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Pinellas County’s largest park, Fort De Soto, consists of 1,136 acres of interconnected islands (keys) that are home to a diverse system of plant and wildlife.
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Pinellas County News
With hurricane season underway, Pinellas County Emergency Management is encouraging residents with qualifying needs to register now for the Special Needs Evacuation...
- June 3, 2026 Signature youth event connects future with past at Heritage Village
- June 1, 2026 Pinellas County Emergency Management shares three key steps as hurricane season begins
- May 29, 2026 Pinellas County and Army Corps of Engineers sign for beach nourishment
- May 28, 2026 County’s rainy season fertilizer restrictions take effect
Pinellas County Spotlight
Help our Board adopt out local pets
Commissioners and K-9s are teaming up to promote pet adoption. In this photo, Nowicki and K-9 Holland check out the waves on the seawall at Vinoy Park. See all the adoptable dogs at our Animal Center.
Applications now open for People First Hurricane Recovery Programs
Pinellas County is taking applications for five programs funded by a CDBG-DR grant to help residents recover from hurricanes Milton, Helene and Idalia. Visit the Pinellas Recovers website to learn more.
Stage III "Extreme" Water Shortage Order
Severe drought conditions and declining water supplies have led Southwest Florida Water Management District to place Pinellas County under a Modified Stage III “Extreme” Water Shortage Order. It is critical that we all conserve water. Find our current watering schedule and guidance.
Boards, Councils, & Committees and Special Districts
Learn more about Pinellas County’s Commission-appointed boards, councils and committees and the service opportunities available through them.
Find information on Special Districts, local government units created for specialized purposes and services.
Pinellas County Projects
Pinellas County is always working on projects to preserve and improve infrastructure, support our economy and meet the needs of the public. See all of our major projects.
Interested in beach nourishment projects? See our Coastal Management page.
County Ordinances
Can I let my dog or cat run free in Pinellas County? Can I use an e-bike on the Pinellas Trail? How often do I have to mow my grass in Pinellas County?
The answers to these and other questions can be found in the Pinellas County Code of Ordinances, which is maintained by and available on the Municode website.
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- June 4, 2026, 8:30 am Mobile Medical Unit – Salvation Army ARC
- June 4, 2026, 6:30 pm Unified Personnel Board Meeting – CANCELED
- June 5, 2026, 8:30 am Mobile Medical Unit – Salvation Army One Stop
- June 5, 2026, 9:30 am Joint Board of County Commissioners’ Roundtable – Pinellas/Hillsborough/Pasco Counties