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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 - APRIL 14, 2023 |
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- Fri, Apr 14, 21, 28, 6pm | Largo Live! on Your Block | Various Locations
- Fri, Apr 14, 6pm | Southwest Block Party | Southwest Recreation
- Sat, Apr 15, 9am | Free Tree or Plant Giveaway | McGough Nature Park
- Sat, Apr 15, 9am | Largo ShredFest | Starkey Road Recycling Center
- Tue, Apr 18, 6pm | City Commission Meeting | How to Participate
- Sat, Apr 29, 11am | Largo Playcon | Highland Recreation
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LARGO POLICE K9 UNIT CELEBRATES 50 YEARS! |
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Join the Largo Police Department as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of our K9 Unit at PawFest on Sunday, April 16, from 12-4pm at Largo Central Park hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Largo/ Mid-Pinellas. This will be an afternoon of fun with local vendors, dog rescue groups, food trucks, children’s carnival games, the Largo PLAY Express Mobile Rec Unit, and more! Plus, there will be a special presentation for the 50th Anniversary of the LPD K9 Unit, including an award ceremony and a full K9 demonstration.
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20th STREET NW CONSTRUCTION UPDATE |
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The construction of the multi-use path connection to West Bay Drive continues with the primary focus on the additional project improvements. Design modifications to the work have been initiated to address unforeseen conditions encountered near West Bay Drive. With the progression of the work, additional temporary traffic control devices will be required.
Traffic Notice: West Bay Drive Westbound Lane Closure Notice
One westbound lane on West Bay Drive will be closed to accommodate the 20th Street NW intersection improvements at West Bay Drive.
Local drivers will continue to be impacted by the lane shift set up to accommodate the construction operation on the south end of the project. In the southbound traffic lane, the traffic shift will eliminate the left turn lane at West Bay Drive. There will not be a designated left turn lane to eastbound West Bay Drive.
During the current construction, the northbound and southbound lanes on 20th Street NW will remain open. Construction is expected to be completed mid-May, barring the unforeseen.
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CONGRATULATIONS JEFF BLAKEY! |
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Please join Community Development in congratulating Jeff Blakey on becoming a Certified Arborist through the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)! To earn an ISA Certified Arborist credential, you must be trained and knowledgeable in all aspects of arboriculture. ISA Certified Arborists must also adhere to the Code of Ethics that strengthens the credibility and reliability of the workforce. We are very proud of Jeff and look forward to all his contributions in the Landscape Planner role! Way to go, Jeff! |
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SOUTHWEST POOL HOSTS ANNUAL EGG HUNT |
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On April 7, the Southwest Pool hosted its annual Underwater Egg Hunt. The event was a success with 267 participants and spectators.
Children were broken into age groups to gather eggs floating throughout the pool and then were able to enjoy open swim. All participants
left with a goody bag.
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The Largo Police Department, in partnership Drug Enforcement Administration, Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, and Live Free! Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Pinellas County will collect unused or expired prescription medications for safe disposal at the following locations on Saturday, April 22, from 10am-2pm.
Largo Locations:
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Largo Police Department, 201 Highland Ave. N
- Walgreens, 2295 East Bay Dr.
Largo Police is here to help. Visit Largo.com/Police to learn more about the superior services offered to our community.
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HORIZON WEST BAY CONSTRUCTION |
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Construction of Horizon West Bay which will include Largo City Hall is underway. As of April 12, 2023, work continues on the following tasks:
- Sitework
- Underground Utilities
- Concrete Elevator Shafts
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Parking Garage Precast Concrete Beams and Panels
Road closures for the duration of the project include:
- 4th Street NW, between West Bay to 1st Ave NW
- 5th Street NW, between West Bay to 1st Ave NW
- 1st Avenue NW, between 4th Street to 5th Street
Largo’s new mixed-use complex, Horizon West Bay, sets a vision to attract new restaurants, cafes, and retailers to Downtown Largo. The facility will be located on the northern 400 block of West Bay Drive in Downtown. View more information and ways to stay informed on the latest updates at HorizonWestBay.com. Get the most up-to-date information on projects happening Downtown by signing up for the Downtown enewsletter. |
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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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