Largo public meetings in 2025

Library Advocacy Board

The Library Advocacy Board will review two patron-submitted Statements of Concern about children's books, 'Rayleigh Mann and the Quest of the Misfits' and 'Stories for Kids Who Dare to be Different,' and vote on whether to recommend keeping them in their current locations. The board will also hear the library director's monthly report, which covers the departure of the library cafe operator, a new grant for a children's activity wall, and updates on book ordering after a vendor closure.

• Review of Statement of Concern for 'Rayleigh Mann and the Quest of the Misfits' by Ciannon Smart
• Review of Statement of Concern for 'Stories for Kids Who Dare to be Different' by Ben Brooks
• Library Monthly Report for October and November 2025
• RG's Bookmark Cafe ended its agreement to operate at the library
• Grant approved for nature-inspired preschool activity wall in children's area

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission held a regular meeting on December 16, 2025, approving the agenda and minutes, and taking action on several consent docket items and legislative matters. They approved contracts for roof inspections, pavement design, and dash cameras, as well as appointments and the city attorney. They also discussed potential future agenda items, including a moratorium on car washes.

• Approved two-year extension with Advanced Roofing Inc. for citywide roof inspections, $78,000 total
• Awarded Kimley-Horn and Associates $1,135,415 for pavement work plan design
• Approved three-year contract with Samsara Inc. for 360-degree dash cameras on solid waste vehicles, $295,500
• Approved Bryant Miller Olive P.A. as Largo City Attorney
• First reading of ordinance to reinstate investment authority to Police/Fire Retirement Plan Board of Trustees

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to approve several administrative and consent items, including contracts for pavement design, dash cameras for solid waste vehicles, and a city attorney appointment. There are no public hearings or legislative matters requiring discussion. The agenda is largely routine, with most items expected to pass as part of the consent docket.

• Award $1,135,415 to Kimley-Horn for pavement work plan design (Year 2)
• Approve $295,500 three-year contract with Samsara for 360-degree dash cameras on solid waste vehicles
• Approve $78,000 two-year extension with Advanced Roofing for citywide roof inspections
• Approve Bryant Miller Olive as new city attorney
• First reading of ordinance to reinstate investment authority to police/fire retirement board

Community Development Advisory Board

The Community Development Advisory Board will hold a routine organizational meeting: approving the agenda and prior minutes, introducing new members, and electing a chair and vice-chair for 2026. Public comment is also scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 29, 2025
• Introduction of new board members Jamie Robinson and Bret Shortridge
• Election of board chair and vice-chair for calendar year 2026
• Next joint CDAB/CRAAB meeting scheduled for January 26, 2026

Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board

The Largo Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board is meeting to hear presentations on the Clearwater-Largo Road Multimodal Improvements project and the Forward Pinellas East Bay/Roosevelt Corridor Study, plus a preliminary annual report. The board will also approve its agenda and minutes from September 29, 2025. The meeting includes an annual potluck dinner and is informational, with no votes scheduled on the presentations.

• Clearwater-Largo Road Multimodal Improvements CIP project update: $800,000 construction project for a mid-block crosswalk with median refuge between Cleveland Ave SW and West Bay Drive, funded by West Bay Drive CRA funds
• Forward Pinellas East Bay/Roosevelt Corridor Study: multimodal study of East Bay Drive/Roosevelt Boulevard (SR 686) from 20th Street SW to Gateway Expressway (SR 690)
• Preliminary CRA Annual Report presentation
• Approval of minutes from September 29, 2025 meeting
• Next joint CRAAB/CDAB meeting scheduled for January 26, 2026

Planning Board

The Largo Planning Board will hold public hearings on two Class II conditional use requests: an adult day training facility and a commercial trade school, both in industrial zones. The board will also consider a future land use map amendment for 2179 Bradford Street and adoption of the Florida Building Code 9th Edition. Additionally, the board will vote for new Chair and Vice Chair.

• CU-25-0003: Adult day training facility at 13710 49th St N (1,563 sq ft, up to 10 students)
• CU-25-0004: Florida Bartender Training commercial trade school in IL zone
• FLUMA-25-0007: Future Land Use Map Amendment for 2179 Bradford Street (Ordinance 2026-14)
• CDCA25-010: Adoption of Florida Building Code 9th Edition (2026) (Ordinance 2026-11)
• Vote for new Planning Board Chair and Vice Chair

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Largo Municipal Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings on four first-order code violation cases, including unpermitted construction and short-term rental safety issues. The board will also consider consent docket items for properties that came into compliance, second orders for non-compliance or unpaid fines, and approve minutes from six prior meetings. No fine reduction requests are scheduled.

• First order: 2232 Indian Rocks Rd S — building without permits
• First order: 710 Gooden Xing — short-term rental life/safety violations
• First order: 1941 Arvis Cir E — building without permits, electrical/plumbing issues
• First order: 600 Starkey Rd (Mystic Bay Largo LLC, PAO $31.7M) — building without permits
• Second order: 1024 San Marco Dr — non-compliance, $100/day fine starts 12/02/2025

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a consent docket and several legislative items, including a $10.1 million biosolids dewatering and hauling contract, a $500,000 public works master plan, and first readings of ordinances on mobile home park land use changes and recreation fees. A public hearing on the mobile home park ordinance is set for January 6.

• Approved $45,000 workers' compensation settlement for Evangelos Chatziemmanouil
• Approved interlocal agreements with Belleair Shore for storm debris management and with Pinellas County for post-storm recovery services
• Approved $450,000 tire purchase from Callaghan Tire, Inc.
• Awarded Synagro South LLC a 4-year, $10,120,000 biosolids dewatering and hauling contract
• First reading of Ordinance 2026-01 to clarify mobile home park change-of-use process and fees

Audit Committee

The Largo Audit Committee will meet to review the city's response to prior audit findings, discuss changes and new accounting standards, and set the scope for the upcoming audit. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment, but the main focus is on the audit process.

• Review of steps taken on prior audit findings
• Discussion of new regulatory changes and accounting standards
• Review of audit scope and plan
• Discussion of meeting frequency
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

City Commission

The Largo City Commission will consider awarding a four-year, $10.1 million biosolids dewatering and hauling contract, approve a $500,000 Public Works Master Plan, and hold first readings on ordinances affecting mobile home park change-of-use fees and Recreation, Parks and Arts fees. The consent agenda includes a $45,000 workers' compensation settlement, interlocal agreements for storm debris and water quality monitoring, and a $450,000 tire purchase.

• Award Bid No. 26-B-846 to Synagro South LLC for biosolids dewatering and hauling, $2,530,000/year, total $10,120,000
• Approve scope and fee with Harvard Jolly/PBK for Public Works Master Plan, $473,415 plus $26,585 contingency, total $500,000
• Ordinance No. 2026-01 first reading: amend mobile home park change-of-use process and fees
• Ordinance No. 2026-13 first reading: amend Recreation, Parks and Arts fees
• Settle workers' compensation claim of Evangelos Chatziemmanouil for $45,000

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board will meet to approve minutes, receive project updates, discuss fee ordinance changes, and plan December holiday events and the 2026 meeting schedule. The agenda is largely procedural, with most substantive items being updates rather than new decisions.

• Approval of September 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Project updates: Largo Central Park restroom, Largo Central Railroad shed, McGough boardwalk, Southwest Pool electrical fixes
• Fee ordinance updates discussion
• December holiday events planning
• 2026 meeting dates and locations

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a consent docket of administrative items, including a $2.5 million grant application for the Church Creek Phase II flood mitigation project, several equipment purchases, and a bid for a force main replacement. They also approved a resolution establishing a grease interceptor grant program for local businesses. No public hearings were held.

• Resolution No. 2451: Ratifying application for up to $2,500,000 from Southwest Florida Water Management District for Church Creek Phase II flood mitigation
• Bid No. 26-B-847: Award to Cacique Utilities for Lift Station 24 force main replacement, $384,912 plus $58,088 contingency (total $443,000)
• Purchase of 21 Ford vehicles from Duval Ford for $915,019
• Resolution No. 2449: Establishing Grease Interceptor Grant for Local Businesses program
• Lease amendments with Parlor Doughnuts, Pappas Fresh Greek, and Strachan's Ice Cream

City Commission

The Largo City Commission will consider a consent docket of routine administrative items, including appointments, contract awards, and purchases. A notable item is a resolution to ratify an application for up to $2.5 million in state funding for the Church Creek Phase II flood mitigation project. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a proposed grease interceptor grant program for local businesses.

• Resolution No. 2451: Ratify application for up to $2,500,000 from Southwest Florida Water Management District for Church Creek Phase II flood mitigation
• Resolution No. 2449: Establish Grease Interceptor Grant for Local Businesses program (public hearing)
• Award Bid No. 26-B-847: Lift Station 24 Force Main Replacement to Cacique Utilities, $384,912 plus $58,088 contingency (total $443,000)
• Purchase 21 Ford vehicles (F150, Mavericks, Interceptor Hybrids) from Duval Ford, estimated $915,019
• Renew mutual aid agreement with Tampa Bay Multi-Agency Gang Task Force (MAGTF)

City Commission Retreat

The City Commission will hold a retreat to prioritize goals from the newly adopted Vision 2030 Strategic Plan and align General Fund programs with those priorities. Commissioners and staff will review program inventories, categorize programs by strategic alignment, and establish a framework for future service-level decisions. The retreat is a working session with no formal votes or public hearings.

• Prioritize top two goals from each of four focus areas: Sustainability & Resilience, Public Health & Safety, Community Pride, Organizational Excellence
• Review program inventories for all General Fund programs, including estimated costs and staffing levels
• Categorize programs as enhancing, maintaining, or reducing efforts
• Align General Fund programs with Vision 2030 strategic priorities for FY 2027 budget
• Retreat held at Epicenter at St. Petersburg College, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Planning Board

The Largo Planning Board will hold public hearings on a conditional use request for a telecommunications office and equipment storage at 5767 157th Avenue N, plus advisory reviews of a future land use map amendment and two code amendments. The board will also consider minutes from its October 2, 2025 meeting. The conditional use request is quasi-judicial, while the other items are advisory.

• CU-25-0002: Conditional use for IQ Fiber office/equipment storage at 5767 157th Ave N (0.18 acres, existing 4,672 sq ft warehouse)
• FLUMA-25-0006 (Ordinance 2026-10): Future Land Use Map amendment for 3470 Adrian Avenue
• CDCA25-005 (Ordinance 2026-01): Code amendment clarifying process for mobile home park change of use, including fee schedule changes
• Ordinance 2026-06: Code amendment establishing requirements for temporary emergency housing uses

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission met on November 4, 2025, and approved a consent docket with numerous purchases and contracts, adopted two ordinances, and approved fire service agreements. The meeting included a proclamation for Native American Heritage Month and a staff update on the Horizon Project construction schedule.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-04: Future Land Use Map amendment for 201 Highland Avenue North from Institutional to Residential/Office/Retail
• Adopted Ordinance 2026-02: Code changes for administrative plat review, fence height modifications, and survey exemptions
• Approved $806,025 for 21 Ford police vehicles and $396,608 for police vehicle upfitting
• Approved $395,400 for final design of Lake Alison roadway and drainage improvements
• Approved $123,559.12 for Pinellas County Housing Trust Fund program income

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to consider a range of items including a land use map amendment, a housing assistance plan, and multiple contracts for equipment and services. The agenda includes public hearings on two ordinances, a consent docket with numerous purchases, and approval of fire protection agreements with neighboring jurisdictions.

• Ordinance 2025-04: Future Land Use Map Amendment for 201 Highland Avenue North from Institutional to Residential/Office/Retail
• Resolution 2448: Approving $123,559.12 in FY 2025-2028 Local Housing Assistance Plan revenues for Pinellas County Housing Trust Fund
• Award RFP 25-P-843 for emergency feeding to six vendors
• Purchase of 21 police vehicles (Ford F150, Mavericks, Interceptors) for $806,025
• Approval of 2025 Fire Protection Services Agreement with Belleair, Belleair Bluffs, and Pinellas County

Finance Advisory Board

The Finance Advisory Board will meet to review the FY2026 adopted budget and capital improvement program, discuss the Vision 2030 strategic plan, and set its meeting schedule for the fiscal year. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment, but no new votes or decisions are listed.

