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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…
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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…
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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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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 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…
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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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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…
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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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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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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Committed to continuously improving its efficiency and delivering unmatched city services, the City of Tampa’s Development and Growth Management Construction Services division has formed the Construction Activity Compliance Team. 
 
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The City of Tampa's Housing & Community Development division is honored to be recognized by state housing leaders for its relentless efforts to help families become homeowners amid the housing crisis.  The Florida Housing Coalition named the…
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Watch Video Always on the lookout for opportunities to improve its community-centric services, the City of Tampa's Construction Services division is excited to now offer virtual inspections for select projects.

Instead…
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HUNDREDS OF FAMILIES RECEIVE RENTAL ASSISTANCE, MORE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY After processing hundreds of applications and contacting thousands of individuals on the waitlist, the City of Tampa is excited to enter a…
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With housing affordability, a central goal of the Jane Castor administration and City Council, the City of Tampa is creating a new team dedicated to helping individuals connect with critical housing services and resources. The City is launching a…
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More people who are either homeless, or on the verge of homelessness, can receive rental assistance from the City of Tampa.  The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing (RUSH) program was created to…
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On the heels of last week's Point-in-Time (PIT) Count of people experiencing homelessness, the City of Tampa's Homeless Outreach Team is excited to share an update since its formation in 2021.  To provide a holistic approach to the affordable…
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WHAT:  The City of Tampa is set to launch a new e-Bike voucher program by the end of March, aimed at providing reliable, low-cost transportation options to residents. The program's goal is not just to reach people with financial…
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New Attraction at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay The City of Tampa will light up Old City Hall, the Tampa Riverwalk, and Downtown Bridges in purple and lime green on February 26 and 27 to celebrate the opening of Serengeti Flyer at Busch…
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WHO: Mayor Jane Castor, Rep. Kathy Castor, City of Tampa Mobility Department Representatives

WHAT: The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded the City of Tampa more than five million dollars in…
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The City of Tampa and Tampa Parks & Recreation Department are proud to announce a series of major renovations and improvements to the Belmont Heights Little League. These upgrades will provide a safe, modern, and inclusive environment for young…
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Mayor Jane Castor teamed up with Moates Florist to spread love and cheer to residents of Tampa on Valentine's Day. As part of her favorite Valentine's Day tradition, Mayor Castor personally delivered floral arrangements to a few very surprised…
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The City of Tampa Black History Committee, Inc. (COTBHC) is proud to announce the 35th Annual Black History Celebration, taking place on Monday, February 13, 2023, at 11:00 am at the Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin Street, in Ballroom C.…
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More than 3,700 New Jobs Projected by 2027 The tech industry in Tampa is thriving and showing no signs of slowing down. The information technology sector has experienced significant growth over the past five years in the Tampa Bay Region, with a 30…
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Livestream on Facebook Today, Mayor Castor and Representative Kathy Castor announced major transportation improvements aimed at improving public safety in Tampa's streets. The announcement was made possible by the Safe Streets and Roads for All…
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This Marks the 31st Anniversary of the Agreement The City of Tampa is proud to honor the 31st anniversary of our Sister City Agreement with Agrigento, Italy by lighting up the skyline in the national colors of Italy: green, white, and red. This…
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Through What Works Cities, the Program will Assist with Pandemic Recovery in 30 Cities    Bloomberg Philanthropies today announced that Tampa is one of 30 cities that will participate in the What Works Cities City Budgeting for Equity and Recovery…
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Please join the Mayor’s Hispanic Advisory Council (MHAC), elected officials, and civic and community leaders, as we come together to discuss the growing challenges faced by Tampa’s elderly Hispanic population. 
 
The conversation will be…
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Legendary quarterback Tom Brady has announced his retirement after 23 seasons in the NFL. "The GOAT will always be a part of our Champa Bay family. Thank you, Tom, for the grit, spirit, and amazing memories. We'll look for you out on the golf…
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Students IDing Invasive Plants, Removing Litter at McKay Bay Nature Park & TraiLearn & Serve Tampa, The Mission Continues, Tampa Parks & Recreation, Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful, and other organizations join forces for Martin Luther King Jr…
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The American Lung Cancer Screening Initiative (ALCSI) is raising awareness about the importance of lung cancer screening in Tampa and encouraging residents to take advantage of available screening options. Florida ranks 40th among all states in…
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City of Tampa’s Department of Solid Waste & Environmental Program Management will start the Bead Reuse Program for the 2023 event season.  Starting Monday, January 30 through May 2023, Gasparilla revelers are encouraged to take unwanted beads…
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Innovative Redesign Builds on Mobility and Vision Zero Safety Goals with Improved Crosswalks, New Protected Bike Lanes, New Scooter Hub Along Busy Corridor   Mayor Jane Castor announced the completion of an innovative new redesign for Cass Street…
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Prior to the Start of Children's Gasparilla Parade The Children's Gasparilla Parade, widely considered the largest children's event in the country, is set to take place on Saturday, January 21, 2023, from 4:00 P.M. - 6:30 P.M. Mayor Jane Castor and…
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The City of Tampa is excited to announce the launch of its Green Team. This is the first city-sponsored environmental stewardship program, funded by AmeriCorps, in the State of Florida. This program, developed in partnership with Volunteer Florida…
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The City of Tampa Mobility Team recently installed new All-Way-Stop intersections and crosswalks near Plant High School, making it safer for students, teachers, and staff to cross the street. 

"The City of Tampa is committed to making…
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Tampa and Dallas Mayors Place Friendly Wager on Super Wild Card Game Tiff's Treats Throwdown Winner Takes 500 Dozen Cookies  The mayors of Tampa and Dallas are putting their city's pride on the line with a friendly wager on the outcome of the…
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Tampa Parks and Recreation is set to officially open another fully inclusive and sensory-friendly playground, funded by the City of Tampa and approved by the Tampa City Council. The New Tampa All Abilities Playground, located at 17302 Commerce Park…
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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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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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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…