Quantcast

St. Pete Standard

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Local Government News

Local Government

St Pete council approves gas plant district redevelopment & stadium agreements

July 18, 2024 - In a landmark decision, the St. Petersburg City Council voted 5-3 to approve the Historic Gas Plant District Redevelopment during today's meeting. One final step remains: the Pinellas County Commission is scheduled to hold the final vote on stadium-related agreements in the coming weeks.

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 18, 2024

Local Government

St. Petersburg City Council votes on gas plant district redevelopment

July 17, 2024 - At Thursday's St. Petersburg City Council Meeting, the council will vote on several items related to the Historic Gas Plant District Redevelopment. Following this meeting, the County Commission is scheduled to hold the final vote on stadium-related agreements in the coming weeks.

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 17, 2024

Latest News

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

St. Petersburg announces community pop-up event for upcoming 727 Day

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 17, 2024

The City of St. Petersburg has announced a community pop-up event to celebrate 727 Day. Scheduled for Friday, July 26, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., the event will take place on the steps of St. Pete City Hall.

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

St Petersburg council discusses homeowner aid programs and budget recommendations

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 15, 2024

During the City Council and Committee meetings on July 11, several significant proposals and initiatives were discussed and advanced, ranging from homeowner assistance programs to budget recommendations and community proclamations.

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

St. Petersburg seeks flood mitigation grant, opens public comment period

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 15, 2024

The City of St. Petersburg is seeking funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Florida Division of Emergency Management for a Flood Mitigation Assistance Program Grant. Public comment will be open for 30 days from the date of this notice.

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

Office of Supplier Diversity hosts inaugural bus tour highlighting MWBE program

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 15, 2024

On Friday, June 28, 2024, the City of St. Petersburg's Office of Supplier Diversity hosted its inaugural "Contacts & Contracts Bus Tour." The event aimed to support over 20 small, minority-owned, and women-owned local businesses by providing a unique networking opportunity.

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

St. Pete Fire Rescue hosts first all-girls firefighting camp

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 12, 2024

This week, St. Petersburg Fire Rescue hosted the inaugural "Camp Ignite," a three-day pilot program designed to engage and empower teenage girls by introducing them to the fire service. The camp, held from July 8 to July 10, was launched by St. Petersburg Fire Rescue Chief Keith Watts in collaboration with the Pinellas County Urban League as part of their "EmpowHer" initiative.

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

St. Petersburg council schedules votes on Historic Gas Plant District redevelopment

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 12, 2024

St. Petersburg City Council will reconvene for an additional Committee of the Whole meeting on July 16, followed by a City Council meeting on July 18 for the final vote on the Historic Gas Plant District Redevelopment project.

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

City expands non-emergency sandbag pickup times with second-Saturday hours

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 11, 2024

July 11, 2024 - As hurricane season intensifies, the City of St. Petersburg has announced additional days for residents to collect sandbags during non-emergency periods. Sandbags will now be available on the second Saturday of each month at the year-round sandbag distribution site located at the Pavement and Traffic Operations Building (1744 9th Ave. N.). The next event is scheduled for Saturday, July 13, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

St. Pete awards $1M for youth crime prevention program

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 11, 2024

The City of St. Petersburg has announced the selection of "Forward Together, A Youth Crime Prevention Program" as the winning project through community voting for its inaugural Innovative Equity Project. The initiative aims to provide a safety net and pathways to success for local youth, particularly those aged 12-17.

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

St. Petersburg seeks FEMA grant for flood mitigation

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 9, 2024

The City of St. Petersburg is seeking funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Florida Division of Emergency Management for a Flood Mitigation Assistance Program Grant. The public notice was issued on July 9, 2024, and public comment will be open for 30 days from the date of this notice.

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

City partners with Tampa Bay Watch on Maximo Park Living Shoreline Project

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 8, 2024

The City of St. Petersburg, in collaboration with Tampa Bay Watch, has announced the Maximo Park Living Shoreline Project, scheduled to take place from July 9-11, 2024. This initiative aims to enhance coastal resilience and environmental health through the installation of oyster reef balls and shell bags along the southern shoreline of Maximo Park.

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

St. Petersburg opens RFQ for public art at new Obama library

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 8, 2024

The City of St. Petersburg has opened a Request For Qualifications (RFQ) for artists to contribute public art to the new President Barack Obama Main Library, located at 3745 9th Ave. N. The deadline for artists to apply and submit their qualifications for the project is July 27, 2024, by 5 p.m.

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

Reclaimed water discharge incident reported on Illinois Ave. NE

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 8, 2024

On July 8, 2024, approximately 31,920 gallons of reclaimed water were discharged at the 2000 block of Illinois Ave. NE due to a contractor drilling through the reclaimed water main. The discharge entered the storm system and flowed to Bayou Grande. The main has been shut off and repairs have been scheduled.

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

Northbound I-275 entrance ramp closure scheduled for early July

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 5, 2024

On Monday, July 8, and Tuesday, July 9, the northbound I-275 entrance ramp from 54th Avenue South will close nightly from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., weather permitting.

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

St.Petersburg launches initiatives for youth programs,safe spaces,and community improvement

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 1, 2024

St. Pete Extra! July 2024 Edition

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

St. Petersburg seeks flood mitigation funds from FEMA and state agency

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 1, 2024

The City of St. Petersburg announced on July 1, 2024, that it is seeking funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Florida Division of Emergency Management for a Flood Mitigation Assistance Program Grant.

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

St. Petersburg announces holiday closures and adjusted trash collection schedule

By St. Pete Standard | Jul 1, 2024

Certain City facilities and services in St. Petersburg will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in observance of Independence Day. Residential trash and recycling collection regularly scheduled for Monday, Tuesday, and Friday will remain unchanged. However, Thursday collections will be conducted on Wednesday.

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

St. Petersburg seeks residents for board and committee positions

By St. Pete Standard | Jun 28, 2024

The City of St. Petersburg has announced vacancies on multiple boards and committees, seeking residents to serve in various capacities.

Medium 4y1jzypy7jqej410rj1xj5gslc3x

Local Government

Water shortage order extended for Pinellas County through September 1

By St. Pete Standard | Jun 28, 2024

Due to current drought conditions, the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) has extended the Phase I Water Shortage Order for Pinellas County through September 1, 2024. The initial order was enacted in November 2023 following significantly below-normal rainfall, reduced river levels, and water supply concerns.