• Review FY2026 adopted budget and FY2026-2030 CIP
• Discuss Vision 2030 strategic plan update
• Approve minutes from July 28, 2025 meeting
• Set Finance Advisory Board schedule for FY2026

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Largo Municipal Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings on property code violations, including weed overgrowth, unpermitted work, and unsafe structures. It will also consider compliance affidavits, non-compliance orders, and a request to reduce a $223,300 fine for American Collegiate Academy. The board may impose fines up to $250 per day for first-time violations and $500 for repeat violations.

• Portofino at Largo Condominium Association faces $385,000 in fines for four units at 13300 Walsingham Rd
• American Collegiate Academy requests reduction of $223,300 fine for violations at 1740 S Martin Luther King Jr Ave
• First orders for properties including 1776 N Belcher Rd, 1069 5th Ave NE, 14699 Condor Pass, 249 Jasper St, 1515 Jeffrey Ct, 3157 Green Acres Ave, 1024 San Marco Dr, 649 16th St NW
• Consent docket for compliance at 3409 Sherwood Dr and 598 Shore Dr
• Non-compliance orders for properties including 212 Jody Ct, 1500 West Bay Dr, 1883 Oak Park Dr S, 363 Ridge Rd N

Canceled - Community Development Advisory Board

This meeting of the Community Development Advisory Board was canceled. The agenda lists standard procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment, but no substantive business is scheduled. The next meeting is a joint session with CRABB on December 8, 2025.

• Meeting canceled
• Next joint CDAB/CRABB meeting scheduled for December 8, 2025

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission is meeting to approve a consent docket of administrative items, including several large purchases and contract ratifications. The docket includes buying new fire rescue vehicles, fleet parts, ammunition, and technology services, as well as ratifying collective bargaining agreements with firefighter and communications unions. The meeting also includes ceremonial proclamations and a citizen comment period.

• Approval of $2,532,400 for new fire rescue vehicles from multiple vendors
• Authorization to purchase fleet vehicle parts from O'Reilly Auto Enterprises for $400,000 annually
• Ratification of collective bargaining agreements with IAFF Local 4966 and CWA Local 3179
• Authorization to purchase ammunition from Florida Bullet, Inc. for $76,700
• Acceptance of a sidewalk easement at 110 Highland Avenue SE

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to approve a consent docket of routine purchases and contracts, including new fire rescue vehicles, fleet parts, and wireless services. They will also ratify collective bargaining agreements with firefighter and communications unions. No public hearings or legislative matters are scheduled.

• Purchase of new fire rescue vehicles from Alan Jay Fleet Sales, Ten-8 Fire Equipment, and Predator Eagle Trailers for $2,532,400
• Authorization to buy fleet vehicle replacement parts from O'Reilly Auto Enterprises for $400,000 annually
• Ratification of collective bargaining agreements with IAFF Local 4966 and CWA Local 3179
• Purchase of 17 Motorola radios for $101,154 and ammunition for $76,700
• Acceptance of a sidewalk easement at 110 Highland Avenue SE

Library Advocacy Board

The Library Advocacy Board will review two Statement of Concern forms regarding the books 'Rayleigh Mann and the Quest of the Misfits' and 'Stories for Kids Who Dare to be Different'. The board will also hear updates from the Friends of the Largo Library and the Greater Largo Library Foundation, and discuss vendor library services and the RG's Bookmark Cafe.

• Review of Statement of Concern forms for 'Rayleigh Mann and the Quest of the Misfits' and 'Stories for Kids Who Dare to be Different'
• Approval of minutes from August 21, 2025 meeting
• Monthly statistical reports for August and September 2025
• Children's book order list (attached) with over 200 titles
• Updates from Friends of the Largo Library and Greater Largo Library Foundation

Commission Work Session Directive

The Largo Commission work session includes presentations on the Forward Pinellas East Bay/Roosevelt Corridor Study, the 2025 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Report, and a recap of the 2025 Florida legislative session with 2026 agendas. The commission will consider supporting the housing committee's recommendations. Board/committee reports and action items on parkland impact fees and sewer hookups for accessory dwelling units are also on the agenda.

• Forward Pinellas East Bay/Roosevelt Corridor Study presentation
• 2025 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Report - consensus to support recommendations
• 2025 Florida Legislative Session Recap and 2026 State and Federal Legislative Agendas
• Request for work session presentation on parkland impact fee waiver program
• Request for information on sewer hookups and impact fees for accessory dwelling units

Commission Work Session

The Largo City Commission will hear presentations on the Forward Pinellas East Bay/Roosevelt Corridor Study, the 2025 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Report, and a recap of the 2025 Florida legislative session. The commission will provide direction on which affordable housing incentive recommendations to implement. Board and committee reports will also be given.

• Forward Pinellas East Bay/Roosevelt Corridor Study (SR 686 from 20th Street SW to Gateway Expressway)
• 2025 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Report with 11 incentive recommendations
• 2025 Florida Legislative Session Recap and 2026 agendas
• Board/committee reports from Forward Pinellas, Continuum of Care, Suncoast League of Cities, PSTA, and Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council

Special Magistrate

The Largo Municipal Special Magistrate will hold a public hearing on October 9, 2025, to consider code enforcement cases, including a first-order case for building without permits at 2255 Starkey Rd. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, a consent docket for compliance affidavits, and potential second orders or fine reductions. Most of the agenda is procedural, with one substantive case listed.

• First order case CEC-24-00076: Eastpoint Center LLC, 2255 Starkey Rd, building without permits (2023 Florida Building Code Section 105)
• Consent docket for cases that came into compliance with no fines due
• Second orders for non-compliance or unpaid fines
• Fine reduction requests, with minimum fees of $500 or $1,500 for repeat violations
• Next meeting scheduled for November 13, 2025

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a consent docket of routine contracts and purchases, adopted the Vision 2030 strategic plan, and approved a major wastewater disposal well drilling project. The commission also advanced a code amendment on fences and plats to a public hearing in November.

• Approved $8,014,700 for two wastewater effluent injection wells and monitoring wells
• Adopted Vision 2030 Strategic Plan as guiding framework
• Approved $1,237,100 for pavement and roadway rehabilitation
• Approved $1,094,800 for two chillers and boiler for police department
• Advanced fence height modification and plat review code amendment to Nov. 4 public hearing

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to approve a consent docket of routine contracts and purchases, hold public hearings, and consider several legislative items. The most consequential item is awarding an $8,014,700 contract for drilling wastewater injection wells. The agenda also includes a resolution adopting the Vision 2030 Strategic Plan and a first-reading ordinance on development code changes.

• Award RFQ No. 25-P-827 to Applied Drilling Engineering Inc. for two Class 1 treated wastewater effluent injection wells and two monitoring wells, total $8,014,700
• Resolution No. 2446 adopting the Vision 2030 Strategic Plan
• Ordinance No. 2026-02 (first reading) amending the Comprehensive Development Code for administrative plat approvals, fence height modifications, and survey exemptions
• Consent docket includes $1,237,100 for pavement and roadway rehabilitation, $1,317,100 for sewer rehabilitation, and $1,094,800 for police department chillers and boiler
• Public hearings on Ordinance No. 2025-40 to vacate rights-of-way adjacent to the 400 block of West Bay Drive NW

Planning Board

The Largo Planning Board will hold public hearings on two proposed ordinances amending the Comprehensive Development Code. One ordinance would designate the City Manager as the administrative authority for plat and replat approvals, revise fence height modification eligibility, and exempt governmental entities from certain survey requirements. The other would establish requirements and procedures for temporary emergency housing uses. The board will also discuss the Forward Pinellas East Bay/Roosevelt Corridor Study and swear in a new member.

• Ordinance 2026-02: Designates City Manager as administrative authority for plat/replat approvals; revises fence height modification eligibility; exempts City/entities from certified survey for FLUM amendments
• Ordinance 2026-06: Establishes requirements, definitions, and procedures for temporary emergency housing uses
• Forward Pinellas East Bay/Roosevelt Corridor Study discussion
• Swearing in of new Planning Board member Brad Graham
• Approval of September 4, 2025 minutes

Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will hear a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2026 budget for the West Bay Drive Community Redevelopment District and consider recommending approval of Ordinance No. 2026-07, which amends the city's development code to align with updated plans for the West Bay Drive and Clearwater-Largo Road redevelopment districts. The board will also receive updates on the Horizon West Bay project, city-wide community survey results, and take a group photo for the annual report. Public comment is scheduled.

• Ordinance No. 2026-07: Comprehensive Development Code amendment for West Bay Drive and Clearwater-Largo Road CRDs (recommendation vote)
• FY2026 budget presentation for West Bay Drive CRA fund (no action requested)
• Horizon West Bay construction update
• Overview of city-wide community survey results
• Group photo for annual report

Community Development Advisory Board

The Community Development Advisory Board will consider two ordinances that amend Largo's Comprehensive Development Code to implement updated redevelopment plans for the West Bay Drive and Clearwater-Largo Road Community Redevelopment Districts. The changes would increase density and intensity limits, add bonus incentives for attainable housing and pedestrian mobility, and streamline development review. The board will also introduce a new member and approve the agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Ordinance No. 2026-07: Code amendment for West Bay Drive and Clearwater-Largo Road CRDs, including new character districts and density bonuses
• Ordinance No. 2026-03: Code amendment for Target Employment Center Overlays
• Introduction of new board member Samantha Fenger
• Approval of May 19, 2025 meeting minutes

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Largo Municipal Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings on 9 first-order code violation cases, consider 5 second-order non-compliance cases with potential daily fines, and review compliance affidavits. The agenda also includes a request for fine reduction and several cases not being heard.

• First orders: 14722 Condor Pass (weeds/debris), 249 Jasper St (Shangri-La M/H Park, $7.8M property), 598 Shore Dr, 2814 Mary Sue St, 212 Jody Ct, 299 Fulton St NE, 14616 Sunset St, 3409 Sherwood Dr
• Non-compliance second orders: 710 Cleveland Ave ($250/day fine), 540 8th Ave NW ($150/day), 106 Lake Ave SE ($200 fine due), 1065 10th St NW ($100/day), 636 Stremma Rd ($150/day), 12425 Ridge Rd ($250/day)
• Consent docket: compliance affidavits for 804 8th Ave SW and 317 Valencia Blvd, no fines due
• Request for reduction: fines may be reduced to minimum $500 (or $1,500 for repeat violations)
• Cases not being heard: 14722 Condor Pass and 14699 Condor Pass (both Chiang properties)

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board will meet to discuss updates on several park projects, including the Largo Central Park restroom, the Largo Central Railroad, the McGough Boardwalk grant, and issues with the Southwest Pool. The board will also consider proposed Recreation, Parks & Arts (RPA) fee changes, a new website and app, a vendor policy, and upcoming events.

• Largo Central Park Restroom Schedule update
• Largo Central Railroad Project update
• McGough Boardwalk Grant update
• Southwest Pool Project issues
• RPA Fee Changes

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will review and adopt its 2025 report, which recommends 11 categories of incentives to encourage affordable housing production, including expedited permitting, impact fee modifications, and flexible densities. The report will be submitted to the Largo City Commission for direction and to the state by December 31, 2025. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes from prior meetings.

• Adoption of 2025 AHAC Report with recommendations on expedited permitting, impact fees, densities, and accessory units
• Evaluation of parkland impact fee waiver program before 2028 sunset
• Consideration of sewer impact fee reductions for affordable housing
• Review of permitting process with consultant Plante Moran for streamlining
• Removal of development agreement requirement in West Bay Drive CRD

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved the final budget for fiscal year 2026 and set the property tax rate, along with several other ordinances and contracts. The meeting included public hearings on the tax rate, budget, charter amendments, and retirement plan changes, as well as consent items for various administrative approvals.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-42 setting the FY 2026 property tax rate (5-2 vote)
• Approved Resolution 2445 adopting the FY 2026 final budget (6-1 vote)
• Approved $116,000 in additional funding for the Southwest Recreation Aquatic Center project (Weller Pools)
• Authorized a 2-year contract with Tampa Bay Psychology Associates LLC (up to $183,000/year) for mental health services for police and fire
• Approved Resolution 2444 opting out of the multifamily middle market property tax exemption

City Commission

The Largo City Commission will hold public hearings to adopt the final FY 2026 budget and set the property tax rate, along with several other ordinances and resolutions. They will also consider contracts for mental health services, workers' compensation, and construction change orders, as well as a resolution to opt out of a multifamily property tax exemption.

