City of St. Petersburg
Recent News About City of St. Petersburg
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Community invited to discuss transportation strategies in South St Petersburg workshops
The City of St. Petersburg, in collaboration with the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), is organizing a series of workshops to engage the community in discussing transportation...
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MLK Dream Big Weekend returns with a lineup of events honoring Dr. King
St. Petersburg is gearing up for its annual MLK Dream Big Weekend, taking place from January 17 to 20, 2025.
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City announces holiday closures and collection adjustments for MLK Day
Certain city facilities and services will not be operational on Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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St. Petersburg partners enhance youth development through new investments
The City of St. Petersburg has announced two significant partnerships aimed at enhancing youth development and workforce readiness in the community.
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St. Petersburg launches program addressing household lead exposure
The City of St. Petersburg has launched the Healthy Homes Initiative, a program focused on raising awareness about household lead exposure risks.
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St. Petersburg opens grant applications for youth readiness programs
The City of St. Petersburg has announced the opening of applications for the Youth Opportunity Grants for Career and College Readiness Grant Program.
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St. Petersburg receives federal funds to reconnect historic district
The City of St. Petersburg has been granted $1,387,038 by the U.S. Department of Transportation for the Reconnecting the Historic Gas Plant District Project.
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St. Petersburg offers extra days for storm preparedness with weekend sandbag pickups
The City of St. Petersburg is offering additional opportunities for residents to collect sandbags during non-emergency periods.
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St. Petersburg hosts fair for hurricane-displaced residents seeking rental options
In response to the recent hurricanes, the City of St. Petersburg is collaborating with the Bay Area Apartment Association (BAAA) to host a Hurricane Recovery Rental Housing Fair.
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St. Petersburg awarded federal funds for digital equity initiative
The City of St. Petersburg is set to receive a substantial federal grant to enhance digital access for its residents.
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St. Petersburg City Council inaugurates new leadership for 2025
Earlier today, the St. Petersburg City Council saw the official swearing-in of its new leadership for 2025.
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City of St. Petersburg announces events and initiatives for January
The City of St. Petersburg is offering a range of community activities and services in January 2025, as outlined in their monthly digest, "St. Pete Extra!"
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St. Petersburg schedules final storm debris cleanup after hurricanes
In response to the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the City of St. Petersburg is set to commence its final citywide debris pickup on January 3, 2025.
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St. Petersburg announces facility closures for New Year's Day
Certain facilities and services in the City of St. Petersburg will be closed on January 1, 2025, in observance of New Year's Day.
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St. Petersburg announces free Christmas tree disposal starting January
The City of St. Petersburg has announced a citywide collection of live Christmas trees from January 11 to February 10, 2025.
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St. Petersburg celebrates second cohort graduation from workforce readiness program
On December 20, Mayor Kenneth T. Welch and the City of St. Petersburg celebrated the graduation of 12 cadets from the Mayor's Future Ready Academy.
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Wastewater discharge incident reported on Pasadena Ave due to construction work
On December 21, 2024, an incident involving the discharge of approximately 1,500 gallons of wastewater occurred at the 100 block of Pasadena Ave. S. The release was attributed to construction work impacting the force main in the area.
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St. Petersburg announces holiday closures for city facilities
Certain facilities and services in the City of St. Petersburg will not be operational on December 25, 2024, due to Christmas observance.
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Wastewater discharged due to blockage in Tampa Bay area
On December 18, 2024, a discharge of approximately 320 gallons of wastewater occurred from a manhole located at the 1400 block of Beach Drive NE.
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St. Pete's temporary debris site closes Dec. 22; city services resume Dec. 23
The City of St. Petersburg is transitioning from disaster recovery to normal services following the impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.