TAMPA, Fla. – Keeping with the Vision Zero theme of “Paint Saves Lives,” the Tampa Downtown Partnership and the City of Tampa are building on recent successful efforts that improve safety as well as aesthetics by commissioning mural work on North Ashley Drive in Tampa’s Downtown. Last weekend, local artist Meaghan Farrell Scalise, with […]
IDA’s Value of Downtowns study to be discussed during Digital Downtown Debriefing today at 1pm TAMPA, Fla. – Tampa has a “strong” downtown that compares well to other emerging downtowns across the nation, according to a new report analyzing urban cores across the country. The report (click here to read) by the International […]
Enjoy activities under a 10,000 square foot tent in Curtis Hixon Park TAMPA, Fla – The Tampa Downtown Partnership’s Summer Series is back at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park with free activities, including a giant 10,000-square-foot tent. It’s the perfect place to go to get out of the house and burn off some energy – […]
Chairman Kevin Plummer of Tampa Preparatory School elected to serve a second term TAMPA, Fla – The Tampa Downtown Partnership celebrated its 34th year of Downtown innovation, growth, and inclusion by reflecting on accomplishments, welcoming a new slate of leadership, and setting the stage for future opportunities. This year’s meeting looked a little […]
Share Your Downtown Pride with Custom Wallpapers Show off your love for our Tampa’s Downtown community with custom wallpapers for your electronic devices. From the beautiful Downtown skyline to the breathtaking Riverwalk, impress your friends and family with a background to remind them of your favorite place! Screenshot or download one of the […]
Founded in 1905 by Cuban immigrant Casimiro Hernandez, Sr., the Columbia Restaurant is Florida’s oldest restaurant, and the largest Spanish restaurant in the world. To this day, six of the Columbia restaurants are still owned and operated by the founding family, including The Columbia Cafe located in the Tampa Bay History Center downtown. With a […]
Bamboozle Cafe is one of the most popular restaurants in Tampa’s Downtown. Known for its fresh rolls and pho soups, this isn’t your ordinary Vietnamese restaurant. As founder, Lynn Pham has stated, Bamboozle Cafe’s focus is “giving the community an affordable and healthy lifestyle option” and we are ecstatic about featuring them this week as […]
Oxford Exchange is one of the premier restaurants in Tampa’s Downtown. Known for its elegance, the restaurant opened its Champagne Bar late last year and has been debuting new cocktails ever since. This week Oxford Exchange was kind enough to share their delicious “French 75” recipe with us. We hope you all enjoy making this […]
Harpoon Harry’s Crab House, located at the Tampa Convention Center, is known as a bastion of summertime indulgences. Customers not only have their pick of fresh seafood, steaks and sushi but are right in the heart of downtown, close enough to walk to places like Amalie Arena or The Florida Aquarium. This week Harpoon Harry’s […]
Things are changing every day so please check with each location directly to confirm their current options. It is best to make reservations whenever possible due to limited capacity. We will do everything we can to keep this list updated with the most current information. Please be aware that the City of Tampa’s Lift Up […]
Zukku Sushi is a restaurant located in the Heights Public Market at Armature Works, where the menu is just as creative as it is delicious. Known for its custom-made rolls, sushi burritos, and poke bowls, the restaurant believes “the rice is your canvas”. This week Zukku Sushi was kind enough to share their fan favorite […]
Oxford Exchange is one of the premier restaurants in Tampa’s Downtown. Known for its elegance, the restaurant opened its Champagne Bar late last year and has been debuting new cocktails ever since. This week Oxford Exchange was kind enough to share their secret “Rifle Paper Co. Punch” recipe with us. We hope you all enjoy […]
Take a virtual tour of all the murals in #TampasDowntown Did you know there are 52 murals from the Heights area into Downtown? As you scroll through we tried to put them in order so you can safely drive or walk by all 52 (at a distance from others of course)! If you do happen […]
Share Your Downtown Pride with a Video Conference Call Background Show off your love for our Tampa’s Downtown community with custom background for your next video call. From the beautiful Downtown skyline to rowdy pirates at Gasparilla, impress your co-workers and virtual happy hour guests with a background to remind them of your favorite place! […]
The Tampa Downtown Partnership understands the burden many of our downtown small businesses are facing due to coronavirus. Below you will find some helpful resources for business owners. We will update this page periodically as new resources become available. For updates on business resources, text TAMPABIZ to 888-777. One Tampa: Relief Now, Rise Together Fund […]
Stay up to date with changes to transportation options The Downtowner The Downtowner will no longer be providing shared rides and will change their operating hours to the following April 1st: Monday – Friday: 7AM – 9PM Weekends: 12PM – 9PM HART HART service will be FREE to youth 18 and under with valid School […]
Dear Tampa’s Downtown Community: Given the current situation with COVID-19 and following the advice of public health experts along with city, state, and federal officials to limit face-to-face interactions, Tampa Downtown Partnership staff will be working remotely, effective immediately and continuing through Tuesday, March 31st. We will reevaluate the situation at that time and continue […]
Safety and wellness are always the top priorities to everyone here at the Tampa Downtown Partnership. We will continue to closely monitor the latest developments with Coronavirus and cooperate fully with recommendations from public health officials. The primary objective is that we all take appropriate personal steps to limit the spread of COVID-19 and ensure […]
The State of Florida, City of Tampa, and Hillsborough County have all declared a state of emergency to institute measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The Governor of the State of Florida has asked that local governments limit or postpone large events or gatherings. This will affect many of the following Downtown arts/cultural venues […]
As the Florida Department of Health, City of Tampa and Tampa Downtown Partnership continue to closely monitor COVID-19, please keep up to date about any and all developments at https://www.tampagov.net/covid-19/faq The Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Call Center is available 24/7 by phone at 1(866)779-6121 or by email at COV-19@flahealth.gov. Stay connected & text TAMPAREADY […]
Year in Review: A Year of Momentum View our 2018-2019 Year in Review.
