City Council — July 30, 2026 FINAL
Agenda
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1. CM26-24466
Presentation of commendation to Doug Trent, a City of Tampa resident and former employee, and US Navy veteran who recently celebrated his 99th birthday. (Original motion initiated by Miranda-Maniscalco on May 28, 2026)
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2. CM26-24462
Presentation of commendation to celebrate the high school Afro-Academic, cultural, technology and scientific Olympics national competition winners. (Original motion initiated by Young-Maniscalco on May 28, 2026)
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3. CM25-20203
Retired District Fire Chief Glen Warner to present on the tragedy that took place 45 years ago at the downtown fire station, involving the murder of District Chief Franz Warner and Firefighter Isaac Royal. (Original motion initiated by Viera-Maniscalco on December 18, 2025)
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4. B2027-2
Mayor Jane Castor to present the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget.(Original motion initiated by Miranda-Maniscalco on May 28, 2026)
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5. BA26-25995
(3-minute presentation per applicant) Presentation of applicant expressing an interest in being appointed as a Member (Public Policy) of the Architectural Review Commission. Shirley Foxx-Knowles, City Clerk, transmitting one (1) application, expressing an interest in being considered for appointment for Public Policy Member position on the Architectural Review Commission. (To be R/F)
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6. BA26-25994
Resolution approving, ratifying and confirming the appointment by the City Council of the City of Tampa of Jerry Hosey to serve as an attorney member of the Historic Preservation Commission, for a three-year term commencing July 16, 2026, and ending July 16, 2029; providing an effective date.
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7. PS26-25678
(Part 1 of 2)(See Item 8) Resolution approving an Agreement between the City of Tampa and the Florida Commission on Community Service, otherwise known as Volunteer Florida (contract No. 2026-06), and accepting the 2026-2027 Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Grant in the amount of $10,000; Authorizing execution by the Mayor and attestation by the City Clerk; Providing an effective date.
Background Details
This Agreement authorizes payment from the Florida Commission on Community Service, DBA Volunteer Florida, in the amount of $10,000 over a period of one (1) year, for services in support of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Grant related to the procurement of equipment and materials to support the CERT program, background checks, and training. This resolution approves a cost-reimbursement contract in the amount of $10,000 within the Fire Grants Fund for Tampa Fire Rescue from the Florida Commission on Community Service, DBA Volunteer Florida. This is a federal pass-through grant. The City is committed to a match requirement of $10,000, for a total budget of $20,000. The City’s match requirement will be fulfilled by volunteer hours for training and exercise events, valued at $34.88/hour.Supporting Documents:
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8. PS26-25677
(Part 2 of 2)(See Item 7) Resolution making certain changes in the budget of the City of Tampa for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; Approving the transfer, reallocation, and/or appropriation of $10,000 within the Fire Grants Fund for use by Tampa Fire Rescue for the FY26-FY27 Community Emergency Response Team(CERT) Grant; Providing an effective date.
Background Details
This resolution appropriates $10,000 within the Fire Grants Fund for use by Tampa Fire Rescue for the FY26-27 Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Grant.Supporting Documents:
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9. NCA26-25515
Resolution approving a Social Action & Arts Fund Services Agreement between the City of Tampa, Florida and Abe Brown Ministries Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, to promote support for Florida’s strategies to reduce incarceration costs and the prison population for sustainable savings, in an amount not to exceed sixty-one thousand dollars ($61,000), authorizing the execution thereof by the Mayor of the City of Tampa; providing an effective date.
Background Details
It is in the public interest of the City of Tampa (“City”) to receive services from Abe Brown Ministries Inc. (“Agency”) for residents who seek such services. The City has determined that entering into an agreement with the Agency for the provision of services and facilities is in the best interest of its citizens. The parties wish to establish the terms and conditions under which this Agreement will be implemented. The Agency has requested assistance from the City, as outlined in the SMART Form attached to the Agreement, in the amount of sixty‑one thousand dollars ($61,000). The City has reviewed this request and approved consideration to be provided to the Agency, in an amount not to exceed sixty‑one thousand dollars ($61,000). The City will reimburse the Agency in an amount not to exceed this amount to promote the inspHire program to reduce incarnation costs and reduce recidivism within the prison population. The term of the Agreement will commence on the Effective Date and expire on September 30, 2026, with no guaranteed renewal for subsequent terms. The terms and conditions of the Agreement will govern the relationship between the City and the Agency, and all services must be completed before September 30, 2026, for the Agency to receive the agreed‑upon payments as provided in section D of the Agreement. City Council affirms that entering into this Social Action & Arts Fund Services Agreement would be beneficial to the residents of the City.Supporting Documents:
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10. NCA26-25635
Resolution assessing the costs expended by the City of Tampa, a municipal corporation, for mowing and/or removing offensive accumulations from certain real property in the city after failure of the interested parties to mow and/or remove the offensive accumulations from the following properties: (1) 2725 N Jefferson St, (2) 4204 W Iowa Ave, (3) 1105 E Chilkoot Ave, and (4) 306 N Church Ave; authorizing a certified copy of this resolution and exhibit to be recorded with the Clerk of the Circuit Court and having the force and effect of a lien; providing an effective date.
Background Details
This resolution assesses the costs ($1,833.40) expended by the City for mowing and/or removing offensive accumulations from certain real property in the city after failure of the interested parties to mow and/or remove the offensive accumulations from such property.Supporting Documents:
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11. NCA26-25637
Resolution assessing the costs expended by the City of Tampa, a municipal corporation, for the preparation, demolition and/or removal of certain buildings and/or structures from the following properties: (1) 2604 N 25th St, (2) 4405 N 38th St, (3) 2208 E 26th Ave, and (4) 2703 W North A St, after the determination that said building or structure satisfied the criteria to demolish and the property owner(s) failed to demolish and/or remove same or failed to do so prior to the City incurring costs; authorizing a certified copy of the resolution to be recorded with the Clerk of the Circuit Court and having the force and effect of a notice of assessment of lien; providing an effective date.
Background Details
This resolution assesses the costs ($55,574.50) expended by the City of Tampa, including administrative costs, for the preparation, demolition and/or removal of buildings and/or structures on the properties described in Exhibit “A” of the Resolution that satisfied the criteria to demolish set forth in Section 19-5(a)(2) & (b)(1), City of Tampa Code of Ordinances when the property owner(s) failed to demolish and/or remove the unsafe building and/or structure within the time allowed or failed to do so prior to the City incurring said costs.Supporting Documents:
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12. NCA26-25661
Resolution approving a Social Action & Arts Fund Services Agreement between the City of Tampa, Florida and Boys & Girls Club of Greater Tampa Bay Inc. for summer internship programs in an amount not to exceed fifteen thousand two hundred forty-nine dollars ($15,249), authorizing the execution thereof by the Mayor of the City of Tampa; providing an effective date.