• Ordinance 2025-42: Set FY 2026 property tax rate (second reading)
• Resolution 2445: Adopt final FY 2026 budget
• Contract with Tampa Bay Psychology Associates LLC: up to $183,000/year for two years for police/fire mental health services
• Increase purchase order for Southwest Recreation Center Bath House renovation from $576,000 to $617,000
• Resolution 2444: Opt out of multifamily middle market property tax exemption for units serving 80-120% AMI

Special Magistrate

The Largo Municipal Special Magistrate will hold a public hearing on September 11, 2025, to address code enforcement cases, including a request to reduce a $333,900 fine for a repeat weed and debris violation at 202 N Belcher Rd, and a non-compliance case with $850 per day fines at 1737 Indian Rocks Rd. The agenda also includes first orders for new violations and approval of minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting.

• Fine reduction request: CE2022-00528, Richard Martin Mgmt Co Inc, 202 N Belcher Rd, repeat weed/debris violation, $333,900 fine, compliance date 05/12/2025
• Non-compliance second order: CEC-24-00084, FLN Properties LLC, 1737 Indian Rocks Rd, unsafe structures/equipment, $850/day fine since 08/07/2025
• First order: CEC-25-00114, Largo 126 Apartments, 6727 126th Ave, excessive weeds/debris
• Case not being heard: CEC-25-00112, Cammilot Investments LLC, Belcher Rd S, weeds/debris
• Approval of August 14, 2025 minutes

Commission Work Session Directive

The Largo City Commission is holding a work session to discuss several items, including the Duke Clean Energy Connection program, proposed code amendments for temporary emergency housing and mobile home communities, and the Vision 2030 strategic plan. The commission will also receive reports from various boards and committees. Action items include requests to bring the Clean Energy program to a vote and to allow administrative approval for carport replacements after named storms.

• Duke Clean Energy Connection program enrollment overview and request for original projections
• Proposed Comprehensive Development Code amendment for temporary emergency housing uses
• Draft Chapter 19 amendments for mobile home community land use changes and development orders
• Review of Vision 2030 strategic plan
• Request to allow administrative approval for carport replacement after named storms

Commission Work Session

The Largo City Commission will discuss and provide direction on several items, including a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Development Code to establish formal procedures for reviewing temporary emergency housing uses, following the impacts of Hurricanes Debby, Helene, and Milton. They will also review the Duke Clean Energy Connection program enrollment and consider continued participation, and receive presentations on draft amendments for mobile home communities and the Vision 2030 strategic plan. Board and committee reports will be given, and commissioners may raise action items.

• Proposed CDC amendment to create review process for temporary emergency housing (Agenda Memo #25-355)
• Duke Clean Energy Connection program: net cost $152,558 to date, projected savings $772,000–$1.5M over 33 years
• Draft Chapter 19 amendments for mobile home community land use changes
• Review of Vision 2030 strategic plan update
• Board reports from Forward Pinellas, Pinellas Continuum of Care, Suncoast League of Cities, PSTA, and Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council

Planning Board

The Largo Planning Board will hold public hearings on two requests for hardship relief from the city's 8-foot front setback rule for mobile homes, both seeking to rebuild carports destroyed by Hurricane Helene at a 5-foot setback. The board will also swear in a new member, consider prior minutes, and vote for a new vice chair.

• HR-25-0005: 500 Red Wing Circle - relief to reduce front setback from 8 to 5 feet to rebuild a carport destroyed by Hurricane Helene
• HR-25-0004: 7100 Ulmerton Road Unit 600 - same relief request for a carport at Ranchero Village
• Swearing in of new Planning Board member Tywanna McGee
• Vote for new Vice Chair
• Consideration of August 7, 2025 minutes

City Commission Directive

The City Commission approved a first reading of an ordinance establishing a property tax rate of 5.5200 mills for FY2026, with a public hearing scheduled for September 16. They also adopted a tentative budget for FY2026. Commissioner Smith requested that social media be used to notify the public of future meetings on the millage rate and budget.

• Ordinance No. 2025-42: property tax rate of 5.5200 mills for FY2026, approved 5-2 (Smith, DiBrizzi nay), public hearing on 09/16
• Resolution No. 2443: adopting tentative budget for FY2026, approved 7-0
• Commissioner Smith requested social media notifications for future millage and budget meetings

City Commission

The City Commission is holding the first public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-42 to establish the FY 2026 property tax rate of 5.5200 mills, which is a 4.78% increase over the rolled-back rate. They will also consider Resolution No. 2443 to adopt a tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2026. The meeting includes public hearings and potential action on these items.

• Ordinance No. 2025-42: First reading to set property tax rate at 5.5200 mills for FY 2026, generating $2,352,800 in additional revenue
• Resolution No. 2443: Adopting a tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2026
• Public hearing for property tax rate and budget adoption
• Proposed millage rate is 4.78% above the rolled-back rate of 5.2683 mills
• Second public hearing scheduled for September 16, 2025

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission met and approved a consent docket of administrative items, adopted a fee ordinance for Recreation, Parks and Arts, and approved the first reading of a road vacation ordinance. The meeting also included ceremonial items and citizen comment.

• Approved additional resident project representative services for Lift Stations 19, 26, and 41 totaling $420,956
• Authorized emergency sewer repair at 13750 49th Street N for up to $118,861
• Authorized property insurance premium not to exceed $1,900,000
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-34 amending Recreation, Parks and Arts fees (6-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-40 to vacate right-of-way near 400 block of West Bay Drive NW

City Commission

The Largo City Commission will consider a consent docket with several spending approvals, including emergency sewer repair, insurance coverage, vehicle purchases, and service contracts. A public hearing will be held on a second reading of an ordinance amending Recreation, Parks and Arts fees. The commission will also take a first reading on vacating a portion of right-of-way on West Bay Drive NW.

• Emergency sanitary sewer repair at 13750 49th Street N to QRC Inc., not to exceed $104,278 plus $14,583 contingency
• Property insurance policy with Lockton Companies, premium not to exceed $1,900,000
• Additional resident project representative services for Lift Stations 19, 26, and 41 totaling $421,956
• Ordinance 2025-34 second reading: amending Recreation, Parks and Arts fees
• Ordinance 2025-40 first reading: vacating right-of-way adjacent to 400 block of West Bay Drive NW

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Largo Municipal Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings on property code violations, including cases involving unpermitted construction, short-term rental safety issues, and property maintenance. The board will also consider accepting an affidavit of compliance for one case and hear second orders for non-compliant properties. The agenda includes a consent docket item and five first-order cases.

• Consent docket: CER-24-00325, Michael Biros, 427 3rd Ave NE, affidavit of compliance accepted, no fines due.
• Second order: CER-24-00436, STRG Investments LLC, 3996 Church Creek Pt, short-term rental life/safety violations, $250/day fine starts 08/15/2025.
• Second order: CER-25-00316, Ronald Vigneault/Lauren Mones, 1133 Hickory Dr, unpermitted building and short-term rental violations, $250/day fine starts 08/15/2025.
• First order: CER-25-00434, Andrea M Robinson/Jeffrey M Robinson, 8361 Wrens Way, unpermitted detached storage building and fence violations.
• First order: CER-25-00588, Tony Phillips/Tammy Phillips, 225 Country Club Dr #B221, building without permits.

Cancelled - Community Development Advisory Board

The Community Development Advisory Board meeting scheduled for August 25, 2025, has been cancelled. No business will be discussed or decided at this time.

Library Advocacy Board

The Library Advocacy Board will meet to approve minutes from February 2025, review monthly reports from the Library Director for June and July, and discuss old business including Friends of the Largo Library and the Greater Largo Library Foundation. New business includes a presentation on collection development. The agenda includes a detailed list of children's books added to the collection.

• Approval of minutes from February 20, 2025; April and June meetings lacked quorum due to board vacancies
• Review of Library Director's monthly reports for June and July 2025
• Discussion of Friends of the Largo Library and Greater Largo Library Foundation
• Children's book order attachment listing over 200 titles added to the collection
• Collection development presentation

Planning Board Retreat Part 2

This is a retreat meeting of the Largo Planning Board, consisting of a presentation by the Planning Manager and a training session on Florida Sunshine Law and public records by the Board Attorney. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Planning Division presentation by Alicia Parinello, Planning Manager
• Florida Sunshine Law and public records training by Laura Carrera, Board Attorney

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to review and make recommendations on affordable housing incentives, including support for development near transportation hubs and employment centers, parking and setback requirements, infrastructure capacity reservation, and street requirement modifications. The agenda includes approval of the August 20 agenda and July 16 minutes, followed by the new business discussion. No final decisions are expected; the committee will provide recommendations.

• Review of affordable housing incentives for development near transportation hubs and major employment centers
• Discussion of parking and setback requirements
• Consideration of infrastructure capacity reservation
• Modification of street requirements

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a consent docket and several ordinances, including a $1.8 million joint project agreement with Pinellas County for utility relocation on the Rosery Road NE Mobility Improvement Project. The commission also approved first readings of ordinances amending the city charter on election provisions, enhancing police and firefighter retirement benefits, and authorizing a state revolving loan application. All items were approved, with one ordinance passing 6-1.

• Approved $1.8M JPA with Pinellas County for Rosery Road NE utility relocation
• Approved $536,122 for Starkey Road Basin BMP design services
• Approved $481,403 contract for Southwest Recreation Center parking lots
• Approved $90,000 contract for 1st Ave SW raised crosswalk
• Approved first reading of charter amendment on election provisions

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to handle a consent docket of routine administrative items, including contracts, appointments, and vehicle purchases, plus first readings of three ordinances. The most consequential item is authorization to negotiate land purchases to relocate Fire Station 42. The agenda is largely procedural, with no public hearings scheduled.

• Authorization to negotiate purchase of land to relocate Fire Station 42
• Contract for Starkey Road Basin BMP project design, $536,122
• Award of contract for 1st Avenue SW raised crosswalk, $90,000 total
• Award of contract for Southwest Recreation Center parking lots, $481,403 total
• First reading of ordinance amending City Charter regarding election provisions

Special Magistrate

The Largo Municipal Special Magistrate will hold a public hearing on August 14, 2025, to address code enforcement cases. The agenda includes accepting compliance affidavits, hearing non-compliance and second orders, considering requests for fine reductions, and issuing first orders for new violations. The meeting will also include approval of the June 12, 2025 minutes.

• CEC-24-00044: Kimco Realty Corp, 10500 Ulmerton Rd, non-compliant, $100/day fine since July 17, 2025
• CEC-24-00053: Emerald Garden Real Estate Inc, 12949 66th St N, non-compliant, $200/day fine since July 10, 2025
• CE2021-01478: Pontus Vault Portfolio II LLC, 13175 Walsingham Rd, fine reduction request, total fine $31,555.00
• CE2023-01737: Pontus Vault Portfolio II LLC, 13175 Walsingham Rd, repeat violation, fine reduction request, total fine $4,800.00
• CEC-25-00035: Belleair Beach Paradise LLC, 101 Clearwater Largo Rd, first order for multiple violations including building without permits

Commission Work Session Directive

The Largo City Commission work session included presentations on a proposed opt-out for a middle-market property tax exemption, a code amendment for the Clearwater-Largo Road and West Bay Drive CRA plans, and FY 2026 budget direction. The commission reached consensus to support including a floodplain manager and the Pinecrest project instead of the Venetian Gardens project in the budget, and to set a 5.52 millage rate. Board and committee reports were given, and an action item requested data on flood insurance policies.

