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Bicycle & Pedestrian Safety Workshop
May 9, 2012 at 9:39 AM

Treasure Island -- A Bicycle & Pedestrian Safety Workshop will be held Tuesday, May 15 at 5:30 p.m.
It is happening at the Treasure Island Community Center, 1 Park Place & 106th Avenue.
It will be a 30-minute program covering Florida bicycle laws, traffic crash statistics and...more demographics for bicyclists, and important safety tips for riding in the roadway and on the sidewalk.
All attendees will receive a reflective slap bracelet or reflective backpack, bike/pedestrian law enforcement guide and safety tip bookmarks.
Reservations required.
For more information, contact Jessica Brenner, Outreach Coordinator for Grassroots Pedestrian Campaign at (813) 974-9215 or jlbrenne@cutr.usf.edu
Saint Petersburg, Pinellas Beaches

Dead pit bull found tied down with cement block
May 2, 2012 at 12:55 PM

Treasure Island, Florida - Officials are trying to find out who is responsible for a dead dog found in the Gulf, tied down with a cement block.

The Tampa Bay SPCA says they were contacted by a local fishing guide last week, who found the pit bull in the water, off of Treasure Island....more The animal had been weighed down by the cement block, pictured above.

Pinellas deputies retrieved the animal's body, and started a case file.

SPCA Tampa Bay is offering a $500 reward leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible. If you have information, contact SPCA Tampa Bay at 727-586-3591, ext. 135.

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Gov. Bob Martinez to address Treasure Island forum
Apr 18, 2012 at 12:27 PM

Treasure Island, Florida -- Former Florida Governor Bob Martinez will be the featured guest speaker in a special business owner’s forum of the Treasure Island Vision Stewardship Committee on Tuesday night, April 24 at Treasure Island City Hall.
Gov. Martinez’ talk, entitled “Skin in the...more Game to Win the Future,” will detail community involvement and its positive effect on local business.
The public, as well as Treasure Island property and business owners, is invited to participate in this enriching session of scenarios, collaborations and visioning.
The term “skin in the game” was coined by renowned investor Warren Buffett, referring to a situation in which players use their own money to buy stock in the company they are running.
The forum begins at 6 p.m. Gov. Martinez’ talk follows opening remarks from Treasure Island Mayor Bob Minning.
The third portion of the program is “Vision in Action,” presented by Treasure Island City Manager Reid Silverboard. In this
Pinellas Beaches

Avoid driving, parking hassles with PSTA this weekend
Mar 28, 2012 at 3:40 PM

Pinellas County, Florida -- With Spring Break in full swing, it’s a great time to use PSTA to get to your favorite outing this weekend.
Hop on the Suncoast Beach Trolley to get to any one of the county’s award winning beaches for fun in the sun. Afterwards, you can head out to the...more  Chillounge event at the Treasure Island Community Center Park on Saturday. Festivities start at 6 p.m. and feature parades, refreshments, live music and fireworks. And when the Chillounge wraps up at 11:00 p.m., you’ll still have plenty of time to catch a trolley home.
Meanwhile, in downtown St. Petersburg, you have a choice of 16 PSTA routes along with the Downtown Looper  to get to and from Williams Park where the Backline Music Festival kicks off at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday and features the Grammy nominated band Tonic.
To let PSTA be your chauffeur this weekend, just log on to www.PSTA.net or call the PSTA InfoLine at (727) 540-1900 to plan a trip.
Seminole, Saint Petersburg, Pinellas Beaches, Gulfport

David Cassidy comes to Treasure Island
Mar 28, 2012 at 11:04 AM

Treasure Island, Florida -- When David Cassidy rocks The Club at Treasure Island for a private concert on Friday, April 13, he'll be celebrating his birthday (one day prior on April 12) and the 40th anniversary of his debut solo album, "Cherish" (released in 1972).
He'll also be paying...more tribute to his recently-departed friend, Davy Jones of The Monkees.
"Davy was a great entertainer and even a greater human being," reflected Cassidy. "We were actually supposed to perform together... I, along with thousands of fans, will miss him very much."
David Cassidy is more than just a trailblazing singer, actor, songwriter and guitarist: He's also a cultural symbol for an entire generation of music-lovers, thanks to his portrayal of Keith Partridge in the smash-hit 70s phenomenon, The Partridge Family.
His early rise to fame was something he shared with Davy Jones.
"There's a very short-list of entertainers who understood firsthand what it was like to live through all the
Pinellas Beaches

Chillounge Night comes to Treasure Island
Mar 23, 2012 at 2:18 PM

Treasure Island, Florida -- The Treasure Island Chamber of Commerce is hosting a chill lounge Saturday, March 31, from 6 - 11 p.m., Treasure Island Community Center Park, 1 Park Place & 106th Avenue.
The park will be transformed into an open-air South Beach night club under the stars with...more ultra-chic outdoor furniture.
Entertainment includes live band performances by Act 111 and AJ and the Automatics. Special music by Vanessa Q, and a dazzling runway fashion show presented by Benjamin's Studios.
The event will be catered by The Pearl Restaurant and Bayou Catering.
You can dine under the stars, experience Chillounge's signature Brazilian Samba Parade and conclude the evening with a brilliant fireworks display.
Tickets are now available at the Chamber office, 144 107th Avenue, Treasure Island.
Cost: $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Limited VIP tickets $95 (includes special seating area, complimentary food and drinks).
For more information,
Pinellas Beaches

BayWalk owner presents new vision to city council
Mar 16, 2012 at 9:15 AM
An update on the BayWalk Mall in downtown St. Petersburg was presented to the City Council by owner Bill Edwards at Thursday's meeting.

