| State Small Business Credit Initiative Offers $142 Million for Small Businesses Announced January 27, SSBCI will provide up to $142 million through five programs serving small businesses, start ups, and non-profits. Administered through the Dept. of Economic Opportunity, funds may be used for start-up costs, franchise fees, procurement, equipment, inventory, and purchase, construction, renovation or tenant improvements of an eligible place of business. For more information, sign up for updates on SSBCI funding opportunities. |
Welcome New Businesses: Liberty Health Sciences and DogEdin Republic DogEdin is a specialized dog training and boarding facility located at 136 E. Oakwood St. Owner Andrea Bolender and her team offer board and train, in-home, and exclusive services including field trip training. They are members of the International Association of Canine Professionals. Liberty Health Sciences opened in January at 41680 US Hwy 19, just south of Lowe’s. The medical cannabis dispensary is a subsidiary of AYR Wellness and operates nationwide with more than 50 locations in Florida.  |
CoHatch Brings New Concept to Downtown The Board of Commissioners in January gave final approvals for CoHatch, a business that is bringing co-working space, private offices, meeting and event venues, and a restaurant to the building at 121 E. Tarpon Ave. The owners also are adding on a two-story 6,500 sq. ft. rear addition that includes an outdoor patio/bar as an extension of the restaurant. The restaurant, Made Whole, will feature a Mediterranean menu. Construction and renovations will begin soon for an expected opening of early 2024. |
Coming Soon: Hacienda Corralejo Mexican RestaurantMore international cuisine is coming to Athens Street on the Sponge Docks. Hacienda Corralejo is opening soon at 459 Athens St. The owners are renovating the interior from the previous Italian theme, and expected to open within the next month. The new restaurant will offer traditional, authentic Mexican fare including signature margaritas. |
City Exploring New CRA in Central Tarpon Springs Community Redevelopment Areas (CRA) are an economic development tool to revitalize areas of a City. The Downtown CRA has seen economic growth and new businesses since it was created in 2000. The City is exploring the feasibility of creating a new CRA in Central Tarpon Springs and is hosting informational meetings along with online engagement activities through ConnectTarponSprings to gauge resident opinions and input. |
Barge Arrives at Anclote River; Dredging Operations to BeginBarges and equipment are arriving and dredging operations are expected to begin in February on the Anclote River Federal Channel Inner Cuts (the area between Alt. 19 and the Gulf). Dredging of the Extended Turn Basin (the area north of the City Marina) will start upon completion of the Inner Cuts dredge. The federal dredge of the “Outer Cuts” near Anclote Key is expected to begin in 2024. |
Tarpon Springs February Events and Festivals Enjoy shows and performances with TarponArts, and enjoy these city festivals and events:Sunset Beach Concert, Thursday, February 3First Friday, Friday, February 3Second Saturday Market, Saturday, February 11Fenders for First Responders Car Show, Saturday, Feb. 18Movies in the Park, Saturday, Feb. 18Wine Walk, Saturday, Feb. 18Touch a Truck and Open House, Saturday, Feb. 25Visit ExploreTarponSprings.com for citywide events and tourism information. |
| Available Properties Click below for current listings of available commercial properties in the city.Properties for LeaseProperties for Sale |
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