University of Tampa

News & Public Notices

News Community Partnerships and Neighborhood Engagement, News General, News Mayor Office, News Tampa Police

 The City of Tampa is hosting an interactive training session designed to empower neighborhood associations and crime watch groups. The registration deadline is Thursday, September 26.On…

News Emergency Management, News General, News Solid Waste

As severe weather sets in and the threat of storm surge and flooding increases into the evening and night, the City of Tampa will remain closed through Friday.Additionally, Solid Waste services will…

News Emergency Management, News General, News Tampa Fire Rescue, News Tampa Police

Storm SurgeGaining strength as it moves up the Florida Gulf Coast, Hurricane Helene is creating potentially life-threatening conditions for communities along the state's western coastline, including…

News General

TAMPA, Fla. (September 26, 2024) -- The Department of Solid Waste will suspend services through Friday, September 27, 2024 due to Hurricane Helene and will resume normal operations on Monday,…

News City Council, News Emergency Management, News General, News Parks and Recreation, News Solid Waste

Due to the impending arrival of Tropical Storm Helene, all City of Tampa offices will be closed on Thursday, September 26. This closure allows city staff to focus on emergency response efforts as the…

News Emergency Management, News General, News Tampa Fire Rescue, News Tampa Police

In preparation for Hurricane Helene, the City of Tampa will begin a partial activation of the Emergency Operations Center this evening.With the impact of Helene expected to be felt in the Tampa Bay…

News Emergency Management, News General, News Mayor Office, News Tampa Fire Rescue, News Tampa Police

The City of Tampa will hold a press conference at 5:30 PM today, September 25, at the Emergency Operations Center to provide the public with updates on the city’s preparations for Hurricane Helene,…

News Emergency Management, News General, News Transportation and Stormwater Services

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.…

News Emergency Management, News General, News Solid Waste

The Department of Solid Waste will be revising services in preparation for Tropical Storm Helene.The revised schedule is as follows:Residential collection:Garbage, recycling, and yard waste…

News Emergency Management, News General, News Water Department

Tropical Storm Helene expected to impact the Tampa Bay area by Thursday, the City of Tampa is taking proactive steps to prepare our community, with special focus on water, stormwater, and wastewater…

News City Council, News General

The City of Tampa, in partnership with the Junior League of Tampa, will be collecting diapers the week of September 23 for local families in need. The donation drive will kick off with a flag-raising…

News Emergency Management, News General, News Parks and Recreation

In advance of what is expected to become Hurricane Helene impacting the Gulf Coast, the City of Tampa is opening sandbag distribution sites begin tomorrow, Tuesday, September 24, at 8 a.m.Sandbag…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (September 21, 2024) -- Tampa Police arrested 30-year-old Jerome Parker on murder charges after a deadly shooting in Copeland Park last month.On August 09, 2024, officers responded to…

News City Council, News General

The City of Tampa, in partnership with the Junior League of Tampa, will be collecting diapers the week of September 23 for local families in need. The donation drive will kick off with a flag raising…

News Tampa Police

On Thursday morning, September 19, 2024, the Tampa Police Department arrested 21-year-old Sebastian Scott (black male, 9/29/2002), in connection with an armed robbery that occurred at the 29th Street…

News Community Partnerships and Neighborhood Engagement, News General, News Mayor Office

The City of Tampa is hosting an interactive training session designed to empower neighborhood associations and crime watch groups.On Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 9 AM to 2 PM, local volunteers…

News General, News Mayor Office, News Transportation and Stormwater Services

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…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, FL. (September 18, 2024) — Tampa Police have arrested 42-year-old Maria Montesino (Hispanic female 08/20/1982), who robbed the Grow Financial Federal Credit Union located in the 1700 block of…

News General

Tampa to Celebrate its Second Annual World Car-Free Day on September 22, 2024Joining more than 2,000 cities in 46 countries, Tampa will celebrate its second consecutive World Car-Free Day on Sunday,…

News General, News Mayor Office, News Sustainability & Resilience

On its first year anniversary, the City of Tampa’s City Center at Hanna Avenue is proud to announce it has achieved one of the most prestigious green building certifications for its commitment to…

News Convention Center

You may hear some cannon sounds coming from the Tampa Convention Center Front Drive (near The Sail Plaza) on Friday, September 20. No, Gasparilla isn't here early! It's for a private event.The Ye…

News City Council, News General

The City of Tampa is gearing up for the 2nd Annual HBCU “U-KNOW” Day, hosted by City Councilwoman Gwendolyn “Gwen” Henderson. The community-driven event celebrates Historically Black Colleges and…

News City Council, News General, News Mayor Office

The City of Tampa will hold a ceremony to rename a portion of N. Albany Avenue in honor of the late Dr. Walter L. Smith, a Tampa native and former president of Florida A&M University (FAMU).The…

News City Council, News General

Tampa Honors Legacy of Dr. Walter L. Smith with Street Renaming CeremonyThe City of Tampa will hold a ceremony to rename a portion of N. Albany Avenue in honor of the late Dr. Walter L. Smith, a…

News General

City of Tampa is Doubling its Paving CapacityThe City of Tampa is excited to announce the acquisition of a brand-new paving machine that, along with eight new hires, effectively doubles the City's in…