Background Details
It is in the public interest of the City of Tampa (“City”) to receive services from the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Tampa Bay (“Agency”) for residents who desire such services. The City has determined that the best interests of its citizens will be served by entering into an agreement with the Agency for the provision of services and/or facilities. The parties wish to establish the terms and conditions under which this Agreement will be implemented. The Agency has requested assistance from the City, as outlined in the SMART Form attached as an exhibit to this Agreement, in the amount of twenty thousand five hundred dollars ($20,500). After reviewing this request, the City is approving consideration to be provided to the Agency, as described in section D of the Agreement, in an amount not to exceed fifteen thousand two hundred forty‑nine dollars ($15,249). The City will reimburse the Agency in an amount not to exceed fifteen thousand two hundred forty‑nine dollars ($15,249) for the purpose of summer internship programs. The term of the Agreement will commence on the effective date and expire on September 30, 2026, with no guaranteed renewal for subsequent terms. The terms and conditions outlined in the Agreement will govern the relationship between the City and the Agency. All services must be completed prior to September 30, 2026, for the Agency to receive the agreed-upon payments described in section D of the Agreement. City Council affirms that entering into this Social Action & Arts Fund Services Agreement will be beneficial to the residents of the City.Supporting Documents:
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13. NCA26-25695
Resolution assessing the costs expended by the City of Tampa, a municipal corporation, for the preparation, demolition and/or removal of certain buildings and/or structures from the following properties: (1) 1102 E New Orleans Ave, and (2) 2904 N Central Ave, after the determination that said building or structure satisfied the criteria to demolish and the property owner(s) failed to demolish and/or remove same or failed to do so prior to the City incurring costs; authorizing a certified copy of the resolution to be recorded with the Clerk of the Circuit Court and having the force and effect of a notice of assessment of lien; providing an effective date.
Background Details
This resolution assesses the costs ($27,565.00) expended by the City of Tampa, including administrative costs, for the preparation, demolition and/or removal of buildings and/or structures on the properties described in Exhibit “A” of the Resolution that satisfied the criteria to demolish set forth in Section 19-5(a)(2) & (b)(1), City of Tampa Code of Ordinances when the property owner(s) failed to demolish and/or remove the unsafe building and/or structure within the time allowed or failed to do so prior to the City incurring said costs.Supporting Documents:
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14. NCA26-25739
(Part 1 of 2)(See Item 15) Resolution approving a Volunteer Florida AmeriCorps Contract Agreement 2026-2027 between the City of Tampa and the Florida Commission on Community Service, otherwise known as Volunteer Florida; Authorizing execution by the Mayor and attestation by the City Clerk; Providing an effective date.
Background Details
This Resolution accepts the Agreement, which authorizes payment from the Florida Commission on Community Service, DBA Volunteer Florida, in the amount of $453,600 over one (1) year to provide urban environment stewardship through the Green Team. This is a federal pass-through grant. There is no official match requirement for this grant.Supporting Documents:
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15. NCA26-25740
(Part 2 of 2)(See Item 14) Resolution making certain changes in the budget of the City of Tampa for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; approving the transfer, reallocation, and/or appropriation of $453,600 within the Parks Grants Fund for use by the Parks and Recreation department for the AmeriCorps Tampa Urban Environmental Stewardship Grant; Providing an Effective date
Background Details
This Resolution appropriates a grant in the amount of $453,600 from the Florida Commission on Community Service to provide urban environment stewardship for use by the Parks & Recreation Department within the Parks Grants Fund.Supporting Documents:
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16. INF26-25647
Resolution approving the renewal of an award between the City of Tampa and Moreno Industrial Services Inc., with a 2.4% Consumer Price Index (CPI) price escalation, for the furnishing of Sedimentation Tank Maintenance Services (SMS) in the estimated amount of $275,000 for use by the Wastewater Department; authorizing the Director of Purchasing to purchase said property, supplies, materials or services; providing an effective date.
Background Details
It is recommended that the City renew its existing award with Moreno Industrial Services Inc. for the provision of Sedimentation Tank Maintenance Services (SMS) for use by the Wastewater Department for an additional one-year term. The existing award was made September 2025. This award is in its original term. Moreno Industrial Services Inc. provides satisfactory service, quality of product and performance. The Wastewater Department has reviewed the prices and feels that it is in the best interest of the City to renew the award for an additional one-year period. Moreno Industrial Services Inc. has agreed to renew Sedimentation Tank Maintenance Services (SMS) with a Consumer Price Index (CPI) price escalation of 2.4% which is allowed per the bid. Pursuant to the review by Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Office, it was determined that the EBO Sheltered Market Solicitation provision would apply in the bid specifications to eligible SLBE firms. Moreno Industrial Services Inc. is a City Certified Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE). Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Statement: The awardee, Moreno Industrial Services Inc, is a certified Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE).Supporting Documents:
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17. INF26-25659
Resolution approving the purchase under Sourcewell Contract #092222-CAT of Three (3) Caterpillar Model XQ125 Trailer Mounted Generators from Ring Power Corporation in the estimated amount of $350,932.50 for use by the Wastewater Department; authorizing the Director of Purchasing to purchase said property, supplies, materials or services; providing an effective date.
Background Details
It is recommended to purchase under Electrical Energy Power Generation Equipment with Related Parts, Supplies and Services, Sourcewell Contract No. 092222-CAT. This cooperative contract was competitively sourced with ten (10) proposals received by the lead purchasing agency. In comparing prices with Electrical Energy Power Generation Equipment with Related Parts, Supplies and Services, Sourcewell Contract No. 092222-CAT for three (3) Caterpillar Model XQ125 Trailer Mounted Generators to the open market, the per unit cost is $142,832.74 for a total cost of $428,498.22. The City saves $25,855.24 per unit for a total savings of $77,565.72 for three (3) Caterpillar Model XQ125 Trailer Mounted Generators. Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Statement: There was no EBO Participation as this purchase is being made under a Sourcewell Contract No. 092222-CAT.Supporting Documents:
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18. INF26-25660
Resolution approving the purchase under Sourcewell Contract #092222-CAT of Two (2) Caterpillar Model XQ230 Trailer Mounted Generators from Ring Power Corporation in the estimated amount of $358,819 for use by the Wastewater Department; authorizing the Director of Purchasing to purchase said property, supplies, materials or services; providing an effective date.
Background Details
It is recommended to purchase under Electrical Energy Power Generation Equipment with Related Parts, Supplies and Services, Sourcewell Contract No. 092222-CAT. This cooperative contract was competitively sourced with ten (10) proposals received by the lead purchasing agency. In comparing prices with Electrical Energy Power Generation Equipment with Related Parts, Supplies and Services, Sourcewell Contract No. 092222-CAT for two (2) Caterpillar Model XQ230 Trailer Mounted Generators to the open market, the per unit cost is $221,447.37 for a total cost of $442,894.74. The City saves $42,037.87 per unit for a total savings of $84,075.74 for two (2) Caterpillar Model XQ230 Trailer Mounted Generators. Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Statement: There was no EBO Participation as this purchase is being made under a Sourcewell Contract No. 092222-CAT.Supporting Documents:
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19. INF26-25681
Resolution authorizing Change Order 1 Final to Contract 25-C-00044, Ybor City CRA 7th Avenue Resurfacing (Phase II), between the City of Tampa and Harris-McBurney Company, a decrease of $257,974 and final payment in the amount of $10,000; authorizing the Mayor of the City of Tampa to execute said Change Order on behalf of the City of Tampa; providing an effective date.
