Economic & Workforce Development

The Economic & Workforce Development (EWD) Department collaborates with others to deliver economic diversity, a robust workforce, and sustainable communities throughout St. Pete. They provide a broad range of programs that offer assistance in the areas of target-industry business development, community reinvestment, small business support, and workforce readiness. All EWD programs and services are designed to grow and improve St. Pete’s economy while building a well-trained and career-ready workforce.  

Services

• Local & State Workforce Development and Workforce Training Grants
• Business Incentives for Job Creation & Talent Attraction
• Business Mentoring for Small Businesses at The Greenhouse
• Community Building through City Community Redevelopment Areas (South St. Petersburg, Intown, and Intown West)
• Housing and Neighborhood Revitalization
  

Programs & Initiatives

• Ad Valorem Tax Exemption

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• Grow Smarter

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• Pinellas County's Employment Sites

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• Rehabilitation Assistance Program

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• South St. Pete CRA Microfund

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• South St. Pete CRA Grants & Loans

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• St. Pete Works

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