Pinellas County Commissioners Rename EMS & Fire Administration Center For John Morroni

LARGO, FL — The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners renamed the county’s EMS & Fire Administration Center at 12490 Ulmerton Road, Largo, in honor of their former colleague, John Morroni, on Feb. 13.

The name change honors his commitment to public service and the respect and attention he paid to the community’s first responders.

Morroni died in 2018 after a long battle with cancer. The dedication included the unveiling of building signage and a plaque as well as remarks by members of Morroni’s family and community leaders.

Morroni served Pinellas County residents as District 6 County Commissioner from 2000 to 2018. He also served in the Florida House of Representatives from 1992-2000.

Morroni hosted an annual appreciation dinner for emergency personnel that carries on in his honor. The event has raised more than $1 million for charities supporting law enforcement, first responders and other community organizations.

This press release was produced by the Pinellas County Government. The views expressed here are the author’s own.