Background Details
1. Background: a. Contract Title: Ybor City CRA 7th Avenue Street Resurfacing (Phase II) b. Dollar amount: ($257,974.00) c. Why the awardee was selected: Contractor was selected via hard bid. 2. Contractor/Firm: Harris-McBurney Company 3. Business Case: Project provided for street resurfacing along 7th Avenue between N. 17th Street and Angel Olivia Senior Street (18th Street), as well as Angel Olivia Senior Street (18th Street) and N. 19th Street. The project involved the milling and removal of the existing asphalt pavement on the specified segments of 7th Avenue in Ybor City, followed by the installation of historic brick pavers. Change Order 1 Final provides for adjustment of the Contract amount (decrease), establishment of the Contract completion date, and final payment to the Contractor. 4. Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Statement: Harris-McBurney Company, the prime contractor, has utilized three (3) City of Tampa-certified firms for subcontracting. 5. Sustainability and Resiliency: Project provided for street resurfacing along 7th Avenue between N. 17th ST and Angel Olivia Senior St. (18th St.) This project aligns with Transforming Tampa’s Tomorrow within the CRA District. 6. Community Engagement: The CRA and Mobility Department staff assisted the Contractor in the communication efforts to ensure transparency and integration of the stakeholders. 7. Project: a. Contract delivery method: This is a Design-Bid-Build project. A full-time City of Tampa Construction Inspector will be on-site during the project to ensure quality of construction. b. Placemaking: N/A c. Time, Quality Assurance, Cost Monitoring (Budget) • 0 consecutive calendar days. • The e-Builder project management software system was utilized to optimize the monitoring of schedules and costs. This software was recently purchased by the City of Tampa and is a premier system for construction project management.Supporting Documents:
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20. INF26-25682
Resolution authorizing Change Order 2 Final to Contract 21-C-00022, E/W Green Spine Cycle Track - PH 3B from 7th Ave to 13th Ave and E/W Green Spine Cycle Track - PH 3C from 13th Ave to 21st Ave – ReBid, between the City of Tampa and Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC, a decrease of $471,944.03 and final payment in the amount of $198,389.56; authorizing the Mayor of the City of Tampa to execute said Change Order on behalf of the City of Tampa; providing an effective date.
Background Details
1. Contract Title: E/W Green Spine Cycle Track - PH 3B from 7th Ave. to 13th Ave. and PH 3C from 13th Ave. to 21st Ave. a. Dollar amount: ($471,944.03) b. Why the awardee was selected: The Firm was selected via hard bid 2.Contractor/Firm: Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC 3. Business Case: The project provided for the construction of a two-way urban trail/cycle track along Nuccio Parkway from 7th Ave. TO 13th Ave. and 15th St. from 13th Ave. to 21st Ave including ADA sidewalks and ramps, crosswalk upgrades, concrete curb, raised separator, landscape and hardscape, plus possible contamination remediation, drainage improvements, milling and resurfacing, pavement striping and marking and signalization improvements. This agreement provides the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) of the Construction Management at Risk (CMAR) for the Twiggs Street for streetscape and underground utilities improvements related to the Channel District Improvements Project. Change Order 1, provided for replacing the Wage Rate Decision Number Table and extended the contract time by 90 calendar days. Change Order 2, Final provides for adjustment of the Contract amount (decrease), establishment of the Contract completion date, and Final Payment to the Contractor. 4. Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Statement: Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC, the prime contractor, has utilized two (2) City of Tampa-certified firms for subcontracting. 5. Sustainability and Resiliency: This project provided for pedestrian and bicycle improvements along Nuccio Parkway from 7th Ave. TO 13th Ave. and 15th St. from 13th Ave. to 21st Ave. 6. Community Engagement: The CAD Construction, Engineering and Inspection (CAD-CEI) team assisted the Contractor in the communication efforts to ensure transparency and integration of the stakeholders. 7. Project: a. Contract delivery method: This is a Design Bid Build project. A full-time City of Tampa Construction Inspector will be on-site during the project to ensure quality of construction. b. Placemaking: N/A c. Time, Quality Assurance, Cost Monitoring (Budget) • 0 consecutive calendar days. • The Trimble project management software system was utilized to optimize the monitoring of schedules and costs. This software was recently purchased by the City of Tampa and is a premier system for construction project management.Supporting Documents:
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21. INF26-25683
Resolution accepting the proposal of RTD Construction, Inc. pertaining to Contract 26-C-00016 Cold Milling of Existing Asphaltic Concrete Roadways (Small Areas), in the amount of $275,361; authorizing the Mayor of the City of Tampa to execute said Contract on behalf of the City of Tampa; providing an effective date.
Background Details
1. Background: a. Contract Title: Cold Milling of Existing Asphaltic Concrete Roadways (Small Areas) b. Address of Project: Various locations throughout the City c. Number of bidders/submitters: One (1) d.Names of bidders/submitters: • RTD Construction, Inc. e. Dollar amount: $275,361 f. Why the awardee was selected: Awarded per competitive bid. The basis of award referred to in Item I-2.11 of Instructions to Bidders shall be the greatest amount of work, which can be accomplished within the funds available as budgeted. 2. Contractor/Firm: RTD Construction, Inc. 3.Business Case: Project provides for cold milling of existing roadways within the City of Tampa as part of the Pavement Management Program. This is a one-year annual contract which can be renewed for 2 additional 1 year periods. This is an annual contract; work is issued by location on a work order basis. 4. Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Statement: Following a review by the Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Division, RTD Construction, Inc has been confirmed to be in full compliance with all GFECP requirements. They have actively contacted and solicited City of Tampa certified firms, resulting in SLBE participation that is below the established goal, with a total participation rate of: SLBE = 0%. 5. Sustainability and Resiliency: The project provides for roadway at various locations throughout the City. This project is consistent with Transforming Tampa's Tomorrow goal of Sustainability and Resiliency and is an integral part of the Pavement Management Program. 6. Community Engagement: The Mobility Public Relations and CAD Construction, Engineering and Inspection (CAD-CEI) team will assist the Contractor in the communication efforts to ensure transparency and integration of the stakeholders. 7. Project: a. Contract delivery method: This is a Design-Bid- Build project. A full-time City of Tampa Construction Inspector will be on-site during the project to ensure quality of construction. b. Placemaking: N/A c. Time, Quality Assurance, Cost Monitoring (Budget) • 360 consecutive calendar days. • The Trimble project management software system will be utilized to optimize the monitoring of schedules and costs. This software was recently purchased by the City of Tampa and is a premier system for construction project management.Supporting Documents:
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22. INF26-25742
Resolution making certain changes in the budget of the City of Tampa for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; approving the transfer, reallocation, and/or appropriation of $1,700,000 for the Operating Expenses for use by the Water Department within the Consumer Services Fund; providing an effective date.
Background Details
This resolution appropriates funds in the amount of $1,700,000 from fund balance to operating expenses for the meter reading services, Cayenta annual maintenance agreement, and utility billing postage for use by the Water Department within the Consumer Services Fund.Supporting Documents:
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23. B2026-6
Vivian Walker, Director of Internal Audit, transmitting audit report NCA - Office of Human Rights - dated June 24, 2026 (To be R/F)
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24. DEO26-25633
Resolution authorizing Execution by the Mayor and Attestation by the City Clerk of a Second Amendment to Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Grant Agreement between the City of Tampa and Metropolitan Charities, Inc.; for the provision of services in support of Persons with Acquired Immune Deficiency syndrome (AIDS) or related diseases together with their families; providing for updated scope of Services and inspection requirements to comply with HUD requirements; providing and effective date.
