PUBLIC INVITED TO WEIGH IN ON BUDGET

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City residents get another opportunity to share ideas to close the gap on a projected $13 million deficit during the second of three public budget summits May 16 at Roberts Recreation Center, 1246 50th Ave. N. A reductions package, an increase to the current millage rate, implementing a fire readiness fee or street light assessment are under consideration as ways to reduce the shortfall without cuts to city services. Read more.

Meanwhile, Pinellas County leaders invite similar input May 15 during the county's final Budget Information Session at St. Petersburg's City Hall. County leaders are looking at ways to close the gap on an anticipated $11.9 million shortfall. The 5 p.m. session also includes a presentation by Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri.

NEW WATER RESTRICTIONS IN EFFECT IMMEDIATELY

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irrigation The Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) has declared a Severe Water Shortage Order for the Tampa Bay region. Locations using potable (city) water, water from private wells, or surface water sources (lakes, ponds, etc.) limit watering to once a week. Other water use restrictions have been declared.The allowable days for St. Petersburg water customers within the city limits differ from those imposed in other municipalities and posted by the SWFWMD. Addresses ending in an even number are permitted to irrigate on Saturday only; addresses ending in an odd number are permitted to irrigate on Sunday only. NO WARNINGS WILL BE ISSUED. Violations observed by Enforcement Personnel will result in a citation subject to a fine plus court costs.www.stpete.org/water/watering_restrictions.asp

MAHAFFEY LIGHTS UP WITH MAYOR'S YOUTH SHOWCASE

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Pinellas Teens. Students. Athletes. Performers. They entertained - playing marimba, guitar, saxophone and violin, tap dancing and singing - during the second annual Mayor's Youth Showcase of Achievement & Awards at Progress Energy Center's Mahaffey Theater Tuesday evening. Miss America’s Outstanding Teen Elizabeth Fechtel and TASCO Teen Programs’ Shawn Drouin co-hosted the academy awards style show produced by the city's TASCO Teen Programs and SWAT. And, thanks to the generous sponsorship of floridacentral Credit Union, 22 Top Achievers received $500 savings accounts and a crystal trophy.

CLAM BAYOU PUBLIC FORUM MAY 22

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A public forum will be held at 7 p.m. on May 22 at the St. Petersburg College Allstate Center, DeSoto Room, 3200 34th St. S. The purpose of the forum is to present the final revisions made to the conceptual site plan presented to the community in February for the Clam Bayou nature preserve Improvements Project. The final plan will be presented and city staff will be available to answer questions. Implementation will follow when plans are approved and construction documents are secured.

COUNTY'S RECLAIMED WATER RESTRICTIONS DO NOT AFFECT ST. PETERSBURG

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reclaimed water lawn St. Petersburg's supply of reclaimed water currently meets customer demand. While the recent twice-a-week restrictions for Pinellas County reclaimed water customers does not affect St. Petersburg's reclaimed water customers, wise use of our reclaimed water is recommended during these traditionally dry weeks.

Suggestions include:
- adopting a three times a week watering schedule
- not watering during the heat of the day (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
- conducting a spring checkup and tune-up of the sprinkler system

For More Water-Wise Tips: www.stpete.org/water/water_conservation/

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LEGO Mania!
Wed, May 16, 3:30pm – 4:30pm - Main Library - We'll bring the LEGOS, You bring your IMAGINATION! Accepting donations for new and gently used LEGOS. Call 892-5296 for more information.

City Public Budget Summit.
Wed, May 16, 6pm – 7pm Robert's Adult Recreation Center, 1246 50th Ave. N. You are invited to come out and address Mayor Foster and City Council on essential vs. nonessential city services. www.stpete.org