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More cuts proposed in Madeira Beach
MADEIRA BEACH – Having decided to leave the city’s millage rate unchanged, the Board of Commissioners met in an evening workshop session July 15 to look at the budget in detail and discuss any proposed changes.
Treasure Island may increase millage
TREASURE ISLAND – If Treasure Island City Manager Reid Silverboard gets his way, the city’s millage rate could see a jump to as much as 17.25 percent.
Redington Beach officials don’t expect to raise taxes
REDINGTON BEACH – Town Finance Commissioner Mark Deighton wants to keep the town’s property tax millage rate at the same level as the current budget, despite a suggestion by Pinellas County Tax Assessor’s Office that it be raised.
Residents speak up on Indian Shores park
INDIAN SHORES – Town councilors heard arguments July 15 for and against plans for a 1.94-acre park that would front both the Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf of Mexico.
North Redington Beach recognizes volunteers, military
NORTH REDINGTON BEACH – The Board of Commissioners officially expressed its gratitude at the July 10 town hall meeting to volunteers who helped make the town’s Fourth of July parade and picnic a success.
Volunteers needed for Elnor Island cleanup
TREASURE ISLAND – The Treasure Island Beach Stewardship Committee seeks volunteers for a cleanup of Elnor Island Saturday, July 26.
Police Beat
Thieves grab computer
MADEIRA BEACH – Burglars broke into a home July 10 on 145th Avenue and stole a laptop computer, sheriff’s deputies said. The homeowner, a 43-year-old white male, returned home about 10:15 p.m. to find the front door of his home pried open and the computer missing. The investigation continues.
New Publix store nears completion
TREASURE ISLAND – Construction of a new Publix supermarket in Treasure Island is on schedule and will open in late August.
Classic Treasure Island motel gains a new life
TREASURE ISLAND – Several years ago, the no-name motel at 11799 Gulf Blvd., formerly known as the Roadside Inn, was on nearly everyone’s ready to be demolished list.
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