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Pictured: Clearwater Councilmember Kathleen Beckman, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, Lakeland Mayor William Mutz, Panel Moderator Roby Schapira, and Plant City Mayor Nathan Kilton.
In partnership with the United States Conference of Mayors & Wells Fargo, the City of Tampa recently hosted a Small Business Roundtable Discussion. Tampa Bay elected officials, chamber representatives, municipal staff & small business owners shared & discussed ideas, strategies, and challenges. Small businesses are the backbone of our community - and proactive communication with our local entrepreneurs is key.

Pictured: Clearwater Councilmember Kathleen Beckman, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, Lakeland Mayor William Mutz, Panel Moderator Roby Schapira, and Plant City Mayor Nathan Kilton.
GET INVOLVED
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

In observance of the holiday, all City of Tampa offices will be closed on January 15, 2024. There will be no solid waste pickup (https://www.tampa.gov/news/2024-01/tampa-trash-collection-schedule-revised-observance-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-day-133871) that day, and those customers will receive service on their next scheduled day. On January 15 at 12 pm, join our community in honoring the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. at the annual MLK Day Parade (https://mlkjrparade.com/) , starting near Cuscaden Park.

The City of Tampa is also proud to partner with Learn and Serve Tampa Inc., The Mission Continues, and Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful to host a Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service event (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeligLrXOrSoUwK3yAs-XIojk7wHu2eahrIh-ASZ9gRQFC8PA/viewform?pli=1) on January 13 at McKay Bay Nature Park (134 34th St.).

Buccaneers Banner Drop at City Hall

Celebrate the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with us as they head into the playoffs! Mayor Jane Castor and Buccaneers Chief Operating Officer Brian Ford will drop a banner at City Hall at 10 am tomorrow (January 9).

Christmas Tree Collection Service

Need to dispose of your Christmas tree? The Solid Waste Department’s free curbside collection (https://www.tampa.gov/news/2023-12/city-tampa-solid-waste-department-christmas-tree-collection-schedule-133676) service is available until January 31 on normal yard waste pickup days. Prepare your tree by removing all decorations/lights, cutting tree limbs into 4-ft segments, and bundling with jute twine.

EPIC Family Summit

On January 16 at 7 pm, join the Empowering Parents in Communities (EPIC) Family Summit to discuss the proposed citywide juvenile curfew ordinance. Panelists will include TPD Chief Lee Bercaw and Dr. Nekeshia Hammond, a nationally recognized psychologist and author of “The Practical Guide to Raising Emotionally Healthy Children.” Radio personality for 95.7 The Beat, Anjali "Queen B" Mcguire will moderate the discussion. Parents, teens and youth development providers are encouraged to register and attend (https://www.tampa.gov/register) .

3Rs Art & Poetry Contest

Submissions are now open for the annual 3R's Art & Poetry contest (https://www.tampa.gov/3Rs) . Tampa children & teens are invited to submit art and poetry that promotes environmental stewardship until February 2. Winning artwork will be displayed on our solid waste trucks for one year.

Checking for Indoor Leaks Workshop

Indoor leaks can waste water and money. Learn how to be a leak detective at this “Checking for Indoor Leaks” virtual workshop (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/checking-for-indoor-leaks-workshop-tickets-785091338327?aff=oddtdtcreator) on January 11 at 11 am. Plus, Tampa Water Department customers will receive a FREE Indoor Water Conservation Kit.

Gasparilla

Gasparilla (https://gasparillapiratefest.com/) season is upon us, mateys! Children’s Gasparilla (https://gasparillapiratefest.com/childrens/) will take place on January 20 and Gasparilla Pirate Fest (https://gasparillapiratefest.com/pirate-fest/) will take place on January 27. Stay informed - text GASPARILLA to 888-777 for text alerts.

Changes to Artificial Turf Installation Requirements

Requirements for the installation of artificial turf (in areas over 150 sq ft) within Tampa city limits have been consolidated. See the changes here (https://www.tampa.gov/construction-services/artificial-turf) .

Job of the Week

The Tampa Police Department is hiring Public Safety Telecommunicators (https://www.jobapscloud.com/Tampa/sup/bulpreview.asp?b=&R1=231207&R2=007500&R3=001) to provide efficient responses to emergency and non-emergency calls for service for police, fire, and/or medical assistance.
LAST WEEK'S HEADLINES

Pedestrian fatalities trending down in Tampa, Pinellas County as mobility leaders share Vision Zero progress
Pedestrian fatalities trending down in Tampa, Pinellas County as mobility leaders share Vision Zero progress (https://www.fox13news.com/news/pedestrian-fatalities-trending-down-in-tampa-pinellas-county-as-mobility-leaders-share-vision-zero-progress)
FOX13
Changes are coming in 2024 to Tampa’s roads, including expanding the city’s paving team resources through more staff and equipment.

