The City of Tampa is recognizing a 100-year-old who is bringing extra life to its Parks and Recreation centers with her passion for staying active and engaged.Judith Baizan is a dance instructor who has been participating in or leading folk dance…
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Tampa and Sister City Barranquilla to Launch 60 Years of Sisterhood CelebrationMayor Jane Castor will kickoff the official launch of the 60 Years of Sisterhood Celebration between the City of Tampa and its sister city, Barranquilla, Colombia on…
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Now Recruiting: Mayor’s Youth Corps Class of 2026Tampa 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…
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Tampa has been recognized as one of the strongest economic success stories in the country. A new national study by CoworkingCafe ranked Tampa #2 among mid-sized cities in the United States for economic growth between 2019 and 2023.The study found…
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The Joe Abrahams Fitness Center, fully restored after historic hurricane devastation, is reopening to the public -- marking the completion of a nearly year-long effort to bring all storm-affected Parks and Recreation facilities back online."This…
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The City of Tampa has been awarded the prestigious 25th Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement® (AEP) for 2020 from the National Procurement Institute, Inc. (NPI). The AEP Award is earned by public and non-profit agencies that…
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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…
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With hurricane season here and the looming threats of extreme rain and flooding, city crews are hard at work giving our drainage ditches a serious upgrade through “ditch grading.”By clearing out debris and reshaping slopes, they are helping…
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As the City of Tampa’s Homeless Outreach Team marks its third anniversary, it has helped more than 200 individuals and families, including most recently a family of five with three young children.After back-to-back hurricanes devastated their rental…
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The City of Tampa, in partnership with noise consulting firm HMMH, invites community members to attend a follow-up meeting focused on understanding how sound impacts daily life across Tampa neighborhoods.The meeting will take place on Monday, August…
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In an effort to restore Tampa’s renowned tree canopy following back-to-back hurricanes, the City of Tampa is announcing a new partnership with Suncoast Credit Union and Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful called “Plant Your Heart Out.”Modeled after Tampa’s…
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Tampa's Riverwalk will soon offer its furry residents new dedicated parks where small and large breeds of dogs can have their own spaces to play.The City of Tampa, the Parks and Recreation Department, the Downtown Community Redevelopment Agency, and…
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Speaking from the scenic Tampa River Center at Julian B. Lane Park, Mayor Jane Castor delivered her 2025 State of the City address on Monday, April 28, celebrating a period of unprecedented progress, major infrastructure upgrades, and the continued…
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In just one year since launching the Rental to Homeownership Program, the city of Tampa has successfully provided five families with affordable housing and a pathway to homeownership. City of Tampa leaders will come together on Friday, December 13,…
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The Tampa Water Department is proud to announce the successful completion of a major infrastructure upgrade at the nearly 100-year-old David L. Tippin Water Treatment Facility. This $93 million project marks a significant milestone in modernizing…
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The City of Tampa is proud to announce the hiring of Maribel Garrett as its new Community Engagement Coordinator and Hispanic Liaison. The addition of this position to the newly formed Community Engagement…
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The City of Tampa is celebrating the successful graduation of its Green Team, a dedicated group of nine individuals who have completed more than 1,700 service hours each during the 2024-2025 program year.A graduation ceremony was held just after…
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Inefficient irrigation systems can waste thousands of precious gallons of water — and drive-up monthly utility bills. Now, Tampa Water Department customers have a chance to take control of both, thanks to a new rebate pilot program.Efficient…
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The City of Tampa has released its proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget, themed “Grounded in Progress,” reflecting a continued commitment to strengthening core city services, investing in resilient infrastructure, and addressing priorities identified by…
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The City of Tampa is thrilled to expand its effort to keep Tampa's waterways clean with the launch of the Little Skimmer. This addition comes just as its older counterpart -- the Litter Skimmer -- approaches its third anniversary.Since its launch,…
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Healthy Homes Ensure Home is Liveable for Tampa Resident and Young DaughterStruggling with leaks, old galvanized pipes and a dilapidated roof, Old Seminole Heights resident, Nicole Johnson, is celebrating her first few months of a home renovation…
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Loneliness is not just a personal struggle—it is a growing public health crisis. Nearly one in five adults in the U.S. say they feel lonely every day, and the consequences of isolation are as dangerous to health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day,…
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Tampa's Parks and Recreation Department is providing hundreds of teens with summer employment and, oftentimes, it turns into full-time jobs with the department that last for decades.This summer, the department hired approximately 380 seasonal staff…
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In a heartfelt ceremony this morning, Mayor Jane Castor joined community leaders, local elected officials, city staff, and the Buckhorn family to officially rename the Tampa River Center at Julian B. Lane Park in honor of former Mayor Bob Buckhorn.…
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As the summer season ramps up, the City of Tampa is announcing a multi-departmental effort to make drinking water more accessible in heat-vulnerable areas. As part of this partnership, City of Tampa crews will be installing a drinking fountain along…
