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News From the City of Treasure Island • Aug. 10, 2022 |
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 Looking for a way to get involved in your community and play a part in shaping the future of Treasure Island? Serving on a city of Treasure Island board or committee is a great place to start. The ctiy currently has openings on the Code Enforcement Board and the newly created LIFT Board.
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Attention Homeowners & Contractors!
Many construction projects must have proper erosion control measures in place during construction from start to finish. Some examples of erosion control measures include silt fences, gravel by the roadway, sock filters, and geobags.
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What construction jobs require erosion control?
Any job that disturbs the soil. Most common projects in Treasure Island include, but are not limited to:
• New residential/commercial construction
• Swimming pools and spas
• Seawalls
• Driveways and pavers
What is the purpose of erosion control?
Effective erosion control reduces the amount of construction-related pollutants that contaminate runoff water, ultimately entering our storm drains and nearby waterways. It also helps retain sediment onsite rather than ending up in the public roadways.
How will my erosion control be approved and enforced?
When a contractor submits a permit application, erosion control measures must be clearly identified on the site plan. Once a permit is issued, if the approved erosion control is not in place during construction, the City’s Code Enforcement Inspectors or Building Inspectors may issue a citation to the property owner to come into compliance.
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 Volunteers are needed for the city of Treasure Island's annual sea oat planting event on Saturday, Aug. 20, beginning at 7:30 AM.
What to bring:
Gloves, hat/sunglasses, sunscreen, refillable water bottle, and a swimsuit (in case you feel like taking a swim). Drinking water and planting tools will be provided.
Where to park:
Free parking will be provided for the first 20 volunteers at the St. Petersburg Municipal Lot located at 11040 Gulf Blvd. in Treasure Island.
After parking, meet all the volunteers and city staff down by the water to grab your planting supplies.
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 Some friendly sanitation reminders for residents and businesses of Treasure Island. These tips are important in that they help make it easier and more efficient for our public works crews picking up trash, recycling, and yard debris.
Thank you for taking time to read these tips and doing your part to help keep our city running smoothly.
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Many residents and tourists enjoy heading to our amazing beaches to enjoy the sun and take a dip in the Gulf. It's that time of year to be on the lookout for stingrays. Although harmless, if they are stepped on, they can sting. So, what do you do if stung by a stingray?
Check out this video TIFR put together on stingray safety and what to do if stung.
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 As we head into election season, please be mindful of the city sign code for displaying signs on your property.
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 We are entering the peak of hurricane season. The period from August through early October tends to produce the most hurricanes and tropical storms in an average year. September is the single most active month of the Atlantic hurricane season, with Sept. 10 marking the official seasonal peak. Stay prepared and strom ready.
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 After enjoying a day playing on the beach, please remember to leave no trace behind. Our little sea turtle friends are counting on you. Find out the simple steps you can take to protect marine turtles.
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 In the city’s quest to go digital and paperless, the city has created an online permitting and planning system (OPPS) for submitting permits. By signing into OPPS, you can now follow your permit from submission to issuance.
The city now has 100 permit types available for submittal on the OPPS system. New construction and additions have been omitted from the list for the time being, as well as antennas and right-of-way permits. These will be added at a future date.
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