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The City of Tampa is proud to celebrate the second anniversary of the Litter Skimmer, an essential asset in the city's ongoing efforts to keep its waterways clean. Since its launch, the Litter Skimmer has removed an impressive 72,500 pounds of trash…
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The new Housing Rehabilitation and Renovation Program will assist those within the Community Redevelopment Areas, or CRA's.
The City of Tampa's Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) has announced new dates and locations for application…
The City of Tampa's Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) has announced new dates and locations for application…
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A new affordable housing development has begun interviewing potential residents for an apartment complex made possible by a partnership between the City of Tampa and Tampa-based developer, Blue Sky Communities.The Adderley, a 128-unit multifamily…
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The City of Tampa's Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is pleased to announce the launch of the Housing Rehabilitation & Renovation Program (HRRP). The program aims to provide financial assistance for the renovation and repair of homes within…
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Historic 7th Avenue in Ybor City is going back to its roots, returning to a brick street after more than 60 years. Work on the first two blocks of the 7th Avenue Bricking Project has wrapped up ahead of schedule, with only a minimal delay due to…
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It's time to get rolling — the application window for the city's e-Bike Voucher Program opens tomorrow: Friday, August 16th at 8 A.M. and runs through 5 PM on August 30th.A total of 108 vouchers will be up for grabs.The e-Bike Voucher Program is…
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The Parks and Recreation Department, which offers an After School Program at 24 recreation and community centers across Tampa, has room for an additional 300-plus students for the 2024-25 school year."The After School Program is a fantastic free…
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The City of Tampa Solid Waste Department is concluding the collection of vegetative storm debris as of August 23, 2024. Residents are requested to place their hurricane vegetative debris curbside as soon as possible. Vegetative…
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Classroom grandparents are receiving a back to school treat from the City of Tampa. The Community Engagement and Partnerships team is surprising 60 Seniors in Service volunteers with $100 worth of “Dash Dollars.”This initiative was made possible by…
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The City of Tampa is proud to announce the return of "Suds and Solutions," a community initiative designed to alleviate financial stress by providing free laundry assistance to local families while connecting them with city services.The inaugural…
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Two years after launching one of its most popular programs that has helped more than 1,800 families secure a stable place to live, the City of Tampa is excited to announce its Rental and Move-in Assistance Program (RMAP) will once again be accepting…
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In recognition of Purple Heart Day, Mayor Jane Castor, Tampa Councilman Luis Viera and State Senator Jay Collins will join with the local Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapters and representatives from Florida Gold Star Families to raise a flag…
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Due to the flooding caused by Tropical Storm Debby, the layer of historic brick along the 4900 block of W. Prescott Street was found to be severely damaged and needs immediate repair. Until then, the roadway is closed off to the general public.The…
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Reminder: The City of Tampa Solid Waste Department is asking members of the public to avoid placing their containers curbside overnight, given the pending storm surges and gusts of wind. It is best to place containers out for…
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As Tropical Storm Debby makes its way up the West Florida coastline, residents are urged to remain indoors and avoid the roadways.Given the heavy rainfall the Tampa Bay region is expected to receive over the next 24 hours, post-storm flooding is…
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The City of Tampa will be activating its Call Center this weekend for individuals who want to ask weather-related questions as the region prepares for severe weather.Beginning at 2:00 P.M., on Saturday, August 3, 2024, until 7:00 P.M., individuals…
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Due to Friday’s afternoon storm, sandbag sites in the City of Tampa closed slightly earlier than planned. In order to provide residents with ample time to collect sandbags, sandbag sites will open an hour earlier Saturday.The following three sites…
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With tropical storm watches now issued for the majority of the Tampa Bay area, the City of Tampa is urging residents to take precaution, finalize their plans, and prepare their properties in these critical days before severe weather impacts the area…
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TAMPA, Fla. (August 2, 2024) -- With tropical storm watches now issued for the majority of the Tampa Bay area, the City of Tampa is urging residents to take precaution, finalize their plans, and prepare their properties in these critical days before…
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As tropical weather forms near Florida, Tampa Emergency Management officials are urging residents to solidify their plans in case weather conditions worsen throughout the weekend and into next week. Sandbag sites will be opening at three locations…
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Today, USDOT Under Secretary for Transportation Policy Carlos Monje joined Mayor Jane Castor, FDOT District 7 Secretary David Gwynn, Rep. Kathy Castor, and community members in celebrating the City of Tampa's award of more than five million dollars…
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Historic 7th Avenue Bricking Project Begins Monday, July 29, 2024In an effort to help calm traffic on a road that sees a significant amount of pedestrian traffic throughout the year, a project to…
Historic 7th Avenue Bricking Project Begins Monday, July 29, 2024In an effort to help calm traffic on a road that sees a significant amount of pedestrian traffic throughout the year, a project to…
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In an effort to continue to conserve Tampa's invaluable water resources, city leaders are proposing to make the emergency once-a-week watering restrictions permanent. First ordered by the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) in…
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Tampa Police Department and Crisis Center of Tampa Bay Launch Crisis Intervention Dispatch Service Program
TAMPA, Fla. (July 23, 2024) -- The program aims to divert officer response when not required during a behavioral health crisis, connect 911…
TAMPA, Fla. (July 23, 2024) -- The program aims to divert officer response when not required during a behavioral health crisis, connect 911…
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Those looking to make a positive environmental impact in Tampa are encouraged to join the first city-sponsored environmental stewardship program in Florida, known as the Green Team.Since its formation in 2023, in partnership with Volunteer Florida…
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Tampa's Fiscal Year 2025 focuses on enhancing quality of life through strategic investments in key community priorities.Tampa's 2025 Budget: A Commitment to Community ValuesMayor Jane Castor on Thursday, July 18, presented the…
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Roots & Shoots, Moms Clean Air Force - Florida, The Green Team, and Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful are partnering for a tree planting event at Takomah Trail Park in Tampa on Thursday, July 18, from 8-10 a.m.Together, representatives from the…
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The City of Tampa Solid Waste Department will open two drop-off sites for storm-related vegetative debris which include tree branches, tree trunks, and other leafy material. The two sites will open Wednesday, October 19, 2022. …
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City of Tampa Solid Waste Concludes Hurricane Ian and Hurricane Nicole Vegetative Debris CleanupThe City of Tampa Department of Solid Waste and Environmental Program Management will conclude its Hurricane-related Ian and Nicole Vegetative Debris…
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All are welcome to sing Tampa a very happy 137th birthday alongside city leaders and historians Monday, July 15, 2024. The special event precedes a week-long line up of special events showcasing the city's history over the past century.
