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Councilmember Shaw Reports on the Property Tax Proposal
Councilmember Marlene Shaw participated in a Florida League of Cities briefing on proposed property tax legislation and its potential impact on municipalities across the state. The discussion focused on a proposed constitutional amendment to increase the homestead exemption, the…
Councilmember Shaw Reports on the Tampa Bay Regional Resiliency Summit
Councilmember Marlene Shaw attended the Tampa Bay Regional Resiliency Summit, where regional leaders, emergency managers, and resilience experts discussed innovative strategies to strengthen communities against flooding, hurricanes, and climate impacts. Topics included resilient…
Councilmember Shaw Reports on Private Sewer Lateral Rehabilitation Programs
Councilmember Marlene Shaw attended Sierra's Environmental Think Tank for Elected Leaders, where representatives from Gulfport, St. Petersburg, and Pinellas County discussed strategies to reduce inflow and infiltration in private sewer laterals through rebate and replacement…
Councilmember Shaw – Suncoast League of Cities Meeting – May 7, 2026
Councilmember Marlene Shaw attended the May Suncoast League of Cities meeting, where members received updates on flood resilience resources and state legislative priorities. Presentations highlighted free planning tools and grant opportunities through the American Flood…
Popular Patio Designs May Be Outlawed in New York State?
The skies over New York State could soon become noticeably darker at night if a proposed law moves forward. Continue reading…
City of Tampa
Published June 2222 New Tampa Police Officers Will Take the Oath to Protect & Serve
22 New Tampa Police Officers Will Take the Oath to Protect & Serve Eddy D. Mon, 06/22/2026 - 04:12 pm TAMPA, FL. (JUNE 22, 2026) - - A new generation of public servants is officially ready to answer the call of duty as twenty-two dedicated individuals prepare to take their oath…
St Pete Catalyst
Published June 06Pinellas commissioners sign Faith and Family Month proclamation
All seven Pinellas County commissioners signed a proclamation recognizing June as Faith and Family Month. The declaration has sparked debate as local officials and residents continue broader discussions over Pride Month recognition and inclusion.
Weekly Challenger
Published April 30OPINION: Let’s cross every line they redraw
By Geveryl Robinson | Contributor Anger. That’s what I felt when I heard about the Supreme Court’s 6–3 decision in Louisiana v. Callais: a decision that, in plain terms, weakens one of the last protections under Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act and opens the door for states to…
Weekly Challenger
Published January 26OP-ED: Affordability is a critical issue in St. Petersburg, and I’m committed to addressing it
BY LINSEY GROVE | Contributor ST. PETERSBURG — As a candidate for St. Petersburg City Council District 6, I am committed to representing all the different communities that make up District 6 and using my diverse skill sets and experience to solve the issues we are facing. I love…
Weekly Challenger
Published January 21OP-ED: No Site. No Silence.
BY GEVERYL ROBINSON | Contributor ST. PETERSBURG — On Saturday, Jan. 31, at 11 a.m., residents in Child’s Park and South St. Petersburg will gather for a No Site, No Silence town hall, not out of convenience, but out of necessity. This is not a town hall born of routine civic…
Weekly Challenger
Published November 05Faith Leaders’ endorsements boost Darling’s momentum in HD 62 Race
ST. PETERSBURG — Momentum continues to build for Kyandra Darling, the St. Petersburg native and Democratic candidate running to represent Florida House District 62, as more than a dozen local pastors, ministers, and imams have announced their endorsement of her campaign. The…
Weekly Challenger
Published October 10The Colonel: Committed patriot and public servant
Don McRae’s quiet, calming style, unselfish commitment, loyalty, and devotion served him well as he was appointed to higher levels of service as human rights director, deputy city manager, assistant city manager, deputy city administrator, chief of staff and eventually city…