Official rules: Chillounge Night Treasure Island sweepstakes
Mar 12, 2012 at 7:10 AM


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OFFICIAL RULES 

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Win Chillounge Night Treasure Island tickets
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Treasure Island lane closures start Monday
Mar 1, 2012 at 9:03 PM

Treasure Island -- As a part of the preparatory work in association with the replacement of the Capri and Palms bridges, soil boring work will be completed at the east and west end of each bridge, beginning Monday, March 5.

To accomplish this, a lane closure will be necessary at each...more bridge. Expect to see a drill rig in the road at each bridge end. Necessary barricading and traffic control will be employed.

The schedule for this work is as follows:

Isle of Palms Bridge - Monday, March 5 and Tuesday, March 7 
Isle of Capri Bridge - Wednesday March 7 and Thursday, March 8
Friday, March 9 is reserved as a weather/rain day.

The work schedule may actually take less time depending upon the conditions.

The soil boring contractor, Williams Geotechnical Group, will limit their daily work schedule between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

This work is a necessary step in determining the design of the piling
Pinellas Beaches

New Treasure Island Beach trail designs
Feb 23, 2012 at 12:13 PM

Treasure Island, Fla. -- After a year in the works, Treasure Island moves forward with the next phase of improving the city's nearly mile-long gulf front beach trail.
Completed plans for the trail overhaul project will be unveiled at Special Commission Workshop on Thursday, March 8 at 6...more p.m. in Treasure Island City Hall, 120 108th Avenue.
The public is welcomed to attend and provide comments on the plans.
The trail plans, developed by Graham Booth Landscape Architects of St. Petersburg, feature a winding concrete sidewalk that spans the entire length of the current trail, connecting a series of beach access points, from 119th Avenue southward to 104th Avenue.
Along the trail, showers, native landscaping, trash receptacles, environmental signs and turtle-friendly lighting will mark beach access points.
Built in the mid-1960's, along the city's "Miracle Mile" of hotels and motels, the Treasure Island Beach Trail has remained almost unchanged for over 40
Pinellas Beaches

"Cruise into Fashion" Show
Feb 19, 2012 at 9:50 AM

Treasure Island - The Treasure Islettes is getting ready for their 6th Annual spring fashion show and luncheon fundraiser.  The Treasure Islette's "Cruise Into Fasion" Show is Saturday, March 3, at 11 a.m. featuring apparel courtesy of Macy's.
It's happening at the Treasure Island...more Community Center located at 1 Park Place & 106th Avenue, Treasure Island.
$15 donation includes a social hour at 11 a.m., a noon lunch and fashion show at 1 p.m.
The Treasure Islettes, a women's club founded in 1955, hosts this spring fundraiser, and all proceeds from this event will be used for Treasure Island beautification. Over the years, the Treasure Islettes has donated cash and equipment valued at over $800,000. The club meets September through May at the TI Community Center typically on the 4th Monday of the month at 7 p.m.
For "Cruise Into Fashion" reservations: RSVP Millie Fant (727) 367-1301 or Carol Lee (727) 360-9181.
Pinellas Beaches

Rotary Golf and Tennis Challenge
Feb 14, 2012 at 9:14 AM

Treasure Island - The 13th annual Gulf Beaches Rotary Golf and Tennis Challenge is scheduled for Feb. 23-25 at Treasure Bay Golf & Tennis, 10315 Paradise Blvd., Treasure Island.

Play Glow Golf on Thursday night, watch the St. Petersburg College Women's Tennis Team match on Friday...more afternoon, attend the Silent Auction preview and draw party dinner on Friday night, or join in the Tennis round Robin or Scramble Golf Tournament Saturday morning.

Proceeds benefit the Treasure Bay Juniors Program, Gulf Beaches Rotary Foundations, and the Treasure Island Children's recreation porgrams.

The Rotary Club of the Gulf Beaches meets every Tuesday at noon at The Club, Treasure Island, 400 Treasure Island Causeway.

Guests are welcome to attend these lunch meetings.

For more information, please call Karen Keston at (727) 822-2200 ext. 4.
Pinellas Beaches, Gulfport

Capri Isle Yard Sale
Feb 8, 2012 at 8:24 AM

Treasure Island -- A yard sale on Capri Isle will be held on Saturday, Feb. 11, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Roselli Park and Isle of Capri streets.

There's a $5 registration fee for sellers that can be purchased at the Dollar Store or at the Treasure Island Chamber of Commerce, located...more at 144 107th Avenue, Treasure Island.

Hot dogs, hamburgers and refreshments will be sold at Roselli Park.

Capri Isle Civic Association is accepting donated items to be sold at Roselli Park.

Drop off items at the park on the day of the sale.

For more information call 727- 644-3343
Pinellas Beaches

Election Day is March 13
Feb 5, 2012 at 7:23 AM

Treasure Island -- 2012 is a year in which voters city-wide will elect a mayor.
However, Mayor Bob Minning is unopposed this year, so there is no mayoral election. He will be sworn in for a second 3-year term on March 20, 2012.
Voters in Districts 2 and 4 normally elect a commissioner...more in even-numbered years, and in 2012, there are two candidates running for District 2 commissioner and three candidates running for District 4 commissioner. Therefore, only voters in District 2 and District 4 will be going to the polls on March 13, 2012.
There are no ballot questions this year.
The candidates:
DISTRICT 2 COMMISSIONER
Gail Caldwell and Irving "Butch" Ellsworth
DISTRICT 4 COMMISSIONER
Alan Bildz, Fred Kelsey and Bob Weber
The Districts: 
2012 is a redistricting year.
The boundaries have changed slightly this year, so if you haven't moved since last time you voted in Treasure Island, you may very well be in a different district than
Pinellas Beaches