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As high temperatures blanket the Tampa Bay region, and residents look for ways to keep cool during the hottest months of the year, the City of Tampa is eager to unveil its first Heat Resilience Playbook. Created in collaboration with researchers at…
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The City of Tampa’s Parks and Recreation Department and the Hillsborough Transit Authority are launching Swim With HART – a program that lets HART riders gain free admission into City of Tampa pools.The pilot program will run through the end of the…
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The City of Tampa is excited to announce the launch of “Suds and Solutions,” a unique initiative aimed at providing residents with valuable information on city services and programs while they enjoy free laundry services. This community-focused…
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Tampa Convention Center has released renderings of its 18 new waterfront meeting rooms. As part of its $38 million Capital Improvement Campaign, the 18 new waterfront meeting rooms will feature floor to ceiling windows with spectacular views of the…
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The Tampa Convention Center held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening for its new Waterfront Meeting Rooms, marking the completion of the center’s largest renovation project since it was built in 1990. The Capital Improvement project…
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Golfers at Rogers Park in Tampa will now be able to use state-of-the-art technology to enhance their skills.Toptracer Range is a cutting-edge technology system that transforms the traditional driving range experience by tracking the flight of a golf…
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TAMPA, Fla. (July 3, 2024) -- As the Tampa Bay region continues to experience drier-than-normal weather conditions, residents will continue to only be allowed to irrigate their lawns once-a-week. The Southwest Florida Water Management District (…
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In its continued effort to address the affordable housing crisis, the City of Tampa is awarding up to $100,000 to eligible homes that need critical repairs. Through the Healthy Homes Program, funded by a $1.9 million federal grant, the city aims to…
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Mayor Jane Castor's Boom by the Bay, an annual event filled with fireworks, concerts, and competitions, is set to return on Thursday, July 4, at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park.This event, which began in 2019, is a family-friendly, community…
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Tampa is turning purple and gold! The Tampa Convention Center is proud to welcome Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. for their 84th International Grand Conclave June 26 to July 2. This event is expected to bring close to 30,000 visitors…
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The City of Tampa offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in observance of Independence Day.The revised collection schedule is as follows:Residential Customers who normally receive service on Thursday will not receive…
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Mayor Jane Castor has been chosen to join the Bloomberg Philanthropies City Data Alliance, joining forces with 22 other mayors from regions including North America, South America, and the Caribbean.Through this Alliance, Tampa will receive support…
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TAMPA, Fla. (June 24, 2024) – Get ready to soar, Tampa! More than 100,000 spectators are expected for the Red Bull Flugtag on Saturday, November 9 outside the Tampa Convention Center. This unique, high-flying event will have an…
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Two months after its first residents found shelter inside of its Hope Cottages, Catholic Charities will break ground Monday on its $1.5 million Homeless Shelter Community Center. The facility, named “The Matthew 25 Community Center,” will be the…
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The City of Tampa is thrilled to announce its first-ever Tech Show, set to transform the City Center at Hanna Avenue into a hub of innovation, opportunity, and fun on Friday, June 21. The event, geared towards tech enthusiasts, business owners, job…
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The 15th annual World's Largest Swimming Lesson takes place Thursday, June 20, 2024, and the City of Tampa is participating again, hosting lessons at four pools.The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson is a global drowning-prevention event launched by…
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Committed to reducing its carbon footprint, the City of Tampa is excited to learn it will be awarded a nearly one-million-dollar grant to fund the purchase of up to 13 new electric police vehicles for the Tampa Police Department.U.S. Representative…
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The Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Board voted earlier today to approve $8.49 million for commercial grants through the end of Fiscal Year 2024. The grant funds will benefit commercial property and businesses owners across ten CRA areas. In…
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The City of Tampa offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, in observance of Juneteenth.The revised collection schedule is as follows:Residential Customers: Residential Collection does not occur on Wednesdays, so…
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The Tampa Theatre will lift the curtain on its first expansion in its 98-year history Friday, as it unveils a new “microcinema” to the public.The new addition was made possible in part by funds from the City's Downtown Tampa Community Redevelopment…
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