St. Pete Extra! September 2024 Edition

St. Pete Extra! September 2024 Edition

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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 COMING DOWN THE PIPE

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 is here! 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 volunteering. 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 THROUGH 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 BELIT

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

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