Gordie’s Midday Gossip - Tampa needs your input

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Hurricane Milton Barrels Into Florida FORT MYERS BEACH, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 09: Surge waters flood the street after Hurricane Milton made landfall in the Sarasota area on October 09, 2024, in Fort Myers, Florida. Milton, coming on the heels of the destructive Helene, hit as a category 3 storm with winds of over 100 mph, though veering south of the projected direct hit on Tampa. Instead, the storm, which earlier had reportedly spawned tornadoes, landed about 70 miles south of Tampa near Siesta Key, a strip of white-sand beaches that's home to 5,500 people, according to published reports.. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images) (Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

By Gordie Daniels

The City of Tampa is addressing flooding concerns through a series of public meetings to gather input from residents. Mayor Jane Castor highlighted the need for community involvement in managing flood risks, emphasizing that stormwater systems have limitations. The city has invested $94 million in flood mitigation projects, including upgrades to pumping stations and increased standby generators. Residents can report stormwater infrastructure issues to the Transportation and Stormwater Services call center for assistance @ 813-274-3101 The city is hosting meetings at the following locations from 6-7:30

Monday, July 14 - Adams K-8 Magnet School, 4210 W. Bay Villa Ave.

Tuesday, July 15 - TPD RICH House, 3305 N. Avon Ave.