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Welcome to LARGO TODAY, News from the City Manager. You can find a copy of this edition and previous eNews at Largo.com/LargoToday. Stay up-to-date on the superior services the City of Largo offers to our residents, businesses, and visitors to build the "Community of Choice in Tampa Bay."
-Henry Schubert, City Manager
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THIS WEEK IN LARGO - JUNE 2, 2023 |
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14-YEAR-OLD DEV SHAH (LARGO, FL) WINS THE NATIONAL SPELLING BEE! |
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Congratulations to Largo's own, Dev Shah, for winning the 95th National Spelling Bee! Dev Shah, an eighth grader from Morgan Fitzgerald Middle School, spelled "psammophile" correctly to win the National Bee and the $50,000 prize on Thursday night in National Harbor, Maryland.
You make Largo proud, Dev!
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PLAY EXPRESS IS BACK FOR SUMMER! |
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CELEBRATING ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL NEIGHBORHOOD GRANT: APPLY TODAY! |
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City team members were thrilled to celebrate another successful Neighborhood Grant project with the Penthouse Groves Association for their landscaping updates focused on Florida native and Florida friendly plants that was completed this Spring. Largo's Neighborhood Grant Program is available to any Largo resident or community group that is looking to beautify their neighborhood through a community project.
The Neighborhood Grant Program provides matching grants, of up to $3,000. The program requires a match for requested funds which can be met with volunteer hours, cash, and/or in-kind donations. Successful grants have included: landscaping updates, neighborhood entryway signs, free little library, and community fence improvements. If you're interested in a community project for your neighborhood, learn more at Largo.com/NeighborhoodGrant.
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Join the Pride Splash Party on Fri, June 9, from 7-9pm at Highland Aquatic Center for a family-friendly pool party as we celebrate Pride Month and come together for our LGBTQ+ community and allies. This event will feature a live DJ, swimming, food, games, a clothing swap and contests hosted by Mr. St. Pete Pride- Vyn Suazion! Cost is $5 per person sold at the door. Open to all ages.
For more information about the event, or to become a sponsor, call (727)587-6740 ext. 5017. For more ways to celebrate Pride in Largo, visit Largo.com/Pride!
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The construction of the Woodrow Park Improvements continues with the current focus on the installation of new sidewalks and preparation of the new playground and exercise areas. Design modifications have been initiated to better protect the existing trees and to address unforeseen issues encountered on the project. In the upcoming weeks, the work on the basketball court improvements, new drinking fountain, and art sculpture foundation will begin.
Woodrow Park is closed during the construction of the project. The City has posted signs at the park notifying park visitors of the park closure.
For questions, please contact Largo Engineering at nshaw@largo.com or 727-587-6713 Ext. 4417.
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SHARE YOUR BUDGET PRIORITIES |
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Mark your calendar! City team members will be around town to connect with residents about their priorities for the City’s proposed budget and upcoming projects for Fiscal Year 2024. Please join us to meet the budget team, ask questions, and share your input at the following locations (drop in anytime):
- Saturday, June 3: 10am-1pm at the Hurricane Expo at Highpoint Elementary School (5921 150th Ave N)
- Tuesday, June 20: 2-4pm at Indian Rocks Fresh Market (12788 Indian Rocks Rd)
- Thursday, July 13: 10am-12pm at the Largo Public Library (120 Central Park Dr)
- Thursday, July 20: 1-3pm at Save-A-Lot (100 Clearwater Largo Rd)
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BE PREPARED FOR STORM SEASON AT THE 2023 HURRICANE EXPO |
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On Saturday, June 3, from 10am-1pm, Pinellas County and Largo Fire Rescue will host a free hurricane preparedness expo at High Point Elementary School at 5291 150th Ave N in Clearwater. Learn how to be prepared before, during, and after the storm with information including disaster kits and where to find shelter. Chief Meteorologist Denis Phillips of ABC Action News Tampa Bay will join the event for a meet and greet with attendees and various agencies and businesses on site to share preparedness tips. |
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HOMEBUYERS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND UPCOMING HOUSING EXPO |
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Are you interested in purchasing a home here in Largo? The 2023 HOPE (Homeownership for People Everywhere) Expo is your opportunity to meet with the Largo Housing Services team while learning the home-buying process, programs available to assist with the down payment, and how to qualify for a mortgage.
The FREE informational workshop and exhibit for potential homebuyers will be offered on Saturday, June 10, from 9am-4pm at Raymond James Financial Center. Classes are offered in English and Spanish. Attendees will receive a certificate after the workshops at the Expo, which fulfills one of the requirements for most down payment assistance programs.
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HORIZON WEST BAY CONSTRUCTION |
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Construction of Horizon West Bay which includes Largo City Hall is underway. As of May 31, 2023, work continues on the following tasks:
- Sitework
- Underground Utilities
- Concrete Elevator Shafts
- Parking Garage Precast Concrete Beams and Panels
Road closures for the duration of the project include:
- 4th Street NW, between West Bay to 1st Ave NW
- 5th Street NW, between West Bay to 1st Ave NW
- 1st Avenue NW, between 4th Street to 5th Street
Largo’s new mixed-use complex, Horizon West Bay, sets a vision to attract new restaurants, cafes, and retailers to Downtown Largo. The facility will be located on the northern 400 block of West Bay Drive in Downtown. View more information and ways to stay informed on the latest updates at HorizonWestBay.com. Get the most up-to-date information on projects happening Downtown by signing up for the Downtown eNewsletter. |
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