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January 18, 2020
Memorial Highway Closing between Town and Country Boulevard and Normandy Drive
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News Water Department
Beginning at 9 a.m., today, January 18, Memorial Highway will close between Town and Country Boulevard and Normandy Drive while the Tampa Water Department repairs a water main break. Barricades and... more
January 18, 2020
Memorial Highway Closing between Town and Country Boulevard and Normandy Drive
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
Beginning at 9 a.m., today, January 18, Memorial Highway will close between Town and Country Boulevard and Normandy Drive while the Tampa Water Department repairs a water main break. Barricades and... more
January 17, 2020
Partial Lane closures on South Manhattan Avenue begin January 20 for Utility Maintenance Work
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News Wastewater
Starting at 6 pm on Monday, January 20, a portion of the inside northbound lane on South Manhattan between W Fair Oaks Avenue and W Wallcraft Avenue will close while a department contractor cleans... more
January 17, 2020
Partial Lane closures on South Manhattan Avenue begin January 20 for Utility Maintenance Work
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
Starting at 6 pm on Monday, January 20, a portion of the inside northbound lane on South Manhattan between W Fair Oaks Avenue and W Wallcraft Avenue will close while a department contractor cleans... more
January 17, 2020
Tampa Recognized as the 2nd Most Bike-Friendly City by the League of American Bicyclists
News Mayor Office News Transportation and Stormwater Services
This January, 153 businesses across the US received a Bicycle Friendly Business Award from the League of American Bicyclists—including several Tampa staples. Tampa currently has the 2nd most bicycle-... more
January 17, 2020
Tampa Recognized as the 2nd Most Bike-Friendly City by the League of American Bicyclists
News Mayor Office News General
This January, 153 businesses across the US received a Bicycle Friendly Business Award from the League of American Bicyclists—including several Tampa staples. Tampa currently has the 2nd most bicycle-... more
January 17, 2020
Mayor Jane Castor’s Media Availability Ahead of Gasparilla Children’s Parade
News Mayor Office News Tampa Police
On Saturday, January 18th, 2020 at 8:00 a.m., Mayor Castor will be available on the corner of Bayshore Blvd. and De Soto Blvd. to be interviewed about Gasparilla 2020. She will be on-site from 8:00-8... more
January 17, 2020
Mayor Jane Castor’s Media Availability Ahead of Gasparilla Children’s Parade
News Mayor Office News Special Events Coordination
On Saturday, January 18th, 2020 at 8:00 a.m., Mayor Castor will be available on the corner of Bayshore Blvd. and De Soto Blvd. to be interviewed about Gasparilla 2020. She will be on-site from 8:00-8... more
January 17, 2020
Mayor Jane Castor’s Media Availability Ahead of Gasparilla Children’s Parade
News Mayor Office News General
On Saturday, January 18th, 2020 at 8:00 a.m., Mayor Castor will be available on the corner of Bayshore Blvd. and De Soto Blvd. to be interviewed about Gasparilla 2020. She will be on-site from 8:00-8... more
January 17, 2020
Mayor’s Youth Corps Hosts Valuing Diverse Abilities Education Forum
News Mayor Office News Parks and Recreation
Teens, their parents and all interested individuals are invited to a FREE educational forum on disability awareness and inclusion. Valuing Diverse Abilities will be held on Wednesday, February 12... more
January 17, 2020
Mayor’s Youth Corps Hosts Valuing Diverse Abilities Education Forum
News Mayor Office News General
Teens, their parents and all interested individuals are invited to a FREE educational forum on disability awareness and inclusion. Valuing Diverse Abilities will be held on Wednesday, February 12... more
January 17, 2020
PIRATES SPOTTED IN DOWNTOWN TAMPA WARN OF IMPENDING INVASION OF THE CITY
News Mayor Office News Tampa Police
PIRATES SPOTTED IN DOWNTOWN TAMPA WARN OF IMPENDING INVASION OF THE CITYPhoto and Media Opportunities Available Tampa, FL (Jan. 17, 2020) – The bearded bandits are at it once again. This morning,... more
January 17, 2020
PIRATES SPOTTED IN DOWNTOWN TAMPA WARN OF IMPENDING INVASION OF THE CITY
News Mayor Office News Special Events Coordination
PIRATES SPOTTED IN DOWNTOWN TAMPA WARN OF IMPENDING INVASION OF THE CITYPhoto and Media Opportunities Available Tampa, FL (Jan. 17, 2020) – The bearded bandits are at it once again. This morning,... more
January 17, 2020
PIRATES SPOTTED IN DOWNTOWN TAMPA WARN OF IMPENDING INVASION OF THE CITY
News Mayor Office News General
PIRATES SPOTTED IN DOWNTOWN TAMPA WARN OF IMPENDING INVASION OF THE CITYPhoto and Media Opportunities Available Tampa, FL (Jan. 17, 2020) – The bearded bandits are at it once again. This morning,... more
January 16, 2020
Temporary Lane Closure W Cypress Street to begin January 22, 2020 for Utility Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of W Cypress Street between N Dale Mabry Highway and N Himes Avenue will close daily from 9 am to 4 pm beginning on Wednesday, January 22, 20209 for utility construction.  A utility... more
January 16, 2020
Eastbound Outer Lane Closure on W Waters Avenue between N Habana Avenue and N Armenia Avenue begins January 21 for Utility Maintenance Work
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News Wastewater
Starting at 9am on January 21, the outer eastbound lane on W Waters Avenue between N Habana Avenue and N Armenia Avenue will close while department crews clean and televise the collection system in... more
January 16, 2020
Eastbound Outer Lane Closure on W Waters Avenue between N Habana Avenue and N Armenia Avenue begins January 21 for Utility Maintenance Work
