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Mayor Jane Castor joined former Mayor Pam Iorio, local artist Nneka Jones, Gasparilla Festival of the Arts leadership, and community members to celebrate the new mural entitled “Give Me My Flowers” on the Pam Iorio Parking Garage.
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THIS WEEK: Archives Awareness Week

Archives Awareness Week was established in 1992 by the City of Tampa Archives Advisory Committee. During this week, local archives come together to present their collections through exhibits and programs that convey the value of archives in the identification, preservation and conservation of historic records. The public is invited to participate in Archives Awareness Week (https://www.tampa.gov/document/archives-awareness-week-brochure-76921) from July 14 – 20 with several community events with local partners.

Today (July 15) at 3 pm, celebrate Tampa’s 137th birthday (https://www.facebook.com/events/1827802294375965) at historic Old City Hall! City Council member Charlie Miranda will share memories from his thirty years in office, and Fred Hearns, curator of Black history at the Tampa Bay History Center, will present an informative talk, “1924: Commission Rule in the City of Tampa.” Following the program, birthday cake will be served, and guests will receive a commemorative booklet, 100 Years Ago: Tampa in 1924.

Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Presentation

Mayor Jane Castor & the City's Chief Financial Officer will present the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Budget to Tampa City Council on July 18 at 9 am. Watch online at tampa.gov/livestream (https://www.tampa.gov/livestream) or on Spectrum 640/Frontier 15. See the agenda at tampa.gov/CityCouncil (https://www.tampa.gov/CityCouncil) .

Mayor's Hispanic Heritage Committee Vocational-Technical Scholarship

The Mayor’s Hispanic Heritage Committee (MHHC), in partnership with Brewster Technical College, launched a new Vocational Scholarship Program, designed to support and empower individuals pursuing vocational education and training. Recognizing the value and importance of vocational skills in today's workforce, MHHC is committed to providing financial assistance to deserving candidates who demonstrate a passion for their chosen field and a dedication to excellence. Selected recipients will receive financial support to cover tuition fees, textbooks, and other related expenses associated with their vocational education and training. Recipients will also have access to networking events to further enhance their professional development. Apply by September 10 here (https://www.tampa.gov/hispanic-heritage-committee/mayors-hispanic-heritage-committee-technical-vocational-scholarship) .

PDQ Chicken with a Cop

Tampa Police Department officers will be at PDQ (5112 E Fowler Ave) from 1:30 - 3:30 pm on July 20 to meet community members and address neighborhood questions or concerns.

Artist Talk by Chip Weiner for “Photo Ybor: Then and Now”

Join the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts (FMoPA) on July 25 from 5:30 - 7 pm for an artist talk with Chip Weiner (https://www.fmopa.org/event/artist-talk-by-chip-weiner-for-photo-ybor-then-and-now/) . Weiner, the main photographer behind FMoPA’s “Photo Ybor: Then and Now” exhibition, will talk about his work painstakingly retaking the historic photographs created by the Burgert Brothers from the late 19th and early 20th centuries and created new images of these same locations, capturing the same angle and time of day. This event is free to the public.

34th Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Celebration

The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, in collaboration with the Hillsborough County Alliance for Citizens with Disabilities and Tampa Mayor’s Alliance for Persons with Disabilities will be celebrating the 34th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) (https://www.strazcenter.org/events/2324-season/community-engagement/ada-celebration/) , with an evening of entertainment and community advocate recognition awards will illuminate the impact of the arts on building a more inclusive community for each of us to enjoy and thrive. Enjoy a free concert, open to the public, featuring artists of mixed abilities including musicians, singers and spoken word performers.

Job of the Week

The Mobility Department is hiring a Chief Planner (https://www.jobapscloud.com/Tampa/sup/bulpreview.asp?b=&R1=240515&R2=427765&R3=002) to develop & lead citywide planning efforts. Applicants should have an AICP Planner Certification and/or registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Florida or Professional Transportation Planner (PTP).
LAST WEEK'S HEADLINES
pool
Want free access to a Tampa public pool? Just show your bus pass. (https://www.tampabay.com/news/tampa/2024/07/11/free-summer-swimming-pool-public-access-bus-pass-hart-heatwave-swim-with-hart/)
Tampa Bay Times
The city and the Hillsborough County transit agency have partnered to help local residents beat the heat.

