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News From the City of Treasure Island • May 15, 2024
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 Treasure Island Fire Rescue is excited to host its 2nd Annual Walk to Beach Day on May 24 from 10 a.m. to noon along Gulf Blvd between 104th and 108th Avenue.
Inspired by the success of "Walk to School Day," this event aims to promote community, health, environment, and benefits by spreading awareness about bicycle and pedestrian safety on the beach and beyond. With Memorial Day weekend approaching and summer just around the corner, this event is the perfect opportunity to educate the community on the importance of safety.
The event will feature five stations along Gulf Blvd, with volunteers stationed at each crosswalk between 104th and 108th Avenue. Volunteers will be equipped with safety reflective vests and flags to help pedestrians cross the street safely. Volunteers will also provide education on the importance of using crosswalks and the need for both drivers and pedestrians to be alert and aware.
Volunteers are essential to the success of this event. Those interested in volunteering can email mnelson@mytreasureisland.org for more information or call 727-547-4590.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to help make our beach community safer for everyone.
In collaboration and expansion of this event, TIFR is excited to announce that St. Pete Beach Fire Rescue will be conducting a Walk to Beach Day in the city of St Pete Beach in conjunction with with the ours.
Thank you to the following organizations for partnering with TIFR to help make this event a success:
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 Treasure Island wants to hear from you about what you would like to see happen with the Treasure Bay golf course.
Please take a few minutes to participate in the city’s online survey regarding the future of the Treasure Bay golf course. In the survey, you will be asked if you would prefer to reconstruct the golf course or remove the golf course and construct a park in its place.
Your feedback will help the city make an informed decision about the future of this beloved community space. Let your voice be heard.
Click here to take the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Y5XQBKV
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 It’s Hurricane Preparedness Week! The official start of hurricane season is June 1, but now is the time to assess potential risks, build an emergency kit, sign up for alerts, learn your evacuation zone, and see what other steps you can take to prepare.
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 Happy National Police Week! The Treasure Island Police Department is grateful for the dedication and sacrifice of their officers who work hard to keep our beach community safe. This week, we honor and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Thank you for your service and commitment to protecting and serving.
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 Attention beachgoers, residents and businesses! It's the start of sea turtle nesting season, which means we must do our part in protecting these amazing creatures. Sea turtles come ashore to lay their eggs between May and October, and it's important to respect their nesting areas and minimize disturbances. Here are some ways you can help keep sea turtles safe:
- Avoid using flashlights or cellphones on the beach at night, as it can disorient nesting turtles and their hatchlings.
- Fill in holes in the sand and flatten sandcastles before leaving the beach, as they can obstruct the path of sea turtles.
- Keep a safe distance from nesting turtles and do not touch or disturb them or their nests.
- Dispose of all trash properly and don't leave any items on the beach.
- Artificial lightning is disorienting to nesting and hatchling sea turtles. Sea turtles are less disturbed by the long wavelengths of light (560 nanometers or longer). Narrowband long wavelength lights appear amber, orange, or red in color.
By following these guidelines, we can all play a role in protecting sea turtles during nesting season. CLICK HERE for more information.
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 At the May 7 City Commission Workshop, Commissioners started discussions on Ordinance 2024-08 – amending the city code for Parks and Recreation rules and regulations banning personal fireworks on public property. Safety and environmental concerns are the main drivers behind this proposed ban. Check out this video to listen to some of the reasons why this ordinance came about.
Whether you support or do not support this ordinance, it is best to make your voice heard when the Commission discusses this topic at the May 21 City Commission Meeting. There will be time for public comment when you can express your support or concerns directly to Commissioners. If you can't make it to the meeting you can also send an email to cityclerk@mytreasureisland.org with your thoughts.
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 Hurricane season is fast approaching, and the city of Treasure Island wants to help everyone get storm-ready by hosting a Hurricane Expo on May 29 from 5 to 8 p.m. at City Hall on the 5th Floor. This event will feature a special presentation by Spectrum Bay News 9 Chief Meteorologist Mike Clay on what to expect this hurricane season. There will also be presentations from city staff about what to do in the event of a storm and how citizens and business owners can prepare. Those who attend will also receive safety and survival tips, flood insurance education, Red Cross information and more.
