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Aug. 15, 2025
FEMA to Host Public Open House
Residents Near the Alligator Creek Area of Clearwater May Now Need Flood Insurance
 An open house will be held Thursday, Aug. 21, 4 to 7 p.m. at the Clearwater Fire Training Facility, 1716 N. Belcher Road.
Affected residents and businesses should plan to attend the open house to learn how and why the local risk of flooding has changed, how the proposed new flood maps will be used, and steps they can take to protect themselves from the extensive damage that floods often cause. No formal presentations will be made at the open house.
Check the new Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) online to see if your property’s flood zone or your base flood elevation has changed, and determine how your property will be impacted. When on the map, find the "Effective FIRM" tab, press and select "Preliminary FIRM." You may toggle between the two maps.
Coachman Park Palm Replacement Project
 An outside tree service will begin removing all palm trees in the Civic Gateway area of Coachman Park on Tuesday, Aug. 19, due to the presence of lethal bronzing disease. Unfortunately, nearly half of the existing palms have already succumbed to the disease or are at high risk. Other palms along Cleveland Street in the shopping and retail area may also be affected and will be inspected to determine whether they require removal.
To address this proactively, our city crews have approved a replanting plan that includes more resilient and aesthetically pleasing tree species. The palms will be replaced with:
- Foxtail Palms (which are more disease-resistant)
- Live Oak Trees (to provide shade)
- Flowering ornamentals, such as Orange Geiger and White Crape Myrtles
During removal, approximately two feet of trunk above the root zone will remain to allow Parks & Beautification staff to safely extract the root balls shortly afterward. While the full replanting process will take time, efforts will begin as soon as the removal is complete.
Upcoming Events
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Third Friday, Aug. 15, 6 p.m., The Long Center
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Free Sunset Yoga, Aug. 18, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Coachman Park
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UB40 and The Fixx, Aug. 21, 7 p.m., The BayCare Sound
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Funtastic Friday, Aug. 22, 6 to 9 p.m., Countryside Recreation Center
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Astropical, Aug. 24, 7 p.m., The BayCare Sound
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Together at the Table, Aug. 26, 1 to 3 p.m., Abe’s Place Tap & Grill
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Wicked Sing-Along, Aug. 26, 3 to 5:30 p.m., North Greenwood Library
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Homework Help, Aug. 28, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., East Community @ SPC
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Starting Strong: A Back-to-School Guide for English Learner Families, Aug. 28, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., East Community Library @ SPC
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City Offices to Close for Labor Day, Sept. 1
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Upcoming Public Meetings
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Community Redevelopment Agency, Aug. 18, 1 p.m.
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Pension Trustees, Aug. 18, 1 p.m.
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City Council Work Session, Aug. 18, 1:30 p.m.
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Community Development Board, Aug. 19, 1 p.m.
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City Council, Aug. 21, 6 p.m.
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Municipal Code Enforcement Board, Aug. 27, 1:30 p.m.
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Sister Cities Advisory Board, Aug. 28, 4 p.m.
Other Public Meetings
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Host Your Event With Us!
 Looking for the perfect place to host your next birthday party, baby shower, or family reunion? Clearwater Parks and Recreation has a variety of venues available to host your next gathering. We even offer wedding ceremony packages in our iconic Coachman Park!
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Pool Hours Are Extended
 Open pool season has been extended across several of our Clearwater Recreation Center pools. Passholders swim free. Recreation cardholders pay $3 or less per visit. Those without a card pay $6 or less. Hours vary by location and may change, due to weather or special events. Call ahead for the most current information.
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Monday to Friday: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Saturday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Sunday: 1 to 5 p.m.
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Holidays: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Activity/kiddie pool hours:
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Saturdays and Sundays: 1 to 5 p.m.
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Holidays: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Monday to Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8:30 p.m.
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Saturday & Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
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Holidays: 1 to 4:45 p.m.
Activity/plunge pool hours:
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Saturday, Sunday and Holidays: 1 to 4:45 p.m.
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Monday, Wednesday, Friday: Noon to 5 p.m.
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Saturday, Sunday, Labor Day: Noon to 5 p.m.
- Tuesday and Thursday: Closed
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Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 3 to 7 p.m.
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Saturday and Labor Day: 1 to 5 p.m.
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Closed Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.
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Clearwater Remembers William B. Horne II
Aug. 14 marked four years since the city of Clearwater lost one of its best, William B. Horne II. Bill, as many knew him, served as Clearwater's longest-running city manager of 22 years, after a long and successful career serving our country in the United States Air Force. Horne's legacy is in everything throughout our city, from Coachman Park to the infrastructure that reaches our residents' homes, to what will become the William B. Horne City Hall.
We are honored to have known him, and he is missed by many — today, tomorrow, and always.
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September Is Coming — Get Ready for Library Card Sign-Up Month
 September is almost here, and it's the perfect time to sign up for a Clearwater Public Library card. With your free card, you can access books, movies, music, eBooks, streaming, museum passes, research tools, and more.
It’s fast, free, and full of benefits for everyone. Don’t miss out — visit MyClearwaterLibrary.com to sign up and explore all the library has to offer.
A Sustainability Tip to Keep You Cooler
 Ceiling fans should spin in different directions depending on the season. During the summer, make sure your ceiling fans rotate counterclockwise, so it blows air downward. That way, you can feel cooler, without dropping the thermostat any further. In the winter, reverse the fan to allow warm air to circulate without the cooling effects.
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First Friday Lunchtime Market
Apply to be a Vendor
 The Clearwater Downtown Development Board is accepting vendor applications for a new monthly event, the Friday Lunchtime Market, launching this fall in downtown Clearwater.
About the Market
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When: First Friday of each month | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Where: Cleveland Street in downtown Clearwater
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We're Hiring — Join Our Team!
 Become a School Crossing Guard
Clearwater has a need for variable employees to supplement our permanent workforce. These variable employees are invaluable in meeting the mission of the agency. Hours may vary from week to week and are anticipated to be 28 hours per week or less. The position includes doing traffic safety work of ordinary difficulty and responsibility in regulating traffic at designated spots where school children cross streets.
Employees in this classification work under the general supervision of a police supervisor in the Operations Division. Work is routine but requires alertness and presence of mind in hazardous traffic situations.
We're Hiring for These Positions, Too!
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Library & Recreation Center Information
Libraries
Parks & Recreation
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National Night Out Against Crime
Oct. 7, 5 to 8 p.m., Coachman Park
 Mark your calendars for Tuesday, Oct. 7, for National Night Out, a community engagement event organized by the Clearwater Police Department. This year marks a change in location as the popular family-friendly gathering moves to Coachman Park, 300 Cleveland St., on the city’s beautiful downtown waterfront.
The police department and Clearwater Fire & Rescue will have many of their personnel and vehicles on hand. You can climb aboard the police boat, sit inside a fire truck, or watch a police K-9 in action, among other activities.
Representatives of several police department specialty units, including crossing guards, communications center, traffic enforcement team, SWAT, K-9, and multiple detective units will attend. The event runs from 5 to 8 p.m. We hope to see you there!
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