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City Commission Meeting - May 16, 2022
Public Works Week May 15 – 21, 2022
At Monday night’s City Commission Meeting, the Mayor and City Commission recognized May 15 through May 21, 2022, as Public Works Week recognizing the contributions that public works personnel make to our health, safety, comfort, and quality of life each and every day.
Please join us in celebrating the Safety Harbor Public Works Department!
Pictured L to R – James Ryan, Streets/Stormwater Supervisor; Pasquale Carelli, Water/Wastewater Foreman; Sherry Kennedy, Sanitation Supervisor; Renee Cooper, Public Works Director; and Mayor Ayoub
Wes Elliott, Library - Years of Service Award
Please join us in congratulating Mr. Wes Elliott who was recognized at Monday night’s City Commission meeting for completing 25 years of service at City of Safety Harbor!
Congrats, Wes, and thank you for your years of dedication, devotion, and service to the City, to your co-workers, and the citizens!
Pictured L to R – Wes Elliott and Mayor Ayoub
Christopher Palmieri Employee of the Quarter – 1st Quarter 2022
Congratulations to Wes Elliott from the Library for being named the Christopher Palmieri Employee of the Quarter - 1st Quarter 2022. Wes was recognized at the May 16, 2022, City Commission Meeting and was nominated by his co-workers for being the “go-to guy,” reliable, dedicated, and always taking the initiative to help out whenever needed. Way to go, Wes!
The Christopher Palmieri Employee of the Quarter Program was established in June of 2018 in memory of City Employee, District Chief Chris Palmieri. Throughout the year, we remember our friend and co-worker, and the example he set as a positive and committed employee of the City of Safety Harbor, which is the true meaning behind our Employee of the Quarter Program.
Pictured L to R – Wes Elliott and Mayor Ayoub
City Commission Meeting - May 2, 2022
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Proclamation
At the May 2, 2022, City Commission meeting, the Mayor and Commissioners recognized May 2022 as Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate the many contributions of Americans who are of Asian and Pacific Islander descent representing more than 20 million Americans across the United States.
Pictured L to R – Diversity Advisory Board Chair Lewis Ponds, Jr. and Mayor Ayoub
Mental Health Awareness Month Proclamation
The Mayor and City Commission recognized May 2022 as Mental Health Awareness month in an effort to call upon the citizens, government agencies, public and private institutions, businesses, and schools in Safety harbor to recommit our community to increasing awareness and understanding of mental health and the steps our citizens can take to shine a light on mental illness, fight stigma, provide support, educate the public, and advocate for equal care.
Pictured L to R – Recreation Superintendent and Strategic Planning Health Committee Member – FRPA Shannon Schafer and Mayor Ayoub
Recognition of Sri Chinmoy Oneness–Home Peace Run Day
At the May 2, 2022, City Commission Meeting, the Mayor and Commissioners recognized May 4, 2022, as Sri Chinmoy Oneness–Home Peace Run Day to help promote international friendship, understanding, and world harmony through support of the global Peace Run and participation in the holding of the Peace Torch.
Mayor Ayoub Appointed VP/Treasurer
of the Mayor's Council of Pinellas County
Congratulations to Mayor Ayoub on his appointment to VP/Treasurer of the Mayor’s Council of Pinellas County on May 4, 2022!
Pictured L to R – St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch, Largo Mayor Woody Brown, Mayor Joe Ayoub, County Commissioner Renee Flowers, and South Pasadena Mayor Arthur Penny
Professional Municipal Clerks Week
The Mayor and City Commission recognized May 1 through May 7, 2022 as Professional Municipal Clerks Week, sponsored by the Internal Institute of Municipal Clerks to recognize the vital role and contributions City Clerks provide in serving local government and their communities.
Pictured – The City Clerks of Pinellas County at the Mayor’s Luncheon on May 4, 2022. Safety Harbor City Clerk Rachael Telesca pictured center right.
City Commission Meeting - April 18, 2022
Paul Henderson, Fleet Mechanic - Years of Service Award
Please join us in congratulating Mr. Paul Henderson who was recognized at last night’s City Commission meeting for completing 5 years of service at City of Safety Harbor!
Congrats, Paul, and thank you for your years of dedication, devotion, and service to the City, to your co-workers, and the citizens!
Pictured L to R – Paul Henderson, Public Works, and Mayor Ayoub
Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council Recognition
At the April 18, 2022, City Commission Meeting, the Mayor and Commissioners recognized by proclamation the 60th anniversary of the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council and their significant contributions over the last six decades to the quality of life for Tampa Bay region residents by providing a forum to foster communication, coordination, and collaboration in identifying and addressing issues and needs regionally.
Pictured L to R – Commissioner Diaz, Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council Board Member, and Mayor Ayoub
Junior Mayor Macey T.
At the April 18, 2022, City Commission meeting, Macey T. was sworn in by Mayor Ayoub as Junior Mayor for the months of April and May 2022.
The City of Safety Harbor recognized Macey for her volunteer efforts in cleaning up Safety Harbor and creating a safer and healthier environment for residents, visitors, animal and marine life in their community.
Way to go, Junior Mayor T!
Safety Harbor Supports Safe Streets Pinellas
At the April 18, 2022, City Commission Meeting, the Mayor and Commissioners adopted a resolution supporting Safe Streets Pinellas, a vison zero effort to eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries on the Pinellas Transportation Network. The City is committed to working with Forward Pinellas and partner agencies to identify and implement projects and programs that reduce the potential for serious traffic injuries and fatalities by taking a safe systems approach where feasible and appropriate.
