5 Things You Should Know Today, Dec. 12

1.   There's a 30 percent chance of rain today, and it will be mostly cloudy, with temperatures reaching a high near 76.

2.     The New Port Richey City Council meets Tuesday night at 6 p.m. to get updated on several major issues at a work session.

 City Council members cannot vote at a work session, but they can share opinions.  The agenda for Tuesday (but not a vote) includes:

• The proposal to provide streetscaping for the Main Street Landing property. As much as $200,000 in Penny for Pasco funds could be used.
• A proposal that city staff had hoped would spur the redevelopment of the Hacienda Hotel.
• Community Hospital is planning on moving most of its services to a new facility in Trinity. City staff is proposing that New Port Richey partner with the administrators of Community Hospital to create a plan for redevelopment of the vacant part of the property and the surrounding area when the services are moved out. The plan is estimated to cost $55,000.
•  A proposed ordinance amendment to allow patrons to take a beer bought at a local bar into a special event heid in a public section of the city.

3.      Don't forget to enter the Deck the House contest on New Port Richey Patch for a chance to win money for your electric bill and for Pasco schools!

4.     We’re still looking for bloggers. If you're interested, contact Alex.Tiegen@patch.com

5.  We’re looking to profile people who have a great need this holiday season and are being served by nonprofits or need to be served by nonprofits. If you know of anyone in dire straits and wishes to share their story, e-mail Alex.Tiegen@patch.com.