The City of Tampa has released a report through its Internal Audit Department, detailing the findings of the Purchasing Department - Job Order Contracting, Audit 24-12. This program was established to streamline the repair and rehabilitation of city facilities and infrastructure. The full report is available on TampaGov.net.
TAMPA, FL. (September 6, 2024) -- Tampa Police Detectives have successfully completed a lengthy investigation and shut down a main source of narcotics supply in the Sulphur Springs area and along the Nebraska Avenue corridor.
Representatives Laurel Lee (R-FL) and Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA), along with nine House colleagues, have called on House Speaker Mike Johnson, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and leaders of the Committee on House Administration to mandate training on the proper handling of classified information for all members of Congress starting with the 119th Congress in January 2025. Currently, new and returning Congress members may opt-in to receive just one hour of training.
The City of Tampa has initiated a two-year project to update its Land Development Code (LDC) with the aim of making it more user-friendly and adaptable to the city's growth. The project, titled "Tampa Forward: Building Tomorrow Together," seeks to revise regulations governing land use and development within the city.
Tampa Fire Rescue is participating in Fire Prevention Week 2024, scheduled from October 6-12. This year's theme, "Smoke Alarms: Make them work for you," highlights the significance of having functional smoke alarms in every household.
The City of Tampa has announced the resumption of normal operating hours at its McKay Bay Waste Disposal Complex and Scale House, located at 114 South 34th Street, Tampa, FL 33605.
Tampa teens interested in community service and city governance are invited to apply for the Class of 2025 Mayor’s Youth Corps. The program, open to students in grades 9 through 11 who live or attend school within Tampa city limits, is now accepting applications for one-year terms. Applications can be found on the City of Tampa Mayor’s Youth Corps webpage and must be submitted by October 23, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.
Giovanny Rivera-Sanchez, a 38-year-old resident of Kissimmee, has pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm as a convicted felon, according to an announcement by United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg. Rivera-Sanchez could face up to 15 years in federal prison. The sentencing hearing is scheduled for December 17, 2024.
Last week, Congresswoman Laurel Lee (R-FL) hosted a Senior Resource Fair in Brandon to connect senior citizens with free local healthcare, government, and wellness resources. The event featured Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody and State Representative Danny Alvarez.
The Tampa Police Department intensified traffic enforcement efforts over the extended Labor Day weekend, particularly focusing on the Courtney Campbell Causeway. This initiative resulted in numerous traffic stops and citations, underscoring the department's commitment to public safety.
There was one company in a city associated with Hillsborough County that received an FDA citation as a result of one inspection conducted in the county in August, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
There were two companies in a city associated with Hillsborough County that received two FDA inspections in August, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
The City of Tampa is taking significant steps to modernize its stormwater infrastructure, addressing the growing challenge of managing localized flooding in its coastal, low-lying area.
Ocala, Florida – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announced the arrest of Lisa Yvette Starkes (52, Ocala) on an indictment charging her with two counts of wire fraud. If convicted, Starkes faces up to 20 years in federal prison on each count and a forfeiture order for $41,452—an amount representing the unlawful proceeds of the offense. The indictment was returned on August 6, 2024.