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Tampa closes the year with nearly two billion gallons of water saved, following the once-a-week watering restrictions put in place around this time last year.The once-a-week restrictions were initially put into place on December 1, 2023, as part of…
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It is time to discover our newest hidden treasure. The City of Tampa will be cutting the ribbon Tuesday, Nov. 12 on the 48-acre MacDill 48 Park, a stunning property that serves three major roles: It helps alleviate flooding by storing stormwater…
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As the City of Tampa begins conducting its damage assessments in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, city officials are urging residents to remain indoors until it is deemed safe to go outside later in the day.While it may be tempting to assess…
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The City of Tampa is finalizing its preparation efforts as Hurricane Milton arrives to the Southwest Florida coastline.Sandbag sites have closed, after distributing approximately 115,000 sandbags over the course of four days. Parks and Recreation…
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The City of Tampa is working around the clock to prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Milton, including continuous debris collection in the wake of Hurricane Helene.City officials are urging residents to take steps to secure their debris before the…
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Critical Stormwater Clearing Post-Storm With post-storm operations in full swing, the City of Tampa's Stormwater crews are gearing up for a weekend of drain clearing.
Tropical storm force winds, heavy rainfall, and…
Tropical storm force winds, heavy rainfall, and…
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In advance of what is expected become Hurricane Helene, preparations are underway at the City of Tampa to ensure its services and infrastructure is ready for the severe weather and its impacts.Stormwater crews are aggressively working to ensure the…
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The City of Tampa is proud to attract federal funding once again for its longstanding public transit needs. Announced this week, the City will receive a $1 million Technical Assistance Grant from the US Department of Transportation through the…
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The City of Tampa is taking significant steps to modernize its stormwater infrastructure, addressing the growing challenge of managing localized flooding in our coastal, low-lying area.A recent storm on August 15 brought more than three inches of…
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The City of Tampa is proud to unveil its first Eco-Counter display at the corner of North Boulevard and West Cass Street. What is an Eco-Counter? It’s a high-visibility, digital unit that uses camera sensors to count passing pedestrians and…
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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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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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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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After another successful cycle, the City of Tampa's e-Bike Voucher Program is pedaling back around to give more residents an opportunity to explore another transportation option.In the spring, a total of 112 vouchers were redeemed. The next…
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One of Tampa's most historic communities will be undergoing a major transformation over the next few years. The City of Tampa is thrilled to learn it has been awarded a $24.7 million federal grant to help fund major stormwater and mobility…
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The City of Tampa is proud to announce it will be working with Walk Bike Tampa, which has been awarded an Accelerated Mobility Playbook (AMP) Technical Grant from City Thread, a national non-profit organization that…
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Identified as one of the most dangerous streets in Tampa for drivers and pedestrians, a portion of W Cleveland Street will be undergoing a series of safety improvements and roadway enhancements.Sunday night, May 19, construction crews began working…
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TAMPA, Fla. (April 30, 2024) -- One hundred and seventy-five years after Tampa's incorporation, the city is undergoing…
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With April showers on the horizon, and just months away from hurricane season, the City of Tampa is grateful to learn U.S. Representative Kathy Castor (FL-14) has secured nearly a million dollars in federal funding to go toward a South Tampa…
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The City of Tampa is announcing stricter rules surrounding the use of shared eScooters/eBikes (micro mobility vehicles) citywide.
Starting on April 1st, riders MUST park…
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Road closures begin at 1pm on 3/16, and will remain closed until after the parade.
It's going to be shamrockin' busy in downtown Tampa this weekend due to the St. Patrick's Day parade, spring break and a number of other events.
The…
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Everybody get your roll on! As we celebrate Florida Bike Month, gear up and join the City of Tampa on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, for the exciting re-launch of the popular eBike Voucher Program! The kick-off event will include a hands-on eBike-…
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With the Key to the City now on the minds of the pirates of Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla, city staff across departments are working hard to prepare for their imminent invasion.
From public safety, to clean up, it has been 'all hands hoay' the past…
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Tampa's Vision Zero initiative gaining national acclaim
Tampa's ambitious Vision Zero initiative…
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Mayor Jane Castor and the City of Tampa’s Mobility Department are proud to announce the completion of the first and second phases of safety improvements on Davis Islands, creating safer streets through new bike lanes and enhanced…
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The City of Tampa is partnering with Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful to invite a dozen local artists to create works of art on storm drain concrete tops at Robles Park in Tampa.
