Weekly news & updates

April 3, 2023 | City of Gulfport, FL - Gateway to the Gulf Newsletter

Upcoming Events

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Senior Center E-news

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Library Calendar of Events

Upcoming activities at the Gulfport Library.

Recreation Center

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Casino Ballroom Weekly Dances

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Gulfport Community Update

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Gulfport Historical Society

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"Fun in the Sun" Day

Saturday, April 8th

10 a.m. - Noon

Gulfport Recreation Center

5730 Shore Blvd. S.

Gulfport City Council

Mayor

Sam Henderson

Webpage

Email

826-7208

Ward 1

April Thanos

Webpage

Email

826-7138

Ward 2

Christine Brown

Webpage

Email

826-7311

Vice Mayor Paul Ray

Webpage

Email

826-7209

Ward 4

Ian

O'Hara

Webpage

Email

826-7355

City Manager's Gulfport Community Update

Gulfport Community Update: March 26 - April 1, 2023


Free Smoke detectors are available for elderly and low income households within Gulfport City limits. Call 893-1059 for more information.



Alert Pinellas Emergency and Community Notification Service for Pinellas County enables the City to provide residents with critical information quickly in a variety of delivery methods. Visit https://mygulfport.us/alertpinellas/ for more information and to sign up for this FREE service.


City of Gulfport residential water customers are eligible for a rebate of up to $100 after the purchase and installation of a high efficiency water-saving toilet. Restrictions apply. Application & guidelines available at https://mygulfport.us/toilet-rebate-program/. For information call 893-1016.

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This Weeks Events & Meetings

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Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market

Tuesday, April 4th | 9 a.m. - 3p.m.

Downtown Waterfront District, Beach Blvd. S.


Join us weekly at our open-air fresh market for the region's freshest produce, arts & crafts from local creators and a fresh array of locally sourced botanicals along the shops and restaurants of scenic Beach Boulevard. 

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Ballroom Dance Lessons w/ Carol Baker

Tuesday, April 4th | noon - 3 p.m.


Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S.

$15 admission | $25 for couples

Call 727-798-3660


Noon - 1:30 p.m. Beginner Tango

1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Intermediate Tango

2:30 - 3 p.m. Dancing

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Argentine Tango Dance & Lesson

w/ Kathleen & Steve Prucher

Tuesday, April 4th | 6:30 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Gulfport Casino Ballroom

5500 Shore Blvd. S.

$10 admission

Call 727-742-3368

Weekly dance info

Website: https://swingtime.info

Email: Events@SwingTime.info

Swing Dance & Lesson w/ Swing Time

Wednesday, April 5th

Lesson 7 - 8 p.m. | Dancing 8 - 11 p.m.

 

Gulfport Casino Ballroom

5500 Shore Blvd. S.

$10 admission

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Latin Night at the Gulfport Casino

Thursday, April 6th | 6:30 - 11 p.m.

 

Gulfport Casino Ballroom

5500 Shore Blvd. S.

 

Salsa and Bachata lessons every Thursday!

 

Social: 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 

level 1 lessons: 7 - 7:45 p.m.

level 2 lessons: 8 - 8:45 p.m.

Social dance: 9 - 11:00 p.m.

 

$10 admission

Contact Royan Phillip at 813-613-7710

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First Friday ArtWalk

Friday, April 7th | 5 - 9 p.m.


Downtown Waterfront District, Beach Blvd. S.


Gulfport’s First Friday Art Walk occurs each month from 5pm – 9pm. The streets of this creative town come to life with artists, musicians and art appreciators. Come join us each First Friday of the month and get inspired!The Gulfport First Friday Art Walk is free to attend with free parking on all streets.

Fun in the Sun Day

Saturday, April 8th | 10 a.m. - Noon

Gulfport Recreation Center, 5730 Shore Blvd. S.


Join the City of Gulfport for Fun in the Sun Day! The day’s festivities begin at 10 a.m. with an egg hunt for children 8 & under, followed by basket raffles, children’s activities, music, food & fun!


Call 893-1068 for information.

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Rob Zinn's Anything Can Happen CD Release Party

Saturday, April 8th | 6 - 8:30 p.m.

Catherine Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S.