• Consensus to prepare opt-out resolution for middle-market property tax exemption (80-120% AMI)
• Proposed amendment to Comprehensive Development Code for Clearwater-Largo Road and West Bay Drive CRA plans
• FY 2026 budget: support for floodplain manager and Pinecrest project, not Venetian Gardens
• 5.52 millage rate supported
• Request for flood insurance policy data

Commission Work Session

The Largo City Commission will discuss three items: whether to draft a resolution opting out of a state property tax exemption for new multifamily housing serving households earning 80-120% of Area Median Income, a proposed code amendment to implement updated redevelopment plans for the Clearwater-Largo Road and West Bay Drive districts, and final direction on the FY 2026 budget and millage rate. The meeting is a work session, so no final votes are expected, but direction may be given.

• Opt-out of Middle Market Property Tax Exemption for units serving 80-120% AMI (requires two-thirds commission vote)
• Proposed Comprehensive Development Code amendment for Clearwater-Largo Road and West Bay Drive CRDs
• FY 2026 budget direction: millage rate of 5.5200 mills recommended by Finance Advisory Board
• Funding for Floodplain Manager position supported by Finance Advisory Board
• Funding shift: Pinecrest Stormwater Conservation Area funded, Venetian Gardens Drainage Resiliency Improvements unfunded

Planning Board

The Largo Planning Board will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing to consider CU-25-0001, a request by Anh Nguyen of Belcher Plaza LLC for a Class II Conditional Use to establish a dance studio (commercial trade school) in a 4,746 sq ft tenant space at 12600 Belcher Rd S. Staff recommends approval, finding the use compatible with the Industrial Limited zoning. The board will also approve the July 10, 2025 minutes.

• Public hearing on CU-25-0001: dance studio at 12600 Belcher Rd S, 4,746 sq ft tenant space, Industrial Limited zoning
• Staff recommends approval of conditional use; no site alterations proposed
• Proposed hours: Mon-Fri 2pm-9pm, Sat 8am-2pm
• Approval of minutes from July 10, 2025 meeting

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission held its regular meeting on August 5, 2025, approving a consent docket with administrative items, adopting several ordinances (including annexation, solid waste, wastewater, stormwater, and budget amendments), and approving a resolution to withdraw from Public Risk Management of Florida. The meeting also included ceremonial recognitions, citizen comment, and a request for a chart of non-resident surcharges.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-12 annexing one property with Industrial Limited land use (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-30 amending FY 2025 budget by $694,900 for operating, capital, personnel needs (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-31 amending FY 2025 budget by $6,992,675 for hurricane recovery (7-0)
• Approved $475,250 for Largo Library HVAC upgrade via Carrier Corporation (Sourcewell contract)
• Approved $83,492 for replacement vehicle from Duval Ford (FSA contract)

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to consider a range of items including several ordinances on second reading (annexation, solid waste, wastewater, stormwater, and two budget amendments), a first reading of a fee ordinance for the Recreation, Parks and Arts Department, and a resolution to withdraw from Public Risk Management of Florida. The consent docket includes contracts for landscaping, lab services, a vehicle purchase, HVAC and roof work at the library, body armor, and police services. The meeting also includes ceremonial recognitions and citizen comment.

• Ordinance 2025-12: Annexation of one property with Industrial Limited land use
• Ordinance 2025-30: FY 2025 budget amendment of $694,900 for operating, capital, personnel needs
• Ordinance 2025-31: FY 2025 budget amendment of $6,992,675 for hurricane recovery
• Ordinance 2025-34: First reading to amend Recreation, Parks and Arts fees
• Consent: $475,250 for library HVAC upgrade and $250,000 for library roof replacement

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Largo Municipal Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings on July 31, 2025, covering a consent docket of compliance affidavits, second orders for non-compliance with daily fines, a request to reduce a $38,000 fine, and seven first-order violation cases. The board will also consider a $1,300 fine for a case that came into compliance late.

• Consent docket: 3 compliance affidavits accepted (CE-25-00007, CER-25-00341, CER-25-00281)
• Second orders: 6 non-compliance cases with daily fines up to $250/day (e.g., CER-24-00240, CER-25-00314)
• Fine due: $1,300 for CER-25-00082 (13 days at $100/day)
• Reduction request: $38,000 fine for short-term rental violations at 2116 Isabelle St (CER-25-00115)
• First orders: 7 new cases including weeds/debris, unpermitted work, and exterior maintenance (e.g., CER-25-00514, CER-25-00065)

Finance Advisory Board

The Finance Advisory Board will review the FY 2026 Proposed Budget and develop formal recommendations to the City Commission, covering property tax rates, utility rates, and strategic budget priorities. The board will also consider prior meeting minutes and public comment. This is the key meeting where the board finalizes its input on the city's spending plan.

• FY 2026 Proposed Budget Review - Recommendations to the City Commission (Agenda Memo #25-291)
• Proposed Property Tax Rate
• Utility Rate Recommendations (stormwater, wastewater, solid waste)
• Strategic Budget Priorities
• Additional Funding / Funding Reduction Propositions

Cancelled Community Development Advisory Board

The Community Development Advisory Board meeting scheduled for July 28, 2025, in Largo, FL, has been cancelled. The agenda contains no substantive items for discussion or decision.

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board will meet to approve June minutes, receive project updates, and discuss the RPA fee analysis and proposed FY26 budget. The agenda is largely procedural, with no final votes expected on the budget or fees at this meeting.

• Approval of June 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Project updates on CPPAC playhouse, Largo Central Park restroom, and Train Shed building
• RPA Fee Analysis & Presentation
• Proposed FY 26 Budget Presentation
• Fast Fact Books and Website Updates

Commission Work Session

The Largo City Commission is holding a work session to review the City Manager's proposed FY 2026 budget of $299,491,900 in total expenditures, including $123,279,300 for the General Fund. The commission will discuss strategic investments, revenue changes, and provide direction to the Finance Advisory Board on areas for review, including the property tax rate and utility rate increases. No final decisions are being made at this meeting; the budget will be adopted at public hearings in September.

• Proposed FY 2026 budget: $299,491,900 total expenditures, $123,279,300 General Fund
• Property tax rate maintained at 5.5200 mills, generating $2.3M additional revenue
• Proposed 5% wastewater rate increase, 15% stormwater rate increase, 10% solid waste rate increase
• Capital projects include 16th Street NW paving, East Rosery Road to Ponce de Leon Blvd, Allens Creek Basin culvert replacement
• New positions: 1 FTE Grounds Maintenance Worker for Highpoint Community Park, 2 full-time lifeguards and part-time support for Southwest Pool

Planning Board Retreat Part 1

The Largo Planning Board is holding a retreat with a presentation from Forward Pinellas staff on regional and countywide planning efforts, including the Gateway Master Plan and the Target Employment Industrial Land Study. Staff will be available for questions, followed by open discussion. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Presentation by Forward Pinellas on regional updates
• Discussion of Gateway Master Plan
• Discussion of Target Employment Industrial Land Study

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to review and make recommendations on affordable housing incentives, including flexible densities, flexible lot configurations, modification of impact fees, and affordable accessory residential units. The committee will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Review and recommendations on flexible densities
• Review and recommendations on flexible lot configurations
• Review and recommendations on modification of impact fees
• Review and recommendations on affordable accessory residential units

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission met on July 15, 2025, and approved a series of items, including a proposed property tax rate of 5.5200 for FY 2026, first readings of ordinances to increase wastewater and stormwater utility fees, and a $6.99 million budget amendment for hurricane recovery. The commission also approved several contracts, including a $92,690 emergency aeration blower rental and a $172,982 sewer realignment task order. All votes were 6-0 unless noted, with Commissioner Brown absent.

• Approved proposed FY 2026 property tax rate of 5.5200 mills; public hearing set for 09/02
• First reading of Ordinance 2025-28 to increase wastewater rates and connection charges (approved 4-2)
• First reading of Ordinance 2025-29 to increase stormwater utility fee per ERU (Option 1)
• Approved $6,992,675 budget amendment for hurricane recovery expenditures
• Approved $92,690 emergency expenditure for aeration blower rental at wastewater facility

City Commission

The Largo City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on the proposed property tax rate for FY 2026, as well as first readings of ordinances to increase wastewater and stormwater rates. They will also consider several contracts, including a $92,690 emergency blower rental and a $172,982 sewer realignment, plus a $6.99 million budget amendment for hurricane recovery.

• Approval of emergency expenditure up to $92,690 for aeration blower rental at the Wastewater Reclamation Facility
• Task Order No. 2025-02 for Highland Sanitary Sewer Realignment at 201 Highland Avenue with Mead & Hunt, Inc. in estimated amount of $172,982
• Ordinance No. 2025-28 (first reading) to increase certain wastewater rates and add connection charges
• Ordinance No. 2025-29 (first reading) to increase stormwater utility fees per ERU
• Ordinance No. 2025-31 (first reading) to amend FY 2025 budget by $6,992,675 for hurricane recovery

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing on HR-25-0003, a request for hardship relief from the maximum square footage restriction for accessory structures at 2363 Haddon Hall Place. The applicant seeks to build a 1,032 square foot detached accessory building, exceeding the 500 square foot limit, to serve as an outdoor kitchen and gathering space. Staff recommends approval, finding the relief meets several criteria, though the site lacks unique conditions and the hardship is self-imposed.

• Hardship relief request HR-25-0003 for 2363 Haddon Hall Place to exceed 500 sq ft accessory structure limit
• Proposed 1,032 sq ft detached accessory building for outdoor kitchen and gathering space
• Property is 1.92 acres, zoned Residential Estate, with 9,317 sq ft single-family home
• Staff recommends approval; applicant cites oak trees blocking home addition
• Approval expires if building permit not obtained within 365 days

Commission Work Session Directive

The Largo City Commission is holding a work session with a presentation on a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Development Code related to the Target Employment and Industrial Lands Study (TEILS) implementation. Board/committee reports will be given, and commissioners may discuss items, but no formal action items are listed.

• Presentation on proposed Comprehensive Development Code amendment for TEILS implementation
• Board/committee reports: Pinellas Continuum of Care, Forward Pinellas, Suncoast League of Cities, Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority, Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council

Commission Work Session

The Largo City Commission will hear a presentation on proposed amendments to the city's Comprehensive Development Code to implement the 2023 Target Employment and Industrial Lands Study (TEILS). The changes aim to allow more flexible mixed-use development in certain employment areas. This is an informational item only, with staff seeking input and feedback.

• Proposed amendment to Comprehensive Development Code for TEILS implementation
• Introduction of Target Employment Center (TEC) overlays: Suburban Industrial and Suburban Office
• Staff working with Forward Pinellas and Kimley-Horn on code updates
• Board/committee reports from Forward Pinellas, Pinellas Continuum of Care, Suncoast League of Cities, PSTA, and Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a consent docket including insurance renewals, a bus stop improvement contract, and other administrative items, plus adopted two community redevelopment district plan amendments. They also gave first-reading approval to a land use map change and an annexation, and discussed requests for information on bus shelters and a puppy store.

• Renewed group medical insurance with Public Risk Management of Florida Health Trust, estimated $17,196,500 for FY2026
• Awarded contract No. 25-B-835 for bus stop improvements on Clearwater-Largo Road to American Construction Services, Inc., total $67,657.67
• Approved purchase of 111 composite manhole ring & covers and installation from Core & Main Inc and Jennings Pipe Lining & Services, LLC, $409,262, in lieu of DEP penalties
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-19 and 2025-22, amendments to Clearwater-Largo Road and West Bay Drive Community Redevelopment District plans
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-04, Future Land Use Map Amendment for 13.92 acres at 201 Highland Avenue North from Institutional to Residential/Office/Retail

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to decide on several administrative and policy items, including a $17.2 million group medical insurance renewal, a land use map amendment for a 13.92-acre property, and a property annexation. The agenda also includes public hearings on two community redevelopment district plan amendments and a consent docket with various contracts and purchases.

