Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tampa public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues with critical priority
Rays Stadium Community Benefits Agreement
A resolution authorizing up to $80 million in non-ad valorem revenue bonds for the Rays ballpark project sat under Staff Reports with no final action recorded.
FY2027 property tax rate and city budget adoption
The board adopted next fiscal year's CRA budget (Oct 2026–Sept 2027), which funds the separate redevelopment trust funds and now goes into the city budget process and to Hillsborough County.
South Howard Flood Relief Project
Council narrowly approved the full funding and contracting package for the $92.7 million South Howard Flood Relief and Streetscape Project, including an $11 million Expressway Authority interlocal. Three councilmembers voted no after a contentious debate, and dozens of residents spoke during public comment.