For the sixth year in a row, the Tampa Bay Lightning are in the NHL Playoffs. Mayor Jane Castor and the Lightning are celebrating with a banner drop at Tampa City Hall on Monday, April 17 at 12:00 p.m.
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The Tampa Convention Center is anticipating a busy weekend April 15 & 16, during the Tampa United Volleyball Slam and Next Level Nationals Cheer & Dance Competitions.
Drivers, please expect extra traffic volume in Downtown Tampa near…
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Each year the award recognizes a person or organization that has made extraordinary contributions to the betterment of Hillsborough County’s Hispanic community. Established in 2013, the award honors the…
Each year the award recognizes a person or organization that has made extraordinary contributions to the betterment of Hillsborough County’s Hispanic community. Established in 2013, the award honors the…
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Community members are invited to participate in a free eBike demonstration where they will have a chance to test drive an electric-powered bike and learn more about the City of Tampa’s new eBike voucher program.
The demonstration takes…
The demonstration takes…
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The Tampa Convention Center is nominated for Best Convention Center in the Southeast in the 2023 Stella Awards. The awards recognize outstanding quality and service in the meetings industry, and honor facilities that consistently deliver exemplary…
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As Taylor Swift prepares to take the stage at Raymond James Stadium for The Eras Tour this week, the Swifties at City Hall have been working on a plan to welcome the star to our city.
Cities that have hosted the singer during The…
Cities that have hosted the singer during The…
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Work is underway to upgrade vital infrastructure and enhance city services for residents in the Forest Hills community. This is part of the $92 million Tampa’s Neighborhoods Design Build Project, which will bring long-awaited infrastructure…
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Tampa Parks & Recreation celebrates 30 years partnering with CANDO Sports, enhancing and expanding sports programs and activities for youth athletes across the city.
In honor of their 30th Anniversary, CANDO is donating…
In honor of their 30th Anniversary, CANDO is donating…
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WHAT: Mayor Jane Castor will join Seniors in Service staff and more than 50 classroom grandparents participating in emotional intelligence and child literacy training.
DATE: Monday, April 3, 2023
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DATE: Monday, April 3, 2023
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WHAT: To celebrate March Madness, Mayor Jane Castor is facing off against members of the University of Tampa and University of South Florida women’s basketball teams for a Basketball Challenge. The Mayor and student athletes will participate in a…
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The Water Department is launching a two-year pilot program that will test ultrasonic technology to reduce algae growth in a selected area of the Hillsborough River reservoir. The program will consist of two ultrasonic buoys. The buoys create an…
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In observance of the Spring Holiday, the City of Tampa offices will be closed on Friday, April 7, 2023.
Residential customers will not receive collection service on Friday, April 7, 2023. The revised collection schedule is as…
Residential customers will not receive collection service on Friday, April 7, 2023. The revised collection schedule is as…
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The City of Tampa will light up Old City Hall, the Tampa Riverwalk, and Downtown Bridges in the colors of the rainbow on March 25, 2023, at sunset in honor of Tampa Pride.
The annual Tampa Pride Diversity Parade will take place on March 25…
The annual Tampa Pride Diversity Parade will take place on March 25…
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The City of Tampa is proud to announce that on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, Downtown bridges, Old City Hall, and the Tampa Riverwalk will be lit up in red to show support for the American Red Cross Giving Day. This annual event is an opportunity for…
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Cuts Permit Review Time by Over 75 Percent to Keep Up with City's Growth
As more businesses continue to open and expand in Tampa and more people move into the city, the Water Department is continuing to devote resources to keep up with the city's…
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The City of Tampa's Solid Waste Department is re-launching the "Spring It Forward" Initiative, designed to help reduce extra waste and its environmental impact during the spring-cleaning season.
