The council’s most significant topic was the selection of the logos for the centennial celebration. Members reviewed numerous community-submitted designs, ultimately narrowing the choices down to three. The selected designs, identified from the presentation materials as pages 10, 12, and 17, will be put to a public vote to decide the final logo. The logos ranged from a classic decorative wrapper to more colorful depictions featuring local elements such as pelicans, dolphins, and manatees. Cost considerations for merchandise printing and embroidery were also discussed, with a preference for muted colors to manage expenses.

A motion to finalize these three logos for public consideration received unanimous support. The council planned to recognize the winning designer with a proclamation. Following the logo selection, attention shifted to the sponsorship packet for the centennial celebration. The council reviewed a draft packet, similar to the one used for the Boom on the Bayou event, meant to attract sponsors for the 100-day celebration. Suggestions included reaching out directly to local businesses, employing a tiered sponsorship model to accommodate smaller contributions, and recognizing larger donors by naming events after them.

The need for a structured approach to managing event sponsorships was highlighted. Specific events like a fishing tournament and a 5K run were mentioned, with discussions on whether each event should have its own sponsorship packet. The Business Tax Receipt list was identified as a valuable resource for outreach, with the idea of expanding outreach to businesses beyond city borders to attract more sponsors.

The conversation then shifted to the proposed events for the centennial celebration. Ideas included a tug-of-war event across the river involving participants from both Port Richey and a neighboring city, a golf scramble, bowling and cornhole tournaments, and a talent show called “Port Richey Got Talent.” Other suggestions included a community yard sale at the waterfront, a farmers’ market, and creative initiatives like a painted rock project and public art displays featuring painted pelicans.

There was a proposal to integrate the centennial celebrations with existing events like “Sip and Stroll” or “Pup Crawl,” potentially creating a broader event titled “The Taste of P Richie,” featuring craft beer, chili, and barbecue. A timeline for the events was proposed, with key activities planned for every ten days leading up to the centennial, avoiding holiday weekends to maximize participation.

Discussions also included logistical considerations for managing the events, given the city’s limited resources. The council emphasized the necessity of forming committees for each event and improving web communication to maintain an interactive and updated online presence. The idea of collecting historical photographs from long-standing community members was introduced, with plans to incorporate these materials into the centennial celebrations and the city’s website.

The timeline for the website development was discussed, with hopes of launching the new site by early October, featuring a dedicated section for centennial events. Gathering input from residents was deemed critical, with tools like Survey Monkey suggested for soliciting public feedback. The urgency to finalize event proposals before the next town hall meeting was acknowledged, emphasizing the importance of timely communication and community involvement.