Bob Buckhorn’s successor — who’s also a Tampa native — reflects on the city’s remarkable run, as well as work yet to be done. The Tampa Downtown Partnership annual meeting and luncheon, held June 19 at the Hilton Tampa Downtown Hotel, included remarks from Tampa’s former police chief and recently elected mayor, Jane Castor. She proved […]
In retrospect, Tampa Housing Authority officials acknowledge that 2010 was probably not the most opportune time to begin an ambitious vertical reworking of Central Park Village, a 28-acre tract containing substandard and arcane public housing. But nearly a decade after the housing authority and joint venture partner Banc of America Community Development Corp. began infrastructure […]
Tampa Downtown Partnership celebrated another monumental year of growth and change by reflecting on accomplishments, welcoming new leadership, and setting the stage for future opportunities at the 33rd Annual Meeting and Luncheon on Wednesday, June 19, in the Hilton Tampa Downtown hotel. “I am especially proud and honored to lead the remarkable staff at the […]
According to the latest results of a biennial survey, the long-awaited completion of the Riverwalk and Tampa Heights have spurred unprecedented growth in the number of people who make downtown Tampa their home. The report, the Biennial Downtown Worker and Resident Study, has assessed the mindset of the city’s downtown residents and workers since 2008, […]
TAMPA (FOX 13) – Three years ago, David Buck was just another homeless man seen in the area around Ybor City. “I had zero hope, I had already given up,” Buck told FOX 13. But some prayerful counseling helped him realize it was time to make a change. He knew that he couldn’t have success […]
With the start of hurricane season fast approaching June 1, the Tampa Downtown Partnership is hosting a team of emergency experts for its Annual Hurricane Preparedness Meeting June 5 at TECO Hall. If you’re wondering what a direct hurricane hit would be like in downtown Tampa, just ask Lynda Remund, President and CEO of the […]
By Christopher Curry TAMPA, Fla. (April 30, 2019) – The Tampa Downtown Partnership’s latest snapshot of downtown shows a growing urban core with a bustling waterfront and a demand for more shopping options. The survey of downtown workers and residents, which Tampa firm HCP Associates conducts for the business group every other year, shows a […]
By Richard Danielson TAMPA, Fla. (April 12, 2019) – Residential living in and around downtown Tampa is booming, according to a new survey from the Tampa Downtown Partnership, with more apartments and condominiums, high rates of occupancy, much love for the Riverwalk and much desire for more stores, bars and restaurants. Here are highlights from […]
The Tampa Downtown Partnership maintains a set of quick facts about downtown Tampa. Quick Facts Spring 2019
Instead of cat fights and petty jabs, Wednesday night’s forum with Tampa’s mayoral candidates focused on building a city with transportation options, affordable and accessible housing and a vibrant economy. Hosted by the Tampa Downtown Partnership at Tampa Heights’ historic Rialto Theatre, all questions were related to Tampa’s urban core, which is made up of […]
As the race to replace term-limited and popular Mayor Bob Buckhorn gathers speed, the themes dominating the campaign have become clear: unclogging the city’s gridlocked streets and finding a way to keep the state’s third-largest city affordable. At Wednesday evening’s forum at the restored Rialto Theatre, seven mayoral candidates took turns offering their solutions for […]
Seven of the nine candidates running for mayor of Tampa discussed issues important to the city’s downtown core in a forum Wednesday, striving to make a name for themselves in a crowded field. Tampa Downtown Partnership hosted the public events at the Rialto Theatre in Tampa Heights, asking questions related to the city’s future like […]
Lisa and Ben Prakobkit’s dog, Koko, did not react well to the flea, tick and heartworm medication the vet prescribed when she was 6. The chocolate Labrador retriever/German shorthaired pointer mix suffered seizures, a known side effect. Appalled that they weren’t fully informed about such potential issues, the Prakobkits decided to become more educated consumers. […]
The Tampa City Council will consider changing some of its parking requirements for developers at a meeting on January 10. Supporters of the proposal say it would help boost the city’s housing stock. The proposal would amend the language of a city ordinance that requires each residential unit in downtown Tampa to have an off-street parking […]
The magic of the holidays is about making dreams come true and at the outdoor ice skating rink in Winter Village, the Tampa Downtown Partnership is working to make sure visitors with all different abilities can experience something special. The rink is a place where you’ll find grand gestures like proposals and family reunions. But […]
