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
THIS WEEK IN LARGO - September 23, 2022
IMPORTANT DATES

Largo residents will soon weigh in on three ballot items and open City Commissioner seats in the November 8, 2022, General Election. Be sure to register to vote for the General Election by October 11.
LARGO ELECTION PRESENTATIONS
Largo residents are invited to learn more about ballot questions directly from City Leaders.

A public informational meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 5 at the Christ Presbyterian Church located at 3115 Dryer Ave at 6pm. After a short presentation of questions that will be on the Largo ballot, you can get answers to any questions you may have.

Find out why City Commission voted to include amendments and referendums and what impact they may have on your community. Team members will also be available to answer questions. If you would like to request a presentation for your group, email Connect@largo.com.
NEWS AND UPDATES
HORIZON CONSTRUCTION NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 | 5:30-6:30PM | WOODROW PARK
The City of Largo is set to break ground this fall on the new Horizon West Bay project coming to Downtown Largo. On Thursday, September 29 from 5:30-6:30pm, neighbors and residents are invited to a project information session hosted at Woodrow Park, 290 3rd St NW. Community members interested in learning more about project goals, timelines, and construction routes can stop by anytime and talk with the project management team. Construction will create road closures on 4th St. NW, 5th St. NW, and 1st Ave. NW starting in Winter 22/23 and remaining closed for the duration of construction. Vehicles will not be able to turn east on West Bay from Ridge Rd., 6th St., or 1st St. The most up-to-date information including detour maps will be posted on HorizonWestBay.com.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR PROPERTY TAXES
Each year, taxing jurisdictions across Pinellas County like Largo adopt property tax rates prior to October 1. This year, the Largo City Commission has adopted a new property tax rate of 5.5200 mills a reduction from the previous rate of 5.5800 mills. What does this mean for you? In addition to mailing Truth in Millage (TRIM) notices to all property owners in August of each year, the Pinellas County Property Appraiser provides a wealth of resources to help property owners understand their property taxes and what exemptions they may be eligible for on their website. For more information, please visit the Pinellas County Property Appraiser online.
LAST WEEKEND TO ENJOY HIGHLAND FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER
Our summer flew by and this weekend is the last open weekend at the Highland Family Aquatic Center! Join us on Saturday and Sunday from 10-12pm or from 12:30-2:30pm before we close for the season. Our last event of the season, Soggy Doggy Splash Party, will be held on Saturday and Sunday, November 5 and 6 and you can sign up now at Highland or visit our website for more information.
31st ANNUAL HOPE EXPO - FIRST TIME HOME BUYER
The HOPE (Homeownership for People Everywhere) EXPO, hosted by the HOPE Expo Committee, was held on Saturday, September 17 at Raymond James. The event provided informational workshops about the process to buy a home, programs available to assist with down payment assistance, how to qualify for a mortgage and other important steps to purchase a home. The City of Largo participates as a sponsor and planning member on the HOPE Expo Committee. Attendees received a certificate for the completion of a homebuyer workshop.
LARGO GOLF COURSE HOSTS COMMUNITY GROUP
The Largo Golf Course hosted the Tampa Bay Letter Board Community group for a round of footgolf on Saturday, September 17. There were a total of 60 participants including family and friends who played footgolf.
HIGHLAND REC EVENT & PROGRAM RECAPS
The Saturday, September 17 Mom/Son Messy event at Highland Recreation Center was a great success! Over 150 moms and sons enjoyed a variety of messy that left participants covered in a mess and with a smile on their face! 
 
The first teen night of the season at Highland Recreation Center opened with over 85 teens enjoying a variety of activities in a safe environment. The center offered basketball, lounge games and a concession stand for the teens to engage in. 
 
The first Friday Night Program opened for the season with 56 youth attending. This program offers a variety of games and activities with a weekly theme. The program gives parents some time away to enjoy dinner while their kids enjoy loads of fun. 
Pinellas County and the City of Largo are monitoring Tropical Storm Nine and the potential impact to Pinellas. While you stay updated on the weather through local news channels, visit Largo.com/StormReady to review storm preparedness and put together a plan before a storm hits. Any storm updates from the City of Largo will be posted to Largo.com/Storm.
COMING SOON TO CPPAC
CINDY KAZA
New Show Added: Thursday, October 6 at 7:30pm
(October 8 show is sold out.)
Cindy Kaza is a clairvoyant and psychic who works across the country as an evidential medium. Cindy will connect many audience members with the spirit of past friends and loved ones that have passed to the other side. Cindy will provide specific evidence and feelings of these Spirits in such detail that it will leave you amazed. Prepare to have a memorable experience you won't forget.
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