WalletHub Best Award - 2023 Best Cities for Jobs - Aerial Photo of Tampa's Downtown Waterfront
Tampa named second best city to find a job in 2024: report (https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/tampa-named-second-best-city-to-find-a-job-in-2024-report/)
WFLA News Channel 8
Tampa ranked second, coming in behind Scottsdale, Arizona.
Children wave and smile while wearing beads along the Gasparilla Children's Parade route
2024 Gasparilla schedule of events (https://www.wfla.com/news/gasparilla/2024-gasparilla-schedule-of-events/)
WFLA NewsChannel 8
It’s arrr-guably the most exciting time of the year for Tampa residents!

Tampa's new water filtration system is expected to help remove forever chemicals
Tampa's new water filtration system is expected to help remove forever chemicals (https://www.npr.org/2024/01/02/1222434176/tampas-new-water-filtration-system-is-expected-to-help-remove-forever-chemicals?station=KXJZ_FM)
NPR
Tampa could become the first U.S. city to get a water treatment system with technology that can help filter out forever chemicals known as PFAS.

Mayors Jane Castor, Ken Welch and Brian Aungst spoke at Suncoast Tiger Bay’s annual panel.
Tampa Bay mayors excited about housing, development, Rays deal in 2024 (https://www.tampabay.com/news/st-petersburg/2024/01/05/tampa-bay-mayors-excited-about-housing-development-rays-deal-2024/)
Tampa Bay Times
Mayors Jane Castor, Ken Welch and Brian Aungst spoke at Suncoast Tiger Bay’s annual panel.

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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

Meet Nick An, an Engineer III in the Mobility Department. He has worked for the City of Tampa for over four years, and enjoys that in his role in designing traffic signal timings, he can help improve roadway safety and the efficiency of traffic flow. Even just a small traffic signal timing change can considerably improve the traffic flow - which can profoundly help thousands of motorists every day.

What is the craziest thing you’ve seen on the job? It was February 7, 2021, at Super Bowl 55, when I was in the Tampa Traffic Management Center for the event traffic management. It was an astonishing moment when I saw the thousands of Bucs fans flooded the City streets to celebrate Super Bowl victory as the Bucs won over the defending champion Kansas City Chiefs.

What is your favorite shop in Tampa? My favorite shop place is MD Oriental Market. There are three MD Oriental Market stores in the Tampa area, and it provides a wide range of international produce, particularly, Asian groceries, vegetables, and fresh sea foods.

What is your dream vacation? My dream vacation place is Iceland. I wanted to see auroras and learned that the northern lights are visible in Iceland more than seven months, and during that period you can see them pretty much at anywhere.

What is your favorite movie? My favorite movie is Home Alone. My family watched Home Alone I and II again during the past holiday time. I like Home Alone because it shows the humor and heartwarming moments, the family bonds, and the spirit of Christmas.

SPECIAL FEATURE
Did you know that the Tampa Convention Center is an award-winning facility? In just 2023, the TCC team won four national awards & achieved Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC) STAR™ accreditation, the gold standard for prepared facilities.

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Beginning the new year by finishing construction at Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park!🥳 The replacement of this major wastewater pipeline is just one example of our PIPES projects that are Transforming Tampa's Tomorrow - by replacing miles of aged pipelines throughout the city & increasing resiliency.

COMING UP THIS WEEK

Tuesday, January 9 at 11:30 a.m.
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY MANAGER LUNCHEON

Wednesday, January 10 at 8:55 a.m.
UNITED WAY SUNCOAST CENTENNIAL KICK-OFF

Wednesday, January 10 at 12 p.m.
GRACEPOINT LEADERSHIP FORUM

Wednesday, January 10 at 1:30 p.m.
Press Conference - WAYNE PAPY MURAL UNVEILING

Wednesday, January 10 at 6:30 p.m.
ERICA DHAWAN & MAYOR JANE CASTOR DINNER MEETING: THE STATE OF FEMALE ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACROSS TAMPA

Thursday, January 11 at 7:30 a.m.
TAMPA BAY BUSINESS JOURNAL 2024 ECONOMIC OUTLOOK PROGRAM

Thursday, January 11 at 11 a.m.
THE CENTRE FOR WOMEN - WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON

Thursday, January 11 at 4 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting - ALL GREEN PRODUCTS PLANT

Thursday, January 11 at 4:45 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting - THE WICKED SWEET SUGAR BOUTIQUE BAKERY

Friday, January 12 at 2:45 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting - CHILL BROS ICE CREAM SHOP

Friday, January 12 at 5:20 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting - THE MOTOR ENCLAVE GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION

Friday, January 12 at 7 p.m.
TAMPA BAY SPORTS COMMISSION 12th ANNUAL TAMPA BAY SNEAKER SOIREE
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