AUGUST 7, 2020
Good afternoon -

Greetings from City Hall, and sorry for the late distribution of the e-newsletter. I'm going to keep this week's version short and sweet, and ask you to review all of the relevant information below, especially the video completed by our Mayor, announcing the new "Oldsmar Face Off Challenge."

Everyone stay safe, healthy, and enjoy the weekend.....finally, it's hockey season!
Go Bolts!!!!!!!!

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FREE FACE MASKS
The Upper Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce is distributing FREE Face Masks. Masks are available Monday - Friday, 9 am to 12 pm at their Oldsmar office, located at 101 State Street West.

For more information, call their office directly at (813) 855-4233. Additional locations across Pinellas County are also offering this service.

WATER UTILITY SHUT-OFFS
Termination of service for Water Utility Bill non-payment will resume beginning on Monday, August 31, 2020.

If you have a past due balance, the City is offering payment plans to avoid termination.

Please contact the Utility Billing Office directly for assistance by calling 813-855-5257.
CARES ACT FUNDING AVAILABLE
The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners approved a new round of funding to support an even broader range of financial assistance for residents and families affected by COVID-19.

Pinellas County Residents who have lost jobs or have suffered significant income loss can apply to help pay for overdue rent, mortgages, and utility bills.

COUNTY COVID-19 TESTING
Sites across Pinellas County are offering FREE Testing for COVID-19. In Oldsmar, CVS, located at 3771 Tampa Road, provides drive-through and supervised self-swabbing - an appointment is required for CVS.

Health related questions can be directed to the Florida Department of Health Call Center, open 24/7 at (866) 779-6121 or [email protected]

2020 CENSUS
You can be counted in the 2020 Census via your PHONE or ONLINE! Census data impacts our daily lives, informing important decisions about funding for services and infrastructure in our community, including jobs, roads, businesses, and schools.

Oldsmar is currently 2nd in Pinellas County for our response rate - take the Census to help us get to #1 and make Pinellas Count!

SPACEcraft RELAUNCHED!
SPACEcraft is designed to create and build a sense of community together. Stop by and Make, Play, Read and Grow for FREE - Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6 - 8 pm in the east parking lot of City Hall, 100 State Street West. Please note - social distancing will be practiced during each program.

FREE GARDENING WORKSHOP
Sustainable Oldsmar is offering a FREE Vegetable Gardening 101 Workshop on Saturday, August 15, 9-10:30 am at TECO Hall (Library). In-person is limited to 25 attendees, face mask/coverings & social distance enforced. The workshop is also offered virtually online. Registration required for both attendance options.

OLDSMAR TRAIL CHALLENGE
Explore a different segment of the Oldsmar Trail each week in August during the Oldsmar Trail Challenge! A new trail leg is featured weekly, with route signage to help you measure distance and guide you along.

Be sure to take a photo of your completed weekly journey and share it on social media with hashtag #TrailChallenge.

YOUTH PARK SCAVENGER HUNT
Grab the family and rediscover a Park in Oldsmar during the Youth Park Scavenger Hunt! Explore a different park each week to find the answers to the scavenger hunt clues.
Be sure to take a participation photo and share it on social media with hashtag #ParkScavengerHunt.

PREPAREDNESS GUIDE
The Pinellas County 2020 All-Hazard and Hurricane Preparedness Guide is now available for pickup at City facilities. This publication contains vital information to help you properly prepare your home and business.

The Guide is also available online.

ALERT PINELLAS
Receive alerts about emergencies and other essential City news by signing up for ALERT Pinellas - a FREE service to residents and businesses.

You choose how to receive alerts and can enter up to five different Pinellas County locations for notifications. An excellent resource during the Hurricane Season.

FLOOD ZONE
Hurricanes, tropical storms, and continuous rain can create flood hazards - especially with high tide & storm surges. It's not uncommon to hear about projected flooding of areas. Knowing your flood zone will help you prepare & plan beforehand to protect your property.

EVACUATION ZONE
In order to know when to evacuate, you need to know in which zone your property is located. Don't know? Don't worry - Pinellas County provides this specific information. Additionally, you'll see the closest shelters & hotel accommodations to help you plan ahead.