The City Commission recently approved an ordinance that provides for uniform hours for all days of the week regarding alcohol sales. Effective May 2, the City allows alcohol sales from 8 a.m.-2 a.m. each day of the week, including Sunday. Have a comment? Send an e-mail.
Duckworth Steel Boats Launches Vessel
Tarpon Springs’ Duckworth Steel Boats recently completed construction of the $6 million W. T. Hogarth research vessel for the Florida Institute of Oceanography at USF. The 78-foot vessel will be used by universities and research agencies across the state studying marine science.
City Issues RFP for New Development
The City is seeking redevelopment of a vacant lot Downtown in the 100 block of E. Tarpon Ave. A Request for Proposals (RFP) can be found on the Demand Star website. Proposals are due Thursday, July 13. Questions or comments can be directed to Cathy Morgan, Procurement Services, cmorgan@ctsfl.us.
Wendy’s Constructing New Restaurant
You may noticed the Wendy’s on US 19 has disappeared, but soon it will be replaced by a more modern, updated Wendy’s. The company is undergoing a brand revitalization and upgrading its buildings to a new design and layout. The restaurant should re-open in about four months.
Doing Business with Barbados
The fifth biennial “Barbados Comes to Tampa Bay,” showcasing business, investment opportunities, food, and culture is being held June 9-11 at Innisbrook Resort. A Business Forum is slated for 8 a.m. Friday, June 9 and is an opportunity to explore common areas of interest for doing business with Barbados. It is free and open to the public and will be attended by representatives from the Barbados Industrial Development Corp., Commerce and Small Business Development, and Minister of Industry, among others. Click here for a full schedule of activities.
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