Background Details
Metropolitan Charities, Inc., was awarded a 3-year HOPWA Agreement to provide Short-Term Rent, Mortgage, and Utilities assistance and Supportive Services for persons with HIV/AIDS and their affected resident family members in order to create housing stability and reduce the risk of homelessness in Hillsborough County. The City and Subrecipient will amend the Agreement to provide updated scope of services and inspection standards requirements to comply with HUD requirements.Supporting Documents:
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25. DEO26-25662
Resolution approving the acceptance of Warranty Deeds from Gerald Kluft as Trustee for Ryan and Troy Kluft, to the City of Tampa for the conveyance of wetland properties by donation for stormwater purposes, the approximate value of which is Two Hundred and Thirty Dollars ($230.00), and is located in the vicinity of East 112th Avenue, Tampa, Florida; Providing an effective date.
Background Details
Gerald Kluft as Trustee for Ryan and Troy Kluft desire to convey by donation to the City of Tampa, wetlands located in the vicinity of East 112th Avenue, which are valued at Two Hundred and Thirty Dollars ($230.00). Acceptance of the two Warranty Deeds would benefit the City for stormwater purposes. It is in the City's best interest to accept the two Warranty Deeds.Supporting Documents:
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26. DEO26-25672
Resolution making certain changes in the budget of the City of Tampa for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; approving the transfer, reallocation, and/or appropriation of $334,653 within the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) fund to appropriate Program Income for CDBG program activities; providing an effective date.
Background Details
The City’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Federal program generates program income from deferred payment loans. The Housing and Community Development Department wishes to appropriate Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program income received by the City in the amount of $334,653 for CDBG program expenses.Supporting Documents:
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27. DEO26-25673
Resolution making certain changes in the budget of the City of Tampa for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; approving the transfer, reallocation, and/or appropriation of $51,695 within the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Grant fund to appropriate Program Income for HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Grant program activities providing an effective date.
Background Details
The City’s HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Federal Grant program generates program income from deferred payment loans. The Housing and Community Development Department wishes to appropriate HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Grant program income received by the City in the amount of $51,695 for HOME Grant program expenses.Supporting Documents:
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28. DEO26-25675
Resolution making certain changes in the budget of the City of Tampa for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; approving the transfer, reallocation, and/or appropriation of $209,555.46 within the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) grant fund to appropriate Program Income and Unused Disaster Heldback Funds Disbursement for SHIP grant program activities; providing an effective date.
Background Details
The City’s SHIP State grant program generates program income from deferred payment loans and interest earned. The Housing and Community Development Department wishes to appropriate State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Grant program income received by the City in the amount of $114,416.46 and Unused Disaster Heldback Funds Disbursement funds in the amount of $95,139 for SHIP Grant program expenses.Supporting Documents:
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29. DEO26-25686
Resolution approving the execution by the Mayor and attestation by the City Clerk of a Restrictive Covenant by the City of Tampa, as Owner, in favor of the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Historical Resources in connection with a grant in the amount of $500,000 to The Tampa Theatre, Inc., a Florida not for profit corporation, to fund renovations on City owned real property known as the Tampa Theatre located at 711 N. Franklin Street and 702 N. Florida Avenue, Tampa, Florida; providing an effective date.
Background Details
The City of Tampa is the fee simple owner of the real property located at 711 N. Franklin Street and 702 N. Florida Avenue, Tampa, Florida, which is held by The Tampa Theatre, Inc. under a long-term operating and lease agreement for the operation of the Tampa Theatre pursuant to the Operating and Lease Agreement dated October 27, 2010, approved by Resolution 2010-967. The Tampa Theatre, Inc. was approved to receive a grant in the amount of $500,000 as specified in the State of Florida, Department of State Agreement # 25.5.sc.100.090, as may be amended, to be administered by the State and used only for the construction and/or renovation of the Tampa Theatre Second Century Restoration project related to restoring the night sky at the Theatre. It is in the best interests of the City to enter into the attached Restrictive Covenants for said purposes.Supporting Documents:
- Summary Sheet- COVER SHEET (opens in new tab)
- RE26-036 TAMPA THEATRE MAP.PDF (opens in new tab)
- RE26-036 TAMPA THEATRE RESOLUTION AND RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS.PDF (opens in new tab)
- RE26-036 TAMPA THEATRE SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS - GRANT AWARD AGREEMENT, RESO AND OPERATING AND LEASE AGREEMENT.PDF (opens in new tab)
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30. DEO26-25692
Resolution approving a first amendment to Housing Program Funds Agreement between the City of Tampa and Catholic Charities, Diocese of St. Petersburg, Inc., providing for additional funding in an amount not to exceed $585,000.00 in Housing Program funds, to provide for operations at Tampa Hope Shelter, for total funding not to exceed $1,585,000.00; approving and authorizing execution by the Mayor and attestation by the City Clerk; providing an effective date.
