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Mark Schantz is an Editor Reporter for Area Development Online newsdesk, focusing on local news in Pinellas County, Florida. With his articles published in Tampa Bay Newspapers and Media General, Mark covers a range of topics including city developments, infrastructure projects, local government changes, and community initiatives.
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TARPON SPRINGS — It could've been worse. That was the message Fire Chief Scott Young delivered to city commissioners Oct 15.
By: Mark Schantz
Meanwhile, the vice mayor warns of “deep financial effects” from the loss of tourism, property taxes and other revenue streams.
TARPON SPRINGS — City planning staff soon will handle some requests to repair structures damaged by hurricanes Helene and Milton in the historic district administratively, rather than via a Heritage Preservation Board hearing.
Commissioner John Doctor will take over the post to which Tyler Payne was elected in 2021.
By: Mark Schantz
TARPON SPRINGS — Expansion of Belle Harbour Marina, a small full-service boatyard featuring wet and dry storage, along with boat repair and rentals at 307 Anclote Road, won a unanimous
TREASURE ISLAND — Residents unable to get building permits following the recent hurricanes vented their frustrations at an Oct. 29 meeting of the City Commission.
By: Mark Schantz
They questioned why they couldn't get permits for minor repairs or demolitions, or why they're not allowed to hire their own property assessors.
TARPON SPRINGS — Giving thank-you stipends to city employees who worked overtime during the recent hurricanes wasn’t as simple as some might have imagined.
ST. PETE BEACH — Holiday decorations will be hung with great care on utility poles, but the recent hurricanes almost got to play the Grinch who stole Christmas.
TREASURE ISLAND — City commissioners slammed the brakes on two major staff initiatives: creating a living shoreline at Treasure Bay and the city’s attempt to have residents hold it harmless
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