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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 - October 1, 2021 |
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FARM SHARE FREE PRODUCE GIVEAWAY EVENT
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The Largo Police Department has partnered with the Pinellas County Board of Commissioners and Farm Share to bring a free produce giveaway to the Juvenile Welfare Board (14155 58th St N Ste 100) on Friday, October 15 from 9-11am. This event is open to all Pinellas County residents. |
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH
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In October, the City of Largo and Largo Police Department bring awareness to domestic violence, also known as intimate partner violence, as a public health issue that impacts individuals, family members, friends, and coworkers across our community. Homes should be places of comfort and stability where love and mutual respect thrive. Domestic violence erodes this environment, leaving many individuals in potentially life-threatening situations.
To show support, Largo Police will be sharing information and resources on the City's website and social media. Largo Police Chief, Jeff Undestad, will also read a proclamation at the Tuesday, October 19 City Commission Meeting to recognize the month. Our community is invited to tune in at Largo.com/LTV.
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FLORIDA LEGISLATURE DRAFT BILLS |
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The Florida House and Senate are starting to meet in committee and draft bill language for the upcoming session starting in January 2022. The City's Intergovernmental Relations Coordinator is tracking the bills that will affect the City. Keep up to date with these bills at Largo.com/TrackedBills.
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WELCOMING WEEK BRINGS 181 BASKETS TO REFUGEE FAMILIES
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Thanks to the generosity of our community and the donations received for Welcoming Week, the Largo Public Library was able to put together 181 baskets for refugee families who have made our area home.
Welcoming Week is an annual series of events where neighbors, immigrants, and long-term residents come together in a spirit of unity. These events demonstrate that in places large and small, people of all backgrounds can come together and create stronger communities by building meaningful connections and affirming the benefits of being welcoming to everyone.
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LARGO PUBLIC LIBRARY IS NOW FINE FREE
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The Pinellas Public Library Cooperative, which includes the Largo Public Library, has gone fine free! As of October 1, borrowers are not being charged overdue fines. Additionally, all past overdue fines are eliminated.
Why now? Communities are stronger when everyone has access to their libraries. Studies indicate that even small fines can keep people from using the library because of the risk of incurring fines. Rather than motivating borrowers to return items on time, fines act as an inequitable barrier to service, disproportionately impacting minors, students, and community members with limited financial resources.
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LARGO POLICE DEPARTMENT TO HOLD ANNUAL FAMILY SAFETY DAY
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Thanks to a partnership between the Largo Police Department and Walmart, a few lucky kids will go home with a new bicycle after the Largo Police Family Safety Day on Saturday, November 6, 2021, at the Largo Police Department located at 201 Highland Ave. in Largo.
The event runs from 10:30am-1:30pm and will feature a station tour, SWAT display, bicycle safety rodeo, inflatables, a police vehicle display, household safety, food, music, and more. Those who visit all safety areas and children who complete the bicycle safety rodeo will receive a ticket for a chance to win a brand new bike.
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NEW DOWNTOWN CITY HALL PROJECT
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We are excited to share the progress on the new Downtown City Hall project design and get your feedback. Through team member and community input, architects at ASD│ SKY have been working with the City's project team on making the vision for this project a reality. There are still many more changes and decisions, but the project is on track and moving into the next phase. Watch the video below for a sneak peek and complete the online survey if you have any feedback.
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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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