Background Details
Catholic Charities Diocese of St. Petersburg, Inc. has partnered with the City to provide support services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. This amendment will provide for an amount not to exceed $585,000.00 in Housing Program Funds from the City to the Subrecipient to provide for operation costs at the Tampa Hope Shelter serving of individuals experiencing homelessness. Staff is requesting City Council’s consideration and approval of the attached Amendment and Resolution to allow for the execution of the Agreement that will allow for Catholic Charities Diocese of St. Petersburg, Inc. to continue and expand their providing support services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Housing and Community Development will monitor the services to ensure eligible individuals and families are being servedSupporting Documents:
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31. DEO26-25693
Resolution approving the execution by the Mayor and attestation by the City Clerk of a Contract for Sale and Purchase between the City of Tampa, as Purchaser, and 3001 Florida Avenue, LLC, a Florida limited liability company, as Seller, for the purchase of real property in the West Tampa CRA area located at 1947 W. Main Street, Tampa, Florida, at a purchase price of $700,000 together with closing costs in the approximate amount of $12,000; for community redevelopment purposes; approving the acceptance of the proposed form Warranty Deed; providing an effective date. Memorandum from Michelle Van Loan, Real Estate Director, transmitting additional information for said agenda item. (To be R/F)
Background Details
The West Tampa CRA requested the Real Estate Department pursue the acquisition of 1947 W. Main Street. The acquisition of the property would be for community redevelopment purposes consistent with the West Tampa Community Redevelopment Plan. The property was not on the market. Through negotiations, the owner agreed to sell the subject property to the City/CRA. The property consists of approximately 0.22 acres mol and is zoned CI (commercial intensive). The contract includes a 60-day due diligence period with two 60-day extensions for a total of 180-day due diligence period. On July 23, 2026, the CRA Board approved the purchase of the property at 1947 W. Main Street in the amount of $712,000 for purchase price and closing costs. The property owner agreed to sell the property to the City for $700,000, with closing costs up to $12,000. The City received two appraisals on the property which yielded an average appraised value of $740,000.Supporting Documents:
- Summary Sheet- COVER SHEET (opens in new tab)
- RE26-062 1947 W. MAIN STREET MAP.PDF (opens in new tab)
- RE26-062 1947 W MAIN STREET RESO AND CONTRACT FOR SALE AND PURCHASE.PDF (opens in new tab)
- RE26-062 1947 W. MAIN STREET SUPPORTING DOCUMENT - CONTRACT FOR SALE AND PURCHASE PARTIALLY EXECUTED 5-6-2026.PDF (opens in new tab)
- RE26-062 1947 W. MAIN STREET CRA BOARD MEMORANDUM.PDF (opens in new tab)
- MEMO.FEELEY- 073026 REGULAR COUNCIL SESSION - FILE NO. DEO26-25693.PDF (opens in new tab)
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32. DEO26-25696
Resolution approving the execution by the Mayor and attestation by the City Clerk of a contract for sale and purchase between City of Tampa, as seller, and Randy G. Coen, as purchaser, for the sale of City owned property located at 412 South West Shore Boulevard in the amount of $482,500 together with closing costs of $3,500; approving the acceptance of the proposed form quit claim deed; providing an effective date. Memorandum from Michelle Van Loan, Real Estate Director, transmitting additional information for said agenda item. (To be R/F)
Background Details
The Stormwater Division requested the Real Estate Department ("RED") advertise for sale the City-owned property located at 412 S. West Shore Boulevard. RED issued a Request for Proposal (RFP), pursuant to RFP No. 26-P-00010 soliciting proposals for the sale of City-owned property. RED obtained two (2) proposals from the solicitation. The purchaser, Mr. Randy G. Coen was selected by the City's RFP Final Selection Committee to enter into a contract for sale and purchase for the disposition of City owned property with an easement reservation for stormwater facilities.Supporting Documents:
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33. DEO26-25697
Resolution of the City of Tampa approving a First Amendment to CDBG Funds Agreement for Economic Development between the City of Tampa and The Centre for Women, Inc. for the provision of services under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant program within the CDBG National Objectives; increasing the funding to an amount not to exceed $100,000; increasing the number of clients served, updating milestones and deliverables; authorizing the execution thereof by the Mayor of the City of Tampa and attestation by the City Clerk; providing an effective date.
Background Details
The City of Tampa and The Centre for Women, Inc. use CDBG Funds to provide cohort-based technical assistance to eligible owners of microenterprises and persons developing microenterprises who are low- to moderate- income and living within the City of Tampa. The First Amendment would increase funding to up to $100,000 for the entire contract term (July 1, 2025 – September 11, 2026) to increase the number of clients served from 15 to 30 and update the milestones/deliverables.Supporting Documents:
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34. DEO26-25738
Resolution approving the execution by the Mayor and attestation by the City Clerk of a Grant of Utility Easement in favor of Tampa Electric Company for the provision of electrical service to City-owned property located at 4151 Dana Shores Drive, Tampa, Florida; Providing an effective date.
Background Details
Tampa Electric Company requested an easement from the City of Tampa to provide electrical service for City-owned property located at 4151 Dana Shores Drive. The work to be performed at the Rocky Point Golf Course by Teco is at the request of the Tampa Sports Authority to enable upgraded lighting. The City is willing to grant this easement. It is in the best interest of the City to approve the execution of this easement.Supporting Documents:
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35. DEO26-25743
Resolution approving the execution by the Mayor and attestation by the City Clerk of a Contract for Sale and Purchase between the City of Tampa, as purchaser, and Bryan Higgins and Heather Higgins, as seller, for the purchase of real property located at 2810 West Pearl Avenue, Tampa, Florida, at a purchase price of $600,000 together with closing costs in the approximate amount of $6,000; for Stormwater purposes; approving the acceptance of the proposed form Warranty Deed; providing an effective date. Memorandum from Michelle Van Loan, Real Estate Director, requesting that said agenda item be pulled for separate vote to document the requirement of a supermajority vote. (To be R/F) Memorandum from Michelle Van Loan, Real Estate Director, transmitting additional information for said agenda item. (To be R/F)
Background Details
The Stormwater Department requested the Real Estate Department pursue the acquisition of real property located at 2810 West Pearl Avenue. The property is low-lying and the acquisition will allow the future construction of a stormwater pump station in this severely flood-prone residential area. The existing structure will be demolished and the future pump station infrastructure will have the appearance of a residential structure. Through negotiation, the owners have agreed to sell the property to the City of Tampa.Supporting Documents:
- RE26-070 2810 W PEARL AVE RESO CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE.PDF (opens in new tab)
- RE26-070 2810 W PEARL AVE AERIAL.PDF (opens in new tab)
- Summary Sheet- COVER SHEET (opens in new tab)
- MEMO.FEELEY - 073026 REGULAR COUNCIL SESSION - FILE NO. DEO26-25743.PDF (opens in new tab)
- MEMO.FEELEY - 073026 REGULAR COUNCIL SESSION - FILE NO. DEO26-25743.PDF (opens in new tab)
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36. DEO26-25761
Resolution of the City of Tampa approving a First Amendment to CDBG Funds Agreement for Economic Development between the City of Tampa and the Centre for Women, Inc. for the provision of Services under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant program within the CDBG National Objectives; decreasing the funding to an amount not to exceed $25,000; reducing the number of clients served, updating milestones and deliverables; authorizing the execution thereof by the Mayor of the City of Tampa and attestation by the City Clerk; providing an effective date.
Background Details
The City of Tampa and The Centre for Women, Inc. use CDBG Funds to provide individual technical assistance to eligible owners of microenterprises and persons developing microenterprises who are low- to moderate- income and living within the City of Tampa. This resolution approves the First Amendment to the CDBG Funds Agreement for Economic Development between the City of Tampa and The Centre for Women, Inc. to provide funding under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development CDBG program in an amount up to $25,000. Subrecipient shall be compensated on a reimbursement basis for providing certain economic development services in an amount not to exceed $25,000. The subrecipient will provide matching funds in an amount not less than $25,000. The First Amendment would decrease funding to up to $25,000 for the entire contract term (July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026) to decrease the number of clients served from 30 to 10 and update the milestones/deliverables.Supporting Documents:
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37. DEO26-25882
Resolution approving a Development Agreement by and between the City of Tampa and FL Mtg Holdings LLC; Providing for the conveyance of a City Infill Lot located at 2802 N. 22nd Street, Tampa, Florida 33605, and the development, construction, and sale/rental of such property for use as an affordable single-family attached or single-family detached residential dwelling unit(s) by an income-qualified buyer or renter as part of the City’s Infill III Program; Authorizing the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest to said agreement and exhibits thereto; Providing an Effective Date.
