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STEM Campers Showcase Robotic Trash bin at Solid Waste STEM Workshop
City of Tampa Solid Waste Department will host a workshop with a local Summer science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) Camp, Quest STEM. The camp…
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Motorists Can Access Businesses from Hillsborough or Osborne Beginning Aug. 22, 2022, North Florida Avenue will be closed to thru traffic from East Hillsborough Avenue to East Osborne Avenue. The closure will last at least…
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The Tampa Police Department will celebrate and honor a City of Tampa Solid Waste Driver today for helping a toddler make it home safe after the child was found playing outdoors alone last month.
On June 30, Jamal Powell, a solid waste…
On June 30, Jamal Powell, a solid waste…
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Mayor Jane Castor, alongside the Democratic Mayors Association and Democratic mayors across the country, today highlighted the City of Tampa’s participation in “Mayors Stopping Crime.” As part of the nationwide effort in which mayors are taking…
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Today, Mayor Jane Castor, City of Tampa staff and neighborhood leaders will celebrate the creation of a new mural at the Gwen Miller Community Center, created by award-winning local artist and activist, Nneka Jones.
The mural, "History Starts Here…
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The City of Tampa and Tampa Fire Rescue are proud to announce the grand opening of Fire Station 25, an exclusive “rescue station” to serve the Sulphur Springs community and the surrounding neighborhoods.
In September 2021, Tampa City Council…
In September 2021, Tampa City Council…
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On Friday, Tampa City Councilman Luis Viera, City staff, and veteran organizations from across the Tampa Bay will gather outside Old City Hall for a flag-raising ceremony in recognition of National Purple Heart Day.
The Purple Heart is…
The Purple Heart is…
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Operators of the City of Tampa's newest trash boat, Litter Skimmer, will be giving a waste reduction and litter lesson to nearly 50 Florida Aquarium campers and staff.
On Thursday, August 4 at 10:00 a.m., Campers and staff will learn how the boat…
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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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The City Council of the City of Tampa, Florida (the "Issuer"), shall cause a public hearing to be held by an attorney of Bryant Miller Olive P.A. ("BMO"), as appointed hearing officer on behalf of the Issuer, to hear public comments regarding its…
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Paul Martinez is president of the National Federation of the Blind of Florida and an employee of the Tampa Convention Center.
32nd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) On Tuesday, July 26
Old City Hall will…
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The City of Tampa Wastewater Department has now invested in 64 portable generators, a critical step in strengthening and improving the City’s infrastructure and response time during hurricane season.
On Monday, media crews are invited to…
On Monday, media crews are invited to…
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Mayor Castor to Join Parks & Recreation Kids
On Underwater Walk at The Florida Aquarium New SeaTREK program will engage underserved communities with meaningful connection to the water The Florida Aquarium will host Tampa Mayor Jane…
On Underwater Walk at The Florida Aquarium New SeaTREK program will engage underserved communities with meaningful connection to the water The Florida Aquarium will host Tampa Mayor Jane…
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Rewarding good work, and recruiting and retaining great employees is key, Mayor Castor says
City of Tampa officials and leaders of Tampa’s employee unions have reached tentative agreements on three-year employment contracts months…
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Effective July 1, New Law Prohibits Use of "pump and return" by Grease Haulers
Florida’s food service businesses are now facing stronger regulations regarding grease disposal, in an effort to prevent clogs, blockages and…
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The Tampa Water Department will be purchasing water from Tampa Bay Water (TBW) for several weeks beginning on Monday, July 18, 2022.
Why this purchase is necessary: To comply with the…
Why this purchase is necessary: To comply with the…
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Plans for a new, state-of-the-art recreation complex took a big step forward Tuesday, as the City of Tampa closed on the purchase of the Penny Saver Food Market Property next to Fair Oaks Park on North 34th Street.
The 1.8-acre purchase will…
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City of Tampa Hiring Dozens of Positions
The City of Tampa is proud to partner with CareerSource Tampa Bay’s (CSTB) summer jobs program, called Tampa Bay Summer Hires, as they extend the registration deadline until March 31, 2022…
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The City of Tampa Mobility Department will hold a Virtual Public Meeting on July 12, 2022, @ 6:00 p.m., for Roadway Safety Improvements along Tampa Palms Blvd. from Bruce B Downs Blvd. to Bruce B Downs Blvd., south loop. More...
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Mayor Jane Castor will be available at 1:00 p.m. to discuss our amazing Tampa Bay Lightning, the first team to reach the Stanley Cup Finals three years in a row in nearly 40 years.
