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Residents of St. Petersburg expressed outrage after witnessing stormwater crews allegedly dumping sewage into Riveria Bay on social media. Councilmember Brandi Gabbard confirmed that the pumping is permissible as the stormwater is collected from drains, but concerns about potential environmental impacts remain.
St. Petersburg has welcomed its first luxury car storage community, Motocave, located at 2051 Gandy Blvd. The facility features 43 car condominiums and a community clubhouse, catering to automobile enthusiasts looking for premium storage options.
The 100 Good Guys giving circle has made a significant impact by donating a total of $11,500 to three local charities during their fourth quarterly pitch event. The donations included $10,000 to the Parc Center for Disabilities, $1,000 to The Kind Mouse Productions, and $500 to the Family Center on Deafness. The next event is scheduled for November 12 at Bayboro Brewing in St. Petersburg.
The International Day of Peace celebration will take place on the bayfront in St. Petersburg on September 21, organized by the Global Love Project. Established by the United Nations in 1981, this day aims to promote global ceasefire and non-violence. The event continues to advocate for peace, despite the challenges faced over the years.
St. Petersburg city officials are taking steps to enhance access to healthy food in 17 priority neighborhoods, primarily located in South St. Petersburg. These areas have been identified as having a higher concentration of convenience stores compared to other food resources, contributing to elevated obesity and diabetes rates among residents.
CareerSource Hillsborough Pinellas will host the first Opportunity Youth Workforce Summit on October 1 at the Tampa Marriott Water Street. The summit aims to tackle the challenges faced by "opportunity youth" who are disconnected from employment and education in the Tampa Bay area.
Applications for Leadership St. Pete's class of 2025 are due Monday, September 23, at 4:30 p.m. This six-month initiative connects participants with key city stakeholders while teaching essential leadership skills and addressing local issues. For more information, visit the Leadership St. Pete website.
Sean Butler, the chair of CareerSource Hillsborough Pinellas, has resigned from his position to pursue the role of permanent CEO of the organization. His resignation comes amidst controversy surrounding the selection process and merger of the organization. The interim CEO roles are currently filled by Steve Meier and Sheila Doyle.
The Florida Commission on Ethics has dismissed a complaint against St. Petersburg City Council Chair Deborah Figgs-Sanders, who was accused of improperly voting in favor of donor initiatives. The commission's report indicated that the allegations lacked sufficient grounds for investigation, affirming that elected officials are permitted to vote on such matters.
Tampa Bay recently showcased its innovation ecosystem to a U.K. delegation of 23 life science companies, aimed at exploring collaboration and partnership opportunities. The visit included meetings with local academic institutions, tech incubators, and health systems. This initiative highlights Tampa Bay's growing role as a hub for life sciences and innovation.