New Port Richey Mayor Rob Marlowe in his weekly blog about events and happenings around town. This week he’s talking about the upcoming grand opening of Sims Park and new businesses opening around the area.
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New Port Richey to Add Kayak Launch at Frances Avenue Park
New Port Richey City Council unanimously approved a bid to construct a kayak launch at Frances Avenue Park along Lousiana Avenue. The total construction cost is $46,828. Frances Avenue Park offers access to the Pithlachascotee River, with six miles of navigable river area. Kayakers would have the ability to navigate upriver from Frances Avenue to […]
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Sims Park Grand Re-Opening – January 30, 2016
New Port Richey, Florida – The City of New Port Richey is proud to announce the grand re-opening of the historical Sims Park, located in downtown New Port Richey, on Saturday, January 30, 2016 from 12:30 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. The festivities kickoff with the Gulf High School Jazz Band followed by the ribbon cutting […]
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Additional Parking Restrictions go into Effect May 18, 2016
New Port Richey City Council late last year approved a new parking ordinance to go into effect on May 18, 2016. The new ordinance prohibits parking on grass in the “front or side yards” of a property. The restrictions do not apply to Recreational Vehicles, watercraft, or trailers. Two-week temporary parking permits (two allowed per […]
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New Port Richey City Council Approves First Vote to Ban Downtown “Convenience Stores”
New Port Richey council members voted unanimously Tuesday to approve Ordinance #2015-2075, prohibiting convenience stores from opening in the “downtown zoning district.” The “district” covers a large portion of New Port Richey’s downtown, from Madison Avenue to West of US19. The ordinance appears to be aimed at the Main Street Food Mart, located directly across from […]
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Interested in Running for City Council? Here’s How to Qualify
Qualifying to Run for City Council New Port Richey, Florida — The City Municipal Election will be held on Tuesday, April 12, 2016. All registered voters of the City of New Port Richey will have the opportunity to elect two persons to serve on the City Council. Both city council members shall be elected for […]
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Gulf Middle Holds Contest for “Grand Gardens” Signage
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL (Dec. 21, 2015) – Students at Gulf Middle School played a role in the creation of the new sign to be installed at the Grand Gardens in New Port Richey. Members and participants of the community and the East Madison Growers Association celebrated the opening of the Grand Gardens on Grand […]
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Sims Park Overhaul Enters Final Stages
The Suncoast News reports that the renovations to Sims Park are nearing completion. A grand opening celebration is planned for January 30.
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Hacienda Redevelopment Likely to Overrun Costs
New Port Richey City Councilors learned Tuesday that the Hacienda reconstruction is likely to cost significantly more than originally expected. In a bid approval vote on Saturday night, City Economic Development Director, told the Council about increased project costs associated with additional damaged found to the building by contractors and architects. Among the damage is “spalding” […]
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Utility Work to Close Madison Street at Missouri
Advisory: Utility Work @ Madison Street & Missouri Avenue beginning Dec 15th at 8:00AM. At this time this intersection will be closed and detours set up Utility Work at Madison Street & Missouri Avenue New Port Richey, Florida – The City will be conducting sanitary sewer work at the intersection of Madison St & Missouri […]
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Marine Parkway Closed for Repairs
New Port Richey, Florida – On Tuesday, December 8, 2015, the City of New Port Richey’s Public Works Department will begin road repairs along Marine Parkway from Camelia Drive to 200 feet east of Hemlock Drive. As a result of the repairs, this section of Marine Parkway will be closed to all vehicular traffic. Detours […]
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Councilman Bill Phillips to Resign in 2016, Run for County Commission Against Mariano
According to an article from the Suncoast News, New Port Richey Deputy Mayor (and Council member) Bill Phillips will resign in “early 2016” in order to pursue a campaign for County Commission Seat 5, running against current Commissioner Jack Mariano. Phillips, 58, was re-elected unopposed last Spring to the City Council and was appointed by […]
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Road Repairs Close Main Street West of US19
New Port Richey, Florida – The City of New Port Richey’s Public Works Department will be milling and overlaying the road from US 19 at Main Street to the west of the intersection for approximately 200 feet on Saturday, December 5, 2015. As a result of the repairs, the west side of Main Street will […]
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Grand Opening of the Grand Gardens in New Port Richey Draws Interest
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL (Nov. 18, 2015) – Members and participants of the community and the East Madison Growers Association held a ribbon cutting in early November celebrating the opening of the new Grand Gardens on Grand Boulevard in New Port Richey (5721 Grand Blvd., NPR). The project is being developed through funding and support […]
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Green Commerce Association Hosts ‘Organic’ Holiday Food Drive
The Green Commerce Association teams with other Community Organizations for first Organic Food Drive in New Port Richey Highest quality food for less fortunate neighbors The Green Commerce Association is sponsoring the first organic food drive in New Port Richey. Folks are asked to contribute certified USDA organic food (cans and boxes only) for distribution to low-income, […]
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Reminder: New Port Richey Cleanup Day this Saturday
