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Pinellas Citizen University Begins New Session April 15
Ever wonder how county government works, and what goes on behind the scenes in the various departments that provide local services? more>>

Utilities Director Announces Retirement
Tom Crandall, director of Pinellas County Utilities, has announced his retirement, effective May 21, 2010. Crandall has more than 15 years of service with the county. more>>

Emergency Home Energy Assistance Gets Additional Funding
Pinellas County Health and Human Services announced today that the department is receiving $40,000 in additional funding for their Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program for seniors. more>>

Radio Show Addresses Tax Prep
Are you ready for tax season? Do you know about the Earned Income Tax Credit? Learn the answers to these questions and more as we discuss preparing for tax season Thursday, March 11, from 10:30 to 11 a.m. on There’s No Place Like Home, the radio show sponsored by the Housing Finance Authority of Pinellas County. more>>

Citizens Weigh in on County Budget
The Pinellas County Commission hosted 97 citizens at the first of three Public Budget Meetings on March 3 at Palm Harbor University High School. The meeting was the first in a series of outreach efforts, during which commissioners hope to receive feedback from citizens about the budget. The county is looking at a $60 million reduction in the fiscal year 2011 budget, which begins Oct. 1, 2010. more>>

Coyotes Active This Time of Year
With late winter comes the arrival of coyote breeding season. This also means that coyote activity is on the rise. Recent reports of aggressive coyote behavior toward larger dogs is evidence that residents should be aware of the potential threat posed by these animals. more>>

Incentives Save Energy
Residents can find out about new state and federal financial incentives designed to promote energy efficiency in area homes and businesses. more>>

Census Forms are on the Way … and So May Be the Scammers
In March, the 2010 Census forms will be delivered to every residence in the United States and Puerto Rico. Pinellas County Justice and Consumer Services Department advises residents to be on the alert for scammers that may use this opportunity to trick you into giving them your personal information. more>>