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In observance of Veterans Day, the City of Tampa offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2020. The City of Tampa solid waste residential customers will not be affected by this closure. Commercial Customers will not receive collection…
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Mayor Jane Castor, along with Tampa Police Chief Brian Dugan, will be dedicating the most recent installment of Art on the Block program, a mural at the R.I.C.H House at Robles Park. Local artist Ya Levy La’Ford, who was commissioned to create the…
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The Tampa Water Department Conservation Team recently visited a local Home Depot to install signs to inform the public about the availability of Tampa Bay Water-Wise rebates. Eligible households replacing older toilets may qualify for a $100 rebate…
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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 to discuss recent COVID rates.WHO: Mayor Jane Castor and Charles Lockwood, MD, Dean of the USF Health Morsani…
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On Thursday, October 1, the City of Tampa City Council took the first step needed to enable the start of Tampa Convention Center (TCC) Capital Improvement Project. The project entails necessary upgrades to existing meeting spaces, ballrooms, and…
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Tampa Convention Center to announce new accreditation and design build contractor for its capital improvement campaign. WHO: Mayor Jane Castor, Ms. Carole Post – Administrator for Development and Economic Opportunity, Project Executive,…
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The City of Tampa received four (4) Planning & Design Awards, presented at the Hillsborough County City-County Planning Commission’s 38th Annual Planning & Design Awards virtual event. The awards program is a well-respected tradition that…
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Roundtable is final in a five-part series entitled, “A National Discussion on Achieving an American Breakthrough: Mayors and CEOs in Conversation on Equity, Recovery and Growth” Today, October 27th at 2:00 pm ET, Mayor Jane…
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Who: Mayor Jane Castor; Interim Parks & Recreation Director; Sherisha Hills, and other Departmental Team Members
What: Tampa resident, Lydia Mones will celebrate turning 100 years old on Wednesday, October…
What: Tampa resident, Lydia Mones will celebrate turning 100 years old on Wednesday, October…
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“This is a difficult day for all involved. My thoughts are with the family who lost a loved one under tragic circumstances, with the officers who were put into a position that required them to use deadly force, and the innocent store employees who…
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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.WHO: Mayor Jane Castor and Brian Auld of the Tampa Bay RaysWHAT: Facebook Live Update on the…
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To celebrate an exciting Stanley Cup matchup, Mayor Jane Castor is sending a gift basket full of Tampa treasures to City of Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson. At the start of the Stanley Cup Finals, Mayor Castor and Mayor Johnson made a bet that whichever…
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In an effort to practice safe social-distancing we will be holding a media availability via Facebook Live at 3:30 pm today. WHO: Mayor Jane Castor, Victor Hedman, and Alex KillornWHAT: Facebook Live Update on…
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In honor of Pedestrian Safety Month, the City of Tampa will be increasing public outreach efforts this October to raise awareness about the importance of pedestrian safety, share tips, and challenge the community to be a part of the City’s Vision…
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Mayor Jane Castor and Neighborhood and Community Affairs Administrator Ocea Wynn, selected Sherisha Hills to serve as the interim director of Tampa’s Parks and Recreation Department. Hills is a current City employee who worked for several years as a…
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On Saturday and Sunday, October 3rd and 4th, from 9 am to noon, two new Crosswalks to Classrooms murals will be painted at Edison and Dale Mabry Elementary Schools (weather permitting). Artist Jay Giroux of the READ Movement will paint crosswalk…
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Rebates available to residents, business owners and contractors in Tampa Bay region The City of Tampa has joined five local governments in partnership with Tampa Bay Water and the Southwest Florida Water Management District to save water in the…
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Tomorrow, September 29th at 10:00 a.m. Mayor Jane Castor will be joined by Councilman Charlie Miranda and the Rays mascot Raymond as they “Rays” the Rays flag over Old City Hall and drop a Rays banner on the Tampa municipal office building as they…
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The City of Tampa and Mayor Jane Castor are saluting Gold Star mothers and families by flying the Gold Star Service Flag and lighting Old City Hall purple and gold. Gold Star Mother's and Family’s Day is recognized on the last Sunday in September to…
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Tampa Convention Center has announced that it has achieved Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC) STAR™ accreditation, the gold standard for prepared facilities. Under the guidance of GBAC, a Division of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry…
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With the 2020 presidential election day just over a month away, Mayor Jane Castor is urging the Tampa community to register to vote on National Voter Registration Day. The non-partisan holiday has been observed on the fourth Tuesday of September…
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Lord Stanley's Cup won't be the only prize on the line this month in the NHL finals.Mayor Eric Johnson and Tampa Mayor Jane Castor on Monday announced they have made a friendly wager on the Dallas Stars-Tampa Bay Lightning series."We are extremely…
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On Monday, Sept. 21, Mayor Jane Castor will be joined by Congresswoman Kathy Castor to discuss the $24 million BUILD Grant the City of Tampa received from the U.S. Department of Transportation. WHO: Tampa Mayor Jane CastorU.S. Rep…
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Today, Tampa City Council approved the City of Tampa to purchase a privately-owned downtown lot in order to build additional affordable housing units. The City of Tampa is moving forward with the purchase of a .66-acre parcel at 1312 Tampa St, for $…
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In celebration of the City of Tampa’s fifth Crosswalks to Classrooms project at Broward Elementary School, on Friday, September 19th at 11 am, Mayor Jane Castor and Jacobs, a local engineering consulting firm, will distribute children’s books to the…
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Starting at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 17, there will be lane closures on N Ashley Drive between E Kennedy Boulevard and E Tyler Street for shoulder and median work. Cones and barrels will in place for the duration of work to assist with…
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In an effort to practice safe social-distancing we will be holding a media availability via Facebook Live at 4:00 pm today.
