Mayor Jane Castor and the Tampa City Council will be sworn into office today at 9 a.m. at Armature Works in Tampa.
The ceremony will mark the beginning of Mayor Castor's second term and the start of a new council term.
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As part of Tampa’s ambitious drive to strengthen Tampa’s resiliency and upgrade critical infrastructure, the city’s Wastewater Department is overhauling several pumping stations, its collection system of sewer mainlines and pipes, and beginning the…
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After Mayor Jane Castor and seven City Council members were sworn in for new, four-year terms today, the mayor touted Tampa's key ingredients for success: Unity, collaboration, and far-sighted thinking.
"The next four years will be about…
"The next four years will be about…
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City of Tampa Mobility Department To Host Live eBike Voucher Lottery
WHAT: The City of Tampa Mobility Department will host a live drawing of the first 20 eBike Voucher recipients at 11 a.m.
A spinning lottery drum will be used to select the…
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In a continued effort to support Tampa’s urban tree canopy, the City of Tampa is excited to host the 2nd annual Mayor Jane’s Tree Giveaway, distributing 1,000 free trees to community residents. residents.
Tampa residents with a yard can…
Tampa residents with a yard can…
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Mayor Jane Castor today called on Tampa to renew and re-energize its commitment to maintaining a word class tree canopy, setting a goal of planting 30,000 new trees by 2030.
“I am enlisting everyone - city government, individuals,…
“I am enlisting everyone - city government, individuals,…
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WHAT: Today, Mayor Jane Castor is unveiling new tree initiatives to protect and improve the city's tree canopy. The Mayor is calling on Tampa to renew and re-energize its commitment to maintaining a world class tree canopy, setting…
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WHAT: Today, Mayor Jane Castor will cast her vote for the City of Tampa Municipal Run-off Election. The mayor is encouraging everyone to go vote.
DATE: Tuesday, April 25, 2023
TIME: 3:30…
DATE: Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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Mayor Jane Castor and the Tampa City Council will be sworn into office on May 1 at 9 a.m. at Armature Works in Tampa.
The ceremony will mark the beginning of Mayor Castor's second term and the start of a new council term.
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The ceremony will mark the beginning of Mayor Castor's second term and the start of a new council term.
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Do your kids love big trucks? The City of Tampa is proud to host Florida’s SWANA Road-e-o, a Solid Waste truck driving competition on Saturday, April 29th from 8AM – 1PM.
Solid Waste drivers from across the state will be competing in obstacle…
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This Earth Day, the public is invited to learn how to keep their landscapes healthy and thriving while saving a precious resource: our water!
The Tampa Water Department Conservation team will be offering a series of mini workshops on Saturday,…
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From launching a new homeless shelter, to helping a woman who is losing her eyesight develop the life skills she needs to remain living in her home independently, Tampa's residents have benefited in countless ways from federal grant programs, such…
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HOPE COTTAGES UNVEILED
Tampa Hope is enhancing its sheltering services for people experiencing homelessness with the addition of 100 new, freestanding structures known as Hope Cottages™.
Over the past week, crews have been assembling…
Over the past week, crews have been assembling…
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WHO: Maria Gomez, Mayor Jane Castor, Paint Your Heart Out Volunteers
DATE: Saturday, April 22, 2023
TIME: 8:00 AM - Mayor's Arrival
LOCATION: Maria Gomez's home at 1208 E. Ida St 33603 TAMPA GETS READY TO "PAINT YOUR HEART OUT…
DATE: Saturday, April 22, 2023
TIME: 8:00 AM - Mayor's Arrival
LOCATION: Maria Gomez's home at 1208 E. Ida St 33603 TAMPA GETS READY TO "PAINT YOUR HEART OUT…
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Rowlett Park Community Clean-up Celebrates Earth Day and Global Youth Service Day
The City of Tampa Parks & Recreation Department and Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful in partnership with Learn and Serve Tampa Inc. are hosting a community cleanup this…
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WHO: Mayor Jane Castor will join Bishop Gregory Parkes, of the Catholic Diocese of St. Petersburg, and Maggie Rogers, executive director of Catholic Charities, for the unveiling of 100 new Hope Cottages built at Tampa Hope.