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
Starting at 9am on January 21, the outer eastbound lane on W Waters Avenue between N Habana Avenue and N Armenia Avenue will close while department crews clean and televise the collection system in... more
January 16, 2020
Temporary Lane Closures on N Avenida Republica de Cuba and E 17th Avenue to begin on January 21, 2020 for Utility Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of N Avenida Republica de Cuba between E Lake Avenue and E 17th Avenue/E Columbus Drive and a portion of E 17th Avenue between N 21st Street and N Avenida Republica de Cuba/E Columbus Drive... more
January 16, 2020
Tampa Solid Waste Department Revises Collection Schedule in Observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
News Solid Waste News General
In observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, City of Tampa offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2020. Residential Customers will not receive collection service on Monday, January 20,... more
January 15, 2020
City of Tampa to Host Homeowner's Night To Assist with Education Consultation and Application
News Planning and Development News General
The City of Tampa Department of Planning & Development is excited to announce a new program designed to help homeowners successfully take on their residential construction projects.  It’s called ... more
January 15, 2020
Channel District Improvements Project Public Meeting January 2, 2020
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
The City of Tampa is hosting an open house public meeting on January 21, 2020 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. regarding the Channel District Improvements project. Residents, property, and business owners are... more
January 15, 2020
Temporary Lane Closure N Boulevard to begin January 16, 2020 for Utility Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of N Boulevard between W Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and W Osbourne Avenue will close at 9 am beginning on Thursday, January 16, 2020, for utility construction.  A utility... more
January 15, 2020
Temporary Road Closures for the 2020 Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival - Saturday January 18 – Sunday, January 19, 2020
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News Tampa Police
Traffic is expected to be heavy this weekend in Downtown Tampa due to the 2020 Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival at the Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. Drivers and pedestrians alike are advised to... more
January 15, 2020
Temporary Road Closures for the 2020 Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival - Saturday January 18 – Sunday, January 19, 2020
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News Special Events Coordination
Traffic is expected to be heavy this weekend in Downtown Tampa due to the 2020 Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival at the Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. Drivers and pedestrians alike are advised to... more
January 15, 2020
Temporary Road Closures for the 2020 Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival - Saturday January 18 – Sunday, January 19, 2020
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News Parks and Recreation
Traffic is expected to be heavy this weekend in Downtown Tampa due to the 2020 Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival at the Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. Drivers and pedestrians alike are advised to... more
January 15, 2020
Temporary Road Closures for the 2020 Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival - Saturday January 18 – Sunday, January 19, 2020
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
Traffic is expected to be heavy this weekend in Downtown Tampa due to the 2020 Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival at the Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. Drivers and pedestrians alike are advised to... more
January 14, 2020
Temporary Lane Closures on S Morgan Street to begin January 15, 2020 for Road Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of S Morgan Street between E Brorein Street and Channelside Drive will close at 9 am beginning Wednesday, January 15, 2020 for road construction. A City contractor will be reconstructing... more
January 14, 2020
Temporary Road Closures for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade - Monday, January 20, 2020
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News Special Events Coordination
Traffic is expected to be heavier than normal this Monday in central Tampa area due to the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade. Drivers and pedestrians alike are advised to allow for extra travel time... more
January 14, 2020
Temporary Road Closures for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade - Monday, January 20, 2020
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
Traffic is expected to be heavier than normal this Monday in central Tampa area due to the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade. Drivers and pedestrians alike are advised to allow for extra travel time... more
January 13, 2020
The Internal Audit Department released its Solid Waste - Environmental Compliance, Audit 20-01
News Internal Audit
The Environmental Coordination Division of the City of Tampa's Solid Waste and Environmental Program Management Department oversees a wide variety of programs, including the State of Florida... more
January 13, 2020
City of Tampa Offices Closed - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
News General
The City of Tampa offices will be closed Wednesday, January 20, 2020 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr.  Day.Visit City of Tampa Holidays for a complete list of observed holidays.
