- FL
- Pinellas County
- 6/26/24
- 06/26/2024
- 96 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Tarpon Springs Board of Adjustments approved variances for a dock length extension at 7.71 Chesapeake Drive and a six-foot tall fence in the front yard of a property.
- FL
- Pinellas County
- 6/25/24
- 06/25/2024
- 40 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Pinellas County School Board meeting on June 25th, 2024, centered around advancements in early childhood education and addressed community concerns. The board approved two vital contracts with the Early Learning Coalition of Pinellas County, aimed at expanding early literacy and providing scholarships for high-quality childcare. Additionally, the meeting served as a platform for public comments on issues such as school lunch nutrition, bullying, and the preservation of historical literature in schools.
- FL
- Pinellas County
- 6/24/24
- 06/24/2024
- 178 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Tarpon Springs Public Art Committee meeting was dominated by discussions on building height restrictions, with a push for a charter amendment to cap building heights at five stories. The proposal, aimed at preserving the town’s character, stirred a debate over balancing preservation with development and investment opportunities. The discussion extended to the impact on water views, heritage, and the practicalities of implementing such restrictions. Further, the committee deliberated on a sustainability plan’s inclusion in the city’s charter and the establishment of a sustainability committee. Other topics included the role of the Civil Service Board, appointment processes for various boards, and maintaining marine access for commercial and recreational boating.
- FL
- Pinellas County
- 06/20/2024
- 75 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Pinellas County School Board recently focused on the expansion and impact of Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs within the district. Emphasizing hands-on learning and industry partnerships, the board discussed the success of initiatives that equip students with real-world skills and direct pathways to high-wage careers.
- FL
- Pinellas County
- 6/20/24
- 06/20/2024
- 105 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Tarpon Springs Sustainability Committee addressed a range of issues from the preservation of urban forestry to the implementation of a new Climate Action Plan. A key topic included the Beckett Bridge project, which aims to enhance connectivity and address coastal flooding. Additionally, the committee discussed the importance of diversity on local advisory boards, the hire of a new sustainability coordinator, and the need for increased community engagement in sustainability efforts.