With the initiative's launch in Spring 2022, The City…
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At Grady Elementary School
The City of Tampa is launching its newest Crosswalks to Classrooms project at Grady Elementary School in South Tampa on Monday afternoon, celebrating with students, administrators, and traffic safety advocates.…
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MAYOR CASTOR ANNOUNCING LAUNCH OF
TAMPA SOULWALK A NEW ART AND HERITAGE TRAIL CELEBRATING TAMPA’S BLACK COMMUNITIES Visitors can experience nearly 100 public artworks and historic sites using a free digital guide and printed map of…
TAMPA SOULWALK A NEW ART AND HERITAGE TRAIL CELEBRATING TAMPA’S BLACK COMMUNITIES Visitors can experience nearly 100 public artworks and historic sites using a free digital guide and printed map of…
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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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Deadline is June 30
Award season is underway in your neighborhood! The Community Water Wise Awards program is now taking applications from residents and businesses with beautiful, water-efficient landscapes. The program is a collaborative effort…
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Today, Tampa's Parks & Recreation Department in partnership with Derek Jeter’s Turn 2 Foundation, kick-off their 13th annual youth baseball clinic.
The Tampa Baseball Clinic is a free three-day program that teaches participants baseball…
The Tampa Baseball Clinic is a free three-day program that teaches participants baseball…
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The City of Tampa is proud to announce its participation in AmeriCorps Week from March 12-18, 2023. During this week, we recognize the commitment of millions of Americans who have chosen to serve their country through AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps…
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The City of Tampa is taking a stand to tackle trash, launching a sweeping new anti-litter campaign, Keep It Clean, Tampa. This is to motivate everyone in our community to join the fight against trash and litter.
To celebrate the start of…
To celebrate the start of…
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Tampa Fire Station 19 Receives New Rescue Vehicle
Filling Critical Need in South of Gandy Community
For the first time in 25 years, Tampa’s South of Gandy neighborhood will have a second rescue vehicle at Tampa Fire Rescue Station 19, filling…
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The City of Tampa has appointed Stephen Benson as Director of the City Planning Department. His appointment follows the retirement of long-time City Planner Randy Goers.
In this role, Benson will continue to lead the City’s comprehensive…
In this role, Benson will continue to lead the City’s comprehensive…
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The City of Tampa has been awarded nearly $2 million to put toward one of its affordable housing programs.
On Wednesday, January 12, 2022, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced it will distribute more…
On Wednesday, January 12, 2022, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced it will distribute more…
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The City of Tampa announced another step in its march to provide more affordable housing across all communities.
A Request for Proposal (RFP) has been released for a seven acre property located at the…
A Request for Proposal (RFP) has been released for a seven acre property located at the…
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Mayor Jane Castor is joined by City Council Chairman Orlando Gudes (left) and Darrick Fullwood (right), owner of AAA Restoration and Builders, LLC.
Local developers awarded city-owned lots to build affordable housing are breaking ground and…
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Watch the introductory video to the Tampa Office of Human Rights.
At a time when securing and facilitating the creation of affordable housing options in the City of Tampa is of utmost importance, Mayor Jane Castor has joined the…
At a time when securing and facilitating the creation of affordable housing options in the City of Tampa is of utmost importance, Mayor Jane Castor has joined the…
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PROTECTING TAMPA'S CANOPY THROUGH RESEARCH AND RESIDENT PARTICIPATION
The City of Tampa and the University of South Florida are conducting the fourth urban ecological analysis of Tampa's tree canopy, and for the first time, researchers have…
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CITY AND DEVELOPERS JOIN FORCES TO INCREASE TAMPA'S AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Mayor Jane Castor's goal of facilitating the creation of 10,000 affordable homes by 2027 is making headway with the first of 17 affordable homes from Phase II of the City of…
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Starting today (June 21, 2022), the City of Tampa is launching a Housing Information Line, connecting people with housing resources, including avenues to avoid eviction, support in navigating landlord/tenant…
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HOMEOWNERSHIP EVENT TO HELP
HOME BUYERS NAVIGATE THE PROCESS
Amid an historically tight housing market, the City of Tampa is tackling the affordable housing crisis from every angle, including an upcoming Homeownership Event it will host…
HOME BUYERS NAVIGATE THE PROCESS
Amid an historically tight housing market, the City of Tampa is tackling the affordable housing crisis from every angle, including an upcoming Homeownership Event it will host…
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Committed to continuously improving its efficiency and delivering unmatched city services, the City of Tampa’s Development and Growth Management Construction Services division has formed the Construction Activity Compliance Team.
