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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 Largo offers residents, businesses, and visitors to build the "Community of Choice in Tampa Bay."
-John Curp, City Manager
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THIS WEEK IN LARGO - NOVEMBER 3, 2023 | |
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Fri, Nov 3, 6:30pm | Movies in the Park | Largo Central Park
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Sat/Sun, Nov 4&5 | Train Weekend | Largo Central Park
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Sat, Nov 4, 9am | Community Garage Sale | Largo Community Center
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Sat, Nov 4, 9am | Largo ShredFest | Starkey Road Recycling Center
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Tue, Nov 7, 6pm | City Commission Meeting | How to Participate
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Fri, Nov 10, 6:30pm | Movies in the Park | Largo Central Park
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Fri, Nov 10 | City Facilities Closed | View Holiday Collection Schedule
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Sat, Nov 11, 11am | Veterans Day Ceremony | Largo Central Park
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Join the City of Largo in honoring those who have served with Largo's Veterans Day Ceremony on Saturday, November 11, at 11:11am in the Military Court of Honor at Largo Central Park. A welcoming keynote, live music, and award presentations are in store to celebrate our heroes.
In recognition of our veterans, the Largo Golf Course is also offering a 12.5% discount on any individual golf activity, whether with a cart or walking, beginning Friday, November 10 through Sunday, November 12. To receive this discount, individuals must present their Veteran's identification card at the time of payment. The Largo Golf Course is located at 12500 Vonn Road.
As a reminder, City facilities will be closed on Friday, November 10, in observance of Veteran's Day on November 11. View the holiday collection schedule.
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LARGO CELEBRATES SMALL BUSINESS MONTH | |
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Small businesses are essential to the fabric of Largo’s community – creating jobs, energizing the local economy, and supporting the community’s vibrancy with ingenuity, perseverance, and philanthropy. In recognition of these entrepreneurs, the City of Largo is encouraging residents, businesses, and visitors to recognize and support small businesses during November, known as Largo Small Business Month. This special month was created by the City Commission to promote awareness of the impact local businesses have on the quality of life in Largo. Visit Largo.com to find ways to show your support and explore business services.
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ENJOY A FREE MOVIE IN LARGO CENTRAL PARK TONIGHT | |
Gather up the family, grab your blankets and chairs, and join us for a movie on the big screen tonight, Friday, November 3 at 6:30pm in Largo Central Park. Tonight's movie is The Super Mario Bros. Movie. On-site parking and snack concessions are available. No personal alcohol is permitted. Movies will be available in closed captioning. | |
FIELD DAY WITH THE CITY OF LARGO | |
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The City of Largo invites you to Field Day in the Park on Monday, November 20, 2023, from 9- 11am at Largo Central Park. This exciting event offers free games, safety training, and friendly competitions courtesy of City of Largo Team Members. Bring your family, invite your friends, and kick off your Thanksgiving Break with us. For more information, contact us at 727-587-6740 Ext. 5014.
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LARGO HOUSING UPDATES & RESOURCES | |
On October 25, 2023, the City of Largo conducted a virtual Housing For All community forum. During this event, they presented findings from the housing needs analysis and shared insights gathered from the July community forum and online survey. They also highlighted key ideas emerging from the ongoing study. Residents and stakeholders participated, providing feedback in small-group settings. | |
The City of Largo can provide income-eligible homeowners with items such as roof and air conditioner replacement, install of wheelchair ramps, and other health, safety and energy efficiency improvements. This program can provide a 0% interest deferred mortgage for health/safety/energy efficiency home improvements. Mobile homes built after June 1994 are eligible for limited improvements as well. | |  |
The Homeless Leadership Alliance of Pinellas County is seeking volunteers for the 2024 Homeless Point-in-Time Count on January 25, 2024. Volunteers would help survey the street homeless population in the Largo area. The data collected from the PIT is submitted to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development to support funding to address homelessness in Pinellas County. | | |
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1st AVE NW & RIDGE ROAD INTERSECTION CLOSURE
Biltmore Construction, the contractor for the Horizon Reclaimed Water Main Extension project, currently has the intersection of 1st Ave NW and Ridge Road closed. The purpose of this closure is to install the reclaimed water main through the intersection. This closure will be extended to Friday, November 10. Proper temporary traffic control devices are in place. Please follow the posted detour route. For questions, please contact Largo Engineering at nshaw@largo.com or 727-587-6713 Ext. 4417.
TOMMY'S CAR WASH SITE PLAN APPROVED
On October 30, 2023, the City issued a Development Order (DO) to authorize the development of the property located at 13122 Walsingham Road. The property is located on Walsingham Road and 131st Street North. The property is developing from a vacant parcel of land into a car wash. The DO allows for constructing a 4,575 square-foot car wash with 17 vacuum booms with mufflers and associated infrastructure improvements.
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Construction of Horizon West Bay which includes Largo City Hall is underway. As of November 3, 2023, work continues on the following tasks:
- Underground Utilities Interior/Exterior
- Erection of City Hall Steel
- Concrete Floor Slabs at City Hall
- Parking Garage Fire Protection
- Architectural Facades at Parking Garage
- Electrical Work at Parking Garage
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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November 8 at 2pm & 7:30pm
JAY AND THE AMERICANS, started by four teenage boys in Sandy Yaguda’s basement in 1961, is one of the lasting success stories in Rock 'N Roll history.
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November 11 at 8pm
Martin brings a new show, A Brief History of Tull! Joining him on stage will be Dan Crisp on vocal and guitar, Alan Thomson on bass and Darby Todd on percussion and drums.
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