• Renewal of group medical insurance with Public Risk Management of Florida Health Trust for $17,196,500 (FY2026)
• Ordinance 2025-04 (first reading): Future Land Use Map amendment for 201 Highland Avenue North from Institutional to Residential/Office/Retail
• Ordinance 2025-12 (first reading): Annexation of one property with Industrial Limited land use designation
• Ordinance 2025-19 (second reading): Clearwater-Largo Road Community Redevelopment District Plan Amendment
• Award of contract for bus stop improvements on Clearwater-Largo Road to American Construction Services for $58,832.76

Cancelled - Community Development Advisory Board

The June 30, 2025 meeting of the Largo Community Development Advisory Board has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Largo Municipal Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings on June 26, 2025, to address code violations. The agenda includes consent items for properties that came into compliance, second orders for non-compliance, a request to reduce a $7,500 fine, and first orders for new violations. Cases involve issues like inoperative vehicles, unpermitted construction, pool maintenance, and short-term rental safety requirements.

• Consent: 2185 Wateroak Dr N, Clearwater – inoperative vehicles, compliance achieved, no fines due
• Second order: 2243 Westbury Ave, Clearwater – pool/pond maintenance and unpermitted work, $100/day fine starts 06/17/2025
• Fine reduction request: 795 Corvette Dr, Largo – $7,500 fine for unpermitted detached storage building, owner requests reduction
• First order: 3996 Church Creek Pt, Largo – short-term rental life/safety violations (STRG Investments LLC)
• First order: 1133 Hickory Dr, Largo – unpermitted plumbing/electrical and short-term rental violations

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a pricing analysis and fee increase proposal for recreation programs, updates on projects, and plans for the Southwest Pool grand opening. The board will also consider minutes from the previous meeting and discuss upcoming events for July 2025.

• RPA Pricing Analysis and Fee Increase Proposal Presentation
• Southwest Pool Grand Opening Plans
• Project Updates
• Parks & Recreation Month
• Strategic Plan Advisory Committee

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to hear a presentation on the state of housing in Largo, select a chair and vice chair, and review affordable housing incentives, including expedited permitting and a public land inventory. They will also approve the agenda and minutes from a prior meeting.

• State of Housing in Largo presentation
• Selection of Chair/Vice Chair
• Review of affordable housing incentives: expedited permitting
• Review of public land inventory
• Approval of minutes from September 18, 2024

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a consent docket including purchases of three claw trucks for $738,350 and a three-year sulfuric acid contract totaling $1,500,000, plus several other equipment and service contracts. They also adopted a code amendment ordinance and approved first readings of two ordinances: one to vacate a utility easement at 12400 Shawnee Trail and another to amend anti-smoking rules in parks. All votes were 6-0 except the anti-smoking ordinance, which passed 5-1.

• Approved purchase of 3 claw trucks from Petersen Industries for $738,350
• Approved 3-year sulfuric acid contract with Hawkins Inc. for $1,500,000
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-08 amending Comprehensive Development Code
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-25 to vacate utility easement at 12400 Shawnee Trail
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-26 amending anti-smoking rules in parks (5-1)

City Commission

The Largo City Commission will consider several consent items, including the purchase of three replacement claw trucks for $738,350 and a three-year sulfuric acid supply contract worth $1.5 million. They will also hold public hearings on a code amendment to align with state statutes and on ordinances to vacate a utility easement and expand anti-smoking rules.

• Purchase 3 claw trucks from Petersen Industries for $738,350
• Award sulfuric acid bid to Hawkins Inc. for $500,000/year, total $1.5M
• Interlocal agreement for storm debris management site 'Lot 14' with 4 neighboring cities
• Ordinance 2025-08 (2nd reading) to correct code discrepancies and align with state law
• Ordinance 2025-26 (1st reading) to amend anti-smoking rules in parks

Special Magistrate

The Largo Municipal Special Magistrate will hold a public hearing on June 12, 2025, to address code enforcement cases, including requests to reduce fines, first orders for new violations, and consent docket items. The most significant item is a request to reduce a $380,750 fine for an unsafe structure at 3760 East Bay Dr. The agenda also includes a first order for violations at 1737 Indian Rocks Rd and a case not being heard for 2147 Pine Forest Dr.

• Request to reduce $380,750 fine (CE2020-01540) for unsafe structure at 3760 East Bay Dr, Largo
• Request to reduce $250,750 fine (CE2020-01534, repeat) for public health nuisances at 3760 East Bay Dr
• First order for FLN Properties LLC at 1737 Indian Rocks Rd for unsafe structures, abandoned signs, and other code violations
• Consent docket: compliance accepted for 6541 139th Ave N (fences, weeds, building without permit)
• Case not being heard: CE2024-00607 for 2147 Pine Forest Dr, Clearwater (building without permits, interior structure)

Commission Work Session Directive

The Largo Commission is holding a work session to review three presentations: the Clearwater-Largo Road multimodal improvements project, the Police Officers and Firefighters Retirement Plan actuarial report, and the 2025-2029 CDBG Consolidated Plan. The commission reached consensus to proceed with adoption of the CDBG plan. No action items are listed.

• Clearwater-Largo Road Multimodal Improvements CIP Project Update
• Police Officers and Firefighters Retirement Plan October 1, 2024 Actuarial Report Review
• 2025-2029 CDBG Consolidated Plan & 2025-2026 Action Plan - consensus to proceed with adoption

Commission Work Session

The Largo City Commission is holding a work session to review three items: an update on the Clearwater-Largo Road Multimodal Improvements project, the police and firefighters retirement plan actuarial report, and the 2025-2029 CDBG Consolidated Plan. The road project presentation will discuss three scenarios to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists, including a lane reduction. The pension report shows the required city contribution for FY 2026 will increase by $457,660 to $10,039,123. The CDBG plan outlines federal grant spending for community development over the next five years.

• Clearwater-Largo Road: three scenarios presented (A: pedestrian crossing/landscaping, B: on-street bike lane, C: wider sidewalk/shared use path); public favored Scenario C
• Pension: FY 2026 required city + state contribution increases $457,660 to $10,039,123 (40.89% of pay)
• CDBG: 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025-2026 Action Plan presented for review
• Board/committee reports from Forward Pinellas, Pinellas Continuum of Care, Suncoast League of Cities, PSTA, and Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed Future Land Use Map Amendment (FLUMA-25-0003) for the city-owned property at 201 Highland Avenue North. The city seeks to change the classification from Institutional to Residential/Office/Retail to allow future mixed-use development, including housing, offices, and limited retail, before selling the property. The board will also consider approval of the May 1, 2025, meeting minutes.

• FLUMA-25-0003: Reclassify 13.92-acre city-owned site at 201 Highland Ave N from Institutional to Residential/Office/Retail
• Approval of May 1, 2025, Planning Board minutes
• Property is adjacent to Highland Ave N, 2nd Ave NE, and 5th Ave NE; near West Bay Drive CRD and Downtown Multimodal Activity Center
• Referendum approved in Nov 2024 allows sale of property over 1.5 acres

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission held its regular meeting on June 3, 2025, approving a consent docket that included several police equipment purchases funded by federal forfeiture funds, a workers' compensation settlement, and emergency biosolids hauling. The commission also adopted a budget amendment of $1,645,900 and approved a $209,880 contract for building and permitting customer service engagement services. Two community redevelopment district plan amendments were continued to a future meeting.

• Approved $130,000 for mobile anti-vehicle barriers and trailer for police
• Approved up to $35,000 for commercial refrigerators, freezer, and ice machine for police
• Approved $55,212.05 workers' compensation settlement for Richard Mushaben
• Approved $129,988.21 emergency expenditure for biosolids dewatering and hauling
• Adopted FY 2025 budget amendment of $1,645,900

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to consider a range of items including consent docket approvals, public hearings on community redevelopment district plan amendments and a budget amendment, and a legislative matter for consulting services. The agenda includes several notable expenditures for police equipment, facility upgrades, and emergency services, as well as proclamations for Homeownership and Pride Month.

• Ordinance No. 2025-23: Amends FY 2025 budget by $1,645,900 for operating, capital, personnel, and other needs
• Ordinance No. 2025-19: Second reading of Clearwater Largo Road Community Redevelopment District Plan Amendment
• Ordinance No. 2025-22: Second reading of West Bay Drive Community Redevelopment District Plan Amendment
• Authorization to spend $130,000 in federal forfeiture funds for mobile anti-vehicle barriers and trailer for police
• Approval of RFQ No. 25-Q-831 with Plante & Moran, PLLC for $209,880 for building, permitting, and plan review customer service engagement

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Largo Municipal Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings on May 29, 2025, to address code violations. The agenda includes 11 first-order cases covering issues like unpermitted construction, short-term rental violations, inoperative vehicles, and property maintenance. The board will also consider two requests to reduce fines and review affidavits of compliance and non-compliance for previously ordered cases.

• First-order case at 305 Inlet Ct, Clearwater: non-allowable use (CE-25-00007)
• First-order case at 12651 Seminole Blvd #15-H: building without permits (CER-24-00071)
• First-order case at 3511 North Cir: roof drainage, weeds, inoperative vehicles (CER-24-00538)
• Fine reduction request: $3,000 fine for 8051 Ulmerton Rd reduced (CE2024-00790)
• Fine reduction request: $1,950 fine for 507 Shore Dr reduced (CE2024-00505)

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a consent docket including lease amendments, a $4.05 million federal earmark request, a $500,000 grant for boardwalk reconstruction, and several other administrative items. They also adopted the FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Program, approved affordable housing density bonus agreements, and passed the first reading of a code amendment ordinance. The meeting included proclamations, citizen comment, and staff reports.

• Resolution No. 2437 ratifying a $4,050,000 federal earmark request through Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna
• Resolution No. 2439 authorizing a $500,000 grant amendment to reconstruct the McGough Nature Park boardwalk
• Approval of lease amendments with Parlor Doughnuts and Strachan's Ice Cream at Horizon West Bay
• Approval of settlement with DEP for unauthorized discharges (approved 6-1, Holmes nay)
• Authorization to spend $864,338 for trenchless sewer rehabilitation and $961,000 for sodium hypochlorite/bisulfite

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several administrative and legislative items, including the FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Program. The agenda also includes multiple affordable housing density bonus agreements and various municipal contracts.

• Adopting the FY 2026-2030 City of Largo Capital Improvements Program
• Ratifying a $4,050,000 federal earmark request via Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna
• Amending a $500,000 DEP grant to reconstruct the McGough Nature Park Boardwalk
• Authorizing $864,338 for trenchless sanitary and storm sewer rehabilitation
• Approving affordable housing density bonus agreements with 621 Stremma Rd. Holdings and Shady Dell Holdings

Community Development Advisory Board

The Community Development Advisory Board will consider approving the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and the 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding, which includes an estimated $4,359,673 in allocations for housing, neighborhoods, supportive services, and administration. The board will also vote on funding recommendations for subrecipient public services, a item continued from the March 31 meeting due to lack of quorum. The plans will go to the City Commission for a work session on June 10, 2025, and final adoption on July 15, 2025.

• Approval of CDBG 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan (Agenda Memo #25-176)
• Estimated $4,359,673 in FY 2025-2026 funding: 74% housing, 18% neighborhoods, 2% supportive services, 6% administration
• Approval of FY 2025-2026 subrecipient public services funding recommendations
• Removal of $25,000 for Senior Chore Services due to Area Agency on Aging withdrawal; funds reallocated to housing rehabilitation
• Approval of minutes from February 24 and March 31, 2025 meetings

Commission Work Session Directive

The Commission held a work session to review the FY 2026 - FY 2030 Capital Improvements Program and short-term vacation rental recommendations. Commissioners also requested discussions on the City's participation in the Clean Energy program and the production of storm preparation videos.

• Proposed FY 2026 - FY 2030 Capital Improvements Program (CIP)
• Short-Term Vacation Rentals staff recommendations
• Library collection management framework presentation
• Request for discussion on City participation in the Clean Energy program
• Request for resident storm preparation and advice videos

Commission Work Session

The Largo City Commission will review the proposed FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Program (CIP), totaling $259,433,300, and consider supporting recommended utility rate increases (5% wastewater, 15% stormwater, 10% solid waste) as endorsed by the Finance Advisory Board. The Commission will also receive updates on short-term vacation rentals and library collection management policies. No final votes are scheduled; the Commission may request changes before formal approval on May 20.

