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Cutting the ribbon at the grand opening of Marquee Square Apartments in East Tampa.
Hi Tampa,

This past week brought two powerful reminders of what’s possible when we stay focused on one of our city’s most pressing challenges: affordable housing.

We cut the ribbon on Marquee Square (https://www.marqueesquare.com/) , a beautiful new community on the former Fun-Lan Drive-In site in East Tampa. For working families, seniors, and neighbors living on modest incomes, these 354 apartments offer a chance to build stability close to jobs and opportunity. Just a few years ago, that site was a vacant lot. Today, it’s proof of how smart investment and strong partnerships can drastically improve the lives of fellow Tampanians.

At Robles Park Village (https://www.tampaha.org/robles-park-village-redevelopment) , demolition is officially now underway, a major step in transforming one of Tampa’s oldest public housing communities into modern, mixed-income homes. The project, led by the Tampa Housing Authority, will add hundreds of new units, preserve affordability, and honor the cultural legacy of this long-standing Tampa neighborhood.

These milestones couldn’t come at a more important time. Our city’s most recent Housing Needs Assessment (https://www.tampa.gov/document/housing-needs-assessment-data-report-145616) makes one thing clear: Tampa’s housing supply, especially for low-income households, is in high demand with limited supply. This is a trend we must change. With our population projected to grow by 60,000 more residents by 2045, we can’t afford to wait.

Projects like Marquee Square and Robles Park may be just the start, but they set a precedent. They prove what’s possible when we work together, public and private partners, united by a shared goal: to get more people into homes they can afford.

We’ve got more work to do, but we’re on the right track.

Onward,

Mayor Jane
TAMPA AT WORK
https://youtu.be/q9rCtNrc74M
Meet Adrian Medina, captain of our new Little Skimmer! These small but mighty trash boats work hard to protect one of our most critical natural resources - the Hillsborough River.
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FY26 Budget Passed

The Tampa City Council unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget last week. It holds Tampa's tax rate steady while focusing on infrastructure, paving, housing, public safety, and youth. Review the document and learn more at tampa.gov/budget (https://www.tampa.gov/budget) .

Stay Informed with Alert Tampa

We're in the midst of hurricane season, Tampa! Stay vigilant and stay informed with Alert Tampa (https://www.tampa.gov/AlertTampa) . Text TAMPAREADY or TAMPALISTA to 888-777 for text alerts. Follow the City of Tampa on X (https://x.com/cityoftampa) , Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/cityoftampa/) , and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/CityofTampa) and Alert Tampa on X (https://x.com/AlertTampa) , Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/alerttampa/) , and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/AlertTampaEM) . See hurricane preparedness tips at tampa.gov/hurricane (https://www.tampa.gov/hurricane) .

Tampa Bay Region Post-Disaster Redevelopment Plan Public Workshop

Help create a stronger, more resilient Tampa! The City of Tampa is working with our regional partners to develop a Tampa Bay Region Post-Disaster Redevelopment Plan (PDRP) (https://postdisastertampabay.com/) to guide how our community recovers and rebuilds after future disasters. On September 23 from 6 pm – 8 pm at the City Center at Hanna Avenue, Workshop #2 will review and rank recovery and rebuilding strategies as part of interactive roundtable activities.

Signal 87 Summit

On September 24 at 6:30 pm at The Canopy at West River (1147 W Main St), join Tampa Police officers, local leaders, and neighborhood residents at Signal 87 Summit (https://www.tampa.gov/events/signal-87-summit/172871) - a relaxed get-together to chat, share ideas, and work together to build a stronger community.

Hispanic Heritage Month Lunch & Learn Events

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us by joining our two upcoming Lunch & Learn events, diving in deep to Tampa’s history. Free lunch will be provided (while supplies last). Learn more at tampa.gov/tampa-en-espanol (https://www.tampa.gov/tampa-en-espanol) .
* Guida House History and Renovations: September 26 at 12 pm - Barksdale Senior Center
* Spanish Influence in Tampa’s Architecture: October 9 at 12 pm - City Center at Hanna Avenue

6th Annual Silver Night Out

Tickets are available for the 6th Annual Silver Night Out: “A Black-And-White Affair” (https://www.tampa.gov/parks-and-recreation) on September 27 from 6 pm – 10 pm at Higgins Hall (5225 N Himes Ave). Tickets are $50 each and available for purchase at Barksdale Senior Center and the Cyrus Greene Center.