WHO: Mayor Jane Castor and Erik Maltais, CEO of Immertec
WHAT: Facebook…
WHO: Mayor Jane Castor and Erik Maltais, CEO of Immertec
WHAT: Facebook…
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Historic City Hall to be Illuminated in Red, White in Blue in Honor of the Medal of Honor Recipient Mayor Jane Castor, Councilman Luis Viera and Judge E.J. Salcines will mark the start of National Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring…
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Today, Mayor Jane Castor will host Mayor of West Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic for a key presentation as the City of Tampa gifts West Santo Domingo a refuse collection vehicle.
WHO: City of Tampa Mayor Jane Castor and West…
WHO: City of Tampa Mayor Jane Castor and West…
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Starting Monday, September 14, the Tampa Parks and Recreation Department will reopen the following:Athletic fields: all organized field use is coordinated through our Athletics Office and can be reached by emailing TampaAthleticsOffice@tampagov.net …
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Mayor Castor Appoints Gianna Russo as Wordsmith TAMPA, FL (September 11, 2020) Mayor Jane Castor has appointed the City’s first Wordsmith, local writer and educator, Gianna Russo. As part of the Art on the Block program, an initiative by…
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Tampa City Council Chairman Luis Viera has called for an Emergency Special Call meeting of Tampa City Council on March 31, 2020 at 11 a.m. to receive a briefing from Mayor Jane Castor’s Administration on the actions taken in response to the COVID-19…
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In support of the City of Tampa #HappyAtHomeTPA campaign the Tampa Parks and Recreation Department wants to give you a number of resources that make it easy (and fun!) for you and your family while at home, the #HappyAtHomeTPA with TPR webpage. We…
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Mayor Jane Castor will hold a press conference with representatives from Tampa General Hospital, BayCare, and AdventHealth to discuss COVID-19 readiness.Each organization will share important information for patients and healthcare providers, and…
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Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2020Time: 10 a.m.Location: Communications Media Technology (Virtual/Remote)The purpose of this Virtual Special Call Meeting is to discuss and resolve to resume regularly…
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The City of Tampa offices will be closed Friday, April 10, 2020 in observance of Spring Holiday / Good Friday.Visit City of Tampa Holidays for a complete list of observed holidays.
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13 city park trails are scheduled to open on May 4 Residents will soon have more options for outdoor recreation and exercise. The City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department plans to open 13 park trails beginning Monday, May 4 at sunrise.…
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The City of Tampa offices will be closed Monday, May 26, 2020 in observance of Memorial Day.Visit City of Tampa Holidays for a complete list of observed holidays.
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This list reflects information provided to the Tampa Police Department and is subject to change without noticeThe city of Tampa has received information that peaceful protests will take place at following locations and times. 7:00 a.m. - March…
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The Tampa Water Department is extending the valve assessment phase of this project. The work will continue to temporarily affect traffic patterns along the following streets: Along Habana Avenue, starting at W. Hillsborough Avenue and moving south…
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The City of Tampa offices will be closed Friday, July 3, 2020 in observance of Independence Day.Visit City of Tampa Holidays for a complete list of observed holidays.
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The City of Tampa offices will be closed Monday, September 7, 2020 in observance of Labor Day.Visit City of Tampa Holidays for a complete list of observed holidays.
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Tampa Parks and Recreation’s Davis Islands Boat Ramp improvement project is coming to a close and is set to be completed on May 8. The renovations included the replacement of the docks with concrete floating docks, a kayak launch was added, a…
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Beginning Saturday, June 13, the Parks and Recreation Department is opening additional outdoor amenities and recreation facilities. Basketball CourtsVolleyball CourtsShelters, limited to 50Seasonal Pool locations:Copeland Pool, 11001 N 15th St,…
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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 in…
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With classrooms at the University of Tampa empty due to COVID-19, Assistant Professor of Art, Graphic Design, Christina Singer, challenged her students to use their digital design skills to create PSA’s for the Tampa community. “In the same way that…
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As a part of the City’s #HappyAtHomeTPA campaign, Tampa Parks and Recreation is launching a series of online family-friendly videos, activities, and resources to keep Tampa residents occupied and entertained as they practice social distancing. “We…
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The City of Tampa’s Green Spine cycle track, which currently runs through Downtown Tampa, as part of Mayor Castor’s Transforming Tampa’s Tomorrow platform with a focus on Vision Zero, is being extended into West Tampa and Ybor City. Phase 2 of the…
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30 years ago, on July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed, securing equal opportunity for people with disabilities. Today, the City of Tampa remains fully committed to providing equitable access to the City’s programs and…
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The City of Tampa Wastewater Department is seeking public comment on a proposed application for a CDBG-MIT General Infrastructure Program Grant for the rehabilitation of nine (9) areas within the wastewater collection system. The work will include…
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