Each month, the City of St. Petersburg has a newsletter called St. Pete Extra that shares updates on new programs, exciting upcoming events, important local news, and a wealth of insider secrets on the Sunshine City. Inside this monthly update, we always find great nuggets that we can use to make living in St. Pete better and more fun for ourselves, our neighbors, our families, and our friends.
With their permission, we are going to share some of each month’s highlights in this space, which are chock full of good info. For example, this month’s edition highlights the new St. Pete bike map and guide the city has created. Check out their website for the full list, and subscribe there to have it delivered to your inbox every month.
Step up and shine
Applications for the Cohort of Champions Academy are now open. Dive into exciting opportunities like entrepreneurship, job skills, and other educational activities for underserved teens in St. Pete, ages 12 – 15.
For more information and to apply, visit stpete.org/Cohort
Break a leg!
September is Performing Arts Month! Don’t miss your cue – take some time to enjoy St. Pete’s vibrant performing arts scene, this month and all year long. Attend a play, get lost in a dance performance, see a local band, snap those fingers at a poetry reading. However you observe Performing Arts Month, you’re supporting local art and that’s something to be proud of.
Visit stpete.org/PerformingArts for details and local events
Utility rate changes
Utility billing rates and charges for water, wastewater, reclaimed water, stormwater, and sanitation will change on Oct. 1, 2024, upon City Council approval.
Stay updated at stpete.org/Rates
A different kind of open house
This October and November, we’re hosting open houses at our drinking water and reclaimed water facilities. Join us for behind-the-scenes tours to learn about how your water is processed before it gets to your home. It’s actually a lot more interesting than you would think!
Find the tour dates and more info at stpete.org/WaterOpenHouse
3 cheers for volunteers
CareFest returns this Fall! CareFest is a community outreach program that helps homeowners in need with minor home repairs, yard work, painting, and more through in-kind donations and volunteers. As a City of Compassion, St. Pete knows that once our own needs are met, we must look to the needs of others.
Find more information and ways to participate at stpete.org/CareFest
Sandbags! Get your sandbags
DYK: Sandbags are available to St. Pete residents ALL YEAR LONG?! Don’t wait until a storm is coming – avoid the lines and stock up early. Tell a friend!
Sandbags are available during non-emergency times Mon – Fri and the second Saturday of the month (7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.) at the Pavement and Traffic Operations Building – 1744 9th Ave. N. During a tropical storm or hurricane warning, sandbag distribution locations and hours will change.
Stay up to date at stpete.org/Sandbags
Stay safe during hurricane season
We’re still in the thick of hurricane season here in St. Pete, and want to remind you to stay aware. Hurricane season lasts until November 1. Be proactive rather than reactive this year!
For helpful tips, tricks, and tactics, visit stpete.org/Hurricane
These events are going to be lit
We’re celebrating Fire Prevention Month in October with a lineup of hot events for you to learn and enjoy!
- Station Open Houses: October 5 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Visit your local fire station for a tour and meet and greet with first responders.
- Block Party: October 12 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Join your neighbors at Walter Fuller Park for some family-fun activities including fire and K9 demonstrations, helicopter landing, and more!
- Haunted House: October 19 from 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. Have a spooktacular night with Halloween-themed activities for all ages. Haunted House is recommended for ages 11 and up.
Find details at stpete.org/Events
Join the St. Pete Extra Club
Tired of waiting for your St. Pete Extra to arrive every month? You can receive St. Pete Extra straight to your inbox at the beginning of each month by subscribing to the newsletter! We all know this is your favorite piece of mail, so why not get it early?
Subscribe at stpete.org/StPeteExtra.
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