In recognition of Juneteenth, a historical moment marking the end of slavery in the United States, Pinellas County officials have announced that most county offices will be closed on Thursday, June 19. According to an announcement posted on the county’s official website, the closures include offices under the County Administrator, as well as those of the Property Appraiser and Tax Collector.
However, maintaining their regular duties, the Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller and Supervisor of Elections offices will be open. Similarly, the courts of the Sixth Judicial Circuit, which covers both Pinellas and Pasco counties, are not taking the day off and will proceed with their regular schedule.
Certain facilities such as the administration office, Heritage Village, Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center, and Weedon Island Cultural and Natural History Center will also observe the holiday and remain closed. Pinellas County Animal Services operations, including both the offices and adoption center, will take a day’s pause in operations…