Category: Government
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Oldsmar approves temporary moratorium on medical marijuana dispensaries
The City of Oldsmar recently joined several Pinellas County communities in agreeing to enact a temporary moratorium on medical marijuana dispensaries and treatment facilities in town. On January 17, the City Council voted on first reading to approve Ordinance 2017-01, which calls for “a temporary moratorium on the establishment and operation of medical marijuana dispensing…
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Gridiron star returns to Oldsmar
Who says you can’t go home again? Artavis Scott, a former Oldsmar Falcon and East Lake High gridiron star whose college team, the Clemson Tigers, recently won the NCAA National Championship in Tampa, was recognized by the Oldsmar City Council last week for his accomplishments both on and off the field. Scott, who was born…
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Oldsmar “still in the hunt” for new Rays stadium
Mayor Doug Bevis recently met with Tampa Bay Rays representatives regarding their plan to build a new baseball stadium in the city, and he said Oldsmar is still in the running for potential stadium sites. When word first got out that Mayor Doug Bevis was serious about bringing the Tampa Bay Rays to Oldsmar, people…
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Naming request leads to lengthy debate between Oldsmar City Council members
The subject of naming properties in the city recently led to a spirited debate between Oldsmar City Council members. The City of Oldsmar is facing a couple of critical losses in 2017, as City Manager Bruce Haddock and Leisure Services Director Lynn Rives will both bid farewell to civic service this year following long and…
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Oldsmar officials okay latest downtown development plan
After several failed attempts, Oldsmar officials recently okayed a new conceptual plan for the city’s downtown development project. City of Oldsmar officials have been trying to bring a multi-faceted, mixed-use complex to the downtown area for more than a decade, only to run into roadblocks ranging from the recession to poor planning and/or direction. But a…
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Greetings from Gabby from the end of the world
Oldsmar City Council member Gabby McGee dares to do what most others won’t, exploring the world and conquering her fears in between her day jobs. On first and third Tuesday of every month, Gabby McGee is typically seated immediately to the right of Mayor Doug Bevis atop the dais in the Oldsmar City Council Chambers.…
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Oldsmar to pull the plug on city’s cable TV channels
The Oldsmar City Council agreed on Tuesday to discontinue the city’s cable TV channels, due to rising costs and lack of viewership, effective March 1. The Oldsmar City Council agreed on Tuesday to discontinue the city’s cable TV channels, due to rising costs and lack of viewership. The move will take effect on March 1,…
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Oldsmar moving forward with painted crosswalk project
The City of Oldsmar could soon receive its second public art installation as the City Council gave the go-ahead to move forward with the proposed painted crosswalk project. The City of Oldsmar could soon receive its second public art installation, as the City Council gave the go-ahead earlier this week to move forward with the…
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Longstanding partnership continues with 2016 Safety Harbor Holiday Parade
Oldsmar’s longstanding partnership with neighboring city Safety Harbor includes the annual Mayor’s Breakfast as well as officials’ participation in the traditional Safety Harbor Holiday Parade. Oldsmar has enjoyed a longstanding partnership with its neighboring city Safety Harbor, dating back to collaborations between then mayor Jim Ronecker and current Safety Harbor Mayor Andy Steingold that include…
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Unsung artist recreates iconic Oldsmar chairs
Unassuming woodcarver Ray Poynor of Odessa recently presented the Oldsmar Chair Project, a recreation of the city’s iconic Adirondack chairs made from a century-old slab of native heart pine wood. Woodcarver Ray Poynor doesn’t believe in seeking credit for his work. The Odessa resident has created a wide variety of items over the years, including…