As residents brace for what could be the coldest Christmas in decades, the Tampa Water Department is taking a proactive approach to make sure our service continues to run, uninterrupted through the holiday weekend.
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A new collection schedule is now available for Christmas and New Year’s holidays. In observance of Christmas Day, City of Tampa offices will be closed on Friday, December 23, 2022, and Monday, December 26, 2022. In observance of New Year’s Day, City…
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CITY OF TAMPA MENORAH LIGHTING
CHANUKAH IN THE CITY ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2022
Please join the City of Tampa, Chabad CHAI South Tampa and Chabad of Tampa Bay for Tampa’s largest Chanukah Festival as we light up the night in…
CHANUKAH IN THE CITY ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2022
Please join the City of Tampa, Chabad CHAI South Tampa and Chabad of Tampa Bay for Tampa’s largest Chanukah Festival as we light up the night in…
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The Martin Luther King Parade Foundation, Inc., is gearing up its 2023 activities to celebrate the life and legacy of Civil Rights Activist the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
The Foundation kicks off the new year with the annual MLK Parade…
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New Bikes Being Delivered to Tampa Kids
Through onbikes and Caroling with Castor
For the fourth year in a row, Mayor Jane Castor and community partners will make surprise deliveries of brand new bikes to deserving kids throughout the City of Tampa…
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A new collection schedule is now available for Christmas and New Year’s holidays. In observance of Christmas Day, City of Tampa offices will be closed on Friday, December 23, 2022, and Monday, December 26, 2022. In observance of New Year’s Day, City…
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Bridges to Business Connects Small Businesses with Big Opportunities
The City of Tampa is now providing new opportunities for small, minority subcontractors contractors across the Tampa Bay Area to get involved with City of Tampa Construction…
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Security is everyone’s responsibility. With large events such as Gasparilla happening in Tampa, event safety and crowd control are of utmost priority. That is why the Tampa Convention Center has partnered with Visit Tampa Bay to host this training…
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The City of Tampa has implemented a new pilot project focused on improving accessibility for people that are blind or visually impaired.
The City has worked alongside assistive technology company Lazarillo to create…
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City of Tampa Prioritizing Pedestrians, Bicyclists with Citywide “Walk Signal” Overhaul
WHAT: The City of Tampa has hit a new milestone in our citywide rollout of leading pedestrian intervals, a key step in prioritizing…
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Moovit delivers a smart mobility experience – multimodal trip planning with eBikes, scooters, and transit, and mobile ticketing for HART – all from one app
The City of Tampa’s Mobility Department is looking for 200 people to participate in a…
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City of Tampa employees delivered holiday gift baskets to nearly 200 Tampa families today to help make the season extra special.
For the past several weeks, City departments have collected non-perishable food items, grocery store gift cards, and…
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After many years of anticipation, North Tampa residents will soon have a brand-new, state-of-the-art multipurpose sports field at Forest Hills Park. The City of Tampa, Mayor Jane Castor, and Tampa City Council Members approved nearly $4.2M in…
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Community members, including residents of a nearby senior center, can now enjoy new sidewalks, pedestrian connections, crosswalks, and extended trails at Takomah Trail Park in North Tampa. This is all part of a plan to increase accessibility and…
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Mayor Jane Castor Accepts Resignation of TPD Chief Mary O’Connor
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor has requested and received the resignation of Police Chief Mary O'Connor, following the completion of an Internal Affairs investigation into a recent…
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor has requested and received the resignation of Police Chief Mary O'Connor, following the completion of an Internal Affairs investigation into a recent…
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Mayor Jane Castor's "Crosswalks to Classrooms" Initiative is a public art project focused on road safety
This morning, the City of Tampa, Artist Jay Giroux, Walk Bike Tampa, and volunteers will paint a new, brightly-colored crosswalk for students…
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Mayor Jane Castor has issued the following statement:
"Police Chief Mary O'Connor has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of an investigation into a recent traffic stop. Assistant Chief Lee Bercaw is serving as acting Chief."