Background Details
The City issued a Request for Proposal (“RFP”) for its “Infill III Program” requesting responses from qualified developers to provide for the construction of affordable single-family attached or single-family detached residential dwelling units on City owned infill lots for use by income-qualified buyers or renters in accordance with the Local Housing Assistance Plan. FL Mtg Holdings LLC (the “Developer”) was selected to construct single-family attached or single-family detached residential dwelling unit(s) on the City owned infill lot located at 2802 N. 22nd Street, Tampa, Florida 33605 (the “Property”) and to sell or rent the Property to income-eligible individuals and/or families, whose annual gross income is at or below 140% of the Area Median Income in connection with the City’s Infill III Program. The Development Agreement sets out the terms and conditions of the conveyance, construction, development, and sale/ rental of the Property.Supporting Documents:
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38. DEO26-25883
Resolution approving a Development Agreement by and between the City of Tampa and FL Mtg Holdings LLC; Providing for the conveyance of a City Infill Lot located at 2932 N. 22nd Street, Tampa, Florida 33605, and the development, construction, and sale/rental of such property for use as an affordable single-family attached or single-family detached residential dwelling unit(s) by an income-qualified buyer or renter as part of the City’s Infill III Program; Authorizing the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest to said agreement and exhibits thereto; Providing an Effective Date.
Background Details
The City issued a Request for Proposal (“RFP”) for its “Infill III Program” requesting responses from qualified developers to provide for the construction of affordable single-family attached or single-family detached residential dwelling units on City owned infill lots for use by income-qualified buyers or renters in accordance with the Local Housing Assistance Plan. FL Mtg Holdings LLC (the “Developer”) was selected to construct single-family attached or single-family detached residential dwelling unit(s) on the City owned infill lot located at 2932 N. 22nd Street, Tampa, Florida 33605 (the “Property”) and to sell or rent the Property to income-eligible individuals and/or families, whose annual gross income is at or below 140% of the Area Median Income in connection with the City’s Infill III Program. The Development Agreement sets out the terms and conditions of the conveyance, construction, development, and sale/ rental of the Property.Supporting Documents:
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39. DEO26-25885
Resolution approving the execution by the Mayor and attestation by the City Clerk of an easement agreement between the City of Tampa and Tampa Port Authority d/b/a Port Tampa Bay for the installation of transportation improvements, including a P-II concrete traffic service pole located in the vicinity of Channelside Drive and 12th Street, Tampa, Florida; providing an effective date.
Background Details
The Transportation Division requested Real Estate work with Port Authority to obtain an easement for transportation improvements including a traffic service pole in the vicinity of Channelside Drive and 12th Street. The Port Authority, through negotiation, has agreed to allow the City access to the Port property for the installation of said transportation improvements to service the area.Supporting Documents:
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40. DEO26-25886
Resolution approving the Army Navy site land disposition agreement by and between the city of Tampa, Florida (“City”), and Army Navy Royal Development Group, LLC (“developer”), affecting approximately 5.6 acres of City owned land located West of North Tampa Street, East of N. Ashley Street, South of I-275 and North of East Fortune Street, Tampa, Florida; providing for the conveyance of the property by the City to developer in phases, subject to compliance with a number of conditions precedent and closing conditions; authorizing the execution thereof by the mayor and attestation by the city clerk; providing an effective date.
Background Details
The City owns approximately 5.6 acres of real property located west of North Tampa Street, east of N. Ashley St., south of I-275 and north of E. Fortune Street, in the Downtown Community Redevelopment Area of Tampa, Florida (the “Property”), which Property is also commonly referred to as the “Army Navy Site”. The City issued a Request for Proposal soliciting proposals for the redevelopment of the Property, and Army Navy Royal Development Group, LLC was selected. The Developer’s proposal provides for (i) at least 1,150 residential units, including at least 568 units at or below 80% Annual Median Income (“AMI”) and at least 230 units between 80% AMI and 140% AMI, (ii) 150 public parking spaces, (iii) 28 bedrooms reserved for Conservatory Housing, and (iv) ground floor retail and commercial space (the “Project”). The proposed Land Disposition Agreement sets out the terms and conditions of the conveyance of the Property to the Developer and the construction of the Project.Supporting Documents:
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41. DEO26-25888
Resolution approving the execution by the Mayor and attestation by the City Clerk of a Private Dock Agreement between the City of Tampa and Charles and Candace Courter for the construction and operation of certain dock structures, facilities, and/or Seawall on and over submerged lands owned and held by the City in the vicinity of 2205 North Riverside Drive, Tampa, Florida; Providing an effective date.
Background Details
The City of Tampa owns certain submerged sovereign lands below the Hillsborough River that abut the real property at 2205 North Riverside Drive. Charles and Candace Courter, are owners of the upland property. Owner has obtained Minor Work Permit No. 82552 from the Environmental Protection Commission for the construction of certain dock structures, facilities, and/or seawall. The parties desire to enter this Private Dock Agreement regarding Owner's right to erect, use and maintain the dock facilities.Supporting Documents:
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42. MAM26-25642
Resolution approving the bid of Onyx Cleaning Services LLC for the provision of Janitorial Services for Hanna (SMS) in the estimated amount of $241,000 for use by the Department of Logistics and Asset Management/Facility Management Division; authorizing the Director of Purchasing to purchase said property, supplies, materials or services; providing an effective date.
Background Details
1.Department or Location of Project: Logistics and Asset Management, Facilities Division 2.Total number of vendors that accessed and downloaded bid: 15 3.Number and List of bidders: 9; Mestre Star Cleaning LLC., Onyx Cleaning Services LLC, Emerald Facility Management, 36TServices, LLC., Xtremely Clean Janitorial Services, LLC., General Facility Care, J&J Holdings and Services LLC, J&B Construction Services USA Inc, M&G Investors, LLC. 4.Award amount: $241,000 5.Why the winning bid was selected: The City of Tampa Logistics and Asset Management, Facilities Division recommend awarding this to Onyx Cleaning Services LLC as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder for Janitorial Services at Hanna(SMS). It is recommended that the City award Janitorial Services at Hanna (SMS) to Onyx Cleaning Services LLC for use by Logistics and Asset Management, Facilities Division. The term of the award is for a (1) one-year term with (3) three additional (1) one-year renewal options. The Department has reviewed and approved the bid response from Onyx Cleaning Services LLC and comments were supplied via Department recommendation letter. Pursuant to the review by Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Office, it was determined that the EBO Sheltered Market Solicitation provision would apply in the bid specifications to eligible SLBE firms. Onyx Cleaning Services LLC is a City Certified Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE).Supporting Documents:
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43. MAM26-25643
Resolution approving the renewal of an award between the City of Tampa and Everon, LLC, without a price escalation, for the provision of Fire Alarm Annual Inspections and Services (Bid Discount) in the estimated amount of $400,000 for use by the Logistics and Asset Management Department/Facility Management Division; authorizing the Director of Purchasing to purchase said property, supplies, materials or services; providing an effective date.
Background Details
It is recommended that the City renew its existing award with Everon, LLC fka ADT Commercial LLC for the provision of Fire Alarm Annual Inspections and Services for use by the Logistics and Asset Management/Facility Management Division for an additional one-year term. The existing award was made in April 2023. This award is in its second renewal term which was extended to September 5, 2026, per the bid document Section 4.14.1 Supplemental Unilateral Renewal Periods. Everon, LLC, fka ADT Commercial LLC provides excellent service, quality of product and performance. The Logistics & Asset Management/Facility Management Division has reviewed the prices and feels that it is in the best interest of the City to renew this award for an additional one-year period. Everon, LLC, fka ADT Commercial LLC has agreed to renew Fire Alarm Annual Inspections and Services without a price escalation which is allowed per the bid. Pursuant to the review by Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) office, it was determined that the EBO Bid Discount provision would apply in the bid specifications to eligible WMBE and SLBE firms.Supporting Documents:
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44. MAM26-25644
Resolution approving the renewal of Agreements between the City of Tampa and AEC Development Partners LLC, in the estimated amount of $330,000 and Waterproofing Experts, Inc. dba Quality Restoration and Renovations in the estimated amount of $420,000 for an estimated total amount of $750,000, without a price escalation, for the furnishing of Citywide Facility Maintenance Services Phase II (Sheltered Market Solicitation) for use by the Department of Logistics & Asset Management/Facility Management Division; providing an effective date.
