Rays Win Stadium Funding Agreement Vote 4-3
Despite earlier setbacks, the Tampa Bay Rays got their deal.
Wrap Up
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Rays Lose Day/Night Doubleheader in Tampa City Council Chambers
In their morning meeting as the CRA Board, council members voted 5-2 to remove the Rays MOU vote from the August 20 CRA agenda. During Thursday’s evening meeting, the request to transmit the proposed change to the future land use designation for the stadium development was denied by a 4-3 vote.
6/15/26 Wrap Up: Bercaw resigns, Rays and Land Development Code Update
A consolidated recap of items of note from the editor.
The Tree Trust Fund Debate
Tampa is debating how to best utilize its tree trust fund, which currently holds $6 million. A debate over Type 3 trees and funding is holding up thoughtful plans ready to plant.
Ahead of special call budget workshop, council have productive discussion about process. And why it matters.
Council narrowly approve moving forward with South Howard Flood Relief project but its future still in doubt
A funding shortfall of $39.8 million still needs to be identified.
Plan to ‘Save the Mirasol’ fails 5-2
Despite racial profiling concerns, Tampa City Council advances ordinance banning bike stunts on Riverwalk
The ordinance must pass a second reading during a December meeting.
11/20/25- Council Moves Forward with Multi-Modal Impact Fee Increase While Agreeing to Continue Subsidizing Developers Through 2029
Also approved Thursday on first reading were changes to ordinances related to e-bikes and bicycles on Riverwalk and other multi-use trails. Council however delayed funding park improvements and the restoration of the Hillsborough River shoreline. The Facilities Management Master Plan contract was approved on consent.
Let’s Talk Turnout
Turnout for the 2025 District 5 special call election was typical for City of Tampa municipal elections with only 43 less votes than 2023 election.
10/23/25 Wrap Up- The Wheel Gets Green Light, Ethics & South Howard Flood Relief Punted Until Next Year
Council approved the ferris wheel in Channelside in between discussion about ethics and stormwater flooding.
Tampa City Council Take First Step in Raising Mobility Impact Fees While SB 180 Looms Over Land Development
There was unanimous support from council to move foward with extraordinary circumstances in determining how much to increase impact fees while the city legal department updated council on the many effects SB 180 has had on the city.