News from the City Manager

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

THIS WEEK IN LARGO - DECEMBER 02, 2022

MEETING AGENDAS | DEPARTMENT REPORTS | MEETING NOTICES

IMPORTANT DATES

Sat, Dec 3, 6pm | Holiday Strolling Market | Largo Central Park
Sat, Dec 3, 6pm | Holiday Tree Lighting | Largo Central Park
Sun, Dec 4, 10am-4pm | Train Rides in the Park | Largo Central Park
Sat, Dec 10 and Sun, Dec 11 | North Pole Express | Largo Central Park
Wed, Dec 14 and Thu, Dec 15 | Here Comes Santa Claus Neighborhood Parade | Largo Neighborhoods
Sat, Dec 17, 12pm | Largo Old Fashioned Christmas Parade | Downtown Largo

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NEWS AND UPDATES

ENJOY LIGHTS ACROSS LARGO

Each year, Largo residents and visitors enjoy the beautiful light display in Largo Central Park. This year, Largo Recreation, Parks, and Arts also partnered with Pinellas County’s Florida Botanical Gardens to cross-promote two of the most dynamic light displays in Tampa Bay. Signs have been made to ensure visitors at both locations are aware of all the opportunities to celebrate the season in Largo. If you haven’t made plans to see the lights yet, there is plenty of time to visit both locations throughout the month of December. Learn about special events, entertainment, and holiday treats at each location by visiting Largo.com/HollyJolly and FLBGFoundation.org/Events.

Holiday Lights at Largo Central Park: November 24-January 1, 6-11pm nightly
Holiday Lights at Florida Botanical Gardens: November 25-January 1, 5:30-9:30pm nightly

TREE LIGHTING AND STROLL EVENT

Saturday, December 3, 6pm

Stroll through the amazing display in Largo Central Park and watch various performers during the annual Holiday Tree Lighting & Stroll event. The tree lighting is at 6pm and Santa will make a visit for free photos from 6:30-8:00 pm. Food and beverage vendors will be on-site selling delicious treats and eats. Don't miss the Holiday Strolling Market for your holiday shopping. Please note that the playground will be closed during this event. For the safety of guests, please leave your pets at home. The Holiday Lights will shut off at 10pm. This event is free to attend with $10 on-site parking. Parking lots open at 5:30pm. Park and walk from Largo Middle or Largo High School for $5. For more information, call 727-587-6740 x5014.

COMMUNITY BOARD OPENINGS

Have you been looking for a way to serve in your community? Largo residents are vital to the feedback and review process in the organization. If you are interested in participating in building the community of choice in Tampa Bay, there are current openings on the following resident advisory boards:

The links above can provide further information about current board members and their responsibilities.

Residents can fill out applications for any of the boards above by visiting https://largo.civicweb.net/Portal/BoardApplication/.

Learn more about community boards including contact information and meeting times at https://largo.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingTypeList.aspx.

McGOUGH NATURE PARK SURVEY

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.