Mayor’s Food Truck Fiesta

The Mayor’s Food Truck Fiesta (https://www.tampasdowntown.com/events/mayors-food-truck-fiesta-24-243-847-650-862-945-373-685-359-669-297-880-824-546/?occurrence=2025-10-01) returns to Lykes Gaslight Park on October 1 from 11 am – 2 pm. Participating food trucks: Mr Bulgogi, Salsa My Love, Brisket & Beyond, Keilbasa Bus, and Tutty Frutty.

Faith and Blue

Calling all faith-based organizations! Join the Tampa Police Department’s Faith and Blue event on October 4 from 6 pm – 9 pm at Water Works Park. It will be a night where law enforcement, community members, and faith-based leaders come together to celebrate an evening of fellowship.

Saturday Session

Join us at the next Saturday Session (https://www.tampa.gov/SaturdaySession) on October 4 from 9 am – 2 pm at the City Center at Hanna Avenue. Attendees will get the latest information on the City budget, programs, grants, and ways to strengthen their neighborhood. This interactive session is built for both current and aspiring neighborhood leaders. Free lunch will be provided.

37th Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration

The 37th Annual City of Tampa Hispanic Heritage Celebration will be hosted on October 14 at 11 am at Tampa Theatre. The first 200 guests will receive free lunch. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, visit tampa.gov/MHHCSponsor (https://www.tampa.gov/MHHCSponsor) .

Mark Your Calendar: 31st Annual Tampa Police Memorial Run

The Tampa Police Memorial Committee will host the 31st Annual Tampa Police Memorial Run (https://www.tampa.gov/events/31st-annual-tampa-police-memorial-run/172006) on October 11 at 8 am. The run honors fallen Tampa Police officers and celebrates the spirit of community. The event typically features a 5K run, a 1-mile fun run/walk, food, music, door prizes, and various activities. Proceeds benefit the Tampa Police Museum, Memorial Scholarship Program, charitable donations, and improvements to the Tampa Police Memorial Monument.

Apply for the Mayor’s Youth Corps

Know a young person ready to get involved in our community? Applications for the next class of Tampa Mayor's Youth Corps are now open at tampa.gov/MYC (https://www.tampa.gov/MYC) . In this unique program, students in grades 9, 10, or 11 learn about city government, meet with the mayor, conduct community service projects, gain employability skills, and more. Apply by October 23.

PD Pulse

Want to know what’s happening in your neighborhood? PD Pulse is the Tampa Police Department’s monthly newsletter, bringing you the latest updates on community safety, department initiatives, upcoming events, and ways you can get involved. Subscribe today at tampa.gov/Police/CommunityNews (http://www.tampa.gov/Police/CommunityNews) .

Job of the Week

The Water Department is hiring a Senior Environmental Scientist (https://www.jobapscloud.com/Tampa/sup/bulpreview.asp?b=&R1=250801&R2=336300&R3=002) to plan, coordinate, and oversee a wide variety of assignments that include scientific field and laboratory work in connection with the production of potable water. Applicants should have laboratory experience in the testing and analysis of water and wastewater samples.
LAST WEEK'S HEADLINES

Meet Larry Washington, a 2025 40 Under 40 honoree
Meet Larry Washington, a 2025 40 Under 40 honoree (https://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/09/19/meet-larry-washington-a-2025-40-under-40-honoree.html)
Tampa Bay Business Journal
He manages a team of 300 solid waste professionals and a fleet of more than 120 solid waste vehicles.

