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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 - November 12, 2021 |
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NEW LARGO CITY HALL WINS AIA AWARD FOR SUSTAINABILITY |
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The new Largo City Hall has yet to break ground and it has already begun receiving honors. In partnership with ASD|Sky, the new downtown Largo City Hall received the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Tampa Bay’s new Sustainability Award. This award was created to recognize that 2020 was a life-changing year and has brought a new focus on adaptability and resilience in architecture and design as we know it.
The new, mixed-use, Downtown City Hall project is being developed as a sustainable, energy-efficient, and resilient facility for the years ahead. The goal is to make this complex a shining example of the benefits sustainable design can have on a community and most directly on the people that use this new City Center.
The project will feature sprawling solar panels, a multi-story green wall, reclaimed water features, rainwater harvesting cisterns, and more. With over 40,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space on the ground floor, this project will also contribute to the economic prosperity of the downtown district.
The new Largo City Hall will be located on the northern 400 block of West Bay Drive. Groundbreaking is set to start in 2022 and Largo looks forward to opening the doors in early 2024. To learn more about the project and ways to stay informed on project updates, visit Largo.com/NewCityHall.
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CELEBRATING SMALL BUSINESS MONTH |
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Small businesses are essential to the fabric of Largo’s community – creating jobs, energizing the local economy, and supporting the community’s vibrancy with ingenuity, perseverance, and philanthropy. In recognition of these entrepreneurs, the City of Largo is encouraging residents, businesses, and visitors to recognize and support small businesses during the month of November, known as Largo Small Business Month. Visit Largo.com/Business for ways to show your support and find business resources.
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LARGO'S EV READINESS ORDINANCE |
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Electric vehicles (EVs) are increasingly popular and while the market for EVs is still small, it is growing rapidly and this trend is projected to continue. The use of EVs instead of internal combustion engine vehicles helps improve air quality, fight climate change, reduce noise, and foster green economic development, among other benefits.
The City of Largo is supporting this transition by installing multiple public EV Charging Stations (EVSEs) and implementing an EV Readiness Ordinance. Largo's new City Hall is a working example of this ordinance and will offer multiple public charging stations and EV-Ready parking spaces. Help inform future EV Readiness efforts and share your input.
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On November 9, City leadership and patrons honored our veterans with the annual Veterans Brunch at the Largo Community Center The event began with a warm welcome from Commissioner Robinson. The warm welcome was followed by a recognition of the Missing Soldier Table and the prayer was conducted by Rob Seidel. During brunch, everyone was entertained by "Nolan Marshall "The Singing Fire Fighter" with patriotic favorites.
City Manager Henry Schubert, Assistant City Manager Maggie Paluch, Largo Commissioners Donna Holck, Samatha Fenger, Eric Gerard, John Carroll, Chief of Police Jeff Undestad, Officer Joel Quattlebaum, Officer Vu Tran, and Sarge the American Bald Eagle were also in attendance.
The event was made possible with the partnership between the Palms of Largo and the City of Largo Recreation, Parks, and Arts Department. Thank you to our Largo Community team members and staff, as well as on-site vendors.
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TAKE THE LIBRARY'S CUSTOMER SURVEY |
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The Largo Public Library is planning on updating their strategic plan, and they need your help shaping the future of the services they provide. Take the survey now to provide your feedback on how the Library can improve, what they're doing well, and what you'd like to see more of in the future! |
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Join the City of Largo for the November installment of the Largo Sustainability Series on Saturday, November 13 from 10:30am-11:30am live on the City of Largo Facebook page.
Learn how sustainability happens beyond the city level. Hear from our panelists and ask your questions about a regional approach to sustainability and resilience. Presenters include CJ Reynolds, Director of Resilience at the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council, and Hank Hodde, Sustainability & Resilience Coordinator at Pinellas County.
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ROSERY TOWNS DEVELOPMENT ORDER ISSUED |
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On September 22, Largo Planning & Development Services issued a Development Order to Reed Haydon, authorized agent for the property owner, that authorizes the development of the property into 19 single-family townhomes with associated landscaping and infrastructure. The property is located at the northeast corner of Rosery Road and Highland Avenue and is approximately 2.2 acres. The property has a Future Land Use Map Designation of Commercial General (CG). |
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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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