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The City of Tampa’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) board on Thursday approved a revised budget that makes a major commitment to increasing access to affordable housing.
The revised budget allocates more than $20.2 million in new increment…
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WHO: Mayor Jane Castor and Tampa Police Interim Chief Lee Bercaw
WHAT: Mayor Castor and Interim Chief Bercaw will hold a press conference to discuss the future of the Tampa Police Department.…
WHAT: Mayor Castor and Interim Chief Bercaw will hold a press conference to discuss the future of the Tampa Police Department.…
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WHAT: Tampa's Parks & Recreation is officially breaking ground on newly renovated youth football fields in the Port Tampa neighborhood. CANDO Sports and the City of Tampa have been granted $100,000 by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers…
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WHO: Mayor Jane Castor, Councilman Alan Clendenin, and other city officials.
WHAT: Community members, City of Tampa employees, and media outlets are invited to join Mayor Jane Castor for an …
WHAT: Community members, City of Tampa employees, and media outlets are invited to join Mayor Jane Castor for an …
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Unveiling of Ybor City Road Safety Project
WHO: Mayor Jane Castor; Kim Headland, V.M. Ybor Neighborhood Association President; Alex Henry, Vision Zero Team Lead; City of Tampa Mobility Team…
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This Memorial Day, the City of Tampa will celebrate the grand opening of the Vila Brothers Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
The Vila Brothers Park honors seven brothers who served in various branches of the military…
The Vila Brothers Park honors seven brothers who served in various branches of the military…
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In observance of Memorial Day, the City of Tampa offices will be closed on Monday, May 29, 2023.
Residential customers will not receive collection service on Monday, May 29, 2023. The revised collection schedule is as follows:…
Residential customers will not receive collection service on Monday, May 29, 2023. The revised collection schedule is as follows:…
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The City of Tampa, the Children’s Board of Hillsborough County and community partners urge residents to keep kids safe around water.
Accidental child drowning is a tragedy that parents and caregivers think won’t happen to their family, but sadly…
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Tomorrow, Tampa Parks & Recreation will celebrate the 13th annual Kids to Parks Day. This event is a day of outdoor exploration at local, state, and national parks and public lands across the country.
Millions of Americans…
Millions of Americans…
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In honor of May being National Bike Month, a biking safety initiative geared at protecting students will be unveiled at Roosevelt Elementary School, 3205 S Ferdinand Ave, on Thursday, May 18, 2023, at 3 p.m.
The non-profit…
The non-profit…
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WHAT: Today is the City of Tampa Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Festival, honoring Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage month. The festival will showcase beautiful cultural performances from various…
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The East Tampa Community Redevelopment Area's (ETCRA) Public Safety Subcommittee has announced its plans to install a crosswalk art mural at the intersection of 34th Street and Cayuga Street. The East Tampa CRA and City of Tampa…
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WHAT: Mayor Jane Castor will help distribute Mother's Day flower orders from Moates Florist, a small business temporarily affected by infrastructure improvements underway under the Southeast Seminole Heights Flooding…
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WHO: Community volunteers coming together to create art for the City of Tampa
WHAT: Local senior citizens are creating community artwork that will soon be on display at the new Tampa City Center under construction on Hanna Ave.
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WHAT: Local senior citizens are creating community artwork that will soon be on display at the new Tampa City Center under construction on Hanna Ave.
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In a continued effort to support Tampa’s urban tree canopy, the City of Tampa is excited to host the 2nd annual Mayor Jane’s Tree Giveaway tomorrow, distributing 1,000 free trees to community residents.
Tampa residents will…
Tampa residents will…
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Tampa Fire Rescue is proud to host the Hurricane Preparedness Expo on Saturday, May 6 from 12 - 4 p.m. at the Barksdale Senior Center, located at 1801 N. Lincoln Ave., Tampa 33607.
At this free event, residents can…
At this free event, residents can…
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The Tampa Convention Center is expecting increased traffic volume in downtown Tampa during the Special Operations Forces (SOF) Week happening May 8-11.
There will also be limited parking availability in the area during this time, including…
There will also be limited parking availability in the area during this time, including…
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Named one of the most “beautiful cinemas” in the world, the Tampa Theatre is receiving much-needed repair and restoration improvements to protect and fully preserve the iconic landmark. Phase I of the restoration efforts started in…
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Mayor Jane Castor and the Tampa City Council will be sworn into office today at 9 a.m. at Armature Works in Tampa.
