City Initiatives
The City of St. Petersburg works to create a diverse, vibrant city guided by principled progress and intentional inclusivity, where innovation, partnerships and ingenuity create opportunity for all. In support of that goal, and in service of the residents and businesses of St. Pete, the City offers the following initiatives and programs.
An opportunity for cities to accelerate their efforts to tackle climate change and promote a sustainable future for their residents.
Learn MoreAn initiative and master plan that improves the way residents and visitors move around St. Pete.
Learn MoreThrough collaborative community effort, Healthy St. Pete works to improve health outcomes, reduce health inequities, and implement policies and programs that give everyone the opportunity to enjoy optimal health.
Learn MoreLearn more about St. Pete's biggest new development project.
Learn MoreThe City of St. Petersburg has developed a comprehensive 10-year plan to address housing affordability across communities by expanding existing programs and introducing new solutions.
Learn MoreIn honor of Pride month, we're encouraging residents and visitors to express love and support for our LGBTQ+ community by spreading kindness and positivity - and sharing stories of strength, love, and empowerment.
Learn MoreAs a Pillar for Progress - Education & Youth Opportunity - is at the foundation of our mission. Mayor Welch affirms his commitment to the City’s youth, their families, and the community with a multi-pronged initiative with a fourfold plan that centers around awareness, opportunity, listening, and leadership.
Learn MoreSt. Pete Mayor Kenneth T. Welch is taking St. Pete City Hall on tour throughout the year. Each quarter, the Mayor and members of his City Leadership team will host “open house” tour stops at four different Recreation Facilities to listen to and learn from residents about their needs.
Learn MoreSt. Pete adopted the President Obama's My Brother's Keeper initiative and expanded the program to include young girls—My Brother’s and Sister’s Keeper.
Learn MoreWe are St. Pete means everyone is welcome in St. Pete. Somos St. Pete significa que todos son bienvenidos en St. Pete.
Learn MoreThis initiative puts the City of St. Petersburg’s pet-friendly proclamation into action, making St. Pete a place where pets are happy, healthy and welcome.
Learn MoreHelp us celebrate our +3,600 individuals keep the City of St. Petersburg running every day.
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