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When working people come together, we can win real change: an end to war, housing we can afford, healthcare we can count on, and a future rooted in solidarity instead of profit!

📅 Sunday, March 8
⏰️ 2:00pm
📍 Allendale UMC (3803 Haines Rd.)

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Committee approves pilot for GPS monitoring, expands penalties for injunction violations A committee advanced PCS for CSHB 277 to pilot GPS electronic monitoring and victim communication in Pinellas County, increase penalties for repeat injunction violators and broaden protections for victims; survivors and law‑enforcement groups urged passage.

A groundbreaking bill in Florida is set to strengthen protections for domestic violence victims with GPS monitoring and enhanced support, but will it be enough to save lives?

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#FL #VictimProtection #CitizenPortal #PinellasCounty #LawEnforcement #DomesticViolence

The way you talk to yourself matters. Positive self-talk builds confidence, resilience and inner strength. 💛 

We are here to connect #PinellasCounty residents to providers who support healthier thought patterns, stronger self-confidence and overall mental well-being. 💬

RISE exhibition at PIE Airport. Four artists posing.

@luciwest.bsky.social and fellow Artists glowing at the Sightline Gallery opening of RISE at #stpeteinternationalairport #PIE Creative Pinellas #sightlinegallery #floridaart #pinellascounty

NO ACTIVATION: Pinellas Cold Night Shelters are not opening Tues night (Feb 24, 2026), as temperatures are not expected to meet the requirements for activation.

Shelters will be open tonight, Mon, Feb 23, 2026.

Learn more: www.pinellashomeless.org/coldnightshelters

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COLD NIGHT SHELTERS: The Homeless Leadership Alliance of Pinellas has announced that Cold Night Shelters will be open on Mon, Feb 23, 2026. The shelters will be open from 6 p.m. - 6 a.m.

Learn more: www.pinellashomeless.org/coldnightshelters

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Consider this your reminder to pause.✨

Your mental health matters and Care About Me can help connect you to the support you deserve.

#PinellasCounty #MentalHealth

Pinellas commissioners approve budget amendments, Vision Zero study and interlocal wastewater, NPDES agreements The county approved two budget amendments recognizing carryforwards and unanticipated revenue, accepted a Vision Zero grant (study and demonstration scope clarified), and approved interlocal agreements including an NPDES extension and a wastewater transmission/treatment contract with Pinellas Park that carries about $12.5 million in first-year revenue.

Pinellas County just took a major step forward by approving budget amendments and a transformative Vision Zero grant aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety—what does this mean for your community?

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PACE providers tell Pinellas commissioners homeowners risk liens after prolonged legal fight Representatives for Fortify Financial and an associated PACE lender told the Pinellas County commission that court rulings and SB 770 validated many PACE assessments but that tax-collector resistance and ongoing litigation have left dozens of homeowners at risk of unpaid liens if assessments are not placed on the March tax roll.

Homeowners in Pinellas County could face financial chaos if PACE assessments aren’t placed on the tax roll by March 31, risking unresolved liens and refinancing headaches.

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#PinellasCounty #FL #LegalReform #CitizenPortal #FinancialTransparency #HomeownerProtection

COLD NIGHT SHELTERS: The Homeless Leadership Alliance of Pinellas has announced that Cold Night Shelters will be open Sat, Jan 31 & Sun, Feb 1, 2026.
6 p.m. - 6 a.m.

Learn more: www.pinellashomeless.org/coldnightshelters

#pinellascounty #coldnightshelter #coldnightshelters

Pinellas commissioners split over proposed tree-permitting ordinance; some seek exemptions for single-family homeowners County staff proposed moving tree rules into chapter 58, simplifying fees and reducing payment-in-lieu costs, but several commissioners argued current permit thresholds are too intrusive and signaled plans to propose exemptions or higher size thresholds for single-family properties.

Pinellas County's new tree ordinance is sparking debate over property rights and environmental preservation, as some commissioners push back against perceived government overreach.

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#PinellasCounty #FL #CitizenPortal #EnvironmentalProtection #UrbanForestry #HomeownerRights

Forward Pinellas continues talks on regional MPO merger; Feb. 13 TMA meeting set to discuss governance options Forward Pinellas staff outlined next steps for a possible regional MPO merger, inviting board members to a Feb. 13 TMA Leadership Group meeting in Tampa to review governance options and consider a nonbinding local vote as early as April; members stressed the need for trust-building, Hillsborough participation, and protections for small cities.

