Local Government News
City of St. Petersburg Hosts Citizen Forestry Town Halls to Gather Public Input on Urban Forestry
The City of St. Petersburg, through the Office of Sustainability and Resilience (OSR) and its St. Pete Forestry program, is set to host a series of Citizen Forestry Town Halls in May, as reported on May 3, 2024. These town hall meetings aim to gather public input on various environmental concerns related to trees in the city.According to the announcement, the Citizen Forestry Town Halls will employ live polling and a collaborative group approach to involve residents in discussions about crucial tree-related issues. The sessions will focus on topics such as the heat island...
City of St. Petersburg Offers Funding for Social Service Agencies Providing Homelessness Assistance
St. Petersburg, FL, May 2, 2024 - The City of St. Petersburg announced that it will be providing funding opportunities for social service agencies involved in homelessness assistance. Starting Friday, May 3, eligible agencies can apply for the Social Action Funding Grants, with applications being accepted until Thursday, June 20.According to St. Petersburg officials, agencies can receive up to $100,000 in funding from the city, with additional applications permitted for programs offering critical services related to homelessness prevention and support. The City of St....