• Proposed FY 2026-2030 CIP totaling $259,433,300
• Finance Advisory Board recommends 5% wastewater, 15% stormwater, 10% solid waste rate increases
• Discussion on updating short-term vacation rental ordinance and adding registration/renewal fees
• Library report on collection management, including revised display policies
• Board/committee reports from Forward Pinellas, Pinellas Continuum of Care, Suncoast League of Cities, PSTA, and Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council

Special Magistrate

The Largo Municipal Special Magistrate will meet on May 8, 2025, to hear code enforcement cases. The main item is a first-order hearing for a property at 1737 Indian Rocks Rd with a collapsed fuel canopy and damaged dispensers. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and a consent docket for a case already in compliance.

• First order hearing: CEC-24-00084, FLN Properties LLC, 1737 Indian Rocks Rd, for collapsed canopy and unsafe conditions
• Consent docket: CEC-24-00019, 1875 East Bay Dr, building without permits, compliance achieved April 8, 2025
• Approval of April 10, 2025 minutes
• No requests for fine reductions or second orders on the agenda

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a $1.65 million budget amendment for various needs, and advanced amendments to the Clearwater-Largo Road and West Bay Drive Community Redevelopment District plans. The consent docket included several contracts and purchases, and a public hearing adopted a cellular tower lease renewal. All items were approved 7-0.

• Ordinance 2025-23: FY 2025 budget amendment of $1,645,900
• Ordinance 2025-21: Cellular tower lease renewal with SBA Steel, LLC
• Ordinance 2025-19: Clearwater-Largo Road CRA plan amendment
• Ordinance 2025-22: West Bay Drive CRA plan amendment
• Purchase of automated side loader for $468,359

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to approve several routine items, including proclamations, minutes, and a consent docket of contracts and resolutions. They will also hold public hearings and first readings on ordinances, including a $1.6 million budget amendment and amendments to two Community Redevelopment District plans.

• Ordinance No. 2025-23 (first reading): Amends FY 2025 budget by $1,645,900 for operating, capital, personnel, and other needs.
• Ordinance No. 2025-19 (first reading): Clearwater-Largo Road Community Redevelopment District Plan Amendment.
• Ordinance No. 2025-22 (first reading): West Bay Drive Community Redevelopment District Plan Amendment.
• Resolution No. 2436: Adds $5,000 from Stormwater Fund to Angel Fund for stormwater-related repairs.
• Authorization to purchase one automated side loader for Solid Waste from Florida Kenworth for $468,359.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on amendments to two Community Redevelopment District plans and a Comprehensive Development Code update. The Clearwater-Largo Road plan would expand the district by 537 acres and establish a tax increment financing district. The board will also consider revisions to its own rules of procedure.

• Amendment to Clearwater-Largo Road CRD Plan (Ordinance 2025-19), adding 537 acres east of railroad to Betty Lane, total 844 acres
• Amendment to West Bay Drive CRD Plan (Ordinance 2025-22)
• CDCA25-003 (Ordinance 2025-08): code amendments to correct discrepancies and align with state statutes and Forward Pinellas rules
• Proposed revisions to Planning Board Rules of Procedure
• Approval of minutes from April 3 and April 10, 2025 meetings

Finance Advisory Board

The Finance Advisory Board will discuss the FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program by portfolio, including facilities, mobility, wastewater, and stormwater projects. They will also review financial policies for the stormwater, wastewater, and solid waste funds, and may make recommendations on revenue/rate changes and project funding. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion of FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program projects by portfolio
• Stormwater fund: asset priorities, funding allocation framework, project alternatives, fund scenario tool
• Wastewater fund: project alternatives and fund scenario tool review
• Solid waste fund: future vehicle needs, storm reserve, tipping fee effects
• Potential recommendations on revenue/rate changes and new or unfunded CIP projects

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board will discuss project updates, camp registration numbers, focus group comments, and Southwest Pool grand opening plans and team contracts. The agenda includes approval of March 24, 2025 minutes and upcoming May events.

• Southwest Pool grand opening plans and team contracts
• Camp registration numbers update
• Focus group comments review
• Approval of March 24, 2025 minutes
• Upcoming events for May 2025

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Largo Municipal Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings on nine first-order code violation cases, including unpermitted construction, overgrown weeds, inoperative vehicles, and short-term rental safety issues. The board will also consider a request to reduce a $3,000 fine for a repeat violation at 8051 Ulmerton Rd. Two cases are being postponed to May 29, 2025, at the owner's or code officer's request.

• Fine reduction request: CE2024-00790, 8051 Ulmerton Rd, $3,000 fine for 15 days of unpermitted building, plus $71.45 admin fee
• First order: CER-25-00124, 2300 Wellesley Rd, unpermitted building, fence violation, and keeping livestock without permit
• First order: CER-25-00115, 2116 Isabelle St, short-term vacation rental missing life/safety postings and fire extinguisher
• First order: CER-25-00133, 7266 Amhurst Way, inoperative vehicles, weeds, and exterior structure issues
• Two cases moved to May 29, 2025: 710 Cleveland Ave (owner's request) and 225 Country Club Dr (code officer's request)

Library Advocacy Board

The Library Advocacy Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear the library director's statistical reports for February and March 2025, receive updates from the Greater Largo Library Foundation and Friends of the Largo Library, and discuss policies and procedures. The agenda is routine and procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from February 20, 2025
• Statistical reports for February and March 2025
• Greater Largo Library Foundation update
• Friends of the Largo Library update
• Discussion of policies and procedures

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a consent docket of administrative purchases and contracts, including firefighter medical evaluations, pool chemicals, a seawall replacement, HVAC equipment, and park vehicles. They also adopted an ordinance amending floodplain management regulations and approved a lease for a restaurant at Horizon West Bay. All items passed 6-0 with Commissioner Holck absent.

• Approved $94,000 for firefighter medical and fitness evaluations via Life Scan Wellness Centers
• Awarded $131,000/year chlorine contract to Triangle Pool Service with renewal options
• Awarded $137,775 contract to Harbor Contracting for Lift Station No. 12 seawall replacement on 8th Ave SW
• Approved $352,833 for chiller and air handling units at Largo Central Park Performing Arts Center
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-20 amending floodplain management regulations

City Commission

The Largo City Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2025-20, which amends floodplain management regulations. The consent docket includes several contracts for firefighter medical evaluations, pool chlorine, asset management software, a seawall replacement, and multiple HVAC installations. The meeting also includes ceremonial items such as swearing in new police officers and proclamations.

• Ordinance 2025-20: Amending floodplain management regulations (second reading)
• Contract for Lift Station No. 12 Seawall Replacement on 8th Ave SW to Harbor Contracting, LLC for $137,775
• Purchase of one 80-ton chiller and three air handling units for Largo Central Park Performing Arts Center for $352,833
• Lease approval with Louis Pappas Fresh Greek-Largo, LLC for space at Horizon West Bay
• Authorization for firefighter medical evaluations from Life Scan Wellness Centers for $94,000

Planning Board

The Largo Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-20, which amends the Comprehensive Development Code to update floodplain management regulations. The changes respond to FEMA and state feedback following Hurricanes Helene and Milton, and aim to ease storm-related repair rules for homeowners. Staff recommends approval.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-20 to amend floodplain management regulations
• Repeal of five-year look-back for cumulative substantial improvement determinations
• Clarification of elevation requirements for manufactured homes in flood zones
• Reformatting of local amendment to Florida Building Code for foundation design
• Amendments to Chapters 11, 18, and 20 of the Comprehensive Development Code

Special Magistrate

The Largo Municipal Special Magistrate will hold a public hearing on April 10, 2025, to address code enforcement cases, including properties with junk/debris violations, a request to reduce a $9,600 fine for building without permits, and a first-order case for fence and accessory structure violations. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and a consent docket for cases that came into compliance with no fines due.

• Fine reduction request: Dimensional LLC, 3395 East Bay Dr, $9,600 fine for building without permits (96 days at $100/day), compliance achieved 01-15-2025
• First order: Weingarten Realty Investors, 10500 Ulmerton Rd, fence/wall and accessory structure violations
• Cases not heard: 900 N Missouri Ave and 950 N Missouri Ave, junk/debris and inoperative vehicle violations
• Consent docket: Faye J Prince, 310 West Bay Dr, exterior/interior structure violations, in compliance no fine
• Next meeting: May 8, 2025 at 1:30 p.m.

Commission Work Session Directive

The Largo Commission work session includes an annual audit presentation, a proposed five-year Capital Improvements Program, and a proposed expansion of the Clearwater Largo Road Community Redevelopment District. The commission will also hear board/committee reports and discuss a library item scheduled for May.

• Annual audit presentation for FY ended Sept. 30, 2024
• Proposed FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Program (CIP)
• Proposed expansion of Clearwater Largo Road CRA and amendment to West Bay Drive CRA plan
• Library discussion scheduled for May 13 work session

Commission Work Session

The Largo City Commission is holding a work session to receive the annual audit presentation for fiscal year 2024, review the proposed FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Program, and discuss a proposed expansion of the Clearwater Largo Road Community Redevelopment District and an amendment to the West Bay Drive CRA plan. The audit is informational only, while the CIP and CRA items may involve future decisions.

• Annual audit for FY 2024 (ended Sept 30, 2024) presented by Carr Riggs & Ingram
• Proposed FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Program (CIP)
• Proposed expansion of Clearwater Largo Road CRA and amendment to West Bay Drive CRA plan
• General Fund unassigned fund balance increased to $20.1 million
• Police and Fire Pension Plan unfunded liability at $54.4 million (GASB)

Audit Committee

The Largo Audit Committee is meeting to review auditor letters, discuss the adequacy of internal controls including IT security, and consider any significant findings. They will also review the effect of regulatory changes, plan a presentation to the City Commission, and evaluate the committee's own effectiveness. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.

• Review auditor letters
• Discuss adequacy of internal controls, including computerized information system controls and security
• Review any significant finding responses with auditors, Finance Department, and City Management
• Review effect of regulatory changes and accounting initiatives
• Evaluate committee effectiveness and agree on changes for next year

City Commission Retreat

The City Commission is holding a retreat to review and provide feedback on the draft update to the City's Strategic Plan, called Vision 2030. The retreat includes presentations on data and focus areas, with discussion on goals and objectives. No formal decisions will be made; the commission's feedback will inform the final draft.

• Review of draft Vision 2030 strategic plan update
• New focus area on Organizational Excellence added
• Resilience goals include sea-level rise, storm surge, economic development, affordable housing
• East Side of Town revitalization goals considered
• Plan structure changed to Focus Area > Initiative > Goal > Objective

Planning Board

The Largo Planning Board will hold a public hearing on HR-25-0002, a request for hardship relief from the maximum height limit for a detached garage at 12800 Lake Drive. The applicant built a 720-square-foot garage with a 15-foot peak roof line, exceeding the 11-foot peak of the principal structure. Staff recommends conditional approval, noting the height increase is a self-imposed hardship. The board will also consider approval of the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes.

• HR-25-0002: 12800 Lake Drive – relief from maximum height for detached garage (15-ft peak vs. 11-ft principal structure)
• Staff recommends conditional approval with added plantings on north and west property lines
• Applicant received 11 neighbor signatures with no objections
• Garage was yellow-tagged for non-compliance with approved 10-ft height
• Approval of minutes from March 6, 2025 meeting

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission met on April 1, 2025, and approved the consent docket and several ordinances, including floodplain regulation changes and a cellular tower lease renewal. They denied a future land use map amendment for a property at 702 Country Club Drive. The agenda also included presentations, proclamations, and a public hearing on a police rifle grant.

• Resolution No. 2433: Renaming AMTC Center Drive to Bear Den Drive
• Resolution No. 2434: Grant application up to $250,000 for Florida Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program
• Software agreement with ESRI: $181,000 license, $36,000 training, $15,000 ArcGIS Hub, $45,000 contingency (3 years)
• Purchase of mobile standby power generator for Fire Station 38 from Ring Power Corp for $161,408
• Ordinance No. 2025-17 (First Reading): Future Land Use Map Amendment for 1.6-acre portion at 702 Country Club Drive from R/OS to RM - DISAPPROVED 5-2

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to handle routine approvals, public hearings, and first readings of ordinances. Key items include a land use change for a property on Country Club Drive, amendments to floodplain management regulations, and several contracts for software, vehicles, and construction. The agenda also includes ceremonial recognitions and proclamations.

