June 3, 2016 
Historical Designation of the 400 Block 
Advocacy
 
The Chamber needs your input. On June 16th, City Council will vote to determine if the buildings on the 400 Block should be designated as historical. This decision will have an impact on economic development in Downtown St. Petersburg. Please tell us if you believe the buildings should or shouldn't be designated historical. As the voice of business, the Chamber will continue to seek your input on key policy issues. 
 
 
June Featured Speaker - Rick Homans
June 7th at 7:30AM 
 
The Tampa Bay Partnership's President/CEO Rick Homans will speak about the Partnership's regional advocacy efforts at the upcoming Public Policy Council meeting. Members will also receive an update on the changes to the federal overtime regulation.


Join the St. Pete Chamber PAC
June 9th at 8:30AM 
 
Do you want to get more involved in local politics and advocate for a strong and vibrant St. Petersburg? In order to foster a pro-business environment, the St. Pete Chamber PAC provides opportunities for members to meet one-on-one with elected officials and candidates.

In the News 
  EMP Industries, Inc.
New beginning, high hopes for long-vacant Midtown land
Tampa Bay Times
 
The promise of 65 jobs, 17 of which would be reserved for residents of the South St. Petersburg Community Renewal Area, which encompasses the property, was important for the city, said City Development Administrator Alan DeLisle.

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Is St. Petersburg's downtown boom rigged at the expense of other areas of the city?
Tampa Bay Times
 
Dave Goodwin, the city's planning and economic development director, said the lower fees are designed to contain sprawl, which costs more to support with services than denser development. He also said that new data might show that even more recent development produces fewer car trips and road costs for downtown, which could lower the fees further. 

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Regionalism is bar to transportation accessibility, Forward Pinellas director says
SaintPetersBlog
 
One barrier to an improved transportation system is regionalism, including a lack of clarity in agency roles, missions and responsibilities. There is one region, he said, but many provider organizations.
"Everyone is at the table, but there are many tables," (Whit) Blanton said.

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Upcoming Meetings
Public Policy Council

Tuesday, June 7th  
7:30AM - 9:00AM
Chamber Boardroom

Featured Speaker: Rick Homans
Chair: Ryan Griffin, Johnson Pope

St. Pete Chamber PAC

Thursday, June 9th 
8:30AM - 9:30AM
Chamber Conference Room

Chair: Bob Warchola, Shumaker Loop & Kendrick
Co-Chair: Anne McMullen, Doyle Wealth Management

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