The Tampa Downtown Partnership is making Lynda Remund its permanent President and CEO after leading the agency for a year as acting head. Remund is replacing former CEO Christine Burdick who retired in December 2017. Remund will assume the official position January 1. “Lynda’s ability to support and lead a collaborative work environment while effectively […]
After acting in the role for a year, Lynda Remund will become the president and CEO of the Tampa Downtown Partnership at the start of 2019. Remund has been the acting president since Christine Burdick stepped down from the role in December 2017. “I’m very excited about the momentum we’ve had and the direction the […]
TAMPA – Tampa Downtown Partnership is pleased to announce the appointment of Lynda Remund, SHRM-CP, as President and CEO of the Tampa Downtown Partnership. After the retirement of Past President and CEO, Christine Burdick in December of 2017, Remund took the lead role as Acting President and CEO in January 2018. “Lynda’s ability to support […]
By Kelsey Sunderland TAMPA (November 6, 2018) – Tampa Downtown Partnership has announced the 2018 Urban Excellence Awards finalists. This year’s finalists are: Activating spaces Tampa Hillsborough County Expressway Authority Pocket Parks, Phase I Streetcar Live by Gasparilla Music Festival Downtown Crawlers Arts and culture Tampa Museum of Art’s “Love is Calling” Exhibit Tampa Bay […]
By Kelsey Sunderland TAMPA (December 6, 2018) – The Tampa Downtown Partnership has announced the winners of the 2018 Urban Excellence Awards. Vetted through a three-step process, nominees were consideration through a panel of jurors evaluate the nominations on a scale of 1-10 based on the criteria and their relation to six topics; innovation, creativity, […]
By Cathy Salustri TAMPA (December 4, 2018) – Duckweed. The streetcar. Love is Calling at the Tampa Museum of Art. Each of these things helps make downtown Tampa… well, excellent. The Downtown Tampa Partnership’s Urban Excellence awards recognizes people, places, things and ideas like these, as they did last Thursday night at their annual awards […]
By Veronica Brezina-Smith TAMPA (December 4, 2018) – For the first time since the transportation penny sales tax passed, the organization that will receive $126 million per year as a result of it has discussed it. The Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority provided an overview of the charter amendment and sales tax revenue use, one […]
By Press Release TAMPA (November 30, 2018) – The Tampa Downtown Partnership is proud to announce the winners of the 2018 Urban Excellence Awards. Nominees were recognized, and winners received their awards during the annual celebration on Thursday, November 29 at The Gathering in Armature Works Public Market located in Tampa Heights. Kari Goetz of […]
By Veronica Brezina-Smith TAMPA – Now that the transportation referendum for the penny-sales tax increase has passed, projects that have sat on the shelves and ones that are in need of more funding may possibly be part of the Hillsborough County bus transit agency. The Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority will see 45 percent of […]
Ice skating, shops, drinks and treats, classic holiday films, choreographed light-show, sand sculpture, and a winter-themed Streetcar experience come to Tampa’s Downtown beginning November 16 TAMPA (November 2, 2018) – Tampa Downtown Partnership officially kicks off the holiday season on November 16 with the opening of Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park presented by the […]
By Richard Danielson ST. PETERSBURG (October 31, 2018) – The Cross-Bay Ferry returns to Tampa and St. Petersburg Thursday afternoon with plans to run Tuesdays through Sundays for the next six months, but organizers and local officials want something more far-reaching and regular. “This next phase, we hope, is going to be a bridge” between […]
TAMPA, FL (October 29, 2018) – The Tampa Downtown Partnership and Downtowner are pleased to celebrate the second anniversary of the micro-transit program operating in Tampa’s Special Services District. Since the program launched in October 2016, Downtowner vehicles moved over 369,000 passengers throughout Tampa’s Downtown, averaging 500 per day. Growing ridership in the first two […]
Each year an awards jury representing a cross-section of Downtown constituencies selects award winners who have made significant contributions that have made a lasting and positive impact on Downtown. Awardees are honored for their leadership, innovation, hard work, talent, and community spirit. The finalists by category: Activating Spaces: Tampa Hillsborough County Expressway Authority Pocket Parks […]
The Tampa Downtown Partnership believes it is time for Hillsborough County to invest in funding measures that will offer a variety of transportation and transit options to be made available for our citizens.