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Safer Crosswalk Coming to Just Elementary School in West Tampa
Mayor Jane Castor's "Crosswalks to Classrooms" Initiative is a public art project focused on road safety
This Saturday, the City of Tampa, Artist Jay Giroux, Walk Bike Tampa, and…
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Thursday, December 1, 2022
Old City Hall, located at 315 E. Kennedy Blvd., lit up in red.
Tonight at sundown, the City of Tampa will light up Old City Hall in red to commemorate World AIDS Day.
This important awareness day remains a time to…
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On Saturday, December 3, the community is invited to join in on the holiday fun as the 2022 Santa Fest Parade returns to downtown Tampa, followed by the annual Tampa Tree Lighting in Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park.
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The City of Tampa invites the community to come out for Illuminate East Tampa, where community leaders will light up a floating Christmas tree at Robert L. Cole, Sr. Community Lake.
Illuminate East Tampa, beginning at 5:00 PM on Friday, December 2…
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City of Tampa Solid Waste Concludes Hurricane Ian and Hurricane Nicole Vegetative Debris Cleanup
The City of Tampa Department of Solid Waste and Environmental Program Management will conclude its Hurricane-related Ian and Nicole Vegetative Debris…
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#ShopSmallTampa Directory Aims to give Businesses, Consumers a Holiday Boost
The seasonal directory will be available at tampagov.net/ShopSmallTampa from November 24 to December 31 The City of Tampa is hosting its third annual #…
The seasonal directory will be available at tampagov.net/ShopSmallTampa from November 24 to December 31 The City of Tampa is hosting its third annual #…
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This Saturday, a local athletics organization for kids will serve a Thanksgiving feast to 100 residents at Tampa Hope, a temporary shelter for those experiencing homelessness in Hillsborough County. Tampa Hope also provides clothes, food, counseling…
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In observance of Thanksgiving, City of Tampa offices will be closed on Thursday, November 24, 2022, and Friday, November 25, 2022.
Commercial and Residential Customers will not receive collection service on Thursday, November 24, 2022.
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Ybor City CRA Says “YES!” to National Firm for Enhanced Environmental Cleaning Services
The Ybor City Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) is excited to announce the launch of the refreshed Ybor YES! Team in partnership with Block by…
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THE LUNCHEON’S KEYNOTE SPEAKER WILL BE MS. SYLVIA ACEVEDO, FORMER CEO GIRL SCOUTS USA.
Mayor Jane Castor and the City of Tampa Mayor’s Hispanic Advisory Council proudly announce Ms. Sylvia Acevedo, rocket scientist and former CEO of the Girl Scouts…
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Mayor Jane Castor will be connecting with students and faculty at four Hillsborough County Schools for the Great American Teach-In, which takes place on Thursday, November 17, 2022.
Media members are invited to join the…
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David Ingram has been selected as the new executive director of the Tampa Convention Center.
David Ingram, one of America’s most experienced and innovative convention center experts, has been selected as the new executive director…
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The City of Tampa is taking the next step in strengthening wastewater infrastructure with a large-scale project to inspect, clean, and rehabilitate wastewater pipes in East Tampa and West Tampa.
Crews are utilizing a technique called pipe lining,…
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Thanks to TD Tree Days Grant
TD Bank has selected the City of Tampa to receive a 2022 TD Tree Days grant. The grant allowed the City of Tampa staff and volunteers to plant 50 trees today at Robles Park.
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TD Bank has selected the City of Tampa to receive a 2022 TD Tree Days grant. The grant allowed the City of Tampa staff and volunteers to plant 50 trees today at Robles Park.
