City Hall remains closed, but staff is working. If you have any questions, call the main line at 727-547-4575 or email CityHall@mytreasureisland.org.
As the Building department has no phone service yet, the best way to contact it is to email permits@mytreasureisland.org or call the main line at 727-547-4575.
Expanded Disaster Recovery Center opening in Largo on Monday
A Disaster Recovery Center will open with expanded services at 9 a.m. Monday, Oct. 14, at the Florida Botanical Gardens, Magnolia Room, 12520 Ulmerton Road Largo.
The DRC will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday at the new location.
DRCs serve as centralized locations where people can access various services and information related to disaster recovery, including:
• Information and Guidance:DRCs provide information on available disaster assistance programs and resources.
• Application Assistance:You can receive help with applying for federal disaster assistance programs, such as FEMA grants and low-interest loans from the Small Business Administration DRC staff can assist you in completing the necessary paperwork and explaining the application process.
• Translation and Accessibility Services: The DRC offers translation services for individuals with limited English proficiency. They also provide accommodations for people with disabilities to ensure equal access to assistance.
• Status Updates: If you have already applied for assistance, you can check the status of your application at a DRC.
• Access to Disaster-related Resources: The DRC will have numerous state agencies and social service organizations on site to help you get additional help, such as housing, legal services, and counseling.
• Access to Computers and Phones: The DRC offers computer access and phone services, allowing you to complete online applications.
In addition to FEMA, the following agencies will provide assistance at the DRC: Florida Department of Veterans Affairs, Florida Department of Commerce, Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Florida Department of Elder Affairs, Florida Department of Insurance Regulation and Florida Department of Children and Families with Hope Florida Navigators.
When visiting a DRC, it’s a good idea to bring identification, proof of residence, insurance information, and any documentation related to your disaster-related losses to facilitate the application process and ensure you receive the appropriate assistance.
Residents can register for FEMA assistance online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov via the FEMA app or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362).
Trash Collection:
Public Works continues waste collection. Crews are following the regular collection schedule as best as possible, but interruptions can happen along the way. Please keep your carts at the curb until they are emptied, and DO NOT place carts behind debris piles.
To help keep the collection process running smoothly, DO NOT place any construction debris in waste bins. This damages the city's trucks and equipment and will only slow the collection process.
Power
Duke Energy has restored power to some parts of the island.
You can stay updated at duke-energy.com/outages or call 800-228-8485.
• Treat intersections with a working light as a four-way stop.
Sewer System/Water
Lift stations are running on generator power. There is still a boil water notice in effect. Please limit water use. If you see broken waterlines, please contact Pinellas Utilities at 727-464-4000.
Debris
Debris management operations have restarted. More contractors are being deployed to the city to assist with all the debris.
Residents are allowed to hire their own contractors for debris collection. Contractors must take the debris to a dump site themselves. FEMA operates the debris management around Pinellas County and will not allow private contractors to dispose of debris at those sites.
Commercial Debris:
Commercial establishments, including apartment complexes and condos, must hire contractors to remove debris from their properties. FEMA expects commercial properties to carry insurance covering the debris removal cost.
Cooling/Comfort Station:
A cooling/comfort station is open in the parking lot of the Police/Fire station, 180 108th Avenue. Residents can use this area to cool down, shower, do laundry, and charge devices.
Disaster Assistance:
The city’s disaster assistance webage has been updated with more information. Click on the link on the homepage or directly access the page at MyTreasureIsland.com/DisasterAssistance
Sand Removal/Cleaning
Contractors are working on Sunset Beach doing sand removal and restoration.