TAMPA – Whether by water or land, residents and visitors will have easy access to the growing Tampa Heights area. Starting Monday, Tampa’s Special Services District is expanding to include the area just north of downtown. “Now that downtown is growing in the adjacent urban neighborhoods are growing and becoming more popular, the expansion of […]
The Tampa Downtown Partnership is celebrating the Special Services District expansion into Tampa Heights! The expansion tour kicks off their first day of service TODAY! Listen to the interview on 970 WFLA. First aired October 1st, 2018 at 8:30am.
TAMPA – Tampa’s downtown is expanding across the Hillsborough River and into Tampa Heights. The Downtown Partnership special taxing district made the leap official Monday with the start of the new fiscal year and the collection of revenues from commercial and residential property owners in the rapidly developing Tampa Heights neighborhood. Rick Fernandez, president of […]
Do you know a business, organization, individual, event and/or project that has made significant contributions toward Tampa’s Downtown? Consider nominating them for the 2018 Tampa’s Downtown Urban Excellence Awards! Nominations must be submitted by October 5 at midnight. NOMINATE TODAY! Award Categories include: The Public Sector Project Award recognizes a public sector project that has […]
We Want to Hear From You! The sixth biennial Downtown Tampa resident and worker study is now live! In 2008, the Tampa Downtown Partnership launched its first community sentiment study for residents and workers. The study and its survey findings have helped steer such game changing initiatives in downtown as river accessibility, the outdoor market, […]
TAMPA (September 12, 2018) – On Monday, October 1, 2018, Downtown Tampa’s Special Services District (the “SSD” or “District”) will expand for the first time since it was created in 1994. The SSD was created to provide enhanced safety, maintenance, business development, beautification, planning and urban design, transportation, marketing, and other management services (the “Special […]
The Tampa Downtown Partnership is backing the All for Transportation referendum that, if approved, would levy a 1 percent additional sales tax on non-medical, non-food goods to fund transportation and transit improvements. The nonprofit organization works to cultivate public and private collaboration to increase economic development in downtown Tampa. The group represents 225 member companies, […]
Model X Teslas Join Downtowner Fleet Saturday Morning HART Provides Four Teslas to Downtowner Ride Service in Tampa’s Downtown TAMPA (August 17, 2018) – Tampa Downtown Partnership and Downtowner are excited to announce that tomorrow, Saturday, August 18, four Model X Teslas will join the fleet in Tampa’s Downtown. The Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority […]
City Council Approves Year Three Funding for Downtowner Program Funding secures mobility option for Tampa’s Downtown TAMPA (July 27, 2018) – On Thursday, July 26, 2018, City Council approved the Tampa Downtown Partnership’s request for $600,000 in funding for year three of the Downtowner ride service. The funding is a combined contribution from the City […]
Tampa Downtown Partnership’s new leader has a long tenure on the staff Why Lynda is a big deal: Lynda has nearly 20 years of experience with the Tampa Downtown Partnership, joining the staff as director of district operations in October 2000. The Tampa native manages and coordinates the daily operations of the Tampa Downtown Partnership […]
TAMPA (July 5, 2018) In partnership with Symphonic Distribution, the Tampa Downtown Partnership announces the release of six public playlists on music streaming service Spotify. Spotify users can now access playlists for signature Downtown experiences for living, working, playing, and learning in Tampa’s downtown. “We are really excited to be partnering up with the Tampa […]
Initiatives focus on city center growth, transportation, public space, and branding TAMPA, Fla., June 27, 2018 — Tampa Downtown Partnership celebrates another year of growth and change by reflecting on accomplishments, welcoming new leadership, and setting the stage for future opportunities. “I am so proud of what our talented team has accomplished this past year,” […]
Blucher will handle accounting and administration, reporting directly to the President and CEO TAMPA, Fla., June 26, 2018 — The Tampa Downtown Partnership welcomes Kacie Blucher to the team as Bookkeeper and Executive Assistant. In addition to processing all funds to and from the Partnership, Blucher will prepare monthly financial reports for the Finance Committee […]
Brasier will ensure Downtown’s high-quality services are maintained TAMPA, Fla., June 19, 2018 — The Tampa Downtown Partnership is proud to welcome certified urban planner Alana Brasier as Operations & Public Space Manager to the not-for-profit organization. Brasier brings over seven years of experience in urban planning and development from across the country and in […]
