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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 - JANUARY 20,2023 |
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- Sat, Jan 21 | Community Meeting | McGough Nature Park
- Sat, Jan 21 | Touch-A-Truck | Largo Central Park
- Sat, Jan 21 | STEM Explorer Fest | Largo Central Park
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McGOUGH COMMUNITY MEETING |
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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. Community members are invited to join a community meeting on Saturday, January 21 from 9:30- 10:30am at McGough Nature Park (11901 146th St N, Largo, FL 33774) to hear more about the grant and share your thoughts to help inform the grant application and park services.
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LARGO SUMMER CAMPS
Largo Summer Camp Registration begins on Wed, Feb 1 for Residents and Wed, Feb 15 for non-residents. Check out all our current offerings to fit your family's needs at LargoCamps.com.
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ARBOR DAY FOUNDATION NAMES LARGO A 2022 TREE CITY USA®
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The City of Largo has been named a 2022 Tree City USA® by the Arbor Day Foundation for its continued commitment to effective urban forest management. This marks the thirty-third year Largo has earned this national honor from the Arbor Day Foundation.
"Tree City USA communities see the impact an urban forest has in a community firsthand,” said Dan Lambe, president of the Arbor Day Foundation. “The trees being planted and cared for by Largo are ensuring that generations to come will enjoy a better quality of life. Additionally, participation in this program brings residents together and creates a sense of civic pride, whether it’s through volunteer engagement or public education.”
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CELEBRATING MLK WEEKEND WITH COMMUNITY PARTNERS |
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Each year, Largo team members enjoy joining local events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and promote the values of peace, justice, and unity he inspired. The City's outreach team and additional team members representing Administration, Recreation, Parks & Arts, Largo Police Department, and Largo Fire Rescue participated in various events this year, including a Walking Peace Parade at Anona Child Development Center, neighborhood clean-up day of service sponsored by Keep Pinellas Beautiful and the Friends of Ridgecrest, as well as a neighborhood parade, MLK program and fish fry at the Greater Ridgecrest YMCA. Thank you, Dr. King, for the values you continue to inspire!
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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 January 18, 2023, work continues on the following tasks:
- Sitework
- Concrete Foundations
- 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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