Most predictions are calling for above-normal tropical activity this year fueled by exceptionally warm ocean waters and an expected shift from El Niño to La Niña. It is crucial for residents to be prepared as hurricane season in Florida starts on June 1 and goes through the end of November. The expo will provide valuable information on how to protect yourself and your property during a storm.
Residents are encouraged to visit mytreasureisland.com/stormready to sign up for Alert Pinellas, learn about their evacuation zone, get storm preparation tips and more.
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 Voting is still open in the USA Today's "Favorite Beach in Florida" contest. Voting ends on May 20 at noon. You can vote once a day. Be sure to share this with your friends and relatives so they can show their support. Let's show everyone that Treasure Island Beach is one of the best in Florida and the country!
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 As you may have heard, the city of Treasure Island will be discontinuing the use of SeeClickFix due to the minimal usage by residents and the high annual cost of the service. However, don't worry!
We have created a new "Report an Issue" webpage where you can easily find the correct contact for each department when reporting an issue. You can access the page directly at MyTreasureIsland.com/Issues or go to the main webpage and click on the “Report An Issue” button at the top of the page.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we strive to be more cost-efficient and make sure your concerns are addressed in the most efficient way possible.
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 This evening, May 15, at 6 p.m. the Treasure Island City Commission will meet to choose 3 -5 finalists for the City Manager position based on additional information provided by the candidates and Strategic Government Resources.
The 12 semi-finalists are as follows:
- Angela Stone
- Cary Vargo
- Charles Anderson
- James Slaton
- Jeff Mihelich
- Kenneth Griffin
- Patrick Comiskey
- Lawrence McNaul
- Paul Brake
- Scott Moye
- Taylor Brown
- Thomas Yates
The Commission will then hold a public meeting on June 19 and 20 to meet the finalists and conduct interviews.
You can find more updates on the city's City Manager search by visiting MyTreasureIsland.com/CMSearch.
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 Questions about Elevate T.I.? Submit any questions you have online and have our team answer them. Visit ElevateTI.com and click on the "Submit Question Here" button at the top of the page.
Why Elevate T.I.? CLICK HERE to check out this short video on our YouTube page.
Dates of Upcoming Discussions About Elevate T.I.:
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May 30 | 10 a.m. | Local Planning Agency Board: Revisions to Land Development Regulations, Chapter 68 Zoning
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June | LPA Workshop | (date and time to be approved by LPA board): LPA Meeting to finalize recommendations for the Terrain Modification Manual and associated LDRs
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July/August TBD: City Commission workshop(s)/meetings to adopt the Terrain Modification Manual and associated LDRs. The final timeline is subject to program review and approval by the State.
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 Give your children a guaranteed fun summer break by registering them for Treasure Island Summer Camp! Camp is 10 weeks of fun and adventure for children ages 5 to 12. What can your children expect? A variety of activities such as games, sports, arts and crafts, parties, guest speakers, entertainment, movies, field trips and more. Don't miss out on a summer of excitement - sign up today!
CLICK HERE to register.
Volunteer opportunities are available as well. CLICK HERE to apply to be a volunteer for the Summer Camp program.
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 Looking for a fun and active summer camp for your child age 12 and under? Blue Thunder Tennis presents Treasure Bay Tennis Summer Camp! Campers will enjoy fundamental skills training, drills, match play and more at Treasure Bay Golf and Tennis.
• First session: June 3 - June 28
• Second session: July 8 - August 2
• 9 a.m. to noon daily
• Call 727-360-6062 for more information
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity for your child to improve their tennis skills and have a blast this summer!
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 Treasure Island is offering dog lovers the opportunity to purchase a commemorative dog park paver to help expand the entranceway at the John Morroni Memorial Dog Park at Rosselli Park. The pavers are $150 each and measure 8" x 8" in size, with a vibrant Admiral Red color. Each paver can be personalized with up to 6 lines of text, with 20 characters per line including spacing and punctuation. This is a great way for dog lovers to leave a lasting mark in the community while supporting a beloved canine-centric space.
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