By Tim Fanning, Times Staff Writer Published: May 22, 2018 TAMPA – If you looked up and down the Hillsborough River in the 1980s, you would have seen much of the shoreline reinforced with vertical walls built in an attempt to stave off erosion or, in some cases, as a convenient place to park a […]
Come Meet Your Downtown Neighbors for a Franklin Street Block Party! Tampa Theatre to Host an Evening of Interactive Community Fun for the Opening of New Mr. Rogers Documentary on June 14 TAMPA, Fla. (May 21, 2018) – Minister, musician, educator, and father Fred Rogers spent 50 years on television encouraging us to be good […]
New position focuses on events, supports the Director of Membership and Programming TAMPA (May 2, 2018) – Tampa Downtown Partnership is pleased to welcome Ivy Niven as the Event Coordinator to the not-for-profit organization. The Events Coordinator is a new position at the Tampa Downtown Partnership reflecting the organization’s focus on developing quality events for its […]
Lynda Remund Joins International Downtown Association’s Emerging Leaders Program TAMPA (May 3, 2018) – Tampa Downtown Partnership is pleased to announce that it’s Acting CEO and President, Lynda Remund, has been selected as one of the industry’s brightest professionals for the International Downtown Association’s  2018 Emerging Leaders Fellowship Program. Remund is one of 30 senior […]
The blue-and-white yard signs are flying off give-away tables. The car flags, too. And a big blue banner proclaiming “Go Bolts!” now hangs from the city’s Municipal Office Building downtown. It’s Stanley Cup playoff time in Tampa. On Thursday, the Tampa Bay Lightning face off against the New Jersey Devils to open the first round […]
Shaun Drinkard brings 8 years of placemaking experience to his new role TAMPA (April 6, 2018) – Tampa Downtown Partnership is pleased to announce the promotion of Shaun Drinkard to Senior Director of Public Programming and Operations. On the heels of announcing a new Director of Membership and appointing Lynda Remund as Acting President and […]
TAMPA (April 4, 2018) – Tampa Downtown Partnership is pleased to announce the appointment of Lynda Remund, SHRM-CP, as Acting President and CEO of the Tampa Downtown Partnership. The Executive Committee’s unanimous decision places Remund in the Partnership’s top leadership role for a one-year term in a transformative and exciting time of change for both […]
Population and Employment Projections and Allocations What will Hillsborough County look like in 25 years? A projected outlook at employment, population and land use trends. View the presentation. Questions? Contact: Shawn College, AICP colleges@plancom.org 813-273-3774 ext. 367 Sarah Mckinley Mckinleys@plancom.org 813-273-3774 x382
TAMPA (March 29, 2018) — Tampa Downtown Partnership is pleased to welcome Lindsey Parks as the Director of Membership and Programming to the not-for-profit corporation. Parks brings over nine years of experience in membership relations, special event planning, project management, government relations and community affairs to her role. Prior to joining the Partnership, Parks held […]
March 14, 2018 by Press Release Games and Attractions Include Fun Run/Walk, Costume Contests, and Scavenger Hunts WHAT Join Mayor Bob Buckhorn for the 7th Annual Mayor’s River O’ Green Fest, presented by Grow Financial and brought to you by Tampa Downtown Partnership. Family and friends are invited to join the festivities with Irish fare, […]
By: Karen Kress, AICP Published by 83 Degrees “Motivating, Safe, Scenic, Pleasant and Introspective” were the words my colleagues at the Tampa Downtown Partnership used to describe the new way they used to travel to work during Commuter Challenge 18. I threw out the challenge to them thinking it was a long shot, but was […]
TAMPA (February 22, 2018) — On Thursday, February 15, 2018, Tampa Downtown Partnership received approval from City Council to proceed in seeking an expansion of the Special Service District (SSD) into Tampa Heights. “This first step is a milestone in bringing our services to the businesses and residences of Tampa Heights,” said Lynda Remund, Interim […]
TAMPA, Fla. — Leave your car at home, and try another mode of transportation for a trip, a day, or the week, and see benefits of avoiding traffic, burning calories and saving money, Plan Hillsborough and the Tampa Downtown Partnership said. Plan Hillsborough and the Tampa Downtown Partnership are hosting The Bay Area’s Commuter Challenge […]
This year’s Tampa Downtown Partnership Urban Excellence Awards was a night full of elegance, legacy, leadership, and honor. With the retirement announcement of the Partnership’s CEO and President of 15 years made just a month prior to the event, it came as no surprise that there was a focus on Christine Burdick’s lasting impact on […]
Tampa Downtown Magazine Who puts an ice rink in the middle of Florida? The Tampa Downtown Partnership, that’s who. Get a peek behind the scenes of the planning and assembling of downtown’s coolest event. People didn’t believe the ice could be real. “It has to be plastic” was the common reaction, says Rachel Radawec, the […]