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The City of Tampa will host its annual Pride Flag Raising Ceremony on Thursday, June 12, at 8:30 a.m. outside Old City Hall (315 E Kennedy Blvd), recognizing Pride Month and the contributions of Tampa’s LGBTQ+ community.Mayor Jane Castor will be…
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With heavy hearts, Mayor Jane Castor and Tampa City Council Chairman Alan Clendenin confirm the sudden death of Councilwoman Gwendolyn Henderson of District 5.A West Tampa native, Councilwoman Henderson touched the lives of many as a teacher,…
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The City of Tampa, in partnership with the Tampa Bay Juneteenth Coalition, invites the public to the 6th Annual Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony & Festival on Friday, June 13, from…
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Just days into the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, the City of Tampa is spotlighting how data-driven strategies helped the city bounce back faster after back-to-back storms last year.When Hurricanes Helene and Milton struck Tampa last October, city…
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Four Tampa Neighborhoods Receive Major Infrastructure UpgradesFour Tampa neighborhoods are more sustainable and resilient thanks to a major infrastructure project that helped strengthen these communities from the ground up.The City…
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$3.2 Million in Disaster Relief Funding Approved for Hurricane VictimsTampa City Council voted unanimously Thursday to approve $3.2 million in State Housing Initiatives Partnership Program (SHIP) Funds for hurricane disaster relief. The funds will…
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The City of Tampa continues to make progress on its recovery from last year's hurricanes, with five more Parks and Recreation facilities poised to open by the end of May."Storm clean-up or reconstruction touched nearly all of the City’s parks and…
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Extreme rainfall events — more so than gradual sea level rise — is the primary environmental vulnerability to Tampa homeowners, according to a new Vulnerability Assessment of the City of Tampa. Published every five years, the new state-funded…
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Tampa Street Paving is on a RollThe Mobility Department’s strategic focus on street resurfacing is delivering results, with more streets being paved in less time and at a lower cost to taxpayers.
So far this year, the department has overseen…
So far this year, the department has overseen…
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The City of Tampa is growing its bike network and becoming even more interconnected as the current Green Spine Cycle Track expands.The next phases will bring the Green Spine north, up Nuccio Parkway and N. 15th Street to Cuscaden Park at East 21st…
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Construction on Two Segments of the Green ARTery BeginsImagine a seamless, interconnected trail around central Tampa where cyclists cruise under shaded tree canopies, joggers find new scenic routes, and families stroll safely from one scenic gem to…
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Vik Bhide will step down as the City of Tampa’s Mobility Director with his last day in the office being June 6th, 2025 concluding nearly 12 years of dedicated public service. July 26th will be his last official day as a city employee.Mr. Bhide…
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2025 Miss Asia Pacific Pageant and Singing Idol Contest Set for SaturdayThe City of Tampa Mayor’s Asian American Pacific Islander Advisory Council is proud to host the 2025 Miss Asia Pacific Scholarship Pageant…
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Watch: Connecting CommunitiesTampa is taking its first steps toward a massive redevelopment of the north end of its downtown.An area ripe for renaissance, the northern area of Tampa's Central Business District -- between N Tampa…
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Earth Month Spotlights Tampa’s Increasing WasteAs the world celebrates Earth Month and promotes improved environmental stewardship, Tampa’s Solid Waste and Environmental Program Management Department is highlighting its increases in total waste…
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After completing a successful pilot program, the Tampa Water Department will continue to use ultrasonic technology to reduce algae growth in a cost-effective and environmentally-friendly way in parts of the Hillsborough River Reservoir.Under the two…
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Once considered the gateway to West Tampa, the iconic park with ties to the community's rich history will be upgraded to a vibrant, safe and popular gathering space.Salcines Park, named for longtime West Tampa Civic Leader Emiliano Salcines, will be…
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In honor of Earth Month, the City of Tampa's Department of Solid Waste and Environmental Program Management will celebrate the winners of the 2025 3R's Art & Poetry contest.This year celebrates the 20th year of the youth contest.Each year, local…
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To celebrate Round 1 of the playoffs and ignite fervor among fans, the City of Tampa, in partnership with the Lightning, will host a banner drop on Wednesday, April 16, outside Old City Hall.The public, along with members of the media, are invited…
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Tampa Parks and Recreation Department to compete for prestigious honors in the park and recreation industryThe American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration(AAPRA), in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association…
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MAYOR CASTOR ANNOUNCING LAUNCH OF
TAMPA SOULWALKA NEW ART AND HERITAGE TRAIL CELEBRATING TAMPA’S BLACK COMMUNITIESVisitors can experience nearly 100 public artworks and historic sites using a free digital guide and printed map of walking…
TAMPA SOULWALKA NEW ART AND HERITAGE TRAIL CELEBRATING TAMPA’S BLACK COMMUNITIESVisitors can experience nearly 100 public artworks and historic sites using a free digital guide and printed map of walking…
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Bridges to Business Connects Small Businesses with Big OpportunitiesThe 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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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…
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Commits to Major Solar Investment on Hanna Avenue Municipal Building The City of Tampa is now developing the city’s first Resilient Tampa Community Plan. The plan advances one of Mayor Castor’s major campaign commitments and is part of the…
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Program Helps Address Weather Preparedness, Community Strength, and Fair Access Challenges through LEED with Support from Bank of AmericaThe U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), creators of the LEED green building rating system, announced the City…
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