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Pinellas Park council proclaims Arbor Day, honors staff and swears in three police officers
Summary
At the March 13 council meeting Mayor Sandra Lee Bradberry proclaimed March 15, 2025 Arbor Day, the city celebrated APWA re‑accreditation, presented a 25‑year service award to Corporal Joseph Puglia, and swore in three new police officers; staff invited residents to community events Chili Blaze and Country in the Park.
Mayor Sandra Lee Bradberry proclaimed March 15, 2025 as Arbor Day for the city of Pinellas Park and encouraged residents to participate in tree‑planting and tree‑care activities at the city’s Arbor Day event. "I, Sandra Lee Bradberry, mayor of the city of Pinellas Park, do hereby proclaim March 15th of 2025 as Arbor Day," the mayor read as she presented the proclamation to Aaron Peterson.
The mayor and staff also announced renewal of the American Public Works Association (APWA) accreditation for the Public Works Department, crediting staff including the Public Works administrator for the multi‑year effort.
The council presented a 25‑year service plaque to Corporal Joseph Puglia, who thanked family and colleagues and reflected on his career with the city. The mayor then introduced and swore in three new police officers — Madison Booth, Omar and R. Corenza — and invited family members to participate in badge pinning.
During public comment speakers praised the YES youth program and encouraged the city to run the program more often. Residents and organizers also promoted upcoming events — Chili Blaze (benefiting MDA) and Country in the Park (benefiting local nonprofits) — and shared event logistics.
Provenance: Proclamation and recognitions presented during the meeting’s special presentations; swearing‑in occurred during the same block of presentations and public comment.
