St. Pete Extra! September 2026 Edition

St. Pete Extra! September 2026 Edition

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HURRICANE SEASON IS HERE - PREPARE, ST. PETE!

Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30, and now's a great time to make sure you're prepared. Whether it's putting together an emergency kit, checking your flood zone, or planning where you'd go if you need to evacuate, a little prep goes a long way.

Check out the Prepare, St. Pete interactive map to view flood risk, evacuation planning, and other hazards for your home.

Find tips, checklists, and more at stpete.org/Hurricane

UTILITY RATE CHANGES COMING DOWN THE PIPE

Utility billing rates and charges for water, wastewater, reclaimed water, stormwater, and sanitation will change on Oct. 1, 2026, upon City Council approval.

Stay updated at stpete.org/Rates

BATTERY SAFETY AT A GLANCE

St. Petersburg Fire Rescue reminds residents that lithium-ion batteries can overheat or catch fire if damaged or improperly used.

Stay Safe:

Proper Disposal:

More info at stpete.org/Batteries

SKIP THE FERTILIZER THIS SUMMER

Summer showers can wash fertilizer into our beautiful waterways, harming fish and water quality. That's why there's a fertilizer ban in effect from June 1 through September 30. By following the ban and choosing not to use fertilizer during these months, you can make a big impact. Together, we can protect our environment and keep our city shining bright all season long!

Learn more at stpete.org/Fertilizer

EVERY DROP COUNTS

Make a splash with St. Pete's free water conservation webinars, happening now through December 2026. Learn smart, simple ways to create a water-wise landscape while helping our community during ongoing drought conditions. All experience levels welcome. Registration required.

To learn more, view the workshop schedule and register, visit stpete.org/WaterConservation

ST. PETE VOTES!

As we celebrate 250 years of American democracy, Mayor Kenneth T. Welch is encouraging residents to honor those who came before us by continuing their work and making our voices heard.

General Election:

Register by Oct 5
Early voting: Oct 19-Nov 1
Election Day: Nov 3

To register to vote and follow updates, visit VotePinellas.gov

BECOME A WASTE WIZARD

Everything you need to know and more about trash collection is available at your fingertips! Have questions about recycling, scheduling, and special pickups? Look no further than the Waste Wizard. This magic tool from the City's Sanitation Department holds all of the answers for you.

Become a Waste Wizard at stpete.org/Collect

LETTUCE KNOW!

The Fresh Start Mobile Market is bringing affordable, fresh fruits and veggies to your neighborhood, but first, we need to hear from you! Share where you'd like the market to stop and help bring healthy food to you.

Complete the survey at stpete.org/FreshStart