County increases pet store oversight after puppy deaths

Pinellas County’s five remaining pet stores will face additional regulatory oversight after an investigation uncovered dozens of unreported puppy deaths. However, some commissioners believe the new rules unfairly target compliant retailers.

Commissioners unanimously approved the regulations and penalties Tuesday night following nearly two hours of ardent debate. They will also consider removing a ban on new pet stores.

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Pinellas landfill redevelopment risks cause further delays

Plans to transform a long-dormant landfill into a sprawling sports complex are on hold as questions regarding the extent of soil contamination at the site remain unanswered.

Pinellas County Commissioners approved a $250,000 budget amendment Tuesday to complete subsurface investigation and engineering work at the former Toytown landfill. The state decommissioned the 175-acre dump, at 10540 16th Street N., in 1990.

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