Tampa City Council approves budget with eye on stormwater maintenance and infrastructure improvement
Tampa City Council approves budget with eye on stormwater maintenance and infrastructure improvement (https://www.wtsp.com/article/money/tampa-city-budget-stormwater-maintenance-hurricane-season-flooding/67-7400f389-509a-487b-b8aa-f3d5389aba36)
10 Tampa Bay
The mayor proposed the $1.9 billion budget in July with an eye on roads, stormwater systems and water lines.
Marquee Square brings new affordable housing to the former Fun-Lan site in Tampa
Marquee Square brings new affordable housing to the former Fun-Lan site in Tampa (https://thatssotampa.com/new-affordable-housing-tampa/)
That’s So Tampa
The city of Tampa awarded The Richman Group $12 million and secured a 99-year affordability agreement.
City of Tampa confronts growing affordable housing crisis
City of Tampa confronts growing affordable housing crisis (https://www.tampabay28.com/news/region-hillsborough/city-of-tampa-confronts-growing-affordable-housing-crisis)
Tampa Bay 28
The city's approach to the housing needs is really a multifaceted approach.
Tampa eyes higher fees for developers
Tampa eyes higher fees for developers (https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2025/09/19/tampa-impact-fees-developers-2025)
Axios Tampa Bay
Tampa assesses impact fees to offset the costs that a new development has on public infrastructure.
'It feels good': Residents believe Robles Park redevelopment will bring new opportunities
'It feels good': Residents believe Robles Park redevelopment will bring new opportunities (https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/watertown/news/2025/09/15/demolition-begins-at-robles-park-village-as-tampa-redevelopment-project-moves-forward)
Spectrum Bay News 9
Plans call for new housing, retail space, and a 30,000-square-foot wellness hub offering on-site services to residen

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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
Gabriela Taylor
Meet Gabriela Taylor, Events Coordinator I in the Parks & Recreation Department. She has worked for the City for 10 years, and she loves that no two days are the same in her role. She gets to interact with both residents and several City departments to make events possible.

What's one of the craziest days you’ve had on the job?

Doing post-hurricane clean-up in the parks last year was really wild. Seeing how high the water was on the Riverwalk and finding fish on the grass at Julian B. Lane Park was crazy. Just glad it was a fish and not a gator!

What’s your favorite restaurant in Tampa?

We are so lucky to have SO many great restaurants in our backyard! I love trying new places, but I definitely have my go-tos: Foodys Restaurant, TBBC, La Hacienda Mexicana, and the Columbia.

What’s your favorite meal to cook?

I like making arepas because it reminds me of my Venezuelan roots. They are super easy to make, and you can eat them with anything!

What’s your favorite music artist?

I like all kinds of music- from hip-hop to country, but I think I’m an emo kid at heart. I love Taking Back Sunday, Paramore, Panic! At the Disco, and Twenty-One Pilots.
SPECIAL FEATURE
Did you know? In Fiscal year 26, Tampa Parks and Recreation plans to add 11 new pickelball courts, increasing the total to 96 courts
According to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association's Topline Participation Report for 2025, 19.8 million people played pickleball in the US in 2024. In Fiscal Year 2026, Tampa Parks & Recreation plans to add 11 new pickleball courts, increasing the total to 96 courts. And still counting!
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to share your thoughts about our water quality, customer service, programs, and more. This feedback will help us shape our programs and outreach efforts. It only takes a few minutes, but everyone's input makes a difference! Plus, you could win a prize!
In Fiscal Year 2025, our Homeless Outreach team has linked 728 unhoused individuals to much-needed resources. They have even established 126 permanent housing placements for individuals & families! See how we are addressing homelessness in our city at tampa.gov/homeless.
In Fiscal Year 2025, the City of Tampa's Homeless Outreach team has linked 728 unhoused individuals to much-needed resources. They even established 126 permanent housing placements for individuals and families. See how we are addressing homelessness in our city at ** tampa.gov/homeless (https://www.tampa.gov/homeless)
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UPCOMING MAYOR JANE EVENTS

Monday, September 22 at 9:45 a.m.
RIBBON CUTTING - TAMPA HOPE COMMUNITY CENTER

Monday, September 22 at 11 a.m.
PRESS CONFERENCE – ROB HIGGINS, UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA CEO OF ATHLETICS

Monday, September 22 at 1:30 p.m.
TAMPA HILLSBOROUGH EXPRESSWAY AUTHORITY BOARD MEETING

Monday, September 22 at 3 p.m.
RIBBON CUTTING - CATALENT PHARMA SOLUTIONS

Tuesday, September 23 at 10 a.m.
THE HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY HISTORICAL ADVISORY & COMMUNITY LEADERS "MUSIC LEGENDS OF CENTRAL AVENUE" HISTORICAL MARKER UNVEILING & DEDICATION

Wednesday, September 24
CLIMATE MAYORS LEADERSHIP FORUM, NEW YORK, NY

Thursday, September 25 – Saturday, September 27
U.S. CONFERENCE OF MAYORS FALL LEADERSHIP MEETING, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
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