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Mayor Jane Castor and the Department of Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management will be honoring the 2023 3R’s Art & Poetry Contest winners.
A ceremony will be held at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park on Wednesday, April 19…
A ceremony will be held at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park on Wednesday, April 19…
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For the sixth year in a row, the Tampa Bay Lightning are in the NHL Playoffs. Mayor Jane Castor and the Lightning are celebrating with a banner drop at Tampa City Hall today at 12 p.m.
The group will ascend to the top of City Hall in a Tampa Fire…
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For the sixth year in a row, the Tampa Bay Lightning are in the NHL Playoffs. Mayor Jane Castor and the Lightning are celebrating with a banner drop at Tampa City Hall on Monday, April 17 at 12:00 p.m.
The group will ascend to the top…
The group will ascend to the top…
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The Tampa Convention Center is anticipating a busy weekend April 15 & 16, during the Tampa United Volleyball Slam and Next Level Nationals Cheer & Dance Competitions.
Drivers, please expect extra traffic volume in Downtown Tampa near the…
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Matilda Martinez Garcia
Each year the award recognizes a person or organization that has made extraordinary contributions to the betterment of Hillsborough County’s Hispanic community. Established in 2013, the award honors the late…
Each year the award recognizes a person or organization that has made extraordinary contributions to the betterment of Hillsborough County’s Hispanic community. Established in 2013, the award honors the late…
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Community members are invited to participate in a free eBike demonstration where they will have a chance to test drive an electric-powered bike and learn more about the City of Tampa’s new eBike voucher program.
The demonstration takes…
The demonstration takes…
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The Tampa Convention Center is nominated for Best Convention Center in the Southeast in the 2023 Stella Awards. The awards recognize outstanding quality and service in the meetings industry, and honor facilities that consistently deliver exemplary…
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As Taylor Swift prepares to take the stage at Raymond James Stadium for The Eras Tour this week, the Swifties at City Hall have been working on a plan to welcome the star to our city.
Cities that have hosted the singer during The Eras…
Cities that have hosted the singer during The Eras…
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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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Tampa Parks & Recreation celebrates 30 years partnering with CANDO Sports, enhancing and expanding sports programs and activities for youth athletes across the city.
In honor of their 30th Anniversary, CANDO is donating $30,000 to…
In honor of their 30th Anniversary, CANDO is donating $30,000 to…
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WHAT: Mayor Jane Castor will join Seniors in Service staff and more than 50 classroom grandparents participating in emotional intelligence and child literacy training.
DATE: Monday, April 3, 2023
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DATE: Monday, April 3, 2023
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WHAT: To celebrate March Madness, Mayor Jane Castor is facing off against members of the University of Tampa and University of South Florida women’s basketball teams for a Basketball Challenge. The Mayor and student athletes will participate in a…
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The Water Department is launching a two-year pilot program that will test ultrasonic technology to reduce algae growth in a selected area of the Hillsborough River reservoir. The program will consist of two ultrasonic buoys. The buoys create an…
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In observance of the Spring Holiday, the City of Tampa offices will be closed on Friday, April 7, 2023.
Residential customers will not receive collection service on Friday, April 7, 2023. The revised collection schedule is as…
Residential customers will not receive collection service on Friday, April 7, 2023. The revised collection schedule is as…
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The City of Tampa will light up Old City Hall, the Tampa Riverwalk, and Downtown Bridges in the colors of the rainbow on March 25, 2023, at sunset in honor of Tampa Pride.
The annual Tampa Pride Diversity Parade will take place on March…
The annual Tampa Pride Diversity Parade will take place on March…
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The City of Tampa is proud to announce that on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, Downtown bridges, Old City Hall, and the Tampa Riverwalk will be lit up in red to show support for the American Red Cross Giving Day. This annual event is an opportunity for…
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Cuts Permit Review Time by Over 75 Percent to Keep Up with City's Growth
As more businesses continue to open and expand in Tampa and more people move into the city, the Water Department is continuing to devote resources to keep up with the city's…
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The City of Tampa's Solid Waste Department is re-launching the "Spring It Forward" Initiative, designed to help reduce extra waste and its environmental impact during the spring-cleaning season.