The ceremony will mark the beginning of Mayor Castor's second term and the start of a new council term.
This…
The ceremony will mark the beginning of Mayor Castor's second term and the start of a new council term.
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As part of Tampa’s ambitious drive to strengthen Tampa’s resiliency and upgrade critical infrastructure, the city’s Wastewater Department is overhauling several pumping stations, its collection system of sewer mainlines and pipes, and beginning…
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After Mayor Jane Castor and seven City Council members were sworn in for new, four-year terms today, the mayor touted Tampa's key ingredients for success: Unity, collaboration, and far-sighted thinking.
"The next four years will be about…
"The next four years will be about…
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City of Tampa Mobility Department To Host Live eBike Voucher Lottery
WHAT: The City of Tampa Mobility Department will host a live drawing of the first 20 eBike Voucher recipients at 11 a.m.
A spinning lottery drum will be used to select…
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In a continued effort to support Tampa’s urban tree canopy, the City of Tampa is excited to host the 2nd annual Mayor Jane’s Tree Giveaway, distributing 1,000 free trees to community residents. residents.
Tampa residents with a yard…
Tampa residents with a yard…
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Mayor Jane Castor today called on Tampa to renew and re-energize its commitment to maintaining a word class tree canopy, setting a goal of planting 30,000 new trees by 2030.
“I am enlisting everyone - city government, individuals,…
“I am enlisting everyone - city government, individuals,…
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WHAT: Today, Mayor Jane Castor is unveiling new tree initiatives to protect and improve the city's tree canopy. The Mayor is calling on Tampa to renew and re-energize its commitment to maintaining a world class tree…
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WHAT: Today, Mayor Jane Castor will cast her vote for the City of Tampa Municipal Run-off Election. The mayor is encouraging everyone to go vote.
DATE: Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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DATE: Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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Mayor Jane Castor and the Tampa City Council will be sworn into office on May 1 at 9 a.m. at Armature Works in Tampa.
The ceremony will mark the beginning of Mayor Castor's second term and the start of a new council term.
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The ceremony will mark the beginning of Mayor Castor's second term and the start of a new council term.
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Do your kids love big trucks? The City of Tampa is proud to host Florida’s SWANA Road-e-o, a Solid Waste truck driving competition on Saturday, April 29th from 8AM – 1PM.
Solid Waste drivers from across the state will be competing…
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This Earth Day, the public is invited to learn how to keep their landscapes healthy and thriving while saving a precious resource: our water!
The Tampa Water Department Conservation team will be offering a series of mini workshops on Saturday,…
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From launching a new homeless shelter, to helping a woman who is losing her eyesight develop the life skills she needs to remain living in her home independently, Tampa's residents have benefited in countless ways from federal grant programs, such…
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HOPE COTTAGES UNVEILED
Tampa Hope is enhancing its sheltering services for people experiencing homelessness with the addition of 100 new, freestanding structures known as Hope Cottages™.
Over the past week, crews have been…
Over the past week, crews have been…
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WHO: Maria Gomez, Mayor Jane Castor, Paint Your Heart Out Volunteers
DATE: Saturday, April 22, 2023
TIME: 8:00 AM - Mayor's Arrival
LOCATION: Maria Gomez's home at 1208 E. Ida St 33603 TAMPA GETS READY TO "PAINT…
DATE: Saturday, April 22, 2023
TIME: 8:00 AM - Mayor's Arrival
LOCATION: Maria Gomez's home at 1208 E. Ida St 33603 TAMPA GETS READY TO "PAINT…
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Rowlett Park Community Clean-up Celebrates Earth Day and Global Youth Service Day
The City of Tampa Parks & Recreation Department and Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful in partnership with Learn and Serve Tampa Inc. are hosting a community cleanup…
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WHO: Mayor Jane Castor will join Bishop Gregory Parkes, of the Catholic Diocese of St. Petersburg, and Maggie Rogers, executive director of Catholic Charities, for the unveiling of 100 new Hope Cottages built at Tampa Hope.…
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Mayor Jane Castor and the Department of Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management will be honoring the 2023 3R’s Art & Poetry Contest winners.
A ceremony will be held at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park on Wednesday, April…
A ceremony will be held at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park on Wednesday, April…
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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 today at 12 p.m.
The group will ascend to the top of City Hall in a Tampa…
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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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Matilda Martinez Garcia
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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