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Mayor Jane Castor, Tampa City Council, City staff and community members celebrated the opening of the Henry & Ola Dog Park, the 17th City of Tampa dog park. The 10,600 sq ft area features benches, green space, new trees, ADA-accessible dog fountain, dog waste station, and more.
Mayor Jane Castor, Tampa City Council, City staff and community members celebrated the opening of the Henry & Ola Dog Park, the 17th City of Tampa dog park. The 10,600 sq ft area features benches, green space, new trees, ADA-accessible dog fountain, dog waste station, and more.
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36th Annual City of Tampa Black History Celebration

The City of Tampa is proud to honor Black History Month with the 36th Annual Black History Celebration (http://cityoftampablackhistorycommittee.org/) . All are invited to join the City of Tampa Black History Committee, Inc. on February 16 at 11 am the Tampa Convention Center as we recognize the many contributions of black leaders past and present. This year keynote speaker is Kiva Williams of the Mahogony Kids Fine Arts Foundation and the mistress of ceremonies is Dalia Dangerfield of Spectrum Bay News 9.

Black Love Film Series

There are two showings left in the Black Love Film Series (https://tampatheatre.org/movie-categories/black-love/) ! The series features films chosen in collaboration with the City of Tampa’s Community Engagement & Partnerships Department that explore stories centered around the theme of “Faith, Food & Family” as told by Black filmmakers and diverse casts. On February 18 at 3 pm, the screening of “This Is It! The Miracle of BBQ” will be free and open to the public.

Now Hiring Lifeguards

Are you looking for an opportunity that helps you build skills, develop leadership, and gain marketable job qualities? Each summer season, we employ more than 90 lifeguards of all ages. Candidates must be at least 15 years old and successfully complete the American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification Course including First Aid/CPR/AED. Attend one of many lifeguard training opportunities hosted by the Tampa Parks & Recreation team (https://parks.tampagov.net/web/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/search.html?SessionID=si&module=AR&type=AQUA&subtype=AQTRN) to become certified. Learn more here (https://www.tampa.gov/parks-and-recreation/activities-recreation/aquatics/lifeguard-jobs) .

Florida-Friendly Landscaping™: Growing Your Water-Wise Garden

Grow your garden rain or shine! On February 22 at 11 am, join the Tampa Water Department for a free, virtual workshop (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/florida-friendly-landscapingtm-growing-your-water-wise-garden-tickets-788227749417?aff=oddtdtcreator) about using Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ principles to create a garden oasis designed to thrive in Tampa. Attendees will receive a free copy of the new “Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Handbook for Home Landscapes” and the “Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Guide to Plant Selection & Landscape Design”.

77th Annual Fiesta Day

Join the Ybor City Chamber of Commerce for the 77th Annual Fiesta Day (https://members.ybor.org/events/details/77th-fiesta-day-2024-3722) on February 24 from 11 am – 6 pm along 7th Avenue. Attendees will enjoy food, arts & crafts, and live entertainment at the free annual event.

Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic

Arghhh you ready to run? The Gasparilla Distance Classic Race Weekend (https://www.rungasparilla.com/) is February 24 – 25. The public is also invited to the free ABC Action News Health & Fitness Expo (https://www.rungasparilla.com/health-and-fitness-expo/) at the Tampa Convention Center, featuring 100+ health and wellness professionals that will offer advice, products and interactive activities to help those in attendance make choices leading to a more healthy lifestyle.

27th Annual Women’s History Month Celebration

Please join Mayor Jane Castor for the 27th Annual Women's History Month Celebration (https://www.tampa.gov/womens-history-month-celebration) on March 5 at 10:30 am, including a presentation of the Josephine Howard Stafford Memorial Award (https://www.tampa.gov/womens-history-month-celebration/about-us/josephine-stafford-award?fbclid=IwAR0eYHbaQPbVZC3B8qIqxeQ61eob-LCd85W47wQToPQusIhudySl0JdxAlQ) to Ocea Wynn, Administrator of Neighborhood and Community Affairs.

