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 Largo offers residents, businesses, and visitors to build the "Community of Choice in Tampa Bay."

-Maggie Paluch, Acting City Manager

• Tue, Aug 1, 6pm | Largo City Commission Meeting | How to Participate
• Wed, Aug 2, 3pm | Back to School FreeCycle | Largo Public Library
• Sat, Aug 5 & Sun, Aug 6 | Train Rides in the Park | Largo Central Park



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HOUSING FOR ALL UPDATE

Thank you to the community members that attended the Housing for All Community Kick-Off on Monday, July 24. One of the main themes shared was the need for affordable housing impacts almost everyone even if in different ways. For example, some had newly graduated children that are not able to find housing options, while others talked about aging parents struggling to find the appropriate housing type within their budget. For more information about this initiative and ways to share your input, visit Largo.com/HousingForAll.

What housing needs would you like identified in Largo? Take the survey to share your feedback and be entered to win a $50 gift card.

Largo Housing Programs Available

The City of Largo provides zero percent interest loans for home improvements such as a new roof, air conditioning units, wheelchair ramps, water heater replacement, and much more. There is no minimum credit score required, and after 15 years, if you stay in your home the loan is forgiven.

Largo’s Down Payment Assistance Program is available to help those interested in purchasing a single-family home, townhome, or condo within the city limits of Largo. The program provides a tiered approach based on Median Family Income to cover down payment and closing costs. To get pre-qualified, email Housing@largo.com.

GET INVOLVED WITH YOUR CITY

TAKE THE TAX RATE SURVEY

Each year, your priorities help determine how tax dollars are spent within the City of Largo's Annual Budget. For Fiscal Year 2024, City leaders are currently finalizing a proposed budget totaling nearly $234 million of investments in our community. Community feedback received throughout the year and during annual budget sessions informs city decision-making so that we can advance the vision to be the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay, Naturally! 

This brief poll focuses on the City of Largo's Property Tax / Millage Rate for Fiscal Year 2024. A new property tax rate will be adopted on September 18. Property taxes help pay for City services including Police, Fire Rescue, Parks, Recreation, and Emergency Management. Share your perspective through a 5-minute survey. The survey closes on August 28.

ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE UPDATES

Bolesta Road

The northbound lane of Bolesta Road is closed between Roosevelt Blvd and Bay Isle Circle due to a roadway failure. This closure will be extended for several more weeks. More extensive repairs to the sanitary sewer manhole will be required than what was originally anticipated. Closure and repair updates will be posted as the work progresses. The northbound lane of Bolesta Road will remain closed between Roosevelt Blvd and Bay Isle Circle. The southbound lane of Bolesta Road will remain open. An update will be posted if this condition changes. 

150th Avenue N Road

Due to safety concerns, 150th Ave N is closed in both directions between 58th Street N and 62nd Street N for emergency repair purposes. This closure will be extended for several more weeks due to the extensive repairs required to correct the issue. Closure and repair updates will be posted as the work progresses. Eastbound Local traffic will not be able to proceed beyond the Pinellas Technical College driveway entrance. Westbound Local traffic will not be able to proceed beyond High Point Village Community entrance. 



Patrons are asked to drive with caution and follow detour routes. For questions, please contact Largo Engineering at nshaw@largo.com or 727-587-6713 Ext. 4417.

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT APPROVALS

WaWa Drive-Thru

On Friday, July 21, the City issued a Development Order (DO) to authorize the redevelopment of the property located at 2530 East Bay Drive. The property is located on East Bay Drive, East of Starkey Road. The property is redeveloping from an existing (vacant) drive-thru restaurant into a drive-thru-only restaurant. The DO allows for demolishing the existing building and constructing a new 2,036 sq. ft. Wawa drive-thru restaurant (no fuel dispensing), installing landscaping, and completing related infrastructure improvements. 

NEIGHBORHOOD INFORMATION MEETING HELD

An in-person Neighborhood Information Meeting was held on Wednesday, July 19 to discuss a proposal to develop a vacant site located at 2220 12th Ave SE, to construct a two‐story duplex with a rooftop deck totaling approximately 2,518 sq. ft. The property is located on the northwest corner of 12th Ave SE and west of Starkey Road. The property is approximately 0.36 acres and is designated Residential Medium (RM) on the City of Largo’s Future Land Use Map. All property owners and residents within 500 feet of the property were invited to attend the meeting. Representing the project were Greg Chizh (property owner), Val Stelmach, and Solomon Tawiah of Polo Builders Inc.   

ENJOY A LUNCHEON & SHOW AT THE LARGO COMMUNITY CENTER

Enjoy the company of friends and family during the Largo Community Center's upcoming themed luncheons. A delicious lunch, dessert, and high-quality entertainment are included. Stop by one month prior to the luncheon to get your ticket and reserve your seat or table. Doors open at 11:45am the day of the event. The deadline to register is the Friday before each event. Call 727-518-3131 for more information.