Tampa Bay Water Wise Rebate Program
Did you know that toilets account for roughly 30% of a home’s indoor water use, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)? It’s easy for Tampa homeowners to save water & money with every flush by upgrading to an EPA WaterSense certified toilet in their homes (single-family, condos etc). Learn how you can qualify for a $40 or $100 rebate based on the type of toilet you’re replacing.
2022 Fall Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training
When a disaster strikes, having the knowledge and skills to respond are vital to you and your family’s safety. Training courses include, but are not limited to: Fire Extinguisher Usage, CPR, Amateur Radio, Triage, Search and Rescue, Basic Medical Care, & Incident Command. The Office of Emergency Management is hosting its Fall 2022 CERT Basic Training, starting September 7th. Learn more and register online here.
Revised Tree Removal Requirements
Senate Bill 518 went into effect on July 1, 2022 and amends the requirements that must be met in order for a property owner to utilize Florida Statutes § 163.045 to be exempt from the City of Tampa’s tree removal permitting requirements. Learn more about the updated requirements here.
Mayor’s Youth Corps
MYC Class of 2023 applications will be available here on September 6th. The Mayor's Youth Corps provides Tampa students with a direct communication link to the Mayor, working with the city government and the community to instill a sense of civic responsibility. Think you have what it takes to be part of the Mayor's Youth Corps and can dedicate yourself to one year in the program? Check out the selection criteria and process to see if you qualify.
Mosquito-Proof Your Home
The Florida Department of Health (DOH) in Hillsborough advises residents that there has been an increase in mosquito-borne disease activity in the area. Help fight mosquitos by shutting doors, drain outdoor containers, and cleaning your gutters.
Neighborhood Watch Program
The collaboration of residents, neighborhood watch members, civic association groups and business partners are critical in reducing crime. Through teamwork and education, individuals can lessen their chances in becoming victimized and assist in making their community a safer environment. Interested in joining a Neighborhood Watch Group or starting your own? As a courtesy, the Tampa Police Department provides links to independent websites maintained by citizens participating in the Neighborhood Watch Program facilitated by the Tampa Police Department: learn more about the program and review the list of existing groups.
Capital Improvement Projects Viewer
Keep up with Tampa's infrastructure improvements with this citywide mapping application, which includes current and upcoming capital projects.
Job of the Week
The Community Redevelopment Department is looking for a Community Redevelopment Agency Director to focus on the oversight of the City of Tampa’s eight Community Redevelopment Areas (CRAs) which includes a wide variety of redevelopment and economic development activities such as fiscal operations, policymaking, capital project administration, CRA program management, redevelopment plan implementation, property acquisition and business attraction and retention.
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The City of Tampa is working on a major infrastructure project to prevent flooding in Seminole Heights. Unfortunately, this project requires the closure of Florida Avenue for a few weeks. Mayor Jane Castor wants to make sure everyone knows that the businesses along Florida Avenue are still OPEN and encourages everyone to stop by and support them, especially during the closure.
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