Job of the Week

The Mobility Department is hiring a City Surveyor (https://www.jobapscloud.com/Tampa/sup/bulpreview.asp?b=&R1=240201&R2=005035&R3=001) to plan, assign, schedule, supervise, and review the work of crews, including contractual services, involved in performing a variety of engineering surveys. A valid driver’s license and registration as a licensed Land Surveyor in the State of Florida is required.
LAST WEEK'S HEADLINES

Tampa councilwoman opens bookstore dedicated to African-American literature
Tampa councilwoman opens bookstore dedicated to African-American literature (https://www.fox13news.com/news/tampa-city-council-member-opens-bookstore-dedicated-to-african-american-literature)
FOX13
Gwendolyn Henderson's days are full of excitement at her bookstore.

Build Expo comes to Tampa as region-wide construction boom continues
Build Expo comes to Tampa as region-wide construction boom continues (https://www.fox13news.com/news/build-expo-comes-to-tampa-as-region-wide-construction-boom-continues)
FOX13
The two-day event takes place at the Tampa Convention Center and, according to organizers, saw thousands of people register in advance.

Port Tampa Bay anticipates breaking all-time cruise passenger record in 2024
Port Tampa Bay anticipates breaking all-time cruise passenger record in 2024 (https://www.fox13news.com/news/port-tampa-bay-cruise-industry-booming-florida-spring)
FOX13
In addition, the city of Tampa attracts cruisers, too, Lovelace added.

"My grandfather's smiling from heaven": Tampa working to honor cemetery for black WWI soldiers
"My grandfather's smiling from heaven": Tampa working to honor cemetery for black WWI soldiers (https://www.abcactionnews.com/news/region-hillsborough/my-grandfathers-smiling-from-heaven-tampa-working-to-honor-cemetery-for-black-wwi-soldiers)
ABC Action News
During Thursday's City of Tampa Community Redevelopment Agency meeting, Councilman Luis Viera explained how the idea came about.

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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
Meet Neris Reyero, Cemetery Coordinator in the Parks and Recreation Department. She has worked for the City of Tampa for 21 years and enjoys helping the many families that reach out to the department for help. They often reach out for two reasons: They just lost a loved one, or they are trying to locate someone they care about. Neris values being able to help them in their time of grief or giving them the information they are looking for.

What’s something unique about your job that others wouldn’t know? That we have eight cemeteries, and each is unique in its own right.

What do you like to do in your free time? Stay at home, relax with my husband, watching TV or just hanging out. I’m very much a homebody. If I’m not doing that, I like exercising.

What’s your favorite restaurant in Tampa? Mighty Quinn’s Barbecue. Besides the meat, which I really like, they don’t have only the typical sides like corn bread and baked beans. They also have Brussels sprouts and jasmine rice.

What’s your dream vacation? Since I was born and raised here, and am used to the scenery, I would travel anywhere. But at the top of my list is Ireland. It looks beautiful in pictures and videos, and I am sure that they don’t do it justice.

What are you binging on Netflix right now? The last show I watched on Netflix was The Crown. Right now, I am watching “The Office: Superfan Episodes” on Peacock. It’s one of my favorite shows.
SPECIAL FEATURE
Did you know that the Mobility Department maintains 2,800 paved lane miles of streets? Our team members also resurface about 400,000 square yards of asphalt annually.

See a pothole? Don't forget to report it to our ** Fix It Fast Program (https://www.tampa.gov/mobility/transportation/fix-it-fast)
to be addressed within 72 hours.
COMING UP THIS WEEK

Monday, February 12 at 9 a.m.
Press Conference – HENRY & OLA DOG PARK OPENING

Monday, February 12 at 11:30 a.m.
TAMPA BAY PARTNERSHIP "STATE OF THE REGION" 2024 & LUNCHEON

Monday, February 12 at 5 p.m.
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION - TAMPA BAY COLLEGE ACCESS NETWORK/LEAP VISION COUNCIL STRATEGIC PLANNING MEETING

Tuesday, February 13 at 2 p.m.
Press Conference – COMPOSTING YARD WASTE

Tuesday, February 13 at 4:45 p.m.
THE BUCCANEERS GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL FLAG FOOTBALL PRE-SEASON CLASSIC KICK-OFF CELEBRATION

Tuesday, February 13 at 6:15 p.m.
CONNECTWISE OFFICE OPENING

Wednesday, February 14 at 5 p.m.
MITSUBISHI UFJ FINANCIAL GROUP (MUFG) GRAND OPENING & RECEPTION

Thursday, February 16 – Sunday, February 18
U.S. CONFERENCE OF MAYORS WINTER LEADERSHIP MEETING - SANTA BARBARA, CA
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