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From: Joe Waugh <[email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 10:00 AM Good morning, As a quick follow-up, this letter will be received by anyone without an approved permit, so property owners who have applied and are in the plan review process will receive a letter as well. No action is needed on their part if they are actively moving through the permitting process. They, or their contractor, likely received an email from the permitting department recently advising them of the status of their permit. Unfortunately, we have a large number of owners who previously submitted for permits but never completed the process or abandoned the permit entirely. Due to technology limitations, we are unable to isolate those specific properties for the purposes of the mailer without causing significant delays. While I understand this may cause frustration with those owners who are actively working through the permit process, the fluid nature of the permit review/approval process causes statuses to change daily. We are available to assist with any questions or concerns, so please don’t hesitate to reach out. Thank you, Joe Waugh Managing Director, Neighborhood Services Codes Compliance, N-Team, Neighborhood Relations, St. Pete Service Center City of St. Petersburg 727-892-5792 [email protected] From: Joe Waugh
Sent: Tuesday, December 2, 2025 4:49 PM Good afternoon, I hope this email finds you well as your neighborhoods continue to recover from the impacts of last year’s storms. As the city continues to navigate the damage assessment and post disaster emergency permitting process (PDEP) for the roughly 4,000 properties that have yet to obtain permits for repairs, the attached letter will be mailed to impacted residents on Wednesday, December 3rd,. Understanding that many of your neighborhoods have hundreds of residents that will receive this letter, I wanted to share it with you in the event that you are contacted about the letter. A few main points from the letter include:
In response to prior mailings, city staff have been inundated with phone calls and emails, leading to some delays in response time. We appreciate everyone’s patience as the various departments manage the additional workload, and I encourage you all to reach out to me directly if you hear from residents who are having difficulty reaching city staff and I will do my best to get them in contact with the appropriate representatives. Additionally, we are aware of growing concerns from residents in many of your neighborhoods regarding properties that were damaged and are now unoccupied/abandoned. The Codes Compliance staff are focused on identifying these properties and addressing any visual blight (overgrown vegetation, accumulation of junk/debris) and life-safety concerns (unsecured openings). If an owner is unresponsive, the city is able to abate these violations (cut grass, remove junk, secure openings, etc.) to minimize impacts to the surrounding properties and neighborhood. Thank you for your dedication and leadership during these challenging times. Please feel free to reach out to me with any additional questions you may have. Thank you, Joe Waugh Managing Director, Neighborhood Services Codes Compliance, N-Team, Neighborhood Relations, St. Pete Service Center City of St. Petersburg 727-892-5792 [email protected] Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes, any written or electronic communications to the City, including but not limited to email addresses, emails, attachments, forms, and applications are subject to public disclosure unless expressly made exempt by Florida Statute.
Hello District 3 Neighborhood Leaders, I wanted to personally invite you to connect with your City Council representative. Council Member Mike Harting will be our guest speaker at our upcoming CONA meeting. This is your opportunity to hear updates directly from Mike, raise neighborhood concerns, and engage with fellow community leaders from across the district. Location: Sunshine Center – 330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 Doors Open: 6:30 PM | Meeting Begins: 7:00 PM I also want to share that the CONA Leadership Program is currently accepting applications for its next cohort. This 13-week, hands-on program is designed to equip both emerging and current leaders with the tools, knowledge, and relationships needed to make a lasting impact in their communities.
Date: Tuesday, November 12th Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Location: Outcast Brewery RSVP: https://forms.gle/E6fgLe2x3ggvzeX87 This informal, discussion-based session (not a presentation) is a chance to exchange ideas, tackle shared challenges, and strengthen relationships among neighborhood leaders. I look forward to seeing you on the 19th — and hopefully at the Roundtable on the 12th. Thank you for your continued commitment to building stronger, more connected neighborhoods. If you have any questions, feel free to email or call/text me at 727-623-1380 [email protected]  Friday, September 5 - Sunday, September 7 from 10 am - 5 pm @ Albert Whitted Park 480 Bayshore Dr. SE The speed and excitement of world-class powerboat and personal watercraft racing will take over the downtown St. Pete waterfront September 5 - 7, 2025. World-class powerboat and personal watercraft racing will bring color and high-speed action to downtown St. Petersburg during the Monster Energy St. Pete Powerboat P1 Grand Prix. The event, with Visit St. Pete-Clearwater as the presenting sponsor, attracts offshore powerboat teams from across the United States, plus Canada and Bermuda. The St. Pete races are the last in the series, determining which boats qualify for the World Championships in Key West in November. The big powerboats will be on the waterfront just beyond the end of the St. Pete Pier. Spectators will be even closer to the action of personal watercraft zipping around a course near the St. Pete Pier’s Spa Beach as part of the P1 AquaX series.  Saturday, September 13 from 6 - 10 pm @ Deuces Corner, 9th Ave. S. & 22nd St. S. ArtWalk in the Park is a free, family-friendly community event that highlights local artists, live music, food trucks, and creative vendors at Deuces Corner. Guests can enjoy art displays, interactive activities, and an engaging outdoor atmosphere celebrating culture and creativity on the Deuces.  Get ready to explore St. Pete’s dynamic museum and arts scene for Free Museum Day on Saturday, September 20, 2025! For one day only, many of our city’s top museums and cultural institutions will open their doors with free admission for everyone. Whether you’re into contemporary art, local history, glass, science, or something in between, this is your chance to reconnect with the incredible creative spaces that make our city shine.
Some museums may require timed entry or advance registration, so we recommend checking each location's website for details. Free Museum Day is all about making art and culture accessible for all, and we can’t wait to see you there! Participating Museums:
Celebrate art and community with us! Dear Neighbors, We’re excited to share a quick update on Stroll Venetian Isles, our neighborhood’s very own magazine! The Stroll team is currently looking for:
 Public Meeting Notice: Learn About Improvements Planned for the Cosme Water Treatment Plant:
https://www.stpete.org/news_detail_T30_R1459.php Get Involved: Available Seats on City of St. Petersburg Boards & Committees: https://www.stpete.org/news_detail_T30_R1460.php |
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