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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 10, 2021 |
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LARGO SENIOR EMPOWERMENT EVENTS |
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This year's Largo Police Department's Senior Empowerment Event Series served over 650 seniors across the City of Largo. They were able to connect with and provide quality information on fraud prevention, fire safety, community resources, and public engagement opportunities to local seniors. Thank you to all the sponsors for this event including BayCare, Promedica -Arden Courts, the Pinellas Community Foundation, Feeding Tampa Bay, and the Largo ELKS Lodge. |
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Grab a cup of cheer and join us at Largo Central Park for our Holiday Lights Display! This stunning, family-friendly display will be on nightly from 6-11pm through January 2 and will feature beautiful light displays, a carousel, Ferris wheel with a birds-eye view of the 70-acre park, and food for sale on site. Cost to view the lights is free. Carousel and Ferris wheel rides are $5 each. For more information, call 727-587-6720.
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HERE COMES SANTA CLAUS TO A NEIGHBORHOOD NEAR YOU! |
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Join the City of Largo for a holly, jolly good time on Tuesday, December 14, and Wednesday, December 15. Starting at 6pm in select Largo neighborhoods, Santa will be accompanied by Mrs. Claus, Captain Play, and Santa's Elves each day, with various City of Largo vehicles to spread holiday cheer throughout Largo.
Largo Police, Recreation, and Fire vehicles will be escorting City vehicles every night during each neighborhood parade.
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CITY-WIDE SURVEY TO INFORM AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT FUNDS |
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The City of Largo is seeking public input on prioritizing the use of $12 million of American Rescue Plan Act funding to address the impacts of COVID-19 and strengthen city services overall. It takes only 15 minutes to make your voice heard. Complete the survey today!
To ensure the city is hearing from residents across Largo, postcards were sent to a random sample of Largo households and businesses across the service area. If you received a postcard in the mail, please use the link or QR code included on that postcard to complete the survey.
The survey is available in English and Spanish and closes on January 3, 2022. Individuals living in or operating a business within Largo’s city limits as well as unincorporated areas of Largo’s greater Planning Service Area are encouraged to participate. Reach out to Connect@largo.com or 727-587-6740 Ext. 7630 with any questions.
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RECREATION, PARKS AND ARTS ANNUAL REPORT |
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The Recreation, Parks, and Arts Department produce an annual report to highlight and celebrate staff achievements and program/activity successes. Attached is the FY 2021 Annual Report. Despite challenges faced with COVID-related closures and limitations, the Department and staff managed to provide some amazing and creative activities, programs, and facilities to Largo residents. The last page is a sample of the testimonials from the community. Thank you to the staff in the Recreation, Parks, and Arts Department for creating memorable experiences and playing a big part in making Largo the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay. |
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LARGO OLD-FASHIONED CHRISTMAS PARADE |
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Largo's Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade returns on Saturday, December 18 at noon. The neighborhood parade will feature dancers, decorated cars and floats, participation from elected officials, various Largo businesses, non-profits, community organizations, and a special visit by Santa. The parade route begins at the corner of 4th Street SW and 1st Avenue SW, traverses southbound along 4th St SW, eastward along 7th Ave SW, and northward along 2nd Street SW. The procession ends at Ulmer Park with a variety of food trucks. |
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JOIN OUR AWARD WINNING TEAM
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The City of Largo is currently hiring for a variety of roles throughout the city! The organization serves over 80 thousand residents and four thousand businesses by providing superior services that inspire community pride. The organization is made up of 12 departments with a shared strategic focus on sustainability, public health & safety, and community pride. Apply today to join our Top Workplace or visit our website to learn more about all of our open positions. |
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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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