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The City of Tampa's Housing & Community Development division is honored to be recognized by state housing leaders for its relentless efforts to help families become homeowners amid the housing crisis.
The Florida Housing Coalition named…
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HUNDREDS OF FAMILIES RECEIVE RENTAL ASSISTANCE,
MORE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
After processing hundreds of applications and contacting thousands of individuals on the waitlist, the City of Tampa is excited to enter a…
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With housing affordability, a central goal of the Jane Castor administration and City Council, the City of Tampa is creating a new team dedicated to helping individuals connect with critical housing services and resources.
The City is launching a…
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East Tampa CRA Partners with Habitat for Humanity to Provide Funding for Roof Replacements in Highland Pines Neighborhood
In an ongoing effort to uplift its neighborhoods and help homeowners remain in their homes, the East Tampa Community…
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CITY OF TAMPA LAUNCHES TREE EDUCATION CAMPAIGN
Reaching Homeowners,Tree-Trimming Business on Tree Removal, Trimming
In an effort to protect its valuable tree canopy, the City of Tampa is working to reach homeowners and tree-trimming…
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More people who are either homeless, or on the verge of homelessness, can receive rental assistance from the City of Tampa.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing (RUSH) program was created…
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On the heels of last week's Point-in-Time (PIT) Count of people experiencing homelessness, the City of Tampa's Homeless Outreach Team is excited to share an update since its formation in 2021.
To provide a holistic approach to the affordable…
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City of Tampa to Celebrate Women’s History Month
Mayor Jane Castor presenting Josephine Howard Stafford Memorial Award to Mary Bryan
The City of Tampa is gearing up to host its 26th Annual Women's History Month Celebration on March 1 at the Tampa…
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Voting Ends Friday for City of Tampa Solid Waste 2023 3Rs Art and Poetry Contest
The City of Tampa's Department of Solid Waste and Environmental Program Management is calling for votes for the 2023 3R's Art & Poetry Contest. …
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Meet the Homeless Outreach Team
NEW HOMELESS OUTREACH TEAM
HELPS MORE THAN 1,000 INDIVIDUALS On the heels of last week's Point-in-Time (PIT) Count of people experiencing homelessness, the City of Tampa's Homeless Outreach Team is…
HELPS MORE THAN 1,000 INDIVIDUALS On the heels of last week's Point-in-Time (PIT) Count of people experiencing homelessness, the City of Tampa's Homeless Outreach Team is…
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WHAT: The City of Tampa is set to launch a new e-Bike voucher program by the end of March, aimed at providing reliable, low-cost transportation options to residents. The program's goal is not just to reach people with…
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New Attraction at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
The City of Tampa will light up Old City Hall, the Tampa Riverwalk, and Downtown Bridges in purple and lime green on February 26 and 27 to celebrate the opening of Serengeti Flyer at Busch…
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WHO: Mayor Jane Castor, Rep. Kathy Castor, City of Tampa Mobility Department Representatives
WHAT: The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded the City of Tampa more than five million…
WHAT: The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded the City of Tampa more than five million…
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City of Tampa's "Litter Skimmer" trash boat took home its first award since its launch last Summer.
The vessel received the Urban Excellence Award in the Public Sector Project category. The awards ceremony hosted by the…
The vessel received the Urban Excellence Award in the Public Sector Project category. The awards ceremony hosted by the…
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Tampa Fire Rescue will dedicate “Tampa's LIGHT," a new mural commissioned by the City of Tampa, Arts & Cultural Affairs Division, showcasing a visual timeline of Tampa Fire Rescue's rich 128-year history. The mural is a captivating…
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City of Tampa Utilities is issuing a Consumer Alert after a customer reported being targeted by a man impersonating a Water Department employee. The imposter reportedly knocked on the customer's door and threatened to shut off water service…
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