“This year’s team fought through so many injuries, battled back…
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On Thursday, June 23, 2022, tens of thousands of kids and adults at aquatic facilities around the world will unite for the 13th year in a row to spread the word Swimming Lessons Save Lives.™
A global event, The World's…
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Mayor Castor Nominates Chair Citro to FLC Board of Directors
Mayor Jane Castor announced today that she has nominated Council Chair Joseph Citro to serve as the City of Tampa’s representative on the Florida League of Cities (FLC) Board of…
Mayor Jane Castor announced today that she has nominated Council Chair Joseph Citro to serve as the City of Tampa’s representative on the Florida League of Cities (FLC) Board of…
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CITY AND COMMUNITY TO
DISCUSS SOUTH OF GANDY'S FUTURE
Driven by Mayor Jane Castor's continuous push for sustainability and resiliency in the thoughtful planning of Tampa's future, the City Planning Department is inviting all members of…
DISCUSS SOUTH OF GANDY'S FUTURE
Driven by Mayor Jane Castor's continuous push for sustainability and resiliency in the thoughtful planning of Tampa's future, the City Planning Department is inviting all members of…
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WHO: Mayor Jane Castor, Rays President Brian Auld, Rays players Tyler Glasnow and Brandon Lowe, kids and community partners
WHAT: Ribbon Cutting and Remarks
WHEN: Saturday, June 11 at 11:00 a.m (Participant Check-in begins at 10:30 a.m…
WHAT: Ribbon Cutting and Remarks
WHEN: Saturday, June 11 at 11:00 a.m (Participant Check-in begins at 10:30 a.m…
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Meet Felix Bello, Fleet Specification Officer for the City of Tampa. He’s proud to facilitate the City’s transition to electric vehicles.
City of Tampa Fleet Team Completes 13,000 Work Orders, 38,000 Repairs this Year
Keeping City’s…
Keeping City’s…
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Memorial Park Cemetery in East Tampa The City of Tampa is committing time, money, and manpower to protect many historic burial grounds that have been previously forgotten or abandoned. This includes taking over the maintenance, trimming…
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Artist Rendering of the new underground Bayshore Boulevard Pump Station, located at 3300 Bayshore Blvd, directly across from Monte Carlo Towers.
(05/03/2022): Public Meeting to discuss Bayshore Boulevard Pumping Station…
(05/03/2022): Public Meeting to discuss Bayshore Boulevard Pumping Station…
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Foundation for Tampa's Neighborhoods will drastically reduce the likelihood of water main breaks and wastewater cave ins.
WHO: Mayor Jane Castor, Brad Baird, Deputy Administrator of Infrastructure
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WHO: Mayor Jane Castor, Brad Baird, Deputy Administrator of Infrastructure
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This year’s event features cultural exhibitors and youth performers
Community members are invited to take part in the City of Tampa’s Third Annual Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony and Festival on Friday, June 17, 2022. The event will…
Community members are invited to take part in the City of Tampa’s Third Annual Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony and Festival on Friday, June 17, 2022. The event will…
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The Tampa Bay Lightning are gearing up for yet another Stanley Cup Final! We have no doubt our boys are going for the three-peat, and Mayor Jane Castor has arranged a little bet with Mayor Michael B. Hancock of Denver to prove it.…
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Mayor Castor and the Department of Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management, in partnership with Titus O’Neil and Nestle, are holding a kick-off ceremony for a Water Bottle Recycling Challenge. Nestle and the Bullard Family Foundation have…
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A new memorial honoring Gold Star families was unveiled at Tampa’s MacDill Park during a ceremony on Saturday. Please find the video here /cable.
The Gold Star Families Memorial Monument will serve to honor the more than 300 Gold Star families…
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City of Tampa mayor, Jane Castor, and City of St Petersburg mayor, Rick Kriseman, team up for a COVID-19 video PSA. Both mayors are committed to protecting their residents, and they recognize that coronavirus does not stop at the water’s edge.
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The City of Tampa has enlisted the help of local WWE Super Star and community advocate, Titus O’Neil, to stress the importance of wearing a mask.
In a series of video PSA’s Titus confronts individuals spotted not wearing masks, reminding them to…
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BEHIND THE SCENES LOOK:
Crews Will Remove and Repair Aging
Raw-Water Pump
Key Part of Modernizing Water Department Infrastructure The Tampa Water Department is providing a unique, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to maintain…
Raw-Water Pump
Key Part of Modernizing Water Department Infrastructure The Tampa Water Department is providing a unique, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to maintain…
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The City of Tampa Department of Solid Waste and Environmental Program Management, as well as other cities nationwide, is celebrating National Waste and Recycling Workers Week from June 13 to June 18.