January 12, 2020
Officers Shoot Armed Man
News Tampa Police
DATE/TIME: 1/12/2020 @ 1:24 A.M.LOCATION: 4200 block E. Cayuga StSUBJECT: Wayne Wilson DOB 10/01/1985DETAILS:Tampa Police officers were dispatched to N. 40th St. and E. Osborne Ave. for reports of "... more
January 10, 2020
Temporary Lane Closure(s) Water Street to begin January 16, 3020 for Utility Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
 A portion of Water Street (formerly Old Water Street) between S Florida Avenue and Channelside Drive will close on Thursday, January 16, 2020 for utility construction.  Two (2) northbound lanes on... more
January 10, 2020
Temporary Lane Closures on E Twiggs Street to begin January 16, 2020 for Utility Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
Tampa, FL (January 10, 2020) – A portion of E Twiggs Street between N Florida Avenue and N Pierce Street will close daily from 9 am to 4 pm beginning on Thursday, January 16, 2020 for utility... more
January 10, 2020
Join Mayor Jane Castor’s Krewe with the #CastorsKrewe Poster Challenge
News Mayor Office News Special Events Coordination
Ahoy, mateys! This Gasparilla season, Mayor Jane Castor invites you to join her krewe with the Castor’s Krewe poster challenge!Parade-goers are invited to decorate their signs with “Castor’s Krewe”... more
January 9, 2020
Temporary Lane Closure on S Lois Avenue to begin January 13, 2020 for Utility Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of S Lois Avenue between Henderson Boulevard and W Swann Avenue will close daily between 9 am and 4 pm beginning on Monday, January 13, 2020 for utility construction.  A utility contractor... more
January 9, 2020
Temporary Lane Closure W Neptune Street to begin January 13, 2020 for Utility Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of W Neptune Street between S Himes Avenue and S Dale Mabry Highway will close daily from 9 am to 4 pm beginning on Monday, January 13, 2020 for utility construction.  A utility contractor... more
January 9, 2020
Temporary Lane Closure on Henderson Boulevard to begin January 13, 2020 for Utility Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of Henderson Boulevard between W Bay to Bay Boulevard and S Manhattan Avenue will be closed beginning on Monday, January 13, 2020 for utility construction.  A City contractor will be... more
January 9, 2020
Temporary Lane Closure E Sligh Avenue to begin January 13, 2020 for Utility Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of E Sligh Avenue between Rowlett Park Drive and N 30th Street will close daily from 9 am to 4 pm beginning on Monday, January 13, 2020 for utility construction.  A utility contractor will... more
January 9, 2020
City of Tampa to host 2nd Community Resource Fair
News Mayor Office News General
The City of Tampa Housing and Community Development Division is hosting the 2nd of four Community Resource Fairs (Once a quarter). The upcoming Community Resource Fair, will be held on Saturday,... more
January 9, 2020
Bayshore Boulevard Temporary Median Crossover Closures for Upcoming Gasparilla Parades
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News Transportation and Stormwater Services
Beginning on Saturday, January 11, Bayshore Boulevard median crossovers will be closed at the following streets.S DeSoto AvenueNance AvenueS Albany AvenueS Gunby AvenueThe median crossover are... more
January 8, 2020
City of Tampa Hosting Fair Oaks Special Meeting January 23rd
News Mayor Office
The City of Tampa Parks & Recreation Department and the East Tampa Community Redevelopment Agency Manager invite the public to attend a special meeting regarding the assessment, future needs and... more
January 6, 2020
Wholesale Water Purchase Begins for Supplementing Hillsborough River Reservoir Withdrawals
News Water Department News General
The Tampa Water Department began purchasing water from Tampa Bay Water (TBW) today to supplement the permitted withdrawals from the Hillsborough River reservoir. Historically, the City has turned to... more
January 6, 2020
The Internal Audit Department released its Housing Division - CDBG, Audit 1903
News Internal Audit
The City of Tampa is an awardee from the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Agency of various federal grant funds. This audit reviewed the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) administered by... more
