St. Petersburg seeks applicants for multiple boards and committees
The City of St. Petersburg is inviting residents to apply for open positions on several city boards and committees.
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St. Petersburg receives state recognition as official trail town
The City of St. Petersburg’s Greater Arts District has been named a Trail Town by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Office of Greenways and Trails, joining 22 other…
City of St. Petersburg announces MLK Day closures and changes to waste collection
Certain City of St. Petersburg facilities and services will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr.
St. Petersburg reports reclaimed water discharge after water main break
On January 8, 2026, a water main break in the 5000 block of 37th St. S led to the discharge of approximately 150,000 gallons of reclaimed water in St. Petersburg.
Mayor Welch invites residents to State of the City address on February 18
St. Petersburg Mayor Kenneth T. Welch has announced that the annual State of the City address will take place at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
St. Petersburg announces holiday adjustments for 2026 trash and recycling collection
The City of St. Petersburg has released the 2026 Trash & Recycling Collection Calendar and Schedule for utility customers.
City launches events and initiatives promoting wellness, safety measures in early months of 2026
St. Petersburg has started 2026 by encouraging residents to take part in a variety of activities and city initiatives aimed at enhancing community life.
City of St. Petersburg announces New Year’s Day facility closures and changes to waste collection
Certain City of St. Petersburg facilities and services will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026, in observance of New Year’s Day.
St. Petersburg announces special Christmas tree disposal program for residents
St. Petersburg residents can request free collection of live Christmas trees as the holiday season ends.
St. Petersburg announces details for annual MLK Parade honoring civil rights leader
The City of St. Petersburg, in partnership with Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival Inc. (TBCGF Inc.), will host the 39th Annual St. Pete MLK Parade on January 19, 2026.
St. Petersburg announces plans for New Year’s Eve celebration on downtown waterfront
Residents and visitors in St. Petersburg are invited to celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026 with events taking place downtown.
St. Petersburg breaks ground on Pelican Place affordable townhomes
This week, the City of St. Petersburg marked the start of construction on Pelican Place, a 40-unit affordable townhome development located at 2100 18th Ave. S. The homes will be…
St. Petersburg opens applications for $159 million hurricane recovery fund
Applications for the Sunrise St. Pete disaster recovery program will open on Monday, December 15, according to an announcement from Mayor Kenneth T. Welch and the City of St. Petersburg.
St. Petersburg urges residents to conserve water amid regional drought alert
The Southwest Florida Water Management District has issued a Phase 1 Water Shortage Order, identified as SWF 25-015, which affects the City of St. Petersburg and takes effect on December…
St. Petersburg launches weekly open gym nights for teens at local recreation centers
The St. Petersburg Parks & Recreation Department has introduced a new weekly program called Friday Night Teen Flex Open Gym, aimed at providing teenagers aged 12 to 18 with an…
Mayor Ken Welch appoints Nathan Bruemmer as new LGBTQ+ liaison
St. Petersburg Mayor Kenneth T. Welch has appointed Nathan Bruemmer as the city’s new LGBTQ+ Liaison, a move intended to further strengthen the city’s commitment to inclusivity and equity for…