“We specialize in large graphic murals and commissioned artwork,” Scalise, who owns Tada! Traditional and Digital Arts, said. So it was no surprise that when Scalise was given the opportunity to paint a mural on the side of a Downtown Tampa building, she jumped on it. “It’s art, everyone loves it, and it puts color […]
Do the Local Motion is back this October with free guided walking tours of Downtown Tampa, highlighting the area’s architecture, public art or historical locations. Guided tours are a great way to uncover local culture, both indoors and outdoors, with an informed leader. Participants learn about the city and also get a daily dose of […]
Christine Burdick announces her retirement after 15 years of service TAMPA (October 11, 2017) – The Executive Committee, Board of Directors, and staff at Tampa Downtown Partnership announce the retirement of President and CEO, Christine Burdick, effective January 1, 2018. Burdick will continue to act as President and CEO until December 31, 2017 focusing on […]
That’s So Tampa The Coast Bike Share continues to see its popularity rise as new stations expand downtown’s fleet. With support from the Tampa Downtown Partnership, five new stations and one expanded station are set to be introduced with more stations forthcoming. The new stations can be found at: Laurel and Doyle Carlton NE 12th […]
TAMPA (August 2, 2017) – Tampa Downtown Partnership and Downtowner announce the addition of two new Chevy Bolts to the 12-vehicle fleet of GEM cars. The vehicles hit the roads of Downtown Tampa at 11:30am on August 2, 2017. “With the quick adoption of the app-based service and growing ridership, it was clear to us […]
Tampa Downtown Partnership is pleased to announce the promotion of three employees; Lynda Remund as Chief Operating Officer, Ashly Anderson as Senior Design Manager, and Rachel Radawec as Placemaking and Community Engagement Manager. “Each of these positions play an important role in supporting the four key initiatives the Tampa Downtown Partnership staff, Board and Executive […]
Tampa Bay Times Written by Langston Taylor TAMPA – Whatever the future may hold for a stadium in Tampa, the Tampa Bay Rays are leaving their existing outpost in the city when the team merchandise store downtown closes up shop Friday. Customers received an email from the team saying the owner of the Park Tower […]
Tampa Bay News Wire Tampa (June 29, 2017) – Tampa Downtown Partnership invites local vendors to submit applications for the Winter Village Shops at Curtis Hixon Park for the 2017/2018 season. Vendors can submit their applications now through August 1st 2017. Shops are leased by the season (seven week duration). Vendors accepted to participate will […]
Tampa Bay Business Journal Director of Placemaking at Tampa Downtown Partnership EDUCATION:Â Â Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College (Baton Rouge, LA) Drinkard has been selected as one of the industry’s 28 brightest professionals for the 2017 Emerging Leaders Fellowship Program for the International Downtown Association. Link to full article.
Year in Review: A Look at our Accomplishments To ensure that Downtown continues to grow, Tampa Downtown Partnership’s staff, Board, and Executive Committee have been preparing new strategic initiatives with an eye toward future growth. The next two years will be significant for us in setting the stage for Tampa, but before we look at […]
Tampa Bay Times Written by Susan Taylor Martin TAMPA – Riverwalk Place, a 53-story tower planned for downtown Tampa, will have four restaurants, “many, many” outdoor tables and a rooftop bar atop the garage. And that’s not enough, developer Larry Feldman says. Ideally, the project will spur what he calls the “Beach Drive-ification” of Tampa’s […]
The Politico Written by Richard Danielson Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn likes to say that when he moved here in 1980, only 600 people lived downtown – 300 of them at the old Morgan Street jail. Now wonder. Downtown Tampa in 1980 had been in decline for decades. A century before, early leaders had charted its […]
Tampa Bay Business Journal Written by Janelle Irwin As the Tampa Downtown Partnership makes plans to expand its popular free Downtowner service with Chevrolet Bolts, the group’s sister agency in St. Petersburg is taking a different approach. It’s a prime example of why transportation planners say a one-size-fits-all model of moving people isn’t the best […]
Creative Loafing Tampa Bay Written by Linda Saul-Sena Jane Jacobs kicked ass. As a journalist, activist and urban pioneer she stood up to Robert Moses, the second most powerful man in America, and fought successfully to save her neighborhood. Citizen Jane: Battle for the City, a new documentary about this dynamic woman, screens Wednesday night, […]
Tampa Bay News Wire TAMPA, Fla. (May 22, 2017) – Tampa Downtown Partnership is proud to announce the addition of the TECO Line Streetcar System to the Fourth Friday lineup of promotions. The Streetcar will now be free to all Fourth Friday participants wearing the complimentary wristbands distributed by participating arts and cultural venues. “THS, […]