The artists' designs will focus on the "Only Rain Down the Drain" educational…
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The downtown Tampa area is expected to see an influx of more than 30,000 people on Saturday, December 9, due to several large-scale events coupled with road closures and on-going construction projects, making navigating in and out of downtown more…
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Committed to making Tampa's streets safer for everyone, regardless of mode of travel, the City of Tampa is excited to announce it has been awarded a $2.6 million grant from the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) to create safer…
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The City of Tampa has received a $1.75 million grant from the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) Build America Bureau to establish and operate a Regional Infrastructure Accelerator (RIA) office that will help move our region forward…
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Safety Improvements Completed Along One of Tampa's Most Popular Corridors
The first…
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From working families to school children and differently-abled individuals, sidewalks are a lifeline to independence and a source of safety for many residents who rely on walking or biking as their means of travel.
The City of Tampa is…
The City of Tampa is…
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UPDATE 8/27/2023: With the impending severe weather headed our way, the City of Tampa is postponing the below press conference planned for Monday morning. The new date will be shared at a later time.
From working families…
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To shed light on the current deteriorating condition of roadways throughout the city, Tampa leaders will host a press conference discussing the critical need for repairs and improvement projects and a pathway to achieve safer roadways.
Mayor Jane…
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The City of Tampa has unveiled its first citywide Mobility Plan, known as Tampa MOVES.
Tampa’s Mobility Department is preparing for the future in a way that has never been done before by making bold MOVES towards redesigning Tampa’s…
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The City of Tampa now has a blueprint to develop a first-class transportation system, and it includes making Tampa’s streets even safer.
Through the Tampa MOVES plan, both near and long-term transportation priorities and projects were…
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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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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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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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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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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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Innovative Redesign Builds on Mobility and Vision Zero Safety Goals with Improved Crosswalks, New Protected Bike Lanes, New Scooter Hub Along Busy Corridor
Mayor Jane Castor announced the completion of an innovative new redesign for…
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The City of Tampa Mobility Team recently installed new All-Way-Stop intersections and crosswalks near Plant High School, making it safer for students, teachers, and staff to cross the street.
"The City of Tampa is committed to making…
"The City of Tampa is committed to making…
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Tampa Water Department crews and contractors are busy working to fix citywide damage triggered by the late December cold snap.
Between December 26, 2022, and December 30, 2022, the Tampa Water Department conducted nearly 100 pipe…
Between December 26, 2022, and December 30, 2022, the Tampa Water Department conducted nearly 100 pipe…
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Moovit delivers a smart mobility experience – multimodal trip planning with eBikes, scooters, and transit, and mobile ticketing for HART – all from one app
The City of Tampa’s Mobility Department is looking for 200 people to participate in a…
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Mayor Jane Castor's "Crosswalks to Classrooms" Initiative is a public art project focused on road safety
This morning, the City of Tampa, Artist Jay Giroux, Walk Bike Tampa, and volunteers will paint a new, brightly-colored crosswalk for…
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The City of Tampa is urging residents to collect and properly dispose of yard waste ahead of potential severe weather expected in the coming days.
City of Tampa Stormwater Service employee removes yard waste from the Hubert Drainage System in South…
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Today, the City of Tampa will celebrate the one-year anniversary of FIX IT FAST, an initiative allowing residents to have repairs such as potholes made within 72-hours after filing a report. The FIX IT FAST Program focuses on delivering timely and…
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Franklin & Zack Street Signal Will Be Converted to Four-Way Stop
This will prioritize pedestrian crossings
The City of Tampa’s Mobility Department will convert the intersection of N Franklin St and E Zack St into a…
This will prioritize pedestrian crossings
The City of Tampa’s Mobility Department will convert the intersection of N Franklin St and E Zack St into a…
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City of Tampa Mobility Crews installing a new four-way stop.
The City of Tampa is working to create safer road conditions by adding more four-way stops near Tampa’s local schools, busy intersections, and within neighborhoods. The City of Tampa's…
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