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News From the City of Treasure Island • August 27, 2025
City Hall • 10451 Gulf Blvd.
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 If you still have open permits from repairs after Hurricanes Helene or Milton, now is the time to finish and close them out. If work has been completed and you would like to make sure that the permit is closed, please email zoning@mytreasureisland.org for verification.
PSA: If another storm hits, open permits could count toward new damages, pushing your property over the 50% damage threshold. That means a property might be classified as a total loss more quickly. This could lead to higher costs and tougher rules for rebuilding. As we enter the height of a new storm season, confirming that your permit status is closed becomes critical.
Why it matters:
- Protect your property value
- Avoid unnecessary complications after future storms
- Keep your records clean and accurate
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 Construction will begin in the coming days on Pinellas County’s emergency beach nourishment project, which will include much of Sand Key, Treasure Island and Upham Beach.
Pinellas County Government Commission authorized funding from the Tourist Development Tax (hotel bed tax) for one-time emergency nourishment from Clearwater Beach to North Redington Beach on Sand Key, along with Treasure Island and Upham Beach. The tentative construction schedule and map for the full project area can be found at HERE.
Residents can also text PCBEACHES to 888777 to receive alerts with key project updates.
The project will involve dredging sand from portions of Egmont Shoal, Pass-a-Grille, Blind Pass and John’s Pass. Boaters are advised to use caution around the dredging area.
The $125.7 million project will mostly be funded by the hotel bed tax, paid by visitors, plus at least $11 million of state grant funding. Previous projects benefited from a 65 percent federal cost-share through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers; however, without Army Corps-compliant easements from all property owners, the County is currently ineligible for federal funding.
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 City of Treasure Island offices will be closed on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day.
There will be no changes to the trash collection schedule.
Treasure Bay Tennis will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For emergencies, please dial 911.
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The City Commission has made a small adjustment to its schedule. Workshops will now be scheduled before the regular meetings. Workshops will start at 5 p.m., followed by the meetings at 6 p.m. This change aims to prevent meetings from running too late into the night. The new schedule will take effect at the next commission meeting on September 2.
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 The City Commission has voted to proceed with outsourcing the city's solid waste services to WastePro of Florida at the August 19 Commission Meeting. Here’s what that means for you.
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Lower bills: Residents and businesses are projected to save around $700,000 annually, which amounts to approximately $7 to $9 less on your monthly bill for residents, along with greater savings on commercial accounts.
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Same level of service, no drop-off: Garbage and recycling pickup will continue as usual.
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Parks & beaches covered: City staff will continue to handle trash collection at parks, beach access points, and other public spaces not covered by WastePro.
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Significant savings for the city, too: Outsourcing means the city won’t need to buy costly new garbage trucks or replace hundreds of dumpsters.
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Staff opportunities: WastePro has agreed to meet with our current sanitation workers to discuss job opportunities.
Next up: City staff will prepare a contract with WastePro. That contract will be made publicly available so residents can review and provide feedback before it receives final approval from the Commission.
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 Honoring the Fallen, Walking for the Brave
Treasure Island Fire Rescue invites you to join our community in honoring the heroes and remembering the lives lost on September 11. This 3.43-mile Memorial Walk pays tribute to the 343 firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice. Together, we will walk in unity, celebrate their bravery, and ensure their legacy is never forgotten.
Event Details
- Date: September 11
- Start Time: 8:46 a.m. (time of the North Tower attack)
- Starting Location: Freedom Boat Club, 12765 Kingfish Drive, Treasure Island, FL
- Ending Location: 7545 Bayshore Drive (Heron Parking Lot)
- Distance: 3.43 miles
Parking & Transportation
- Complimentary parking is available 8 a.m. – noon in spaces around City Hall and along Kingfish Drive.
- A shuttle bus will transport participants from City Hall to the starting point before the walk.
- After the walk, Treasure Island’s city bus will return participants to both City Hall and Freedom Boat Club.
Amenities
- Water and Gatorade will be provided along the route by the Treasure Island Fire Association.
- Snacks and refreshments after the walk.
RSVP
Please RSVP by email: srowland@mytreasureisland.org
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 Ready to make your mark on the sand? Treasure Island’s Sanding Ovations Masters Cupis back this November, and the festival is looking for Tampa Bay businesses to join the fun as sponsors!
Imagine your brand front and center as world-class sculptors transform beautiful Treasure Island beach into a jaw-dropping gallery of “outSANDing” art. With seven days of live music, delicious food, unique vendors, a colorful kite festival, and a fireworks show that lights up the Gulf, this is THE event of the year!
Sponsoring Sanding Ovations means connecting with thousands of visitors from around the globe, supporting the arts, and celebrating what makes Treasure Island one of America’s favorite beaches.
Interested? CLICK HERE.
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 With all the recent rain, standing water is everywhere — the perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes!
Please take a moment to check your property and empty any standing water from:
- Buckets
- Plant saucers
- Birdbaths
- Gutters
- Any containers outdoors
CLICK HERE for more mosquito control information.
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 It’s important to have multiple ways to receive weather alerts, especially during hurricane season. If a storm threatens your area, be ready by having a battery-operated or hand-crank weather radio and be sure to sign up for emergency alerts.
CLICK HERE to sign up for Alert T.I., a service of Alert Pinellas.
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September 2
City Commission Meeting & Workshop
The workshop now takes place before the regular meeting
Location: Commission Chambers
5 p.m. | Workshop
6 p.m. | Meeting
September 8
Budget Meeting
Location: Commission Chambers
6 p.m. | Meeting
September 16
City Commission Meeting & Workshop
The workshop now takes place before the regular meeting
Location: Commission Chambers
5 p.m. | Workshop
6 p.m. | Meeting
Meetings are streamed live online at mytreasureisland.com/citymeetings, on Facebook Live, facebook.com/cityoftreasureisland, and YouTube, YouTube.com/@cityoftreasureisland
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