Lt. Governor Jay Collins to Visit East Lake

Community event to feature local leader and discuss upcoming initiatives

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

Lt. Governor Jay Collins will be visiting East Lake on March 5th for a special community event. The event, open to the public, will provide an opportunity for residents to meet the Lt. Governor and learn about his plans and initiatives for the region.

Why it matters

As the second-highest ranking official in the state government, Lt. Governor Collins' visit is an important opportunity for the East Lake community to engage directly with state leadership and discuss issues and priorities that are important to local residents.

The details

The event will be held at 830 Bayway Blvd in Clearwater and will run from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Lt. Governor Collins is expected to give a brief presentation on his vision and priorities, followed by a Q&A session where attendees can ask questions and provide feedback. Light refreshments will be served.

  • The event will take place on March 5, 2026 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

The players

Lt. Governor Jay Collins

The current Lt. Governor of the state, responsible for presiding over the state Senate and serving as acting governor when the governor is absent or incapacitated.

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What’s next

Residents interested in attending the event can RSVP on the East Lake community website. The Lt. Governor's office has indicated he is eager to hear directly from East Lake residents about their priorities and concerns.

The takeaway

This event provides a valuable opportunity for the East Lake community to engage directly with state leadership and have a voice in shaping the priorities and initiatives that will impact the region.