An evening of contemporary jazz. An international and national billboard recording artist, Rob is excited to be releasing his latest studio album, Anything Can Happen. Many of the songs will be performed for the first time. Rob brings a high level of energy to all his shows. He performs his own compositions along with highly recognizable songs from various genres that resonate with everyone. Rob mixes in a few choice vocals that always gets the audience singing and dancing. He loves to connect with everyone and make it a memorable evening of fun! He's really looking forward to bringing a Rob Zinn show to his new hometown!

Upcoming Events & Meetings

Gulfport on the Edge: 2030 - Envisioning Possible Futures

Monday, April 10th | 6 - 9 p.m.

Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S.


Come explore and envision what Gulfport can become by the year 2030. Event is free, capacity is limited, so registration is encouraged. https://Gulfport-on-the-Edge-Vision-2030.eventbrite.com

Senior Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting

Tuesday, April 11th | 8 a.m.

Senior Center | 5501 27th Ave. S.

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Board of Adjustment Meeting

Wednesday, April 12th | 6 p.m.

Gulfport City Hall | 2401 53rd St. S. | 893-1012

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Gulfport Neighborhood Watch Meetings

Wednesday, April 12th | 6 p.m.

Every second Wednesday of each month

Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Ave. S.


For more information, please contact Mr. Jim Wright Neighborhood Watch Coordinator at 727-893-1022 or jwright@mygulfport.us.

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Gulfport Casino Ballroom

5500 Shore Blvd. S.

$10 admission



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Disco Party w/ Swing Time

Friday, April 14th

Lesson 7 - 8 p.m. | Dancing 8 - midnight


The Disco Party returns to the Gulfport Casino! Dance 8 p.m. - midnight to those funky disco grooves and beats. Arrive early for a Dance Lesson 7 - 8 p.m., where you can learn the Hustle and other Disco-era dances. Get ready for the Soul Train! Just $10 includes everything. The Disco Party happens the second Friday of every month. 

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FLoridania Fest

Saturday, April 15th | 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S.


Do you collect Florida memorabilia? The Floridania Fest is the ultimate marketplace for vintage Florida souvenirs, postcards, books, shirts, decorative items and art. Over 20 leading dealers and several Florida authors will be there.


Admission is $5 at the door and children 12 and under are admitted free.

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Third Saturday Indie Faire

Saturday, April 15th | 5- 9 p.m.

Downtown Waterfront District, Beach Blvd. S.


Welcome to Third Saturday Indie Faire! The Indie Faire features high quality local art and contemporary crafts from across a wide range of mediums, as well as jewelry and locally sourced botanicals in an outdoor and socially distanced manner along scenic Beach Boulevard in downtown Gulfport.

More info

The New Horizons Band Spring Concert

Sunday, April 16th | 3 - 4 p.m.

Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S.


Admission is free. Come early and listen to the newly formed flute ensemble perform prior to the concert.


The New Horizons Band of Gulfport is a not-for-profit organization.

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Weekly dance info

Ballroom Dance Night at the Casino Ballroom

Sunday, April 16th | 5 - 8:30 p.m.

Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S.


Teacher: Carol Baker | 727-798-3660

$15 admission | $25 for couples


Lesson: 5 - 6 pm: Carol Baker

Dancing 6 - 8:30 pm


Bring a friend, they will have a ball!

More info

Ask a City Councilor at the Third Tuesday Fresh Market

Tuesday, April 18th | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Gulfport Welcome Center, 3101 Beach Blvd. S.


Gulfport City Council will be hosting an opportunity, every third Tuesday of the month, for residents to get to know their Councilmember, ask questions, and provide comment.


For more information, please call City of Gulfport Councilmember, Ward 1 Representative, April Thanos at (727) 826-7138.

City Council Meeting

Tuesday, April 18th | 6 p.m.

Gulfport City Hall | 2401 53rd St. S. | 893-1012

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Sock Hop with the Impacs!

Friday, April 21st | 7 - 10 p.m.

Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S.


Dance the night away to live 1960’s Rock & Roll music at the Historic Gulfport Casino Ballroom every third Friday. Live music starts at 7 p.m. Tickets available in advance at the Gulfport Casino Box Office, 5500 Shore Blvd. S. and the Gulfport Beach Baazar, 3115 beach Blvd. S. For more information, please contact 727-893-1070.

SAGES Theater: One Act Play - Scam Prevention

Saturday, April 22nd | 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Catherine Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S.


Join SAGES (Senior Actors Guild & Education Services) and our talented senior cast as they present this FREE & FUN one-act play about preventing SCAMMERS from targeting you or your loved ones!


