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WHO: Mayor Jane Castor, Bemetra Salter Liggins and Pastor Tom Scott WHAT: Unveiling of the Housing Affordability Team Recommendations  WHERE: 2609 N. Rome Ave. Tampa, Florida (Located behind Rick’s on the River, enter off Rome…
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Ahead of the NFL postseason, Mayor Jane Castor will drop a Tampa Bay Buccaneers banner at City Hall, supporting the Buccaneers' journey to the Super Bowl. Mayor Castor will also challenge residents and other regional leaders to "raise the flags" and…
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In an effort to practice safe social-distancing we will be holding a media availability via Facebook Live at 4:30 pm today. Dr. Michael will give a quick update on COVID-19 in the region and Mayor Lucas and Mayor Castor will discuss the big game and…
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The City of Tampa Mobility Department has now launched Mayor Jane Castor's FIX IT FAST Initiative. 
 
The City of Tampa's FIX IT FAST Initiative allows for residents to have the following repairs made within 72-hours after filing a…
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In an effort to effectively serve more residents and increase local vaccination rates, the City of Tampa has expanded the operational hours of the Lee Davis Community Center COVID-19 Vaccination site. Starting Monday, September 13, 2021, the site…
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A sold-out crowd is expected to begin arriving at Raymond James Stadium on Thursday afternoon for the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Dallas Cowboys on Thursday, Sept. 9th.  Drivers and pedestrians alike are advised to allow for extra…
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Tampa teens wanting to give back to their community and looking for glimpse into the workings of City Hall are invited to apply for seats on the Mayor’s Youth Corps. The Mayor’s Youth Corps is comprised of students in grades 9, 10, or 11 who live…
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Traffic is expected to be heavy in Downtown Tampa on Thursday, September 9, 2021 for the NFL Kickoff at the Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park. Barricades and signs will be located to assist with traffic flow. Please use caution when driving in the area…
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The Tampa Water Department will temporarily change its water disinfection process to chlorine between September 7-28, 2021. During this period, the department will use chlorine instead of chloramine to disinfect the water distributed to all Water…
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The City of Tampa is taking another big step to support climate action, transparency, and accountability by reporting its full greenhouse gas emissions to the global Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP).   The Carbon Disclosure Project is a not-for-…
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Drinking Water Remains Safe to Drink Starting today, the Tampa Water Department will temporarily change its water disinfection process to chlorine due to a lack of liquid oxygen delivery to the David L. Tippin Water Treatment…
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The Tampa Water Department will temporarily change its water disinfection process to chlorine between September 7-28, 2021. During this period, the department will use chlorine instead of chloramine to disinfect the water distributed to all Water…
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The City of Tampa has selected former reporter, Lauren Rozyla, as the new Media Relations Manager.  Lauren Rozyla is a familiar face in the Tampa Bay community, having worked as a morning show reporter for ABC Action News. She is a self-proclaimed…
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Update: 8/16/2021 - Sandbag distribution has ended.   As Tropical Depression Fred approaches our region, the City of Tampa is making sandbags available to the public starting August 13th at 1 pm.  Sandbags will be available from…
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Tampa Launches New Permit Map, Allowing Residents to See Projects in Their Neighborhood  TAMPA, Fla (August 11, 2021) -- Ever wonder what’s in the works on that big construction site down the street? How big of a home is going up down the street…
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Tampa residents are invited to a virtual Tampa Town Hall series to learn about ongoing initiatives and proposed projects in their neighborhoods.   The series of virtual meetings will take place in each Tampa City Council district, giving residents…
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Today Mayor Jane Castor presented a budget for Fiscal Year 2022 focused on the theme of Strengthening Tampa's Foundation and utilizing  new technology to help Tampa residents more easily see how their money is being spent on city services. "A…
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Please be advised that we are currently experiencing issues with the Esri mapping server. This will cause an issue for all City Esri users and all internal and external web mapping applications. A trouble ticket has been opened and we are actively…
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Tampa Mayor Jane Castor today released video of a sobering conversation with Dr. Jason Wilson, a Tampa General emergency room doctor, hoping to encourage more people to get vaccinated amid a surge in COVID-19 cases. Dr. Wilson said COVID…
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The City of Tampa is pleased to announce the new board members of the Tampa Mayor's Alliance for Persons with Disabilities. Under the auspices of the City of Tampa Mayor's Office, the group serves as an advisory and advocacy group to represent the…
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As a result of the impacts of Tropical Storm Elsa, City of Tampa solid waste services are being affected as follows:  McKay Bay Transfer Station and Scale House located at 114 S. 34th St., will be closing early, to the general…
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As Tropical Storm Elsa approaches our region, the City of Tampa is activating its Citizen Information Center Hotline to help residents get prepared. Tampa's Emergency Hotline will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 6 to answer questions…
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 In a continued effort to help residents prepare for potential flooding from Tropical Storm Elsa, the City of Tampa is extending free sandbag distribution to the public from 8 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, July 6 while supplies last at the following…
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 The City of Tampa today took another step to empower Tampa's communities by launching its new interactive Capital Improvement Projects Viewer. This new citywide mapping application allows Tampa residents to stay informed about projects…
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Fire Chief Barbara Tripp will be sworn in as the department's 22nd Commander on June 25.