• First reading of Ordinance 2025-17 to rezone 1.6 acres at 702 Country Club Drive from Recreation/Open Space to Residential Medium
• First reading of Ordinance 2025-20 amending floodplain management regulations
• Resolution 2434 authorizing grant application up to $250,000 for Florida Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program
• Software agreement with ESRI for $181,000 plus training and contingency totaling $277,000 over three years
• Purchase of mobile generator for Fire Station 38 for $161,408 and three Ford vehicles for $161,482

Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will review and possibly recommend approval of the draft Clearwater-Largo Road Community Redevelopment District (CLR-CRD) Plan, which expands the district by 537 acres to include areas east of the railroad to Betty Lane. The board will also consider an amendment to the West Bay Drive Community Redevelopment District Plan. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Draft CLR-CRD Plan expansion: adds 537 acres, total 844 acres, east to Betty Lane
• Plan proposes tax increment financing (TIF) district to fund projects
• West Bay Drive CRD Plan amendment (Agenda Memo #25-105)
• Approval of February 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Next joint CRAAB/CDAB meeting scheduled for June 30, 2025

Community Development Advisory Board

The Community Development Advisory Board will consider funding recommendations for FY 2025-2026 CDBG public services, hear presentations on the Clearwater-Largo Road and West Bay Drive Community Redevelopment District plans, review the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, and receive the CDAB 2024 Annual Report. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the February 24, 2025 meeting.

• Approval of FY 2025-2026 CDBG subrecipient funding totaling $101,000 for public services, including $30,000 for Pinellas Hope, $25,000 for Westcare Gulfcoast Florida, and $25,000 for Area Agency on Aging
• Presentation on Clearwater-Largo Road Community Redevelopment District (CLR-CRD) Plan Expansion
• Presentation on West Bay Drive Community Redevelopment District (WBD-CRD) Plan Amendment
• Presentation on 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan
• Review of CDAB 2024 Annual Report

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Largo Municipal Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings on March 27, 2025, to address repeat violations, fine reduction requests, non-compliance cases, and first-time violations. The board will also consider a consent docket for properties that came into compliance with no fines due.

• Fine reduction request: $3,000 fine for building without permits at 8051 Ulmerton Rd (CE2024-00790)
• Fine reduction request: $16,000 fine for excessive weeds/debris at 401 8th Ave NE (CE2024-00752)
• Fine reduction request: $16,000 fine for excessive weeds/debris at 405 8th Ave NE (CE2024-00753)
• Fine reduction request: $24,000 fine for building without permits at 12809 128th Ave N (CE2023-01546)
• Non-compliance hearing: exterior structure and weed violations at 523 20th St NW (CE2024-00771)

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board will meet to discuss project updates, focus group follow-up, summer camp registration, and receive a presentation on the FY26 budget. The agenda also includes approval of the January 27, 2025 minutes and upcoming events for April 2025.

• FY26 Budget Presentation
• Project Updates (Southwest Pool, Highpoint Park, Largo Central Park Restroom, Train Shed, CPPAC)
• Focus Group Follow-Up
• Summer Camp Registration Update
• Approval of January 27, 2025 Minutes

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a consent docket, public hearings, and legislative matters, including a 287(g) agreement with ICE, a budget amendment, and several contracts. The meeting included routine approvals and one split vote on the ICE agreement.

• Approved 287(g) Task Force agreement with ICE (6-1, Smith nay)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-15 amending FY 2025 budget by $1,352,600
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-18 amending false alarm code provisions
• Awarded RFP for biosolids RTO rehabilitation to Baghouse Services Inc. for $570,742
• Approved joint project with Pinellas County for traffic signal at Starkey Road and Willow Avenue

City Commission

The Largo City Commission will consider a consent docket, public hearings, and legislative matters. Key items include a second reading of a $1,352,600 budget amendment, a false alarm ordinance change, and authorization for a 287(g) agreement between the Largo Police Department and ICE. The consent docket includes contracts for biosolids rehabilitation services ($570,742), dumpsters ($454,500), and flooring ($203,870).

• Ordinance 2025-15: FY 2025 budget amendment of $1,352,600
• Ordinance 2025-18: False alarm provisions amendment
• 287(g) Task Force agreement with ICE for Largo Police
• RFP 24-P-820: Biosolids RTO rehabilitation, $570,742 total
• Traffic signal at Starkey Road and Willow Avenue joint project

Canceled Special Magistrate

This meeting of the Municipal Special Magistrate was canceled. The next hearing is scheduled for April 10, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. in the Commission Chambers. The agenda also outlines standard procedures for future hearings, including compliance affidavits and fine reduction requests.

• Meeting canceled; next hearing April 10, 2025 at 1:30 p.m.
• Fine reduction minimums: $500 for standard cases, $1,500 for repeat violations (per City of Largo Fee Ordinance)
• Consent docket for cases in compliance with no fines due
• Affidavits of compliance/non-compliance and second orders for non-compliant cases

Commission Work Session Directive

The Largo Commission work session covers a golf course rebranding update, consensus on candidate qualifying requirements, proposed floodplain management code amendments, and a LEED certification presentation. Board reports and action items are also on the agenda.

• Largo Golf Course Rebranding Project Update
• Consensus to support 200 petition cards, no qualifying fee, card distribution moved to March 15, November 2026 election
• Proposed amendments to Comprehensive Development Code for floodplain management (Ordinance No. 2019-43)
• LEED for Cities Gold Certification achievement presentation
• Request for percentage of Largo residents with flood insurance

Commission Work Session

The Largo City Commission work session will discuss proposed amendments to the city's floodplain management regulations, a rebranding project for the Largo Golf Course, and potential changes to candidate qualifying requirements. The commission will also review the city's recent LEED for Cities Gold certification. No final votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and direction.

• Proposed amendments to Ordinance No. 2019-43 to separate substantial damage from substantial improvement determinations, following Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
• Discussion of options to modify the five-year look-back period for floodplain repairs and potential changes to maintain or improve the city's CRS Class 6 rating (20% flood insurance discount).
• Largo Golf Course rebranding project update, including a proposed new brand identity.
• Discussion of candidate qualifying requirements, including the current 200-petition requirement and potential alternatives, with cost estimates of $7,000 for in-conjunction elections and $133,000 for standalone elections.
• Review of the city's LEED for Cities Gold certification achievement.

Audit Committee

The Largo Audit Committee is meeting to discuss the progress of the current audit plan, any new risk exposures, new regulations or laws, and any issues or findings identified. They will also review draft auditor letters if available and schedule the next meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Discuss progress of audit plan and confirm schedule for completion of the audit
• Discuss any new risk exposures that have been identified
• Discuss new regulations or laws
• Discuss issues or findings, if any, that have been identified
• Review draft of auditor letters, if available

Finance Advisory Board

The Largo Finance Advisory Board will hold its organizational meeting, electing a 2025 chair and vice chair, reviewing the board's enabling resolution and responsibilities, and receiving information on Florida's Government in the Sunshine Law. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and discuss its annual meeting schedule. This is primarily an administrative and procedural meeting.

• Election of 2025 Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Resolution 2209 establishing the Finance Advisory Board and its responsibilities
• Information on Government in the Sunshine Law (handout provided)
• Reminder of FAB annual meeting schedule for FY2025
• Approval of January 13, 2025 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Largo Planning Board will hold public hearings on two items: a hardship relief request to allow a 4,725 sq ft warehouse on a nonconforming 11,779 sq ft lot at 884 South Wind Lane, and a Future Land Use Map amendment to reclassify about 1.6 acres of the East Bay Country Club property from Recreation/Open Space to Residential Medium. The board will also consider minutes from its February 6 meeting and swear in a new member.

• HR-25-0001: Hardship relief from 20,000 sq ft minimum lot size for Industrial Limited to build a 4,725 sq ft warehouse at 884 South Wind Lane
• FLUMA-25-0001 (Ordinance No. 2025-17): Reclassify 1.6 acres of East Bay Country Club (702 Country Club Drive) from Recreation/Open Space to Residential Medium
• Swearing in of Kathy Robshaw to Planning Board
• Consideration of February 6, 2025 meeting minutes

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission held its regular meeting on March 4, 2025, approving a consent docket with multiple contracts and appointments, adopting a budget amendment, and handling other routine matters. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with Commissioner Holmes absent, except for one item where Mayor Brown abstained.

• Approved $83,100 fencing purchase for Southwest Pool renovations (ITB 25-B-823)
• Awarded $546,192 contract to Siga Construction for Clearwater-Largo Road BMP Project Phase II
• Approved $224,000 60-month agreement with Frontier Communications for ELAN circuits
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-16 amending 2025 budget by $43,700 for Community Development reorganization
• Approved appointments to PSTA Board and Audit Committee

City Commission

The Largo City Commission will consider consent items including a $546,192 contract for the Clearwater-Largo Road BMP Project Phase II, a $83,100 fence purchase for the Southwest Pool renovation, and a $224,000 network agreement with Frontier Communications. They will also hold a public hearing on a $43,700 budget amendment for the Community Development Department and vote on terminating a development agreement.

• Award contract 25-B-822 to Siga Construction for Clearwater-Largo Road BMP Project Phase II, $455,160 plus $91,032 contingency
• Purchase fencing for Southwest Pool renovations from Cardinal Fence LLC, $83,100
• 60-month agreement with Frontier Communications for ELAN circuits, $224,000
• Ordinance 2025-16 second reading: $43,700 budget amendment for Community Development reorganization
• Termination of Development Agreement DA21-002

Community Development Advisory Board

The Community Development Advisory Board will consider recommending approval of the FY 2025-2028 State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Local Housing Assistance Plan, which outlines how the city will use SHIP funds for affordable housing over three years. The board will also elect a vice chair for 2025 and approve the previous meeting's minutes. The plan is scheduled to go to the City Commission on March 18, 2025.

• Election of Board Vice Chair for CY 2025
• Approval of FY 2025-2028 SHIP Local Housing Assistance Plan (Agenda Memo #25-044)
• Mobile home rehabilitation grants combined into one $15,000 grant
• Home replacement payback period extended from 20 to 30 years
• Rental utility start-up maximum award increased from $10,000 to $15,000

Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will receive presentations on the status of housing programs and developments, and the Fiscal Year 2024 annual report. The board will also consider approving the agenda and minutes from the January 27, 2025 meeting. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Presentation on status of housing programs and developments (Agenda Memo #25-046)
• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2024 CRA Annual Report (Agenda Memo #25-048)
• Approval of minutes from January 27, 2025 meeting
• Sunshine Law and Public Records presentation

Library Advocacy Board

The Library Advocacy Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear the library director's statistical reports for December 2024 and January 2025, and receive updates from the Friends of the Largo Library and the Greater Largo Library Foundation. New business includes the 2024 annual report, the Florida Library Association's 2025 legislative platform, and the timeline for the City of Largo staff survey results.

• Approval of minutes from December 19, 2024 regular meeting
• December 2024 and January 2025 statistical reports
• Friends of the Largo Library report
• Greater Largo Library Foundation report
• 2024 annual report: 'Largo Public Library in the Books'

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a consent docket and several ordinances on first reading, including establishing a West Bay Drive Downtown Entertainment District, amending the FY 2025 budget by $1,352,600, and updating false alarm provisions. Public hearings on the ordinances are scheduled for March 18. The consent docket included appointments, plats, and contracts for fire vehicles and infrastructure work.

