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-Henry Schubert, City Manager
THIS WEEK IN LARGO - September 10, 2021
IMPORTANT DATES

NEWS AND UPDATES
UPDATES TO PINELLAS COUNTY'S RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
As of September 7, 2021, Pinellas County’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program has expanded eligibility. Pinellas County residents who experienced a significant reduction in income or increase in costs during the pandemic may now qualify for assistance, even if their financial hardship was not a result of the pandemic. Renters and landlords can find more information at PinellasCounty.org/COVID19.
LARGO COMMUNITY CENTER PARTNERS WITH LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS TO HOST COMMUNITY FARMER'S MARKET
The Largo Community Center partnered with Guided Medicare Solutions and Dedicated Senior Medical Center to put together a Farmers Market for local residents. The Community Center team was able to purchase fresh fruits and veggies and put into a brown bag for easy take home for participants. This event also highlighted senior services from both Guided Medicare Solutions and Dedicated Senior Medical Center to the 72 registered participants who stopped by for their goods. Thank you so much to our sponsors who were able to make this event possible!
LARGO CELEBRATES HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH THIS SEPTEMBER
Largo is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15-October 15, highlighting the vibrant culture of the Hispanic and Latinx community. Watch the City Commission meeting (Largo.com/LiveTV) on September 21 at 6pm to hear the proclamation. Stay tuned to the City of Largo Facebook page to learn more and celebrate throughout the month.
LARGO'S GOLD MEDALIST
Anastasija Zolotic
The City had the privilege of honoring Olympic Gold Medalist and Largo native Anastasija Zolotic at the September 7 City Commission Meeting. Anastasija became the first woman to win gold in Taekwondo for Team USA at the Tokyo Olympics. Congratulations, Anastasija, on this remarkable achievement, and thank you for celebrating with our community. 
SOUTHWEST POOL WILL HOST PINELLAS COUNTY SWIM CONFERENCE
Pinellas County Schools will host their upcoming Athletics Conference Swim Meet at the City of Largo's Southwest Pool on Saturday, September 18 from
7am- 7:30pm. Approximately 500 athletes from 14 Pinellas County High Schools will have the opportunity to compete. Because of this, Southwest Recreation Complex will be closed all day. Patrons are encouraged to visit Highland Recreation Complex or Largo Community Center to attend classes or use fitness facilities.

The area surrounding Southwest Recreation Complex is expected to experience heavy traffic throughout the day, so residents and visitors in the area are encouraged to plan ahead.

For more information call 727-518-3126
LARGO'S REDUCED PERMIT FEES CONTINUE THROUGH THE END OF 2020
At its September 7, 2021 meeting, the Largo City Commission approved Resolution No. 2302 to temporarily reduce permit and inspection fees beginning September 8, 2021 running through December 31, 2022.

This reduction in permit fees is to assist in the recovery efforts due to the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and to encourage renovations and modernization of buildings and homes in Largo. The first round of reduced permit fees ran from September 1, 2020 through August 31, 2021. During that time, the estimated savings for businesses and property owners from the permit fee reductions was over $800,000. The reductions do not apply to any work that has commenced without obtaining the necessary permits.

Building permits are critical for construction and remodeling projects, in order to ensure the safety of the work and it’s compliance with building, construction, and development codes. City staff are available to answer questions and provide assistance with the business permit process. For more information on the new, reduced fee schedule, visit Largo.com/Building, email permits@largo.com or call, 727-586-7488.
LIBRARY CLOSING FOR DAY IN OCTOBER
On Monday, October 11, 2021, the Library will be closed for Staff Development Day. 
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