The women and men of Tampa's Solid Waste…
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Nearly a hundred people got their first introduction to rowing earlier today at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park.
The City of Tampa Parks & Recreation Department, CANDO Sports' Team Tampa Rowing, and The Tampa Athletic Club hosted the 22nd Annual…
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The City of Tampa has set up a detour to route drivers from Brorein, south on Bayshore Blvd, west on W. Verne St, and north on S. Plant Ave.
Intersection of W. Brorein and S. Parker Closed for Emergency Work
Will Remain Closed for 2 Weeks…
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Parking to Get Easier for Florida Aquarium Visitors
with City of Tampa Parking Division Parking at the Florida Aquarium is about to get even easier! The City of Tampa's Parking Division will begin providing an automated parking solution,…
with City of Tampa Parking Division Parking at the Florida Aquarium is about to get even easier! The City of Tampa's Parking Division will begin providing an automated parking solution,…
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Community Members Invited to Learn How to Row
22nd Annual "National Learn to Row Day"
Join us this weekend and learn to row! The City of Tampa Parks & Recreation Department, CANDO Sports' Team Tampa Rowing, and The Tampa Athletic…
22nd Annual "National Learn to Row Day"
Join us this weekend and learn to row! The City of Tampa Parks & Recreation Department, CANDO Sports' Team Tampa Rowing, and The Tampa Athletic…
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Mayor Jane Castor, along with Daniel Noah from the National Weather Service, Tampa Fire Rescue Fire Chief Barbara Tripp, Tampa Police Chief Mary O’Connor and Brad Baird will discuss the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season and how residents can prepare to…
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In addition to taxpayer savings, the greater principal will also allow the City to move forward on important projects for Tampa’s development and economic prosperity, including the new City Center at Hanna Ave.
Strong governance...Very strong…
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The City of Tampa is closing down its three planned sandbag distribution sites for Sunday, June 5.
Total Sandbags Distributed (since opening on Friday, June 3)
Himes Avenue Complex– 50
MacFarlane Park - 130
Al Barnes Park – 100…
Himes Avenue Complex– 50
MacFarlane Park - 130
Al Barnes Park – 100…
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In an effort to improve efficiency in the permitting process, Development and Growth Management's Construction Services will be hosting a specialized course for those interested in becoming certified private arborists.
Upon completion, the…
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MEDIA AVAILABILITY TODAY 11:30 A.M.
WHO: John Antapasis, TFR Emergency Coordinator
WHAT: Interview available on the coordination of our Emergency Response Crews in preparing for a weather event and the importance of ensuring you are prepared…
WHAT: Interview available on the coordination of our Emergency Response Crews in preparing for a weather event and the importance of ensuring you are prepared…
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WHO: City of Tampa Workforce Development team and community partners
DATE: June 7, 2022
TIME: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Port Tampa Bay Cruise Terminal 3 (15 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602)
Signing Day Returns,…
DATE: June 7, 2022
TIME: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Port Tampa Bay Cruise Terminal 3 (15 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602)
Signing Day Returns,…
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TAMPA POLICE CHIEF TO DELIVER PROCLAMATION
HONORING THOSE AFFECTED BY GUN VIOLENCE WHO: Tampa Police Chief Mary O'Connor, State Attorney Andrew Warren, Gail Powell-Cope, Florida Moms Demand Action, Miguel Ynoa, Florida Students Demand Action…
HONORING THOSE AFFECTED BY GUN VIOLENCE WHO: Tampa Police Chief Mary O'Connor, State Attorney Andrew Warren, Gail Powell-Cope, Florida Moms Demand Action, Miguel Ynoa, Florida Students Demand Action…
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Mayor Jane Castor and Dr. Charles Lockwood, Senior Vice President of USF Health and Dean of the Morsani College of Medicine, invite the public to tune in to a Facebook Live discussion on the latest on rising COVID-19 case numbers in Hillsborough…
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Community members, City of Tampa employees, and media members are invited to join Mayor Jane Castor, Equality Florida, and the Tampa Bay LGBT Chamber for an LGBT flag-raising ceremony to celebrate and recognize the importance of Pride Month in our…
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Tampa City Council Chairman Joseph Citro and the Columbia Restaurant Group will be joined by City Staff to reveal the enhanced crosswalk / Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) near Casa Santo Stefano in Historic Ybor City.
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