In an effort to help identify and coordinate improvements within the community, the City of Tampa is launching the Sulphur Springs Neighborhood Action Plan, and hosting community meetings to receive feedback. The Action Plan hopes to reinvigorate the neighborhood of nearly 10,000 residents, and improve the overall quality of life.
Nestled just north of downtown Tampa along the Hillsborough River, Sulphur Springs is a historic community that dates back to the 1920's, when people were drawn to its namesake natural springs. The Action Plan will rely on residents, business and property owners, community organizations and City departments to identify and implement actions to foster a resilient community, including:
- Guiding investments in infrastructure such as roads, sidewalks, parks and utilities.
- Informing updates to development policies to support the neighborhood's goals.
- Driving the creation of community programs such as job training or youth activities.
- Helping the city identify and prioritize funding for projects.
- Encouraging collaboration between public agencies and private developers.
The City will be hosting a Community Kickoff Meeting for the Action Plan on Wednesday, March 12, from 6-8 p.m. at the George Bartholomew Community Center, and the public is encouraged to come ready to share their ideas.
"This Neighborhood Action plan will be built with and for the community of Sulphur Springs. Community engagement and participation is critical to its success," said Evan Johnson, the City of Tampa's Interim Director of City Planning. "It's essential that the residents and community members are a part of this every step of the way, ensuring a clear vision for the future of their neighborhood for generations to come."
Media will hear from the Interim City Planning Director, along with Sulphur Spring Community leaders at 4 p.m. on Wednesday for a preview of what's to be discussed at the Kickoff Meeting.