New Port Richey Public Works will be conducting its bi-annual “Neighborhood Fall Clean-Up” on Saturday, November 21st between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. This is the larger of the City’s two annual cleanup events where volunteer crews will be scheduled to go through designated neighborhoods to pick up trash, brush, and other unwanted items including hazardous […]
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Editorial: New Port Richey Votes to Limit Homeless Feeding in Park, Forgets Enforcement Issues
Council members voted 4-1 Tuesday night to approve an ordinance that would restrict public “feedings,” specifically of homeless people, to twice a year by any individual or organization. Those two feedings allowed each year would also require a permit that costs $50 for city residents and $75 for non-city residents. Violators can face a fine of […]
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Three Blighted Properties Demolished in New Port Richey
New Port Richey crews demolished three properties in the last two weeks: Each of the three blighted properties demolished fell under the City’s “Slum and Blight” ordinance. Under the City’s ordinance, if a structure meets one or more of seven criteria, the structure can be designated as “blight” and ordered demolished. All of the criteria relate […]
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New Port Richey Fall Cleanup Day on Saturday, November 21
New Port Richey Public Works will be conducting its bi-annual “Neighborhood Fall Clean-Up” on Saturday, November 21st between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. This is the larger of the City’s two annual cleanup events where volunteer crews will be scheduled to go through designated neighborhoods to pick up trash, brush, and other unwanted items including hazardous […]
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New Port Richey Rotary Recognizes Marchman Technical College Students
New Port Richey, FL (Nov. 4 2015) – The Rotary Club of New Port Richey honored outstanding Marchman Technical College students Jose’ Rodriguez and Louis Clark with a Certificate of Achievement and a monetary gift at a regular luncheon meeting in October. Jose’ Rodriguez, August Student of the Month, is a second year student in […]
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Suncoast Target in Odessa to Close January 30th
Target announced that 13 stores around the US will close on January 30, 2016. Among them is the Suncoast Pasco County “Super Target” store in Odessa, just west of the Suncoast Parkway. The store opened in 2006. The decision to close the stores was made after “consideration of the long-term financial performance of a particular […]
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NPR Might Scale Back Recreation Center Upgrades
The Suncoast News reports that the Recreation Center upgrades planned by New Port Richey may be scaled back.
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Intersection of Congress at Louisiana to Remain Closed Through November 2nd
New Port Richey officials extended the closure of Congress Street at Louisiana Avenue until next week after delays due to recent rains. The paving of Congress Street and Louisiana Avenue has been delayed until November 2, 2015 due to the rain events this week. The current road closure will remain at the intersection. Detours will […]
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Plathe Road Paving Complete, Speeding Problems Begin
New Port Richey announced that the paving of Plathe Road was completed at the end of last week. Asphalt was laid to smooth a new entrance to the southern side of the City over a formerly dirt road that had developed deep grooves and potholes and generated complaints for years. Pasco County had previously been […]
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Suncoast Women in Networking Celebrate 30 Years
Port Richey, FL (Oct. 29, 2015) – Last month, Suncoast Women in Networking (WIN) held an anniversary party celebrating the networking group’s 30th year. It was held at Cheryl Lee’s Family Restaurant in Port Richey. Myrtle Masten, secretary of the club and DJ for the event, planned and presented an Era Party. Members and guests […]
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“Grand Gardens” to Host Grand Opening on November 7th, 2-4 PM
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL (Oct. 26, 2015) – Members and participants of the community and the East Madison Growers Association gathered in September to break ground for the new Grand Gardens on Grand Boulevard in New Port Richey. The project is being developed through funding and support from Friendship Farms & Fare, Nature Coast Real […]
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Plathe Road to be Paved October 19th
New Port Richey Officials said Friday that Plathe road is scheduled to be paved on Monday, October 19th. The road, which leads west from Rowan Road near Cotee River Elementary, has been unpaved and in poor condition for many years. Recently, the City entered into an interlocal agreement with Pasco County to take over ownership […]
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New Port Richey Offering Tours of Historic Hacienda Hotel
New Port Richey, Florida – The City of New Port Richey, in conjunction with the Friends of the Hacienda and the West Pasco Historical Society, is pleased to announce that it will offer the public a tour of the historic Hacienda Hotel located at 5621 Main Street in New Port Richey on Saturday, October 24, […]
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City of New Port Richey Launches Home Improvement Reimbursement Grant
New Port Richey, Florida – The City of New Port Richey’s Development Department is pleased to announce a new program to help residents repair and improve the exterior of their homes. The Home Improvement Reimbursement Grant (HIRG) Program will provide up to $5,000 in dollar-for-dollar matching funds to eligible homeowners. Reimbursement grants can cover up […]
Read MoreNew Port Richey Tightens Public Alcohol Consumption Ordinance
The Tampa Bay Times reports that New Port Richey City Council voted 3-1 to redefine which properties and areas of properties, including public spaces, will allow for consumption of alcohol.
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