Mayor Karen Love reflects on the unity and kindness shown during difficult times and shares five simple ways Gulfport residents can strengthen their sense of community. She encourages everyone to practice common courtesies, including keeping sidewalks clear, yielding to pedestrians, properly disposing of litter, picking up after pets, and keeping dogs leashed.
Mayor Karen Love reminds Gulfport residents that many hurricane preparedness supplies are now tax-exempt year-round in Florida, including batteries, fire extinguishers, generators, tarps, sunscreen, and insect repellent. She encourages residents to prepare early for hurricane season and shares resources for finding the complete list of eligible items.
Mayor Karen Love discusses Gulfport’s water quality testing, highlighting routine testing at three locations and new beach signs with QR codes linking residents and visitors to current results. She also reminds residents that this week’s City Council meeting will be on Thursday evening (9/3/2026) instead of tonight.
Mayor Karen Love explains how mosquito control is handled in Gulfport, emphasizing that Pinellas County is responsible for mosquito abatement and treatment. She outlines recent mosquito control efforts, explains how treatment locations are determined, and provides contact information for residents experiencing mosquito problems.
Mayor Karen Love shares Gulfport’s plans to commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11, including remembrance boards, community service pledge cards, and a Remembrance and Reflection ceremony at Williams Pier. She encourages residents to reflect on the unity felt on 9/12/2001, participate in the community events, and make their voices heard at the polls.