Resiliency
Making our community more resilient means managing our resources responsibly and reducing our vulnerability to threats like flooding and hurricanes.
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Resiliency Program
The Resiliency Program, a division of the Office of Fleet and Asset Management, strives to make Pinellas County more resilient to current vulnerabilities and future conditions and to promote the wise use of resources through internal governmental practices and external community services.
Learn MoreNews
- News October 22, 2025 Volunteers, sponsors sought for Cross Bayou/Joe’s Creek Cleanup
- News October 20, 2025 Apply for the Pinellas People First Hurricane Recovery Programs
- News October 13, 2025 Pinellas People First Hurricane Recovery Programs opening Oct. 20
- News September 12, 2025 Pinellas County begins beach nourishment project
- Story September 8, 2025 Solid Waste disposal fees to increase in 2025
Events
View All EventsBusiness Electronics & Chemical Collection Event
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s Business Electronic and Chemical Collection Events occur on the second Wednesday of every month from 9:00am to 4:00pm….
Household Chemical Collection at HHW North
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s collection for household chemicals. Located at HHW North, 29582 U.S. 19 N., Clearwater. Visit the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)…
Pinellas County Solid Waste Disposal Complex Tour
About this event There’s no such place as away! Join us to find out what happens to your garbage when you throw…
Household Chemical Collection at HHW North
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s collection for household chemicals. Located at HHW North, 29582 U.S. 19 N., Clearwater. Visit the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)…
Projects
View All ProjectsResilient Pinellas Plan
Pinellas County’s Resilient Pinellas Action Plan, completed in 2023, will guide the County’s resiliency initiatives for years to come. Based on a…
Pinellas Trail North Gap – Lake Tarpon Outfall Canal Bridge
Project Description Project complete. The project generally consisted of a paved 12-foot-wide surface with 2-foot-wide unpaved shoulders on both sides. However, in…
Flood Vulnerability Assessment
Overview Pinellas County is ready to face the unprecedented challenge in the coming decades of adapting to new flood patterns. Flooding from…
Flood Mitigation Action Plan
Overview Pinellas County is developing a countywide Flood Mitigation Action Plan (FMAP) to make the county more resilient to the increasing impacts…
Programs
View All ProgramsSmall Quantity Generator Program
All counties in Florida are required by the legislature to establish and implement a Small Quantity Generator (SQG) notification and verification program…
Clean Marina Program
Boater Benefits The Clean Marina Program helps boaters protect waterways and marine life from pollution. Participating boaters and marina staff learn: How…
Air Quality Program
Pinellas County’s Air Quality Program is dedicated to preserving, protecting and enhancing our local air quality for the health and welfare of…
Pinellas County joins American Flood Coalition
As a part of Pinellas County’s commitment to reducing flooding and making the county more resilient — or able to withstand or......
Pinellas County Green Infrastructure
Pinellas County Green Infrastructure printable flyer including green versus gray infrastructure, and benefits...
Flood Vulnerability Assessment
Overview Pinellas County is ready to face the unprecedented challenge in the coming decades of adapting to new flood patterns. Flooding from......
Creative Pinellas
Creative Pinellas fosters and sustains a vibrant, inclusive and collaborative arts community across Pinellas County by providing support, connection and opportunities to......
Solid Waste and Animal Services Partnership: Pet Supply Donation Drive
In July, the departments of Solid Waste (DSW) and Animal Services teamed up for a pet supply donation drive! The donated supplies......
Green Business Partnership
Looking to prioritize green business initiatives and sustainability for your business? Pinellas County has developed the Green Business Partnership, a voluntary assessment offered......
Joe’s Creek Restoration and Greenway Trail
Project Overview Pinellas County envisions Joe’s Creek corridor as a significant opportunity to enhance the character of the surrounding neighborhoods by: The......
2021-22 Waste Composition Study
Pinellas County Department of Solid Waste 2021-22 Waste Composition Study...
Annual update of local hazard mitigation strategy plan complete
Pinellas County, its municipal partners and other stakeholders have updated this year’s Pinellas County local hazard mitigation strategy (LMS). The LMS is......
Living Shorelines Program
Protect Your Property & Help the Environment Living shorelines use natural elements such as oyster reefs, marsh grasses and mangroves to protect......