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200 Trees Distributed in our Community
The City of Tampa is partnering with Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful, The Arbor Day Foundation, and State Farm to hold a Fruit and Canopy Tree Giveaway at Fair Oaks Park on Thursday, November 17, 2022, from 7:00 AM…
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City of Tampa Solid Waste Department Educating Residents about Proper Recycling on National Recycling Day
The City of Tampa's Solid Waste Department is dealing with an all-time high of contaminated recycling loads. National…
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City of Tampa Conducting Nationwide Search for Artists For City Center at Hanna Avenue
The City of Tampa has issued a nationwide call for artists to create an engaging, impactful sculpture for the City Center at Hanna Avenue…
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In response to Hurricane Nicole, residential collection for Thursday’s customers will now take place on Veterans Day, Friday, November 11, 2022. Friday's customers will receive collection Saturday, November 12, 2022.
Commercial collection is…
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WHO: Mayor Jane Castor, Tampa Fire Rescue Chief Barbara Tripp, Tampa Police Chief Mary O'Connor and Emergency Coordinator John Antapasis will address the media and answer questions regarding Hurricane Nicole.
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As a result of Hurricane Nicole, the City of Tampa is revising solid waste services.
The revised schedule is as follows: Residential collection will be affected. Garbage collection will be suspended Thursday, November…
The revised schedule is as follows: Residential collection will be affected. Garbage collection will be suspended Thursday, November…
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The City of Tampa will close city offices on Thursday due to Tropical Storm Nicole. Current forecasts indicate that Nicole will become a hurricane later today, with tropical storm force winds expected in the Tampa Bay Area later today into Thursday…
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Preparing for Subtropical Storm Nicole
TAMPA, Fla. (Tuesday, November 8, 2022) -- Mayor Jane Castor, Tampa Fire Rescue Chief Barbara Tripp, Tampa Police Chief Mary O'Connor, and John Antapasis, Emergency Coordinator will address what residents can…
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This year’s award winners are Tampa residents Tony Monk and Megan Etue. They created an inviting design with curb appeal and Florida-Friendly landscaping principles.
Download Video Cultivating a beautiful lawn takes a keen eye and know-how…
Download Video Cultivating a beautiful lawn takes a keen eye and know-how…
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In observance of Veterans Day, the City of Tampa Solid Waste Department's administrative offices will be closed on Friday, November 11, 2022. Residential Customers will not receive collection service on Friday, November 11, 2022.
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Community members, Mayor Jane Castor, and the CRA board will take the next big step in the beautification and restoration of historic Ybor City with the unveiling of the East 7th Avenue Monument. This monument marks the east-end entrance of the…
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Tampa teens wanting to give back to their community and looking for a 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,…
The Mayor’s Youth Corps is comprised of students in grades 9, 10,…
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VIRTUAL CONFERENCE
WHO: Tampa teens, their parents, and other interested individuals
WHAT: Educational presentation on drug abuse awareness and prevention
WHERE: Virtual…
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HURRICANE IAN RELIEF DRIVE DONATIONS TO DEPART TO FORT MYERS
80 pallets of donations to assist the survivors of Hurricane Ian
Tampa Fire Rescue Chief Barbara Tripp and Stepp’s Towing & Heavy Transport CEO, Todd Stepp, will be sending off two…
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Signing Ceremony to Take Place on October 21, 2022
Mayor Jane Castor and Tampa City Council will sign the Executive Order on Friday, October 21, officially designating Juneteenth as an official City of Tampa holiday at Perry…
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The Tampa Water Department will be holding its first Job Expo on Saturday, October 22, 2022.
The department is actively recruiting for a wide range of talent, from entry-level applicants to seasoned professionals and technical experts. The job fair…
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The City of Tampa Solid Waste Department will open two drop-off sites for storm-related vegetative debris which include tree branches, tree trunks, and other leafy material. The two sites will open Wednesday, October 19, 2022. …
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As part of a multi-pronged approach to addressing our affordable housing crisis, the City of Tampa and the Tampa City Council are exploring zoning changes that would allow for more Accessory Dwelling Units.
Commonly referred to as "mother-in-law…
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The City of Tampa will host a donation drive to help families impacted by Hurricane Ian. Drop-off sites will open across the city starting on Monday, October 17.
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