Forward Pinellas is paving the way for a regional MPO merger, with key discussions set for Feb. 13 that could reshape local governance and transit representation!

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#PinellasCounty #FL #RegionalPlanning #CitizenPortal #CommunityCollaboration #TransportationInnovation

Forward Pinellas authorizes negotiation with Southern Group to secure Tallahassee lobbying services Forward Pinellas authorized its executive director to negotiate a contract with the Southern Group to provide lobbying and legislative monitoring services, with board members requiring negotiable deliverables, conflict-of-interest safeguards and a not-to-exceed budget to return for final approval.

Forward Pinellas is taking a bold step to secure a lobbying powerhouse in Tallahassee, but not without some heated debate over transparency and accountability!

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#PinellasCounty #FL #VendorAccountability #CitizenPortal #LegislativeMonitoring #PlanningAuthority

People First Pinellas: county reports early checks, 3,000 active recovery applications under review County staff told commissioners they issued 12 checks (just over $400,000) in an initial batch, completed two federal drawdowns (~$375,000) and have nearly 3,000 active applications across five programs; staff emphasized outreach and case manager support to clear documentation bottlenecks.

Pinellas County is making strides in disaster recovery, issuing over $400,000 in checks while navigating the challenges of nearly 3,000 active applications awaiting support.

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#PinellasCounty #FL #CommunityOutreach #HousingAssistance #CitizenPortal #DisasterRelief

United Way Suncoast: nearly half of Pinellas households struggle to afford basics, ALICE data shows United Way Suncoast told Pinellas County commissioners that about 204,000 households (rom the ALICE measure) in the county are asset-limited, income-constrained and employed, representing nearly 46% of households; presenters urged outreach, employer childcare incentives and cross-sector collaboration.

Nearly half of Pinellas County households are struggling to afford basic needs, revealing a hidden crisis among working families that demands immediate action.

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#PinellasCounty #FL #WorkforceDevelopment #ChildcareSupport #CitizenPortal #EconomicSelfSufficiency

County briefed on Chestnut Park recharge pilot, treated wastewater deep-well option debated Staff described a Chestnut Park pilot to drill a recharge well and test subsurface hydrology to store treated wastewater as the county moves to eliminate surface-water discharges; commissioners sought assurances about monitoring, regulatory compliance and alternatives such as reclaimed-water expansion.

Pinellas County is embarking on a groundbreaking pilot project to drill a recharge well at Chestnut Park, aiming to revolutionize wastewater management and protect our precious water supply.

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#PinellasCounty #FL #PublicTrust #SustainableInfrastructure #CitizenPortal

Pinellas County previews draft flood vulnerability assessment, says effort positions county for state resilience funding Pinellas County officials presented a draft countywide Flood Vulnerability Assessment that models 21 flood scenarios across planning horizons to help prioritize public-infrastructure investments and qualify the county for Resilient Florida grant funding derived from the 2021 Gaming Compact.

Pinellas County is taking proactive steps to safeguard its critical infrastructure from flooding, presenting a groundbreaking assessment that could unlock vital state funding for resilience projects.

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#PinellasCounty #FL #InfrastructureInvestment #CitizenPortal

5 February, 2026. @1.00 PM.

For all #PinellasCounty residents.

Jimmy Pidgeon and Ben Rose will be attending this literary event.

Books to autograph and sell. Games. Prizes. Food.

Come enjoy the festivities to mark national Read-Aloud day.

Looking forward to meeting you.

Visit St. Pete Clearwater outlines FY25 wins and early plans for 2026 brand campaign Visit St. Pete Clearwater highlighted FY25 marketing wins — storm response, Ampersand campaign, sports partnerships and a new Gulf to Bay magazine — and said a refreshed Ampersand will continue until a new brand campaign launches in early summer 2026.

St. Pete Clearwater is ready to shine brighter than ever with innovative marketing strategies and a bold brand refresh planned for 2026!

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#PinellasCounty #FL #MarketingInnovation #CommunityPartnerships #TourismRecovery #PinellasCountyTourism #CitizenPortal

Visit St. Pete Clearwater reports $26M in community grants, unveils visitor welcome center pilot The organization said it distributed over $26 million in CDC dollars across five projects, updated capital funding guidelines for 2026, and announced a countywide visitor welcome center pilot at a Courtney Campbell Causeway gateway to launch in spring 2026.