For more information, visit https://sagestheater.org/.

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USA Ballroom Dance at Historic Casino

Monday, April 24th | 7 - 10 p.m.

Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S.


Admission:

$7 Members | $10 Non-members

Contact: Nancy Welch nancy01FL@aol.com

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Junk Drop: Electronic & Chemical Mobile Collection

Saturday, May 6 | 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

49th Street Neighborhood Center, 1617 49th St. S.


Dispose of unwanted items for free during the City of Gulfport Junk Drop. Residents are asked to place all items in an easily accessible location for staff to unload, and to stay inside their vehicles. For information call 893-1089; for electronic/hazardous material information visit https://pinellas.gov/household-chemical-collection.

Community Outreach

Latest Beach Water Quality Sampling Data

See the latest report here.

Public Cameras

Do you love Gulfport and wish you could be here all the time? Check out our live streaming cameras here!

Gulfport Charter & Code of Ordinances

Online access is provided at the following link.

Bill Payment Options

View and pay Utility & Marina Billing accounts online here.

Employee Directory

Click here to view the Gulfport Employee Directory.

 Visit 2023 ArtOut 
Submit Entry Here

Deadline April 17, 2023

2023 Art Out: Call for Submissions


The ArtOUT 2023 international juried art show seeks creative expressions of the experiences, representations, identities, and/or politics of LGBTQ+ people. This year’s theme is Emergence, in the myriad ways it takes place.



All submissions must be the original work of the artist. Artists must submit a brief bio and a statement to accompany their submission explaining how their work reflects the theme, Emergence. Biographies and statements will be published alongside artworks selected for the exhibition. 

The exhibition will be virtual as well as in-person. We welcome artistic submissions including, but not limited to, paintings, drawings, mixed media, 2D and 3D art pieces, photography, digital art, video/recorded performance art, music submissions, etc. While ArtOUT aims to receive a diverse range of interpretations on this year’s theme, sexually explicit content is prohibited. ArtOUT reserves the right to accept or reject all submissions. Artists must submit their pieces by April 17, 2023

Pinellas County 2023 Recycle Guide


The Recycle Guide is designed to provide universal recycling guidelines to all Pinellas County residents.


No matter where you recycle in Pinellas County, if you follow this guide, you’ll be recycling right!


https://pinellas.gov/recycle-guide-pdf/

Dog Parks Closed for Annual Maintenance


The City of Gulfport Dog Parks located at 28th Ave. S. and 54th St. S., closed the week of March 27 for re-sodding. It should take approximately two weeks. For questions, please contact Parks and Facilities Superintendent Tim Connor at 727-893-1092.

City of Gulfport Special Events Trolley/WRD Looper


The City of Gulfport Special Events Trolley/Waterfront Redevelopment District (WRD) Looper services large-scale special events and the First Friday and Third Saturday ArtWalks from 5 to 9 p.m. throughout the year.


For more information and to view all of the Loopers convenient pickup spots, please visit https://mygulfport.us/trolley/.

2023 Hurricane Preparedness Webinar Series


In the 2023 Ready-Set-Protect Webinar Series, Pinellas County Emergency Management will provide information and resources to assist the community in best preparing for hurricane season.


Pinellas County Businesses

April 13, 1 – 2 PM REGISTRATION LINK


Faith-Based Organizations

May 25, 1 – 2 PM REGISTRATION LINK


Registration is required. You can also register at pinellas.gov/stay-informed. All programs will be recorded and made available for viewing to those not able to join us. For more information, call Pinellas County Emergency Management at (727) 464-3800 or email ema@pinellas.gov.

To help improve the conditions of our sidewalks, the City of Gulfport is conducting a sidewalk network assessment and inspection.


This scooter-mounted scan will determine the health of each sidewalk and assist the City in making informed decisions regarding areas of highest priorities for pedestrian infrastructure.



If you have any questions or comments, please contact, Kendrix Anderson, Public Works Superintendent at (727) 893-1083.

Crews are working in the Municipal Marina area completing Priority 2 repairs of the City of Gulfport’s Sanitary Sewer System. All residents impacted by the construction project will be notified with a door hanger. If needed, signage and traffic control devices will be put in place to assist with rerouting and traffic flow.


