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City of Tampa
Published July 01Tampa Trash Collection Independence Day Schedule Changes
Tampa Trash Collection Independence Day Schedule Changes Tony D. Wed, 07/01/2026 - 08:52 am Tampa Trash Collection Schedule Revised In Observance of Independence Day The City of Tampa offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2025, in observance of Independence Day. The revised…
Creative Loafing Tampa Bay
Published June 30Some Florida local law enforcement agencies aren’t participating with immigration enforcement, says council
Florida’s local law enforcement agencies have been required by state law to assist the federal government in immigration enforcement for over a year. But some agencies, including some of the largest sheriffs and police departments in the state, still aren’t participating. At a…
Take Two on Tuesday with Mayor Love – Clarification on Tax Bill
Mayor Karen Love addresses Gulfport residents to clarify common misconceptions about the SJR-2F tax proposal ahead of the November vote, explaining how property taxes are assessed and collected while breaking down proposed homestead exemption increases. She also outlines the…
Cooling Centers Open Across Central New York During Heat Wave
Looking for a place to cool off? Here's a list of cooling centers in Utica, Rome, New Hartford and across Central New York during this week's heat wave. Continue reading…
Councilmember Shaw Reports on the Duette Preserve
Councilmember Marlene Shaw attended a presentation on Manatee County's Gopher Tortoise Long-Term Recipient Site at Duette Preserve, where officials shared updates on the successful relocation and conservation of gopher tortoises displaced by development projects. The program…
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.