WHAT: City Clerk Shirley Foxx-Knowles administers the Oath of Office
WHEN: Friday, June 25, 2021 at 1:30 p.m.…
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Tampa Convention Center has released renderings of its 18 new waterfront meeting rooms. As part of its $38 million Capital Improvement Campaign, the 18 new waterfront meeting rooms will feature floor to ceiling windows with spectacular views of the…
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  Tampa Convention Center and our partners at Aramark are pleased to announce the opening of Datz Riverwalk Café.  The Café is located on the Riverwalk in front of TCC, and its operating hours will be Tuesday through Sunday from 7:30am-11:30am. Menu…
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In observance of Independence Day, City of Tampa Solid Waste Department's administrative offices will be closed on Monday, July 5, 2021. The collections team will work as follows: 

Residential Customers will not receive collection…
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The City is raising a flag and lighting Old City Hall and downtown bridges in celebration of Juneteenth Dozens plan to gather at Tampa's Old City Hall to witness a historic flag raising on June 18.  Mayor Jane Castor, City Councilman Orlando Gudes…
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Tampa Mayor Jane Castor and Nassau County Executive Laura Curran announced a friendly wager today over the outcome of the NHL Stanley Cup Semi-Finals series between the New York Islanders and the Tampa Bay Lightning.

The Lightning are…
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  Since taking office in 2019, Mayor Jane Castor has guided the City of Tampa through a pandemic, a historic Super Bowl hosting experience—and victory, in addition to countless milestones on the path to Transforming Tampa’s Tomorrow. To honor how…
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WHAT: Old City Hall, Curtis Hixon Park and downtown bridges will be lit in rainbow colors this week in honor of Pride Month.  
WHEN: Old City Hall and downtown bridges will shine rainbow starting tonight, June…
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Resilient Tampa, a roadmap towards a stronger and more equitable future, created despite the COVID-19 pandemic, builds upon the city’s assets and strengths to address the most urgent shocks and stresses facing Tampa.  Mayor Jane Castor and the City…
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The City of Tampa will shine a light on its diversity this weekend, as Old City Hall and downtown bridges will light up in multi-colors to celebrate Tampa Pride. WHAT: Old City Hall and downtown bridges will light up in multiple…
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In an effort to make it more convenient for parents to get their eligible children vaccinated, the City of Tampa will be hosting COVID-19 vaccine pop-ups at several of its Parks and Recreation facilities this summer. Parents who have young teens…
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City of Tampa Utilities is warning residents about a phone scam where imposters are telling customers they will have their water service shut off if they do not pay their bill immediately. Several utility customers have received threatening phone…
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In celebration of National Bike-to-Work Day and National Bike Month, you are invited to join Mayor Jane Castor for a bike ride and rally on Friday, May 21. Hosted by the Tampa Downtown Partnership, this Bike-to-Work event will have eight group rides…
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The City of Tampa is sporting its best GO BOLTS spirit to cheer on the Tampa Bay Lightning in the playoffs

WHAT: Old City Hall and downtown bridges will light up blue to cheer on the Tampa Bay Lightning in the playoffs. "…
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WHAT: The Florida Aquarium is providing complimentary tickets to individuals ages 12 and older who receive a vaccination from AdventHealth during the 'Ticket to Outside' campaign.
WHEN: May 19, 2021 from 11 a.m…
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 In observance of Memorial Day, City of Tampa offices will be closed on Monday, May 31, 2021. 

Residential customers will not receive collection service on Monday, May 31, 2021. The revised collection schedule is as follows:
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The American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (AAPRA), in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), is pleased to announce the City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department as a finalist for the 2021…
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The Tampa Police Department will hold its annual Memorial Ceremony on May 11. WHAT:                Blue lights will illuminate Old City Hall, Curtis Hixon Park and downtown bridges at sundown during National Police Week
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"The best decisions are made by local authorities who are closest to the unique health and welfare needs of our communities. We will continue to follow CDC guidelines and encourage all of our residents to get vaccinated so that we can safely return…
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The City of Tampa removed the two-hour max restriction for downtown on-street parking to improve the customer experience and make parking more convenient.

As part of the City of Tampa Parking Division's continuous effort to simplify its…
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Mayor Jane Castor launched Bridges to Business' in 2019 to help increase minority firm participation
WHAT: City of Tampa Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) and Purchasing staff will provide in-
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The City of Tampa is joining hands with Tampa General Hospital and LifeLink of Florida to encourage residents to register as organ, eye, and tissue donors during National Donate Life Month which is observed in April each year. As part of this…
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Additional details on the City of Tampa’s Earth Day celebration Watch the press conference on Facebook live: https://fb.watch/52VYX1PqA8/  Watch the LEED for Cities video: City Of Tampa Gold LEED Certification Read the Florida Climate Week / FL…
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Watch on Facebook live: https://fb.watch/51JXH9GOMB/

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor's Economic Advisory Committee announced key findings aimed at addressing local economic and social disparities during a news conference on April 22. Details…
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In honor of Earth Month, Mayor Jane Castor and the Department of Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management recognized the 2021 3R's Art & Poetry Contest winners in an outdoor ceremony this morning at Julian B Lane Riverfront Park.…
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"A verdict can't undo the tragedy of last summer, but this decision can ensure that George Floyd's life was not lost in vain. 

His death is prompting the law enforcement profession to evolve across our country."