Pictured L to R – Safety Harbor Commissioner Merz, Forward Pinellas Board Member; Whit Blanton, Executive Director of Forward Pinellas; Joanne “Cookie” Kennedy, Indian Rocks Beach Mayor and Forward Pinellas Chair; and Mayor Ayoub.
City Commission Meeting - April 4, 2022
First Presbyterian Church of Safety Harbor Celebrates Centennial Anniversary
At the April 4, 2022, City Commission Meeting, the Mayor and City Commission presented First Presbyterian Church of Safety Harbor staff with a proclamation declaring April 1, 2022, as First Presbyterian Church of Safety Harbor Day and congratulated them on celebrating 100 years of serving our community.
Thank you for your service to the Safety Harbor Community!
National Library Week Proclamation
At the April 4, 2022, City Commission Meeting, the Mayor and Commission recognized the week of April 3rd through April 9th 2022 as National Library Week to encourage all residents to obtain a library card and to connect with their local Library.
Pictured are members of the Library Advisory Committee, Library Foundation, Friends of the Library, and Library Staff along with Mayor Ayoub.
North Pinellas Women's Club Day Support National Prevent Child Abuse Month
The City of Safety Harbor City Commission recognized April 4, 2022, as North Pinellas Women’s Club Day to recognize their support of National Prevent Child Abuse Month and to express gratitude for their continued effort in making Safety Harbor and Pinellas County better for all citizens.
Pictured are members of the General Federation of Women’s Club (GFWC), Junior GFWC, Members of Rotary and Kiwanis, and Mayor Ayoub.
Gary Marshall, Assistant Finance Director - Years of Service Award
Please join us in congratulating Mr. Gary Marshall who was recognized at last night’s City Commission meeting for completing 10 years of service at City of Safety Harbor!
Congrats, Gary, and thank you for your years of dedication, devotion, and service to the City, your co-workers, and the citizens!
Pictured left to right are Stacey Marshall (Gary’s wife), Gary Marshall (Finance), and Mayor Ayoub
Kathy Howell, Accounting Assistant - Years of Service Award
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Kathy Howell who was recognized at last night’s City Commission meeting for completing 10 years of service at City of Safety Harbor!
Congrats, Kathy, and thank you for your years of dedication, devotion, and service to the City, your co-workers, and the citizens!
Pictured left to right are John Howell (Kathy’s Husband), Kathy Howell (Finance), and Mayor Ayoub
City Manager Spoor Receives 2022 Home Rule Hero Award
Please join us in congratulating Safety Harbor City Manager Matthew Spoor for receiving the Florida League of Cities 2022 Home Rule Hero Award. City Manager Spoor was recognized for his hard work and advocacy efforts during the 2022 Legislative Session. City Manager Spoor worked tirelessly throughout the session to promote local voices making local choices, protecting the Home Rule powers of Florida’s municipalities, and advancing the League’s legislative agenda.
Congratulations, CM Spoor, and thank you for being Safety Harbor’s Home Rule Hero!
Pictured left to right are Commissioner Steingold, Vice Mayor Besore, City Manager Spoor, Mayor Ayoub, Commissioner Diaz, and Commissioner Merz.
City Commission Meeting - March 7, 2022
Safety Harbor Celebrates 95th Anniversary as a Commission-Manager Form of Government
City of Clearwater’s Assistant City Manager and past Florida City and County Management Association (FCCMA) Past President, Micah Maxwell, presented the City of Safety Harbor with a certificate celebrating 2022 as our 95th year as a Commission-Manager form of government.
Congratulations, Safety Harbor!
Pictured L to R – City Manager Matthew Spoor, Clearwater Assistant Manager Micah Maxwell, and Mayor Ayoub
2021 Firefighter of the Year – City of Safety Harbor
Congratulations to Firefighter/Paramedic Andrew Portale on being chosen City of Safety Harbor’s 2021 Firefighter of the Year.
Well deserved, FF/PM Portale and thank you for your service to the Safety Harbor Community.
Pictured – FF/PM Andrew Portale (center) with Family and Mayor Ayoub.
The City Commission recognized and awarded the 2021 Love My City Photo Contest winners at the March 7, 2022, Commission meeting. From the 6 First Place photos, the Commission chose the First Place Sunrise/Sunset photo by Kevin Moore as the Best in Show winner.
Thank you to the Safety Harbor Public Art Committee for your time and careful consideration in choosing the First-Place winners.
Congratulations to:
Fred Brisard – First Place in 2 categories: Thriving Downtown and Special Events & Programs
Kevin Moore – First Place in 2 categories: Sunrise/Sunset and Parks & Landmarks
Holly Apperson – First Place in Nature & Wildlife
Jacqueline Faust – First Place in Love My City
National Women's History Month
At the March 7th City Commission Meeting, the Mayor and Commissioners recognized March, 2022 as National Women’s History Month to celebrate the countless women who have contributed to the growth and development of Safety Harbor, individual communities, the broader region, and our world.
Pictured L to R – Diversity Advisory Board Vice-Chair Sandra Mejicano, Mayor Ayoub, and Recreation Program Coordinator Donna Mack
Irish American Heritage Month
At the March 7th City Commission meeting, the Mayor and Commissioners presented the Florida Irish American Heritage Association with a proclamation declaring March, 2022 as Irish American Heritage Month.
Pictured L to R – Florida Irish American Heritage Chair Sean Denny, Division President Diego Pestana, and Mayor Ayoub