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Intellitech relocates to St. Petersburg bringing 15 manufacturing jobs
Intellitech, a manufacturer of liquid filling and closure machinery used in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries, announced the completion of their relocation from Maryland to St. Petersburg. The company anticipates bringing 15 jobs to their new headquarters at 11801 28th Street N.
"We're celebrating our 21st year in business and this relocation will help push Intellitech to our next level of growth," said Barbara Biller, President of Intellitech. "...the City of St. Petersburg [is] the ideal location for Intellitech to connect to both our suppliers and customers." Since their relocation in December 2015, Intellitech has found new suppliers in the local manufacturing community and recently closed a large contract with Pinellas firm VistaPharm.
Intellitech was welcomed by Governor Rick Scott and the community at a celebration in late September. "I welcome Intellitech to the Sunshine City," said Mayor Rick Kriseman. "St. Petersburg has strong specialized manufacturing and life sciences clusters that will provide both a base of workforce talent as well as a great customer base for this growing company."
Photo credit: Pinellas County Economic Development
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Request for Qualifications: Brownfields Consulting Services
The City of St. Petersburg, Florida ("City") is requesting a Statement of Qualifications from qualified firms or individuals interested in performing Brownfield environmental assessments and related services for the management and performance of a Brownfield Assessment Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
A written Statement of Qualifications will be accepted by the City of St. Petersburg at the Planning & Economic Development Department, 8th Floor, Municipal Services Center, One Fourth Street North, St. Petersburg, Florida 33701, until 4:00 PM, October 14, 2016.
Detailed information and data to be submitted with a Statement of Qualifications are available by e-mail from Vicky Davidson Planning and Economic Development Department, at
[email protected]
or by calling 727-893-7871.
The City reserves the right at any time to modify, waive, or otherwise vary the terms and conditions of this Request for Qualifications including, but not limited to, the deadlines for submission, the submission requirements, and a description of the project and services. The City further reserves the right to reject any or all submittals, to cancel or withdraw this Request for Qualifications at any time. Selection is dependent upon the negotiation of a mutually acceptable contract with the successful respondent(s).
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Dick's Sporting Goods, Lucky's Market, and PetSmart coming to Tyrone Square Mall
Seritage Growth Properties, a New York-based real estate developer, has proposed replacing the 188,515 SF Sears store at Tyrone Square Mall with a new
151,952 SF shopping center. Tenants of the new development include Dick's Spoting Goods, Lucky's Market (an organic grocery chain), and PetSmart.
Pending the city's approval, the new shopping center will be on the mall's 22nd Avenue side with store entrances facing Tyrone Blvd. This project follows on recent increased interest and activity in Tyrone, including the opening of Cobb Theaters in April.
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By 2030, 6 million more residents will call Florida home
At their recent Town Hall meeting in Pinellas County, the
Florida Chamber Foundation met with local business and community leaders to discuss the
Florida 2030 project - a two-year research program to further strategic thinking about Florida's future.
By 2030, Florida is expected to receive 6 million new residents and need 2 million new jobs to support the increased population.
Florida 2030 is reaching out to all Floridians and asking what future trends or changes do you think will affect you and the State of Florida over the next 15 years? Identifying these key trends will allow the Florida Chamber to develop a blueprint for Florida's future, ensuring that we keep developing high-wage jobs, diversify the economy, increase global competitiveness, and continue creating vibrant communities. To learn more and share your input, visit www.flchamber.com/florida-2030.
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Downtown St. Pete ranks #3 in Top 10 Most Walkable Neighborhoods in Florida
Redfin ranked Downtown St. Petersburg as the 3rd most walkable neighborhood in Florida, after Flamingo Park in Miami Beach and Downtown/Lake Eola in Orlando. The rankings were based on
Walk Score, a system that measures the proximity and accessibility of amenities given a specific location.
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Tampa Bay ranks #4 in Top 10 Most Affordable Metros for Startups
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Leading journalists, including Dan Rather and Tom Brokaw, coming to Poynter
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Open Streets St. Pete coming October 9th
It's not every day that citizens can experience and explore the streets of St. Petersburg without cars. The event is a celebration of cyclists, pedestrians, runners, skaters, and all forms of people-powered movement. Family-friendly activities will be programmed throughout the day, including fitness classes, bike safety obstacles, music, food, games, and giveaways.
Open Streets St. Pete celebrates Cyclovia (also known as ciclovía or "open streets"), a popular tradition that began in Bogota, Colombia, where major city streets are temporarily closed and re-purposed into safe and open, car-free environments every Sunday.
Connect with Open Streets St. Pete on
Facebook
and
Twitter.
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Upcoming Events & Opportunities
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October 9, 1:00-5:00 pm
Streets around Mirror Lake Park & Williams Park
October 13, 5:30-9:00 pm
Poynter Institute, 801 3rd Street S
Homecoming Celebration of the Chihuly Collection to Central Ave
October 14-15
Morean Arts Center, 720 Central Ave
October 21-22
USF St. Petersburg campus
November 2-6
North Straub Park, 350 Bay Shore Drive NE
November 10-13
Various locations throughout St. Petersburg
Special note:
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Have a development update, project announcement, or success
story to share?
Contact Briana Ozor, 727.893.7784.
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City of St. Petersburg
Economic Development Division
P.O. Box 2842
St. Petersburg, FL 33731
800.874.9026 (toll free)
727.893.7100 (phone)
727.892.5465 (fax)
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