Tampa celebrates its 137th birthday (https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/tampa-celebrates-its-137th-birthday/)
WFLA NewsChannel 8
From military fort to thriving city, Tampa has seen a lot of changes throughout the years.

The entire region benefits from St. Petersburg’s Historic Gas Plant development (https://www.tampabay.com/opinion/2024/07/14/entire-region-benefits-st-petersburgs-historic-gas-plant-development-column/)
Tampa Bay Times
The mayors of Tampa Bay’s three largest cities weigh in on the deal that will keep the Tampa Bay Rays playing baseball in the area.

Project Locked and Unloaded - showing gun with gun lock
Free gun locks given out at Tampa libraries (https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/free-gun-locks-given-out-at-tampa-libraries/)
WFLA NewsChannel 8
TPD has now expanded the program by offering free gun locks at four libraries in the City of Tampa.

Tampa extending Green Spine through Ybor City
Tampa extending Green Spine through Ybor City (https://www.83degreesmedia.com/devnews/Tampa-expanding-Green-Spine-cycle-track-through-Ybor-City-071024.aspx)
83 Degrees
The Ybor project will complete the eastern portion of the Green Spine.
Archive Awareness Week in Tampa
Archive Awareness Week in Tampa (https://www.fox13news.com/video/1484528)
FOX13
It’s celebrating its rich history with Archive Awareness Week.

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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

Luis Alcantara Jr.

Meet Luis Alcantara Jr., the Tampa Parks & Recreation Forestry Division Supervisor. Luis has worked for the City of Tampa for more than six years and he oversees the Forestry Team to manage the trees in our 194 parks and along 1,400 miles of streets and medians.

What do you like to do in your free time? Any free time is usually family time. Bike riding, fishing, board games, movie night, or a beach day.

What is your favorite restaurant in Tampa Bay? Noble Crust. Great food, atmosphere, and it’s only minutes away from home.

What is your favorite meal to cook? Tenderloin steak, potatoes, and corn on the cob. Easy to prepare, tastes great, and never fails to impress.

What reality show would you want to be on? “Exatlon” (Dominican Obstacle Course Show)! It looks fun and I like to think I would be able to hang with the competition. It’s also a favorite across my entire family.

What is your dream vacation? Two-three weeks in Bora Bora. Beautiful ocean, mountain hiking, scuba diving, and Polynesian food. I have always wanted to wake up in one of those above-water bungalows.

SPECIAL FEATURE
Did you know the new three-story, 15,028 sq ft Sludge Dewatering Building performs the final treatment of wastewater biosolids, known as "sludge?" Due to its state-of-the-art technology & design, it is projected to save $500,00 annually in operational costs.
** (https://www.tampa.gov/document/tampa-heat-resilience-playbook-152091)
Tampa is feeling the heat! The new ** Heat Resilience Playbook (https://www.tampa.gov/document/tampa-heat-resilience-playbook-152091)
includes steps to increase equitable access to refuge spaces, bolster our tree canopy, & integrate heat resilience components in projects as we continue Transforming Tampa’s Tomorrow.
COMING UP THIS WEEK

Monday, July 15 at 10 a.m.
Ribbon Cutting - KAHWA COFFEE GRAND OPENING

Tuesday, July 16 at 5:45 p.m.
CENTRAL AVENUE LIVE - TAMPA'S MUSIC HISTORY CELEBRATION

Wednesday, July 17 at 8:45 a.m.
DESTINATIONS INTERNATIONAL 2024 ANNUAL CONVENTION & GENERAL SESSION OPENING

Thursday, July 18 at 5:15 p.m.
PHOTO YBOR: THEN AND NOW EXHIBITION OPENING RECEPTION & RIBBON CUTTING
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