Background Details
It is recommended that the City renew its existing award with AEC Development Partners LLC and Waterproofing Experts, Inc., dba Quality Restoration and Renovations for the provision of Citywide Facility Maintenance Services Phase II (Sheltered Market Solicitation) for use by the Logistics and Asset Management Department/Facilities Division for an additional one-year term. The existing award was made July 2025. The Agreements are in their original award term. AEC Development Partners LLC and Waterproofing Experts, Inc., dba Quality Restoration and Renovations provide excellent service, quality of product and performance. The Logistics and Asset Management Department/Facilities Division has reviewed the prices and feels that it is in the best interest of the City to renew the award for an additional one-year period. AEC Development Partners LLC and Waterproofing Experts, Inc., dba Quality Restoration and Renovations have agreed to renew Citywide Facility Maintenance Services Phase II (Sheltered Market Solicitation) without a price escalation. Pursuant to the review by Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Office, it was determined that the EBO Sheltered Market Solicitation provision would apply in the bid specifications to eligible SLBE firms. AEC Development Partners LLC and Waterproofing Experts, Inc., dba Quality Restoration and Renovations are City Certified Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE).Supporting Documents:
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45. MAM26-25645
Resolution approving the renewal of an Agreement between the City of Tampa and All South Underground, LLC with a 2.4% Consumer Price Index (CPI) Price Escalation, for the furnishing of Sediment Control Structures Baffle Boxes Inspection and Maintenance Services in the estimated amount of $400,000 for use by the Mobility Department; providing an effective date.
Background Details
It is recommended that the City renew its existing award with All South Underground, LLC for the furnishing of Sediment Control Structures Baffle Boxes Inspection and Maintenance Services for use by the Mobility Department for an additional one-year period. The existing award was made in June 2022. The term of the award was for a one-year period with four additional one-year renewals. The Sediment Control Structures Baffle Boxes Inspection and Maintenance Services contract is in its third renewal award period. All South Underground, LLC provides satisfactory service, quality of product and performance. The Mobility Department has reviewed the prices and feels that it is in the best interest of the City to renew this award for an additional one-year period. All South Underground, LLC has agreed to renew the Sediment Control Structures Baffle Boxes Inspection and Maintenance Services contract with a Consumer Price Index (CPI) price escalation of 2.4% which is allowed per the bid. SLBE participation goals were not prescribed in the solicitation because the scope did not meet required EBO parameters; however, it did not preclude participation.Supporting Documents:
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46. MAM26-25648
(Part 1 of 2)(See Item 47) Resolution approving a Regional Infrastructure Accelerator Cooperative Agreement between the City of Tampa and the United States Department of Transportation, Build America Bureau; authorizing execution by the mayor and attestation by the city clerk; providing an effective date.
Background Details
This grant award is for $650,000 to the City of Tampa for the Regional Infrastructure Accelerator Part II. This grant project will support a second phase of effort focused on continuing and expanding the RIA program, enabling the further development of priority projects, execution of project action plans, and expansion of the program to fully engage other regional jurisdictions and agencies. Phase II will include stakeholder engagement and education; an expanded pipeline of projects; a long-list analysis; a detailed shortlist project evaluation, recommendations, and an implementation plan; and the execution of the action plan. This grant does not require match funding. The agreement will be effective on October 1, 2026, and last for 36 months from the start date.Supporting Documents:
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47. MAM26-25690
(Part 2 of 2)(See Item 46) Resolution making certain changes in the budget of the City of Tampa for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; approving the transfer, reallocation, and/or appropriation of $650,000 within the Transportation Grants Capital Projects Fund for use by the Regional Infrastructure Accelerator Cooperative Agreement project; providing an effective date.
Background Details
This financial resolution appropriates a Regional Infrastructure Accelerator Cooperative Agreement for an amount not to exceed $650,000 received by the City from United States Department of Transportation within the Transportation Grants Capital Projects Fund for use by the Regional Infrastructure Accelerator Cooperative Agreement project.Supporting Documents:
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48. MAM26-25674
Resolution making certain changes in the budget of the City of Tampa for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; approving the transfer, reallocation, and/or appropriation of $2,100,000 within the Local Option Gas Tax Capital Projects Fund for use by the West Riverside Heights Improvements project; providing an effective date.
Background Details
This financial resolution reallocates funds in the total amount of $2,100,000 for construction services within the Local Option Gas Tax Capital Projects Fund for use by the West Riverside Heights Improvements project.Supporting Documents:
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49. HTX26-25646
Resolution setting a public hearings on August 6, 2026 at 10:30 a.m., or soon thereafter, and August 27, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., or soon thereafter, in City Council Chambers, 315 E. Kenned Blvd., 3rd Floor, Tampa, FL 33602, on an historic preservation property tax exemption application for the property owned by 905 N Florida Ave Property Owner LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Company, and located at 905 N Florida Avenue, Tampa, Florida, a local historic landmark, the same being more fully described in section 2 hereof; providing for notice; providing an effective date.
Background Details
Historic Preservation Property Tax Exemption relative to the restoration, renovation, or rehabilitation of certain property located at 905 N. Florida Avenue in the Historic District. Resolution requesting City Council set two public hearings to adopt an ordinance approving an application for a historic preservation property tax exemption allowed per s. 196.1997, F.S., and s. 196.1998, F.S., for the property located at 905 N. Florida Avenue, Tampa, due to the owner restoring, rehabilitating, and renovating the property. Upon approval of the ordinance, a property tax exemption will be granted by the City for a period of 10 years.Supporting Documents:
- Summary Sheet- COVER SHEET (opens in new tab)
- ORDINANCE FOR HP EXEMPTION V2.PDF (opens in new tab)
- BUSINESS IMPACT ESTIMATE.PDF (opens in new tab)
- ORDINANCE 93-137.PDF (opens in new tab)
- PART 1-PART 2 COMBINED APPLICATION.PDF (opens in new tab)
- DES OF COMP FTRS & ALTS.PDF (opens in new tab)
- ARCTAX-26-02 PHOTOGRAPHIC REPORT.PDF (opens in new tab)
- FEATURES - PHOTO & DRAWING INDEX.PDF (opens in new tab)
- ARCTAX-26-0000002 - SIGNED LETTER.PDF (opens in new tab)
- RESO TO SET PH.DOCX (opens in new tab)
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50. BF26-25533
Memorandum from Beth Le, Assistant City Attorney, requesting this City Council to announce the date, time, and location of a public hearing (not a City Council Hearing) to be held for a proposed designation of Robles Park Brownfield area located in the vicinity of 3601 North Central Avenue, 3814 North Central Avenue, and 501 East Lake Avenue, Tampa, FL 33603. (To be R/F) The following announcement of a public meeting is requested to be read: "A public hearing will be held regarding a proposed brownfield area designation for the rehabilitation and redevelopment of three parcels, approximately 30.5 acres in size, located in the vicinity of 3601 North Central Avenue, 3814 North Central Avenue, and 501 East Lake Avenue, Tampa, FL 33603. This public hearing will be held at the Tampa Heights Junior Civic Association located at 2005 North Lamar Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33602 on August 18, 2026 at 5:30 p.m., until not later than 6:30 p.m."
