New Municipal Parking Available on the Sponge Docks

Thanks to residents voting in favor of a referendum in November to purchase property on the Sponge Docks, the City has constructed a new municipal parking lot at the west end of the Docks at the intersection of Roosevelt Blvd. and Hill St. The free parking lot contains about 45 spaces, and opened just before Epiphany weekend.
 
Voice Your Thoughts on the Future of Greektown

The City is developing a resident-driven visioning plan for Greektown and is holding two public meetings on Tuesday, Feb. 12, both at Rusty Bellies Waterfront Grill, 937 Dodecanese Blvd. The first session is 9-11 am and the second is 6-8 pm. The sessions are identical. The meetings will be collaborative, with participants working in groups to create their vision for placemaking, public spaces, historical and cultural preservation, and accessibility and mobility. The City encourages residents to attend and provide their input into the future plan of Greektown.
St. Pete College To Open Workforce Innovation Hub
St. Pete College is opening the Chris Sprowls Workforce Innovation Hub at its Tarpon Springs campus on Klosterman Rd. A grand opening is scheduled Tuesday, Feb. 20, 11:30 am-2 pm. The 10,000 sq. ft. hub will help bridge the workforce gap to align with technological advances that industries require of graduates. The center provides access to high-wage careers and strengthens relationships with area employers, as well as providing entrepreneurs workspace and equipment to bring their ideas to reality.
Welcome New Business: Burgers and Beignets
A combination storefront and food truck restaurant has opened at 543 N. Pinellas Ave. Burgers and Beignets offers pressed Cubans and empanadas in the restaurant, and smash burgers, french fries, and beignets from the food truck. The business is open Tuesdays through Saturdays, 11 am-6:30 pm and until 8:30 pm Friday and Saturday.
Drainage, Road Improvements Begin at S. Spring/MLK
The intersection at S. Spring Blvd. and W. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. will be closed through March as construction begins on drainage and roadway improvements. The upgrades will mitigate sea level rise and frequent flooding by raising the intersection elevation, and installing new storm drains and storm water check valves. The project also includes geometric intersection improvements for better traffic flow, driver visibility, and pedestrian safety.
Tarpon Springs February Events and Festivals
Enjoy these events in February, and explore Tarpon Arts for performing arts shows and cultural attractions.


Visit ExploreTarponSprings.com for citywide events and tourism information.
Available Properties
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