January 6, 2020
TAMPA POLICE PARTICIPATE IN STATEWIDE SAFETY CAMPAIGN TO REDUCE CRASHES
News Tampa Police
The Tampa Police Department is one of several Law Enforcement Agencies in the Tampa Bay Area joining a statewide campaign to keep pedestrians, motorists, and bicyclists safe. The goal is to reduce... more
January 3, 2020
Temporary Lane Closure on W Bay Street to begin January 8, 2020 for Utility Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of W Bay Street between Bayshore Boulevard and S Magnolia Avenue will close beginning on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 for utility construction.  A utility contractor will be installing a new... more
January 3, 2020
Temporary Lane Closure on N Westshore Boulevard to begin January 3, 2020 for Utility Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of N Westshore Boulevard between W Kennedy Boulevard and W Cypress Street will close beginning on Friday, January 3, 2020 for utility installation.  A private contractor will be installing... more
January 3, 2020
Temporary Lane Closure on W Palm Drive to begin January 6, 2020 for Utility Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of W Palm Drive between S Ysabella Avenue and S Howard Avenue will close daily from 9 am to 4 pm beginning on Monday, January 6, 2020 for utility construction.  A utility contractor will be... more
January 2, 2020
Temporary Lane Closures W Swann Avenue and S MacDill Avenue to begin January 7, 2020 for Utility Maintenance
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of W Swann Avenue between S Armenia Avenue and Henderson Boulevard and S MacDill Avenue between W Morrison Avenue and W Azeele Street will close daily from 9 pm to 7 am beginning on Tuesday... more
December 26, 2019
Traffic Advisory: Temporary Lane Closure S Ashley Drive to begin January 6, 2020 for Sidewalk Construction - Revised to be released January 3, 2020
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of S Ashley Drive between W Whiting Street and W Brorein Street will close beginning on Monday, January 6, 2020 for sidewalk construction.  A private contractor will be repairing the... more
December 23, 2019
Temporary Lane Closure of W Cleveland Street that began December 30, 2019 for Utility Construction to be Extended
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
(This is a revision to a Traffic Advisory issued on December 23, 2019)A portion of W Cleveland Street between S Hyde Park Avenue and S Boulevard that closed daily from 9 am to 4 pm beginning on... more
December 3, 2019
5 Tips: Keep Your Holiday Shopping Safe and Secure
News Information Security
It’s that time of year again—and as usual, there are far too many scammers out there trying to take a bite out of your holiday cheer.  These expert tips will help you reduce the risk:1. Be skeptical... more
November 18, 2019
Temporary Lane Closures N Central Avenue and E Hanna Avenue to begin November 21, 2019 for Utility Work
News Mayor Office News General
A portion of N Central Avenue between E Hillsborough Avenue and E Sligh Avenue and E Hanna Avenue between N Florida Avenue and N Nebraska Avenue will close on Thursday, November 21, 2019, for utility... more
November 14, 2019
Temporary Road Closure of Willow Ave at Cass Street to begin November 15, 2019 for Stormwater Construction
News Transportation and Stormwater Services
The intersection of North Willow Avenue at Cass Street will close beginning on Friday, November 15,  2019, as part of the Cypress Street Outfall Regional Stormwater Improvements Design-Build project... more
November 13, 2019
Temporary Road Closure on West Cass Street to begin November 15, 2019 for Stormwater Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures
A portion of West Cass Street from North Boulevard through the intersection of North Willow Avenue will close beginning on Friday, November 15,  2019, as part of the Cypress Street Outfall Regional... more
November 12, 2019
Temporary Lane Closure Henderson Boulevard to begin November 18, 2019 for Utility Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of Henderson Boulevard between W Neptune Street and W Morrison Avenue will close nightly from 9 pm to 6 am the following morning beginning on Monday, November 18, 2019 for utility... more