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51. BF26-25564
Memorandum from Beth Le, Assistant City Attorney, requesting this City Council to announce the date, time, and location of a public hearing (not a City Council Hearing) to be held for a proposed Brownfield Area Designation of Fletcher District Green Reuse Site Brownfield Area located Northeast of the intersection of North 46th Street, and East Fletcher Avenue, Tampa, Florida, 33613. (To be R/F) The following announcement of a public meeting is requested to be read: "A public hearing will be held regarding a proposed brownfield area designation for the rehabilitation and redevelopment of one parcel, approximately 62 acres in size, located Northeast of the intersection of North 46th Street and East Fletcher Avenue, Tampa, Florida, 33613. This public hearing will be held in Classroom 138/139 of the Patel Center for Global Solutions, located at 42202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33620, on August 12, 2026 at 6:00 p.m., until not later than 7:00 p.m."
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52. VAC-26-08
Public hearing on application by Hillsborough County Public Schools / Michelle Orton / Nikki Day requesting to vacate a portion of 43rd Ave lying North of Ellicott St, South of Shadowlawn Ave, East of U.S. 41, and West of 45th St. (Ordinance being presented for first reading consideration) - An ordinance of the City of Tampa, Florida, vacating, closing, discontinuing and abandoning a portion of 43rd Street right-of-way located North of Ellicott Street and James Elementary School, South of Shadowlawn Avenue, East of 40th Street and Gary Adult High School, and West of 47th Street, as dedicated by the Plat of Revised Map of Rubensteins Subdivision, in Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida, and as more fully described in Section 2 hereof, subject to certain covenants, conditions and restrictions as more particularly set forth herein; providing for enforcement and penalties for violations; providing for definitions, interpretations and repealing conflicts; providing for severability; providing an effective date. (Continued from May 21, 2026)
Supporting Documents:
- APPLICATION SIGNED VAC-26-08.PDF (opens in new tab)
- PB_8PG_38.PDF (opens in new tab)
- AERIALVAC-26-08.PDF (opens in new tab)
- Summary Sheet- COVER SHEET (opens in new tab)
- STAFF REPORT VAC-26-0000008.PDF (opens in new tab)
- VAC-26-08 AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE.PDF (opens in new tab)
- VAC-26-08 ORDINANCE.PDF (opens in new tab)
- REQUEST FOR CONTINUANCE VAC26-08(67239619.1).PDF (opens in new tab)
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54. INF26-25687
(Placed under Staff Reports and Unfinished Business pursuant to a motion made by Council.) Resolution approving Contract Change Order 1 Renewal adding $6,467,220 to the contract between the City of Tampa and RTD Construction, Inc. for Contract 25-C-00026, Construction of Development Section Annual Contractor Agreement; authorizing the Mayor of the City of Tampa to execute said Change Order on behalf of the City of Tampa; providing an effective date. Memorandum from Richard Mutterback, Director of Contract Administration Department, transmitting additional information for said agenda item. (To be R/F)
Background Details
1. Contract Title: 25-C-00026 Development Section Annual Contractor Agreement a. Address of Project: Citywide b. Number of bidders/submitters: N/A c. Names of bidders/submitters: N/A d. Dollar amount: $6,467,220.00 e. Why the awardee was selected: Project was competitively bid with the selection of the apparent low bidder. 2. Contractor/Firm: RTD Construction, Inc. 3. Business Case: Project provides for the installation of public water service meters and associated water appurtenances to better serve the community. This Change Order 1 provides for the first of two one-year renewals. 4. Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Statement: RTD Construction, Inc., the prime contractor, is utilizing one (1) City of Tampa-certified firm for subcontracting for Change Order 1. 5. Sustainability and Resiliency: N/A 6. Community Engagement: N/A 7. Project: a. Contract delivery method: This is a Bid/Construction project. A full-time City of Tampa Construction Inspector will be on-site during the project to ensure quality of construction. b. Placemaking: N/A c. Time, Quality Assurance, Cost Monitoring (Budget) • One-year renewal. • The Timble project management software system will be utilized to optimize the monitoring of schedules and costs. This software was recently purchased by the City of Tampa and is a premier system for construction project management.Supporting Documents:
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55. CM26-25621
Mobility Department, Real Estate Department, Tampa Fire Rescue, and/or any other departments with jurisdiction, to report on the steps taken by the City over the past one-and-a-half to two years regarding cut-through traffic issues on Morris Bridge Road affecting the K-Bar Ranch area, what is being done, and what will be done. (Original motion initiated by Viera-Maniscalco on June 25, 2026) Memorandum from Brad Baird, Infrastructure and Mobility Administrator, requesting that said agenda item be removed from the agenda. (To be R/F)
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56. CM26-24460
Chief Financial Officer to provide a report on the total deferred maintenance in the city. (Original motion initiated by Carlson-Viera on May 28, 2026) Memorandum from Michael D. Perry, Deputy Chief Financial Officer, requesting that said agenda item be continued to August 27, 2026. (To be R/F)
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57. CM26-25624
Staff to report on where the specific trees are being planted, how many of each are being planted, and on the economic, environmental and social benefits. (Original motion initiated by Hurtak-Maniscalco on June 25, 2026) Memorandum from Ted Fowler, Director of Parks & Recreation, transmitting a written report for said agenda item. (To be R/F)
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58. CM26-25618
Martin Shelby, City Council Attorney, to return with a resolution consistent with the decision of City Council on amendments to the Rules of Procedure. (Original motion initiated by Clendenin-Viera on June 25, 2026) Memorandum from Martin Shelby, City Council Attorney, requesting that said agenda item be continued to August 6, 2026. (To be R/F)
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59. CM26-24826
CM26-24826 Staff to present a written staff report evaluating the feasibility of establishing a dog park in the Forest Hills area, specifically near Babe Zaharais. (Original motion initiated by Viera-Maniscalco on June 4, 2026) Memorandum from Ted Fowler, Director of Parks & Recreation, transmitting a brief written update on said agenda item. (To be R/F)
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60. CM26-25623
Tampa Fire Rescue to provide a written report outlining any budgetary items, capital improvements, personnel needs, vehicles, equipment, temporary stations, permanent facilities, or other resources that Barbara Tripp, Fire Chief, believes are necessary to improve response times in the New Tampa area, including any estimated costs, implementation timelines, and current obstacles to deployment. Original motion initiated by Viera-Maniscalco on June 25, 2026) Memorandum from Chief Barbara Tripp, Tampa Fire Rescue, transmitting a written report for said agenda item. (To be R/F)
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