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News From the City of Treasure Island • October 1, 2025
City Hall • 10451 Gulf Blvd.
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 Beginning next week, the City of Treasure Island will transfer its solid waste collection services to Waste Pro of Florida. The service change will occur on October 4, 2025, for businesses and on October 6 for residents.
Under the new agreement, Treasure Island residents will save approximately $9.55 per month (about $115 annually per household) in Fiscal Year (FY) 2026. Commercial customers will also benefit from lower rates, experiencing a 37% decrease in monthly bills in FY2026, along with access to larger container options.
Waste Pro Services for Residential:
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Trash Collection: Days will remain the same (Mon/Thurs or Tue/Fri).
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Yard Waste: Collected on the same days as trash service using the grey cart. Bagged/bundled yard waste up to two cubic yards may be set curbside (see more information below).
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Recycling: Collected every Wednesday using the blue cart.
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Bulk Pickups: Collection up to four times per year at no additional cost.
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Billing: Residential customers will receive quarterly bills from Waste Pro, starting in December.
Waste Pro Services for Commercial:
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Service Levels Unchanged: Current collection schedules will remain in place.
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Larger Containers Available: Waste Pro representatives will work with businesses to review new container options.
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Billing: First Waste Pro invoices will be sent in November.
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Billing Flexibility: Businesses can pay monthly in advance and use Waste Pro’s online bill pay system.
The City and Waste Pro are working closely to ensure a smooth transition. Customers do not need to call to set up new accounts, but residents currently using autopay will need to create new accounts with Waste Pro.
For future service-related questions, Treasure Island residents and businesses should contact Waste Pro’s local customer service team at (727) 452-5278 or visit www.wasteprousa.com.
Yard Waste Collection:
When solid waste services transition to Waste Pro, yard waste will be collected on the same two days as your regular trash service.
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Grey Cart Use: Use your grey cart for both household trash and yard waste.
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Additional Yard Waste: If properly prepared yard waste does not fit in your grey cart, it may be placed curbside for collection if it is:
- Bagged or securely bundled
- Limited to two cubic yards or less
Important Reminders:
- Loose yard waste will not be collected.
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Do not place yard waste in roadways. This creates safety hazards and can clog storm drains, leading to street flooding.
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 On September 26, Officer J. Nascimento was officially sworn in as a Treasure Island Police Officer.
Born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Officer Nascimento came to the United States in 2014 to pursue his Master’s degree at the University of South Florida. Throughout his life, he has been dedicated to family, work, and education. He also proudly served in both the Brazilian Navy and the Brazilian Army, where he laid the foundation for discipline, resilience, and duty.
In August 2023, Officer Nascimento reached one of his most significant milestones—becoming a United States citizen. Soon after, he set his sights on his long-time goal of serving in law enforcement by entering the police academy.
Today, we are proud to welcome Officer Nascimento as he takes the oath to serve and protect our community as a member of the Treasure Island Police Department.
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 The Treasure Island Police Department goes pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For the past several years, TIPD officers have traded their traditional badges for pink ones, a symbol of hope, strength, and solidarity. These pink badges symbolize TIPD’s dedication to raising awareness and supporting fighters, survivors, and families affected by breast cancer and all types of cancer.
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 Treasure Island Fire Rescue is proud to be recognized as a Gold Helmet Department for having many of our firefighters enrolled in the National Firefighter Registry for Cancer.
The Gold Helmet is awarded to fire departments that achieve a high level of participation in the National Firefighter Registry (NFR) for Cancer. This nationwide initiative collects health and occupational information from U.S. firefighters to better understand and reduce the risk of cancer in the fire service.
Firefighters face a significantly higher risk of developing certain types of cancer compared to the general public. By contributing to the NFR, Treasure Island Fire Rescue helps researchers build stronger evidence to protect the health and safety of current and future firefighters.
83% of TIFR’s firefighters have registered—well above the 50% participation threshold needed to qualify for this recognition.
The Gold Helmet Challenge is more than just an award—it’s a symbol of TIFR’s commitment to firefighter health, safety, and the future of the fire service.
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 Neighbors Helping Neighbors! Join us in keeping Treasure Island fresh, inviting, and beautiful! Whether you want to volunteer to help with overgrown lawns or you're someone who needs a helping hand, this city-led initiative is here for you.
- Lend a hand to neighbors in need
- Request assistance with your own yard
- Take pride in your community
Let’s work together!
Learn more at MyTreasureIsland.com/Beautification
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 Treasure Island Fire Rescue is selling limited-edition Testicular Cancer Awareness T-shirts to raise funds for the Treasure Island Fire Association and help spread awareness about the most common cancer in young men.
The shirts, available in navy blue or baby blue, are just $30 each. Every purchase directly supports the Treasure Island Fire Association’s efforts and helps raise awareness for testicular cancer prevention and early detection.
How to order:
But don’t wait—all pre-orders must be placed by October 14!
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 We are in the peak of Hurricane Season!
While it may feel like a relief that the tropics have been farely quiet, this is not the time to let your guard down. Hurricane Season runs through November 30, which means there are still 81 days to go.
Remember:
➡️ Hurricane Helene didn’t hit until late September last year.
➡️ Hurricane Milton impacted Florida in October.
If you’re not already prepared, now is the time. Click the link below to get started.
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 Pinellas County has started the beach nourishment project for Gulf beaches. Currently, the work is taking place in the northern part of the county and will gradually progress down to the Treasure Island area. Expect the work to begin around mid-October, though the timeline is subject to change.
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.
More details will be provided later this week or early next week.
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