November 8, 2019
Temporary Lane Closures on N Morgan Street and N Marion Street to begin November 10, 2019 for Site Improvements to be Extended
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
(This is a revision to a Traffic Advisory issued on November 8, 2019)– A portion of N Morgan Street between Scott Street and E Harrison Street and a portion of N Marion Street between E Harrison... more
November 1, 2019
Temporary Lane Closure on S Meridian Avenue and Channelside Drive that began on November 4, 2019 for Sidewalk Construction to be Extended
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
(This is a revision to a Traffic Advisory issued on October 31, 2019)A portion of S Meridian Avenue between E Cumberland Avenue and Channelside Drive and Channelside Drive between S Meridian Avenue... more
October 10, 2019
Temporary Road Closure Water Street (formerly Old Water Street) to begin October 14, 2019 for Building Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News Planning and Development
A portion of Water Street (formerly Old Water Street) between S Florida Avenue and S Morgan Street will close nightly beginning on Monday, October 14, 2019, for building construction.  A private... more
October 8, 2019
Temporary Lane Closure on W Cypress Street to begin October 10, 2019 for Road Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of W Cypress Street between N Lois Avenue and N Himes Avenue will close daily beginning on Thursday, October 10, 2019, at 9 am as part of the Midtown Tampa development project.  A private... more
October 7, 2019
The City of Tampa Development Services Center is now offering monthly training classes on the Accela Citizen Access web portal
News Mayor Office
Overview:The City of Tampa Development Services Center is now offering monthly training classes on the Accela Citizen Access web portal - Tampa's online Building Permit and Planning Applications ... more
October 7, 2019
MAYOR’S HISPANIC ADVISORY COUNCIL HOSTS THE 22ND ANNUAL LATINOS UNIDOS LUNCHEON ON MAY 5, 2020 FEATURING KEYNOTE SPEAKER, MS. SYLVIA ACEVEDO, CEO GIRLS SCOUTS OF THE USA
News Mayor Office
Mayor Jane Castor and the City of Tampa Mayor’s Hispanic Advisory Council proudly announce Ms. Sylvia Acevedo, CEO of the Girl Scouts of the USA, will be the keynote speaker for the Council’s 22nd... more
August 22, 2019
Temporary Road Closure on W Cass Street to begin August 27, 2019 for Stormwater Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of W Cass Street between N Boulevard and N Willow Avenue will close beginning on Tuesday, August 27, 2019, as part of the Cypress Street Outfall Regional Stormwater Improvements Design-... more
August 21, 2019
Temporary Lane Closure on E Tyler Street and N Tampa Street to begin August 22, 2019 for Building Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of E Tyler Street between N Franklin Street and N Ashley Drive and N Tampa Street between E Laurel Street and E Tyler Street will close beginning on Thursday, August 22, 2019, for building... more
August 20, 2019
Temporary Lane Closures on W Tyler Street, W MacInnes Place, and N Ashley Drive to begin August 26, 2019 for Building Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of W Tyler Street between N Ashley Drive and W MacInnes Place and W MacInnes Place between W Tyler Street and W Fortune Street will close on Monday, August 26, 2019,  for  building... more
July 11, 2019
Temporary Lane Closures of Davis Islands Bridge/Davis Boulevard to begin July 25, 2019 for Utility Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of the Davis Boulevard Ramp/Davis Boulevard between W De Leon Street to Arbor Place will close beginning on Thursday, July 25, 2019 for utility construction.  A TECO utility contractor will... more
April 9, 2019
Temporary Road Closure on Old Water Street to begin April 15, 2019 for Building Construction
News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures News General
A portion of Old Water Street between S Florida Avenue  and Channelside Drive will  close beginning on Monday, April 15, 2019 for building construction.  A private contractor will install caissons on... more
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