For more information, please contact the City of Gulfport Public Works Utilities Department at (727) 893-1085. The City of Gulfport entered into an agreement with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) for finding and fixing infiltration and inflow (I/I) into the City's sanitary sewer system. The completion of the City of Gulfport’s Sanitary Sewer System Priority 2 repairs in the Municipal Marina area is expected to be completed in March of 2023.

Call 2 recycle. Leading the charge in recycling.

The Gulfport Public Works Department located at the 49th Street Neighborhood Center (1617 49th St. S.) is an official collection site for rechargeable batteries!


For more information, please call 727-893-1089 or visit https://mygulfport.us/public-works-department/.

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The City App for iOS and Android mobile devices, allows residents to connect more conveniently with City government to report issues and request non-emergency services. For more information, please email info@mygulfport.us or call 727-893-1118. 

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The City of Gulfport Private Waterline and Sewer Lateral Replacement Assistance Program offers financial reimbursement after the replacement of a deteriorated residential waterline or sewer lateral. City Utilities residential water or sewer customers are eligible for a rebate of 50% up to $3,500.00 after the purchase, installation, and inspection of failing waterlines or sewer lateral between the home connection and the city connection.

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The City of Gulfport Senior Center’s Telephone Reassurance Program is a free service for Gulfport Residents 50 years of age or older. Volunteers provide daily phone calls to registered members and provide comfort, security, and peace of mind to members and families.

 

Registration is simple and free. If you or someone you know could benefit from this service during this difficult time, please call (727) 893-2237 and register today.

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GEMS door-to-door transportation has provided independence & freedom to elderly and disabled residents of Gulfport for over 40 years.

 

Any Gulfport residents 55 & older or residents with a disability can take advantage of GEMS door to door service for a yearly membership of $70 plus $2 per ride. For more information, call 893-2242.

Gulfport Library Open to the Public. Regular hours with limited service. Hands with books.

If you have questions, please contact library staff at (727) 893-1073 or (727) 893-1074. Hours are, Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. & Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Gulfport Public Library is open with normal business hours. We are committed to the health and well-being of the citizens we serve. The Gulfport Library is open with limited services to the public, observing best practices for the safety of both citizens and staff.


If you continue to self-isolate and require library services: The Gulfport Public Library has a number of free services patrons can utilize to checkout eBooks, audiobooks, magazines,  or learn a learn a language.

Veterans Park

5350 31st Ave S.

Veterans Park Memorial Ribbon Campaign


The Gulfport Senior Center Foundation has installed a memorial ribbon in the Gulfport Veterans Park as a fundraiser to support programs and services of the Senior Center.


The meandering ribbon of engraved bricks will connect the sidewalk to the flagpole base at the beautiful waterfront park. The public is invited to purchase a brick to honor or memorialize a friend or family member, veteran or non-veteran. Engraved bricks will be a permanent part of the Gulfport Veterans Memorial Park. For more information, please visit https://gulfportseniorfoundation.org/2021/08/coming-soon/.

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Resources for Renters

 

Know your rights and where to get help when making rental decisions. This page is designed to help people who are struggling with the rising cost of housing find available help and learn about their rights as a renter. You can also find information on assistance with homeownership.

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Utility Customer Service Department

2401 53rd St. S. | 727-893-1016

Monday – Friday, 8am–4:30pm


The City’s Utility Customer Service Department is located at the City Hall Complex. You can drop your utility payment off during normal business hours at the Customer Service window, and after hours you may drop payments at the drop box located by the front door of the City Hall Complex. When paying your utility bill in person or dropping off the payment, please bring or enclose your utility stub to ensure accurate payment processing.

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Community Development Department

5330 23rd Ave. S. | 727-893-1024

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Fridays, 8am–4:30pm,

Thursdays, 8am-3:30pm


The Community Development Department consists of three principal divisions; Planning and Development, the Building Department, and Code Enforcement Division. Business licensing is also handled within this department. We are located in the Public Services Building at northwest corner of the 2401 53rd Street South City Hall complex, at the corner of 54th Street South and 23rd Avenue South.


If you wish to call in a complaint, discuss a case, or speak with the inspector please call (727) 893-1063.

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City of Gulfport - Parks Department


The City of Gulfport takes tremendous pride in its park system. The Parks Division improves and maintains the quality of life within the community in environmental landscaping and turf maintenance. The division continues to create safe and aesthetically pleasing recreational facilities for all to enjoy. Please visit https://mygulfport.us/recreation/parks/ for more information.

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