With the initiative's launch in Spring 2022, The City…
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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. The…
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MAYOR CASTOR ANNOUNCING LAUNCH OF
TAMPA SOULWALK A NEW ART AND HERITAGE TRAIL CELEBRATING TAMPA’S BLACK COMMUNITIES Visitors can experience nearly 100 public artworks and historic sites using a free digital guide and printed map of walking…
TAMPA SOULWALK A NEW ART AND HERITAGE TRAIL CELEBRATING TAMPA’S BLACK COMMUNITIES Visitors can experience nearly 100 public artworks and historic sites using a free digital guide and printed map of walking…
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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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Deadline is June 30
Award season is underway in your neighborhood! The Community Water Wise Awards program is now taking applications from residents and businesses with beautiful, water-efficient landscapes. The program is a collaborative effort…
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Today, Tampa's Parks & Recreation Department in partnership with Derek Jeter’s Turn 2 Foundation, kick-off their 13th annual youth baseball clinic.
The Tampa Baseball Clinic is a free three-day program that teaches participants…
The Tampa Baseball Clinic is a free three-day program that teaches participants…
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The City of Tampa is proud to announce its participation in AmeriCorps Week from March 12-18, 2023. During this week, we recognize the commitment of millions of Americans who have chosen to serve their country through AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps…
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The City of Tampa is taking a stand to tackle trash, launching a sweeping new anti-litter campaign, Keep It Clean, Tampa. This is to motivate everyone in our community to join the fight against trash and litter.
To celebrate the start of…
To celebrate the start of…
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Tampa Fire Station 19 Receives New Rescue Vehicle
Filling Critical Need in South of Gandy Community
For the first time in 25 years, Tampa’s South of Gandy neighborhood will have a second rescue vehicle at Tampa Fire Rescue Station 19, filling a…
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The City of Tampa has appointed Stephen Benson as Director of the City Planning Department. His appointment follows the retirement of long-time City Planner Randy Goers.
In this role, Benson will continue to lead the City’s…
In this role, Benson will continue to lead the City’s…
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The City of Tampa has been awarded nearly $2 million to put toward one of its affordable housing programs.
On Wednesday, January 12, 2022, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced it will distribute more than…
On Wednesday, January 12, 2022, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced it will distribute more than…
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The City of Tampa announced another step in its march to provide more affordable housing across all communities.
A Request for Proposal (RFP) has been released for a seven acre property located at the northeast corner of 47th and…
A Request for Proposal (RFP) has been released for a seven acre property located at the northeast corner of 47th and…
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Mayor Jane Castor is joined by City Council Chairman Orlando Gudes (left) and Darrick Fullwood (right), owner of AAA Restoration and Builders, LLC.
Local developers awarded city-owned lots to build affordable housing are breaking ground and…
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Watch the introductory video to the Tampa Office of Human Rights.
At a time when securing and facilitating the creation of affordable housing options in the City of Tampa is of utmost importance, Mayor Jane Castor has joined the nationwide…
At a time when securing and facilitating the creation of affordable housing options in the City of Tampa is of utmost importance, Mayor Jane Castor has joined the nationwide…
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PROTECTING TAMPA'S CANOPY THROUGH RESEARCH AND RESIDENT PARTICIPATION
The City of Tampa and the University of South Florida are conducting the fourth urban ecological analysis of Tampa's tree canopy, and for the first time, researchers have…
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CITY AND DEVELOPERS JOIN FORCES TO INCREASE TAMPA'S AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Mayor Jane Castor's goal of facilitating the creation of 10,000 affordable homes by 2027 is making headway with the first of 17 affordable homes from Phase II of the City of…
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Starting today (June 21, 2022), the City of Tampa is launching a Housing Information Line, connecting people with housing resources, including avenues to avoid eviction, support in navigating landlord/tenant…
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