83 DEGREES By: Jessi Smith The distinct metal clink and pressurized hiss of aerosol paint cans in action filled the air during the most recent Vision Zero Hillsborough workshop this spring, as more than 40 volunteers teamed up to create a bright green bike lane along the Bullard Parkway Bridge in Temple Terrace using temporary, […]
100,000th rider will receive a Tampa Bay Sports Package Sometime this week the Downtown Partnership’s Downtowner free rideshare service will hit its 100,000 rider marking an unprecedented milestone for the Downtowner and this collaborative project. The lucky rider will win a full Tampa Bay Sports package including tickets and gifts from the Rays, Bucs, Lightning […]
TAMPA, Fla. (April 21, 2017) – When the sun goes down, the streets of Tampa and Ybor light up with music, laughter, art, friends and FREE fun the Fourth Friday of every month. Now in its second year, Fourth Friday, presented by TECO Energy, announces its lineup for this month’s event on Friday, April 28: […]
TAMPA (April 20, 2017) – When Tampa Downtown Partnership launched the free ride service Downtowner six months ago, Greg Minder, Chair of the Tampa Downtown Partnership, knew it would provide a valuable service to residents, the downtown workforce, and visitors. “When Downtowner was launched on October 20 we knew it would serve a circulation and […]
Tampa Bay News Wire TAMPA (April 19, 2017) – Tampa Downtown Partnership is proud to announce the appointment of Karen Kress, AICP, Director of Planning and Transportation, to Commissioner for the Hillsborough County City-County Planning Commission. Kress took her oath of office representing the City of Tampa at the Planning Commission’s April 10 meeting. In […]
ABC ACTION NEWS, Tampa Bay’s Morning Blend Tampa Downtown Partnership’s Shaun Drinkard discusses all the happenings at this year’s Mayor’s River O’Green Fest in Downtown Tampa’s Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. View the morning segment. Join Mayor Bob Buckhorn for the 6th Annual Mayor’s River O’ Green Fest, presented by Grow Financial and brought to you […]
Events, new bike hubs, and a #CoastChallenge all happening during the month of March TAMPA (February 28, 2017) – Tampa Downtown Partnership announces the kick-off of Florida Bike Month by promoting local bike events, continuing the success of the Bike Friendly Business program, adding Downtown bike amenities, and supporting bicycle safety education. Director of Transportation […]
THE ORACLE By: Breanne Williams Due to its immense success, the cit is prepared to not only continue Fourth Friday, a monthly event in downtown Tampa celebrating the city’s arts and, but also enhance the festivities as it celebrates its one-year anniversary. Fourth Friday began as a collaboration between multiple cultural venues downtown, like the […]
Social campaign encourages residents, workers and visitors to Explore Downtown, tag #UrbanInsiderTPA TAMPA (February 27, 2017) – Tampa Downtown Partnership wants to see how you Explore Downtown! For the month of March, the organization is launching a blitz social media campaign to encourage residents, workers, and visitors to snap a photo Downtown, tag it with […]
FOX 13 NEWS By: FOX 13 News Staff Sure, downtown Tampa has the Riverwalk, the streetcar, Amalie Arena, and Curtis Hixon Park. But did you know there’s ping pong? Every Thursday is ping pong day at Lykes Gaslight Park. From 12 to 1 p.m., you can stop by for a free game of table tennis […]
THE ORACLE By: Nicole Cate, Lifestyle Editor Don’t touch the pieces. Stand behind the line. No playing. These are the most common guidelines displayed in places that exhibit art, but a Tampa-based design firm founded by USF alumni is throwing the rulebook out the window. The Urban Conga, run by Ryan Swanson, constructs installations in […]
Tampa Bay Business Journal Written by Margie Manning A Florida legislative panel has approved a bill that would eliminate Enterprise Florida and Visit Florida along with several tax incentives for businesses. The Florida House Subcommittee on Careers and Competition  voted for the measure on Wednesday, backed by House Speaker Richard Corcoran (R-Land-O’Lakes) and opposed […]
BEST WORKPLACES FOR COMMUTERS Best Workplaces for CommutersSM named 231 U.S.-based companies to receive 2017 Best Workplaces for Commuters national recognition. This designation recognizes employers that offer exceptional employer-provided commuter benefits that meet National Standard of Excellence criteria. To be designated among the nation’s Best Workplaces for Commuters, employers must provide benefits that result in […]
TAMPA MAGAZINE Written By: McKenna Kelley Jeff Vinik and Mayor Bob Buckhorn Give a Glimpse into Downtown Tampa’s Next Five to 10 Years. A note from the Publisher, Greg Jasso: TAMPA Magazine’s office has been located on Harbour Island – in the shadow of Downtown Tampa – for the past 14 years. During that time […]
New website features bold imagery, easy navigation, and a fresh face for Downtown Tampa Tampa Downtown Partnership is proud to announce the launch of the newly redesigned website, TampasDowntown.com. The new website features a clean design that showcases Tampa’s urban core to residents, workers, business owners, and visitors alike. “Our new design is dynamic and […]