• Ordinance No. 2025-07: West Bay Drive Downtown Entertainment District (first reading, approved 7-0)
• Ordinance No. 2025-15: FY 2025 budget amendment of $1,352,600 (first reading, approved 7-0)
• Ordinance No. 2025-18: False alarm provisions amendment (first reading, approved 7-0)
• Purchase of four fire rescue vehicles for $203,500
• Joint project agreement with Pinellas County for reclaimed water main design, not to exceed $156,391

City Commission

The Largo City Commission will hold first readings on three ordinances: establishing a West Bay Drive Downtown Entertainment District, amending the FY 2025 budget by $1,352,600, and updating false alarm provisions. The consent docket includes appointments, plats, a utility easement, a joint project agreement for a reclaimed water main, purchase of fire vehicles, and a subsurface utility investigation. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Ordinance No. 2025-07: First reading to establish West Bay Drive Downtown Entertainment District
• Ordinance No. 2025-15: First reading to amend FY 2025 budget by $1,352,600
• Ordinance No. 2025-18: First reading to amend false alarm provisions in Chapter 10
• Authorization to purchase four fire rescue vehicles for $203,500
• Joint project agreement with Pinellas County for reclaimed water main design (up to $156,391)

Special Magistrate

The Largo Municipal Special Magistrate will hold a public hearing on February 13, 2025, to consider a fine reduction request for a plumbing code violation and first orders for two properties with building and fence/weed violations. The agenda also includes approval of the January 9, 2025 minutes and notes that no cases are on the consent docket or for non-compliance affidavits.

• Fine reduction request CE2024-00265: $2,800 fine for plumbing violations at 1300 Cove Cay Dr., Clearwater, with $135.02 admin fee
• First order CEC-24-00019: building without permits at 1875 East Bay Dr., Largo
• First order CEC-24-00020: fence, weed, and building permit violations at 6541 139th Ave N., Largo
• No consent docket cases, no non-compliance affidavits, no second orders

Planning Board

The Largo Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a request for hardship relief to place a portable freezer at 5225 Tech Data Drive for a meal delivery service. The board will also consider approval of the January 9, 2025 meeting minutes. The agenda includes only this one public hearing item, along with routine procedural matters.

• Hardship relief request HR-24-0006 to allow a portable freezer at 5225 Tech Data Drive for Neighborly Senior Care Network
• Approval of minutes from January 9, 2025 Planning Board meeting

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a consent docket including a $454,900 grant for a wastewater project, a $247,426.58 HOME program agreement, and several contracts. They also adopted a sewer ordinance, approved a bike lane project on East Bay Drive, and passed a budget amendment for the Community Development Department. All votes were 5-0 with two commissioners absent.

• Resolution No. 2418: $454,900 grant from Tampa Bay Estuary Program for WWRF non-surface water effluent disposal
• HOME Program subaward agreement with Pinellas County for $247,426.58
• ITB No. 24-B-824: $65,000/year custodial supplies contract with Clean And Safe Global, Inc. (3 years, $195,000 total)
• ITB No. 25-B-823: $238,430 sports field fencing and netting replacement with Cardinal Fence, LLC
• Ordinance No. 2025-14 (second reading) amending Chapter 23, Article II (Sewers) - adopted

City Commission

The Largo City Commission will consider consent items including a $454,900 grant from the Tampa Bay Estuary Program for a wastewater project and a $247,426 HOME program subaward with Pinellas County. They will also hold a public hearing on a sewer ordinance amendment and discuss a budget amendment for the Community Development Department. Ceremonial items include a $239,000 check presentation for the Performing Arts Center renovation and a Black History Month proclamation.

• Resolution No. 2418: $454,900 grant from Tampa Bay Estuary Program for Wastewater Reclamation Facility effluent disposal project
• HOME Program subaward with Pinellas County for $247,426.58
• Ordinance No. 2025-14 (second reading): amending Chapter 23, Article II, Sewers
• Ordinance No. 2025-16 (first reading): $43,700 budget amendment for Community Development Department reorganization
• Award ITB No. 24-B-824: $195,000 three-year custodial supplies contract with Clean and Safe Global, Inc.

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Largo Municipal Code Enforcement Board will hold a public hearing on January 30, 2025, to address various property code violations. The board will consider first orders for new violations, second orders for non-compliance, consent docket items, and requests for fine reductions. Cases involve issues such as excessive weeds, unpermitted construction, inoperative vehicles, and short-term rental violations.

• Fine reduction request for CE2024-00717: $2,300.00 fine for 46 days of inoperative vehicles at 700 Starkey Rd #365
• Fine reduction request for CE2023-01723: $1,500.00 fine for 30 days of unpermitted work at 706 16th St NW
• Non-compliance case CE2024-00505: short-term rental violations at 507 Shore Dr, daily fine of $150.00
• Non-compliance case CE2024-00432: multiple property maintenance violations at 814 14th Ave NW, daily fine of $250.00
• First order case CE2024-00051: short-term rental and building code violations at 2206 Fulton Way

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board will meet to approve December minutes, receive training on facilitating focus groups, and sign up for upcoming focus group meetings. They will also hear project updates on the Southwest Pool, Largo Central Park restroom, and Train Shed, and discuss February events.

• Approval of December 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Focus group facilitation training and sign-up for March sessions
• Project updates: Southwest Pool, Largo Central Park restroom, Train Shed
• Discussion of February upcoming events

Canceled Community Development Advisory Board

The Community Development Advisory Board (CDAB) meeting scheduled for January 27, 2025, is canceled. The agenda notes that the CRAAB will meet at 6:00 pm instead, and the next joint CDAB/CRAAB meeting is scheduled for February 24, 2025. No other business items are listed.

• January 2025 CDAB meeting canceled
• CRAAB to meet at 6:00 pm on January 27
• Next joint CDAB/CRAAB meeting scheduled for February 24, 2025

Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will consider recommending approval of Ordinance No. 2025-07, which would establish the West Bay Drive Downtown Entertainment District. The ordinance would allow open alcoholic beverages in designated zones, set hours and container rules, and create noise regulations. The board will also hear updates on mobility projects and introduce a new commissioner liaison.

• Ordinance No. 2025-07: Establish West Bay Drive Downtown Entertainment District with open alcohol zones
• Open alcohol allowed Sun-Wed 8 AM-11 PM, Thu-Sat and holidays 8 AM-midnight
• Containers limited to 16 fluid ounces; max two drinks per person at a time
• District boundaries: 1st Ave NW to North, Clearwater Largo Rd to West, Alt 19 to East, 1st Ave SW to South
• Update on Mobility Projects

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a consent docket and several action items, including a $8,785,177 federal subaward for the Lift Station Flood Plain Mitigation Project, a $4,813,583 change order for the Rosery Road project, and emergency spending for hurricane debris monitoring. The meeting also included recognition of the Recreation, Parks and Arts Department and citizen comment.

• Approved modification of federal subaward agreement with Florida Division of Emergency Management for $8,785,177 for Lift Station Flood Plain Mitigation Project
• Approved change order No. 1 for Rosery Road (Walmart Truck Entrance to Eagle Lake Park) with guaranteed maximum price of $4,358,583 plus $455,000 contingency
• Authorized emergency spending of $614,340 to Tetra Tech Inc. for disaster debris monitoring for Hurricanes Helene and Milton
• Authorized purchase of grounds maintenance equipment from Wesco Turf, Inc. for $111,000
• Authorized purchase of replacement firefighter protective clothing from Ten-8 Fire Equipment Inc. for $157,500

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to consider several items related to hurricane recovery, including a federal grant for a lift station flood mitigation project, fee reductions for permits, and emergency spending for debris monitoring. They will also discuss purchasing property on Ulmerton Road and approving a change order for the Rosery Road project.

• Approval of $8,785,177 federal subaward for Lift Station Flood Plain Mitigation Project
• Resolutions to reduce/waive permit fees for Hurricane Helene and Milton damage
• Authorization to negotiate purchase of properties at 7658, 7690, 7740 Ulmerton Road
• Change order for Rosery Road project establishing $4,813,583 guaranteed maximum price
• Emergency spending of $614,340 for disaster debris monitoring services

Commission Work Session Directive

The Largo Commission work session includes a presentation on the WWRF non-surface water effluent discharge project, a review of the stormwater maintenance program with a consensus to support creating dashboard metrics and public education, and a review of the alternative fuel vehicle purchasing policy with a consensus to support data-based replacements and a hold on new EV take-home vehicles. Board and committee reports are also scheduled, with no action items listed.

• WWRF Non-Surface Water Effluent Discharge Project Update presentation
• Consensus to support creating stormwater dashboard metrics for maintenance activities and public education
• Consensus to support data-based vehicle replacements, definitions, and hold on new EV take-home vehicles
• Board reports from Pinellas Continuum of Care, Forward Pinellas, Suncoast League of Cities, Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority, Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council

Commission Work Session

The Largo City Commission will hold a work session to receive updates and discuss three topics: the Wastewater Reclamation Facility's non-surface water effluent discharge project (required by state law to eliminate such discharges by 2032), the stormwater maintenance program, and the city's alternative fuel vehicle purchasing policy. The commission will ask questions and provide direction on these items.

• WWRF Non-Surface Water Effluent Discharge Project update, including $2,548,000 contract with Hazen & Sawyer
• Review of Stormwater Maintenance Program, including permit requirements and asset types
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle Purchasing Policy review, with proposed revisions
• Board/committee reports from Forward Pinellas, Pinellas Continuum of Care, Suncoast League of Cities, Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority, and Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council

Finance Advisory Board

The Finance Advisory Board will meet to introduce new members, review its 2025 work program, and receive a recap of the FY2025 Capital Improvement Plan and budget. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions listed.

• Introduction of new and returning board members and City Commission liaison
• Review of Finance Advisory Board schedule for FY2025
• FY 2025 CIP and Budget Recap

Special Magistrate

The Largo Municipal Special Magistrate will hold a public hearing on January 9, 2025, to address code enforcement cases. The agenda includes a second order for a property with a $150 daily fine for excessive weeds and debris, and first orders for two properties with building-without-permit violations. No consent docket or fine reduction requests are scheduled.

• CEC-24-00033: Anthony Terranova, Ulmerton Rd., non-compliant with weed/debris order, $150/day fine since Dec 11, 2024
• CE2024-00784: M B W Investors LLC, 2480 East Bay Dr. Unit 26, building without permit
• CEC-24-00053: Emerald Garden Real Estate Inc., 12949 66th St N., building without permit
• CEC-24-00020: Steven M Stalba Rev Liv Trust, 6541 139th Ave N., fence/weed/debris violations (not being heard)

Planning Board

The Largo Planning Board will hold public hearings on four items: two hardship relief requests to reduce setback requirements for mobile home structures, a conditional use request for outdoor amenities at Dink House, and an appeal of an administrative decision regarding the Whitney Place Townhomes infrastructure permit. Staff recommends approval for the first hardship relief case.

• HR-24-0005: 222 Heron Road — request to reduce side setback from 10 to 6 feet to rebuild a hurricane-damaged carport
• CU-24-0005: Dink House Outdoor Amenities Addition — Class II conditional use request
• HR-24-0004: 208 Swan Road — hardship relief for mobile home setback requirements
• AAD-24-0002: Appeal of administrative decision for Whitney Place Townhomes infrastructure permit

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a consent docket and several legislative items, including an emergency spending authorization of up to $1,860,720 for Tetra Tech, Inc. for disaster recovery management services. The commission also approved a settlement of $115,000 in a lawsuit, a sewer ordinance on first reading, and a request for a police report on a resident's criminal activity complaint.

• Emergency spending up to $1,860,720 for Tetra Tech, Inc. disaster recovery services
• Settlement of $115,000 in lawsuit Linh Nguyen v. City of Largo
• Resolution No. 2421: grant application up to $370,000 for Aluminum Sulfate Treatment Facility Replacement
• Ordinance No. 2025-14 (first reading): amending Chapter 23, Article II, Sewers
• Additional $200,000 for trenchless sanitary and storm sewer rehabilitation (Bid No. 24-B-806)

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to approve several routine and administrative items, including a proclamation, minutes, and consent docket items. The most significant action is authorizing up to $1,860,720 in emergency spending for disaster recovery management services with Tetra Tech, Inc. The commission will also consider a $115,000 lawsuit settlement and a $370,000 grant application for a water treatment facility replacement.

• Emergency spending up to $1,860,720 for Tetra Tech disaster recovery services
• Settlement of lawsuit Linh Nguyen v. City of Largo for $115,000
• Grant application up to $370,000 for Aluminum Sulfate Treatment Facility Replacement
• Ordinance 2025-14 first reading amending Chapter 23, Article II (Sewers)
• Approval of Longlake Preserve plat