Bill Carlson
About
Bill Carlson's mayoral campaign platform centers primarily on tackling Tampa's massive infrastructure needs, estimated in the billions of dollars. As he enters the 2027 mayoral race, his campaign emphasizes foundational city improvements as a core priority.
Campaign promises (1)
- infrastructureBill Carlson has prioritized addressing billions of dollars in infrastructure needs for the city of Tampa as a central focus of his mayoral campaign.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 6
- Total speaking time
- 2:09:05
- Avg per meeting
- 21:31
- Segments
- 1606
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Top issues during term (18)(Public Safety)
Fine reductions for properties brought into compliance
Three property owners collectively saved over $12,000 in fines, though reduced amounts must be paid by October 21 to lock in the savings.
Noise ordinance and vehicle exhaust enforcement
Urban Air alcohol permit suspension
The business loses alcohol sales revenue for 30 days; no cost to the city.
School zone speed camera funds
City ethics code and Ethics Commission review
Fire Station 1 renovation and expansion budget
The renovation budget figure and any county funding amendment remain undetermined.
Veterans Committee appointments ratification
Crime victim support and gun violence prevention
Stadium-area public safety infrastructure
Peregrine police software subgrant
$595,000 in grant funds for police data technology.
School Resource Officer funding agreement
The school district reimburses the city $2,753,683, so no direct hit to city taxpayers.
Role and powers of the city attorney's office
Up to $250,000 for the FY 2027 legal services extension.
Emergency medical transportation funding swap
The city pays out $2.33 million but expects about $5.23 million back — roughly a $2.9 million net gain.
District 7 council seat vacancy
TPD Peregrine data platform
$595,000 in police grant funds are on hold until November.
Fire response times in the 33647 area
A budget memo is coming July 30, but councilmembers warned the city budget is shrinking ahead of possible property-tax losses.
Overhauling public comment rules after a hateful outburst
Chief Administrative Officer and interim appointments
A new CAO position would add executive-level salary costs.
Decisions during term (0)
Recorded while Carlson was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
No decisions found matching Public Safety.
Voting record (0)(Public Safety)
No votes found matching Public Safety.