paperwork requirements. For more information for both new applicants and existing applicants and clients in the program, visit Largo.com.

The electric vehicle charging station located on West Bay Drive, which is free of charge, has been reconnected and is ready to use after the completion of recent roadway improvements. This Level 2 charging station is located in the public parking lot at the intersection of 2nd St SW and 1st Ave SW. Stop by, charge up and check out all that Downtown Largo has to offer. Visit OurFutureLargo.com to see all of Largo's free Level 2 and Level 3 electric vehicle charging stations.

The City of Largo Recreation, Parks & Arts Department is excited to welcome back our patrons with a new fall season of programming at our parks and facilities. As we transition back into a more active program schedule, we want to share precautions put in place to preserve the health and safety of our staff and patrons. Please visit PlayLargo.com/PlaySmart and LargoArts.com/Safety for more information

Our next Sustainability Series is happening virtually on Facebook Live on October 17 starting at 10:30am. This month we will ask you a question: Are you recycling right? Join us to explore the world of recycling and waste and hear tips on how to reduce contamination in the recycling cart. Bring your questions to find out what can be recycled or not. Did you miss the last Sustainability Series discussion with McGough Nature Park Rangers? Watch it now on our Facebook page.

Looking for work? The City of Largo is now hiring in a number of positions, including Engineer, Library Assistant, School Crossing Guard, Bus Driver and more.

Visit Largo.com/Jobs for more information on openings, benefits and other frequently asked questions.

The City of Largo will be hosting its free ShredFest on Saturday, October 17 at the Starkey Road Collection Center (1551 Starkey Rd) from 9am-12pm, or until full capacity has been reached. This easy, drive-through event allows residents to bring up to five boxes of documents for free and secure on-site shredding and recycling. All patrons are to remain in their cars during the event.

#GetElectionReady: Are you wondering how voting may be different this year related to COVID-19 and public safety? View frequently asked questions and other important information at VotePinellas.com.

Are you up for the glow challenge? Join us for a series of fun runs to keep you exercising as a family. Dress up, get silly and have a blast at this Halloween glow-in-the-dark themed event. Participants will run along Highland's glowing beautiful trails. Pre-registration is strongly recommended to reserve your spot! Register at any of our 3 facilities. Registration form is required.