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Tag: St. Pete Pier

  • Pier Marketplace Makeover Could Transform a St. Pete Landmark

    St. Petersburg officials are considering a long-term plan to gradually replace many of the St. Pete Pier Marketplace’s temporary vendor tents with permanent kiosks, a proposal intended to improve the experience for both merchants and visitors. The Pier Marketplace currently includes seven permanent kiosks and 21 tent spaces that house nearly 30 local businesses selling…

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  • St. Pete Pier Faces Damage from Three Hurricanes, City Evaluates Repair Costs

    Over a month has passed since Hurricane Milton struck the Tampa Bay area, marking the third significant storm to hit this season. Hurricanes Debby, Helene, and Milton all left their mark on the coastline, leading to substantial damage and cleanup costs for St. Petersburg. The city views the St. Pete Pier as its “front porch,”…

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  • New Report Reveals St. Pete Pier Hurricane Damage

    Members of the St. Petersburg City Council learned Thursday about the damage Hurricane Milton caused to the St. Pete Pier. There was both good news and bad news. Chris Ballestra, the City’s Managing Director of Development, reported that the Glazer Family Playground was completely submerged by Hurricane Milton’s heavy rain, following Hurricane Helene’s storm surge.…

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