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"The Toronto Raptors and their fans will not be disappointed here in Tampa Bay. Not only do we have the Stanley Cup Champion Lightning, the World Series runner-up Rays and the powerhouse Buccaneers, we’re going to have a chance to watch the magic of…
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The City of Tampa has hired Brenda “Bren” McKenzie as Director of Workforce Partnerships and Special Projects.In addition to implementing special projects directed by the Administration, the position will provide essential support of Mayor Jane…
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Tampa Fire Chief Nick LoCicero, Division Chief of Training Susan Tamme and Training Officer John Muralt have been placed on administrative leave effective immediately, pending the outcome of an internal investigation. Allegations of misconduct and a…
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The City of Tampa Department of Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management is conducting a composition study of recyclables collected from residents and businesses within the City. The study will sort materials collected into several…
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City of Tampa’s Chief Resilience Officer and the Department of Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management, in partnership with Titus O’Neil and Nestle, are holding a kick-off ceremony for a Water Bottle Recycling Challenge. Nestle and…
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City of Tampa Parks have reopened today but are asking residents to use caution as there are areas that have a lot of storm debris. Crews are actively working to clean up the parks as quickly as possible. Residents should also use caution when…
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As a result of the impacts of Tropical Storm Eta, City of Tampa solid waste services is being affected as follows: Residential Customers will not receive collection service on Thursday, November 12, 2020.…
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WHO: Mayor Jane CastorWHAT: Media availability on Eta updatesWHERE: Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park on the balcony behind the River Center
1001 N Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606 **Please enter off…
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Old City Hall will shine green tonight, November 10, 2020, in celebration of the 20th anniversary of Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay (RTTB). Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay strives to repair homes, revitalize communities, and rebuild lives by working to…
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The City of Tampa Construction Services Division has launched a vesting process to assist the construction and development community during the transition to the new Florida Building Code 7th Edition. To help prevent major redesign in the final…
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In observance of Veterans Day, the City of Tampa offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2020. The City of Tampa solid waste residential customers will not be affected by this closure. Commercial Customers will not receive collection…
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Mayor Jane Castor, along with Tampa Police Chief Brian Dugan, will be dedicating the most recent installment of Art on the Block program, a mural at the R.I.C.H House at Robles Park. Local artist Ya Levy La’Ford, who was commissioned to create the…
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The Tampa Water Department Conservation Team recently visited a local Home Depot to install signs to inform the public about the availability of Tampa Bay Water-Wise rebates. Eligible households replacing older toilets may qualify for a $100 rebate…
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In an effort to practice safe social-distancing we will be holding a media availability via Facebook Live at 4:30 pm today to discuss recent COVID rates.WHO: Mayor Jane Castor and Charles Lockwood, MD, Dean of the USF Health Morsani…
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On Thursday, October 1, the City of Tampa City Council took the first step needed to enable the start of Tampa Convention Center (TCC) Capital Improvement Project. The project entails necessary upgrades to existing meeting spaces,…
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Tampa Convention Center to announce new accreditation and design build contractor for its capital improvement campaign. WHO: Mayor Jane Castor, Ms. Carole Post – Administrator for Development and Economic Opportunity, Project…
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The City of Tampa received four (4) Planning & Design Awards, presented at the Hillsborough County City-County Planning Commission’s 38th Annual Planning & Design Awards virtual event. The awards program is a well-respected tradition that…
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Who: Mayor Jane Castor; Interim Parks & Recreation Director; Sherisha Hills, and other Departmental Team Members
What: Tampa resident, Lydia Mones will celebrate turning 100 years old on…
What: Tampa resident, Lydia Mones will celebrate turning 100 years old on…
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“This is a difficult day for all involved. My thoughts are with the family who lost a loved one under tragic circumstances, with the officers who were put into a position that required them to use deadly force, and the innocent store employees who…
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In an effort to practice safe social-distancing we will be holding a media availability via Facebook Live at 4:30 pm today.WHO: Mayor Jane Castor and Brian Auld of the Tampa Bay RaysWHAT: Facebook Live Update on the…
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To celebrate an exciting Stanley Cup matchup, Mayor Jane Castor is sending a gift basket full of Tampa treasures to City of Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson. At the start of the Stanley Cup Finals, Mayor Castor and Mayor Johnson made a bet that…
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In an effort to practice safe social-distancing we will be holding a media availability via Facebook Live at 3:30 pm today. WHO: Mayor Jane Castor, Victor Hedman, and Alex KillornWHAT:…
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In honor of Pedestrian Safety Month, the City of Tampa will be increasing public outreach efforts this October to raise awareness about the importance of pedestrian safety, share tips, and challenge the community to be a part of the City’s Vision…
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Mayor Jane Castor and Neighborhood and Community Affairs Administrator Ocea Wynn, selected Sherisha Hills to serve as the interim director of Tampa’s Parks and Recreation Department. Hills is a current…
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On Saturday and Sunday, October 3rd and 4th, from 9 am to noon, two new Crosswalks to Classrooms murals will be painted at Edison and Dale Mabry Elementary Schools (weather permitting). Artist Jay Giroux of the READ…