TAMPA BAY TIMES By: Sue Carlton Okay, so it’s not quite the same as being a man without a country. But suddenly I find myself a woman without a parking space. Except in college when I waited tables and we lowly employees were banished to the outermost edges of the mall parking lot, I have […]
CREATIVE LOAFING The Tampa Downtown Partnership honors a decade of urban excellence. By: Linda Saul-Sena Time passes, things change and we rush on. There’s value in freeze-framing a moment in the evolution of our community and reflecting on the accomplishments to date. The Tampa Downtown Partnership (TDP) took a beat Nov. 30 atop the Beck […]
83 DEGREES MEDIA The Tampa Downtown Partnership is soliciting responses for its fifth biennial survey of Downtown Tampa’s student, residents and workers. Since the surveys were firs compiled in 2008, their findings have helped seed initiatives in Downtown Tampa such as enhanced accessibility to the river, fitness events in the parks, new museums and attractions, […]
Holiday Island adds to the many new seasonal installations along Tampa’s Riverwalk TAMPA (December 1, 2016) – Friends of the Riverwalk along with President and CEO of Yacht Starship and Pirate Water Taxi, Troy Manthey, announce the newest installation along Tampa’s Riverwalk, a 30-foot floating LED Christmas Tree. Dubbed Holiday Island, Tampa’s largest floating Christmas […]
Annual award ceremony celebrates initiatives that have made a positive impact on Downtown Tampa Download the full program of award winners. The Tampa Downtown Partnership has announced the winners of its 2016 Urban Excellence Awards program. The membership based not-for-profit organization’s tenth annual Urban Excellence Awards celebration recognizes those businesses, organizations, individuals, events, and projects […]
Ridership of the free ride service continues to grow each week On October 20, the Tampa Downtown Partnership launched Downtowner free ride service and within one minute of going live, the app had the first ride request. In the first month of being launched, Downtowner has served nearly 13,000 riders and its drivers have covered […]
TAMPA BAY TIMES By: Anastasia Dawson Between construction, a Tampa Bay Lightning hockey game and typical rush-hour traffic, it was difficult to get to the Downtowner launch party near Channelside Thursday night. But the heavy traffic created a fitting backdrop for the launch of the new shuttle service, which hopes to encourage downtown residents and […]
Outdoor ice rink, holiday market, and waterfront cafe add holiday cheer to Downtown Tampa TAMPA (October 18, 2016) – Tampa Downtown Partnership announces the transformation of Curtis Hixon Park into a Winter Village this holiday season. Running November 18 through December 25, all are welcome to enjoy Downtown Tampa’s Winter Village complete with an outdoor […]
TAMPA BAY TIMES By: Richard Danielson After a week of asking South Pinellas commuters what they think of the soon-to-begin Cross-Bay Ferry, the Tampa Downtown Partnership said Monday it’s gotten more than 400 online responses and likes what it’s hearing. “We are really encouraged by the interest in the program and believe it is another […]
Highly anticipated complimentary ride service begins October 20 Tampa Downtown Partnership announces the official launch of the app-based, on-demand, complimentary ride service, Downtowner, to begin on Thursday, October 20. Service will be officially announced at a press conference on October 20 at Grand Central at Kennedy. The event will begin at 5pm and will conclude […]
TAMPA BAY BUSINESS JOURNAL By: Ashley Gurbal Kritzer Apartment development in downtown Tampa shows no signs of slowing any time soon. Two major projects took key steps forward this week. The developers of a 22-story tower in the Channel district announced an equity commitment of more than $15 million and closed on a construction loan. […]
View a presentation of a Capital Improvement Program presented February 12, 2016.
Beyond Traffic: The Smart Tampa Vision Tampa and its partners are pleased to respond to the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Smart City Challenge. Our Smart Tampa vision is to spearhead the deployment of bold and innovative concepts involving advanced technologies, data, and applications to help improve safety, increase mobility, enhance security, boost productivity, and […]
Biennial Study Background – Beginning in 2008, the Tampa Downtown Partnership has called upon a third-party research group to conduct biennial studies of Downtown Tampa, and its residents and workers. The study and its survey findings have helped steer such game changing initiatives in downtown as river accessibility, the outdoor market, the Glazer Children’s Museum, […]
Executive Summary: A strong, positive, response was received from both resident and worker Downtown groups with regard to the introduction of a new grocery store to the Downtown area. – Grocery retail was the top-rated category for improvement, as reported by both resident and worker respondents, followed by things to do after work, shopping retail […]
