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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 - DECEMBER 16, 2022 |
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RECREATION, PARKS AND ARTS HOLIDAY LUNCHEON AND STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAY |
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On Wednesday December 14, the Recreation, Parks and Arts Department combined their annual all staff development day and holiday luncheon. This year’s focus was the updated Department Strategic Plan 2023-2028 and updated Vision, Mission, and Values. Team members participated in work groups and discussed their contribution to the various strategies outlined as well as the Departments new mission and vision. During the luncheon, annual awards were distributed and linked to the values and strategic key result areas. |
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The following are the awards, some awards have multiple employees representing the three divisions (Administration/Arts, Parks/Golf, and Recreation):
Values Awards:
- Integrity: Mark Abdo, Ian Collinson, Megan Rohling
- Passion: Mary Mullan, Kim Bentley, Rachel Kelly
- Collaboration: Charlie Davis, Phil Bell, Dusty Caldwell
- Collaboration was also awarded to team members of other Departments: Sgt. Ryan Dulski, PD; Julianne Perez & Aileen Carey, C&E; Will Payne & Sean Lopes, OPB
- Creativity: Rob Mondora, Jeff Hinrichs, Erika LaFontaine
Key Result Area Awards:
- Sustainability: Taylor Kahns
- Public Health & Safety: Keyshaye Patterson
- Community Building: Mike Baker
- Touching a Life: Brittany Schug
- Volunteer of the Year: Andre Jones
- Rookie of the Year: Charles Scott
- Employee of the year: Tom Mickles (Arts/Admin), Jeff Jacobsen (Parks/Golf), Juanita Halliday (Recreation)
- Professional/Technical Employee of the year: Kara Piehl (Arts/Admin), Steve Burke (Parks/Golf), Megan Sanders (Recreation)
- Manager of the Year: Christina Lorenz, Recreation Program Manager at the Community Center
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LARGO OLD FASHIONED CHRISTMAS PARADE
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17 | 12PM | DOWNTOWN LARGO
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Come enjoy the annual Largo Old Fashioned Christmas Parade hosted by the Rotary Club of Largo. This neighborhood parade, held in Downtown Largo, is the perfect way to ignite your Christmas spirit! Visit Facebook.com/LargoParade for parade routes and more information.
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EAST BAY STORAGE SITE PLAN APPROVED |
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On December 9, the City issued a Development Order to authorize the redevelopment of the property located at 110 Highland Avenue SE. The property is located on the east side of Highland Ave SE south of East Bay Drive. The property is redeveloping from vacant land into a 3-story, climate-controlled, self-storage facility with six covered RV and boat storage garages, installing landscaping, and completing related infrastructure improvements. The approved site plan meets all conditions of the Development Agreement (DA19-001) that was approved by City Commission on March 11, 2020. |
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McGOUGH NATURE PARK SURVEY
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The McGough Nature Park boardwalk needs to be reconstructed to maintain durability, safety, and comfort. City team members are applying for a grant to fund significant updates to the boardwalk. Please share your thoughts in this 5-minute survey to inform the grant application and park services. For information about park services, events and project updates visit LargoNature.com.
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HORIZON WEST BAY CONSTRUCTION |
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Construction of Horizon West Bay which will include Largo City Hall is underway. As of December 16, 2022, completed work on Horizon:
- Site demolition complete
- Detour signage is in place
- Soil Remediation has been completed
- Full Building Permits have been issued
Continued progress in December will include:
- Installation of Foundation Columns
- Underground Utilities
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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Zoppé: An Italian Family Circus
March 9-19 | Times Vary
If you're longing for some Big Top fun, join us for this captivating 175-year-old European circus, run by the Zoppé family for eight generations. This enchanting, intimate show carries on centuries-old circus traditions, with bareback riding and equestrian stunts, hilarious clowning (featuring Giovanni Zoppé and his son Julien), acrobats, jugglers, and more. Even the horses - and the talented performing dogs - are part of the family. In their 500-seat tent, no one is more than 25 feet from the ring!
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MISSION: Provide Superior Services that Inspire Community Pride
VISION: To Be the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay
VALUES: INTEGRITY | COLLABORATION | PASSION | CREATIVITY
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