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Rebates available to residents, business owners and contractors in Tampa Bay region The City of Tampa has joined five local governments in partnership with Tampa Bay Water and the Southwest Florida Water Management District to save water in the…
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Tomorrow, September 29th at 10:00 a.m. Mayor Jane Castor will be joined by Councilman Charlie Miranda and the Rays mascot Raymond as they “Rays” the Rays flag over Old City Hall and drop a Rays banner on the Tampa municipal…
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The City of Tampa and Mayor Jane Castor are saluting Gold Star mothers and families by flying the Gold Star Service Flag and lighting Old City Hall purple and gold. Gold Star Mother's and Family’s Day is recognized on the last Sunday in…
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Tampa Convention Center has announced that it has achieved Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC) STAR™ accreditation, the gold standard for prepared facilities. Under the guidance of GBAC, a Division of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning…
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With the 2020 presidential election day just over a month away, Mayor Jane Castor is urging the Tampa community to register to vote on National Voter Registration Day. The non-partisan holiday has been observed on the fourth Tuesday of…
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Lord Stanley's Cup won't be the only prize on the line this month in the NHL finals.Mayor Eric Johnson and Tampa Mayor Jane Castor on Monday announced they have made a friendly wager on the Dallas Stars-Tampa Bay Lightning series."We are extremely…
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On Monday, Sept. 21, Mayor Jane Castor will be joined by Congresswoman Kathy Castor to discuss the $24 million BUILD Grant the City of Tampa received from the U.S. Department of Transportation. WHO: Tampa Mayor…
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Today, Tampa City Council approved the City of Tampa to purchase a privately-owned downtown lot in order to build additional affordable housing units. The City of Tampa is moving forward with the purchase of a .66-acre parcel at 1312 Tampa St,…
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In celebration of the City of Tampa’s fifth Crosswalks to Classrooms project at Broward Elementary School, on Friday, September 19th at 11 am, Mayor Jane Castor and Jacobs, a local engineering consulting firm, will distribute children’s…
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Starting at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 17, there will be lane closures on N Ashley Drive between E Kennedy Boulevard and E Tyler Street for shoulder and median work. Cones and barrels will in place for the duration of work to assist with…
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In an effort to practice safe social-distancing we will be holding a media availability via Facebook Live at 4:00 pm today.
WHO: Mayor Jane Castor and Erik Maltais, CEO of Immertec
WHAT: Facebook Live…
WHO: Mayor Jane Castor and Erik Maltais, CEO of Immertec
WHAT: Facebook Live…
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Historic City Hall to be Illuminated in Red, White in Blue in Honor of the Medal of Honor Recipient Mayor Jane Castor, Councilman Luis Viera and Judge E.J. Salcines will mark the start of National Hispanic Heritage Month by…
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Today, Mayor Jane Castor will host Mayor of West Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic for a key presentation as the City of Tampa gifts West Santo Domingo a refuse collection vehicle.
WHO: City of Tampa Mayor Jane Castor and…
WHO: City of Tampa Mayor Jane Castor and…
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Starting Monday, September 14, the Tampa Parks and Recreation Department will reopen the following:Athletic fields: all organized field use is coordinated through our Athletics Office and can be reached by emailing TampaAthleticsOffice@tampagov…
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Mayor Castor Appoints Gianna Russo as Wordsmith TAMPA, FL (September 11, 2020) Mayor Jane Castor has appointed the City’s first Wordsmith, local writer and educator, Gianna Russo. As part of the Art on the Block program, an initiative by…
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Tampa City Council Chairman Luis Viera has called for an Emergency Special Call meeting of Tampa City Council on March 31, 2020 at 11 a.m. to receive a briefing from Mayor Jane Castor’s Administration on the actions taken in response to the COVID-19…
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Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2020Time: 10 a.m.Location: Communications Media Technology (Virtual/Remote)The purpose of this Virtual Special Call Meeting is to discuss and resolve to resume…
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This list reflects information provided to the Tampa Police Department and is subject to change without noticeThe city of Tampa has received information that peaceful protests will take place at following locations and times. 7:00 a.m.…
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The Tampa Water Department is extending the valve assessment phase of this project. The work will continue to temporarily affect traffic patterns along the following streets: Along Habana Avenue, starting at W. Hillsborough Avenue and moving…
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Mayor Jane Castor will hold a press conference with representatives from Tampa General Hospital, BayCare, and AdventHealth to discuss COVID-19 readiness.Each organization will share important information for patients and healthcare providers, and…
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13 city park trails are scheduled to open on May 4 Residents will soon have more options for outdoor recreation and exercise. The City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department plans to open 13 park trails beginning…
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The City of Tampa offices will be closed Friday, April 10, 2020 in observance of Spring Holiday / Good Friday.Visit City of Tampa Holidays for a complete list of observed holidays.
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The City of Tampa offices will be closed Monday, May 26, 2020 in observance of Memorial Day.Visit City of Tampa Holidays for a complete list of observed holidays.
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Beginning Saturday, June 13, the Parks and Recreation Department is opening additional outdoor amenities and recreation facilities. Basketball CourtsVolleyball CourtsShelters, limited to 50Seasonal Pool locations:Copeland Pool, 11001 N…
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The City of Tampa offices will be closed Friday, July 3, 2020 in observance of Independence Day.Visit City of Tampa Holidays for a complete list of observed holidays.
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