St. Pete Extra! November 2021

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CROSS SAFELY, ST. PETE!

St. Pete now has more than 100 crosswalks with flashing yellow lights that indicate pedestrians crossing the street to cars!

Here’s how to safely use the crosswalk:

  • Look and make sure all drivers have stopped  

  • Stay alert for moving cars in all lanes

  • Stay alert for moving cars until you have crossed the road

Drivers must also pay attention and be courteous

  • Follow speed limits & watch for other people using the road

  • Stop behind the line when the lights flash

Courtesy promotes safety. That’s the St. Pete Way!

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A LOOK BACK AT THE 'ST. PETE'S FARING WELL' TOUR

Last month, Mayor Rick Kriseman and Deputy Mayor Dr. Kanika Tomalin kicked off the St. Pete's Faring Well Tour - a lap of signature events highlighting the growth and rich culture of our Sunshine City! Catch them at one of the November stops - all tour dates at stpete.org/faringwell 

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RENT LIFELINE ELIGIBILITY EXPANDED

Renters that have experienced a significant reduction in income or increase in costs since March 2020 may be eligible for financial assistance. The financial hardship no longer needs to be a result of the pandemic, as previously required.

Learn more and apply at stpete.org/RentAssistance

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HELP YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD WHILE HELPING THOSE IN NEED

Donate to St. Pete's Utility Assistance Program this holiday season to help your neighborhood win a $500 mini-grant from the City.

Neighborhoods with the most enrollment in the Utility Assistance Program from Nov. 1, 2021 to Jan. 1, 2022 will win funding for neighborhood events or activities.

Sign up to donate to local families in need and help your neighborhood at stpete.org/UtilityAssistance

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PARDON OUR BUS DUST!

Currently, SunRunner stations are being built on both 1st Ave. N. and 1st Ave. S. The SunRunner is expected to open for operation in 2022.

Never heard of it? The SunRunner will be a new train-like transit line that will connect DTSP to South Pasadena and St. Pete Beach. It'll be Tampa Bay’s very first Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project offering a modern, fast transportation service.

More at stpete.org/sunrunner

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RIDE WITH CONFIDENCE

The wait is over - new bike maps are here!

Visit your local bike shop, library, or City kiosk to get your hands on a hardcopy of the most up-to-date look at St. Pete's bike network.

Want to go digital? See the full map at stpete.org/citytrails

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RETURN OF THE CROSS BAY FERRY

The season's service is scheduled to have a weekend transit service between St. Pete and downtown Tampa on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

What about weeknights? The Ferry will operate service on all nights when the Tampa Bay Lightning are playing home games and for special events.

The fare pricing will range from $8 to $12 for a one-way ticket (with discounted ticketing for children, military members, seniors and persons with disabilities).

More info at thecrossbayferry.com

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PLAN AHEAD, GET YOUR FLU SHOT

Flu season is back, and so is your opportunity to help stop the spread! Get vaccinated to keep you and your family safe.

Find a location near you at vaccines.gov

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STORMWATER MASTER PLAN PUBLIC MEETINGS

The City of St. Petersburg is working to improve stormwater quality, reduce flooding and mitigate the impacts of sea level rise in St. Pete with the Stormwater Master Plan.

The Stormwater Master Plan is part of a larger master plan to address St. Pete’s water infrastructure holistically.

The public is invited to attend upcoming virtual public meetings to learn more about the Stormwater Master Plan and provide local input to identify other significant flooding problems that need to be addressed.

The virtual public meetings will be offered on four dates corresponding with sections of the city. The same information will be presented at each meeting, in addition to information about projects specific to each section. 

Districts 1 & 8 (West St. Pete)

Monday, Dec. 6, 2021 at 6 p.m.

Districts 5 & 7 (South St. Pete)

Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2021 at 6 p.m.

Districts 4 & 6 (Central St. Pete)

Monday, Dec. 13, 2021 at 6 p.m.

Districts 2 & 3 (North St. Pete)

Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021 at 6 p.m.

Public meetings are subject to change. Virtual meeting details and updates can be found at stpete.org/StormwaterMasterPlan.

Any questions, email stormwater.masterplan.update@stpete.org.