Seminole Residents Enjoy Natural Beauty and City Life Around Them Despite Fire Damage to their Home

11/20/2020 (Permalink)

Our dedicated technicians at SERVPRO will restore every level of fire damage on your property "Like it never even happened."

The Rich History and Landscape of Seminole is the Perfect Backdrop to Homeowners.  SERVPRO Helps Restore Homes in the Area When an Accident Happens.

Seminole and its proximity to the beach provides an ideal backdrop to raise a family, buy a second home, or retire. Located in Pinellas County, historians share that its name comes from the Seminole tribe, who once inhabited the area. Documentation of the first white settlement dates to the 1840s. At its south, Saint Petersburg makes it an easily accessible location for those who visit or reside in Florida but want the benefit of a large airport and a robust healthcare system. Surrounded by natural beauties such as Pinellas Park, Madeira Beach, and Indian Rocks Beach, the town is more affordable than other Florida cities.

Following early settlers, Albert and Dell Meares play a pivotal role in the city’s development. Upon the arrival of their family of twelve in 1879, the family settled into what is now known as Seminole City Park. In their honor, the Park’s lake is named Meares Lake. Their home became central to the town’s growth as it served as its post office and trade spot for its community, known as John’s Pass at the time. The John’s Pass Post Office delivered mail to and from Clearwater.  

In the meantime, Stuart Meares, Albert’s brother, joined forces with him to purchase land in the area. The brothers’ land produced citrus, much like other leading families in the area, while Dell sold shells via mail and locally-grown plants. When Dell passed away, she became the first person to be buried in the Seminole cemetery. It wasn’t until 1970 that Seminole incorporated, and in 1974 it bought the Meares’s property for $200,000. Sadly, the original home was in poor condition and was demolished. Seminole City Park later opened in 2001 after undergoing substantial renovations.

In 1911, a bridge connecting Seminole and St. Petersburg was built across Long Bayou, and in 1914 the Tampa & Gulf Coast Railway kicks off its service to connect Seminole with neighboring towns in Pinellas county. It wasn’t until the 1940s that the area shifted from being mainly agricultural to developing residential areas and causing an economic shift in its activities. Nowadays, commercial development is healthy in this residential community, and it boasts many family-oriented amenities. Senior services are a significant portion of Seminole’s economy, as is the Seminole campus of St. Petersburg College.

What to visit in Seminole?

Seminole’s central location puts many activities within reach of its residents and visitors. 

Whether you are outdoorsy or prefer the comfort of an inside venue, you are sure to find something to explore in the area. Some of the most notable attractions include-

• The Florida Botanical Gardens- Typically open seven days a week, all are welcome to enjoy trails and a moment with Mother Nature while in the Gardens. Friendly dogs on a leash are invited to enjoy the space as well. No admission fee is necessary, but donations are highly encouraged.
• St. Pete Pier District- A short drive to St. Petersburg will find you in a newly renovated Pier District along the waterfront. A combination of green space, restaurants, local artisans, public art, and fishing make a visit to the Pier a relaxing and entertaining one.
• Boca Ciega Millenium Park- A visit to the Park’s observation tower gives you a view of the Boca Ciega Bay from a 35-foot height. Bird-lovers enjoy visiting this park because of the variety of birds visible, including wading birds and upland birds. If you bring your little ones with you, a picnic and a visit to the playground area may just be what you need to spend some quality time as a family, including your small dogs! The history of Boca Ciega Millenium Park continues to be uncovered, and the finding of fossil bones has challenged the academic community to continue its exploration of the land.

Education in Seminole

Many don’t realize that Pinellas County is part of the Florida High Tech Corridor Council, a regional initiative led by the University of Central Florida, the University of South Florida, and the University of Florida. The Tech Corridor seeks to encourage partnerships to grow the high tech industry in the region. In Seminole, St. Petersburg College is part of the state college system, and its campus is one of eleven throughout the state. Although not residential, it offers many four-year degrees to students in the area. Several Pinellas County schools are also recognized as top in the state, making the county an excellent option for families with school-aged children.

Life in Seminole is a great intersection of small-town living with big-city services. As a resident, you have the option of venturing into local adventures or traveling a bit further to St. Petersburg and surrounding areas. Wherever you choose to go, life in sunny Florida won’t disappoint.

SERVPRO Restores Your Home in Seminole 

Although Seminole residential neighborhoods are relatively young by some standards, homes of all ages can suffer fire damage due to electrical malfunctions or human-caused accidents. Thankfully, SERVPRO is ready to help whenever a fire erupts in a home or commercial building and needs restoration. Our staff trains diligently with experts in our field and learns the industry best practices, which we later apply to our job sites. Aside from our fire damage restoration expertise, we also offer ancillary services such as move-outs and drywall replacement. Our goal is to mitigate your loss and minimize the disruption to your daily life.

SERVPRO of Seminole & Central Gulf Beaches is part of our community's fabric, and we strive to protect our neighbors whenever water or fire wreak havoc in their homes. 

Our services are accessible around the clock, and all you need to do is place a call at (727) 391-6212 to reach us. When you face damage of any size, do not hesitate to reach out to us and invite us to leave your home, “Like it never even happened.”