Pinellas County is set to welcome millions with a new visitor center pilot project, backed by over $26 million in community grants and innovative partnerships!

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#PinellasCounty #FL #CommunityEngagement #TourismDevelopment #AccessibilityInitiatives #CitizenPortal

Destination metrics show near‑prestorm recovery: 14.9 million visitors and $10B economic impact reported Staff reported an estimated 14.9 million visitors in FY25, more than $10 billion in economic impact and over $92 million in TDT collections; length of stay fell to 4.1 nights and staff warned pacing is a sample and not property‑level totals.

Pinellas County is bouncing back with an estimated 14.9 million visitors and a staggering $10 billion economic impact for fiscal 2025!

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#PinellasCounty #FL #EconomicImpact #VisitorBehavior #LodgingTrends #CitizenPortal

CEO update: County signs funding for Clearwater Marine Aquarium; $250K approved for Toy Town subsurface work Staff reported the Board of County Commissioners approved a funding agreement for the Clearwater Marine Aquarium project and that $250,000 in TDT funds will fund subsurface investigation for the Toy Town site; staff expect a final RFP phase and a proposal to the BCC next October.

Exciting developments are underway in Pinellas County, with a $250,000 investment for the Toy Town redevelopment and a funding agreement for the Clearwater Marine Aquarium!

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#PinellasCounty #FL #CommunityDevelopment #EnvironmentalInvestigation #PinellasCountyTourism

Bryan Beckman to the left, graphic that says "working to support you future" and "Bryan Beckman for Florida House District 58".

Do you ever wonder if your vote matters?

It does!

I’m Bryan Beckman, and I am running for Florida State House District 58, because voters deserve better. Click the link in my bio to check your voter registration status and find a way to get involved.

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Hey #PinellasCounty show her the door next November. #FL13

Pinellas County meeting roundup: procurement awards, budgets, foreclosures and appointments The County Commission approved a range of consent and regular‑agenda items on Nov. 18, 2025, including procurement awards for airport and pavement projects, budget amendments recognizing federal hospital pass‑through funds, certain foreclosure and code enforcement actions, and several appointments and interlocal agreements. Several items were continued for further review.

Pinellas County's latest meeting brought major approvals for airport projects, health contracts, and code enforcement actions that could reshape local infrastructure!

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#PinellasCounty #FL #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #InfrastructureImprovements #CivicAccountability

Pinellas commissioners approve UF/IFAS extension MOU after heated debate, 4–1 After hours of public testimony and questions about program scope and duplication, the Pinellas County Commission voted 4–1 to renew a multi‑year memorandum of understanding with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS), funding extension agents and master gardener programs that county supporters say yield strong volunteer and conservation returns.

Pinellas County just approved a key partnership with UF/IFAS that promises to enhance stormwater education and master gardener programs, but not without heated debate over budget transparency!

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#PinellasCounty #FL #CitizenPortal #PublicPartnership #StormwaterEducation

Visit St. Pete Clearwater proposes $500,000 ‘month of the arts’ grant program Visit St. Pete Clearwater and three local arts alliances proposed a competitively awarded, month-long arts tourism program funded at $500,000: $100,000 for administration and $400,000 for production and awards, with two award tiers and a seven-member selection committee. The advisory panel voted to move the proposal forward to implementation.

A groundbreaking $500,000 arts tourism program aims to transform Pinellas County into a vibrant cultural hub with diverse events and experiences!

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#PinellasCounty #FL #CitizenPortal #ArtsTourism #CommunityDevelopment #CulturalEngagement

TDT collections surpass $90M; Visit St. Pete Clearwater highlights marketing wins including Wheel of Fortune spot Staff reported fiscal-year TDT collections exceeded $90 million for a fourth consecutive year, noted vacation-rental sample caveats, and outlined marketing activity including a Wheel of Fortune episode (estimated cost about $100,000), a Canadian campaign and a new podcast series; staff also reported an overall marketing budget of about $25 million and agency fees near $4 million.

TDT collections for Visit St. Pete Clearwater have soared past $90 million for the fourth year in a row, showcasing impressive marketing feats like a Wheel of Fortune appearance and new partnerships with local sports teams.

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